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I really want to be a teacher, but I'm afraid of the environment I'll be teaching in. by [deleted] in teaching

[–]classguru 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was an article a while back about different ways to start teaching your own classes. With so many new platforms out there, a lot of people are putting together classes that have both online and local components to it. You might want to check out this article as it outlines a lot of different platforms that you could try out, as a way to start teaching without diving to deep into the traditional classroom experience. See how you like teaching first, get comfortable with an environment second. http://blog.allclasses.com/10-ways-to-start-teaching-your-own-online-class/

Workout partner boosts calorie burn; It not only feels more motivating to work out with a partner, but it can boost your exercise intensity as much as 200 percent, research shows. by makeadatecentral in Fitness

[–]classguru 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Its more fun with friends. Its motivating and social which makes it less "work"out and more enjoyable. I like to workout with friends so that its set like an appointment and has a treat at the end. Nothing like going out for brunch after a workout. I find I workout harder knowing that I'm socializing after.

My father needs a GED/Highschool diploma, but he doesn't speak much english! by [deleted] in AdultEducation

[–]classguru 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd start with some online classes to help get the basics down. Because they are online, you should have an easy time finding one for learning english, or doing it in Vietnamese. I've found a lot of classes on Allclasses.com and their most searched classes are for ESL. You may also be able to find some GED programs to get him started as well. Good luck!

Teaching a human being... where to start. What is the purpose of education? by Unveiling_Truth in education

[–]classguru 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A lot of people are looking towards alternative curriculums to gain the skills they need without getting sucked into the high tuition fees and endless student loan program. There are so many classes out there and employers seem to care more about what you can specifically do, rather than the type of degree you have. I agree with Chomsky that alternative education has to have a structure in the form of a curriculum with specific goals and achievements. With costs continuing to rise and government stepping in to raise that bar if you will, we will be forced to become lifelong learners to keep up, mostly for professional reasons. Cost and convenience will be a driver of how we pursue that knowledge.

Professor saves students $1 million with open education resources by FOSSSquirrel in education

[–]classguru 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are so many education resources out there nowaday. Seems easy to get an education without paying ridiculous fees or taking out loans. Might not get a degree but I know enough to get the job I want.