A brain-based classroom is one in which students are actively engaged in learning. What exactly does it mean for students to be actively involved? It’s certainly not about students completing worksheets, answering basic questions, or taking notes from a lecture. Take a minute to think about the definitions of these two words. The word asset…
The Unbelievable Cardio Myth: Why Cardio Is Possibly The Most Overrated Way To Lose Fat
Before you get hate mail or rants and compliments from people calling me an idiot, let me clarify. Cardio works to lose fat. That’s obvious. Cardio is great for general health, heart health, and just getting you off your butt. However, when it comes to losing fat fast, especially for busy moms and dads, cardio…
Sex Offenders In Your Neighborhood: Would You Prefer Residential Restrictions Or GPS Monitoring?
My experience with sex offender residency laws is limited to the laws of Miami-Dade County, FL and the cities within that county’s limits. Each state, city and community will have developed different laws and therefore have different experiences with the application of those laws. So please don’t take my finding as set in stone. I…
Nausea and your headache
Headaches can be such an annoying problem. As a symptom, it can be the cause of some serious ailments. Headaches that come with vomiting and nausea may be signs of a migraine. The nausea from the headache that often accompanies a migraine can be effectively treated with an anti-nausea medication. But one should be more…
Cats, creativity and the artist’s style: yes, you can be creative in your own way!
For as long as I can remember, I have loved cats. I resonate with their purring, I relax when I watch them preen, I laugh when I find them in unexpected places or poses, I take photos when they are particularly ‘cute’, I learn from them how to stretch, nap, run around and how to…
EIDL – What you need to know
The EIDL loan can be the saving grace for businesses and non-profit organizations during these difficult times of COVID-19. EIDL stands for Economic Injury Disaster Loans. Here’s what you need to know about EIDL: Purpose of the EIDL: The purpose of the EIDL is to help businesses meet financial obligations and operating expenses that could…
HTC Desire C
Not everyone spends a fortune to get a smartphone and HTC recognized this way in advance compared to the other mobile carriers. HTC is a company that focuses on offering high-end phones at very affordable prices. HTC started its low-end segment models with HTC Tattoo, followed by Wildfire and Wildfire S. But all these phones…
Miami Heat, Orlando Magic Meet in Southeast Division Clash on TNT
LeBron James says he’s ready for a rematch when the Miami Heat and Orlando Magic square off in the “Battle of Florida” on NBA on TNT Thursday at the Amway Center (8 pm ET, TNT). The heated Southeast division rivalry should ramp up a bit more when the teams meet for the third time this…
Travel tips for South Africa when visiting KwaZulu-Natal
Kwazulu-Natal Province is a subtropical, beach and mountain paradise for tourists, the Kingdom of the Zulus has something for everyone amidst magnificent natural beauty. From coast to coast, the beaches and quaint towns beckon sunbathers who are drawn to the warm Indian Ocean and all the delights it offers. Outdoor enthusiasts love to explore the…
After studying Spanish for years, you cannot progress beyond a certain stage. What’s wrong?
THE WRONG APPROACH Did you know that the teaching methodology explains more than 90% of the success or failure of students in effective learning of a second language? In other words, it’s not your fault if you haven’t been able to achieve your goals so far. Most likely, the type of work you’ve been doing…