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A Brief History of the Greek Language
Though the death of Alexander the Great meant the end of the giant empire he had forged, there remained a common Greek language, Koine, that continued to be spoken in the lands he conquered. This became the ancestor of Greek as we know it today. Submitted 12/06/07. |
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What to do When Your Child Will not Learn to Read
There are kids who cannot wait to understand what the squiggles in a book say. Reading is nothing more than hard work for others. This can be frustrating for parents, who realize that reading is a key to not only education, but also to life. Submitted 12/05/07, edited 12/05/07. |
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How NOT to Learn a Foreign Language
Who wouldn't love to learn a new language? Every human being is driven to search for meaning. Passive observation is just not enough. 'Tell me, and I forget. Show me, and I remember. Let me do, and I understand,' says the ancient Chinese proverb. Submitted 12/04/07, edited 12/04/07. |
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The Gift of Language Learning For the Families of Today
We live in an increasingly global society. We realize as adults how difficult it is to learn a new language, but we keep reading that childhood is the perfect time to begin. Prepare your child now for our global society and a very diverse future. Submitted 11/28/07. |
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The Top 10 Reasons to Build Your Vocabulary
Can words change your life? Can your vocabulary make the difference between massive success and devastating failure? The answer is a resounding YES. By the time you finish reading this article, you will know why an extensive vocabulary is an asset. Submitted 11/23/07. |
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The Top Ten Distance Learning Disadvantages
Numerous studies have found distance learning courses as effective as traditional classroom training - or better. However, there are challenges to be overcome for anyone who opts to learn through distance learning. This article lists the top ten. Submitted 11/13/07. |
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Five Foolproof Tips for Managing your Time Better
Some time management experts say that we get 80% of our rewards for only 20% of our activities, and the other 20% of our rewards for 80% of the time we spend. Time management is actually a simple task once a person knows certain helpful techniques. Submitted 11/09/07. |
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How to Develop your Note Taking Technique
The greatest aid any student can have when it comes to completing an assignment, or revising for a test, is a set of well-written notes. However, there is a skill to effective note taking! This article explains how to take notes efficiently. Submitted 11/08/07. |
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Improve your Study Concentration with a Good Study Setting
People who have a good dedicated area for their studies have a greater chance of being able to complete their study sessions more quickly, because they can create an environment that works for them and allows them to focus. This article explains. Submitted 11/01/07. |
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Ten Ways that You can Make Learning More Fun for Children
Traditional ways of learning required a teacher, a chalkboard, a desk, a ruler, a pencil, and a textbook. Things have changed. There are plenty of websites, articles, and other ways to make learning fun for children. Read this article for ten tips. Submitted 10/30/07. |
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