The Graduate Certificate in Chemistry At Purdue University

The Graduate Certificate in Chemistry At Purdue UniversityAt Purdue University, the Graduate Certificate in Purdue Chemistry is one of the most popular programs available for students. Since so many graduates go on to pursue a Ph.D. in chemistry, many students choose this program as their first choice. The certificate program is meant to help students through their program so that they will have an opportunity to work with a chemistry lab, much like many people who want to go into the study of biology do.This is a program where there is no student's choice in the graduate certificate offered. That is a big difference from most undergraduate science courses at most universities. Many graduate students make the mistake of deciding on their Ph.D. program before they know which program they want to take at the university. When a graduate student only knows what classes he wants to take, it is difficult to find out which one he or she wants to take.A degree offered by the University of Pu rdue offers options to graduates. Depending on what your goals are, you will choose your courses based on your personal interests and then decide whether you want to pursue the master's degree or the master's degree. However, you should know that these programs are not interchangeable with each other.While there is some overlap in the concepts and coursework offered in the two certifications program, there are many differences. It is important to discuss your goals with your advisor before signing up for either a master's degree or a master's certificate. Students should consider the opportunities that the certificates offer and their own interests when deciding which program to take.After graduation, a graduate student should look into teaching jobs at local universities, public high schools, colleges, and even at some of the labs at the laboratories. If there is a laboratory that you would love to teach at, it would be worth the time and effort to take a couple of years to get you r Ph.D. Students can choose from a variety of programs depending on their personal and academic goals.Some students will decide to go on to a master's program, while others will choose to take a certificate to complete their bachelor's degree. There are different deadlines for taking courses in the master's degree program and a certificate. Make sure that you have enrolled in the right classes at the right time.The Graduate Certificate in Chemistry is a great program to work toward, especially if you plan on studying a career in chemistry. A doctorate in this field is usually two to four years, and you will need to take several classes before you earn your doctorate. Your choice of graduate programs may differ depending on how you will choose to use your education.

On Singledom

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Intensive and Extensive 2 Ways of Reading That Power Language Learning

Intensive and Extensive 2 Ways of Reading That Power Language Learning Intensive and Extensive: 2 Ways of Reading That Power Language Learning We learn languages for a host of different reasons.Some of us do it for educational purposes, employment opportunities, travel goals or to communicate with family or friends, among other motivations.But diverse as our motivations may be, we all want to read in our target language, dont we?Reading is basic. Its practical. It opens up worlds and broadens horizons.Its also just enjoyable. Sometimes it even includes fun material like comic books and romance novels.And most of us want to not just stumble through; we want to read well.The great news is that not only is it possible to train yourself to read well in your target language, you can actually use reading as a method to teach yourself vocabulary, sentence structure and more.With two different but complementary strategiesâ€"extensive and intensive readingâ€"we can strengthen our reading skills and overall fluency.Lets see how! Intensive and Extensive: 2 Ways of Reading That Power Language LearningIntensive and extensive reading, named after a detailed study by Harold Palmer, are two distinct methods of reading. Both are useful for learning a second language.What Intensive Reading IsIntensive reading is just what the name implies!Its reading where testing, evaluating and increasing knowledge is the primary focus. Understanding the literal meaning of whats being read is vital. Reading intensively often includes note-taking and attention to details.In intensive reading, theres an emphasis on deconstructing sentences to understand grammar and syntax rules as well as to extricate the details of the topic. It can also involve reading comprehension testing, such as finding answers to specific questions.Some possible examples of intensive reading material are reports, contracts, news articles, blog posts and short pieces of text such as short stories.What Extensive Reading IsExtensive reading is a completely different sort of approach.Know how it feels when youre doing something simply for the joy of doing it? Like riding a bicycle or dancing, when you know it wont matter if you don’t get the gears shifted perfectly or your dance steps dont hit every downbeat?Extensive reading is like that. Its reading for fun. And its doing it as often as possible.Fluency and total comprehension arent necessary for extensive reading. Its great to read at or, even better, below a comfortable level of understanding. Most of the time, an unfamiliar word can be deciphered by the surrounding text and if not, thats fine, too. Its not vital to understand every single word in order to get the general idea of a particular passage.Its generally accepted that 90-95% of the words should be familiar in order to read comfortably in a foreign language. And most of us can get along pretty well even without having all that vocabulary in our toolboxes. Guessing, especially when reading extensively, does work.The idea behind extensive reading is that increased exposure leads to stronger language skills. Think of the vocabula ry youre being exposed to when you read a lot. And seeing the structure, idioms and cadence of a language leads to familiarity, which leads to reading competence.Think about dancing again. The more you dance, the better you get. Reading extensively is just like thatâ€"but without the tight shoes!Possible examples of extensive reading material are magazines, graded readers, novels and, yes, even comic books!How to Build a Learning Program Using Both Types of Reading with SMART GoalsOne of the best ways to incorporate both intensive and extensive reading in your learning is by setting SMART goals.SMART goals are goals that are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Timely.Lets be clear on what this acronym means so we can see how it applies to intensive and extensive reading programs.Specific is pretty clear-cut. It means just that, specific. I want to read in Spanish isnt a specific goal. I want to read in Spanish proficiently by this time next year is a specific goal.Measura ble goals are a road map for getting to your final goal. They define the way you plan to accomplish what youre setting out to do. Ill read one blog post and one chapter in my target language every day. One post, one chapter. Totally measurable.Attainable goals are less concrete than the others in that they depend on your level of commitment. Almost any goal is attainable, but are you willing to do what it takes to make it happen? Only you can answer that one. It requires putting your mind to doing something, then just doing it.I wont read in any language other than my target language. This is an example of a goal you might set in order to make the amount of reading you want to do realistic and attainable. An  attainable goal must positively influence the overall outcome and also be attainable in itself, and whether or not it is will depend on your level of commitment.  Setting attainable goals is helpful because theyre part of the actual how to process of your overall goal.Relevant goals answer the question  why? Why are you doing this? Whats your reason for tackling the overall goal? I want to read well in my new language so I can plow through the bestseller list without stopping!Timely is definitely a no-nonsense part of the process. Set your timeframe and stick to it.Now that weve got the whole SMART goal setting thing sorted out, lets apply it to both types of reading.Devise a schedule that will allow you to apply both methods of reading to your language study. Maybe alternate days for intensive and extensive reading. Or devote an hour in the morning to one type and another hour (or whatever time you have available for reading) to the other.SMART Goals for Intensive ReadingSetting SMART goals for intensive reading isn’t difficult. An example of an intensive reading program using the SMART method might be:Specific: “I want to read five blog posts each week.”Measurable: “Ill read one blog post a day.”Attainable: “Ill only read blog posts in the l anguage I’m studying.”Relevant: “I’m trying to learn how sentences are structured and pick up every detail of what’s written.”Timely: “Every morning from 8-9, I’ll read intensively.”Remember, this plan is just an example. Use it as a jumping-off point for your own intensive reading program. If youre more of a news article person, substitute those for blogs. Honestly, there isnt one material thats best for everyone; its really a matter of personal preference. People tend to read more when theyre interested in what theyre reading. Me? Ill take a fashion magazine over a dry textbook any day! Choose options that appeal to you, and insert them in the appropriate spots.Also, the number of items on the reading list and times are suggestions. Tailor the plan to fit your schedule.When you read intensively, ask yourself questions about the material and look for answers. Compile a vocabulary list and look up every word you don’t recognize. Read to dissect the structure of t he piece and evaluate grammar rules so you can readily apply them to your own writing.SMART Goals for Extensive ReadingIt’s far easier to set SMART goals for extensive reading because so many of the stressful challenges (vocabulary lists, searching for answers, etc.) are no longer factors. This is the type of reading for enjoyment, remember? But SMART goals can still ramp up this part of your language program.A SMART goal strategy for extensive reading could read as follows:Specific: “I want to read one book a week.”Measurable: “Ill read 30 pages each day.”Attainable: “I wont read any books that aren’t written in my target language.”Relevant: “Im doing this so Ill be able to read well in this foreign language.”Timely: “Ill read every day from 4-6 before I eat dinner.”Extensive reading simply requires you to read. Choose a favorite book and read for the joy of it. Recognize what you know, but don’t stress over missed words or phrases. Quantity counts in this exercise. Of course, the bigger your vocabulary, the easier its going to be to read, but its not essential to be fluent to use this type of reading to help achieve your reading goal.Both intensive and extensive reading programs provide material for keeping reading journals. Keep track of what you read, how easily youre understanding the material, and how your vocabulary is increasing. Before too long, the journals will reflect your SMART goal programs by showing an improvement in reading skills!How to Find Interesting Reading Material That Works for YouIntensive Reading MaterialIntensive reading materials are everywhere. Blog posts, news articles and any pieces of short text are ideal for intensive reading practice. Additionally, childrens books work well in the beginning of intensive reading programs.Wondering how to track down some super-relevant intensive reading material in your target language? Easier than you might think.Say youre learning to speak (and read!) Portuguese. I G oogled magazines written in Portuguese and within 10 seconds I had so many to choose from. Here are just a couple:Planeta focuses on environmental, cultural and health issues.The Brazilian edition of Elle magazine is just as sleek and up-to-date as the one I pick up at my local newsstand.Both make me consider putting learning Portuguese on my to-do list, if only for the fun of reading their mags!I tried the same line in my browser but substituted Italian for the target language. Italian is a language I read and speak so the  huge assortment  of magazines that came up  was absolutely wonderful.Interested in the daily news from Milan?  Try  Corriere della Sera.D la Repubblica is an Italian magazine with lifestyle, fashion, beauty and even cooking tips.Both of these kept me reading and browsing much longer than I intended to be at my computer, but Im not complaining!Timely and interesting reading material? And loads of it? Whats not to love?Its a snap to do this for any language.Rememb er, resources for both types of reading can come from internet downloads, a local library or any bookstore and, apart from the bookstore, a lot of it is free.Extensive Reading MaterialWhen its time for extensive reading practice, its more a matter of narrowing down choices than searching for them! Actually, there are so many options that it might seem a bit overwhelming, so weve narrowed things down a bit.Here are some suggestions for beginning an extensive reading program:French foreign language books seem to have very attractive covers! Le Petit Prince (The Little Prince) is one of my favorites, in any language! If youre a Stephen King fan, It is available in a three-book series in a French version called  Ã‡a.Spanish is such a widely-read language that there are many books in all genres to choose from. Harry Potter  always catches my attention. La hora de la araña  is the Alex Cross mystery by James Patterson Along Came a Spider.Chinese has no shortage of translated books. Life of Pi has been readâ€"and enjoyedâ€"by readers all over the globe. The Historical Lessons of China is a volume of 24 essays which, depending on the individual essay, might prove handy for intensive practice, as well.Italian is such a romantic language, both when read aloud and silently. Honestly, I could read Italian exclusively and never grow bored.  Harry Potter  is super interesting in Italian, too! For something a bit less involved, Ottavia e i Gatti di Roma (Octavia and the Cats of Rome) is a bilingual picture book.German-language books run the gamut from health to travel to spiritualityâ€"and include popular fiction, as well. Der Kleine Prinz (The Little Prince) is just as good in German as it is in other languages!English-language books  are, of course, readily available. Some of the ones from the bestseller lists are perfect for extensive reading. Theyre pulling millions of readers into their stories so theyre an ideal choice for reading practice. Practice thats riveting? Pe rfect!P.S. from Paris,  translated from the French, is getting a ton of book chatter, both in the industry and among readers. Any Dream Will Do: A Novel is filled with feel-good moments that are ideal for making reading time feel like pure enjoyment rather than part of a learning program. If youre a non-fiction fan, theres buzz about Apollo 8: The Thrilling Story of the First Mission to the Moon.More Material, and Choosing Whats Right for YouKeep in mind that what you choose for both intensive and extensive reading practice should be geared to your reading level. There are a few ways to gauge whether a book, magazine or any other type of reading material is right for you.Extensive readers shouldnt discount books theyve already read in their native language. In fact, this is a very good option for choosing books, especially if youre just getting started  with reading practice.If youre reading a book in another language that youre already familiar with, it wont be a stretch to figure out meanings or decipher new-to-you vocabulary. Hey, you already know the gist of the story, and a filling-in-the-blanks adventure has a great place in extensive reading practice.Ditto for  any material  that has side-by-side translations. They work for both types of reading but are especially helpful when reading intensively and focusing on determining critical answers or nailing down tricky  grammar issues. Seeing the words in print, in their entirety, eliminates ambiguity.Theres no shortage of graded readers and they work for both types of reading. Wondering what graded readers are? Theyre books that have been graded according to vocabulary.If you have any doubts about your reading ability or what level to begin with, why not check  out graded reader offerings? Theyre available in nearly every language and as you gain your reading chops you can advance to the next level!Consider:The Italian Bookshop for  readers in  Italian.Sinolingua for  its  beautiful Chinese readers.Penguin R eaders for tackling English.Klett for German readers.CDJapan for Japanese graded readers (some of these have  fantastic artwork!).The go-to spot for Spanish graded readers is European Schoolbooks Limited. I personally have several volumes from this site on my shelves, and a couple are very well-read.Childrens Library offers graded readers in French, and again, the artwork  in some of these books  is  delightful.Dont forget the Amazon previews, or look inside feature available with so many titles. If youre not sure about a selection, peek inside. See how many words on the first page, or first few pages, you understand. Gauge your readiness with this feature and whether youre really interested in a particular book, as well.Skim through as many first pages as it takes to find material you can comfortably comprehend. But remember, extensive reading doesnt demand that you know all the words, so give  yourself room to grow and learn!Remember: Reading Takes TimeWe learn skills through prac tice. Reading isnt any different; reading well takes lots of practice, so if its not going really well in the beginning, dont get discouraged. And dont give up!Whatever language youre studying, choose materials relevant to both types of reading. Keep at it, and expand both types of reading programs as competenceâ€"and confidence!â€"grows.Create a reading habit. Its a healthy one that will get you closer to fluency.As with any habit, the more you do it, the better youll get at it.Read, read, readâ€"and then read some more! And One More ThingIf youre digging the concepts in this post, youll love learning with FluentU.It can be your all-in-one stop for intensive readingâ€"and it gives you audio and video that familiarize you with cultural landmarks youre likely to encounter in your extensive reading as well.With FluentU, you learn real languagesâ€"the same way that natives  speak them. FluentU has a wide variety of videos, including movie trailers, funny commercials and web series, a s you can see here:FluentU App Browse Screen.FluentU has interactive captions that let you tap on any word to see an image, definition, audio and useful examples. Now native language content is within reach with interactive transcripts.Didnt catch something? Go back and listen again. Missed a word? Hover over or tap on the subtitles to instantly view definitions.FluentU Interactive Transcripts You can learn all the vocabulary in any video with FluentUs quiz mode. Swipe left or right to see  more examples for the word you’re learning.FluentU Has Quizzes for Every VideoAnd FluentU always keeps track of vocabulary that you’re learning. It uses that vocab to give you a 100% personalized experience by recommending videos and examples.

Back to School Tip Talk to Your Teachers - TutorNerds

Back to School Tip Talk to Your Teachers - TutorNerds Back to School Tip From an Anaheim Private Tutor: Make Yourself Talk to Your Teachers Back to School Tip From an Anaheim Private Tutor: Make Yourself Talk to Your Teachers For some students, communicating with the teacher is not an issue book your back to school private Anaheim tutor today.   Asking questions in class comes naturally, seeking out extra help when needed is obvious, and getting to know the teacher is simple.   But, if you’re reading this, then you probably aren’t one of those students.   Don’t worry â€" you’re not alone.   Many students are anxious at school, or feel nervous speaking in front of the class or are just shy.   You might even simply consider yourself to be a ‘quiet’ person.   Unfortunately, while these feelings are normal and nothing to be ashamed or worried about, they can negatively impact your academic success. Here are some of the ways that asking questions and talking to your teacher can help you: If you have a question during class you, you need to feel comfortable enough to raise your hand and ask it. Many classes use participation as part of your overall grade Being comfortable with your teacher will make it easier to ask for extra help Active participation shows your teacher that you are trying Making yourself participate helps guarantee that you’re paying attention The fact is, talking to your teachers more will almost certainly improve your success in your classes.   Raising your hand and asking questions, participating in class discussions, visiting your teacher after class or during office hours, and keeping in touch with questions via email are all methods to do this. If you are struggling with this, you need to practice making yourself do so.   Here are some example rules that you could try to help you overcome your difficulties and start communicating more in your classes: Make a rule that you have to visit at least one teacher in their classroom/office each week. Make a rule that you must raise your hand at least once each class Make a rule that you talk to your teachers in person or via email at least two days before every test Make a rule where you tally every time you raise your hand in a class, and you have to reach a certain number each day or each week You can make your own rules or your system, but the important thing is that you start practicing.   You will find that you are more confident about speaking up and talking in front of others.   You will find that your grades and relationships with your teachers improve.   You will find that you are paying more attention in class and feeling less stressed when you get confused by a lesson.   If this is a problem for you, make it your back to school resolution to stick to a plan that gets you talking to your teachers more often. Dont wait until you fail your first test to get a tutor. Our experienced private Anaheim tutors are here to help from the first day of class. Michael C. is currently a private math, science, and standardized test tutor with TutorNerds in Irvine and Anaheim. All blog entries, except for guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

Determining The Importance Of Recycling In Organic Chemistry

Determining The Importance Of Recycling In Organic ChemistryAt least the pendulums in organic chemistry are made from recyclable materials, as their counterparts in other areas of science tend to be made from toxic materials. This is a subject that the teacher or instructor has to be careful in guiding his students to understand the importance of recycling, with the understanding that the greatest learning that can be had by the student takes place with that knowledge. The teacher or the Organic Chemistry Tutor should encourage the students to understand this and to carry out the necessary recycling activities.The first aspect of recycling in chemistry that is extremely important is to make sure that the chemical compounds used in the synthesis of pendulums are made from pure and natural materials. The most pure materials are those that are made from man made chemical reactions. There are two kinds of reactions that are possible: these are the oxidation and the reduction reactions. O xidation is a form of chemical transformation in which the electrons are changed from an atom to another one, and the electrons are replaced by a lighter atom. Reduction is a form of chemical transformation in which the electrons are transformed into the atoms of a heavier atom.A Chemistry Tutor will encourage the students to ensure that the pendulums used in the synthesis of organic pendulums are made from non-toxic materials, with the use of ephedrine, methamphetamine, or ephedrine byproducts as chemical precursors. The students can make their own sources of these two byproducts, as these substances are available in almost every home. The main thing that has to be kept in mind here is that it is very essential for the students to respect the purity of these substances, so that they do not suffer any side effects.The organic chemistry tutor has to also encourage the students to recycle their pendulums every few weeks, in order to reduce the costs that they will have to pay for thei r chemistry supplies. The Chemistry Tutor will also have to make sure that all the chemicals used in the synthesis of the pendulums are biodegradable.Another very important aspect of recycling that the organic chemistry tutor will have to promote is the promotion of recycling of pendulums in the class. This is because he needs to monitor the students closely so that he can encourage them to make their own recycling activities. He has to tell the students that the more that they take care of the environment, the better. He also has to ensure that he monitors the students carefully, as the pendulums are considered very vital tools in chemistry.The organic chemistry tutor has to be careful in making sure that the students understand what the various recycling methods involve. Since these methods involve a great deal of work and a large number of students, the organic chemistry tutor has to encourage them to take up recycling activities, so that the students will gain a lot of experienc e. However, the organic chemistry tutor will also have to assure the students that the pendulums inorganic pendulums used in the synthesis of organic pendulums should be pure, since the pendulums can be recycled if they are made from non-toxic materials. This is necessary, as the students have to be reminded that the pendulums are very important in organic chemistry.An organic chemistry tutor should be able to encourage his students to make their own sources of these byproducts, and even to have a large collection of these materials in his house. He should also be careful to remind the students that there are various amounts of these byproducts that can be found in organic chemistry, and so the students should not leave them lying around.

CPM Homework Help and the Stress Free Way of Learning Math

CPM Homework Help and the Stress Free Way of Learning MathIn the initial years of college students would use homework help and cpm homework help to improve their grades. Now there are many homework help services available for students who want to give up on the traditional way of studying and excel in math with online math courses. There are numerous online courses that offer up homework help. Math support from CPM is a great option for students who have no time to study during the regular weekdays.If you want to succeed in math you need to work in the homework help section of the CPM website. Here you will find all kinds of tutorials, case studies, tests and resources that will help you understand the concepts and skills you are about to learn. If you are busy with a busy schedule, you can still excel in math by attending a CPM Math course.Besides CPM Mathematics, there are a number of other programs in this subject that you can enroll yourself. They are:These are just a few of the many free tutorials that you can find on the CPM website. Students are also given access to the subject's complete content. You will find in-depth instruction on the CPM website as well as a number of other online tutors. You can find your nearest CPM online center or search for one through the search engine.So if you have problems in taking the classwork seriously in math, why not let an online tutor to give you the extra push you need? One of the most important things you should remember in the process of passing a course is self-motivation. By being motivated you will be able to succeed in your math homework help classes.When you take a math course, especially math homework help, the most common experience is, for some reason, that you don'tfeel like doing your assigned work. Then what you do is to think that you will get done with your homework later when you are able to sit down and make an effort.Students who are thinking this way can benefit from the time they spend learning in math. By paying attention and putting a little effort into math homework help, you will realize that you will not feel so tired and you will definitely be able to pass the classes successfully.

Online Solving Systems of Linear Equations Tutors

Online Solving Systems of Linear Equations Tutors Linear equations are the equations in which the highest exponent of the variable is 1. Linear equations consist of variables and constants combined together and we can solve a linear equation to find the value of the variable. A system of linear equations consist of more than one linear equation with different variables and this system can be solved in order to find the value of the variables. System of linear equations can be solved graphically or algebraically using different methods to get the value of the variables. Example 1: Solve the system of linear equations, x + y = 5 and x y = 7. We can solve the given system of equations using the Elimination/Addition method. Add the given two equations andthen cancel the y term. This gives: 2x= 5+ 7 = 12. This gives: x = 12/2= 6 ==x = 6. Substitute x = 6 in any of the given two equations. For x+ y = 5== 6+ y = 5 ==y = 5 6==y= -1. Hence the solution: x = 6 and y = -1. Example 2: Solve the system of linear equations, x + y = 4 and x y = 2. We can solve the given system of equations using the Elimination/Addition method. Add the given two equations and then cancel the y term. This gives: 2x= 4+ 2 = 6. This gives: x= 6/2= 3 ==x = 3. Substitute x= 3 in any of the given two equations. For x+ y = 4== 3+ y = 4 ==y = 4 3==y = 1. Hence the solution: x = 3 and y = 1.

Ask an MBA Admissions Expert Jared Barlow

Ask an MBA Admissions Expert Jared Barlow Varsity Tutors brings you insider tips and advice straight from nationally recognized admissions experts. Jared Barlow is currently the Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment at the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University. He has worked in higher education for several years and has frequently provided one-on-one advising and counseling to students. Jared holds a Bachelors degree in International Business, Spanish, and Information Systems, as well as a Masters in Education. VT: How much time should be set aside to adequately prepare for and complete the application for an MBA program? Jared: This varies from applicant to applicant. We hope potential applicants spend enough time to put forth the most competitive application possible. This could take hours, days, or months, depending on the applicant. You can break up the pieces of the application into more manageable segments, including preparing for and taking the GMAT exam. This can take weeks or more than a year. After the GMAT is complete, an applicant may reach out to his or her undergraduate institution and request official copies of transcripts. We recommend applicants also spend sufficient time on their admissions essays. Often, this is the only chance to express your qualifications to the admissions committee. For example, online MBA programs may not interview applicants. Applicants need to ensure their essays are helping them to stand out among their peers. Having friends proofread and review essays before they are submitted is another best practice. VT: What would you say is the single most important thing to focus on for this kind of application? Jared: Stand out from the crowd. In your application, you want to show what makes you unique and helps differentiate you from all others who may be applying. 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Jared: During the undergraduate admissions process, the admissions committee may be interested in what you are passionate about. In an MBA program, we not only want to learn what you are passionate about, but also how this passion can translate into tangible skills, critical thinking, and career potential as you develop your personal brand. VT: Is there anything that automatically disqualifies an applicant from being considered for an MBA program (i.e. low GPA, lack of particular work experience, etc.)? Jared: Yes. Not having a four-year undergraduate degree from an accredited institution will disqualify you for admission. At the W. P. Carey School of Business, the MBA admissions committee will review each application in its entirety. Applicants should always review the current class-profile averages to find out where they may have a competitive edge over other applicants. The current class profile is a guideline and does not restrict individuals from applying where parts of their applications may not measure up to the averages. Applicants may be deficient in one area, such as undergraduate GPA, yet have a stronger-than-average GMAT score and number of years of post-undergraduate work experience. This may make them competitive for admission. VT: What kind of work experiences should be highlighted in the MBA application? Jared: Focus on post-undergraduate work experience. We are looking for examples of leadership. Our goal is to seek out future business leaders. We want to see examples of accomplishments, not just a listing of job responsibilities. We want to see if you can communicate how you made an impact during your employment opportunities and in your community. VT: What advice do you have regarding GMAT test prep? Jared: Calibrate your expectations before you begin a study plan.You can take a free full-length practice exam; this will give you a good baseline as to where to begin your test preparation. After a free practice test, look over your results and then devise a plan. Another key factor is to begin your GMAT preparation early. We advise students to prepare for the GMAT six to eight weeks before taking the exam. Students who create a regular routine for GMAT preparation tend to score higher on the exam. Studying for 20 hours a week will also give added personal insight into the rigors of a quality MBA program like the W. P. Carey MBA. If students are able to study for 20 hours a week, then they will have time to be successful in a good MBA program. If an applicant finds he or she does not have time to devote to GMAT preparation, then the individual may not have the time necessary to be successful in an MBA program. VT: Is it absolutely necessary to have work experience prior to starting an MBA degree? Jared: Post-undergraduate work experience is a desired quality in all MBA applicants. A big part of an MBA program is networking and collaborating with your MBA peers who have been out in the workplace and now are returning to advance their careers using past experience as a driving motivator. On average, W. P. Carey online MBA students, for example, have more than six years of post-undergraduate work experience. We want applicants to be able to positively contribute to their peers inside the classroom. We do understand that applicants looking to pursue an online MBA may not be traditional students. They may have been working full-time while achieving their undergraduate degrees. For reporting purposes, we can only count post-undergraduate work experience. Non-traditional students can show work experience by including internships and career choices on their resumes. While this work experience will not officially be tallied, it will be considered as part of the application. VT: What are the characteristics of a great MBA program? Jared: World-renowned faculty accomplished in their fields Faculty members who are able to teach across multiple MBA platforms (i.e. full-time, evening, weekend and online MBA tracks) Accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) A large alumni network for connections Flexibility to get work done on a convenient schedule Degree customization, such as the ability to earn an area of emphasis in subjects like supply chain management, marketing, international business or finance Prestige and reputation A format that allows you to take one class at a time Small class sizes Dedicated help with financial aid and career searches Return on investment: Look for one of the highest ranked MBA programs with the lowest out-of-pocket cost. 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History of the Violin Its Birth and Evolution.

History of the Violin Its Birth and Evolution. From 1520 to Today: The History of the Violin ChaptersThe Origins of the ViolinThe Prestigious Rise of the Violin in ItalyThe History of Violin: The Best Composers of the 17th CenturyThe Violin During The 18th CenturyThe Modern History of the ViolinHaydn, Schubert, Berlioz, Menuhin, Schumann, Glissando, the list of great violinists goes on and on.Back then, there was no such thing as online cello tutorials or online violin lessons and only a few people could learn to play the violin.  These artists certainly helped bring the violin and its music to everyone. From its inception in the 16th century to the electric version available nowadays, the violin has an interesting history.Whether baroque music or classic music, an acoustic violin or an electric one, the family of string instruments has changed drastically over time.Originating in the Arab world, it became famous thanks to Italian luthiers during the Renaissance who changed it; then it was changed again in the 19th century in the form of an electric version.From classical mu sic to contemporary music, over the course of this article, we’ll be looking at the history of the violin family, the musical instruments of the same name, the best violin makers and what every music lover and budding virtuoso should know about it. TomViolin Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors StacyViolin Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValtieViolin Teacher £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors BenedictViolin Teacher 5.00 (8) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors TaisiiaViolin Teacher 5.00 (1) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AmyViolin Teacher 5.00 (1) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LuísViolin Teacher 5.00 (6) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MomokoViolin Teacher £45/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsThe Origins of the ViolinThe violin’s birth still remains shrouded in mystery. It would take several centuries before it would start looking like the violin as we k now it today.  Something you should know before you start taking your violin lessons.The violin has a big family. (Source: Wikimedia Commons)Stringed instruments or anything resembling a violin bow wouldn’t appear until the 10th century.  Before that, these types of musical instruments, like the lyre, were played by plucking the strings. Bowed string instruments appeared later in the Chinese Empire, Byzantine Empire, and the Arab-Muslim world.These instruments were played with a bow made from horsehair.  The rebab is often considered one of the violin’s oldest ancestors.  It was the first bowed string instrument in the Arab-Muslim world and would arrive in Europe through Spain. It would later be called the “Vihuela” in Spain and the “Viola” in Italian.Then a new evolution came along, the viol: The viola da gamba and viola da braccio which were used before the violin existed. The viol was a modified chordophone whose performer would use bowing to vibrate the strings and c reate the sound. Lyres, which are similar to early violins, were only ever plucked, though the left hand manipulated the strings on the neck to change notes.The first mention of the violin came in 1520. The Italian term “violino” means little viol.  We often see this in Italian spec sheets for the instruments, which were a different size to today. These instruments were built in Brescia, Venice, Antwerp and Brussels.The final version of the instrument was made by the Andrea Amati’s lutherie workshop in Cremona. The look and the sound of the instrument wouldn't change for another century. It would take a while before there'd be concert music for violins and they'd become part of many orchestra, quartet, symphony, and ensemble pieces.Discover the available violin lessons online here.The Prestigious Rise of the Violin in ItalyThe first real violin dates back to 1564.  Catherine de' Medici ordered one for her son Charles IX, King of France. The instrument then became a part of the royal court where it has remained ever since.  This helped the Amati workshop become famous. Their children and grandchildren continued the family business and would be luthiers.The quality of violins crafted in the town helped make Cremona the home of the violin. In fact, Cremona was the home to the workshop of the famous Guarneri family (Andrea, Giovanni, Giuseppe, Pietro, and Bartolomeo most famously) of instrument makers. Subsequently, Italy became home to many luthiers during this time and is still the home of the violin.Aspiring luthiers still travel there to learn the techniques which have been used by Italian workshops for centuries. These handmade violins are, unsurprisingly, of the highest quality.A luthier chooses their wood (often spruce, ebony, maple, boxwood, willow, and rosewood) depending on its tonal quality, then sculpts it using traditional tools as the first luthiers would have when making violins in the 16th century.Cremona is the historic home of the violin. ( Source: Wikimedia Commons)At the time, king Henry of France was one of the first to establish a programme for learning to make violins, a profession the king acknowledged. The training lasted 6 years and was provided by a guild master.Before this training existed, musicians had to build their own instrument themselves. TomViolin Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors StacyViolin Teacher 5.00 (5) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ValtieViolin Teacher £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors BenedictViolin Teacher 5.00 (8) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors TaisiiaViolin Teacher 5.00 (1) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AmyViolin Teacher 5.00 (1) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LuísViolin Teacher 5.00 (6) £40/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MomokoViolin Teacher £45/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsThe History of Violin: The Best Composers of the 17th CenturyIt would take another century after the royal order for Antonio Stradivari to change the violin’s appearance.The manufacturing methods are still a secret. Out of over a thousand instruments made by the Italian, there are still around 650 in good condition because of the high levels of craftsmanship.  The Stradivarius violins remain a veritable legend in the world of music. In fact, these are considered to be the finest sounding instruments of all time.In the 17th century, the violin became an essential instrument in many orchestras since composers like Monteverdi and Lully were using them in their compositions. Monteverdi was himself a violin player and was the first to use the violin in his compositions. The musician regularly collaborated with Andrea Amati’s children Antonio and Girolamo as well as his grandson Nicolo. The first two were luthiers for Henry IV of France’s orchestra.The arrival of the sonata would make the violin an essential part of composition in the 17th century. Lully became the royal violi nist.Not only did the composer create musical versions of Molière’s work for Louis the 14th but he also enthusiastically performed them including George Dandin ou Le Malade Imaginaire, in particular.The two artists basically invented a new genre in doing so.Lully is one of the greatest violinists of all time. (Source: Wikimedia Commons)The violin became an essential instrument for musical composition during this time. It would continue to evolve during the following century.The Violin During The 18th CenturyViolin techniques continued to develop during the 18th century, too.  Musicians like Vivaldi, Locatelli, and Tartini kept pushing the envelope. Mozart wrote many sonatas for violin during this time.During this period, the violin was already established as part of the orchestra. A lot of important conductors were violinists themselves.  The city of Paris became the meeting place for Europe’s greatest violinists. Mozart spent a lot of time composing there.Vivaldi also composed his famous violin concerti in France’s capital. His most famous concerti, Le Quattro Stagioni, composed in 1723 represent each of the main parts in a year. These tunes are some of the most famous pieces of classical music in the world.The violin continued to establish itself as a serious instrument during the 18th century.  During this century, the violin’s shape and manufacturing methods changed. In fact, the increased usage of the instrument led to more and more composers and musicians looking for better violin. To meet their growing needs, luthiers lengthened the neck, bass bar, and the diameter of the sound post.Thus, the luthiers of the time took the designs of the violins made by Amati and Stradivarius and modified them. The violin has remained relatively unchanged since then.The Modern History of the ViolinWhile modern music doesn’t tend use older instruments like the violin, the violin is still an instrument people are learning to play nowadays.However, it does have t he image as an instrument of the upper classes rather than the working classes (except in the case of folk music). The cost and the years of practice required have turned many aspiring musicians away.If you've attended a wedding, you've probably heard Pachelbel's Canon. (Source: Wikimedia Commons)However, we’ve all heard Canon played millions of time. Thanks to cover versions of the piece on YouTube, it’s become popular again. In fact, there are even covers of the piece on the electric violin.Furthermore, the new ways of buying things have changed things up. Rather than calling a luthier to build you a violin, you can now get an acoustic or electric violin for a reasonable price from online stores.Aesthetically speaking, the violin hasn’t really changed since the end of the 18th century. The birth of the electric violin is the first major change in a while.An instrument that was once used for royal courts can now be used in rock, pop, or folk music. The electric violin comes i n a whole variety of shapes, some more outrageous than others since they don't need to be carved and can do away with traditional manufacturing techniques. Some do away with the sound box and the wood commonly used in making violins and look very unlike the violins of old.What better way to make the violin appealing again?There are famous modern groups using the violin. In fact, some of these groups are combining traditional music education (often from reputable conservatoires) with modern sensibilities when they play instruments like the cello or violin.If you’re a beginner, you should check out our violin playlist.