Reference & Education

Native American tipi history

By Joseph Pannell · 15 years ago

The word ‘tipi’ comes from the Lakota language and is made up of two elements: thi, which means ‘to dwell in’ and pi, which means ‘they dwell’. Tipis were used by most (but not all) ...

Critical Reading SAT: Reading Passages

By Shashank Shalabh · 15 years ago

Take a newspaper and try reading a passage from the editorial section. Better, get some work of literature from your library, and try reading it. Do these bore you? If yes, then the SAT Critical ...

Understanding your Majors

By David M. · 15 years ago

One of the biggest mistakes any student makes is going to college without having a clear idea of what they want to do. A lot of students just "drift" into a college major either because ...

Benefits of Learning Various Languages

By Sanjeev Pandey · 15 years ago

What is the benefit of learning a foreign language? What is the need to learn a language which belongs to any other country and which is not spoken by the people around us? Well, in ...

This article discusses ways to tackle the pressures of GMAT. GMAT or Graduate Management Admission Test is a test designed to gauge the verbal, mathematical and analytical writing abilities of an individual. There are many ...

Copy Writing - The Art of Tactful Persuasion

By Tj Philpott · 15 years ago

Successful copy writing is based upon the authors ability subtly persuade the reader into taking a desired action. The challenge is to do this all with 'written' words and no physical contact whatsoever. Learning how ...

College Board’s SAT Overview

By Shashank Shalabh · 15 years ago

The SAT test has become synonymous with college admissions in the United States. SAT test preparation, therefore, has become necessary for doing well on the SAT. The SAT exam is a standardized test that tests ...

10 Reasons Why Every Speaker Must Write a Book

By Brian Mast · 15 years ago

If you are teaching, speaking, coaching, consulting, or training, then you absolutely must write a book. #1—You are instantly the expert. As soon as your book comes off the press, you will immediately be seen ...

Step by Step Guide to Obtaining a GED by Mail

By Jason Sol · 15 years ago

GED by Mail There are many ways to receive your general education diploma, also known as a GED. In this article I will talk about how to receive your GED by mail. Steps: Step 1: ...

Distance Learning – Earning a Degree at Home

By Tami U. · 15 years ago

In the mid-19th century America, educators used the postal system to impart knowledge to people who could not attend traditional schools for a variety of reasons. This was the beginning of distance education and it ...

Woman's day

By Sizzle Shown · 15 years ago

"A symbol of modesty and mercy Healing for the whole of humanity Gentle her touch, so her words Bless the women for her powers Women, the truth and the love Showers on children and her ...

Careers with Respiratory Therapy Degree

By Michael B. · 15 years ago

Are you consumed by a passion to help people? Do you thrive for working under pressure? Do emergency situations bring out the best in you? Do you get an adrenalin rush every time you think ...

Which is the best way to Learn English as a Second Language?

By Malcolm Nguyen · 15 years ago

There are many different reasons for people to learn English as a second language, including business advancements and personal communication. Regardless of the reason, it is important to know and understand your learning option. Having ...

Why Learn English as a Second Language

By Malcolm Nguyen · 15 years ago

Learning a new language is often begun at a young age and, in some schools, is continued throughout a person's education. While it may be easier to learn and retain a second language at a ...

Learning English as a Second Language

By Malcolm Nguyen · 15 years ago

Anyone who is thinking of moving to an English speaking country will clearly be anxious to learn the language, so they can integrate themselves easily. Learning English as a second language opens many doors for ...

Hot Words for the SAT

By Sherry-Leigh Rowell · 15 years ago

When I was studying language in college, I started collecting materials to put together a very short SAT Verbal Prep class to help some students at a local high school prepare. To say that I ...

Spanish Online Lessons | Learn Spanish Speaking

By Marcos Soriano · 15 years ago

Is there such a thing as an innate aptitude for learning a language such as Spanish? Although some people seem to be able to learn a language faster or with more ease than others, there ...

Becoming a Certified Medical Assistant

By Jeremy Smith · 15 years ago

Choosing a career as a medical assistant can be very rewarding, both in terms of career stability and job satisfaction. At the top level of this field is the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). A CMA ...

What's the Difference Between HD and Satellite Radio?

By Iadt Tampa · 15 years ago

Tired of the same five old fuzzy radio stations on the way to work every day? The good news is that you now have two alternatives: HD (high definition) and satellite radio. The bad news ...

Essay Writing UK- How to Structure your Essay for Success

By John Webb · 15 years ago

Here are the most common reasons that we hear from students of why they received poor marks or have failed their essay:- 1. Spelling Mistakes Spelling is something that students tend to overlook in their ...