The Journal of Homocyclic Chemistry

The Journal of Homocyclic ChemistryThe Journal of Homocyclic Chemistry is a well known and highly regarded technical journal dedicated to the study of organic and inorganic compounds, how they interact with each other, and how they are formed. It is a reputable, and very useful reference for scientists, chemists, engineers, researchers, and other professionals who need a good solid reference to get a practical understanding of compound structures and their chemical mechanisms.A journal of homocyclic chemistry provides a wide range of topics to the specialist in all aspects of organic and inorganic chemistry. Every issue includes an abstract and a full text of the latest scientific research, which includes the latest publications, literature reviews, and reviews of recent advances in the field. The magazine also offers valuable research advice and an extensive collection of electronic resources, which can be accessed on-line through the digital version of the journal.All articles and reading materials in the journal are written by a variety of authors, each specializing in a specific topic. The journal can provide a great deal of important information for the chemist. As the word science has become somewhat overused these days, the term is used to describe any scientific field, whether it is engineering economics, biology, geology, or chemistry. However, since the word science can be confusing, it is often used in its scientific, mechanical, or mathematical definition.Homocyclic chemistry is one of the key areas of chemistry that is very useful for researchers, because it teaches them how to handle, form, and understand molecules. Because of this, it has been very useful for scientists from all fields, especially for the people who work in pharmaceutical research and development. But there are many other reasons for it becoming very popular with people in the industry. There are several factors that will influence the popularity of the journal, including the num ber of articles published, the authors of those articles, and the prestige of the journal itself.The journal of heterocyclic chemistry publishes a number of articles every month. The full text of the journal, however, does not usually cover more than a few issues per year. Therefore, if a scientist has a specific research or study related to homocyclic chemistry, they may need to look at a different journal.If a person has an interest in the field, or wants to become a better chemist, the Journal of Homocyclic Chemistry offers a link exchange program. Each year, the journal will send out email messages to the scientists who are members of the link exchange community.The Journal of Homocyclic Chemistry is one of the most important and up-to-date journals for scientists who have a strong interest in this field. It has great content and is an excellent source of articles. As well as being a great reference for scientists, the Journal of Homocyclic Chemistry is a fantastic resource for anyone who wants to learn more about the field or wants to expand their knowledge.

Fired Up! Ready To Go! Storytelling in Historic Present Tense

Fired Up! Ready To Go! Storytelling in Historic Present Tense Have you ever noticed that sometimes, people tell stories using  the present tense, even though the events happened in the past?  According to  the New Oxford American Dictionary, when present tense is used instead of the past to tell a vivid narrative, its called historic present tense.  You might also  see this used in magazine or news articles and informal speech.Today, well look at how historic present tense is used in a story told by Obama.  You might notice that  using this tense to tell a story strengthens the story, and makes it feel like youre there with the storyteller.  I think this is what Obama  wanted when he told the following story.First, read Obamas speech and change the bold verbs from  the past tenses to present tenses to use historic present tense.  Then, check your answers as you watch the inspirational video.When I ran for the presidency 08, I flew  to South Carolina, alarm went  off, and I felt  terrible.  I was  exhaustedthink  I was  coming down with a cold.  I opened  up the curtains.  It was pouring  down rain outside-pouring down rain!  Horrible day.  Id  got the newspaper outside my door and there was  a bad story about me in the New York Times.  I got  dressed, shaved, walked out.  My umbrella blew  open.  That ever happen to you?  And I  got  soaked!  Soaked!  I was  just soaked.  I got  in the car.  I  said, Alright, how long is it gonna take to Greenwood?  An hour and a half!  So we were driving, and we were driving, and we  were driving.  Didnt  seem like we  were going  anywhere.  Sheets of rain were  pouring down.  Finally, I got  out, and I was sloshing  around in the rain, and my socks were  wet.  And I walked  in, and there were  like 15-20 people there.  And, I will tell you, they didnt look any happier to see me than I did to see them.  And so I went  around the room and I said, How do you do?  What do you do?  But they were  not reallyfeeling it right then.  Suddenly, I  heard  this voice fr om the back just shout, Fired up!  And everybody in the room said, Fired up!  And then I heard  the voice say, Ready to go!  And everybody in the room said, Ready to go! And I didnt  know what was  going on.  I thought  these people were  crazy.  Maybe I shouldnt have come here.  And then I looked  in the back of the room.  And there was this middle-aged woman.  Shed got a big church hat.  And shed got, I think, a gold tooth.  Turns  out, she holds a position in the local NAACP office, and also-Im not kidding you-is a private detective.  This is a true story.  Shes like a private eye.  Although, its hard to think that you wouldnt see her coming.  Shes very colorful.  And she is known, wherever she goes, by saying this chant, Fired up!  Ready to go! And every meeting she goes to, she does this thing.  But the interesting thing is, after a while, I was starting to get kind of fired up.  I was starting to feel like I was ready to go.  And all those negative thoughts, all those bad memories started kind of drifting away.We would love to hear your stories!  Use historic present tense to tell us something that happened to you recently in the comments section below.  Or, better yet, schedule a class with LOI to tell your story to a native speaker!

Launching Levels-Based SpeakENG Online Courses

Launching Levels-Based SpeakENG Online Courses For italki users that are learning English, now you can purchase SpeakENG Online Courses on a levels basis. This gives you a clear sense of the range of SpeakENG Courses, as well as helps you choose a SpeakENG Online Course specifically for your English level. As your English improves, youll be able to see your progress: Beginner English (99), Elementary English (101, 102), Intermediate English (202), and Advanced English (301, 302, 303). SpeakENG Online Courses have been designed to help people learn English anywhere with an internet connection. The content for SpeakENGs Online Courses are based on Pearsons English Language Learning and Instruction System (ELLIS). Every SpeakENG Online Course also comes with a 15-minute live tutoring session with an American certified professional teacher. As before, you can purchase additional time with SpeakENG teachers or purchase a one-year subscription to SpeakENG that includes all Online Course levels. If youre not sure which level is right for you, or are interested in getting an assessment level test of your English, we recommend looking at the SpeakENG Sampler. italki is trying to find a price for learning a language that is accessible to everybody around the world. SpeakENG Online Courses use the same content that is being offered at much higher prices from expensive offline English training institutes. As always, let us know through your feedback how we can improve italki and its partnership products. The italki team Launching Levels-Based SpeakENG Online Courses For italki users that are learning English, now you can purchase SpeakENG Online Courses on a levels basis. This gives you a clear sense of the range of SpeakENG Courses, as well as helps you choose a SpeakENG Online Course specifically for your English level. As your English improves, youll be able to see your progress: Beginner English (99), Elementary English (101, 102), Intermediate English (202), and Advanced English (301, 302, 303). SpeakENG Online Courses have been designed to help people learn English anywhere with an internet connection. The content for SpeakENGs Online Courses are based on Pearsons English Language Learning and Instruction System (ELLIS). Every SpeakENG Online Course also comes with a 15-minute live tutoring session with an American certified professional teacher. As before, you can purchase additional time with SpeakENG teachers or purchase a one-year subscription to SpeakENG that includes all Online Course levels. If youre not sure which level is right for you, or are interested in getting an assessment level test of your English, we recommend looking at the SpeakENG Sampler. italki is trying to find a price for learning a language that is accessible to everybody around the world. SpeakENG Online Courses use the same content that is being offered at much higher prices from expensive offline English training institutes. As always, let us know through your feedback how we can improve italki and its partnership products. The italki team

Flip the Script! How to Type Up a Storm in Another Language

Flip the Script! How to Type Up a Storm in Another Language Flip the Script! How to Type Up a Storm in Another Language Learning to type?Unless someone printed this article out and posted it to you by, I don’t know, carrier pigeon, you probably already know how to type.But what about in your target language?Well, if you plan to do any writing in that language other than longhand, youll want to be able to type.And I dont mean hunting and pecking for the lettersâ€"letters which might not even appear on your keyboard!Like with  practicing any skill, the more you do it, the better youll get. Its that simple.This guide is here to help you accelerate that practice period so you spend as little time as possible learning to type, and as much time as possible learning your target language. Flip the Script! How to Type Up a Storm in Another LanguageThe Technical Side: How to Install New KeyboardsIts dead simple to add new foreign keyboards to your computer.On Windows, you can change the language settings right from your taskbar. Lets say English (United States) is marked as your primary display language.Cli ck on that English button and head to Language preferences, where youll be presented with the very useful Add a language button. Couldnt be simpler than that!Once you add a new one, you can switch between installed keyboards by pressing the Windows and Shift keys.On a Mac, head up to System Preferences. Under Keyboard and Input Sources, theres a small + symbol for you to add new choices.After you have more than one, a small flag appears on the top menu bar of the screenâ€"click it and you can choose a new keyboard layout at any time.(The wording of the directions above may differ depending on what version youre using.)How to Learn Foreign KeyboardsIts hard to imagine typing at speed with a foreign keyboard. I remember watching a video about a linguist and seeing her switch between typing English, Japanese and Russian without missing a beat.It was an amazing sight! And its not out of reach for you and me.In fact, I personally type in Arabic, French and English at a good speed. And if you know or are learning these languages, you can do the same!Do You Have the Touch? Why Its Better to Be Able to Touch TypeYour first step is to learn how to touch type. You may already know how to do this in your native language, but its especially important when youre adding typing in a second language.If you rely on looking down at the keyboard for knowing where your hands are, youre going to be stuck pretty fast when you need letters that just arent there.It is actually possible to buy little stickers you can put on your keys, but that may not work for everyone. Its a bunch of work, and youre limited to the languages that can fit on the keys. The truth is, you dont need to use stickers if you dont want to.Instead, take it real slow.Getting the Lay of the Land: Initial Learning and PracticeOpen a new window on your computer with your foreign-language keyboard diagram as a reference, or print it out and stick it nearby.Then, just start typing. At first, just test yourself on the keyboard diagram to internalize the layout. Make it a little game with yourself to see how many letters you can type before making a mistake.Focus on accuracy from the beginning to avoid hitting a plateau. Its easy to build speed with some letter combinations but always have trouble with a fewâ€"and those mistakes can add up over time to a lot of frustration.There are a handful of websites out there that can give you customized typing lessons for whatever language youd like.My favorite is called 10fastfingers. It lets you know right away if you made a mistake, but doesnt necessarily stop you. That way you can accurately get an idea of your words per minute score after mistakes are subtracted.For English writing practice only, my favorite website is  Typing Speed Test.And of course, every online language course with a typing component has typing practice built into its core instruction. Duolingo users might default to the rearrange words exercise, but if you switch yourself to the t ext input mode, youre immediately learning much more efficiently.FluentU  tests your typing skills through fun quizzes when youre using the Plus plan. The multimedia questions include typing words and phrases to test how well you can produce them from memory. Spelling counts! FluentU takes real-world videosâ€"like movie trailers, news and moreâ€"and turns them into personalized language lessons.From my own experience, you dont even have to put a ton of time into the basics of learning to type in another language. Even a completely different keyboard layout can be memorized after a couple of days, and you should be able to touch type competently after just one month of short daily practices.If you just have to add a couple of accents or a handful of extra letters, thoseâ€"in my experience with Arabicâ€"can be memorized in less than an hour!Typing at Speed: The Importance of Regular PracticeNow, if you dont happen to be learning something like Greek, Arabic or Korean that uses a non-L atin script, you may be thinking that you dont need to practice your typing. If a language uses the same letters as English, whats the big deal?Well, first, there arent too many commonly learned languages without any accents or additional letters.Second, it turns out that if youre not used to typing a languages specific letter combinations, youll likely make a lot more mistakes a lot more often than you would otherwise.Fast typists in one language may look at their hands in wonder and dismay when they try to apply the same muscle memory to a foreign language.For example, the combinations th, ed  and tion are very common in English but less so in German. And the Spanish ll and rr very rarely show up when typing English.The best way to get better at typing is to simply type more. Choosing what to type is the question, of course. Dont just copy down the keyboard again and againâ€"youll bore yourself to tears.Double Your Efforts: Type Your Learning MaterialsIn the olden days of language learning, students would often copy out passages by hand as part of their homework. This teaching method was rightly phased out, but that doesnt mean it never helped anyone.If you take the time to re-type some textbook dialogues or short reading passages, youre actually doing yourself a huge favor.By focusing so hard on the letters, making sure you get each one right, youre indirectly giving yourself an intense reading workout.By combining these occasional typing exercises with the ordinary typing you would do in the languageâ€"for homework, courses, chatting, et ceteraâ€"you’ll avoid plateauing and instead consistently build speed and accuracy.Alternate Methods: Using Shortcut KeyboardsWhen youre presented with all the myriad types of keyboards out there, its good to know about a couple of small shortcuts.For one, languages like Polish and Romanian have a programmers layout. The name comes from programmers in those regions who find it irritating to type code when all the bracket s and underscores are reassigned to other letters.These programmers keyboards dont have separate keys for the new letters. Instead, to type something like ó you just press ALT-O and the alternate letter appears.Something called the US-International layout  works on an interesting and related principle. Its made for you to be able to type a wide range of alternate characters without having to switch keyboards or even take your hands off the home row.It treats characters like ö, ê and ñ as combinations like [ + o ], [ ^ + e ] and [ ~ + n ]. So with the US-International keyboard turned on, all you have to do is tap these keys in succession and theyll automatically combine into the new characters.These are ideal for peopleâ€"programmers or notâ€"who find themselves writing or editing text in multiple languages on the regular. I personally use the US-International layout any time I might be typing in mostly English but switching to French here and there.And if your other-language ty ping is really sporadic, there are a couple of simple keyboard shortcuts in the Microsoft Office suite that let you add the odd special character without even switching your keyboard back and forth.You can also use various Alt commands for the same purpose.There are even lookalike keyboards for languages such as Russian, where the QWERTY keys that are closest to the Russian shape are used instead of the actual Russian layout. So ? would be put on the N key because it kind of looks like an N.But like with stickers, you dont actually need these. The other keyboards were designed for fast typing speedâ€"and in Russian-speaking countries, everybody uses the authentic layout, so good luck using a computer in a hotel or library!Besides, it really doesnt take long to pick up new typing skills.Many people get by in typing a foreign language without ever consciously practicing it.It just so happens that theyre the ones hitting the Backspace key the most.For better or worse, virtually all the writing that happens nowadays happens on computers.And with just a little bit of conscious practice, you can shoot past being an eternally-average typist, and instead, aim for excellence.

How to Transform Your iPad into a Language-learning Secret Weapon

How to Transform Your iPad into a Language-learning Secret Weapon How to Transform Your iPad into a Language-learning Secret Weapon Did you get that iPad just to play Candy Crush?Probably not.You also probably didnt get it  just to send work emails or  just to stream videos.These are all great uses of your iPad, but you can get even more out of it.Your iPad is  actually a heavy-hitting, take-no-prisoners language-learning dynamo.Your secret weapon for fluency, even.When we think of secret weapons we think of stealthy ninja tools, aces up sleeves and off-the-radar resources. Pulling these things out of the shadows gives us more than an advantageâ€"it ensures success.So take another look at your iPad.Well show you eight language apps to transform it from just another device to an ultra-powerful tool for language learning victory. How Can an iPad Help You Learn Languages?Study tools  are best when they’re portable.  That iPad of yours? It’s totally mobileâ€"ready to go with you anywhere for language practice at any time.Great study tools are also adaptable. The iPad’s middle name should be Versatile. With en dless apps it can help you learn tons of different languages through tons of different methods.Download any language app (well give you plenty of ideas below) and you’re ready for the mission!How to Access Alternate-language iPad KeyboardsEven the best secret weapons need minor adjustments from time to time. Your iPad is no exception, but the adjustment is so low-key it’s almost a covert op.To practice writing, spelling and using accents if necessary in your target language, youll need to add a foreign language keyboard to the device.First, open an app that uses a keyboard, like Messages or Mail. Tap and hold the little globe icon to reveal the language menu. From there, you can  select the language you’d like added to your iPad keyboard.And just like that, you’re ready for action!How to Transform Your iPad into a Language-learning Secret WeaponNot all language apps are created equal. There are apps that give you authentic content in your target language, apps that  gamify t he language learning experience, apps that mimic formal language courses  and even apps for chatting in your target language.Let’s do some reconnaissance and get a good look at our options in each category.Authentic Content AppsFluentUFluentU is one of the most unique and useful secret weapons on this list. FluentU takes authentic target language videos, like movie trailers, music videos, inspiring talks and more, and transforms them into customized language learning experiences.To bring these real videos within reach for any learner, FluentU has interactive transcripts and subtitles. You can click any word for an instant definition, visual learning aid and native pronunciation. If you see an interesting new word, you can add it to your vocabulary list for future reference. FluentU also creates flashcards and exercises for each video automatically so you remember what youve learned when youre done watching.Unlike other apps that take a scripted approach, FluentU uses a natural app roach to ease you into your language and culture over time. Youll learn your language as its spoken in real life, without any rote memorization. The best part is that FluentU keeps track of your learning and recommends new videos based on that information. Every learner has a truly personalized experience, even if theyre watching the same videos!FluentU currently has programs for  Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, German, Japanese, English, Russian, Korean and Italian.There aren’t any double agents hereâ€"everything is genuine and relevant. Aside from learning your language the way native speakers really use it, youll encounter plenty of fun pop culture that you can talk about with them!TripLingoTripLingo is an incredible travel app that can instantly make you seem like a local, wherever you go.It provides content for over 100 countries, as well as huge phrasebooks for 13 languages from French to Hebrew to Japanese to Irish. There are 2,000 phrases per language including real-wor ld slang. Theres even a culture crash course to get you immersed in and familiar with the region youre traveling to.If you need a little extra help as you explore, theres a voice translator for 42 languages and even an image translator thatll help you understand signs and other text you encounter. You can also take language audio lessons and practice with built-in study tools.All these features make TripLingo an all-purpose tool. Can we say mission ready?Game-like AppsLingorilla Learn LanguagesEven secret weapons should be fun. Lingorilla, with its purple, banana-toting gorilla, makes learning 23 languages a blast.This engaging app teaches vocabulary and spelling using assorted packs of flashcards. The images featured on the cards are realistic and the packs cover the gamut from vehicle words to animals, body parts to insects, reptiles to foodâ€"varied but vital vocabulary!To keep you sharp, there are also memory games, quizzes and puzzles.Lingorilla has the potential to be addictiv e. I see users mastering one language and then going on to another, just because it’s so much fun.MindSnacksThe MindSnacks apps are a series. Each one teaches one languageâ€"they’re available on iPad for Spanish, Italian, German, French, Portuguese, Chinese and Japanese.Using interactive games with catchy animations, MindSnacks teaches vocabulary, essential conversational skills and even addresses the trickier grammar issues found in some languages. The idea is to make learning fun and addictive like any other iPad gameâ€"except youre learning hundreds of vocabulary words while you play.Conversation and pronunciation audio is provided by native speakers so there’s a great opportunity to practice listening and speaking.Course-like AppsDuolingoDuolingo features more than 30 languages and is a great addition to your arsenal of iPad language learning apps. While Duolingo definitely has gamification features like the apps above, it takes you on a path from beginner to advanced in a structured, course-like way.Reading, writing, vocabulary building and pronunciation practice are all emphasized. Youll learn how to say, spell and understand new words all at once. As you master new skills, you level up to new ones, which is a great motivational tool.There’s a tracking feature that shows your progress, which also keeps you invested in your learning.It’s possible to join other learners in a language club so this app isnt just fun and course-like, but it also has the potential to be a social event, also!MondlyLearn 33 languages with Mondly’s daily lessons. This app is suited for every learning level, from beginner to advanced. It even provides travelers with language essentials so they’re trip-ready!One highlight of this app is that it uses audio of conversations between native speakers to model correct pronunciation. Then, speech-recognition software allows the app to listen to your own pronunciation and provide feedback.Authentic, useful phrases are taught rather than individual vocabulary words to help support your conversational skills. The app encourages correct speaking skills right from the start!Chatty AppsHiNativeHiNative is a global language community app that makes it possible to share your learning with native speakers or other learners from anywhere in the world. It supports over 110 languages.This app lets curious learners discover language and culture without ever leaving home! It has a  question-and-answer format that you can use to get insights and advice from native speakers. Not sure about a pronunciation? Curious about regional dialects? Have a last-minute travel issue?  Just use the audio upload feature and ask away!Even if you don’t know the correct words to phrase a question, it’s possible to get answers. There are question templates that facilitate communication.Additionally, if you’re stuck on understanding something in a foreign countryâ€"a menu or street sign, perhapsâ€"just take a photo and upload it. A nother learner will give you its meaning and maybe save you from ordering something you’d rather not eat or keep you from taking a wrong turn down a one-way street.Even if you don’t have a pressing language question, it’s beneficial to chat with others in your target language. This is one app that makes hours fly by.TandemTandem brings the conversation exchange experience to the world instantly and effortlessly. This language exchange app makes it possible to learn Japanese from someone in Kyoto and teach Italian to a learner in Sweden. It’s a fabulous conceptâ€"and it’s bringing learners together to the tune of 3 million people!Signing on is simple. Just select a language to learn (from over 150 possible languages) and you can find native speakers of that language who are learning your native language. Then, send instant messages, voice clips and pictures to your language partners so you can both learn from each other.There’s also a Tandem Tutor option for one-on-one tu toring if that’s more your style.This is a great language app for informal or idiomatic communication. Learn realistically from native speakers. And teach others your language at the same time. It’s a win-win situation for everyone!I’ll bet your iPad doesn’t look ordinary anymore, does it? You see it’s a multi-function language-learning secret weapon, don’t you?Only using it to stream movies or play games is a waste of a valuable resource.There are many benefits of learning languages. And the iPad is a top-notch method of gaining information so put it through its paces and learn languages with some excellent apps!Mission accomplished! And One More ThingWant to get a closer look at FluentU? Wed love to give you a quick preview!FluentU has a wide variety of videos, like movie trailers, funny commercials and web series, as you can see here:FluentU App Browse ScreenFluentU has interactive captions that let you tap on any word to see an image, definition, audio and useful e xamples. Now native language content is within reach with interactive transcripts.Didnt catch something? Go back and listen again. Missed a word? Hover your mouse over the subtitles to instantly view definitions.FluentU Interactive TranscriptsYou 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.

Web Statistics for April 2011

Web Statistics for April 2011 The overall web stats fell somewhat in April 2011 when compared to the record month of March 2011. This result has surprised us because Google upgraded Tutorz page rank (PR) from 2 to 4 which is a significant improvement. However, we remain very optimistic about our long-term traffic growth due to our consistent SEO efforts. There were 192 unique, non-spam lead. tha 3650. (3395 in February). The visitor-to-lead conversion ratio dropped slightly from 7.3 to 6.7%. Despite the traffic loss, Alexas Global Rank got remained steady at 1.08 million. The U.S. local rank even improved from from 516,000 to 475,000. Unfortunately, the bounce rate increased yet again from 38.4% to 41.6%. As a silver lining, the number of new visitor sign-ups remained constant at 27. The graphs below visualize some of these of web statistics.

Pre Algebra Help For Free Online Courses

Pre Algebra Help For Free Online CoursesPre algebra help for free online courses will give you great benefit to improve your grades in the middle school or high school. This help will make you a ready candidate to further your studies as a high school student. You can also opt for the online courses that will give you the opportunity to study at home or at any location as per your choice.There are different ways on how to avail of this helpful help. It includes the free help which is the best option if you have limited resources and/or time to do any serious studying or homework.Pre algebra help for free online courses give you the chance to learn how to calculate, solve and compare a variety of arithmetic problems using algebra concepts. The material that is being used to improve your aptitude and skills for algebra is the most beneficial.There are many different courses available which are really helpful to every child. Some of them include short math classes where you get to learn various math problems using real life examples.There are other similar type of math classes, which are available online as well. These are similar to the regular math classes that you may enroll for in schools.Pre algebra help for free online classes can be used to your advantage in order to build your mathematical skills. It gives you the freedom to explore math problems using your own brain and creativity.Aside from that, you can also choose to study algebra help for free online using many other interactive online tutoring tools. There are many teachers who are very enthusiastic to learn more about math and enjoy making it fun for their students.

Choosing A Ruby Move Tutor

Choosing A Ruby Move TutorIf you are considering a Ruby move from one place to another and are interested in the details, then you might be considering looking into a Ruby move tutor. There are several different types of tutors that can be found. Some of them are by your own choice, while some of them are through a particular company.The first type of tutor you will find is to do with companies. In this case, you will usually have to pay an initial fee. If you don't like it, you can try to go elsewhere. It's quite common for them to give you a certificate that shows that you have received instruction from a tutor.Next, you may choose to go through a different company. These will charge a lot less. This method is more suitable if you want to learn a little bit about moving from another place to your own.Last, you could also look for a search. These are usually found online. Most of them will provide you with a selection of move tutors who are relatively new to the business and give yo u the option of selecting a tutor.With any type of decision tree, you will have to choose the best option for you. As you go through the options, you should go for the tutors that you are most comfortable with. You don't have to just pick up the phone and contact a person.Be sure to check the quality of the tutor before you sign on with them. Make sure that they are qualified means being properly trained. If they have a license or know how to provide instruction, then you know that they have trained well and were competent.If you don't have the time to learn this all on your own, then the best bet is to hire a tutor. Just make sure you get one that is reputable and trained to help you get through the process successfully. It could take some time, but you'll feel much better knowing that you chose the right one.

Working in the Foodservice Industry

Working in the Foodservice Industry Everything You Need to Know About Working in the Catering Industry ChaptersWhat Can You Study to Become a Chef?Which Are the Best Cooking Schools in the UK?Where Can You Work as a Chef?How Much Do Chefs Earn?“If an architect makes a mistake, he grows ivy to cover it. If a doctor makes a mistake, he covers it with soil. If a cook makes a mistake, he covers it with some sauce and says it is a new recipe.” - Paul BocuseCooking lessons can help both professionals and amateurs.So how can you take your passion for cooking further?In this article, we’re going to have a look at what you can study if you want to become a chef, the best cooking schools in the UK, where you can work once you've become a chef, and how much chefs typically earn. 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(Source: Free-Photos)So how do you get started as a chef?Whether you’re changing careers or in school, there are a few different courses you can do.You have a few options:Professional Chef Diploma (NVQ Levels 1, 2, and 3)Foundation Degree in Culinary ArtsCraft Bakery City and Guilds Level 2Advanced Chef DiplomaThese courses last between a month and three years and are useful if you want to work as a chef. Additionally, there are several other qualifications you can study.Preparing food, buying ingredients, supply, doneness, etc. There’s more to it than just cooking. Budding chefs also need to learn about hygiene and safety. They’ll need to manage stock, finances, and learn all the skills necessary to work in the foodservice industry.There are qualifications at all levels for those wishing to be a chef. From GCSEs to Master’s Degrees in the Culinary Arts and there are also specialised courses and qualifications for specific types of cooking and skills.  There are many famed cooking schools around the UK, too. Of course, some of them will cost you a pretty penny to attend.Whatever you choose, make sure it’s the right choice for you and your career. If you’re passionate about cooking, the rest will fall into place.Which Are the Best Cooking Schools in the UK?There are cooking schools all over the UK. Some are better than others and budding chefs can learn more once they’ve finished school. There are several good schools for those who want to become a chef. (Source: skeeze)The very best cooking schools can be counted on both hands. They include:Le Cordon Bleu LondonTante Marie Culinary AcademyWestminster Kingsway CollegeRoyal Academy of Culinary ArtsThese are great places to learn how to cook.The reason?The quality of their courses, their reputation, and their esteemed alumni. Having qualifications from one of these schools or academies will do wonders for your CV and job prospects. A lot of recruiters will recognise certain schools and be more willing to employ someone who studied there, especially if it happens to be their alma mater.  Additionally, many are known for the quality of teaching and graduate they produce. Similarly, they’ll know that they’ve been taught by some of the best.Cooking courses are very hands-on. Unlike other qualifications and subjects where a graduate can arrive at a job with very little real-world experience, when it comes to cooking and being a chef, you’ll have done most of it before. There are also plenty of fields you can specialise in.Students who complete their courses can leave with some very specialised knowledge and in some cases, you’ll even be allowed to see cuisine from all over the world and try cooking it for yourself.It can be really difficult to get into some of these schools. For some, the first barrier to entry is the cost of the courses. A lot of cooking schools can be quite expensive. For example, you can pay thousands for a course. There is financial aid available for certain courses and degrees, for example, but even if you can afford it, your application will need to be pretty special to be accepted.Don't get discouraged. If you’re passionate, you can make it happen.Where Can You Work as a Chef?Once you’ve finished your studies, it’ll be time to look for work. Once you've become a chef, you need to find work. (Source: Pexels)But where can you apply to as a chef?There are different ways to get into catering.A lot of young chefs dreams of joining the world’s most famous restaurants. However, working in a Michelin-starred restaurant takes a lot of work, grit, and determination. If you didn’t attend a famed cookery school, it’ll be difficult to start your career in these types of restaurant.You might have to start with lesser-known restaurants. Just because it doesn’t have a Michelin star, it doesn’t mean it’s a bad restaurant. There’s a huge range of restaurants to explore. You need to find a restaurant that works for you.If you’re not interested in any of them, why not start your own restaurant?Stock management, preparing menus, managing staff, creating dishes, etc. It’ll be a lot of work but it’ll also be more satisfying.  Nevertheless, restaurants aren’t the only way to work in the foodservice industry.There are other kitchens you can work in: School canteens, at a business, nursing homes, etc. There are a lot of places to challenge you as a chef. You could also do seasonal work in hotel chains or at campsites where there’s a lot of demand in the summer. This is a great opportunity for those who like to travel and work in new places.For those who prefer more independence, you could always teach a cooking class or work as a personal chef. All this freedom can come at a cost, though.How Much Do Chefs Earn?It’s unlikely that chefs are going to go away any time soon. There are plenty of job offers for them as chefs are almost always in demand. This is why it’s quite uncommon for chefs not to find work. If you want to become a chef, you need to be passionate and motivated. (Source: Free-Photos)You can work as a commis chef under the restaurant’s main chef, for example. Restaurants may struggle to find a great chef among their commis chefs since you don’t need a lot of experience to work as a commis chef.No matter what your role is (chef de partie, commis chef, etc.), the most important thing is to gain experience and climb the ladder. The more experience you have, the easier it’ll be to find a job.  Without experience, you’ll never advance in the foodservice industry. However, there are plenty of career opportunities to get that experience.Even though many people dream of working in fancy restaurants, others prefer to open their own restaurants. This is a career choice that takes a lot of motivation because you need to prepare the food as well as manage stock and do some of the administration for your restaurant.In terms of salary, someone working in a restaurant won’t ear n the same as a freelancer or someone who owns their own business. As an employee in a restaurant, head chefs earn an average of £29,000 per year.  Generally speaking, the range is between £24k and £32k.Perseverance and passion are the two main ingredients in the recipe for the perfect chef.  If you don't fancy attending a culinary school or culinary institute, you could always get tutorials from a private tutor. Every culinary career starts by learning how to cook and food preparation, knife skills, menu planning, pastry arts, culinary skills, restaurant management, etc. You can't become a line cook and work your way up to sous chef and finally head chef without any experience or knowledge!If you need to learn more about cooking, consider getting private tuition from one of the talented tutors on Superprof. There are many cooking tutors on the platform and there are three main types of tutorial available: face-to-face tutorials, online tutorials, and group tutorials.Group tutori als include a single tutor and several students. While this dynamic means you won't get as much attention from your private tutor, you can save money by sharing the cost of your tutor's time with other students.Face-to-face tutorials are just between you and the tutor and are tailored to the student. They tend to cost more because they're a bespoke service but they're also hugely cost-effective.Finally, online tutorials are taught via webcam. With no travel costs and the ability to schedule more tutorials per week, the tutor can charge a more competitive rate for their tutorials.