The Origins Of Latin

The Origins Of Latin What is The History Of The Latin Language ChaptersAt The Beginning Was Archaic LatinThe Periods of  Classical LatinFrom Medieval Latin to the Renaissance LatinFrom Neo-Latin to Contemporary LatinThe old city of Rome, the former capital of the Roman Empire and birthplace of the Latin language is covered with inscriptions written in Latin and dating from 2000 years ago (by jillmackie)The Latin language was the first language to be born in Europe and to have been used commonly throughout the continent.Despite Latin being a dead language today, it makes no doubts for historians than the Latin language, during the hegemony of the Roman Empire, was comparable to English today, as an international language.The Roman Empire that extended from the Portuguese  shores of the Atlantic Ocean all the way to the banks of the Euphrates in what is today Iran, had made Latin the official language of any newly conquered land, or province.Most people know that Latin was the idioms spoken by the Roman and it is common knowledge that France, Spai n, Portugal and Italy have all inherited from the Latin culture.But what are the true story of Latin and its origins?Officially, a language is declared extinct  when the last native speakers of the said language die. For Latin, it was many centuries ago.But even though Latin is a dead language, what is essentially the same alphabet as the one the Romans used, is the same one we write in English today.Some people consider that, because of the Latin alphabet and languages directly descendant of Latin like Spanish, French, Portuguese  and Italian, are so widely used across the world, Latin is alive and well.Even Southeast Asian countries such as Indonesia or Malaysia, use the Latin alphabet to write their  language even though this one has no Latin roots whatsoever.What is the history of Latin?It is what Superprof is going to answer in this article.After Dante popularised the Italian language over Latin in Latin, Chaucer did the same with Middle English in England. Until then only Lati n was used to write books. But Chaucer was instrumental in popularising English as a medium of the literary composition.As Latin is replaced by Middle English, it is still the scientific idiom used by scholars and academics all across Europe.From then Latin started to gradually decline in literature but it remained the language of scientists.Many of the philosophers and scientists of the time kept using Latin to write their books. Francis Bacon (1596-1650) and Isaac Newton (1643-1727) are probably the most famous English examples.Latin remains the common language to transmit scientific, philosophic or religious knowledge and it was understood by all the lettered people of Europe.Isaac Newton, the famous English scientist of the 18th century, wrote most of his work in Latin.From Neo-Latin to Contemporary LatinStill today, Latin remains as one of the official languages of the Vatican city and The Catholic Church.Linguists use the term of neo-Latin to refer to the Latin idiom in use si nce the Italian Renaissance.Around the times when the Eastern Roman Empire (Byzantine Empire) fell, Gutenberg was inventing its printing press in Germany and helped to spread Latin texts more easily thanks to the mass printing of those.However, from the 18th century, Latin was only used for scientific texts and some Latin poetry.This explains why at least 90% of scientific words in English come from Latin.Nowadays, debate still happens on whether Latin should keep being taught in schools or not. But if you are interested why not teach yourself?Find out all of the benefits you could derive from learning Latin!

Film Musicals

Film Musicals Film Musicals Permit a Wider Audience ChaptersMusical Theatre’s Golden AgeAndrew Lloyd WebberDisney MusicalsFilm Musicals TodayNot everybody has the opportunity to catch a musical whenever the mood strikes them.If you live in London, Glasgow, Cardiff or any other major city, you certainly could attend a Broadway production, a revival of a formerly popular show or revue but if you live in the Scottish Highlands or deep in the Pennines, catching a show is a treat that demands careful planning.That being the case, isn’t it great that technology has advanced?Today, with Blu-Ray discs and high definition televisions, and especially if your home theatre system is equipped with surround sound, nothing says you can’t enjoy your favourite Broadway productions in the comfort of your own home as though you were in the plushest of theatre seats.Even before such technological marvels turned your home into a theatre, musicals have been made into films shown in cinemas, at least until laser discs and video cassettes came along.Re member Singin’ In The Rain? Fiddler on the Roof? Both were Broadway musicals before they became cinematic smash hits. If I were a rich man…Yes, riches played a part on Broadway and in London’s West End theatres.It was long held for true that only the well-to-do could pay for such entertainment; indeed, musicals of the 40s and 50s were carefully planned to appeal to society’s middle and upper classes. The same holds true today.A 2013 study revealed that wealthier and more educated people prefer jazz music and musical theatre to country music, heavy metal and rap. Could access to such ‘rich’ music have been the barrier to mainstream society enjoying such treasures all along?Filming the greatest musicals was the perfect way to level the playing field.Now, rather than Tony Award-winning shows running only in major cities’ culture centres, stories set to music can reach every part of the country, first in cinemas and, with the advent of home entertainment systems, in privat e homes.Your Superprof now takes a look at some of the greatest titles ever featured on stage that found their way into cinema… and/or your television. 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Image by ?? ? from PixabayBefore we explore the glorious period of musicals staged from the 1940s to the 60s â€" what is known as the Golden Age (of Broadway, typically), we present a few facts.Music has been a part of theatre for as long as societies have had theatres.Operas and operetta are musical shows but differ from musicals in several waysMusical theater as we know it has been around since the mid-1800sCertain elements were born of Gilbert and Sullivan’s genius in Britain and by Harrigan and Hart in the USIn the UK, Edwardian musical comedies picked up where Gilbert and Sullivan left offDuring the First World War, New York’s Broadway theater took the lead in musical productionAround that time, New York City became the cultural centre of the western hemisphere and has remained so ever since.That is why the Golden Age of Musicals typically refers to shows that ran on that illustrious stage as well as off-Broadway, the Lincoln Center and other houses in the New York’s theatre district.That era happened to coincide with new technologies in the film industry.After several stops and starts, ‘the talkies’ as sound film was called replaced silent film, opening up the medium to more expressive presentations that included singing. In cinematic terms, by the 1940s, the stage was set for lavish musicals.One musical film you may be familiar with is The Wizard of Oz. It was filmed in 1939 but it wasn’t until it was re-released 10 years later that it became a hit. It took that long for the American musical to catch on with cinema-going audiences.Another film of that era that was wildly popular with American audiences is Oklahoma! - which firmly placed the writing team of Rodgers and Hammerstein at the forefront of the musical film wave.Their next two big titles, State Fair and Meet Me in Saint Louis could be described as cut from the same cloth but their later contributio ns â€" Cinderella and The Sound of Music firmly established their legacy as one of musical theatre’s greatest writing teams.So accomplished are they that their work has garnered no fewer than 34 Tony Awards and 15 Academy Awards!Footnote: naturally, there were many shows prior to this era of Broadway musicals â€" Show Boat and No, No Nanette among them. Both of those were made into films, as were many others that ran before movie studios’ emergence as the prime entertainment factory.Now, for a theatre quiz question: what are book musicals? Exquisitely choreographed, The Phantom remains a perennial favourite on stage and in film Image by Ahmad Ardity from PixabayAndrew Lloyd WebberWhile the likes of Irving Berlin, Lerner and Loewe and the above-mentioned songwriting duo of Rodgers and Hammerstein were revolutionising musical theatre in the US, our Andrew Lloyd Webber’s work was setting fire to stages all over West London (not literally, of course).He was still a teenager when he was introduced to his longtime collaborator, Tim Rice. Their first effort was The Likes of Us, a musical about a philanthropist who opened homes for poor children.Although the show is well-received today, in 1965 they couldn’t find any backers - sponsors who would help them stage it. Undaunted, they moved on to other projects.They enjoyed a measure of commercial success with other collaborations but it wasn’t until Jesus Christ Superstar that the duo became a household name.The 1973 film of the same name was more of a film in the true sens e â€" shot on location in Israel but the updated 2000 video release was more like the stage show. Of course, both versions incorporated the fantastic music.And the hits continue…Cats was nothing if not a phenomenon on stage, breaking box offices worldwide and smashing records for the longest run of any stage show.The film version was released direct-to-video in 1998, nearly 20 years after its debut at the New London Theatre.The string of hits caused some theatre aficionados to aver that Baron Lloyd Webber is the master of the concept musical but it was Cats that ushered in the era of the mega-musical.Of all the music and shows that Lloyd Webber contributed to, perhaps none is more renown than The Phantom of the Opera. Like so many of his other shows, this story has its roots in literature; a French novel written by Gaston Leroux.Again, there were nearly 20 years between The Phantom’s stage debut at Her Majesty’s Theatre in West End and the film’s release.Some tend to think o f Broadway shows as the alpha and omega of music theatre. Clearly, those who think so overlook the theatrical genius of Great Britain’s Andrew Lloyd Webber!Join the discussion: are jukebox musicals theatre gold or a lazy shortcut?Disney MusicalsWhen one mentions they are going to buy tickets to see the latest musical comedy, a Disney film is not exactly what springs to mind.In fact, Disney has been on the film musical bandwagon pretty much since the genre’s inception; their very first animated feature film was Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.Surely you remember tunes such as Whistle While You Work and Hi-Ho, Hi-Ho, right?Because they are animated works, people tend to categorise them as children’s entertainment, which they are designed to be but, if you think about it, many Disney films are musicals.Take The Lion King, for example. It is Disney’s 32nd full-length animated film. Memorable and evocative, it capably carries on that studio’s tradition of weaving music into an engaging storyline.Not all of Disney Studios output of that time was animated. Think Mary Poppins and Beauty and the Beast â€" a story they apparently liked so much that they made both an animated and live-action version of.Because so many Disney songs become mainstream pop hits (Let it Go, anyone?), you might be tempted to think that many of their musical films should be categorised as pop/rock musicals… that would not be correct! Some of Disney's film musicals have become stage musicals Image by David Mark from PixabayFilm Musicals TodayIf, as mentioned at the start of this article, the goal of film musicals was to bring the genre to the wider public, the experiment has met with astounding success.Anyone who belts out ‘Go The Distance’ (Hercules, 1997) when they need inspiration or Hakuna Matata when they are happy is unwittingly giving testimony to how pervasive the Broadway musical has become.Speaking of Broadway theatres…Recently, we’ve seen a reversal in the order which shows are put on and produced. Rather than a new musical finding success on stage and then being made into a film, cinema audiences are the first to see new musicals. Fans of radio are simultaneously treated to hit songs from the film.And then, the music and lyrics play out on stage, generally to a more limited audience than the film. We’re not talking only Disney films, here; it’s many different types of musicals.Think of the 2016 Hollywood film La La Land, for instance… but clearly, Disney fare takes the lead. The Lion King stage show was a sensation and Frozen drew rave reviews.The irony is that, while some would not be caught dead attending a Disney film premiere, catching the Broadway debut of Frozen would be a feather in one’s social cap.But then, all of those statistics could give no reflection on anyone who gets tickets. Statistics show that close to half of all West End theatre tickets are sold to tourists…Perhaps only film musicals will survive, and maybe that’s a good thing. No need to wait for a Fair Lady revival to tour the country; just pop down to your nearest video rental outlet â€" or, better yet, stream it from your preferred digital service.Now, your musical theatre questions answered: what is a revue musical?

The Wonderful History of the Spanish Language

The Wonderful History of the Spanish Language What are the Origins of the Spanish Language? ChaptersThe Roots of the Spanish LanguageThe Golden Age of the Spanish LanguageWhere Does Spanish Come From?: The Contemporary and Modern History of the Castilian LanguageThe Spanish Language as We Know it TodayIf you have read an introduction to the Spanish language, you will know that Spanish is spoken well beyond the borders of Spain. It is a language that is spoken by 440 million native speakers, and it is used as an official language by 20 different countries across 3 continents.In fact, it is spoken to widely that there are a number of different Spanish accents across the world.When you think of Spanish, you probably think of grammar, vocabulary, and linguistics, not to mention the difficulties you had in learning the language at school.But did you know that this foreign language  has a rich and passionate history? Its roots can be traced back all the way to the 8th century, but since then it has gone through many changes, notably as the number of Spanish speaking countries has grown.If you are interested in the Spanish language and culture, then you have come to the right place. In this article, we will chart the history of the Spanish language from its earliest conception, all the way to the present day. 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Let’s begin our history lesson on the Spanish language by going back more than 2,000 years to the age of the Romans.It's the 3rd century BC, and the Spanish language has still not come to be.Between the 3rd century BC and the 1st century BC, the Romans set out to conquer the entire Iberian Peninsula. In doing so, they managed to make several languages that had been spoken on the peninsula up until their arrival, extinct in their original forms. In fact, of those languages, only Basque still remains today.Indeed, history tells us that numerous groups of people were living in the region at the time, such as the Celts, the Iberians, and the Basques. This is not to mention the people who arrived to trade with these groups, such as the Greeks, the Phoenicians, and the Carthaginians.After the conquest of the region, the Romans began to impose Latin on the existing populations. There were two Latin languages in that t ime: written Latin and vernacular Latin (or spoken Latin).Due to the considerable distance of modern day Spain and Portugal from the centre of the Roman empire in present day Italy, linguistic innovations were slow in arriving. Due to the large territorial area of the empire, the Latin developed differently in different areas.It is also for this reason that Portuguese and Spanish share similarities and differences, as the relative geographical isolation allowed them to develop in tandem, but equally to diverge in their own ways, and thus making them distinct languages.But going back to the times of the Romans, and it was the soldiers, settlers, and traders who brought linguistic changes from Rome to the Iberian peninsula, but these mixed with the local languages to form Vulgar Latin. Over time, the original languages had mixed so much with Latin that they had all, apart from Basque, been rendered unrecognisable. Although some still exist today in very different forms to their origin als, they all had a hand in shaping the language that we recognise today as Spanish.Fast forward to the 5th century AD, and the power of Roman Empire was fading. Germanic tribes who were living at the borders of the empire saw their chance and settled on the Iberian peninsula.The Swabians moved in to establish their own kingdom, but they were eventually conquered by the Visigoths, who went on to rule most of the peninsula.In the 8th century, it was the Moors (Arabs from North Africa) who invaded the region.  Coming from Mauritius and Morocco, these Arab-Muslim populations ruled over Spain until the 15th century.Different cultures and languages have impacted on modern day Spain over the yearsThe story of all of this invasions and changes my seem far removed from our aim of establishing the history of the Spanish language, but it is essential to understanding the linguistic changes that occurred in each point in history.Each invading force brought with it its own language. When the Ar abs arrived in Spain,  the lexicon of the time witnessed numerous evolutions drawn from the Arabic language.And it was at the time of the Arab's arrival from North Africa that Castilian, from which Spanish is derived, started to take shape.Castilian was the language of the Asturians, a group of people who were occupied by Muslim invaders before fighting back to from the first Christian political entity in the 8th century. Around two hundred years later, the Kingdom of the Asturias transitioned into the Kingdom of León.The kingdom became one of the most important on the Iberian peninsula, and it expanded south and east during the 10th century under the watchful eye of Alfonso IV.When King Ferdinand I of Castile inherited the Kingdom of León in 1037,  he was able to unite this kingdom with that of Castile, forming the first Spanish monarchy.In the centuries that followed, the Castilian language expanded more and more.Although in the 10th century Castilian still wasn't very widesprea d (it was only spoken in the north of the peninsula and in the center), it increased in importance thanks to the Basques, who integrated the Kingdom of Castile between 1200 and 1370.Thus, the north of Spain began to unify in anticipation of an attempt to reconquer the large swathes of land taken previous by the North African Arabs. The Christian reconquest (Reconquista) began in 1212, under the reign of Alphonso VIII of Castile. All of the cities that the Muslims had occupied  fell one after another. Only Grenada resisted until 1492.The Iberian peninsula has changed over the centuriesAfter the reconquest, Spain was split into several kingdoms: the Kingdom of Castile (with the Castilian language), the Kingdom of Aragon (with the Catalan language), the Kingdom of Navarre (with the Basque language), the principality of Andorra (with the Catalan language) and the Kingdom of Portugal (with the Portuguese language).In 1469, the kingdoms of Castile and Aragon were unified. This allowed the Castilian language to spreadâ€"to the detriment of Catalan. It wasn’t until 1512, with the incorporation of Navarre, that Spain as we know it today was completely unified.Although these languages all developed at the same time, Spanish and Catalan are markedly different. The dominance of the Spanish language at this time is the reason that it is spoken so widely today.Thanks to the economic and political power of Castile, the Castilian language naturally spread throughout the territory. This was, once again, to the detriment of Catalan and Basque.During this period, the Spanish language witnessed numerous changes thanks to the different populations that lived there, including the Basque people and the Arab-Muslims. Arabic enriched the Castilian language with thousands of words, further differentiating it from Basque, whose contributions were reduced.The Golden Age of the Spanish LanguageWhen we talk about the golden age of Spain, we talk about the apogee the country experienced d uring the 16th and 17th centuries.Under the guidance of Charles I of Spain who ruled the Spanish empire from 1516, a lot of expeditions to the Americas were launched in order to further expand the territory. The Aztec Empire was conquered in 1521 and the Inca Empire in 1533.In 1550, Spain was in control of the South-American continent, the Philippines, Cuba, Florida, and Central America. Subsequently, the Spanish language which had been shaped from Castilian over many years was suddenly taken to far away lands with the conquistadors.Charles I of Spain oversaw large scale expansion of the Spanish empireIn 1700, there were 6 million Spanish-speakers in the world. This was thanks to the Bourbon dynasty (in the 18th century) and the great politics of centralisation put in place in order to force populations to speak Spanish.Although numerous languages (including Basque, Asturian, Andalusian, Aragonese, and Catalan) were still spoken in their respective regions, Castilian became the offi cial language throughout the Spanish kingdom.Where Does Spanish Come From?: The Contemporary and Modern History of the Castilian LanguageThe Collapse of the Spanish EmpireBy the early 1800s, Castilian Spanish already resembled what we can recognise as Spanish today.However, this was a time of great upheaval for Spain. Napoleon invaded Spain in 1808 and put his brother, Joseph Bonaparte, on the throne.Napoleon's invasion led to the abdication of Ferdinand VII, and a political crisis in Spain. In the face of this, Spanish Americans rejected absolutism, and Juntas were formed to provide an alternative to European rule. This was the beginning of the end for Spanish rule in the Americas, and Spain lost control over all mainland colonies by 1825 (retaining only Cuba and Puerto Rico).Between 1833 and 1839, the different Spanish governments imposed the utilisation  of only the Castilian language in all the regions of Spain. The administrations also become monolingual. This brought about a r enaissance of the Catalan language, nourished by the resentments of the Catalan people towards the government’s decision.In 1898, the war between Spain and America obliged the Spanish to offer to the Americans the islands of Cuba, Guam, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico. After this defeat, Spain was only left with Spanish Guinea (today known as Equatorial Guinea), a set of colonies controlled by Spanish from 1778.In that time, Spain began to weaken politically as well as economically.This culminated in the end of the monarchy and a military dictatorship that ended in 1930. In 1931, the Spanish Constitution was changed in order to allow the various regions of Spain to utilise  their regional language as well as Castilian.The Spanish Language During the Franco DictatorshipIn 1936, a civil war broke out. The army that had remained faithful to the monarchy and that was beginning to weaken now wanted to overthrow the Republican government which had replaced it. In 1939, General Franco's nationalist forces won the civil war and overthrew the democratic Second Spanish Republic which had existed since 1931.A powerful linguistic repression followed.Republican fugitives under the control of Francoist troops.Franco wanted to return Spain to the great power that it had been during the Golden Age.For him, that meant Castilian (a symbol of Spain’s great power) had to be the only language.Because of this, all regional languages (and especially Basque and Catalan) were forbidden, and books in those languages were burned.In the same vein, he got rid of all Basque names.The Spanish Language as We Know it TodayIn 1975, following the death of Franco, Juan Carlos I became king of Spain. Much more democratic than his predecessor, he radically changed the country and the way of speaking the Spanish language.Today, Spain is divided into 17 autonomous communities, led by their local governments. All are autonomous and speak Castilian.  People in Catalonia, parts of the Valencian Co mmunity , and the Balearic islands speak Catalan, the people of Val d’Aran speak Aranese, those in the Communidad de Foral in Navarre and Basque Country speak Basque, and those in Galicia speak Galician.There is also Aragonese in Aragon, Andalusian in Adalusia, Leonais in Castille-et-León, the Cantabrian dialect in Cantabria, the Canarian dialect in the Canary Islands, the Extramaduran dialect in Extramadura, Asturian in the Asturias, and Murcian Spanish in Murcia.That being said, although Spain allows these regions to speak their desired language, only Castilian Spanish remains an official language. The other regional languages are still not fully recognised.Now you have an in-depth knowledge of the Spanish language. Castilian Spanish is the language spoken throughout Spain, and large parts of Central and South America. Thus, if you learn Castilian, people will be able to understand you in many countries throughout the world.If you are preparing to learn Spanish from square one, why not take a lesson with a Spanish professor? The Spanish language and culture are connected in many ways, so choose someone passionate about both, they will be able to teach you about the links between the two, as well as about the history of Spain.Today, the language of Cervantes compromises dozens of different Spanish dialects, each with their own unique accent. So what are you waiting for? You'll find something that is perfect what you are looking for, and you'll be able to learn Spanish before travelling to a Spanish speaking country in no time!

Tips to Find the Best Online Tutoring Provider for Your Child

Tips to Find the Best Online Tutoring Provider for Your Child 0SHARESShare If one considers the present situation of the educational system, the soaring level of competition becomes evident. This ever increasing rush makes free online tutoring the need of the hour. Majority of parents today are unable to endow time in their childs educational endeavor and thus seek help of free online tutoring service providers. Since the future of the student is in question, it is mandatory that parents be careful while selecting an online tutoring provider. Here are a few specks that can accompany parents in finding the best online tutoring provider: Research Earnestly. Exploring as many tutoring websites as possible can help you in knowing which websites offer the best facilities and educational software to support your childs studies. Carefully Exercise the Pricing. Many online tutoring websites claim to offer free services. This is, however, subject to some terms and conditions. Be circumspect and go through the pricing section to get hold of all the hidden prices and conditions. There are numerous online tutoring service providers. It is the allegiance of the parents to locate the one that is second to none to certify a guarded future for their child. To avail best online tutoring services and explore new educational dimensions visit Tutorpace. [starbox id=admin]

Private Tuition Not Right For Everyone

Private Tuition Not Right For Everyone Why Might Hiring a Private Tutor not be Right for You? ChaptersSome Myths About Home TuitionWhat’s the Price of Success?The Key to Success: Working Out the Pros and ConsHave You Already used a Private Tutor?Around 25% of students have used one on one or online tutoring services.It’s both a lot and a little at the same time. While a good number are having academic support, think about the all the students who aren’t.Some people outright refuse to have in-home tutorials and homework help while others haven’t even considered whether or not they need to contact a private tutor to help them with secondary school studies.Regardless of the subject, having private tutorials can be costly and it can be difficult to find a tutor you like.Superprof understands this is one of the reasons why some students don’t opt for home tutoring or an online tutor. 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(Source: CSRfm)Don’t believe the private tutorial myths!Here’s a list of myths about private tutorials:Intensive courses don’t work. In fact, plenty of students have quickly improved thanks to intensive tuition.There’s no time for them. Actually, you can have private tutori als in the evening or at the weekend as well as during the school holidays. Of course, you can’t have them during school hours.Private tutorials are just talking: Academic support is a session with a tutor who’s working towards clearing up any difficulties you may be having. They’ll explain and clarify things for you. This does mean you’ll talk more than your usual class but you’ll also learn more.Private tutors are inexperienced students or unemployed: some personal tutors are students and for some, private tutorials are their only income. Rather than focusing on the age of the tutor, which is a terrible indicator of their ability, consider their experience and qualifications!My child is struggling at school because they’re not working hard enough. A private tutor can work to motivate students and teach them to become autonomous learners. Academic support can put students back on the path to success.These aren’t the only reasons some people decide not to opt for acade mic tutoring or supplemental instruction.The Cost. One of the Biggest Reasons People Don’t Hire Private TutorsJust like music lessons (learning to play the piano or guitar, for example), private tutorials can be rather costly.To understand just how much academic support can cost, here’s a crash course in finances.In some cases, it might be a choice between private tutorials and eating. (Source: peakpx)The average cost of a private tutorial in and around London is between £20 and £25 an hour.This means having a couple private tutorials should cost around £50 a week, £200 a month.This is a lot when you consider that the median wage of £34,473. A year of private tutorials would require around 14% of this.It’s understandable that the cost of academic support can be hugely off-putting.A child’s academic success is a huge financial sacrifice for the average family, even more so for those earning less!That said, a good education can be priceless when it leads to socially advan cing. Private tutoring can give a child the necessary study skills to become an autonomous learner, get fantastic grades on an assignment, and get into the best universities.What’s the Price of Success?Working class families are often forced into the job market before gaining the education they’d like to.By going straight into work, there isn’t as much demand for private tutorials from them.Then there's the middle classes, who also find the cost off-putting.And what if they give up their savings and their free time to get private tutorials? Is there any guarantee they’ll be successful?The Key to Success: Working Out the Pros and ConsIt’s hard to make a decision sometimes. We always want to make the best decision without taking too many risks.When it comes to having personalised private tutorials, intensive or otherwise, you never really know if it’s going to work, whether your child will get better scores, or pass their A Levels.How do you guarantee results?There’s no guarantee that a private tutor will provide quality private tutorials.They might say they're an expert in geometry, algebra, calculus, trigonometry, and accounting, etc.All they can give you is their personal information, their experience, qualifications, approach, and tell you what type of person they are.If stress is an issue,  check out our tips  to deal with it.How Can You Tell the Truth from the Fiction?In economics, information asymmetry is when one party has more or better information than the other.In this case, the provider may have never had any students, despite saying so.Maybe they’re not as skilled or as friendly as they say they are.The best idea is to take a sheet of paper and not down the pros and the cons. Just like brainstorming, write everything that comes to mind about having private tutorials. Do you need maths, physics, chemistry, French, Spanish, or economics tutorials?The disadvantages:BudgetLeisure timeMissing out on other extra curricular activities (spor ts, etc).No space at the houseProfessional uncertaintyAcademic failure?The advantages:Better grades for my childCatching upAcademic coaching programmeA Level preparationA feeling of successSelf confidenceBetter options for their academic and professional futureLess money today but more in the futureBetter cultural understandingPersonal development for my child.The list of considerations can be really long. Normally, if there are more advantages than disadvantages, you’ll feel more comfortable with choosing in-home private tutorials.How do you avoid failing exams? (Source: Haiku Deck)Whatever happens, it’s better to at least look for the best personal tutors than wasting more time thinking about whether or not you’re going to have them.Have You Already used a Private Tutor?One reason to not have private tutorials is because you’ve had a bad experience.Have you already tried private tutorials? Have a closer look at how you can help your child. (Source: RyanLab)Perhaps you’ve already had a private tutor for your child and it didn’t go well.It’s better to stop things immediately than to wait to see if things improve. Isn't it?Have your child’s grades even improved?Ask yourself if the problem lies with the tutor or your child.Whoever it may be, it might be time to mix things up.If their report is worrying, stick with it because it might be just the boost they need.We've talked a lot about why not tutorials might not be right for you, but what about the reasons for having private tuition?Search for tutors near where you live, there’ll definitely be a few that you like the look of! Find a home tutor that offers free tutoring for the first hour of class to see whether you like them.

Everyday networking opportunities tips for people who hate to mingle - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / Everyday networking opportunities tips for people who hate to mingle - Introvert Whisperer Everyday networking opportunities tips for people who hate to mingle   Shy people or those who consider themselves introverts often see networking as a challenge. But is it really that difficult to mingle with new faces? Well, with time, you will realize that it’s is not that hard at all. Whether you call yourself shy, introvert or just quiet, you can still master the art of networking. One important thing to know about networking is that it’s not all about the ability to mingle; it’s more about building relationships based on sincerity, trust, and understanding. Here are a few tips to help you get better at networking; Learn to take it easy with the meet and greet The simple meet and greet process at networking events is the basis to establishing conversations with strangers and building relationships. If you are shy about meeting someone for the first time, try finding a common connection between you and them and request for an introduction. An organizer or host can help you with this.  You can also tag a buddy along to help you be more at ease. Getting introduced can help take away your anxiety of meeting someone just out of the blue. But if you can’t find someone for the introduction, just take a deep breath and give it a try. After all, it’s better to try than to miss a chance at all, right? Remember that no one is thinking about you and your shyness Most shy people at networking events often fear that everyone is looking at them or is concerned about their shyness. Truth is; no one really is. Everyone is always thinking about themselves and how to make that first impression too. Plus, there are also individuals like you in the same event who consider themselves shy and introverts, so basically you are in the same shoes. Knowing this fact can be the most liberating thing in your networking life. Practice, practice, practice Practice  makes things easier. Try attending a networking event at least once every month or two to gain more courage and learn how to smoothly interact with strangers. You can also attend a networking group that does speed networking to help you practice and get comfortable with talking to people you don’t know. With time, you will find that it becomes easier and easier to approach and start conversations with strangers at networking events. Write down some questions Conversations are a two-way street and so you can’t let the other person carry the whole conversation. If your fear to socialize at networking events is not being to participate in conversations spontaneously, write down some few questions to guide you through. Questions such as “what got you into this career path”, ”what are your future career plans”, ”what are your hobbies”, and more of such could be really helpful in enabling you to contribute to the conversation. These are some of the few things that you can use to help you in starting and running with that all-important conversation at a networking event. Try them gradually and in no time you will find yourself getting out of your introvert-zone and enjoying all the opportunities that networking has to offer. Bio Author: Tony Gilbert is the owner of The RealFX Group. Tony specializes in real estate, real estate marketing, managing the team and achieving set goals. Go to top   NETWORKING Bottom-line â€" I want to help you accelerate your career â€" to achieve what you want by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my 4 Building Blocks to Relationships eBookâ€" the backbone to your Networking success and fantastic work relationships.  Grab yours by visiting here right now! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer

Italian Grammar Introduction to Gender and Number

Italian Grammar Introduction to Gender and Number Suzy S. When it comes to building a solid Italian grammar foundation, gender and number are two very important concepts one must learn.  Unfortunately, they are also very troublesome for beginner students. Below Italian teacher, Nadia B. gives a quick and easy introduction to the two concepts Ready to explore Italian grammar? For students, gender and number are often the most challenging concepts to understand, since they are used very differently in Italian than in English. However, with a little explanation and practice, you will be using them with ease in no time. So, lets get started! Gender In Italian, nouns and adjectives can be either masculine or feminine. Usually the gender of the noun can be identified by the ending. For example,  if the noun ends in -o  its generally masculine, and if the noun ends in -a, it is generally feminine. In the plural, nouns ending in -i are generally masculine, and nouns ending in -e are feminine. See examples below. Masculine: il ragazzo (the boy) / i ragazzi (the boys) il libro (the book) / i libri (the books) lalbero (the tree) / gli alberi (the trees) Feminine: la ragazza (the girl) / le ragazze (the girls) la gonna (the skirt) / le gonne (the skirts) la penna (the pen) / le penne (the pens) There are exceptions to the above-mentioned Italian grammar rule. For example, nouns that denote inanimate objects  are randomly assigned a gender.  It is best to continually practice these words in order to memorize them and their gender.  See examples below. larte (the art) feminine il bicchiere (the glass) masculine Also, dont be fooled by nouns that are commonly shortened, as their long form reveals their  true gender. See examples below. la bici=la bicicletta (the bicycle) la foto=la fotografia (the photograph) la moto= la motocicletta (the motorcycle) Number (Singular and Plural) Once youve learned how to identify whether a noun is masculine or feminine, another important component to learning Italian  grammar is how number affects nouns. Feminine Nouns and Adjectives When we pluralize a noun, it generally follows the rule that the -a ending in feminine singular nouns changes to -e, and the -o ending in masculine singular nouns changes to -i.  The same applies to adjectives. See examples below. la donna (the woman) becomes le donne (the women) la  città (the city) becomes le  città (the cities) il letto  (the bed) becomes i letti (the beds) However, what happens when the ending is a little different to begin with?  If its a feminine singular noun or adjective that ends in -ca or -ga, we want to preserve the hard sound, therefore, the plural then ends in -che or -ghe. See examples below: la giacca (the jacket) becomes  le giacche (the jackets) la pianta larga (the wide sole) becomes le piante larghe (the wide soles) Feminine singular nouns that end in -cia or -gia drop the -i in the plural and thus the ending becomes -ce or -ge. This is to preserve the same sound and syllabication that occurs in the singular. See examples below. la faccia (the face)  becomes le facce (the faces) la spiaggia (the beach)  becomes le spiagge  (the beaches) The only exception to this rule is in the case of  la camicia  (the shirt) which retains its -i in the plural le camicie  (the shirts). If the stress lands on the -i in the -cia or -gia ending, though, then the noun retains the -i in the plural, with the ending -cie or -gie. See examples below. la pasticceria (the pastry shop) becomes le pasticcerie (the pastry shops) la bugia (the lie) becomes le bugie (the lies) Masculine Nouns and Adjectives For masculine nouns and adjectives, the ones that end in -co turn to -chi or -ci in the plural. The identifying factor is the accentuation if the stress is on the next-to-last syllable, the plural ending should be -chi. Nouns ending in -co that have the stress on the third-to-last syllable turn to -ci in the plural. See examples below. Il pacco (the package) becomes i pacchi (the packages) Il giocho (the game)  becomes i giochi (the games) Il medico (the doctor) becomes i medici (the doctors) il cucciolo stanco (the tired puppy)  becomes i cuccioli stanchi (the tired puppies) There are a few exceptions, though, like words originally from Greek and other ones that simply dont follow the rule. Here are some common words that are exceptions: lamico (the friend)  becomes gli amici (the friends) il greco (the Greek)  becomes i greci ( the Greeks) One last ending that changes from singular to plural is that of masculine nouns and adjectives ending in -go. These nouns change to -ghi in the plural. For example: Il dialogo (the dialogue)  becomes i dialoghi (the dialogues) Il capello lungo (the individual strand of long hair)  becomes i capelli lunghi ( the head of long hair) The only exception to this rule is nouns that end in -go that stem from a longer ending of -ologo. This ending creates a plural ending of -ologi. For example: Lo psicologo (the psychologist)  becomes gli psicologi (the psychologists) Il radiologo (the radiologist)  becomes i radiologi (the radiologists) While there are many different Italian grammar rules to remember, they are not as difficult to learn as they may seem. In fact, after seeing gender and number usage in context and using them yourself, you will soon be able to distinguish between all the possibilities. Work closely with your Italian tutor to come up with some fun exercises for you to better learn these complex Italian grammar rules. Nadia B. teaches Italian in New York, NY. She graduated summa cum laude from New York University, with a double degree in Italian Language and Literature and Classical Music Performance. Learn more about Nadia here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by  Son of Groucho

GCSE Poem analysis Loves Philosophy by Percy Bysshe Shelley

GCSE Poem analysis Love's Philosophy by Percy Bysshe Shelley What is it about? Love's Philosophy poem is a romantic lover's playful argument, putting forward his case for the union of love. Natural imagery and strong rhyme appeal to the reader's senses, presenting this relationship as something innocent, simple and inevitable.'Philosophy' here means an argument or a way-of-thinking. Love's Philosophy by Percy Bysshe Shelley The fountains mingle with the river And the rivers with the ocean, The winds of heaven mix forever With a sweet emotion; Nothing in the world is single, All things by a law divine In another's being mingle - Why not I with thine? See the mountains kiss high heaven, And the waves clasp one another; No sister-flower would be forgiven If it disdained its brother: And the sunlight clasps the earth, And the moonbeams kiss the sea - What is all this sweet work worth, If thou kiss not me? Overview The first stanza begins with descriptions of the natural world 'mixing' with itself and pushes this as a good example for the poet and their beloved. This is addressed by the tender and slightly archaic 'thee'. What is then painted is a  picture of an airy, nature-loving poet describing the scene in front of him and his fellow walker. He then  draws a lesson from it, turning to speak to his silent beloved. In the second stanza of Love's Philosophy this address is intensified. The poet instructs the reader, in the position of the beloved, to look around and 'see the mountains kiss high heaven'.The genial, playful invitation of a 'kiss' is an easier finish that the hope to 'mingle' in each other's being.A rhetorical question at the end of each stanza begs a response of some sort - surely, the poet hopes, a wordless one! 'Romantic' and Romantic poetry Our modern use of the word 'romantic' relates to an idealised sort of love. More specifically, to the state of 'being in love', characterised by powerful, irresistible emotions, gift-giving, the idealisation of a beloved and the prioritisation of the relationship above everything else. However, the poetry of the Romantic poets was not just restricted to describing love. William Wordsworth defined poetry as the 'spontaneous overflow of powerful feelings' in his preface to the Lyrical Ballads. One common theme is that experiences were understood by Romantic poets through their effects on personal emotions. This is partly where our modern 'romantic' love idea comes from. However, poetry by Wordsworth, Shelley and Coleridge often shared other hallmark characteristics. For example, the use of natural imagery and simple verse forms. As this poem by Shelley includes all of these, it is a good example of a Romantic romantic poem. Form and structure Love's Philosophy has a trochaic metre - a pattern of stressed, then unstressed syllables, with four beats in the first three lines of each quatrain and three in the fourth. The two stanzas are each a pair of alternately-rhymed quatrains, rhyming ababcdcd. There is a strong relationship with the archetypal ballad metre used by many romantic poets. The trochaic metre also gives the poem a slightly heavy, dreamy feel when read aloud, particularly since ten of the sixteen lines are full trochaic, disyllabic rhymes (like ocean/emotion or heaven/forgiven). Several lines begin with an extra 'upbeat' (properly called an 'analectic' syllable as it extends the normal length of a line). This slight irregularity helps the poem feel spontaneous, despite the cleverness of its composition. Language The natural imagery in this poem is relatively simplistic and uncomplicated: 'fountains', 'rivers' and 'oceans' are all unmodified and free from descriptive clutter. The 'winds of heaven' and 'high heaven' can scarcely be called richly descriptive. 'moonbeams', 'mountains' and the 'sea' are also unmodified. I think there is an innocence about this sort of language, fitting the scene of two lovers on a hilltop. He needn't describe what we can see with our own eyes, after all. This innocence continues in the description of a 'sister-flower' and its 'brother'. The relationship the poet imagines between flowers is fraternal and childish, so the word 'disdain' feels out of place as the idea of aloofness between siblings. Perhaps the use of 'thine' and 'thou' rather than 'your' and 'you' also reinforces this. In Shelley's day, thee and thou were still in use, but less so among people of higher status. Repetitive uses of 'clasp' describing how the waves hold one another, and how the immaterial light of the sun seems to touch the earth, bring this very physical world to the fore. It certainly has a sensual, if not sexual, connotation, but its effect is rather more repetition to persuade, rather than shock. After all, if everything in nature 'clasps' freely, and if the elements around 'mix' with one another so readily, even obeying the command of God (if, unlike Shelley, his reader still believes in God's command to procreate), then turning down the poet's request for a kiss is like disagreeing with the laws of nature and God, isn't it? For extra support with poetry analysis, why not book a lesson with one of our experienced  GCSE English tutor? With  Tutorfair   you can browse through a selection of great tutors, to find the right one for you. For More GCSE poem analyses similar to Love's Philosophy:  The Farmer's Bride, Neutral Tones,  Nettles, The Yellow Palm, My Last Duchess, and Medusa, Praise Song for My Mother