Education & Reference - 19 July 2007

I am a retired teacher and I am convinced that children can get a quality education in the public schools by following the suggestions I am going to make. (1) eat a sensible diet and get enough rest; (2) come to school prepared with their homework assignments done to the best of their ability: (3) pay attention when instruction is being given, ask questions when they need clarification; (4) put their cell phones, palm pilots, games, etc. away and give the same attention to their school work as they do to them. At least equal time. (5) Get involved in school activities - sports, drama, music. (6) stay away from alcohol and other drugs. There is plenty in life to get high on without the use of drugs; (7) respect their teachers even if they don't happen to like them. These men and women have given a significant portion of their lives to be prepared to teach. Give them the respect they deserve.

2007-07-19 10:03:48 · 8 answers · asked by Tom W 1 in Primary & Secondary Education

I would like to have a good description on what is toll manufacturing

Thanks,
Commercial B

2007-07-19 09:56:22 · 0 answers · asked by Commercial B 1 in Other - Education

my sisters stepson is 5 and will start kindergarten this fall, he is already doing second grade math problems with out effort. I keep telling her she needs to have him placed in advance classes, but she thinks that it is normal...what do you think?

2007-07-19 09:55:02 · 14 answers · asked by aslania 2 in Preschool

2007-07-19 09:54:41 · 9 answers · asked by Fatty Mcfatfat 1 in Primary & Secondary Education

someone told me that their sister got a place for med with a CCD which uni did she go to? Feel free to send an email for privacy sake.

2007-07-19 09:54:35 · 1 answers · asked by can get no better 1 in Higher Education (University +)

Like "btoa" being "boat"

2007-07-19 09:51:44 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Words & Wordplay

...I'm 19 years old. I attended community college for a half of a semester and I didn't do so well. Now because of financial issues, I haven't been able to go back.

Does this consider me a failure? I've been called that recently...this is really a hard thing for me. I've applied for scholarships...and student loans, but nothing comes through.

I don't have that kind of money to go back right now. So my question is...am I a loser if I don't go back right away?

2007-07-19 09:50:50 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Financial Aid

What does it mean when there is a highway patrol car unit with lights on swerving into all lanes of traffic,both left and right ? All traffic seems to stay behind it, but what is the purpose behind this manuever ?

2007-07-19 09:45:19 · 4 answers · asked by liquid 3 in Words & Wordplay

Where did the term Bye bye come from. Why and who originally said bye twice ?? Not once but twice. why ?

2007-07-19 09:39:43 · 4 answers · asked by liquid 3 in Words & Wordplay

and i am also a business administration major.

2007-07-19 09:36:39 · 3 answers · asked by kerrine s 1 in Higher Education (University +)

If you earn an associates degree for one major and decide to take up another major right after earning the degree, do you have to retake the same courses again? I took English comp I and II for my Automotive major, which i had just completed and earned an Associates degree for. However, i would like to go back to school to get a degree in Accounting. Would i have to take English Comp I and II again?

Thank you in advance for taking the time to answer this question.

2007-07-19 09:28:40 · 2 answers · asked by Dan L 1 in Primary & Secondary Education

i have a 118 is that good

2007-07-19 09:26:27 · 9 answers · asked by april a 1 in Standards & Testing

I work at Hooters right now because there is not much where i live and that is the first place i got a job, because i need money for figure skating, my mom doesn't care, but i am worried about college. I am 18 and I will be graduating soon. I am a valedictorian and have many scholarships. I have never been in trouble with the law or school. I am just worried what they will think. i have teacher comments and everything, but is that enough. Even if they do accept me, will they look at me funny or judge?? your opinon. I want to major in law and minor in interior design and fashion design. What do you think???

2007-07-19 09:25:17 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Higher Education (University +)

How much sleep? what about some caffeine like a Full Throttle or will I burn out? Breakfast? Test starts at 07:30 A.M.

2007-07-19 09:22:05 · 7 answers · asked by DFW 1 in Higher Education (University +)

I've been wondering how to spell the last name Farkas, if I was was trying to describe the family as a group. Or showing ownership. I know you're supposed to spell any name ending in "s" with an apostrophe after it, like in Bibcal names like Jesus' or Moses' but would you do the same to the last name of Farkas?
Like in this sentence. "Did you meet the Farkas's?" Or should it be , "Did you meet the Farkas'?" Can anyone tell be the correct way of doing this. I'm confused. Thanks.

2007-07-19 09:21:38 · 7 answers · asked by Hollywood 2 in Words & Wordplay

I need help with Tuition Payoff so i can get my transcripts and be able to take Medical License Exams. my bill is too high.
my Scholarship sponsor abandoned me and their promises.
Anyone who can help in anyway please.
I have tried too long to do on my own, just can't
Thanx

2007-07-19 09:20:15 · 1 answers · asked by fine 1 in Financial Aid

I want to be an exchange student my senior year, but I didn't know if there is a better time to study abroad.

2007-07-19 09:16:13 · 7 answers · asked by Sunshine 3 in Studying Abroad

i want to be a doctor in sports medicine and i thought it would be cool to work at a university...

do they just hire athletic trainers, or do they also have doctors??

2007-07-19 09:12:42 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Higher Education (University +)

Hi,

My son is putting on a power point, but he doesn't know what to do. He wants to have it do with chemistry, but he doesn't know what to put in it. He is a 4th grader going on 5th grade.

Please help. Answers are helpful.

2007-07-19 09:10:20 · 9 answers · asked by Jack 2 in Homework Help

but in a joking way...

2007-07-19 09:07:42 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Words & Wordplay

stifle their emotions, but this is class and the 1st grade kids are there to learn.
The 1st grade teacher I'm observing just looked at the girl and said nothing.
She is an excellent teacher, very disciplined and structured, and she provides a great learning environment.
Is this the best way to handle it?
I would have liked her to have said something positive but deflecting, rather than pointedly be silent, but what would that be?
I want to be a pre-K teacher, is there something that would be appropriate for a pre-K teacher to say that might not work by first grade?
Is there a listing somewhere of appropriate punishments and rewards for a pre-K class? Losing recess time and sitting alone during lunchtime, as well as sitting in a chair in time-out for 5 minutes are about the only ones I know, besides calling out a student's name and shaking my head or putting my finger to my lips for quiet.

Much appreciated!

2007-07-19 09:06:23 · 8 answers · asked by helpfulhannah 4 in Teaching

First of, how does a doctorate student prepare for the oral defense. Is there anything a student needs to keep in mind when going into the defense room? Is the Ph.D. thesis like a trial, where it is you versus them? This quesstion is for students that have gone through the defense: were you nervous and did you studdor or mumble during the defense? Did you pass anyway?

2007-07-19 09:05:17 · 2 answers · asked by the_post2001 5 in Higher Education (University +)

2007-07-19 09:03:18 · 9 answers · asked by eugeneevilsizor 1 in Words & Wordplay

2007-07-19 08:58:16 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Higher Education (University +)

Particularly in New England (places like New York/Boston)

2007-07-19 08:55:38 · 2 answers · asked by JustMe 2 in Higher Education (University +)

Im seeking new and fresh friend that will help me along my christian walk

2007-07-19 08:54:09 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Homework Help

The Tequesta Indians were a tribe of Indians who made Miami their homethousands of years ago, long before Europeans ever arrived. Where did they come from?

a. They sailed from Greenland
b. They walked across the Bering Sea, a giant land mass thousands of
years ago, but now under water
c. They didn’t come from anywhere, life evolved in North America just
like it evolved everywhere else
d. The migrated from South America by ocean and land

2007-07-19 08:50:52 · 5 answers · asked by Kat Von D 2 in Trivia

is it just about having a knack for teaching special children?

2007-07-19 08:50:03 · 5 answers · asked by sweetestnectar25 3 in Teaching

although i know it is a decision i am going to have to make for myself, i wanted some advice on what i should major in. my whole life i've always been a writer and its been a passion of mine. there are great schools to go to (i live in southern california) that have creative writing majors but i feel like there is nothing i can really do with a degree in writing; everyone can write.

at my community college, i registered with my major as being "communications: writing for film, tv, and radio" but there are not that many schools with screenwriting majors, plus it would be so hard to break into "the biz"

recently i've become obsessed with interior design and was thinking of persuing that instead, but there are only really art schools to go to.

my parents never went to college so i feel like i deserve a real education. what should i do?

my parents never went to college so i feel

2007-07-19 08:33:34 · 8 answers · asked by prettyenoughforyou 3 in Higher Education (University +)

when do you go back to school?

i dont care where you are from just tell me...

when do you go back to school?

2007-07-19 08:14:14 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Education