Micanopy Library Tutoring

Micanopy Library TutoringThe Mexican American Writers Project is offering free, one-on-one tutoring for children that will help you give your child a better education. Micanopy Library Tutoring will help you give your child the help they need in school while still allowing them to make progress in their personal growth and development.Micanopy tutoring is not just about learning in school. There are several other programs offered by Micanopy that include health and nutrition, enrichment of character, and sports. These programs provide kids with the tools they need to become successful adults in every area of their lives. Your child can get a better understanding of school from a program like this.Micanopy provides a comprehensive program for your child that can provide him or her with a chance to learn. They are able to tackle subjects that many teachers have not taught them. They are more motivated when it comes to learning, and they are more involved in their own school.Micanopy's tutoring services offer a wide variety of children. Some areas of focus include Math, Science, English, Reading, Arts, Music, Natural Sciences, Fine Arts, and Health & Nutrition. By going with a tutor, your child can have the chance to explore various subjects and gain a better understanding of the various subjects.Micanopy provides additional support to their tutors to ensure that your child gets the proper support in every area of his or her life. You can use this resource to hold regular meetings with your child's tutor. There are things your child can do to work on the skills you teach. These include teaching your child how to make conversation, correct grammar, or how to solve problems.The tutoring sessions allow you to review educational resources to make sure you child gets the best possible education. It also allows you to see where your child can improve and then incorporate those things into the curriculum.Tutoring by Micanopy provides a strong foundation to any child. It gives them tools they need to become successful adults in every area of their lives.

Teach in the UAE in 2018 with Emirates National Schools (with job postings)

Teach in the UAE in 2018 with Emirates National Schools (with job postings) If you’re a qualified teacher looking to broaden your horizons, teaching in the UAE could be just the opportunity for you! For the past decade, teachers from all over the world have been flocking to the UAE in droves, drawn to the tax-free salaries and luxury living. And while it’s true that the quality of life and general living standards are exceptional in the UAE, that’s not all that the country has to offer. A true cultural melting pot (the UAE is home to over 200 nationalities), there’s historyand culture by the bucket load in each of the seven emirates. Living and teaching in the UAE will expose you to new people, traditions and experiences on a daily basis. And don’t forget the sunny weather, the stunning beaches and the wealth of incredible experiences available on your doorstep! Want to find out your earning potential teaching anywhere in the world? Get a decent idea of what you can expect with the help of our free teach abroad salary calculator! Emirates National Schools vacancies for 2018 Emirates National Schools are currently on the lookout for certified teachers with at least two years of teaching experience across a variety of subjects and grade levels for openings at their campuses throughout the UAE. Vacancies at Emirates National Schools for the 2018 school year include: Kindergarten teachers Elementary teachers Middle school English teachers Middle school science teachers Middle school math teachers High school chemistry teachers High school biology teachers High school physics teachers High school math teachers These two-year teaching contracts come with a lucrative, tax-free monthly salary (which varies depending on your subject specialty and experience level) and stellar benefits, including: Furnished accommodation Annual airfare for you and up to three dependents Medical insurance End-of-contract bonus Visit the Emirates National Schools page on Teach Away to find out more about the schools and available positions (or simply click the links above to apply). Best of luck with your application!

Where on earth should I teach English abroad [With free TEFL country comparison chart]

Where on earth should I teach English abroad [With free TEFL country comparison chart] TEFL country comparison chart One of the trickiest parts of moving abroad to teach is figuring out where you should actually go. (Been there, done the excessive amounts of paperwork...and fallen into our fair share of internet rabbit holes along the way). At Teach Away, there isn’t a day that goes by without someone asking one of us what the requirements for teaching English abroad are and where the best place to go is. But the fact is, there’s just no one quick answer and no one-size-fits all ESL destination. It really varies from country to country and person to person, especially when it comes to factors out of your control, like visa regulations, education and experience requirements, age and nationality limits...the list goes on. So, if you’re not sure where you want to teach abroad, our chart below is a great place to start. At a glance, you can see which countries pay the most, what the average salary for an ESL teacher is overseas, what the visa situation looks like, who your students are likely to be, the average contract length, education requirements and information about common perks like housing and flights. So have a look - maybe you know all about South Korea but never considered options like Bolivia or Costa Rica. But before you scroll any further...read this You just want to get out there and travel the world, amirite? Our advice is to buckle down, get your TEFL certificate out of the way and move to the next action point on the list. (And yes, you should get TEFL certified before you teach abroad!) But keep this in mind while you’re TEFL shopping - most countries hiring ESL teachers want to see a 120-hour TEFL on your application (either online or in-person will do). If you’re planning on investing in a TEFL course (and we suggest you think of it as an investment - this is your future we’re talking about ) you might as well choose one that meets the minimum requirements for most countries. In short, we like to think of a 120-hour TEFL course as your passport to teaching English practically anywhere in the world. Now, onto the good stuff - our humongous beast of a chart. TEFL country comparison chart Asia Country TEFL Degree Teaching experience Age limit Nationality restrictions Visa Typical students Average salary (USD)/month Benefits (housing, flights, etc) Cambodia TEFL required 120 hours minimum Not required Sometimes required Under 65 years old None Proof of fluent English Tourist / Work visa School children, private tutoring business professional $700 - 1,000 Not included China TEFL required 120 hours minimum Most positions Require BA/BS Not required Under 55 years old None Prefer native English speakers Work visa in advance School children, private tutoring business professionals $1,500 - 2,000 Housing,flights benefits Hong Kong TEFL required 120 hours minimum BA(English major preferred) Preferred Under 60 years old None Work visa Business professionals, children (public private schools) $2,000 - 3,000 Sometimes cover flights accommodation India TEFL required 120 hours minimum B.Ed. OR any BA/BS with teaching experience Experience required If you don’t have a B.Ed. None Native English speakers preferred Proof of fluency required Work visa Business professionals, private language schools, adults and children $680 - 1,400 Not usually included Indonesia TEFL required 120 hours minimum BA required Not required Under 60 years old Native English speakers Work visa Private public schools, business professionals children $700 - 1,100 Sometimes housing and flights are covered Japan TEFL preferred BA required Preferred Under 65 years old Educated through English for a minimum of 12 years Work visa in advance Public private schools, adults children $2,200 - 3,000 Usually included Kazakhstan TEFL preferred BA/BS preferred None None No preference Work visa Business professionals children $800 - 1,500 Sometimes flights housing Kyrgyzstan Required no minimum BA/BS preferred Not required None Native English speakers preferred Work Visa Business professionals children $400 - 800 Sometimes provide housing Laos TEFL required 120 hours preferred BA/BS preferred Teaching experience preferred None Native proficiency English speakers Tourist/work visa Private public schools, Business professionals children $500 - 1,000 Not included Lebanon TEFL required 120 hours preferred BA/BS required Teaching experience preferred None Native English speaker Tourist/work visa Private public schools, Business professionals children $900 - 1,500 Not included Malaysia CELTA or TEFL required 120 hours minimum BA/BS required MA preferred 2-3 years’ teaching experience preferred Under 60 years old Native English speakers preferred Proof of fluency Work visa Business professionals, school children, public private $1,200 - 2,300 Occasionally provide housing flights Myanmar (Burma) TEFL required 120 hour Minimum preferred BA/BS required Some experience required None Native English speaker preferred Work visa Business professionals children $1,500 - 2,000 Sometimes included Russia 100 hour TEFL required minimum Not required Teaching experience required None Native English speakers preferred Proof of English fluency Work visa Business professionals, school children private schools $500 - 2,000 Sometimes included South Korea 120 hour TEFL required BA/BS required Teaching experience preferred Under 60 years old Native English speakers Work visa in advance Private public schools $1,800 - 2,500 Flights housing included Thailand 120 hour TEFL required minimum BA required 2 years’ teaching experience preferred Under 60 years old Native English speakers South African candidates need an IELTS test Work visa Business professionals, children, public private schools $950 - 1,300 Usually includes housing flights Vietnam TEFL required 120 hour preferred BA/BS required Under 60 years old No nationality restrictions Proof of English fluency Tourist / Work visa Business professionals, school children, Private public schools $1,000 - 2,000 Not included Europe Country TEFL Degree Teaching experience Age limit Nationality restrictions Visa Typical students Average salary (USD)/month Benefits (housing, flights, etc) Austria TEFL required no minimum BA/BS required Preferred None EU, American Canadian EU members can legally work here Work visa School children, private tutoring business professionals $1,900 - 2,800 Not included Belgium TEFL required no minimum BA/BS Required Not stated None EU citizenship, some exceptions EU members don’t need one, work visas in exceptional cases Business professionals private students $1,400 - 2,000 Not included Bulgaria TEFL required 120 hours minimum Not required Some teaching experience Under 65 years old EU members preferred EU member or work visa School children, private tutoring business professionals $350 - 650 Not included Czech Republic TEFL required 120 hours minimum BA in English usually required Preferred None EU members preferred Proof of fluent English EU member or tourist visa change to work visa or work visa in advance Private schools, summer camps foreign language schools $700 - 1,100 Not included France TEFL required 120 hours minimum BA/BS required Preferred None EU members preferred Proof of English fluency EU members or work/tourist visa Business professionals, summer camps, language schools, children $900 - 2,000 Not included Georgia TEFL preferred no minimum Associate’s degree or diploma Not required Under 60 years old UK, EU, IRE, USA, CAN, AUS, NZ, SA nationals preferred Tourist Visa can depend on nationality Foreign language schools, private students, children $220 Accommodation flights possible Germany TEFL required 120 hours minimum BA/BS preferred Not required None Native English speakers preferred, proof of fluency required EU members preferred or tourist visa converted to a work visa Business professionals, private schools tutoring, children in summer camps $900 - 2,200 Not included Greece TEFL required 120 hours minimum BA/BS preferred Not required None EU citizens preferred Prove of fluency in English Eu citizens with some exceptions for private tutors on holiday visas Business professionals, private students, public school children $800 - 1,200 Not included Hungary TEFL required 120 hours minimum BA/BS required Some experience required None No preference stated Tourist or Work Visa Business professionals, private students, public school children $650 - 950 Not included Italy TEFL required 100 hours minimum Not required but is preferred 1-2 years preferred None EU members preferred Proof of fluency in English EU members preferred Tourist/Work visa Public schools private language schools $1,100 - 1,850 Not included Lithuania TEFL required 120 hours preferred BA/BS required Teaching experience required None Native proficiency English speakers EU members EU citizenship required Business professionals, private schools $550 - 900 Not included Poland TEFL required 120 hours preferred BA/BS required 1 year of teaching experience None EU citizenship preferred EU citizenship, work/tourist visa Business professionals, private tutoring $750 - 1,000 Often include housing travel allowance Portugal TEFL required 120 hours preferred BA/BS required Some teaching experience preferred None EU members Proof of English fluency EU citizens Business professionals, private tutoring $1,000 - 1,300 Not included Romania TEFL required 120 hours preferred Teaching license usually preferred Teaching experience preferred None Eu citizenship preferred Proof of English fluency EU member/ work visa Business professionals, school children private schools $600 - 1,000 Not included Russia 100 hour TEFL required minimum Not required Teaching experience required None Native English speakers preferred Proof of English fluency Work visa Business professionals, school children private schools $500 - 2,000 Sometimes included Slovakia TEFL required 120 hours preferred BA/BS required Teaching experience usually required None EU member preferred Proof of English fluency EU member or work visa Business professionals, school children private schools $425 - 950 Not included Slovenia TEFL required no minimum BA/BS preferred Teaching experience preferred None EU member preferred EU member, student visa or youth mobility visa Business professionals private tutoring $700 - 1,200 Not included Spain TEFL required 120 hours preferred Not required Not required None EU members preferred EU members preferred, work/tourist visa Business professionals children, private public schools, summer camps $900 - 1,800 Not included Turkey TEFL required 120 hour preferred Not required ESL experience strongly preferred Under 65 years old Native English speakers preferred Proof of English fluency Tourist/work visa Business professionals, school children, Private public schools $1,000 - 1,800 Sometimes housing/flights can be included Ukraine TEFL required 120 hours preferred BA/BS preferred 2 years’ teaching experience preferred None Proof of English fluency Work visa Business professionals, private schools $600 - 1,000 Sometimes housing is included United Kingdom CELTA required BA/BS required Experience required Under 55 years old EU members preferred Proof of English fluency Work visa Business professionals private schools $800 - 1,000 Not included Middle East Country TEFL Degree Teaching experience Age limit Nationality restrictions Visa Typical students Average salary (USD)/month Benefits (housing, flights, etc) Bahrain TEFL required 120 hours minimum BA/BS Required MA preferred Usually, need 1-2 years’experience.Competitive None Not stated Work visa(sponsored by school) Business professionals children $1,500 - 3,000 Housing, flights benefits Egypt TEFL required 120 hours minimum University Diploma Preferred None Native English speakers Work visa preferred Private language schools, private students, children adults $1,000 - 1,500 Not included Iraq TEFL required no minimum BA required Preferred None Native English speakers preferred Work visa Children adults at language schools $1,500 - 3,000 Usually covered Jordan TEFL required no minimum BA/BS preferred None None Native English teachers preferred Work visa Children business professionals $1,000 - 1,500 Not included Kuwait TEFL required 120 hours preferred BA/BS required Licensed teachers MA preferred 1-2 years’ experience None Native English speakers preferred Work visa Business professionals children $1,500 - 3,000 Often includes flights housing Qatar TEFL required 120 hour preferred BA/BS required MA preferred Teaching experience preferred None Preferred: USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa Work visa Business professionals school children, private schools $1,600 - 4,000 Flights housing included Saudi Arabia CELTA/TESOL BA required in English/TESOL/ Linguistics 2 years of teaching experience preferred None Native English speakers Work visa in advance Business professionals, school children private schools $3,000 - 4,000 Housing flights included United Arab Emirates TEFL required 120 hour BA/BS required Licensed teachers preferred Experience required None Native English speakers Work visa in advance Business professionals, school children, Private public schools $2,000 - 5,000 Housing flights included Central and South America Country TEFL Degree Teaching experience Age limit Nationality restrictions Visa Typical students Average salary (USD)/month Benefits (housing, flights, etc) Argentina TEFL required 120 hours minimum Not required Required, but a relevant degree can replace it None None Proof of fluent English Tourist visa for 6 months, work visa for longer Private school students(children adults) $500 - 1,100 Not included Bolivia TEFL required 120 hours minimum Not required 1-year teaching experience None None Proof of fluent English Tourist visa for 6 months, work visa for longer Private Public schools(children adults) $500 - 900 Not included Brazil TEFL required 120 hours minimum Not required Not required None None Native English speakers preferred Tourist visa for 6 months, work visa for longer Business professionals private studentsl $800 - 1,300 Not included Chile TEFL required 120 hours minimum Not required Not required None None Proof of fluent English Tourist visa for 6 months, work visa for longer School children, private tutoring business professionals $750 - 1,000 Not included Colombia TEFL required 120 hours minimum Not required Not required None None Proof of fluent English Tourist visa for 6 months, work visa for longer School children, private tutoring business professionals $500 - 1,500 Not included Costa Rica TEFL required 120 hours minimum Not required Not required None None Proof of fluent English Tourist visa for 6 months, work visa for longer Private tutoring private schools $700 - 900 Not included Ecuador TEFL required 120 hours preferred BA/BS preferred Preferred None Native English speakers preferred Tourist visa for 6 months, work visa for longer Private schools English language schools $500 - 800 Not included Guatemala TEFL not required BA/BS preferred Not required None No preference stated Tourist visa Business professionals, private tutoring $500 - 600 Not included Haiti TEFL required 120 hours minimum BA required 2 years None Native English proficiency but no preference for citizenship Work visa International schools $1750 - 2,200 Included Honduras TEFL preferred 120 hours preferred BA/BS required Preferred None No preference stated Tourist / Work visa Children or business professionals, usually private $500 - 1,200 Not included Nicaragua TEFL preferred BA/BS required Teaching experience preferred None Native English speaker preferred Tourist visa Business professionals children $500 - 700 Not included Peru TEFL 120 hour Minimum preferred BA/BS required Teaching experience preferred None EU members preferred Proof of fluency required EU members preferred Tourist/work Visa Private students business professionals $500 - 700 Often include housing flights Uruguay 120 hour TEFL preferred BA/BS preferred Teaching experience preferred None No nationality restrictions Tourist/work visa Business professionals private schools $500 - 1,000 Not included North America Country TEFL Degree Teaching experience Age limit Nationality restrictions Visa Typical students Average salary (USD)/month Benefits (housing, flights, etc) Haiti TEFL required 120 hours minimum BA required 2 years None Native English proficiency but no preference for citizenship Work visa International schools $1750 - 2,200 Included Mexico TEFL 120 hours Minimum preferred BA/BS preferred Teaching experience preferred None Proof of English fluency Tourist / Work visa Business professionals children $1,000 - 1,800 Sometimes include housing United States of America CELTA required BA/BS required MA preferred Teaching experience required Under 70 years old Native English speakers preferred Proof of English fluency Work visa in advance Business professionals private schools $2,000 - 2,500 Not included

Building a connection with your international students

Building a connection with your international students As foreigner teaching abroad, you might be worried your students have a hard time relating to you. However, the opposite is almost always true - they’re curious and keen to get to know you. Making yourself available and approachable will allow you to forge a stronger connection with your classes. There are a few techniques you can use to achieve this.1. Make yourself approachableAs a new teacher from a different country, your students may not initially feel they can talk to you, particularly if they’re shy when it comes to speaking English. However, if you’re working in a middle or high school, it can be really beneficial to both you and your students to invite them them to come and talk to you at anytime about anything. Dedicate some time in your week to students. Be welcoming and understanding. You could recommend your pupils make an appointment with you, or simply display some available hours on your office door, if you have one.2. Catch up with classSpend a few minutes ever y morning, or at the start of each class, catching up with your students. How are they feeling today? What have they been doing outside of school? Do they have any interesting news? Encourage them to share their lives with you and talk to them about what you’ve been up to as well. What are your hobbies? What local sights have you visited recently or customs have you taken part in? Share your perspectives on life in their country. Not only will you learn more about their lifestyles and their personalities, they’ll also get a valuable insight into how you think and that understand that their teacher is human too! This helps get students engaged with you and settle into their lesson.3. Get involvedIt’s a requirement of many international schools for teachers to take part in extra-curricular activities. If there is an opportunity to do so, offer to run a class or group. Whether it’s sports, music or art, engaging in a fun activity with your students is a fantastic way to gain a better understand them and the way they think, as well as gain their respect and trust. It lends the chance to relax and bond in the school environment.

6 Oral Reading Tips for Parents

6 Oral Reading Tips for Parents 6 Oral Reading Tips for Parents According to the National Center for Education statistics, only 53 percent of children age three to five are read to daily by a family member. Children who are read to at home enjoy a substantial advantage over children who are not. That starts from infancy and continues throughout schooling. It is essential for children to continue to read frequently as they get older and be exposed to a variety of genres to maintain reading proficiency. Here are six tips for parents to make reading at home more impactful. Have your child read aloud to you each night through elementary school.  While not necessary, having a specific time establishes a consistent routine. Make a reading nook in your home that your child will associate with book reading.It should be a well-lit area that is free from distractions and comfortable for you both. It can be as simple as bean bags on the floor, a certain place on the couch, or at the kitchen table. As your child reads, point out significant patterns in spelling and sounds.  For instance, the plural of mouse is mice, “ph” makes an “f” sound, and the “w” sound is silent when in front of an “r.” When your child skips or mispronounces a word and keeps reading, point to the word, say it, and have your child repeat it.  When your child stops to self-correct how a word is pronounced and gets it right, praise her. Re-read the whole sentence to ensure comprehension. While reading, pause to ask your child questions about the characters and events in the story.  Sometimes kids are reading, but not fully understanding because they are focused on the mechanics. Before getting to the end of the story, ask your child what she thinks will happen next. Ask her to support her answer with a reason. After finishing the story or the chapter, ask your child to tell you in her words what happened.  Ask follow up questions if important pieces are missing in the summary. Use the illustrations to ask him to describe what happened. Are you looking for even more tips to help develop your childrens reading ability? Never be afraid to seek outside help. Consult with your childrens teachers or consider visiting an after-school program like Kumon. The Kumon Reading Program builds the critical reading skills that help children develop a lifelong love of reading and solid foundation for academic success.  It strengthens reading ability by building essential literacy components such as oral reading, vocabulary, grammar, comprehension and summarization. You might also be interested in: Why is Dual Enrollment in Kumon Math and Reading Important? 5 Creative Summer Reading Tips 5 Tips to Celebrate National Family Literacy Month Spark a Love for Literature with These  Read-Aloud  Tips 6 Oral Reading Tips for Parents 6 Oral Reading Tips for Parents According to the National Center for Education statistics, only 53 percent of children age three to five are read to daily by a family member. Children who are read to at home enjoy a substantial advantage over children who are not. That starts from infancy and continues throughout schooling. It is essential for children to continue to read frequently as they get older and be exposed to a variety of genres to maintain reading proficiency. Here are six tips for parents to make reading at home more impactful. Have your child read aloud to you each night through elementary school.  While not necessary, having a specific time establishes a consistent routine. Make a reading nook in your home that your child will associate with book reading.It should be a well-lit area that is free from distractions and comfortable for you both. It can be as simple as bean bags on the floor, a certain place on the couch, or at the kitchen table. As your child reads, point out significant patterns in spelling and sounds.  For instance, the plural of mouse is mice, “ph” makes an “f” sound, and the “w” sound is silent when in front of an “r.” When your child skips or mispronounces a word and keeps reading, point to the word, say it, and have your child repeat it.  When your child stops to self-correct how a word is pronounced and gets it right, praise her. Re-read the whole sentence to ensure comprehension. While reading, pause to ask your child questions about the characters and events in the story.  Sometimes kids are reading, but not fully understanding because they are focused on the mechanics. Before getting to the end of the story, ask your child what she thinks will happen next. Ask her to support her answer with a reason. After finishing the story or the chapter, ask your child to tell you in her words what happened.  Ask follow up questions if important pieces are missing in the summary. Use the illustrations to ask him to describe what happened. Are you looking for even more tips to help develop your childrens reading ability? Never be afraid to seek outside help. Consult with your childrens teachers or consider visiting an after-school program like Kumon. The Kumon Reading Program builds the critical reading skills that help children develop a lifelong love of reading and solid foundation for academic success.  It strengthens reading ability by building essential literacy components such as oral reading, vocabulary, grammar, comprehension and summarization. You might also be interested in: Why is Dual Enrollment in Kumon Math and Reading Important? 5 Creative Summer Reading Tips 5 Tips to Celebrate National Family Literacy Month Spark a Love for Literature with These  Read-Aloud  Tips

Determining the Symmetry of A Dress

Determining the Symmetry of A DressSymmetry is the term used to describe the two or more different types of shapes. The symmetry of a pair of pieces in a certain pattern can make them look 'symmetrical'.There are many variations on the body symmetry, but the best known variation is the four-sided symmetrical figure. It's often called the 'Lily Pillow' because of its resemblance to the popular pillows in Lily. It's even got a very suggestive name.Another popular form of symmetry is the figure with symmetry marks, or a 'twinset'. This type of symmetry is not very common, but they do exist and they're a wonderful way to express symmetry. You don't need special techniques to achieve this kind of symmetry - the top of each piece should have a similar pattern and the lower part of each piece should have one basic pattern. Here are some examples of a twinset, just as they would look in a good-quality bedding set.A good symmetrical pattern is also known as an out of pattern. It's usually ref erred to as an 'OOT' and is the highest level of symmetry in a pattern. With a 'OOT', there should be no basic symmetry or patterns on either side of the piece. The pattern should go in every single direction, from the left to the right, from the top to the bottom. It's fairly common to find pieces that are mirror images of each other.You can achieve symmetries in both directions by using different ways of making them up. Often, symmetry is expressed as a structural design - like having the same designs on both the inside and the outside of the piece. The best example of this is the different surface textures you'll find on a classic chair.Some of the most popular uses of symmetry chemistryare allusion patterns, where the symmetry is used to refer to symbols, such as letters, in writing. 'Symmetrical' works for many words, but 'Allusion' does not work.Symmetry chemistry is commonly used to create fine fabrics. It also has plenty of uses in everyday clothing and decorating. In other words, it's one of the most commonly used styles of design around! So, whether you want to have symmetry in your bedroom, office, or furniture, use symmetry chemistry to express your artistic and creative side.

Concentrated in Chemistry

Concentrated in ChemistryWhen it comes to sciences, chemistry has the widest range of application because it covers such a large variety of subjects. For example, what is the best chemical compound for running a fire? How is it to run an engine? These are just a few of the questions that must be addressed when one considers this branch of science.A chemist takes any element, chemical compound of matter and builds molecules to become more complicated with electrical or magnetic charges. He determines what quantity of these chemicals are needed for his project and then he builds a physical structure to hold them. In the book On Chemicals by Rachel Carson, she brings the topic to life and examines the most dangerous chemical that man has produced. It is chloroform.A chemist performs all of these tasks but does not have to do all of them. In fact, many chemists prefer to have helpers who handle most of the work because this tends to leave less time for doing the smaller assignments. The biggest help for those of us who do not want to be responsible for all of the work is computer programs that make this possible.Computer programs are available for all sorts of things. They make chemistry more easy to learn because it becomes easier to access important facts about the elements and compounds you study. When you examine chemistry at the moment, you will not find the great information you will have with the addition of a computer program.Computer programs are usually free and can be found on many websites. Many colleges use these programs to give chemistry courses to their students. There are also other online resources.Although they cannot completely replace the written word, computer programs can supplement the information you find on your work station. This is very useful for busy students. Online programs can have many advantages including how much you will save because you will no longer have to go out to the library to get a copy of the compound you need for your science project.Overall, I believe online programs are a better alternative for people who have had little or no experience with reading materials. If you have had problems with that, I would recommend online programs. There are also problems that you may encounter if you use a computer program as your only source of learning.