A Method For Learning Balancing Chemistry Equations

A Method For Learning Balancing Chemistry EquationsHere is a method for learning to balance chemistry equations that you can do at home, without a teacher's help. What is a balance, and how do you use it? Let's find out.The word 'balance' may sound scientific or complicated, but it is actually just another way of saying chemical concentration. As far as chemistry is concerned, a chemical is at equilibrium with all the other chemicals in the same category. For example, ammonia is at equilibrium with water. When a chemical is in equilibrium with its other molecules, it behaves like a single entity, rather than several molecules.Different combinations of atoms and molecular structures create many different compounds, and each compound has several properties. Chemists study molecules to discover new compounds with better properties. When researchers figure out how to make a compound with some of its properties better, they write it down as a formula. These formulas are called equations a nd every fourteenth day, the period when the science of chemistry is complete, they are published in a journal of chemistry.The next time you are in a chemistry class, see if you can figure out an equation to solve for one or more chemicals. As you solve one equation, you will be able to solve for the other equations, and vice versa. There is no limit to the number of times you can do this, unless you have a teacher's help. But we can also show you how to do it yourself using the equation worksheet.In order to understand how to balance chemistry equations you must have a working knowledge of the laws of nature. To do this, you can download some free science books on nature's laws and a thermometer.For each of the factors you will need, you will need a series of chemical reactions. With one equation, you will have to calculate how fast the chemical reactions occur, and at what temperature the reactions take place. You will also need a thermometer and a lot of paper. Make sure you kee p the thermometer and paper with you so you can do the calculations.For a Chemistry Equation worksheet, you will need to follow the instructions from your book on the number of columns and rows, and make sure you have everything in the right order. Remember that every fourteenth day, a journal of chemistry publishes the equations.

5 Best Bass Guitar Brands on a Budget

5 Best Bass Guitar Brands on a Budget Suzy S. In the market for a bass guitar? Here, Orange, CA teacher Miller W.  explores the  best bass guitar brands to consider if youre on a budget This list of the best bass guitar brands will give you a good frame of reference for finding a quality instrument while on a budget. While not always the cheapest options available, these basses are built to a reliably high standard for the price and can always be found for at least under $1000, if not much less. 1) Squier by Fender (Range: $279.99-$379.99) Squier has really upped the ante on their bass offerings in the last five years or so. The Vintage Modified (VM) and Classic Vibe (CV) series are very well-built instruments and sound great for the price. Most models come equipped with Duncan Designed Pickups. The Affinity series is cheaper but of noticeably lower quality. The VM and CV Series offer all the classic tones in the Jazz and Precisions basses (in four- and five-string models), as well as less common sounds from the Fretless Jazz bass, the Telecaster bass, and the newly revived Bass VI. Recommendation: Vintage Modified Jazz Bass 2) MTD Kingston (Range: $499-$819) The Kingston Brand is the mass-produced branch of MTD USA, a high-end bass custom shop run by Michael Tobias. Kingston basses are designed to be as close to the handmade standard at the best price point. The three models that make up the Kingston line are the CRB (with one P-type pickup, starts at $499), the Saratoga (with two J-type pickups, starts at $529), and the Artist (with one MM-type pickup, $689). The pickups and build quality are astonishingly high quality for the price, and the asymmetrical neck construction allows for incredibly fast shifting up and down the neck. The Artist is the only active model, and it includes a very versatile three-band EQ. Recommendation: MTD Kingston Saratoga 3) GL Tribute (Range: $449-$749) GL was the last company Leo Fender started before his death, consequently the models offered by GL and their more budget-friendly brand Tribute are the natural evolution of the Fender Models. The Tribute Line has more individual models, all of which are very well built and contain almost any combination of J pickups, P pickups, and Humbuckers. The L2000 ($699), arguably their flagship model, is one of the most versatile instruments available, as its two Humbucker pickups are augmented by a three-way pickup selector, a series/parallel switch, and a switchable three-mode preamp which controls volume, bass, and treble. Recommendation: GL Tribute L2000 or L2500 4) Spector Legend (Range: $499-$849) The Spector Legend Series offers slightly less in the way of variety, but that is made up for in the quality of construction. The Legend Series contains the Standard line, which comes in four- and five-string versions, as well as the Classic Line, which is available with four, five, or six strings. All of these basses are equipped with two SSD Humbuckers, with the exception of the Standard Four String model, which has an EMG P/J pickup set. Spector is also known for its beautiful paintjobs and exotic wood tops, both of which are options when purchasing a Legend. These basses are incredibly durable. Dan Briggs, of Between the Buried and Me fame, played the same Spector Legend Five String he bought when he was 16 until just a few years ago, which is a true testament to the longevity of these basses. Recommendation: Spector Legend Classic 5. 5) Ibanez (Range: aprox. $300-$900) This is where things get a little tricky. Ibanez makes a huge range of basses, from the lowest of the low to highest of the high, more or less. The trick is finding that range in the middle that is high quality but doesn’t break the bank. I’ve found the best bang for your buck range is minimum $300 anything below that is pretty shoddy workmanship and somewhere around $900 at the top. The Soundgear series is always a safe bet; they are pretty much all equipped with two Humbuckers and a 3-Band onboard EQ, which gives them a serious leg up in versatility, although not to the same extent as the GL Tribute L2000. Ibanez also offers the Artcore series, which consists of shortscale hollowbody basses with a very classic vibe. Artcore basses are some of the only Passive Ibanez basses and generally come with two more subtly voiced pickups, while their Active counterparts generally lend themselves to a more Hi-Fi tone that cuts through the mix. Recommendation: Ibanez AGB200 (Artcore) or SR505 (Soundgear) These are some of the best bass guitar brands out there, all with prices that wont completely break the bank. Good luck finding the bass for you! Miller W. teaches acoustic guitar, bass guitar, music theory and upright bass in Orange, CA. He received his Bachelor of Arts in Music at Santa Barbara and has been teaching students since 2008. Learn more about Miller W. 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

What is it Like to Attend the University of Central Florida

What is it Like to Attend the University of Central Florida The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach theyre sharing their college experiences as well. Jennifer received her bachelors degree in psychology from the University of Central Florida. She is currently a tutor in Orlando specializing in psychology, statistics, math, and several other subjects. See what she had to say about her experience at the University of Central Florida: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. Jennifer:The University of Central Florida, being one of the largest colleges in the country, offers many opportunities for students to get around the area easily. Not only does the university provide shuttles to campus from nearby apartment complexes (both school-affiliated and non-affiliated), it also provides a shuttle that simply transports students to different locations on campus, making it almost impossible to miss class due to transportation issues. Additionally, the school provides students who live on campus with a bus that goes to a local shopping center on Friday and Saturday nights for staple items that may not be available at the campus convenience stores. If those times dont work for you, though, you also have the option of renting a car from on-campus Zipcar locations for a low hourly rate. As far as the area is concerned, the University of Central Florida works to make students feel safe both on and around campus. While the University of Central Florida is located in Orlando, the campus is situated far enough from the urban areas to make it feel like a college town. The police station on campus works with Orange County to patrol surrounding neighborhoods and provide alerts of any suspicious activity on or near campus. If shuttle busses arent your style, you should feel plenty comfortable joining the large number of students who prefer biking or long-boarding around the area. How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Jennifer:Due to the large student body, the University of Central Florida provides academic advisors at every turn. Freshmen on campus are paired with an advisor who works specifically with first year students; students are required to meet with their first year advisor in both semesters. Sophomore year, students have the opportunity to meet with second year advisors, as well as an advisor in their academic college. After this point, students have advising resources within their academic college, as well as in their specific major. Professors and TAs (teaching assistants) are also available for guidance in regards to academic and career pursuits. They make themselves available during office hours at least one day a week, but often offer additional times for meetings by appointment. The availability of the professors may vary, but there are minimum office hour requirements that are enforced. That being said, I have had professors who have given out their cell phone numbers to students for quick inquiries, and I have never known a professor at the University of Central Florida to respond to an email outside of a 48-hour window. My experience has been wonderful in regards to the availability of assistance that the university provided in answering any questions I may have had throughout my undergraduate experience. How would you describe the dorm life? Jennifer:The University of Central Florida is a huge proponent of student involvement. As a freshman and sophomore I lived on campus and rarely had an opportunity to feel bored. RAs put together social events at least once a month for the floor or housing community, and the Campus Activity Board on campus works to host at least a few on-campus events every week throughout the entire semester. Campus housing at the University of Central Florida is very diverse, ranging from dorm style housing with two people to a room and a bathroom shared by four, to apartment style four bedroom/two bath units with a full kitchen and living room. These dorms are located throughout campus, all fully furnished, and all conveniently situated near dining and recreational areas. Which majors/programs are best represented and supported? Jennifer:I studied psychology, which is the most popular major at the school, as well as earning a minor in education. I chose this for the purpose of continuing a career in Educational Theory and Research, a path that I decided upon in my third year in the psychology program. I feel that the university did a wonderful job in supporting my field of study, as it encompasses the largest number of students. Advisors were available specifically for psychology majors and had offices located in a classroom building specifically for psychology courses and research. The university employs many prominent and highly qualified doctors of psychology who work to provide connections within the field via research opportunities and conferences hosted on and off campus. How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Jennifer:Meeting friends as a freshman is made easier by the hundreds of Registered Student Organizations (RSOs), both social and academic. The Campus Activity Board also organizes a week-long chain of events during the first week of classes that are specifically geared toward freshmen. These events include pool parties, movie nights, comedy shows, and more. At any university, the absolute best way to meet friends is to take part in organizations that best interest you, because there you will find individuals with similar interests. There are many opportunities to find social connection in Greek life at the University of Central Florida, however as someone who did not participate in Greek activities, I did not notice that it had any significant impact on the campus social life as a whole. How helpful is the Career Centerand other student support services? Jennifer:A notable benefit of attending school in Orlando, or a city like it, is the fact that many large companies looking for entry-level recruits are located in your backyard. The University of Central Florida holds numerous career and internship fairs, oftentimes focusing on specific fields. In these instances, large name companies such as Lockheed Martin, Siemens, Disney, Rosen, etc. come directly to you offering invaluable work experience. How are the various study areas such aslibraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Jennifer:The main campus of the University of Central Florida has many study areas, one of which will be suitable to your needs. There are lounges located on multiple stories of the Student Union, near which you have access to free printing, free scantron sheets, and a food court-style array of cuisine. There are also lounges located in every classroom building, perfect for catching up on reading or meeting study groups between classes. The library is conveniently located at the center of campus and has a policy that dictates a quieter atmosphere on every increasing floor (making the top floor of the building almost silent). There are also two study lounges that are open 24/7 and are both located a few paces away from the two dining halls. Study lounges are also located on every floor of student housing. Describe the surrounding town. Jennifer:Going to college in a premiere vacation destination does more than just lower the gas prices. The University of Central Florida offers student discounts to all of the surrounding attractions such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Wet n Wild, SeaWorld, and the Kennedy Space Center. Campus is also situated about 30 minutes west of Cocoa Beach, where many students spend holiday weekends. There are also many cultural events that are held in downtown Orlando or neighboring towns like Winter Park, such as street art festivals, parades, food and wine festivals, and more. In my first few years at the University of Central Florida, I spent most of my time participating in campus events, which remain some of my best college experiences. After moving off campus, however, I started exploring the area to find that there is always something to do nearby. Additionally, it has become well worth the investment to obtain an annual pass to a nearby theme park, as it is an easy way to spend a day without having to spend much money. How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Jennifer:Class sizes at the University of Central Florida truly depend on your major. I will say that as a freshman, in taking general education courses you will find yourself in a lecture hall with 200 other students, which can be daunting. Understanding how to use resources, such as professors office hours and TA review sessions, helps to overcome the disadvantages of lecture classes. While I tended to enjoy my smaller classes more, the large class sizes did not keep me from earning a 4.0 in both semesters my freshman year. Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Jennifer:Many college classes are built around the textbook assigned to that class, where the lectures build from the text. That being said, my favorite class at the University of Central Florida was one where there was no assigned textbook. It was a cognitive psychology class that sat about 40-50 students, and my professor would simply lecture and stimulate discussions on a given topic. She would assign reading materials that were often research articles that related to the topic we had discussed in class, but there was no textbook to refer to. Despite the fact that it was one of the very few classes I fell short of an A in, I came out of it having learned more than in any other class at the University of Central Florida. Check out Jennifers tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.

FAQs About Life Coaching

FAQs About Life Coaching What is a Life Coach? ChaptersFAQs About Life CoachingWhat Happens During a Life Coaching Session?Different Types of CoachingIs Life Coaching Different from Counselling?What Goals Can a Life Coach Help With?How Many Sessions Will I Need?Are Life Coaches Qualified?Finding a Life CoachA life coach is someone who aims to help and empower others to make, meet and exceed personal and professional goals. This can include achieving promotion in the workplace, becoming happy and fulfilled in your relationships, or exploring your potential and achieving other ambitions.Using techniques based on psychological principles and their own intuition, life coaches provide their clients with the tools to face difficult situations and push past any emotional barriers that might be stopping them from achieving their goals.A life coach will never try to tell you what to do. Life coaching is about objectivity and empowerment; they can’t do something for you but they can help you do it for yourself.Life Coaching can help you transform your life source: Pixabay - LazareWhat Happens During a Life Coaching Session?Life coaching sessions typically last between 45 minutes and 60 minutes (depending on the coach you choose). Sessions are conducted over the phone, face to face, over email, via Skype or even through instant messaging.During the session, your life coach will ask you several questions, such as what you want to get out of life, what areas you want to change and where you see yourself ending up. Although a life coach will work with you, it is ultimately up to you to reflect upon certain ideas or to challenge your own perspective to help you move forward to achieve your goals. You will never be forced to make any decisions you don't feel comfortable with and all sessions will be confidential, allowing you to explore your thoughts and feelings privately.Life coaching is a partnership between you and your life coach, who will encourage you to explore how to make positive changes in your life. A life co ach will also offer support and feedback to help you to stay focused on your goals and keep you moving forward.Different Types of CoachingThere are many different coaching techniques used by coaches to address different situations, whether it be a relationship goal, personal goal or business goal.Business CoachingLife coaches can cover all manner of subjects, but some specialise in specific areas. Business coaches, for example, have expertise in the business world and therefore choose to coach people looking to achieve different goals in business. This could include entrepreneurs, company owners, managers or even employees. AntonellaLife coaching Teacher 5.00 (1) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors IsamLife coaching Teacher 5.00 (3) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AndriyLife coaching Teacher £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Dr. UzomaLife coaching Teacher 5.00 (4) £15/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MicheleLife coaching Teacher 4.73 (7) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PimmiLife coaching Teacher 5.00 (10) £50/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors OliverLife coaching Teacher 4.33 (4) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JennaLife coaching Teacher 4.80 (5) £85/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsIs Life Coaching Different from Counselling?One difference between counselling and life coaching is that counselling can investigate the underlying causes of mental health problems, and often focusses on what has happened in your past to help you understand your current issues.Life coaching focuses more on the future to encourage personal-development and self-improvement to help you achieve whatever goals you are aiming for.Life coaches are not medical professionals and so are not qualified to diagnose or treat any health-related problems.Coaching can help you with your business goals (Image Source: CC0 1.0, rawpixel, Pixabay)What Goals Can a Life Coach Help With?Life coaches help their clients in all aspects of life. Your goals don’t have to be monetary or business related, they can be as personal as you like. If you've ever struggled with something - learning a language, moving out of your comfort zone, or even sticking to a diet, then talking to a life coach could help you.A life coach will approach things pragmatically. Through questions and exercises, they will try to get a good idea of how you see the world. From this, they will be able to identify the most effective route to your goal.You might feel intimidated by the idea of change and so need to take things slower. In this case a life coach might divide goals into smaller bite-sized pieces. Other people might be impatient to make changes, so their coach might introduce stronger incentives to help them reach their goals.No matter your approach to life, your life coach will tailor sessions to fit you. Life coaches can help you with the following and more:-                   Love life â€" From having the co nfidence to approach someone, to commitment, to divorce, a life coach can help you understand your live life and help you start improving it.-                   Business life - Starting and running a business is hard work. Sometimes we get so absorbed in hard work we neglect ourselves. Life coaches can help with confidence, leadership, decision-making and work/life balance.-                   Personal life - There's so much to see and do in the world, but often a lack of confidence, time and will-power can mean we don’t make the most of it. Life coaches can use their skills to motivate clients to do all the things they want to doHow Many Sessions Will I Need?You can have as many or as few sessions as you like. Because many life coaches operate over the phone or via the Internet, the sessions can easily fit around your schedule and can fit into your budget!Some people hire a life coach once every few months when they have a tough decision to make or they feel like they need a helpi ng hand. Others will have a session once a week to keep them on track long-term with their goals.Ultimately it is entirely up to you to decide when and for how long you want to see a life coach.Are Life Coaches Qualified?In the UK, life coaching is an unregulated profession, which essentially means anyone can call themselves a life coach. Because of this, it is essential to do your research.Search online directories to find coaches that have memberships with a professional body and have the appropriate insurance cover and qualifications.Having said this, qualifications and memberships don’t mean much if you don't get on with your life coach. Rapport is one of the most important factors of life coaching. If you don’t feel comfortable with your coach, it is unlikely you’ll gain much from the session. It’s a good idea to get in touch with a coach before you book a session. This way you can get a feel of what the coach is like before you commit your time and money. Don’t feel obliged to continue if you don't want to â€" this is not a sales pitch, you are choosing someone to help your personal goals so make sure you find someone you’re comfortable with.Finding a Life CoachThere are many resources online where you can find the right coach for you. You can search for specialist business coaches, relationship, spirituality or even creative coaches (if you need some help finding creativity in your life!).Sites like Superprof are full of resources to find a coach. Simply type in your postcode or town and hit the search button to find a coach near you. Here you’ll find different profiles which describe who they are and what they do. Chat with them on the phone before you make a decision, check their references and be picky.Life coaching is all about you so whoever you choose if your decision!Even if you’re not dealing with a crisis in your life right now, life coaching is something we can all benefit from. It can help all of us find different perspectives on life and anything that can enrich our lives and help us lead a happier one sounds pretty good to me!

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Get Homework Help- Online Experts Provide 24/7 Online Tutoring 0SHARESShare Educated tutors offer live online tutoring sessions using the whiteboard technology. The technology is easy to use and affordable too. Math has often been called the queen of the sciences. If you want to work on a math problem and look for an expert to teach you some fundamental concepts; Tutor Pace is an online tutoring website that provides online math experts for all your doubts. Our problem solvers are experts in all areas of math. If you get stuck with math answers anytime, you can simply log in into our session and avail guidance from an expert. It’s a 24/7 service that may be attained anytime from anywhere. There are many websites offering online sessions for those who need extra guidance for mathematics.  The sites allow sharing of whiteboard, live chat session, viewing videos right at home on your computer. The sessions may be recorded for future use. We provide highly experienced tutors who are experts in Mathematics. We facilitate students to chat with an online tutor and get live math homework help, English, science and other subjects! Online tutoring enables the tutor and the student to discuss doubts and find out answers in real-time. This service works best for students who need effective tutoring for specific subjects. Get instant help in math, science, or English from a live tutor. [starbox id=admin]

SAT Review Series Reading Comprehension

SAT Review Series Reading Comprehension ACT SAT Prep and College Admissions Blog In the first post of our SAT review video series, we approach working through a standard reading comprehension question. The SAT reading comprehension section can often be a time crunch for many students. This video demonstrates a systematic approach to quickly reading and analyzing a passage in order to answer questions. Key takeaways from this video: Always read the introduction blurb as it gives background information. Look for asterisks, footnotes, and details hidden within the passage. Briefly summarize what you’ve read after each naturally occurring section. This can assist you in answering the questions about the details of the passage quickly. Skim the descriptions, these are less important than main ideas or action statements. Look for reasons to eliminate answers and always read all the choices. For questions asking about the meaning of the word, first try to identify the meaning of the word within the passage before reading the answer choices. About the Author Jordan Salley is a senior ACT and SAT tutor for MyGuru. For more information on ACT and SAT prep, our unique approach, and our tutors, visit us here for ACT prep or here for SAT prep. This video was produced by MyGuru'sDirector of Online Instructionand expert online SAT tutor Stefan Maisnier. Visit ourYouTube channelfor more SAT videos.

Brain Rules Part 2 6 More Ways to Improve Brain Function

Brain Rules Part 2 6 More Ways to Improve Brain Function Improving Academic Performance In this second installment of Brain Rules, I’ll introduce 6 additionalbrain rules to leverage in understanding the ways we think, learn and retain new information. Hopefully, you can incorporate some of these into your routine to help you study more efficiently and effectively. ATTENTION Despite the proliferation of technology in our lives; tools and resources, to help us multi-task for school and work, the human brain can only focus on one thing at a time. Therefore, it’s imperative to find a nice quiet place to study and focus on the task at hand. Sure, you can listen to some music on your earbuds if that helps you tune out the world around you, but you should not be simultaneously texting your friends or surfing-the-web. When we are learning new information in a course lecture or a presentation, most audiences check out after 10 minutes. Therefore, the speaker must know how to engage their audience through anecdotes and a colorful delivery. We can put these tools to use when studying as well. If we simply read our textbook for hours in preparation for an exam, it probably won't hold our attention either. After reading a chapter in your book, take a quick break to watch a video corresponding to the subject matter. You can find these tools via great sites like Khan Academy or Crash Course videos cover material from complex mathematics to chemistry and even US History. This way, you are more likely to pay attention and retain the material. SENSORY INTEGRATION The reason that we are more likely to retain information that keeps our attention is that it usually stimulates more than one of our senses. Therefore, when we enhance our study sessions beyond reading and taking notes, we are practicing sensory integration by stimulating more of our senses at once. Humans' senses evolved overtime to work together. For instance, our vision influences our hearing, so when we see something and hear it these two senses work in tandem to better cement a memory. How can you incorporate sensory integration into your study skills? Try to infuse your learning process with as many senses as possible. Read something, write it, recite it aloud, draw a diagram of it â€" this way you are incorporating; sight, touch, sound, and vision increasing your chances of retaining the information. SLEEP Just because your body is asleep does not mean your brain is. Neurons fire in our brain all night long while we sleep, perhaps replaying what we’ve learned that day. We need sleep to learn. A lack of sleep impedes our attention, memory, quantitative skills, logical reasoning and manual dexterity. These are all skills we utilize when studying, learning, retaining and recalling information. What is the point of putting in many hours of studying only to be unable to retain and recall the information due to a lack of sleep? Don’t pull all-nighters. Whether studying for finals or a major college or professional school admissions exam, the night before the test you should be focusing on de-stressing, eating a healthy dinner and going to sleep at a reasonable hour. If you have given yourself adequate time to prepare for this crucial exam, you should not feel hard pressed to do last minute studying. EXERCISE Exercise boosts brain power by increasing oxygen flow to the brain, raising our mental sharpness and cognition. In recent years, colleagues have began going for “walking meetings,” instead of being cooped up in an office or conference room, co-workers will step outside to walk and talk. Aside from getting some fresh air or a change of scenery, this type of meeting also promotes getting moving, rather than remaining sedentary at a desk. In addition to this, the exercise during your walk gets your blood pumping and ultimately your brain firing. You can even put this into practice when studying. When you hit a wall and your mind starts to wander, go for a brief walk, this will increase blood flow to your brain and help you to reset. You could also walk with a classmate and quiz each other over the material along the way. EXPLORATION We learn through exploration, and not by passively taking in information. Just as the steps in the scientific method, we learn by observation, hypothesis, experiment and conclusion. When learning new information of any subject matter, not just science, it pays to put these same steps to use. Observe the material, whether from a class lecture or reading your textbook, hypothesize regarding the larger implications of this new material, what is its place in the larger narrative or subject matter? What conclusions can you draw from the new information? Remember to remain flexible and not rigid when learning, our brains are malleable into adulthood so we can continue to learn and take in new information. If you are rigid and regimented in the ways you learn and have reached a plateau in your studying, try infusing your learning with a new method, approach problems from a different perspective and you may be more successful. WIRING Every brain is wired differently, no two humans have the same brain, not even twins. The way our school system is set up is counter-intuitive to this fact as we are all graded on the same scale and held to the same standards, despite learning and understanding information in totally different ways. How does understanding this impact your everyday learning? First off, stop comparing yourself to your peers. If we all are wired differently, then it is unfair to compare our ability to learn, comprehend or perform to other classmates. This is not to say that you should be totally oblivious to the performance of those around you, because ultimately a certain amount of competition can be healthy. But overall, it would serve you better to tap into the ways you learn, and whichtactics are most affective for you to learn and retain new information. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Understanding how ourbrains are wired and the ways they operate is an invaluable tool in using our mental acumen to the fullest potential. Pinpointing the tactics we respond to when absorbing information and surefire ways to retain that information can be priceless in our pursuit of learning.