What Games Can Kids Play Indoors

By Kelly Mayberry

What's worse than rain on a perfect day? It's the lack of a good thing or a productive thing to do. Nowadays, children, instead of having to play kids indoor games would rather spend their time playing with their top of the line gaming console or their latest handheld portable game devices. Though there is nothing wrong with these advancements in technology we have to pay a certain price that some people are not even aware of.

With the increasing amount of new, stimulating technological devices, it reduces the amount of social contact many kids have with the friends and peers. Kids should seek out to meet new friends during sport and play activities at the park or gym. While these activities help kids with their weight management, they also stimulate social skills, determination skills, critical reasoning among others. Early formative years development will increase as well as to the physical benefits of activities with kids and their peers. Some of the most important and efficient skills that children gradual developed are incurred during social activities with others.

Isolation and lack of social skills is one of the main culprits in dealing with the constant activities with various electronic devices. Since many kids have not developed the necessary skills and objectives, it is important that children are not bound and reliant to the seclusion that these devices develop. These personal devices lack the development in children as compared to the benefits of group activities. It is the job of parents to identify these problems within their children and can use a variety of the following resolutions to help kids with family time like:

- board games. Since then, board games have always dominated the indoor games for kids scene since the beginning of gaming history started. Some of the classic games that captured the hearts and imagination of kids and adults alike are board games like Monopoly, Snakes and Ladders, Scrabble and other turn based board games. These games develop strategy and critical thinking in kids because of the high level of decision making involved in them. Recently board games have been given a facelift and have enjoyed new edition to their line. Games like Warhammer 3000, Tactics the game, Vampires: Bloodlines and other games introduced recently.

-- spelling games. It is commonly though that many of the word games were extension of school by many of the kids in the family, but have increasingly become a family favorite. The ideal of these fun, yet educational games is to simulate the mind of many of the participants. Many of these classic, yet educational games have put on new twist on fun with the family. Many of the advancements in indoor activities have to be credited to the Japanese with several of the most popular games on the market today.


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First day With The Dynamics Of Speed Reading

By Dr. Jay Polmar

The Be Dynamic Through Speed Reading method, by Dr. Jay Polmar, is designed for those who read large volumes of printed material. Sometimes they get frustrated when they can't keep up with all the intriguing literature that is released. Authors around the world produce printed data and fiction, at a rate so phenomenal, that even the most avid of readers struggle to keep up. With our DYNAMIC SPEED READING method, you'll easily be able to read twice to three times the amount you now read in the same time.

The human brain/mind is capable of comprehending and cataloging from 10,000 to 50,000 units of information per minute (one unit being equal to one word) and this is based upon old statistics. Based on new technology in education and strides in self-development, your brain/mind is capable of much more.

The human body is a vehicle that records various senses and transfers them to our brain/mind. The brain/mind acts like a computer. Perhaps the brain/mind is the body's operational computer to make easier for us to learn. We learn through information (data) which is transmitted in many ways. We receive data through our five physical senses, and our brain/mind makes decisions, choices and judgments from those factors.

Our limitations in reading were programmed during childhood when we were first taught to read. Yet, brain/mind researchers have shown that through DYNAMIC SPEED READING method, thousands have broken that pattern and increased speeds dramatically.

This course teaches techniques for becoming Dynamic. We expect you, minimally, to become a speed reader who loves to read and improve the quality of your life. Maximally, we expect great, positive successes from our students. A beginning average reading speed for the average American high school graduate is about 250 words per minute. Those from the south read somewhat slower because of their drawl. Those who stutter also read slower. An average college student reads approximately 300 w.p.m.

Take note: Recent studies have indicated that the English reading rate has dropped due to poor education in the past decade. The reduction of reading speed is astounding averaging 35% poor reading rates in the US. Be Dynamic undoes the damage of poor education system and was developed by Dr. Jay Polmar, who studied in the US when education mean something special and reading was king. - 29940

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Preschoolers At A Frisco Preschool

By Jack Hanley

Frisco preschool is the best there is when it comes to teaching preschoolers. Ages range from two to four and the learning environment is rich with academic focus. The children are provided the tools in preparation for higher learning for when they reach kindergarten age. The staff is trained and initiate training programs to be successful.

For daycares to thrive they have improved their programs with fundamental learning tools to prepare children for kindergarten. They are taught the basics of colors and matching. They are read to and sing songs. They have recess and nap time. Most even have a computer. It is never too early to learn how to surf the web.

The schools each have their own style. Designs are forms of teaching, and most use parts of all to make their classroom agenda. Teachers are trained according to desired outcomes of student learning in maintaining school structure. There are several designs to learn from with more or less of each being used at a school.

Reggio Emilia was developed in Tuscany, Italy. It was after World War II, and was formed by parents. Its principle learning structure is built off of togetherness. The teachers, parents and children all have input as to how the classrooms will run, and what will be learned. This increases constructive thinking for all.

The children put together the art class and work as a group, creating projects and with teacher input, create an environment of beauty and light. The teacher's document student progress for academic growth, and parents participate in many of the activities. This form of learning is to give back what the war took away.

The classes are theme based and rotated throughout the year for versatility in learning based on colors, or birds, just about anything that has reference to learning. They follow a routine schedule and may even teach a foreign language. They also have the regular activities like recess, and circle time for reading. They use worksheets and learn to write alphabet letters and simple addition.

There is the Waldorf approach to learning, where education is based on every aspect of the child, using the entire body as a learning foundation. There are a lot of hands on activities like puppets, cooking, and art. The imagination is important too, and there is a lot of creative play in light of it, with a strong dislike for children to watch television.

As children learn expectations they also have expectations of their own. They follow the structure, and if for any reason there is an upset during the day, the children will make it known that this has affected them. That is the precarious nature of routine. Other designs allow for more flexibility in teaching children that things change and helping them to be able to accept change in their lives.

Preschoolers at a Frisco preschool learn other types of school structures such as the Play based an unstructured learning environment that involves natural, carefree learning. There is also the Academic, which is a very structured classroom. It focuses on kindergarten and mimics the schooling that is taught to the five year olds in preparing the preschoolers. - 29940

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The Swine Flu: Is Your Preschool Ready?

By Kelly Mayberry

It has already reached pandemic proportions and childcare locations across the country are looking for ways to manage the outbreak of H1N1 virus. The Centers for Disease Control is working closely with the National Association for the Education of Young People to protect children in daycare as well as the staff members at childcare locations across the country.

The best way to be prepared is to sanitize everything possible to prevent the spread of an outbreak before it starts. Brilliance Preschool and Academy makes sure that every single toy is cleaned and sanitized at the end of each and every day. As every early childhood education center should, the academy goes above and beyond normal practices to insure a germ-free environment. The operators understand that the health and safety of your child should be their number one priority.

The CDC has published guidance on steps that should be taken at school to protect students. Children under five years of age are considered most at risk from an outbreak of H1N1 so it is considered essential that once the vaccine is available anyone who works with young children become vaccinated. Ask at your child's school if there are plans to have all staff members receive their shots and check with your pediatrician to see if your child needs to be vaccinated as well.

The CDC also recommends that all preschools have an emergency plan in place in case there is an outbreak of swine flu in the building. The plan should include provisions to immediately notify all parents and that communication should advise parents that it is essential to keep students home if they begin to display flu like symptoms. The CDC reports that the "symptoms of 2009 H1N1 flu virus can include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills, and fatigue, and sometimes diarrhea and vomiting."

When you visit your preschool you should see posters around the building encouraging the children to practice good hygiene. Materials are available from the government and the NAEYP free of charge, which reinforce the importance of hand washing and covering the nose and mouth when sneezing. Despite the best efforts of any school it still may become necessary at some point to close to control any outbreak. The CDC says if too many children or staff members become ill the best course of action will be to shutdown for 5 to 7 days. - 29940

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Back To School Supplies Online

By Amy Andrews

Buying back to school supplies can be trickier than it sounds. Every August it's the same decision. Do you buy school supplies before the year starts, so your kids can show up on the first day prepared? Or do you wait until the teacher provides the list of necessary supplies?

Waiting for the teacher's list does have its advantages. It prevents you from spending money on back to school supplies that will never be used. It ensures that you will buy the supplies that your child really needs. On the other hand, buying back to school supplies before the school year begins has its advantages as well. For one thing, your child will be prepared to work on the very first day, which is always nice. For another, you won't be scrambling to buy school supplies at the last minute, along with countless other parents crowding the office supplies store with their own lists. Most of all, the best sales on back to school supplies are often long before back to school time. If you shop in early August, you can find some great deals on school supplies of all kinds.

So if you really want to save money, you probably shouldn't wait for the teacher's list of back to school supplies. Go ahead and use your judgment, and buy while the buying is good. In reality, it's not that hard to know what sorts of supplies your children will need for school. Obviously they will need pencils, and lots of them. Pencils have a habit of getting destroyed or lost. So buy in bulk. And don't forget a hand-held sharpener or two. Even if the classroom has an electric sharpener, it's a tremendous convenience to be able to sharpen at your desk. As long as your child has a sharp pencil at the ready, he or she will be fine. Other back to school supplies are really just extras.

Still, your child will want those extras. So buy some spiral or marble notebooks. You will definitely need some two-pocket folders - they are always useful. When purchasing back to school supplies, college-ruled loose leaf paper is an absolute must. If your child is in fifth grade or above, make sure to get some ballpoint pens as well.

The rest of those supplies you may be considering, or that your child may be asking for, are extra. Glue, file cards, highlighters, markers, crayons, glitter gel pens, silly erasers and locker magnets are not necessary back to school supplies. But they are fun to have around. And what's the worst that could happen? If you buy back to school supplies that your child doesn't use this year, then you simply won't have to buy them again next year. - 29940

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Giving An Infant A Lifetime Education

By Amy Andrews

If you consider intelligence to be the ability of one to learn, then babies are born geniuses. Babies have the potential to learn almost anything. It is therefore the role of the parents to determine how this learning process will take place. Believe it or not but baby learning begins before birth. Babies in the womb are able to use their sense of hearing since their hearing senses are already fully developed by the fifth month.

Therefore the best time to start teaching your child is when they are still in the womb. Young brains are like sponges, absorbing everything around them. Since a baby's brain builds itself through connections it forms in response to external stimuli, learning starts early in a child's life. This is the time the brain is able to learn fastest and effortlessly. This means that skills like math, music and reading can be mastered effortlessly if learning starts at a young enough age.

The most avid students in the world are babies. This is because baby learning is already hardwired in the brain. Furthermore, the baggage of school and being subjected to tests, quizzes and examinations is not there. Therefore learning for the baby is pure enjoyment. Experts say that reading to a child from infancy regularly makes it easier for the child to read later on. Listening to you also helps a baby to become familiar with the basic rules and flow of language.

Indeed babies and books are a great mix. Try to read to your child for a few minutes everyday. Have books around with big illustrations that their little eyes can see, touch and feel. Let the child run his or her hands over the textures. Do not be discouraged if the child decides to learn by putting the book in their mouths. That is still part of the baby learning process.

Another way to help your child learn is through scribbling, simple-shape sticking and finger painting. These simple projects help boost a child's motor skills. Let him or her stick circle, square and triangle stickers everywhere, even on himself. It is amazing how the baby learning processes take place. Remember also that children have an emotional IQ level that also needs to be developed. Toddlers already show signs of empathy by trying to comfort someone in distress by the time they are one year old. Let the child feel good while doing so by thanking him with a big "Wow, thanks for helping Mommy!" When babies are allowed to interact with their environment, the baby learning process is easy and effortless. - 29940

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Dispelling the Myths about Online Schools

By Claire Roberts

Despite the growing popularity of distance learning, many people still hesitate to enroll in an online school. Their knowledge may include misconceptions that keep them from taking online high schools and universities seriously. This is unfortunate, since distance learning has a lot of advantages for working people who wish to continue their education or people who are in situations that make attendance in traditional schools difficult.

Most people are concerned with the cost of an online education. Most online schools offer reasonable tuition fee rates. In the case of online high schools, there are state-sponsored charter schools that offer distance learning for free.

Expenses can be reduced further by getting credit for courses already taken in another school. With this, students do not need to pay for all courses in the curriculum, and can even help in getting a diploma in a shorter time.

Online schools do not give good quality education. Truth: Unless the school is a diploma mill, online schools with proper accreditation are obliged to have curriculums that are comparable, if not better, than those in traditional schools. A prospective student can ask for a trial class and get feedback from past and present students and faculty to get a feel of the distance learning environment.

Work done in online schools is easier and less challenging. Truth: The workload is the same as in traditional schools, but the added challenge for the student to be responsible for the schedule and pace of his learning. This is not as easy as most people think, since there are many things that could distract a student from his or her tasks.

Students are isolated and lacking in socialization. Truth: Socialization can happen outside the classroom. Distance learners connect with people in their neighborhood or community. Some course assignments require collaboration with other students like themselves.

Online schools are not respectable. Truth: Respectability is assured by proper accreditation. This is why would-be students are advised to stay away from institutions that are not accredited or still in the process of accreditation.

Credits or degrees earned in an online school cannot be transferred or will not be accepted by employers. Truth: Again, this is not an issue with properly accredited institutions, especially those associated with established colleges and universities offering online degree programs. - 29940

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Where To Find An Online High School Diploma

By Barry White

In this day and age attaining an education involves more options. Children and teens currently have the ability to be home schooled or even strive for an accredited online high school diploma. Naturally this is wonderful! Especially when you consider the fact that so many grammar, middle and high schools are overcrowded. At least now some parents can assist their children with acquiring a high school diploma from the comfort of their home. This may even be a wiser choice.

Why would you choose to help you child get an accredited online high school diploma? Well, first of all, you can raise the bar. There are standards that must be followed when you resort to home schooling. Parents that make the decision to educate their children at home also make the decision to follow the national guidelines set for education standards. These days you need a computer in your house and Internet access to home school kids. Getting an accredited online high school diploma is not just lounging around the house and learning when you feel like it.

If you check out websites such as nationalhighschool.com and continentalacademy.com, you can get the skinny on what all is needed for an accredited online high school diploma these days. Be prepared to attain certain text books, school supplies, and computer programs to assist you with educating your child or attaining an accredited online high school diploma yourself. If you are unsure why a computer with online access is necessary, it's time to get a better understanding. There are standardized tests that are taken online each year, and your child will be expected to participate. There is also other information that must be entered online when schooling a child at home to get his or her diploma.

Now, back to raising the bar with home schooling and online high school education. As a parent, you can teach your child more than a standard school teacher can. This is totally up to you. Think about the time you wish to put forth in regards to daily education. While a public or private school teach might have 20 to 30 kids, you simple have your child or few children. This means you can give them much more attention, and also teach them high level academics than a school chooses to. Move beyond what it standard and raise the bar.If you check out websites such as nationalhighschool.com and continentalacademy.com, you can get the skinny on what all is needed for an accredited online high school diploma these days. Be prepared to attain certain text books, school supplies, and computer programs to assist you with educating your child or attaining an accredited online high school diploma yourself. If you are unsure why a computer with online access is necessary, it's time to get a better understanding. There are standardized tests that are taken online each year, and your child will be expected to participate. There is also other information that must be entered online when schooling a child at home to get his or her diploma.

This way you child can attain an accredited online high school diploma, but actually be ahead of most teenagers his/her age. This essentially means a better chance at more universities after high school is over. On a side note, helping your child get an accredited high school diploma at home means devoting a certain portion of time every week. So be certain you can make this effort with your child before committing to online high school education from home. - 29940

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Most Advanced Learn To Read Phonics Program Makes Learning Fun!

By Sonja Schuyler

ClickN' READ Phonics is the world's most advanced Interactive learning to read program where children demonstrate learned skills. 100 fun interactive reading lessons that children love!

Your child will experience the joy of self achievement by using a learning to read program where answers are learned and not just given away by the program. Your child will enjoy the challenge of correctly responding to move forward within a lesson. The program patiently re-teaches until the correct response is learned.

Use the program at home, while visiting Grandparents or while traveling on vacation! It's all online and you can log in from any country in the world. All you need is a computer and an internet connection. No waiting for shipping and no software to install. No flash cards, video tapes, game pieces, CD's to keep track of or piles of worksheets.

Your child learns perfect English pronunciation because our learning to read program instructor speaks perfect English. A learning to read program that closely matches live expert reading tutor instruction.

Your child will learn the entire kindergarten to 3rd grade phonics curriculum based on the National Reading Panel research. The same research all school language arts curriculums are based on.

ClickN READ Phonics is the ONLY reading program that is guaranteed to teach your child to learn to read! Parents can use this beginning reading program with complete confidence that they are buying the best for those they love the most.

A wonderful program for children ages 4 and up and adults learning to read. The program is used used worldwide by schools and homes in over 100 countries. The only phonics product you will ever need to teach your child to read. It is also an excellent reading program for autism and dyslexia. - 29940

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Hooked On Phonics Is A Household Name For Kids Education

By Girish Jaju

Hooked on Phonics is a well known program for teaching kids, who find the system charming and use it confidently. This system of educating children is aimed for kids above the age of seven, who have used consonants and vowels earlier in their speeches. This is an educating material for learning of children through phonetics.

It helps a kid to overcome his or her reading problems. The learning is based on the relation between letter and sound. Due to its simple application and effective approach, it has been accepted in many media to serve as learning materials. The beneficiaries of this particular program are kids, who improve their learning skill considerably.

The success of the program has been fantastic, which defined the system by a well known phrase "Hooked on Phonics work for me" as words coming out of the lips of the baby in the TV ad. Its achievement was approved by the public as it won many honors including important national honors. This has earned the respect of the entire country and by more than 30 other countries involving learning system for kids.

In earlier period the marketing was done through television to hook or engage kids in education. The system obliges parents by offering a way for kids to learn to read using books, CDs, DVDs and other materials and have ultimately become a household name.

It is very difficult task to make the children focus on learning, which the system executes for parents by using programs with entertainment, which appeal to children in an interesting manner. Children enjoy the same and the learning is a completed easily. Guardians have alternatives to select from an extensive range of approaches to teach their children.

It is not simple for guardians to select one which fits their kids and budget. Guardians need effective programs that serve their kids through a simple approach engaging kids to learn online. Kids are able to learn through different mediums like verbal or visual lessons. The entertaining lessons fascinate the kids and they remain focused sitting inside the ease of their own house. Hooked on Phonics items are available at key retail outlets worldwide and online at their site. - 29940

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Beginning Tutoring.

By James Broder

One of the most important things you can do with a new tutor, on the first day of tutoring, is draft a tutoring agreement. This should outline what the tutor expects of the student and what the student expects of the tutor. It is important for the student to understand that a tutor isn't a magic fix, and it's important for the tutor to understand what the student should get out of the session.

The most important thing for the student to realize is that a tutor shouldn't be doing homework, or even working on homework, with the student. A tutor may certainly check homework, and answer questions about homework, but if a student doesn't first attempt to struggle with it, it will hamper learning. For example, many textbooks have answer keys, a math tutor should go over all the questions that a student gets wrong.

The agreement should outline what the tutor should bring to the table. Every student should expect the tutor to know when exams are coming, and what material is being worked on. This should come from constant contact with teachers and parents to get the job done.

There is definitely room for discussion when it comes to how much time a student should prepare for a session. I've found that an hour per hour of tutoring is sufficient. This hour should be above and beyond the time a student spends doing homework and studying for exams. This is meant to maximize the effectiveness of the session.

If a student is working with an English tutor or a writing tutor then he or she should spend much more time outside of sessions preparing. It could be up to 5 or 6 hours preparing writings and reading prose before a student is ready to work with the tutor. Remember that practice is always important, no matter the subject.

Finally, it is important to discuss what the student and teacher will work on when grades are up, and the student has a good understanding of all the material. Most of my students get to this point after around a month, and then extra material must be discussed. Tutors can still spend time well teaching something like Microsoft Excel in addition to any math tutoring, or extra reading/discussion in addition to English tutoring. Remember, the tutor is there to maximize learning, not just to improve grades.

Hopefully you now have the information necessary to begin working with a new tutor. With the proper agreement of how time should be spent, you'll no doubt have a good experience. If your tutor is not living up to the goals you set forth, then you should start seeking a new one immediately. - 29940

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The Virtual Option

By Layne Nyman

You may have heard of the advantages of enlisting your child in an online school. You may also have considered enrolling your child in this kind of education. Today there are millions of people enrolled in some kind of online school and this option may be right for you too.

There are actually different kinds of online and virtual high schools. The online public schools are publicly-funded and are cheaper to residential clients. The best kind of online school is that which is affiliated with a university. Because they offer higher quality courses due to the support they receive from established colleges.

An online school has a lot of advantages. It offers a lot of flexibility, especially to students whose schedules are erratic and inconsistent because of their work (i.e. actors, singers and athletes). The students are allowed to learn at their own pace so they can either take more time to absorb their lessons, or they can go on a faster pace so they can finish sooner.

Studying online allows these students flexibility. Parents of these students are also more involved with their child's progress, since they are also the 'teachers' of their children. This requires parents to take on a more active role in their child's education.

Studying in an online school requires a significant amount of discipline from both the student and the caretaker. The student must discipline himself to complete his work and attend class online, and the care taker must make sure that he does not fail to check on the student's advancement.

But an online school has its flaws too, and does not benefit everyone. Almost all of the students who are enrolled in an online school tend to miss out on the peer interaction provided at a traditional high school. For some students this can have a great impact on their learning. The students of a virtual high school are also not given the opportunity to participate in athletic teams or join in clubs.

Now, if you believe that a virtual high school is the best option regarding your child's education, take the time to study all the online schools available to you. You'll want to choose a properly accredit virtual high school so that you will not face any problem gaining credit for classes in the future.

Choose an online school in your area that is accredited. You can browse the state-by-state list of virtual high schools available that will allow you to save more of your money. Be sure to select the online school that will best meet your family's needs. - 29940

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The Benefits Of An Online School

By Adam Pollard

Do you want to give your kids the best quality of education? If so, then the online high school is something you might like.

The online school was created to provide students the support of a traditional, residential, school while enrolled in a technology-based home-school academic program. This dynamic educational experience combines the resources of a traditional academy with the proven elementary and secondary multimedia curriculum structure provided by an online high school.

Students all over the globe can avail of the online distance learning provided by the online high school. The student's work is transmitted via the World Wide Web to be graded and recorded. The only necessity is a working computer and internet connection!

Online schools provide a flexible, yet structured program, customized to meet the needs of each student. Online schools allow students the ability to attend classes, work on projects, and submit their work at any convenient time. Meaning the students may be logged into the classroom or working at the time that suits them and fits best into their schedule.

Clients are always backed up by the online high school. The students are provided a schedule that outlines what needs to be done and when it needs to be done, thus preparing the student ahead of time and giving him the opportunity to accomplish his work earlier. And because spoken material in the classroom often passes students by because of a number of distractions, absences, fatigue or boredom, all course material is available to the student anytime, enabling him to read and re read lectures, discussions, explanations and comments.

In an online high school environment, there is increased student interaction and the diversity of opinion, because everyone gets a say, not just the most talkative. Participating online is much less intimidating than "in the classroom." Anonymity provides students a level playing field undisturbed by bias caused by seating arrangement, gender, race and age. Students can also think longer about what they want to say and add their comments when ready. In a traditional class room, the conversation could have gone way past the point where the student wants to comment.

The online school stands out most especially because it recognizes that each student has a different method of learning (visual, interactive, etc) and the teaching is student centered. The student is taught in the way he learns best.

These are just some of the benefits of online schools. Many have subscribed to it, many have not. Now, it's up to you to decide. - 29940

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Phonics Is Important In Learning For Kids

By Girish Jaju

Hooked on Phonics is a method of learning for kids, which involves the enjoyment of play in it. This method has earned huge popularity throughout the country for good reasons. The game of learning is suitably balanced by a number of creative books to make a permanent feeling on the skill of children.

The acceptability of the method has been tremendous and the market grew profoundly. Children find the system more comfortable as against the traditional method of reading and learning, which they seem to do without any interest. Hooked on Phonic makes reading, the most interesting game for kids, who accept the style very easily and in turn earn the desired skill.

Kids improve upon the technique of letter and sound combination from level five. The system strengthens confidence in children and they become enthusiastic about the program. The meaning of the system is rightly described in the phrase "Hooked on Phonics". Phonics denotes the relationship between the letters and the sounds, as we speak.

Scientific studies have established a relation between the letters and sounds, which plays a crucial role in child learning. Through this wonderful process kids are able to recognize letter sounds and learn the skill of combining them to discover words and further reading. The initial step of learning is thus ensured and kids develop advanced skill to read and enjoy new words, sentences and books.

Arranging child education is a big duty for parents. It should look after the child psychology while education is conveyed to children. This is more important than the adult study programs. "Hooked on Phonics" recommends unique manner for children to learn the skill of reading in a most subtle manner, where the child does not take the course of learning as an additional pressure.

The child feels completely at ease with this style of learning procedure and that is why this is welcome and accepted by mainstream public. Both the infants below seven and school going children can take benefit of this system. The details are freely presented at the website of Hooked on Phonics and the package is very reasonably priced. - 29940

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How To Work And Study While Gaining A Distance Learning Education

By Mary Jackson

One of the main attractions of a distance learning education is the ability to continuing working, and earning a paycheck, while going to school. With the best of both worlds, students do not have to attend classes on campus. In addition, they have the flexibility to study at a personal pace and during the time best suited to their schedule. No wonder obtaining an online degree is enticing more people to further their education.

However, even learning online is not perfect. It requires a lot of discipline to stay on task and keep personal priorities straight. As a learner, you must be intrinsically motivated to succeed. Without the in-class interaction between peers and the professor, it is more difficult to keep focused on the ultimate goal.

So, how can a distance learner overcome the challenges of shuffling work, school, and family? Creating and sticking to a schedule is the only way to survive and succeed. The trick is to apportion a 24 hour day to include enough time for the family, work, and school responsibilities. Thus, it is very important to let the family in on the plan, and when you should not be disturbed. Again, do not give into the temptation to deviate from the plan.

Another important aspect of a distance learning education is to stay in touch with classmates and instructors through email, instant messenger, college discussion boards or Internet calling. Discuss projects and assignments with peers who can help you stay focused by holding you accountable, and providing motivation and encouragement whenever needed.

In addition to peer contact, rewarding personal education goals is an excellent way to stay motivated and succeed in obtaining a distance learning education. Write particular course milestones on a calendar, and then celebrate the achievement. For example, after turning in a major paper, do something nice for yourself. Then, cross out each accomplishment. With a sense of personal satisfaction, it will keep you motivated to face the next educational hurdle.

Finally, a quiet place to study, away from distractions, is paramount. The television, telephone, and family will be very distracting and take away from quality study. Set times to not be disturbed. If necessary, lock yourself in a quiet room with adequate space to spread out on a table or desk. Sit in a comfortable chair and add any necessary elements to ensure an environment conducive to productive study.

In short, successful completion of a distance learning education is totally dependent on good study habits and the determination of the individual to reach the pre-determined goal. Like any degree program, it takes old fashioned hard work, discipline, and the intrinsic motivation to succeed. - 29940

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How To Work and Study While Pursuing Distance Learning Education

By Mary Jackson

One of the main attractions of pursuing distance learning education is the ability to continuing working, and earning a paycheck, while going to school. With the best of both worlds, students do not have to attend classes on campus. In addition, they have the flexibility to study at a personal pace and during the time best suited to their schedule. No wonder obtaining an online degree is enticing more people to further their education.

However, amidst these benefits, distance learning requires a lot of discipline and motivation from students. When we are juggling between a job and studies, it is very easy to lose track of your priorities and fail to keep up to mark. Moreover, distance learning students do not have the advantage of getting their learning drive renewed whenever they interact with lecturers or peers in classes.

So, how can online students stay focused and overcome the challenges of learning from home? First, time management skills are essential. With only so many hours in the day, it is important to make time for work and family, and still have enough hours to adequately study the courses. Make a plan and stick to it. Let the family participate in your success. Let everyone know what your hours are dedicated to learning without interruption. Without a schedule, obtaining a distance learning education will be extremely difficult.

Staying motivated can be difficult for many who are earnestly striving for a distance learning education. Therefore, it is imperative to stay in contact with fellow students. With the availability of email, instant messages, class online message boards, and online chat, it is a great way to commiserate, encourage, and discuss assignments and projects. Staying in touch with other students taking the class helps in keeping each other active in class and accountable.

Also, do not forget to give yourself a pat on the back once in a while. Set up a calendar of specific goals. When the milestone is reached, reward yourself. Thus, it will be a source of encouragement and help in facing the inevitable hurdles presented by a distance learning education. In essence, it is nice to see and acknowledge personal progress.

Finally, make sure to have a quiet, undisturbed place to study. It is extremely easy to be distracted by the television, a ringing phone, or normal family activities in the household. If necessary, lock yourself in a quiet room equipped with a comfortable chair, a good desk or table, and ample space to create a productive learning environment.

Distance learning education is an excellent way to improve job skills while opening a door to new job opportunities. However, success depends on the individual. With hard work, determination and the discipline to stay on track and maintain good study habits, academic excellence is within sight, without relocating and sacrificing job and family. - 29940

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10 Tips To Help You Select An Online Distance Education College

By Mary Jackson

Check to ensure the college is accredited by a legitimate accrediting agency. Accreditation means the college and its programs meet certain set educational quality and standards. This also means courses and credits acquired can be easily transferred to another accredited institution, whether online or brick and mortar college. You will stand a better chance of securing employment or promotion at work if you have an accredited degree.

Degree mills and fake colleges - today the internet is flooded with fraud and fake accrediting institutions that give "accreditation" to any willing organization at a fee. Be safe and stay on the look-out for such institutions when you're choosing your online distance education college. There are always "tell-tale" signs of institutions that are not legitimately accredited. If in doubt, check with the United Stated Department of Education or CHEA to find out if the college you are interested in is accredited.

To ensure that the degree program your are considering is aligned with your long-term educational goals, especially if you think you'll need to advance your degree (for example from bachelors to MBA), it'll benefit you to check if the online distance education institution you'd want to attend for your MBA accepts transfer credits from another online institution.

Class size is as important in online education as it is in a traditional college classroom. Do your research on the average class sizes at the online distance education institution you are considering. Small classes make it easier to interact and voice your opinion.

Find out if the faculty hold any credentials and if they are qualified to teach the program you want to enroll in. If you can dig further to find out what degrees they hold and if they are experienced in teaching online students, this will save you the distress of finding out later that your instructor is a fellow un-qualified student with no education skills.

Find out if it easy to contact your instructor or administration should you have questions or need help. The level of support offered to students varies considerably from college to college. Choose one in line with your needs and expectations.

One of the great things about online distance education programs is that you can begin almost anytime. Thus you shouldn't let anyone rush you into starting your program until you feel ready to put the time and effort it will require for you to succeed.

Check out if your program will be offered entirely online or if it will require residency at some point in the course. Some online courses have site projects and require residency so let this not come as a surprise to you.

Check if the institution you're interested in offers any form of financial aid assistance. You may be pleasantly surprised to find out that financial aid, loans and the scholarships available to you. In addition, many colleges and universities offer tuition installment plans which help make college more affordable. Ask before you enroll whether such programs exist.

Don't settle for less than quality programs and education when selecting your online distance education program. Unlike there before, when online degree options were severely limited, it is now possible for those willing to spend some time gathering information to find almost exactly the degree program that meets their needs. - 29940

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Hooked On Phonics - Learning With Entertainment For Kids

By Girish Jaju

Children find it enormously delightful and easy to understand, the hooked on phonics system of learning. That is why this scheme of child education is getting pace over the years. It is more of a confidence building practice over and above the teaching method for children. The children over seven are the most primed candidates to benefit from this method of training due to the fact that they can recognize between the phonetics of vowels and consonants.

Since the phonetics is used in this method of education for the kids to learn, it is necessary to understand the phonetically divergent vowels and consonants. The effect of this wonderful arrangement is found in the learning process where reading is concerned. Challenging reading is therefore solved with this system of teaching. The means of working is letter and sound, which are effectively pooled to get the approval of kids.

Kids find this system very friendly and gain immensely to make improvements in the reading abilities of children. The hooked on phonics system of learning for kids take the help of several kinds of materials including CDs and DVDs to recognize the model sounds and corresponding letters .

They have been found to offer exceptional improvements in the reading skill of kids who had not been able to read properly. This system makes catchy outfits to incorporate in the learning programs with a touch of entertainment for kids, which they adore and appreciate.

Results with kids are extraordinary and a kid who has experienced a lesson of this hooked on phonic system of learning will never want to miss the amusement and fun. There are various plans for every kind of children which parents should pick for their kids.

Tremendous approvals and advantages have been recorded in the reading abilities of children using the novel system of learning with hooked on phonics. Several commercials in the televisions relating this kind of learning techniques have been approved by visitors throughout the nation. This has reached many kids around the world to benefit children who have difficulty in reading. This program has been a blessing in the form of entertainment for the kids with trouble in reading. - 29940

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