Thursday, April 2, 2020

What is the Best Use of a Free Math Help Calculator?

What is the Best Use of a Free Math Help Calculator?If you are looking for a free math help calculator algebra you can take it from anyone online. You can download it online or you can download it from one of the many sites that offer the calculator for free. The main benefit is that anyone can benefit from it. You can take it from your young child to a teenager, a math teacher to a high school student and it can be used by anyone who uses algebra.You can use your algebra online through an algebra classroom, online Algebra workbook or free-standing and portable Algebra software. The main advantages to take algebra online is that it can be accessed anywhere and anytime. Anyone can use the online calculators and enter information into the display.The best advantage to take online free mathematics is that it can be accessed at any time. This will help you keep on top of your work while you are out of the office or while you are on vacation. The ease of use makes it quick and easy to ent er and calculate. You can get your work done in less than a minute to compute and find the answer.All you need to do is take a few minutes and learn about the different shapes and sizes of numbers and how to multiply them. Once you get the hang of it you can even convert different shapes to different numbers in the converted shapes. You will get a completely new concept about numbers. And if you are more advanced you can do whatever you want with the algebra while you are working on your homework.When you take algebra online, it makes it even easier to multiply and to add. When you learn algebra online and then start taking algebra in a classroom, you can always look up the notes and work out the problem with a professor. You do not have to look for the answers to the math problem in a book.The great thing about taking algebra online is that you do not have to worry about forgetting anything or having to write anything down. You can read, you can watch a video or you can do both. It is convenient to take algebra online, it is easy to do, you can complete the work in less than 10 minutes.The main benefit of taking online algebra is that it is very easy and convenient to use. It can be accessed from anywhere you are and you can use it whenever you want. There is no reason to leave your work until the next day. You can complete the math problem and the answer in less than 5 minutes.

Sunday, March 22, 2020

3 Crucial Tools to Help You Learn Guitar

3 Crucial Tools to Help You Learn Guitar Suzy S. The Black Keys drummer Patrick Carney told Rolling Stone magazine recently that Nickelback is killing off the rock genre.   Agree?   Disagree? There will always be rivalries in the music industry, but whomever you side with, one thing is for certain: they all started out as complete beginners at one point.   So if youre just a beginner now, it will be up to you to determine who youll want to end up like. But first, youll need some important tools.   Take a look at this great list from ultimate-guitar.com for the most essential tools for beginner guitar players: Essential tool 1: Metronome A metronome is crucial to developing many skills. Most players already know this, but if you haven’t used one yet then get your hands on one. There are a few different types you can get. You can get a software version (normally for free) for your computer or iPhone (most phones can get one). The second type is the physical pendulum type you see with a metal arm ticking back and forth. The third type is a digital version. This type could be as basic as providing a simple click or as complicated as generating a stack of rhythms and loops. Things you can do with a metronome: • Develop your rhythm abilities • Practice fast/complicated licks or solos • Improve your speed picking/playing • Master techniques such as tapping or sweep picking • Develop your strumming patterns Essential tool 2: Rhythm generator/drum looper There are many different names and labels for this tool. Basically, it is a little box where you can choose a style of music (such as blues, rock, metal, swing, etc.) and it will play a drum beat that fits that style, at a tempo you choose. The better ones will also allow you to choose a key and it will play a progression in that key with the drums for you to jam over. They normally have hundreds of different options and you have full control over how everything sounds. Instead of buying a digital metronome, if it’s in your budget you may want to get one of these instead. All of them will have a metronome option to give you a simple click. Here are some things you could try with a rhythm generator: • Learn how to jam in a style you have never tried before • Write solos and licks in different keys and different styles • Write song ideas and riffs that fit with different drums patterns • Practice scales and learn what sound or ‘flavor’ they give your playing Essential tool 3: Flash cards, chord charts, and chord dictionaries These three tools will all help you learn a range of different chords in different ways. Chord charts are normally a poster or page with a selection of chord diagrams. You can buy ones large enough to stick on your wall or they sometimes come with books. Chord dictionaries are just like they sound â€" a dictionary full of chords. Chord dictionaries can contain up to a couple hundred different chords. Flash cards are like a pack of playing cards where each card displays a chord diagram and other information. Using these tools will help you develop your chord vocabulary. The more chords you know, the more options you have. More choices of chords will give your songs more interesting sounds and will have a big impact on your songwriting or improvising. The average beginner will know about 10 basic open chords, whereas the expert guitarist will know over a hundred different options all over the neck. Don’t underestimate how important it is to learn more chords! Even expert players continue to learn new chord shapes. Here are some things you can do using chord flash cards, dictionaries and charts: • Learn more chords • Write interesting chord progressions and songs • Improve chord progressions by finding more interesting chords • Learn the notes behind the chord types (eg: major, minor, seventh, etc) • Understand music with chord theory   Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Image courtesy of http://fretterverse.com/2010/04/20/practice-with-a-metronome/

Friday, March 6, 2020

How to Find the Right Voice Teacher for the Long Run

How to Find the Right Voice Teacher for the Long Run Suzy S. Want to learn how to sing? Selecting a great voice teacher to take lessons with is your first step! Read on as Chicago and online teacher Ian H.  shares his advice for finding the perfect teacher for you Finding a teacher whose philosophy fits your learning style is a huge challenge for both student and teacher. It can translate to a great deal of success or stagnancy for young artists developing their voices. Your pace of learning, entering ability, and choice of musical repertoire should all play into how you choose a teacher, though at the forefront of the criteria should be a healthy approach. With this kind of healthy foundation, your teacher is better able to: Challenge you appropriately for your age, ability, and development Offer support tailored to your specific needs Structure a plan for you and your voice Instill correct technique within each lesson Keep in mind: healthy singing lends itself to all styles, whereas style does not necessarilyalways lend itself to healthy singing. A singer of any genre is capable of hurting their instrument, though with a healthy approach, artistic and stylistic choices can be made more effectively and bolster your stamina. So, how can you use this information to make sure youre working with the right instructor? Always keep in mind that your teacher should: Challenge you without hurting you   Arts education and musical training have been a huge part of my life ever since I was a very young student. Right as I began to mature vocally, at the age of 18 years old, I grew an inconveniently placed abscess in my tonsil and throat due to a strep infection. This left me tender, scarred, and with a whole new mechanism to learn and sing with. In the very early days of my college years this caused quite a bit of grief in my vocal production, but what absolutely saved me were my private teachers who kept me in a healthy and productive place. Continually focus on your vocal health   It has taken me years to understand vocal technique, because it takes years to study, learn, and master it. My injury aside, what kept me healthy and capable as a young singer were my teachers and professors devoted to offering me good solid technical foundations to avoid injuries, such as vocal nodules and hemorrhaging. Considering my injury it was extra important that I focus on healthy singing, so as not to burn myself out with bad habits and injury. Structure a plan for you to follow I felt stifled in my repertoire choices because of what happened with my injury; I wanted to be challenged with operatic arias, interesting song cycles, music far too large for my vocal ability. But had I been given what I wanted, my poor little vocal folds and over-taxed soft palette would have been fried to nothing. Instead, my teachers focused on music with a limited range to help me build stamina, explore the breaks of my voice, and find my breath. We worked to reestablish my understanding of my instrument. I was not the most receptive student to this slow and reparative approach, thus slowing my progress down tremendously. Being a brash young man and wanting challenge clouded my judgment, and I failed to see the challenge of building my own instrument. This applies to any style of singing the artist performs; there needs to be an approach from a healthy place. Show you how to get the most out of your voice lessons   Finding singing teachers and coaches that truly support your progress and vocal ability is vitally important. Those who go into the field of teaching are people who desire to educate people in their chosen craft, they want to do well for their students. Though, not every teacher is a fit for a you. Listening to your bodys defense signals and finding a teacher whose language corresponds with that body language provides and safe and productive environment to learn and grow. Educating yourself is important, practice is important, but more important is you and your teacher knowing your limits and how to push them. In the early stages of vocal study, looking at technique and health will only inform the art to come. Dont allow the stars in your eyes to blind you from your future. If you want to sing Jazz but your teacher is giving you simple folk songs, ask him or her what the lesson is. Learning line, breath, and control. Finding color, phrasing, and stamina. Work on yourself so that as you find your style and voice you can continue singing for years to follow. Ian H. teaches singing, acting, piano, and more in Chicago, IL, as well as through online lessons. He has  a comprehensive knowledge of classical repertoire, as well as experience in Jazz Standards and Golden Age Broadway tunes. Learn more about Ian here!   Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo  by Kevin Lee

Thursday, March 5, 2020

Inequalities in one variable 1

Inequalities in one variable 1 Inequality is an equation where two sides of the equations are unequal. Inequality is the equation which has less than or greater than symbols in it i.e. and respectively. An inequality equation can contain variables, constants and exponents for the variables. Variable is an unknown varying quantity it can be represented by an alphabet such as (x, y, z, m, n.). There are different mathematical operations that can be used in an inequality like addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Example 1: Find the solution of the inequality equation x - 4 6? Solution: Given is the inequality equation with one unknown variables x. The inequality x - 4 6 has a greater than sign. Add 4 on both sided of the equation. This gives, x - 4 + 4 6 + 4. Here one side the positive and negative 4 combine to form 0. The other side 6 + 4 = 10. This gives: x + 0 10. Hence the solution to the inequality is x 10. Question: Multiple choice question (Pick the correct option.) Which one of the following is the answer for the inequality m 9 - 4? a) m 5 b) m 5 c) m = 5 d) None of these. Correct answer: option a. Here given is the inequality m 9 - 4. (Lesser than symbol.) The inequality can be simplified on the right hand side 9 4 = 5. This is gives m 5.

Learn English Grammar Your Daily Dose of Online English

Learn English Grammar Your Daily Dose of Online English Step by Step ESOL Grammar to Perfect your English ChaptersDay One: The Evolution of English GrammarDay Two: Parts of Speech and How to Use ThemDay Three: Double-Function WordsDay Four: Grammar ClausesDay Five: Marking Time with Verb TensesDay Six: Aspects of StyleDay Seven: The Best Grammar ExercisesEvery animal communicates, but only humans use more than individual sounds. We string them together in complex patterns that give meaning, both overt and implied - through context clues.Overt meaning is what a word or sentence represents; implied meaning is conveyed by word choice, tone, and body language.Human languages have a structure that is defined by rules for every aspect of communication. This collection of rules is identified by the blanket term: grammar.Sir William Jones first recognised patterns of speech and writing, sometime during the 1780s, while analysing Latin, Greek and Sanskrit. He found these grammars to be fully formed; complete in every aspect of their language.Grammar has developed in the last three thousand years, but it has not improved and it has not degenerated. It has merely changed.Slow and constant change, without improvement and without degeneration, is a characteristic of grammar in all languages. - Christopher MulveyBe that as it may, the English language is our focus. Let us explore it, from development, through evolution, to the impact of globalisation on our native tongue today.Along the way, we will study tricky aspects of English grammar and vocabulary.Grammar evolves but does not grow or stagnate. Source: Pixabay Credit: Geraltetymology?The West Germanic language already had a complete grammar system.  As the tribal languages melded into our beloved English, the grammar rules simply transferred from the old tongue to the new.Through other influences, mainly French and Latin, the English language in turn adopted, rejected and further cultivated aspects from other tongues to create the unique and distinctive speech that nearly two billion people worldwide can speak.And millions more, like you, strive to learn. Day Two: Parts of Speech and How to Use ThemYou, who are learning English as a second language, make a conscious effort to study each word's function and the meaning it gives to the idea you are trying to convey.If we think of vocabulary as the building blocks of language, it is critical to understand differences from one type of 'block' to another, and how they should be arranged for maximum effectiveness.Nouns are naming words.Anything you can see, touch or talk about is given a name.Nouns can be either common or proper.Your name is a proper noun. So are names of mountains, buildings, rivers, tunnels and monuments.Proper nouns and titles are capitalized. That is why our queen is called The Queen. Every doctor in every English-speaking country is addressed in English as Doctor, or Dr. and our teachers as Mr., Mrs., Miss,  Master  or Mistress.Important moments in time are capitalised, too. The Ice Age happened a long time ago, but World War II surviv ors are still alive today.For more rules on when to capitalize a noun, you can refer to this page.Be it Verb or a PredicateVerbs have several functions in the English language, the main one being to describe actions.Verbs can also tell us about mental activity like thinking, or represent a state of being. Verb conjugation and usage is one of the most difficult aspects of English grammar for Esl students, especially English learners whose native language verbs never change forms.Besides conjugation â€" changing verb endings to match pronouns or nouns, verb tenses are a particular challenge for non native students of English.The English language has twelve common tenses to indicate when action happens, if it has yet to occur, or if it is already complete. There are a further four special tenses, to be used only in certain grammar constructs.We will talk more in-depth about verbs later on.Adjectives and AdverbsThese words are describers. They add depth to our communications and help us visualize what is being talked about.Curious, he chewed his food thoughtfully as he pondered the question.This sentence contains a descriptive to a noun and to a verb.Can you find them? Imagine this sentence bare of any extra information:He chewed his food as he pondered.With this basic sentence, we have no idea what his state of mind is â€" indicated in the first sentence as curious.We have no clue what he is pondering. Maybe he is just wondering if he has enough milk for his morning tea.We have no indication of his mood.The use of descriptives is essential for good communication but, as the idiom goes: too much of a good thing can be bad.Many who learn English as a second language tend to saturate their speaking and writing with descriptives.Warning! Liberally sprinkling such words throughout your spoken or written English can reduce your fluency by making your sentences too cumbersome to speak clearly.Prepositions and ConjunctionsPrepositions are words that describe a relationsh ip between a noun/pronoun and some other word in the sentence.My English books are behind my computer.My books are on my desk.This page can tell you more about prepositions.A conjunction connects two related ideas.My reading comprehension is good but my listening skills are poor.Both ideas expressed in this sentence relate to English skills. They are joined by a conjunction. The DeterminerWords that give a measure of something, such as: a, an, the, some, and those all help you determine which specific items are being discussed.Hand me those  IELTS answer sheets, please.Those indicates a specific pile of exam answer forms the speaker would like to have given to him.Omitting determiners â€" or using the wrong one is common mistake made by English learners.These words are vital to English comprehension. Without determiners, we cannot know exactly what the speaker is talking about.Here is a great lesson on determiners and how to use them.These are the major parts of speech. Next, we wil l discuss double-function words.Double-function words expand English vocabulary Source: Pixabay Credit: Piro4DDay Three: Double-Function WordsWe all know how tricky English grammar can be. English vocabulary is at times even more treacherous!For example:The words before and after might have been among your earliest English language acquisitions.Did you know they can serve three separate functions, depending on where in the sentence they are positioned?When they precede or follow the clause they depend on, they are conjunctionsWhen they come before a noun or pronoun, they are prepositionsWhen used independent of any clause and away from pronouns and nouns, the two words are considered adverbs.Can you make up sentences in which before and after fill their various functions?Nouns as AdjectivesAre you an English teacher or an Esl student?In this sentence, English and Esl â€" although generally nouns, both function as  adjectives, describing the teacher and the learner, respectively.Have you encountered an instance when a noun was used as an adjective during your lessons? Adjectives as NounsIf nouns can serve as adjectives, then adjectives can also serve as nouns.The rich should help the poor.The words rich and poor are typically used as adjectives, but in this case, they are used to name entire groups of the population.Remember that nouns are naming words. The general rule is that, if you can put an article in front of an adjective, it functions as a noun.Double Function VerbsLearning to conjugate and use regular and irregular verbs in all sixteen tenses is quite a challenge.To make the situation more complicated, some verbs can be: both linking and action, transitive and intransitive, modal and auxiliary, depending on how they are used.This is a partial list of verbs that can be both linking and action:tastelikeappearbecomefeelCan you write a linking and action sentence for each one?You should also be aware that some verbs can be transitive or intransitive, depen ding on usage.Tony demonstrated his proficiency in business English.Cathy demonstrated at the protest.Which one is transitive? The best way to find out if a verb is transitive is to ask what? Or who?  after the subject-verb portion of the sentence.Now that we've learned all about double-function words, let's put them to use.UK, and Esl teachers around the world recommend that their students include Elements of Style in their English language study materials, alongside their dictionary and thesaurus.In those pages you will find guidelines for proper English that are not necessarily covered by any grammar rule. In spite of all the timeless style recommendations in that book,  there are some grammar rules you can break.Let us now test your overall knowledge of English grammar. Day Seven: The Best Grammar ExercisesAs you learn to speak English, you will find that understanding grammar will improve your ability to use the language.Every Verb Tense Conjugates Differently.Writing or speaki ng, especially using the negative form of any verb phrase can be complex, even more so if you are composing a sentence using an irregular verb.It pays to practise this aspect of grammar.On Sentence StructureTo speak English fluently, you should use short, concise sentences with as few adjectives and adverbs as possible.Word order rules can sometimes be complicated. To become fluent in English, you must internalise these edicts and use them in your spoken and written English.Proper Punctuation is VitalOddly enough, English courses seldom emphasise the importance of punctuation.Punctuation errors being so prevalent in the language, obviously English teaching should include in-depth instruction on how to use these marks effectively.Fortunately, if you are learning English online, you can find many sites that promote the proper use of punctuation.The University of Bristol  has such a page. It is loaded with practice exercises and quizzes that address punctuation.Using the Right WordThe trouble with English words is that so many of them sound exactly alike! Some of them are even spelled the same.Effect and affect is just such a word pair. One of them suggests a quality that expresses outward; the other is one that works inwardly.Affect is generally used as a verb.Effect can be either a noun or a verb, but is mainly used as a noun.To sharpen your vocabulary skills, you can test your vocabulary knowledge of the most frequently confused word pairs.The Best Grammar ExerciseThe best way to work your English language skills is to use them at every available opportunity.You should not concern yourself too much over whether any given word is a preposition, a conjunction or an abomination of the language.Our formula to achieve fluency: learn abundantly, speak frequently, and challenge yourself constantly.Learning English in daily doses will increase your language competence Source: Pixabay Credit: Emilian DanailaEnglish Learning in Daily DosesGrammar is a demonstration of t he complexity of the human mind; it is something that evolved as we evolved; it is a product of nature, not of culture. - Daniel EverettDuring native English speakers' early education, emphasis is placed on proper pronunciation, and reading and writing skills. Grammar learning happens as a matter of course.On the other hand, Non native English speakers delve deeply into grammar rules, sometimes at the cost of developing speaking skills and sacrificing pronunciation altogether.One does not need to understand fundamentals of electricity to enjoy its benefits. To learn English, you don't need to know whether a verb is transitive or intransitive in order to conjugate it and use it correctly.Maybe it is not necessary to know why some words serve more than one function in order to speak English properly.But, if you want a strong foundation for your English language skills, then your English learning must include knowledge of every aspect that binds it together.Learn English online with a private tutor from Superprof!

What To Do When Someone Steals Your Ideas - Introvert Whisperer

Introvert Whisperer / What To Do When Someone Steals Your Ideas - Introvert Whisperer What To Do When Someone Steals Your Ideas What do you do when someone you know steals your ideas? I have previously outlined things you can do to either prevent idea theft or to ensure your ideas are public enough for others to realize where they came from, to begin with. But, let’s go to the next step with this problem. Let’s say you’ve done all the right things to give your ideas visibility but the “Idea Thief” has still taken your idea and ran with it. What do you do then? I believe you have the following choices: Ignore them. Doing nothing is easy in that you don’t have to take any action and may allow you to get over it faster. Let the person know that the idea came from you and then step back. This approach takes the assumption the other person may not be aware of what they did and may do the right thing once they know of their error. Let the person know and ask them to stop. Much more confrontational and risks getting ugly. This sort of approach can have lingering effects of all sorts that you may not want to deal with. Let the person know, ask them to stop and take the next step. Taking the next step could be escalating to some form of management or even an attorney. Not an option or choice: Waging a “war of words” in social media. You hear this all the time. It never turns out good so I note this only because you will never have the potential for a good outcome. As you go through this list, the level of personal investment â€" especially emotional â€" increases exponentially. I believe you pursue a response that is proportionate to the impact or damage (or potential damage) it does to you. In other words, just because it makes you angry, doesn’t mean that the impact to you is all that great. I also don’t think you brush it off simply because you avoid confrontation. This is a situation where you may need to muster the courage to stand up for yourself. This is one time where I think you have to clear your head, let the emotion die down and then try as best you can to make a rational decision. I’d suggest you consult with one of your more levelheaded friends to help you sort it out. The good news:   This doesn’t happen very often so you may never face it. I hope that is your situation but if it does, you’ll now know what to do. A good defense is a good offense. Power-Influence-Office Politics: it comes down to your Strategic Relationships and understanding of how you build each one of these elements. I want to help you accelerate your career by connecting you with your Free Instant Access to my video that outlines all of this and meaningful actions you can take today!  Start watching now by clicking here! Brought to you by Dorothy Tannahill-Moran â€" dedicated to unleashing your professional potential. Introvert Whisperer

Finding a Site to Download the AutoCAD Program

Finding a Site to Download the AutoCAD Program Where to  Find  AutoCAD   ChaptersA Brief Description of AutoCADWhat Are Some of the Benefits of Using AutoCAD?Where to Find AutoCAD“This is a software-powered world.” â€" Satya Nadella  The days  of textbooks, libraries, and encyclopedias are long gone.  Software systems have revolutionised  how things are learnt and done?in the workplace, at home, and in education.  Famous software developers such as Mark Zuckerberg and Bill Gates have made billions of US dollars developing modern-day systems that are used daily such as Facebook and Microsoft. Their inventions have made communication and access to knowledge more obtainable than ever before.  But what about technology and software systems in the workplace, has it really changed??  The developments in modern-day technology have skyrocketed since the 90s and employers and businesses have  welcomed the?efficiency of user-friendly software.  For professionals working in technical fields such as electricity, architecture, and graphic design a software system that was developed in the 80s is a  godsend.?  Which software is that??  AutoCAD. A computer-aided design software application that has been improved each year since its release in December 1982, AutoCAD has transformed the way technical projects are conducted.  In today’s article, we will briefly discuss  AutoCAD  and some of its features, such as rendering, prototyping, 3D modelling,  geometry sketch  creation,  and  building design.    AutoCAD  is  produced by  Autodesk, and users can create both 2D and 3D drawings that are used in construction and manufacturing.  AutoCAD is  compatible with both Microsoft and Mac products.  AutoCAD is  utilised  in the  mechanical, telecom, civil, and architectural engineering  fields. It is a  specialized piece of  software  and requires  time to  learn.  AutoCAD is used and  appreciated by professionals  to increase overall productivity, to improve the quality of the design, to create a database for manufacturing, and to improve communicatio n through documentation.  Before this software came into existence, engineers used drafters and sheets to draw designs of a product which was very time consuming, and to make matters worse, if the drawer or designer messed up and drafted a blueprint that was unsatisfactory to the client,  they had to start again from scratch.  Blueprints  to manufacture  engine valves and engine parts  are some of the most common?things created with AutoCAD. The fact that  AutoCAD  can be easily accessed from one portable computer to another makes it easier for all members of the design team to review or fix any potential issues before the manufacturing and assembling  process.  What Are Some of the Benefits of Using AutoCAD?Since there are pros and cons to everything in life, the following are some of the benefits of using AutoCAD in daily life:Users can create an impressively accurate CAD drawing or design;  The plans and drawings can be either in 2D or 3D format and can be rotated to get a better view of the finished product;  Other indispensable computer programs or software can be linked and used simultaneously to design and draw on the AutoCAD system;  AutoCAD  has introduced  features  to create, edit, and adjust  3D designs and 3D models  before the printing process;  Are you a designer looking to create your next masterpiece? Look no further because the AutoCAD program helps those working in the fashion industry with the design process when creating new  jewellery, dresses, or other top fashion sketches that will rule the runways come fashion week in the fall;  Architects love using the AutoCAD software to design, plan, execute, and test the strength of a building before the construction phase has started; highly recommended for budding architects looking to acquire  and complete the best building designs available in the world of architecture;  Industrial engineers face  pressure to design  objects that reduce manufacturing costs.  AutoCAD  accomplishes this task by replacing the long hours of manual designing. Also,  AutoCAD  allows  industrial engineers  to  thoroughly  analyse  sketches and troubleshoot potential issues before production.  When using AutoCAD software, users will praise its overall efficiency and practicality; before its utilisation, regular tasks were far more complicated.But, where does one find AutoCAD software for download?  Where to Find AutoCADAutoCAD software can be downloaded on Windows or Mac. (Source: Unsplash)While there are many different online resources that offer the AutoCAD software, the following are the best and help users start drafting and drawing ASAP:  Autodesk (UK):?Subscribe for a 3-year term and save 10% on AutoCAD.  Click here to purchase.  Autodesk (Australia):?Subscribe for a 3-year term and save 10% on AutoCAD.  Click here to purchase.Easy as pie, effectively setting up an account and downloading the AutoCAD software is a brilliant idea for professionals working in technical fields.

English Modal Verbs with Second Conditional Video and Exercise

English Modal Verbs with Second Conditional Video and Exercise A lot of our English students have difficulty knowing when to use would or could in a sentence with the Second Conditional. For example:If I had a million dollars, I would buy a million hotdogs.If I had a million dollars, I could buy a million hotdogs.Both sentences are correct, but they have different meanings, because of the change in modal verbs (would and could). Do you know the difference? Watch the video below for some help. You can also check out more of our English learning videos. Complete the exercises below. Write your answers in comments, and we will read them for you.Explain the difference between these two sentences:If I were a little faster, I would win the race.If I were a little faster, I could win the race.Fill in the gaps:If you were a millionaire, you ____ buy a million hotdogs, but I dont recommend it.If he had a car, he _____ be a dangerous driver.If I were smart, I ____ save more money.If I were wealthy, I _____ save more money, but its hard to know for sure.If you saved more money, you _____ retire earlier.If I saved more money, I ____ definitely retire earlier. Giuseppe Perna 1)  If you were a millionaire, you could buy a million hotdogs, but I don’t recommend it. 2)  If he had a car, he would be a dangerous driver. 3)  If I were smart, I would save more money. 4)  If I were wealthy, I could save more money, but it’s hard to know for sure. 5) If you saved more money, you could retire earlier. 6)  If I saved more money, I would definitely retire earlier. LOIEnglish Giuseppe,Well done! Perfect score! Jernieferlopez its good

Food in the United States Its not all Hamburgers and Hotdogs

Food in the United States Its not all Hamburgers and Hotdogs One of my favorite English lessons to give students is about food. We talk about what they eat in their country, and ask what dishes and cuisine they associate with different countries, including Mexico, Japan and the United States.When I ask what food they associate with the United States, they almost always say hamburgers and hotdogs. Or Mcdonalds, or fast food in general. Ive been trying to convince them that there really is a variety of food here, that its not all hamburgers and hotdogs and fast food, but its been hard for me to pin down just what I would call cuisine from the United States.So, rather than try to explain it with words anymore, Im going to start posting a regular series of photos to show people just what it is we eat in the U.S.Heres two I took with my iPhone in the last few weeks:This is the pastry case at my favorite local coffee shop in Whitefish, Montana. I had the chocolate raspberry bread.Brussels sprouts from the local Farmers Market.