Mary Berry British Baking Royalty

Mary Berry British Baking Royalty Mary Berry: Queen Of Baking ChaptersAbout Mary BerryMary's MissionFood-Related AwardsThe Great British Bake OffMary Berry's Cooking SchoolMore UK ChefsWhen you think about Top UK Chef Personalities  Mary Berry has to be high up on, if not top of, the list. She is like baking royalty, queen of biscuits, tarts and sponge cake!But despite having a new set of fans thanks to her judging role in The Great British Bake Off (before it parted ways with the BBC and moved to Channel 4), she has actually captured the hearts of Brits over the country for many decades.Her popularity among people of all ages just goes to show that she has something special, and it is thanks to her that so many people, young or old, are spending time in the kitchen baking up cakes and other treats.With many achievements under her belt, Mary has a lot to boast about. But, in reality, many people only know really her for her recent TV appearances.Here is a bit of background information on Mary Berry, which explains why she has become the nation' s baking sweetheart and reigns over all other famous bakers.Check out these cookery classes here.Mary Berry is the Queen of baking and has captured the hearts of the nation. Photo on Visualhunt.comFinally, if you just can't get enough of the Queen of Baking, then why not purchase some of her fundamental cookbooks, buy cookware from her range in collaboration with Lakeland, or test out her salad dressings.Information on all of the above can be found by visiting her website.More UK ChefsIf you liked reading about Mary Berry and would like to discover more about other famous chef personalities, take a look at the following blogs: Jamie Oliver,  Nigella Lawson  or  Gordon Ramsay

Selecting the Best Amp for Your Guitar

Selecting the Best Amp for Your Guitar Suzy S. Thinking about purchasing a guitar amp, but not sure where to start? Youve got some options, depending on your experience level and the style of music you play. Start your research with this helpful advice from Winston Salem, NC guitar teacher Kyle M When you start exploring the world of electric guitars, you’re not only dealing with the instrument itself, but also the amplifier it uses. Guitar amps in and of themselves are a very complex market. In this article I will be covering some of the basics of what kinds of amps there are, how they are different, and how to select the best amps for your needs. To start at the very beginning, there are two kinds of amps: tube and solid state. Tube amps have glass bulbs in them, kind of like light bulbs, that send analog signals to the speakers. Solid state amps use transistors and computer chips to send a digital signal to the speakers. There are also hybrid amps that use both. The general consensus is that tube amps have worse tone at lower volumes and better tone at higher volumes (and tube amps can get LOUD). There are ways around that now, though, that allow tube amps to get their high volume tone without shaking mom’s china cabinet and scaring the neighbor’s dog. Because solid state amps create their sound digitally, they allow you to get a decent tone at lower volumes, but at higher volumes they lose some of that. Solid state amps also don’t get as loud as tube amps. The downside to tube amps is that they are much more expensive and can be high maintenance if you aren’t careful; those tubes will need to be replaced eventually. Amps also come in two different forms: combos and stacks. A combo is an amp where your channel controls, speakers, and everything are in one unit. A stack has two components, the head and the cabinet. A half stack is a head and one cabinet, and a full stack is a head with two cabinets. The head has all of the controls for the channels and the speakers are in the cabinet. Combos usually don’t get higher than 100 watts and cabinets are usually 120 watts and up. Now that we know a little about the basics of amps, what should we get? For a beginner, a 15-30- watt solid state combo is a great place to get started. You shouldn’t have to spend more than $100. An amp like this is also great if you’re looking for something to practice on without bothering anyone. If you’ve been playing for a little while and you’re looking to step it up a little bit, I recommend you start looking into tube amps. You may have to save up a little longer or buy something used, but it will pay off. If tube amps are just outside of your budget, then a big solid state amp will do the trick. The most important thing, no matter what, is to NEVER buy anything music-related without playing it first! Good luck, and I hope this helped you figure out what you need! 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 You   might also like A Step-By-Step Guide to Changing Your Guitar Strings CapoSonic: Would You Buy It? How to a Capo: 5 Useful Tips Kyle M. teaches guitar, music theory and songwriting lessons to students of all ages in Winston Salem, NC. Kyle is classically trained in guitar and composition, with a Bachelors of Arts in Music from Hartwick College. He joined the TakeLessons team in November 2012. Learn more about Kyle, or search for a teacher near you! Photo by KWDesigns

5 Signs You Could be an Ambivert - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / 5 Signs You Could be an Ambivert - Introvert Whisperer 5 Signs You Could be an Ambivert                           Ambidextrous. It means you are equally skilled using both hands. Ambivalent. It means you have both good and bad feelings about something. Now comes ambivert. It’s really not a new term, but it does refer to a large percentage of people who are both introverts and extroverts. In fact, the majority of people are some combination of both, and they move back and forth along a continuum, depending on the situation and their mood/feelings at the time. Are you a part of this large group? Probably so. A study out of Wharton College determined that 2/3 of the population actually moves along the continuum and is largely placed in the middle of this continuum most of the time. In fact, they adjust according to the situations in which they find themselves- they thus have what the study called “social flexibility.” Here are some common characteristics of ambiverted people: See if you fit: 1. Ambiverts Can Work Well Alone or in a Group There may be projects at work that require group meetings to iron out responsibilities and to check progress along the way. You actively participate in these meetings and share your views. However, you are happy to go back to your workspace and dig in all by yourself, with little to no contact with others until it is time for another meeting. You enjoy the solitude of completing tasks on your own, but you also have comfort in reporting that progress to others. 2. You Enjoy the Limelight, But Only Temporarily   When you have an accomplishment that merits public praise or attention, you are comfortable receiving it publicly. But you only want so much of this, before you become uncomfortable and prefer that the limelight is placed on someone else. You have moved from the extrovert end of the continuum toward the introvert end, and that indicates that you are an ambivert. 3. Feeling Bored vs. Feeling Drained   You relish spending time alone with yourself. This can be an introvert “thing.” But too much time alone has you feeling bored and ready for some contact with other human beings. On the other hand, too much time with others, especially at work and in social situations, can have you feeling “drained.” And you long to get off by yourself and “re-group.” So, you find a quiet corner and renew yourself before you re-join the group. 4. Small Talk and Deeper Conversations   Obvious extroverts can be found comfortably engaging in small talk and in deeper conversations. They want to contribute and do so with apparent ease. In fact, they often dominate conversations. Introverts tend to remain very quiet and just listen, taking it all in. Ambiverts respond a bit differently. They may find themselves comfortable with small talk for a while but ultimately tire of it and “opt out.” When deeper conversations are involved, the ambivert is happy to contribute if s/he feel knowledgeable on the topic. But once s/he has made a contribution, taking a “back seat” and just listening is common. 5. Flexibility   Above all, ambiverts have the flexibility to adjust to a variety of situations, in which they may participate and yet withdraw when they feel the need to do so. And they adjust to the energy of the people around them, at least for periods of time, until they are drained or bored. These are just five major characteristics of ambiverts. But they should give you an idea of where you fit on the continuum and if, in fact, you are a fit. The important thing is that you identify where you are on the continuum and if you are able to move back and forth at will and be at least somewhat comfortable in both large group environments where there is a lot of energy and in smaller intimate settings. And certainly, it is important to be comfortable being alone with yourself. The more insight you can gain into your own personality, the better you can prepare for a variety of situations and environments and function successfully in them. Research does seem to show that those who are ambiverts and who can successfully navigate back and forth on the continuum between the two extremes end to be more successful. Take sales as an example. Full-blown extroverts can be seen as too aggressive, unwilling to ask important questions of a prospect, and thus failing to listen to that prospect’s needs. A full-blown introvert will not do well in sales, because it does require approaching strangers. An ambivert, on the other hand, can approach prospects with some confidence and yet back off and listen. They have a balance that results in success. Photo  source Author Bio: Pat Fredshaw is a freelance author and enthusiastic blogger at Essay Supply. She is fond of blogging, e-learning, and career development. Go to top   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

What Qualifications do I Need to Give Portuguese Lessons

What Qualifications do I Need to Give Portuguese Lessons Are Any Qualifications Needed to Give Portuguese Lessons? ChaptersQualifications to Give Portuguese Lessons in Public SchoolsQualifications for Giving Portuguese Lessons at Independent SchoolsQualifications for Teaching Portuguese Pronunciation in a Language SchoolQualifications to Teach Portuguese IndependentlyUnwritten Qualifications that Every Teacher Should PossessLet’s say that you are fluent in European Portuguese (or Brazilian Portuguese).Naturally, you would like to put your language skills to work, not just because they are marketable but because you love that Romance language and wish to do your part in proliferating it.That is highly commendable and urgently needed.The British Council reports that the Portuguese language ranks in the top ten languages necessary for our country’s continued economic growth and standing in the global community.In the same breath, they report on a dire shortage of teachers qualified to deliver foreign language lessons, let alone any teachers who could conduct language instruction in Portuguese †" never mind whether Brazilian or Continental.So, here you are, either a native speaker or bilingual, and you’re looking for students who want (need!) to learn a new language: sounds like a match made in linguistics heaven, doesn’t it?To an extent, it is... with one caveat: are you qualified to teach?That is the meat of the subject your Superprof reports on today.maintained or non-maintained school in the UK.All of this can be a bit overwhelming but there is a light at the end of this tunnel: if you were trained as a teacher in the European Economic Area, you may apply for a QTS without undue hassle.However, a problem might arise when proving you can indeed speak Portuguese.Native speakers of any language don’t generally go around carrying their language credentials in their pockets; in fact, few seek them out.You may be asked for additional proof of your language skills; perhaps by taking an exam online, that will test at least your reading and writing skills.Furthermore, Por tuguese being your mother-tongue, most likely you will be called on to present a TEFL or IELTS result in order to teach in England or Scotland.If you have studied Portuguese as a second language; in fact, if it was your major at university, you are golden: your diploma certifies your language skills.Still, you may consider sitting either the CAPLE or the CELPE-Bras â€" depending on the style of Portuguese you have mastered.Once in possession of your QTS, you may immediately cast about for a classroom to teach in.It is quite unfortunate that most public schools in our country do not offer language courses until secondary school.Nevertheless, the same criteria apply when teaching a language course, whether in middle school or high school: you must have some certification of your Portuguese language ability (or that you speak English if you are a native Portuguese speaker), as well as a valid QTS.It would also help if you’ve had some teaching experience.It sounds like a Catch-22 situ ation: you cannot gain any experience teaching Portuguese without a teaching certificate, but you cannot get a teaching certificate without any experience in front of a classroom.There are several workarounds to this conundrum.1. You taught people to speak Portuguese in your native country â€" maybe tourists or international students learning a foreign language2. You have a proven success rate as a tutor: you may prove your experience through student testimonials.The only key factor here is that your experience must be demonstrable: either through a letter of recommendation (in the first case) or through the aforementioned testimonials.Qualifications for Giving Portuguese Lessons at Independent SchoolsIndependent schools and private schools are sometimes more amenable in hiring passionate teachers and they are not held to the same documentation standards as public schools are.Thus, if Portuguese is your native language, you may approach such schools without necessarily having to wor ry about qualifying your language skills.However, you will still need some sort of demonstrable higher education, if only a Bachelor’s degree in Language Arts or Humanities.The same potential ease of restrictions applies to those English speakers who have dedicated their lives to teaching Portuguese speaking: you may or may not be required to obtain a QTS but you will most likely be held to a high educational standard.There are so many variables to consider when applying at any public school!Fortunately, all of the criteria needed for a successful application can be found in this checklist.Unfortunately, it does not mention language teaching specifically...You may find it easier to qualify to teach at a language school Source: Pixabay Credit: Tumisuhigher education requirement more so than having studied Portuguese as a second language.If Portuguese is not your first language, you may have to prove fluency, either through your university degree or certification from your Portugues e proficiency exam.Also, you may be required to undergo a basic DBS check.In fact, a DBS check is required for any teaching position, anywhere.Qualifications to Teach Portuguese IndependentlyThere is no law stating that you cannot give lessons outside of our country’s educational structure.It might take a little more work but, once you are established, you may find that people enamoured of Brazilian culture or Portuguese culture are beating a path to your door!Be sure to be properly certified before they get there.To give language classes on your own, you should obtain a DBS certificate  (although it is not mandatory, it is a good idea) and also declare your language training operation with HMRC, so that you can meet your tax burden.Other than that, you are ready to go: no other documentation or qualification needed to teach language studies in the UK.The benefit to teaching independent of any established learning centre is that you may set up your curriculum as you see fit. If yo u know how to give Portuguese lessons, you have the freedom to teach, with any specialised focus you’d like:Portuguese conversation â€" maybe to prospective holidaymakersVocabulary: words and phrasesGrammar rulesVerb conjugationYou may even teach linguistic nuance!The one aspect of tutoring in any language - tutoring the German language, Arabic and even Mandarin Chinese: it is the soft skills that will boost your effectiveness as a teacher.Follow these helpful hints for preparing your Portuguese lessons!While not an official teacher qualification, enthusiasm definitely rates! Source: Pixabay Credit: Mohamed HassanUnwritten Qualifications that Every Teacher Should PossessYou won’t find them anywhere on any job application even though the job advert calls for them.They are called interpersonal skills, and every good teacher must have them.PatienceLearning a language is not a casual proposition: the learner must set aside all of the grammar rules s/he internalised from the moment s /he learned how to speak.To learn a language effectively, one must consciously adopt a whole new set of rules for communicating: not just making different sounds, but embracing different rules for word order, pronouns and usage of verbs.Speaking of different sounds...There are sounds in Portuguese that simply do not exist in English and your students may have difficulty saying words that contain the -lh or -em sound â€" to say nothing of the rolled R. EmpathyLearning a new language is difficult, especially one that varies from English to the degree that Portuguese does.Obviously, laughing at your students and/or belittling their difficulties in learning how to pronounce words like comem or massagem (comay and massageay, respectively) would be counterproductive, both to their learning and to your future as a teacher.In all cases, understanding and empathy is key!PedagogyHaving a distinct method of teaching Portuguese is vital, whether it is your native language or your second languag e.There is a difference between a native speaker’s linguistic priorities and those of one who learned the language in school.Native speakers may emphasise tone and stress on vocabulary while scholars would impress that using proper verb tenses is of paramount importance, and thus, drill on that aspect more so than others.Defining your method of teaching before giving your first Portuguese lesson is critical: where will you put your focus most heavily?As you gather up your flashcards and other teaching materials, you may reflect on this information prior to your interview as a teacher of Portuguese in the facility of your choice.Or, if you opt to give private lessons in Portuguese, you may need to set your rates for each hour of learning.Good luck!

Enrollment to reputed colleges with Sat online practice test college board

Enrollment to reputed colleges with Sat online practice test college board While we pursue our class 12 days we always aspire for getting into a better career. Everyday discussions with family and friends revolve around what nest to be done, which course to take up and which college to apply for. It is one of the tough processes as enrollment in a good college can help you to shine in future in a better way. Today good grades are no more a key to get into a good college. For that you need something more and that something is to crack the tough entrance exam that comes your way. Each reputed college has made it a rule that an entrance exam will be conducted that will help you to enroll oneself in any good and reputed college of the nation. This way colleges can chose the cream layer or say the intelligent part of the nation. It increases the face as well as the brand value of the college to a great extent. This entrance examination is called ACT or SAT examination. In this examination you have to go through four different subjects and score in each subject equally. Doing this only can help you to get admission into a better college of the nation. Not only the college but the universities also have made it a rule to get through such exams and then get entry into the university. Online tutoring courses for SAT You can find any private tutor who will guide you with this examination for better grades to get admitted into a better college or university. Or else if you find such thing difficult then you can get help from online tutors. Online tutors are new way of learning but it is gaining a lot of popularity with the kind of help it provides. Online search will help you to find some good tutoring centers from where you can easily get such help. Various types of institutes are there conducting such services but while choosing one you have to be little cautious and also know which one to choose. Below are some of the points that should be looked after so that you get a fair idea about the institute. Know some benefits of online tutoring for better decision You may know the concept of online tutoring, but do you know which are the essential points that should be looked after for knowing which institute is better and which is not. So now read below so that you can judge yourself as to which institute is more helpful for your child or you yourself. ? Firstly you have to know which teacher is appointed for which subject. There are many such institutes that appoint such teachers who does not even have link up with the allotted subject that they are teaching in the institute. Check for the correct certificates so that you can know about the qualification of the teacher and after you are assured you can easily enroll your child. ? Make a detailed study s for are the teachers efficient enough to carry of the subject with ease and perfection. go for such students who have enrolled themselves in the institute so that you can get the basic information about the teachers and about their teaching habits. These teaching habits can help a student to higher there grade if it is placed perfectly. ? Know the time duration of the classes and when does these classes get organized. A good institute always makes it a point to teach the student all round the clock whenever they are in need of it. You have to know each and every single in particular before investing on it. If a student can get help from such institute 24*7 then it is better to go with such an institute as such institute helps the students whenever they are in trouble. ? There are many institutes that organize online coaching classes. A good coaching class helps in many students at same point of time. But if your child is weak and cannot cope up with the private coaching classes that are available then you can go for one-on-one class as well. This process is helpful for those students who are weak and cannot open in public with their problems. Every individual student is given individual teacher for better assistance. This can help the student to learn better and also move away all the problems that arose with weak students in front of other classmates. ? Last but not the least go and search for such an institute who charges minimum for the services that it provides. There are many such institutes that charges very high for the services they provide and it is not possible for almost every middle class family to afford such high prices. But some good institutes are also present who helps a child with less charges and better facilities as well. A good institute with good prospects is TutorPace So for now you may have known what the merits of a good institute are. Choosing from among the lot can be tedious and time taking. For your help I am just suggesting you that there is a good institute who can help you with all the facilities mentioned above. TutorPace is one of the reputed institutes of the nation and can be relied upon easily. The teachers are very efficient and know the whereabouts of the subject neatly and help you to get into the skin of the subject without much hurdle. The weak students can open up to the teachers whenever they want. They prepare a student in such a way so that they can easily crack the exams easily and without fear. A good institute brings in self confidence among oneself and this is only done by TutorPace.   Among the list of various services that it provides with perfection, one more service ahs been added to it and that is the Sat online practice test college board.

The Homeless Superheroes of Hollywood

The Homeless Superheroes of Hollywood Having a nice, comfortable place to call your home is often something that we take for granted. Homeless people often find inventive ways to make money in order to survive the harsh conditions of living on the street. In todays post we will look at some of those creative ways to earn a dollar or two. Practice your English listening skills.There was  some interesting vocabulary in that video, dont you think? Have a go at the activity below to see how many of the words you understand. Can you match the vocabulary to the correct definition?English Vocabulary:Good work! Next we have a few listening comprehension questions for you. Can you answer the questions below by writing in the comment section? We will get back to you!English Listening Skills: Comprehension:Who are the two movie characters  interviewed in the video?Where do  the two characters live?How does Tyler (the first character) make money?What has Christopher (the second character) been doing for 25 years?What is Christopher addicted to?Now that Christopher is homeless, where does he keep most of his Superman memorabilia?How much money in donations did Christopher receive?We hope you enjoyed todays blog post. Sign up here  for a trial class with LOI so  you can enhance your all-around English skills with native English teachers!

How Your College-Bound Teen Can Make it a Productive Holiday Break

How Your College-Bound Teen Can Make it a Productive Holiday Break College is an essential step toward lifelong success, but getting there doesnt happen on its own. Huntington Learning Center says that too often, college-related deadlines have a way of sneaking up on studentsbut holiday break is a great time to revisit the college to-do list. The spring semester of the school year tends to fly by for high school students, especially those finishing up their senior year. For those with college on the horizon, its important to pay attention to all of the necessary deadlines and tasks. These next few weeks offer a perfect opportunity to get things in order and plan ahead for the months to come.Start working on the FAFSA. Seniors planning on enrolling in college for fall 2017 should submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon after January 1 as possible. This application is your familys avenue to receiving federal, state and college financial aid and the sooner you submit it, the better. Get started at www.studentaid.ed.gov. Register for Advanced Placement exams. Before school lets out, your teen should talk to teachers or the schools designated Advanced Placement (AP) coordinator about taking any AP exams in the spring. In 2017, AP exams are scheduled for early May, so holiday break is a good time to start thinking about which exams your teen wants to study for and take. Register for the spring SAT or ACT. For juniors taking the exam for the first time, now is the time to develop a study schedule for the February 11 or May 6 SAT and March 11 or April 8 ACT. Contact Huntington over the break to learn more about our 14-hour, 32-hour and Premier SAT and ACT prep programs. Work on college applications. Seniors should use holiday break as a time to get going on college applications, as many colleges have application deadlines as early as January 1. At the very least, your senior should spend time working on some of the time-consuming parts of the application package, such as the essay. Its also a good idea to write succinct but professional letters to teachers from whom your teen would like letters of recommendation, making sure to include a resume and list of accomplishments in each teachers class. When school is back in session in January, your teen can deliver these letters personally. Visit local colleges. Although colleges are also on break, this might be a good chance for you and your teen to visit any colleges in your area. Walk the campus, stop by the admissions offices, explore the classrooms and reach out ahead of time to see if any tours are offered. Holiday break is a wonderful time for your teen to recharge his or her batteries after a busy fall semester, but it also presents a chance to get ahead on that college checklist. At Huntington, we advise students to take advantage of every break they have from school and use that downtime to ensure theyre on top of everything they need to be regarding college. During the spring, things pick up significantly when it comes to collegefrom applying for financial aid to selecting a college. Encourage your teen to use this time effectively, so that he or she will feel more organized and ready to continue moving forward when school resumes in January.

A-Level History Revision

A-Level History Revision Revising for history A-level takes time and effort, as you need to know facts and then be able to turn these into persuasive arguments in your essays. Having facts, without the analysis won't get you a high-grade, neither will having the arguments, without crucial evidence to back your discussions up. For this reason, you need to spend time going through your syllabus, working with past papers, writing practice essays and talking through your arguments with a teacher, history tutor or your peers to ensure you are ready for the exam. Thankfully there are many techniques that will help you to revise the subject matter and ensure the information fall into place. Write a timeline of events History is a timeline, so creating one is key for revision. Put together a chronology of important events, and places, with the causes and consequences of the events. This is a great way to revise what you have learnt about a particular topic and refresh your arguments. For instance, create a timeline of the events behind the origins of World War Two focus on events but also how it affected different people, countries and classes. Watch YouTube videos This can be extremely helpful in helping you to recall specific events or understand how policies affected people. Look for credible sources and re-enactments to help you determine what happened and why. For instance, if you are studying World War Two events like the evacuation of Dunkirk, or Churchill becoming Prime Minister. Create short biographies of key figures There's no getting away from the fact that with history you need do need to know the details. That's people, times, dates, policies etc. Writing short summaries, and biographies on cards can help you to remember this crucial information. Pinning these cards on a board and showing how they relate to each other can then also help with your analysis. Use cards to write short summaries of your arguments Examiners are also looking for what you think, and want to know your arguments and interpretation of key events. It's this information that needs to be on revision cards so you can accurately bring all your knowledge together. Read them daily to refresh your mind. Write essay plans This is a technique most students forget about but one that can help you with history revision. Spend time making a series of essay plans on the key areas you have discussed in class or with your tutor. Each plan should have four key points you can make with facts and analysis.This is a great way to revise not only key information but also how you will show the examiner you know and understand your subject. Work with a history tutor Working with a history tutor will help you with all of the above points and with your arguments and revision technique. This can help if you feel the syllabus hasn't yet, fallen into place or if you feel your revision scope is too wide. For more help with revision look at our blog posts on How to deal with exam stress and the Habits of Successful Students. https://www.firsttutors.com/uk/subject/history/a-level/