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Capybara – The Largest Rodent in the World

Most people associate rodents with animals that are typically regarded as vermin. While it is true that small mammals such as rats and mice are representatives of the rodent family, other, more appealing furry creatures are also members of this group. One such animal is the Capybara, the South American mammal with the distinction of being the largest rodent species in the world. At first glance, the large size and shape of the Capybara often gives observers the impression that they are dealing with some kind of big, hairy pig. A closer …

Basic Educational Theories for the Classroom Instructor

As a classroom instructor, are you familiar with the basic adult learning theories? It is understood by most educators that the process of adult education involves more than providing students with a textbook and developing learning activities. Adult learning is influenced by classroom conditions created by the instructor and the characteristics of the students, which includes their specific needs, expectations, societal roles, and responsibilities. The process of learning involves an acquisition of transferable knowledge and the development of academic skills, which is also the primary goal of most adult education programs. There are …

Get a Cert III in Business

In Australia, a Cert III in business is a qualification that can advance your placement in the work place. In an ever growing and competitive business field today, you almost have to keep continuing the learning experience and advancing your skill sets so that you can stay on top of the game and use your knowledge to make you more money. Here is a bit more about the Certificate III and what it can do for you.

Someone who earns a Certificate III will be better prepared to provide technical support and advice to …

Active Adult Retirement Community – What To Look For

As people inch closer to their retirement age, many are worried about the prospect of endless hours turning into drab evenings where loneliness and lack of activities combine to crush the spirit and weaken the body. But, if you plan well ahead and choose to be a part of a good active adult retirement community, you can convert your retirement years to fun, frolic and socialization – things you could barely do when you were young and busy!

What must you look for when choosing an active adult retirement community?

Most …

School’s Back! Why Aren’t All Moms Rejoicing?

“School days, school days, Dear old Golden Rule Days”

Alas, the good old school days. Finally the kids are gone and we can enjoy some much needed “me” time. Right? Unfortunately, not all moms have that luxury. You see, there is a new social phenomenon in town called boomerang kids. No, it’s not the newest hip-hop band or video game. Boomerang kids are adult children who refuse to sever the family financial umbilical cord.

Yes, they went to school and graduated, maybe even got a job, but somehow boomerang right back into your …

Looking at the Adult ADHD Symptoms

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder symptoms in adults can fall into 3 different categories. Looking at how the medical institutions have chosen to word this disorder the name alone would point us in the direction of attention deficit first.

Many attention deficit, ADHD adults speak of being unable to stop daydreaming. This may be the reason that adults with the symptoms of ADHD often have difficulty staying focused while having to attend to day-to-day, mundane duties. Their wandering minds often get distracted from uninteresting tasks. This also extends to group activities like paying attention to …

PhD in Post Secondary and Adult Education For Continuous Learning

Education is not solely confined to the perimeters of young minds. Although it is the right of every child to receive a form of formal education in his or her growing years, at times this is not evident due to various circumstances. Whether it is due to economical, political, social or other factor, it is still a nagging and forefront concern of governmental and non-governmental organizations. If you already have a background in teaching or have a passion to impart knowledge and education, equipping yourself with a PhD in Post …

How to Become a Radiologic Technologist

Being a Radiologic Technologist not only will you make very decent money but this is a type of job that is secure. Even when the economy gets tough there will be a need for this type of worker in the medical profession.

You may have started to look around and found some conflicting information about educational requirements though. Once you understand more about becoming a Radiologic Technologist though it will all make sense. The differences stem from requirements being very different in various states. In some locations you only need a certificate to get …

Discussion About Incontinence

If you are the caregiver for an elderly loved one with incontinence it can be a difficult discussion to have. This is an especially difficult topic for adult children to start with their aging parents. Due to the intimate nature of this problem there can be embarrassment on the part of the caregiver, and shame on the part of the senior. However, there are ways that can make having this discussion better, and more effective. Here is what you need to know about how to discuss incontinence with an elderly loved one.

Do your research – Incontinence …

Can Teenage Pregnancies Be Avoided?

The incidences of teenage pregnancies have been reducing as per a recent survey conducted in the USA. The reason for this has been attributed to use of contraceptives which was advocated in the promotion of safe sex. With the internet and the media adding to the burden of peer pressure it is now not just up to the system to handle the problem. It is a problem of the community as a whole. Not just teen pregnancies but STD’s and infections transmitted due to unprotected sex are also avoidable.

It is a social issue when …

Questions to Ask When Choosing a Language School

Choosing a school for a language course is a very difficult decision. It becomes more problematic when searching for a school. The Internet is loaded with schools making one claim or another, promoting one teaching style over another. Don’t be overwhelmed. Here are some great tips to keep in mind when choosing a language school.

First and foremost, do not allow yourself to be pressured into signing any contract immediately. Always think and analyze every situation before making a decision. If you believe that you are being pressured, simply walk away and …

Don’t Let Sleep Deprivation Impede Your College Success

High school students are notorious for staying up late and burning the midnight oil, especially when they’ve got an exam to study for or a project deadline looming.

But findings in neuroscience suggest that missing sleep comes with a cost, and that cost increases as you age. Sleep deprivation has been shown to play havoc with your brain, your metabolism, and your overall biochemistry.

If you’re going to college as an adult, you’ll soon discover that all night cram sessions don’t pay off the way they did when you were in high …

Signs and Symptoms of Adult Onset Diabetes

The term “adult onset diabetes” is not new for most of us; still there are many who are unaware of this term. Even more important is the knowledge of symptom of adult onset diabetes. The information about symptoms of this type of diabetes is critical because of the timely diagnosis of the problem.

A recently collected statistical data has revealed that diabetes is 7th primary cause of death in USA. The figure is disappointing, however good news is that diabetes type 2 also termed adult diabetes can be cured by achieving ideal weight …

Arizona Masters Swimming – What You Need To Know

When people hear the word “masters” following a sport, there is an assumption that it is only for people over the age of 50 or even 65! But, when it comes to masters swimming, the age groups actually start at just 19 years old and go up in five year increments all the way to 100 years old and beyond. So, if you are an adult and have any interest in swimming, then you might want to learn more about Arizona masters swimming.

What Is Masters Swimming Like in Arizona?

Obviously, …

How to Choose the Best Bed Bug Spray

When it comes to killing bed bugs, plenty of options are available to stop these pests from bothering you all night long. However, bed bug sprays are considered as one of the most cost-effective methods used for putting an end to annoying infestations. A wide range of insecticides and sprays are available in the market so you can easily find a product that suits your needs best. Here are some of the insecticides you can use to eliminate bedbugs and prevent them from coming back.

Deltamethrin

Deltamethrin, an insecticide that comes in …

Elderly Monitoring Systems Can Keep Your Loved Ones Safe

Elderly monitoring systems are useful devices that help you to watch an elderly family member who lives on their own, or who has been left home alone. These high-tech devices give you peace of mind when you cannot be around your family members all the time. This is great for a loved one who wants to be able to continue living in their home. If you are caring for an elderly loved one suffering from incontinence, it is important to do all that you can to help your loved one manage …

Engineering Business – Office Location Can Keep Your Expenses Low

Have you reviewed the company’s budget recently? Does it need to be reevaluated? Has the staff stayed within the budget or are they over budget? What are you doing to get back in budget? These are all questions that need to be answered regularly to ensure a profit at the end of the day. If you have revenues then you want to keep as much of it as possible.

The purpose of the budget is to control the expenses and to make sure that they do not exceed the revenues. …

A Need to Understand Your Students’ Needs

Understanding what motivates your students is an important aspect of developing meaningful classroom interactions, strong working relationships, and more importantly, instructional strategies that bolster their performance. Instructors understand that motivation is internally and externally based, which means that students are motivated by perceptual factors. An effective method of understanding student motivation is to learn about their underlying needs and the theory that explains how motivation is developed is called Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. Learning about the hierarchical nature of your students’ needs will strengthen your facilitation practice.

Maslow’s hierarchy of needs explains motivational …

A Certificate In Carpentry Will Enable You To Work On A Variety Of Construction Projects

Carpentry Programs

If you want the ability to understand all of the tools and tricks of the carpentry trade, then you should take a vocational program. Participating in carpentry trade school will give you the ability to work on remodeling, new construction, and repairs on a variety of both commercial and private properties. Having these skills will enable you to work on smaller projects, such as furniture, to larger projects, such as bridges or houses.

Becoming Certified

There are a variety of ways to become …

Before Ballet Pointe Shoes – Such A Simple Pre Pointe Exercise

Ballet pointe shoes, just standing in them, is like standing on a wobble board. Which for a pre pointe exercise, you could use. What is a wobble board?

It is a board that physio therapists and chiropractors might have in their office, for you to stand on, and wobble. As you wobble, you will use your sole of the foot and ankle area muscles to compensate for the wobble, and thereby keep you on balance.

After you buy pointe shoes, and just stand in them on one leg, you …

Writing Young Adult Fiction

Writing young adult fiction is challenging for many writers. Publishing demands top-quality writing, characters, and story structure. Writing young adult fiction is considered among the most competitive market segments, with several book publishers being given even more than 2000 unrequested books per year. In particular, manufacturing and marketing costs for illustrated books are substantial. As a result, the manuscript has to exhibit a unique tone and voice, interesting subject matter, carefully-created characters, an intriguing plot, and, most importantly, themes that appeal to adolescents. Remade story lines, spinoff plots, and unoriginal styles will certainly be refused. As …

Adult Swim Diapers, Bariatric Briefs, and Overnight Pads

When people get older, their control over their bodily functions are reduced and sometimes even lost. To address this, diaper manufacturing companies provide adult swim diapers, bariatric briefs, and overnight pads to make aging people’s lives easier, more convenient and comfortable.

Adult swim diapers make participating in water sports possible, enjoyable, and more comfortable for adults with special needs. Using these helpful solutions enable adults to have fun without worrying about embarrassing leakage and bulk experienced without diapers. These reusable, latex-free adult swim diapers can fit an average weight of ninety to …

Acne Over the Age of 30

There are many causes to acne. Whether you are not washing your face or body correctly, or you eat too many salty foods, it is often difficult to win the battle of the acne which is causing you discomfort. Many people continue to have acne over the age of 30 for many reasons. There are many types of acne to explore. The best thing to do is research them and see the best method to get rid of them. Some popular types of acne are:

1. Rosacea- A moderate case of acne that usually …

Choosing Part Time Courses

One of the most important decisions we can make in our adult life is whether or not to invest money into ourselves. Choosing a part time course is not as easy as it may sound because you will need to balance the cost versus to outcome. In an increasingly competitive job market many adults are taking a step back and assessing their career paths.

Questions that you may need to ask yourself regarding part time courses are:

How much time is there available to study? The intensity of the course needs to mirror your available free …

Parenthood – The Consequences of Setting Limits

The parents were in anguish as they talked about their son. They didn’t know what to do. Their son partied all night, smoked weed when he was awake and slept until mid-afternoon.

“He’s a good kid. He just doesn’t have any goals. Can you help us?”

You probably already know what they needed to do. It’s always easier to see from the outside what needs to be done. When you’re in the middle of the situation, it’s hard to look past the emotional turmoil to find the correct course of action.

They couldn’t …

Adult Beginner Piano – Practicing Piano Scales

Ask any piano teacher; individuals learning the piano very rarely admit to practicing scales regularly. However, by skipping that important part of your learning process, you might end up doing more harm than good. Scales are certainly not the most thrilling exercise to practice; they don’t have a particular melody or anything ‘fun’ attached to them. But, no matter how boring or unnecessary you might think they are, they actually are an important part of learning the piano and should be taken seriously. Of course no one is expecting you to practicing 12 …

How to Be a Successful Adult Student – Having Goals

Earl Nightingale makes a point, that I agree with, that one of the common characteristics of successful people in any endeavor is that successful people have goals, goals that they know and have written down. Certainly the successful students I have known have a set of definite goals that they can articulate at a moments notice. On the other hand, when talking to students that do not have such a clear set of goals, many times I am not sure they will complete their chosen program of study, and indeed …

Attaining A Master’s Degree Through Online Universities

As you are deciding the possibility of pursuing an online master’s degree, it is prudent to take a look at what precisely a master’s degree is. It is possible to extend education by registering for a post-graduate program, once a bachelor’s degree is attained. With the availability of online master’s degrees, students can work at an individual pace and may acquire a degree over a shorter or longer period, even though the process of earning a post-graduate degree is traditionally finished within the time period of two years. To be eligible to be …

Adult Bed-Wetting Also Known As Nocturnal Enuresis – Causes, Symptoms and Suggestions

Adult bed-wetting, or nocturnal enuresis, is quite rare, affecting only between 1 and 2% of the population. Any normally healthy adult, who finds they are wetting the bed, should seek medical advice quickly as it is usually a symptom of some underlying medical condition. Without medical help, the problem could get worse.

Some very serious conditions like bladder cancer or an undiagnosed injury can cause bed wetting but it can also be caused by other physical or mental conditions. The most common reasons for bed wetting are stress …

The Camel Trail From Padstow to Wadebridge, North Cornwall

We were staying at Gunvenna Caravan park near Port Isaac, which is a part of Cornwall I have not been to for a long time.A� We were looking for something to do which would involve the whole family, My wife Sue and myself, Maddy age 6 and Rosie who is just 1 year old.A� We had read about ‘The Camel Trail’ which is a cycle friendly path made from an old disused railway track. In actual fact The Camel Trail goes from Padstow to Bodmin and also has an extra arm …

CADC Requirements

An alcohol and drug abuse counselor’s (ADC) career path is enhanced by certification. The International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC) established standards for certification, which are primarily based on competency in counseling skills. Certification has levels: CADC, CADC I and CADC II. Certifications also have education components.

For a CADC, the required 315 hours of education and supervised practicum must include eight performance domains Clinical Evaluation, Performance, Treatment Planning, Referral, Service Coordination, Counseling, Client, Family and Community Education, Documentation, and Professional and Ethical Responsibilities. A 255-hour internship, under a qualified supervising-counselor must include the twelve core functions, specified …

5 Things to Consider Before Pursuing an Adult Education Degree

As we are all too aware, today’s economy isn’t going to vastly improve in the foreseeable future. For those of us who are in solid, secure jobs (as secure as possible at any rate) we have to tighten our belts and make sure we are spending and investing our money wisely. However, for those of us who are in jobs that are a little more tenuous, pursuing an adult education degree may well be the key to truly having a secure future.

There are some things you will want to …

Start Your Adult Education Training Journey

If you haven’t studied at all since you left school, it can be daunting to even think about starting adult education training. After all, school was such a long time ago and when it comes to learning you feel out of practice and, possibly, out of your depth.

However, you may be looking for something new in your life and an adult course seems a good place to start. This is fantastic! Adult education is a great way to stimulate the mind and meet new people as well. However, you should be alert to …

An Adult Video That Should Be Made – A Four-Scene Approach to Giving Her Clitoral Orgasms – No Touch

Some of the sexiest, hottest films and videos of all time feature sex scenes with no sex. Check out four scenes featuring clitoral orgasms without touching the woman at all!

This is because the writer, director, and producer have chosen to use the imagination to create scenes that will stay in the viewer’s head for years and years. These scenes are indelibly imprinted in the brain – the largest sex organ of the body.

If I were the director or writer, …

Is the GED Right For Me?

If you’re wondering about the GED, you probably need your high school diploma. The GED is a second chance for people who never graduated high school. How does it work? The GED exam is made up of 5 tests, in reading, writing, science, social studies, and math. After passing the GED exam at an official GED test center, your state department of education awards you a diploma. The GED diploma is accepted by almost all U.S. colleges and employers, including the U.S. military and police academies across the country.

The GED is for people …