All About The Polytechnic Tutoring Center

All About The Polytechnic Tutoring CenterSome students are actually doubtful about the credibility of the teaching and tutoring services of a Polytechnic Tutoring Center. The reason is that a lot of students are confused about the reliability of these schools since a number of such centers have been reported to be providing ineffective quality of tutoring to their students. Such cases have given the ruling out for the normal use of the word 'rubbish' when describing the teaching and tutoring services of any of the tutoring institutions.The fact is that the quality of tutoring as well as the learning process must be an intrinsic part of the student. That is why we have to look at the subject of tutoring and see that the teaching is done in a very skillful and effective manner. Moreover, the power of concentration must be there for the students. If they do not have any passion for the subject, then it will be very difficult for them to understand anything.Even though, the tutoring cent ers are not found to be cheating the students, the students have also found it very easy to say that the teaching is done with the intention of getting money from the students. Hence, the students should see that the lessons are given for the purpose of educating the students and keeping them away from the useless aspects of life.The power of suggestion can prove to be very effective and the students can get the relevant results after a great deal of time. It is really true that only those people who are self-motivated can get the best result for themselves.Different tutors will give the different results depending on the focus of the classes. They may differ in their characteristics and the nature of their personality. However, the principles should be the same so that there can be no confusion among the students about the objectives of the teacher.A major aspect of the tutoring is discipline. The students should be convinced that their learning process will not be stalled by anyon e and their learning process will go through without any impediment. It is possible to achieve this condition only when the teaching and tutoring are done with the permission of the principals of the school. The students should realize that if the teacher is involved in doing the teaching and not in taking money, then it will help them get the best results for themselves.As far as the tutor is concerned, one of the important qualities of a Polytechnic Tutoring Center is that the tutor has to be very consistent in his approach towards the class of students. The tutor must be able to create an environment where the students do not feel any intimidation. The students should feel safe as the tutor should always ensure that the students feel they can approach him whenever they want to get their work done. This is the type of environment which creates a stress-free learning environment for the students.

The Ultimate Guide to Finding a Language Exchange Partner

The Ultimate Guide to Finding a Language Exchange Partner Quick quiz: What is the main reason that people learn a foreign language?Answer: Quite simply, to talk!Literally. Though reading and writing are important components of language learning, what we all dream of  is to speak fluently, to travel to a  country where our target language  is spoken and sound like a local.If your dream is like mine, keep on reading, because the clearest path to fluency is  finding a language exchange partner.Ill explain the benefits of language exchange, tips on how to get the most out of your language exchange sessions, and of course how to find partners both online and offline.So what are you waiting for? Scroll down! Benefits of Having a Language Exchange  PartnerPositive Social MotivationLearning a language on your own can be tough. As hard as you try to listen to audio lessons online, use flashcards  or take advantage of  online resources, it can be hard to keep your  motivation high. Traditional courses, with their focus on exams and grades, arent ex actly a low-pressure solution.So heres a fun, positive option: a language exchange partner. Meeting up with a friendly faceâ€"someone who only wants to see you succeed and can provide a barometer on your language learning progressâ€"is a great way to not only reduce the loneliness of language learning, but provide some positive momentum as well.Training Your EarOne of the biggest challenges facing new language learners is training your ear to hear the nuances of language and accent. Sitting over a textbook  or listening to audio tapes is just not the same as living and breathing a language. Since you cant just go to the country where the language is spoken, why not find someone in your town or community to speak with?Non-verbal LanguageSomething youll quickly find out is that theres more to language than just words. Facial expressions, hand gestures and inflections are all unwritten parts of a language, and there is no better way to learn these than one-on-one with a language exchan ge partner. Moreover, understanding these aspects of a language can make learning vocabulary easier.So we know that the benefits of having a  language exchange partner are huge. But how can you  make the most of your meetings?Getting the Most out of Your  Language Exchange SessionsWhen youre heading to your very first language exchange, the butterflies might hit. I barely know how to speak this language! What are we going to do for an hour?First of all, dont worry. Language exchange is supposed to be funâ€"stressing out is never  a good way to learn a language. Here are some tips on how to get the most of your language exchange sessions, and have fun doing it!Warm Up with FluentUTo get your mind thinking in your target language before you meet with your language exchange partner, spend 5-10 minutes on FluentU.  FluentU is an online immersion platform that takes  real-world videosâ€"like music videos, movie trailers, news and inspiring talksâ€"and turns them into personalized languag e learning lessons.FluentU is designed to get you comfortable  with everyday language,  by combining all the benefits of complete  immersion and native-level conversations with easy-to-read subtitles and FluentUs  highly-effective learn mode.  This is also a phenomenal way to improve during the week, between meetings with your language partner.Stay on ScheduleThis is key. You should definitely have some time to get to know each other, and have friendly conversation in your mutual, best language. But then, get down to business. Set up a reasonable schedule: 30 minutes in the language youre trying to learn, 30 minutes in English (or whatever language your partner wants to learn) is a common and great  way to divide the time. Its easy to get off topic and waste timeâ€"dont let that happen!Meet RegularlyThe longer you wait between meetings, the less likely you are to remember what you learned. I recommend meeting once a week, with once every two weeks the bare minimum. Anything less and you wont have time to train your ear and learn.Dont Be Afraid to Make MistakesRemember, youre not being graded! Mistakes are part of learningâ€"in fact, they are the best way to learn. Cant think of a word? Try to describe it using the language youre learning. Your partner doesnt understand you? Try speaking it out slowly.Heres a tip: Smile when you make a mistake, and begin turning failure into laughter. Then your fears will fade and your mind will open to the trial and error necessary for deep language learning.Like the saying goes, its better to have tried and failed, than to have never tried at all.Practice Between MeetupsI recommend bringing a notebook with you and, without distracting too much from the conversation, jotting  down any difficulties youre having or new words youre learning. Then, when youre back home, practice whatever  you found most difficult. It could be pronunciation, or maybe a challenging verb tense or conjugation.The best part? When you show up to your ne xt meeting  and impress your partner with how much youve improved!How to Find a Language Exchange PartnerNow, I know what youre thinking: The benefits are all swell, and Im  itching to put those tips into action, but I  dont know a single person who speaks French (or Russian, or whatever language you are learning)! How can I find a language exchange partner?Dont fret. We live in a multicultural era, with people of all ethnicities, nationalities and languages traversing the world for globalized opportunities. Chances are that there are people in your community or city who speak the language you want to learn, and would be interested in having the chance to improve their English through language exchange.If not, there is an alternative: a virtual language exchange partner. Though tools like Skype, you can reap most of the benefits of an in-person exchange through many online resources, accessible wherever you have an internet connection!Finding an In-person Language Exchange  PartnerH ere are the best ways and resources to find yourself a language partner with whom you can meet face-to-face:Craigslist:  The worlds top classified site has a section for “Activity Partners where you can both post a request for a language exchange partner.University Message Boards:  Do you live near a university? Most American universities, no matter how big, small or remote, have international students from all around the world. Post an ad at the university either online or on bulletin boards on campus.Forums:  Does your town or city have a forum on a site like InterNations? If so, do a search or put up a post.Meetup:  Meetup is a website dedicated to organizing small group get-togethers around shared or common interests. They have numerous language exchange meetups in cities all across the world. This is especially useful for popular languagesâ€"like Chinese, Spanish, French, German, or Japaneseâ€"but may not be as useful if you are learning a more obscure or less popular languag e.Local Language Centers:  Similarly, there might be a local cultural center that offers language courses, or provides a venue for language learning, in your community. Alliance Francais (French) and Goethe Institute (German) are two common ones. Google is your friend!Couchsurfing:  Couchsurfing is the worlds largest travel social network. Though its focus is getting locals with extra space in their homes to host travelers, the site also has a wide host of events in cities all around the world. The best part about Couchsurfing is, after you register and create an account, you can search for locals in your area by the language they speak. This is fantastic way to find language partners in more obscure or less spoken languages.In my experience, a friendly introduction message to a Couchsurfer, with an offer to meet over coffee and exchange language, will usually work (though you might have to send messages to a few profiles to get a response).I, for one, was able to use Couchsurfing t o find an Indonesian language exchange partner, a language for which there are nearly no exchange groups in the United States.Finding a Virtual Language Exchange PartnerHaving trouble finding an in-person partner? Do you live in a place without a large university or a diverse immigrant population? Or is the language you are trying to learn too obscure?Dont fret. We live in an interconnected world, where distance no longer matters as it once did.   The web is connecting people all around the world, and there are several sites where you can set up a profile and find a virtual language exchange partner and gain nearly all the benefits of in-person exchange from the comfort of your home.Here are a few of the most popular ones with recommendations to help you decide which is best for you!italki: This is my pick for the best overall language exchange site. It is large, well designed, easy to use and has a good diversity of languages and members. You can log in directly using your Facebook account, which will save you time as you wont have to fill in as many details, and then you can search for a teacher based on your language level and which conversation skills you want to improve.ExchangeLanguage.com: Though not quite as user-friendly as italki, this site tends to have more members who speak European languages. The registration process is fairly straightforward, but be careful when searching through profiles that the user you are contacting has logged into his or her account recently.Conversation Exchange:  This site has an older layout, but is still very reliable with an active community. You make a profile and write about yourself, then you can browse the profiles of other users based on their target and native languages. There are three possible modes of interaction that you can look for: face-to-face conversation, correspondence (pen pal) and text/voice chat. I recommend checking this site out if you are learning an Asian language, as they have a large number o f profiles from people in East Asia.The Mixxer: For those of you specifically looking for Skype video exchange partners, the Mixxer is a great option. It is a free educational site for language learners hosted by Dickinson College, and is designed specifically to connect language learners around the world to have  video exchanges. They also have lessons plans and other resources that you can use to improve language skills and plan out your exchange sessions.LiveMocha: This site blends language lessons with the ability to find language partners. After you register and put your native language and the language you want to learn onto your profile, LiveMocha will automatically give you a list of potential partners that match your needs. This is a great option for those of you who want a more comprehensive option.Reddit: For those of you who love message boards and chat forums and dont mind a bit of mess, check out Reddit. There are subreddits for nearly every language in the world, maki ng it a great place to post and find a partner, especially for  obscure or less popular Asian and African languages. Registration is simple and forums are open to all, as long as you dont post spam.Location-specific Sites:  Many cities have their own regular language exchange events or partner-finding sites, like  loquo in Spain or GoLingo in Montpellier, France. Use Google and Facebook to find out if your city (or a city/country you plan to visit) has its own site for finding language exchange partners, or its own weekly language exchange event.Multiple Language Partners: Double Your LearningIf one partner is so great, why not have two? Or more? Here I urge you to move with caution, as sometimes more is not necessarily better.Meeting in groups of three can mean less pressure, and you can train your ear to distinguish between multiple accents. The downside is that theres less time for you to speak, and the conversation tends to go to the level of the one who speaks the worst of the language, which can limit your ability to improve.So think carefully about what you want to gain from a language exchange. If you feel that just meeting with one person would be best, then go for it. If you think that meeting in a group is better, then follow that path!Heres another option:  meeting two people separately, one-on-one. This will allow you to have more exposure, perhaps learn different accents, but also means more commitment on your part.So what are you waiting for? Get out there, find a language partner, and fast track your language skills! And One More ThingLet FluentU inspire your language exchanges. FluentU makes it possible to learn languages  from music videos, commercials, news and inspiring talks.With FluentU, you learn real languagesâ€"the same way that real people speak them. 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 ta p on any word to see an image, definition, audio and useful examples. Now native language content is within reach with interactive transcripts.Didnt catch something? Go back and listen again. Missed a word? Hover over or tap on 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.

Learning English on italki Simon

Learning English on italki Simon Over the next few blog posts, well profile a few members, both students and teachers whove had success learning or teaching online. The first is Simon, a mechanical engineer from Yancheng, China who is learning English.   Simon is a good example of someone who realized that taking lessons online was one of the best ways to learn a language.   Below is what Simon had to say about learning on italki. Simon [Translated from Chinese] Ive been a member of italki for more than one year, but I only started using the paid online teaching service in May of this year.   Ive had great luck in finding a very good teacher. She is a British national living in Brazil working as a professional English teacher.   Her professional ability, accent, and price, these three aspects, are in my opinion, ideal.   But more importantly, everyday she is happy, outgoing, and very open-minded toward all variety of topicsin my opinion, these things are even more important than teaching skills.   Of course, within the class, we also try to adjust to each others style and develop methods to help me understand the language and the culture behind it.   Overall, Ive been enjoying my time learning with her. From my perspective, the benefits of learning online are one-on-one lessons, saving money on each class, and saving time on each class.   In addition, it is very easy to find someone [online] who is a native speaker of the language and communicate with them.   One very small drawback is that communication is not just the language, over the internet you only get voice or video communication, which lacks the richness of face-to-face meetings. If youd like to share your italki story on our blog, please contact us! Learning English on italki Simon Over the next few blog posts, well profile a few members, both students and teachers whove had success learning or teaching online. The first is Simon, a mechanical engineer from Yancheng, China who is learning English.   Simon is a good example of someone who realized that taking lessons online was one of the best ways to learn a language.   Below is what Simon had to say about learning on italki. Simon [Translated from Chinese] Ive been a member of italki for more than one year, but I only started using the paid online teaching service in May of this year.   Ive had great luck in finding a very good teacher. She is a British national living in Brazil working as a professional English teacher.   Her professional ability, accent, and price, these three aspects, are in my opinion, ideal.   But more importantly, everyday she is happy, outgoing, and very open-minded toward all variety of topicsin my opinion, these things are even more important than teaching skills.   Of course, within the class, we also try to adjust to each others style and develop methods to help me understand the language and the culture behind it.   Overall, Ive been enjoying my time learning with her. From my perspective, the benefits of learning online are one-on-one lessons, saving money on each class, and saving time on each class.   In addition, it is very easy to find someone [online] who is a native speaker of the language and communicate with them.   One very small drawback is that communication is not just the language, over the internet you only get voice or video communication, which lacks the richness of face-to-face meetings. If youd like to share your italki story on our blog, please contact us! Learning English on italki Simon Over the next few blog posts, well profile a few members, both students and teachers whove had success learning or teaching online. The first is Simon, a mechanical engineer from Yancheng, China who is learning English.   Simon is a good example of someone who realized that taking lessons online was one of the best ways to learn a language.   Below is what Simon had to say about learning on italki. Simon [Translated from Chinese] Ive been a member of italki for more than one year, but I only started using the paid online teaching service in May of this year.   Ive had great luck in finding a very good teacher. She is a British national living in Brazil working as a professional English teacher.   Her professional ability, accent, and price, these three aspects, are in my opinion, ideal.   But more importantly, everyday she is happy, outgoing, and very open-minded toward all variety of topicsin my opinion, these things are even more important than teaching skills.   Of course, within the class, we also try to adjust to each others style and develop methods to help me understand the language and the culture behind it.   Overall, Ive been enjoying my time learning with her. From my perspective, the benefits of learning online are one-on-one lessons, saving money on each class, and saving time on each class.   In addition, it is very easy to find someone [online] who is a native speaker of the language and communicate with them.   One very small drawback is that communication is not just the language, over the internet you only get voice or video communication, which lacks the richness of face-to-face meetings. If youd like to share your italki story on our blog, please contact us!

7 Great Theories About Language Learning by Brilliant Thinkers

7 Great Theories About Language Learning by Brilliant Thinkers 7 Great Theories About Language Learning by Brilliant Thinkers Language. Its all around us. Its vital for our everyday existence.And yet many of us find it challenging  to pick up a new one.The problem, we tell ourselves, is that were thinking too hard.The solution, we say, is to be more like those kids that we once were when we learned our first language.  Simply absorbing things  the way kids do without really thinking about the language  must surely be our best bet, we convince ourselves.But heres the thing. Were not kids anymore and we never will be again.Were not going to have the same opportunities as we did in our native language where we were in constant contact with mothers, fathers and siblings who corrected our every mistake (though a girlfriend or boyfriend might compensate). Nor do most of us want to spend 18 years of our lives studying a language just to achieve high school level fluency.We dont need to abandon the lessons weve taken from childhood language learning, but we must surely temper them with something else.  And that thi ng is theory.Theory, that most highly condensed form of thought based on principles and evidence, can help us as adults to excel in language learning in ways that would otherwise not be possible.Of course, learning about language learning theory in no way needs to occupy the bulk of your time. By devoting just a fraction of your time to theory right now, youll reap benefits far beyond getting in an extra 10  minutes of studying. So without further ado, lets start at the beginning. 7 Great Theories About Language Learning by Brilliant ThinkersTheories of language learning have been bandied about since about as far back as one would care to look. It may be  surprising to know that the problems that philosophers in Ancient Greece and 16th century France were concerned about are largely still relevant today.To get a quick rundown of early language learning theory, lets take a quick look at the ideas of three brilliant philosophers who youve probably already heard of.1. Platos ProblemT he writings of Plato stretch all the way back to the beginnings of Western philosophical thought, but Plato was already posing problems critical to modern linguistic discourse.In the nature versus nurture debate, Plato tended to side with nature, believing that  knowledge was  innate.This was his answer to what has become known as Platos Problem, or as Bertrand Russell summarizes it: How comes it that human beings, whose contacts with the world are brief and personal and limited, are nevertheless able to know as much as they do know? Being born with this knowledge from the get-go would naturally solve this little quandary and consequently he viewed language as innate.2.  Cartesian Linguistics, by DescartesCenturies later, the French philosopher Descartes took a crack at linguistic philosophy. In his opinion, language acquisition  was  a simple and easy process, barely worthy of his attention. Like Plato he believed in the innateness of language  because he thought it reflected the g eneral rationality of human beings.But rather than Descartes himself, it was the rationalist movement that he symbolized and that was thriving in the time period when he lived that was most important for linguistics. This Cartesian movement, according to Chomsky (who well get to later), noted the creativity involved in everyday language and presented the idea that there were  universal principles behind every language.3. Lockes  Tabula RasaMost people familiar with Lockes philosophy have heard of his concept of tabula rasa, or the blank slate.To state it briefly and in a simplified manner, this is the idea that all knowledge comes from outside ourselves through sensory experience rather than through innate knowledge that we have at birth. This naturally carried over to language theory with Locke rejecting the idea that there was an innate logic behind language.Obviously these theories dont touch too much on the practical, everyday level of language learning. Theyre far less detailed and more philosophical than the modern scientific theories were used to. But they have important implications. If Plato and the Cartesians are right, then the emphasis in language learning must lie on what we already know, using our innate abilities to come to an understanding of the particularities of a specific language. If Locke is right, then we must focus our attention on sensory input, gaining as much external input as possible.In the practical, everyday world, all of this can easily be done with FluentU. FluentU takes real-world videos with familiar formatsâ€"like movie trailers, music videos, news and inspiring talksâ€"and turns them into personalized language lessons.4. Skinners Theory of BehaviorismIn the middle of the 20th century, B.F. Skinner took Lockes ideas of sensory input and ran with them.According to behaviorism, a radical variant of which was put forward by Skinner,  all behavior is no more than a response to external stimuli and theres no innate programming wi thin a human being to learn a language at birth.What differentiates Skinner from those who came before him is the level of detail he went into when connecting behaviorism and language learning. In his concept of what he called operant conditioning, language learning grew out of a process of reinforcement and punishment whereby individuals are conditioned into saying the right thing. For instance, if youre hungry and youre able to say Mommy, Im hungry, you may be rewarded with food and your behavior will thereby be reinforced since you got what you wanted.To put it another way, Skinner described a mechanism for language learning that hadnt existed before on the  tabula rasa side of the language acquisition debate. What this means for us as language learners, should his theory be even partially true, is that a process of conditioning must be achieved for us to succeed. When we say the right thing, we must be rewarded. When we say something incorrectly, that too must be made clear. In other words, we need feedback to succeed as language learners.5. Chomskys Universal GrammarAround the same time as Skinner there came  another linguistic powerhouse who would leave a lasting impression on the field of linguistics. Namely, Noam Chomsky.The theory that Chomsky proposed would be called Universal Grammar and it would assert nearly the exact opposite of what Skinner had offered in his theory. Where Skinner saw all learning coming from external stimuli, Chomsky saw an innate device for language acquisition. What Skinner understood to be conditioning according to particular events Chomsky, understood to be the result of the  universal elements that structure all languages.In fact, one of Chomskys major bones to pick with Skinners theory had to do with Platos problem, as described above. After all, if Skinner is right, how is it that children can learn a language so quickly, creating and understanding sentences they have never heard before?Universal Grammar has been around for roughly a half a century by now, so its hardly the last word on the subject. It has also received plenty of criticism. One critique that particularly concerns us is that it may have little to do with learning a second language,  even if its how we learn a first language. There are certainly theories about applying this concept to organize syllabi  for language learning, but this seems unnecessarily  complex for the average, independent learner.In short, while Chomskys theory may be still be important in the linguistics field as part of an ongoing discussion, it offers little help for learning a second language other than to provide you with the confidence that the grammar for all languages is already inside your head. You just need to fill in the particulars.Over the past half century or so, a slew of other language learning theories have cropped up to try to deal with the perceived flaws in Chomskys theory and to fill in the cracks for more specific areas of language learning ( i.e. areas of particular interest to us).Next up  are two theories that, while not the philosophical bombshells like the ones listed above, arguably  have more of a practical edge.6. Schumanns Acculturation ModelJohn Schumanns Acculturation Model describes the process by which immigrants pick up a new language while being completely immersed in that language.This theory doesnt deal with the process of language learning as we normally think of it (such as how we acquire grammar or listening skills), but rather focuses on social and psychological aspects that influence our success.For instance, an immigrant is more likely to acquire their new target language if their language and the target language are socially equal, if the group of immigrants is small and not cohesive and if there is a higher degree of similarity between the immigrants culture and that of their new area of residence.The obvious takeaway is that language learning is not an abstract subject like physics that can be l earned out of a book regardless of the world around you. There are sociological factors at play, and the more we do to connect with the culture on the other end of our second language, the faster and easier it will be for us to learn that language.7. Krashens Monitor ModelStephen Krashens Monitor Model in fact consists of several distinct hypotheses which make up what is probably the most cited theory  in second language acquisition.  Theres so much to take away from Krashens theory that Ill just let you peruse the link given for details and give a rundown of the highlights here.Language acquisition is subconscious and results from informal, natural communication.Language learning is conscious and driven by error correction (more formal).Grammar structures are acquired in a predictable order.Language acquisition occurs with comprehensible input (i.e. hearing or reading things that are just slightly above our current language level).A monitor is anything that corrects your language p erformance and pressures one to communicate correctly and not just convey meaning (such as a language teacher who corrects you when you make a grammatical mistake).It should be noted that this is just Krashens theory. While this theory is quite popular, there has been criticism and direct contradiction of certain parts of it (particularly his idea about the predictable order of grammar structures). Still, its useful to get ideas for language learning.This theory suggests that we should both strive to increase our second language inputs (like by watching video clips on FluentU and going through books for reading) and make sure we receive proper error correction in one form or another.As this selection of important theories should make clear, the subset of linguistics which deals with language learning is both wide and deep.Some of it is highly theoretical and complex and is most relevant to scholars of the field. Other parts are extremely zoomed in and tell us highly specific details about how to learn a language.Regardless, its all connected.By understanding more bits and pieces of it all, youll gradually begin to understand yourself and your own language learning process better than ever before. And One More ThingHeres another credible theory: Learning languages with fun videos can make the journey to fluency faster and more enjoyable.FluentU makes it possible to learn languages  from music videos, commercials, news and inspiring talks.With FluentU, you learn real languagesâ€"the same way that natives  speak them. FluentU has a wide variety of videos like movie trailers, funny commercials and web series, as you can see here:FluentU App Browse Screen.FluentU has interactive captions that let you tap on any word to see an image, definition, audio and useful examples. 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 defi nitions.Interactive transcript for Carlos Baute song.You can learn all the vocabulary in any video with FluentUs learn 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.Start using FluentU on the website with your computer or tablet  or, better yet,  download the FluentU app from  the iTunes store  or Google Play store.

What Does It Mean When You Read the Percent Yield Of A Chemical?

What Does It Mean When You Read the Percent Yield Of A Chemical?The percent yield of a chemical is the number of grams of that chemical produced from one gram of the element it is based on. The basis for converting a chemical into its equivalent weight can be any thing that can hold an equation with another chemical. For example, if you take a cup of soda and mix it with water, you will end up with a pound of soda with the same amount of water that you had originally.In some ways, you can use the percent yield as a simple shorthand for the mass-to-weight ratio of a chemical. All that really matters is the percentage of the chemical. If a substance is labeled a percent yield, it is an easy way to determine how much of a particular element that substance is made up of.Now, if you want to know what elements are found in a specific chemical, you have to look at the percent yield as well. If it is a pound of calcium chloride, and it is written on the label, you know the percent is 1.2. Th is can be done through the help of a mass calculator and how it can be used in the equation. You can then convert it into the equivalent weight of calcium chloride.However, if you want to know the equivalent weight of all the grams of calcium chloride, you can easily do this by using the decimal system. Calcium chloride, or CaCl2, has four atoms of each element found in the periodic table. If the number of atoms of the elements on the periodic table is higher than the number of atoms of the other elements, you can be assured that there is a lot more of the element you are looking for.If you look at the percentage yields of the elements in the periodic table, you will find that they are all listed in the natural equivalent form. Each element has a number assigned to it, and it is based on the weight of the element in the periodic table. The more commonly used formulas will list the elements in the same order as the natural equivalents are found in the periodic table.As we have seen, the percent yield of a chemical will give you the weight of a certain element, but it will not tell you what the element is. In most cases, the molecular formula of the element will tell you that information. Sometimes the molecular formula will include the symbol for the element, or the number of times that the element has been used in chemistry. It is wise to check with your chemistry professor before you read the list.Whether you are interested in the mass-to-weight ratio, or the percent yield, you should learn how to convert the two terms. Knowing this information is useful for both your education and your own professional and financial success.

4 Steps to Getting Your Chemistry Certification in Less Than Two Weeks

4 Steps to Getting Your Chemistry Certification in Less Than Two WeeksSo you have decided to take on the challenge of taking on a Chapter 7 Assessment Chemistry. Yes, I know you do not want to pay thousands of dollars to a chemical engineering degree program but I have some great news for you. You can quickly and easily gain your chemistry certification by working a few hours a week in the lab. In this article, you will discover the four steps you need to take if you are serious about getting your chemistry certification.Get yourself prepared for your chemistry exam by taking a few basic classes online or at your local community college. This is the very first step. Read the guidelines in your state and make sure that you are able to understand them and that you know the necessary textbooks. Take a few extra math and reading courses. A couple of math courses can really help.Now, how do you get your hands on some classroom time in the lab? You can start by looking at your options in t erms of specialized schools. Make sure that they are approved by the National Board for Certifying Agencies (NBCA). You will need a special type of permit or license to work in a school.Testing often includes working under the guidance of an experienced lab instructor. That means that you will need to find a certified and licensed laboratory instructor who can work with you during your preparation. It is also important to find a supervisor who is well-trained in the proper techniques of Chapter 7 assessment. You must be sure that the person working with you understands what you need to do as well as the expectations of a successful examination.The final step is to get those assignments out to the lab. Prepare yourself by reading up on any part of Chapter 7 Assessment Chemistry that you don't understand. This is a very complex subject that needs to be well-prepared.Take the test questions to the lab and don't worry about being correct. In fact, it is a good idea to actually check you r answer sheet against the class discussion, the textbook, and the lab manual. It is only after you finish answering the test questions that you should stop looking at your answer sheet. When you stop checking your answer sheet, the test writer will no longer be checking it!As soon as you take the test results, check to see whether you passed or failed. At that point, you will have a certificate showing that you have taken the exam and met the requirements. Congratulations!

Where Can I Learn to Make Patterns

Where Can I Learn to Make Patterns Find a Pattern-Making Course Near You ChaptersPattern Making Courses at Your Local UniversityLearn Pattern Making at Your Local Sewing ShopThe Best Books for Learning Pattern MakingLearn Pattern Making OnlineDon’t Forget Superprof!These days, more people than ever are turning away from shops that offer deep discounts on clothing not meant to last more than one season; perhaps we are becoming more conscious of the rampant materialism that plagues the world today, or we just want a better value for our money.Or maybe it’s beginning to dawn on us that, slowly, we’re losing our fine motor skills â€" the capacity for precise movement of our hands as we execute detailed work.Not that we’re being alarmist or anything…We live in great times! More technology than we need in such a connected world; one where all we need to do is tap out a few letters on our phones and, presto! we’re talking with someone on the other side of the world!Or in the next room, as is more often the case.Studies show that all that texting and typing is costing us our manual dexterity. Again, no sounding of alarms going on here, but we might want to do something about keeping our fingers nimble; ready for detailed work.It’s time to face facts: technology is a central part of our lives; indeed a recent report revealed that teenagers suffer from anxiety if they are deprived of their phone.So, short of fostering an entire generation of anxious, fretting young adults, we need to find other ways to engage their fingers. Maybe something artistic and exacting…Maybe learning how to make sewing patterns would fit the bill! It’s not as far off the mark as it sounds, you know.Recently, there has been a renewed interest in sewing one’s own clothes; maybe you too have been bitten by that particular bug. And what teen doesn’t have an interest in expressing him/herself through their fashion choices?In fact, maybe you’d like to take a pattern-making class alongside your teenagers, or with some friends.Whoever goes with you, y our Superprof has made ready an entire list of places and ways you can learn how to make patterns and even how to sew.Needles ready? Here we go!continuing education courses.A great reason to check your local university to learn how to make a sewing pattern is that, most often, their instructors have extensive experience both in their subject matter and in teaching it.Another point in favour of taking classes at your local uni is that they will certainly have the resources and materials available for you to get plenty of practice.Several universities around the UK offer sewing courses in making clothes patterns. Some of the courses we found actually expand beyond making a sewing pattern for clothes; they also teach how to make bag patterns, doll patterns and patterns to make purses.In short, rather than teach a single skill â€" how to make clothing patterns, they teach pattern drafting in general.University of the Arts London offers no fewer than 63 short courses related to pattern-m aking you may choose from.You may select their Patternmaking Level I or other Level I courses on their syllabus, or get more adventurous by opting for their Experimental and Explorative Approaches to Patternmaking.Naturally, if they offer Level I courses, they also offer more advanced courses… Such a shirt dress is not as easy to design as it looks! Image by Shutterbug75 from PixabayWe really found their Draping Womenswear Design course particularly intriguing.Did you know that draping is a way to make patterns? Not like a wrap dress or a wrap skirt, and not quite like a kimono â€" which does involve draping oneself in layers of silk… we mean draping muslin on a dress form to make a pattern.You can read all about it in our article on patternmaking… Now, back to the wonderful courses at UAL.They make a distinction between pattern cutting for men’s- and womenswear; they also have courses for those who wish to learn more about the latest tools of the garment industry such as digital pattern cutters and how to use the Gerber Accumark pattern cutter.UAL is not the only college in the country offering such courses. We’ve found similar offerings at Herefordshire University, Glasgow School of Art and many other art colleges around the country.What could it hurt to ask your local school if they have such courses?Learn Pattern Making at Your Local Sewing ShopIf you were looking for places to buy dress patterns or ideas for sewing projects, you might turn to your local sewing shop. Once there, would you be surprised to find that they may also offer sewing tutorials?And, if they offer you a sewing tutorial, might they also offer lessons in pattern-making?The best part about taking lessons in pattern making at your independently-owned notions store is that they will have all of the tools you need to draw and cut out patterns. Such tools include:pens and pencilsstraightedges and French curves (to draw armholes and necklines)notcherstracing wheelsawlsmeasuring tapetailors’ chalkstraight pins and black twill tapescissorsBesides all of these necessary items, they will most likely have sewing tables to work on and, surely you could find an attractive bolt of fabric somewhere in that store!Besides making a slope â€" a template for patterns, you may learn how to incorporate darts and pleats into your pattern, include a seam allowance and learn how to grade your patterns, meaning how to size them properly.It would not be fair for us to say that every sewing shop owner is willing to give lessons but then again, maybe s/he has never thought of giving lessons in pattern making.As soon as you ask, it may become their new idea… You may learn how to create a wrap dress pattern, a shirt pattern or a skirt pattern from a book Image by PourquoiPas from Pixabay Discover the pattern and sewing techniques that allow you to revitalise your clothing! Image by JamesDeMers from PixabayLearn Pattern Making OnlineIt is true: you can learn just about anything online, from a second language to patterns sewing.We’re not just talking YouTube - even though there, too, you can find sewing channels. We mean  entire online courses â€" some free and some for a fee.Among free courses are How to Copy Garments that you Love, Pattern Grading and How to Draft and Sew your own Workout Wear.With more than 35 years in the fashion industry, Suzy Furrer is a big name in sewing circles.She now hosts several online classes in patternmaking   such as making a bodice sloper, a pants sloper (‘pants’ is used in the American sense, meaning trousers, not undergarments), a skirt sloper and how to go from a sketch to a usable pattern.She also hosts classes in pattern grading and plus-size pattern fitting.Not only can you learn to sew with Suzy, you can learn everything y ou need to know about pattern-making so that you can express your individual style through the clothes you design and make for yourself.Don’t Forget Superprof!Did we save the best for last? Maybe…After you’ve read all of the books and watched all of the video tutorials, after you’ve been to the shops to buy all of the sewing supplies you need, perhaps you need a bit more hands-on guidance; maybe a sewing tutor to come to your home.Whether you’re adjusting a Simplicity pattern or designing a tunic dress on your own, it could never hurt to have an experienced set of hands and eyes help you along.Superprof has pattern-making tutors from around the world online, waiting for you to share your vision with them so that they can help you make it a reality.The best part of having such an international community of pattern makers to choose from is that you may find yourself inspired to include elements from other cultures into your designs â€" maybe make a flared skirt for your next night out?Or they could help you design costume patterns for your next fancy dress event…your Superprof is always here for you, whether you want to design comfortable loungewear or learn how to design vintage sewing patterns.Don’t stop now! 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Choosing When to Visit Rio

Choosing When to Visit Rio When Should You Visit Rio de Janeiro? ChaptersWhat Is Rio de Janeiro’s Climate Like?When Is the Best Time to Visit Rio de Janeiro?What Events Can You Enjoy in Rio?How Long Does it Take to Visit Rio?“Brazil offers big adventures for travelers with budgets large and small. There's horseback riding and wildlife-watching in the Pantanal, kayaking flooded forests in the Amazon, ascending rocky cliff tops to panoramic views, whale-watching off the coast, surfing stellar breaks off palm-fringed beaches and snorkeling crystal-clear rivers or coastal reefs â€" all are part of the great Brazilian experience.” - Lonely Planet43 °C in the shade was Rio de Janeiro’s hottest recorded temperature in 2015.  It’s not always that hot, though. The climate is quite nice and it’s never too hot nor too cold with a nice breeze coming off the ocean.However, certain times of the year are better than others, especially if you want to see the beaches at Copacabana and Ipanema.In this article, we’re going to look at the climate in Rio de Janeiro and the best time to visit it. IrineuPortuguese Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GabrielaPortuguese Teacher 5.00 (2) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JoanaPortuguese Teacher 5.00 (1) £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors LouisePortuguese Teacher 5.00 (2) £27/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RodrigoPortuguese Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors BlancaPortuguese Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors CarolinaPortuguese Teacher 5.00 (5) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AdamPortuguese Teacher 5.00 (6) £11/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsWhat Is Rio de Janeiro’s Climate Like?Rio de Janeiro is located between the Equator and the Tropic of Capricorn and enjoys a warm and humid tropical climate. Like many countries in South America, there are only two seasons: the dry season from May to October and the rainy season from December to March. April and November are transi tional months. The Amazon rainforest is a huge part of the country but has a very different climate. (Source: nile)The city is located by Guanabara Bay and surrounded by mountains covered by the Atlantic Forest, which results in milder temperatures during the warm periods but also humidity.Chris the Redeemer stands 710m above sea level on the Corcovado, where it’s usually 4 degrees cooler than at the foot of the mountain. On Sugarloaf Mountain, 400m up, the weather’s quite similar.Average Temperatures at RioIt’s never too cold in Brazil’s second city during the day. At night, temperatures can drop to under 10 °C but rarely any lower thanks to the surrounding mountains.If you decide to go to Rio de Janeiro in December, you can spend the holidays paddling in the ocean with a caipirinha in hand as you listen to samba music.Rain in Rio de JaneiroThere’s quite a lot of rain in Rio; 1300mm per year. London only has 584mm per year.  This makes sense since Brazil has a tropical climate which drie s in the summer following the rainy season. Most of the rain comes between December and March during storms.Have you ever experienced such a rainy season?Asia has similar seasons. The water can rise quickly.Unlike the UK, this is because it’s raining when it’s hot rather than cold.  For example, there’s an average 655mm of rainfall in Newcastle, which is still half of that in Rio!Sunshine in Rio de JaneiroSunshine is good and you’ll get an average of 7 hours of the stuff during the day. Rio is also regularly sunny throughout the whole year, even during the winter. During the summer, the days aren’t as long as they are during the British summer (due to how far north the UK is) so think twice before you start complaining about the early nights creeping in!Water Temperature in RioThe temperature of the water in the Atlantic Ocean is quite important in a city like Rio.From November to April: 24-26 °CIn May and June: 23-24 °C.From July to October: 22 °C.What more could you ask for?However, you should be careful as the waves and currents can be quite strong and tourists sometimes need to be saved by helicopter because they can’t swim back to the shore.Find out more about visiting Rio.When Is the Best Time to Visit Rio de Janeiro?If you want to visit the Ilha Grande, the Amazon rainforest, or the botanical gardens, different times of the year have their pros and cons. Before you get your flights, you might want to check the average temperatures in Rio de Janeiro. (Source: Skitterphoto)Brazil’s second-largest city is in the southern hemisphere. So when it’s summer in the UK, it’s winter in Brazil and also the dry period. When it’s winter in the UK, it’s summer in Brazil; the wet period.Find out more about accommodation in Rio.Visiting Rio during the Rainy PeriodThe rainy season is between December and March. Temperatures can rise to 35 °C and the humidity makes it feel even hotter. The tropical storms can be quite violent. Rio is sunny most of the year. (Source: tuli67)If you can deal with humidity and heat, then it’s a great time to go because everyone’s getting ready for the Rio Carnaval.Find out more about the cost of visiting Rio.Travelling to Brazil During the Dry SeasonThe dry season is between May and October. The temperatures oscillate between 15 °C and 25 °C but the evenings are quite mild. The sunsets are quite early, too, at around 17:30.  Don’t misunderstand the term “dry season”. The city is very humid and it can still rain, just less than during the rainy season.The Best Season to Head to Rio de JaneiroIn terms of weather, you’ll want to go during October, November, or the beginning of December when the days are warm and everyone’s getting ready for the carnival. March, April, and May are also nice but they’re not as festive because it’s after the carnival’s finished.The high season for tourists occurs during the carnival period and the low season is in the months afte rwards (June, July, August, September).Discover the different parts of Rio.What Events Can You Enjoy in Rio?While the city is most famous for its carnival, there are plenty of other events throughout the year you can attend if you can’t head there during February or March:6th January is the Festa dos Reis. While this is very popular in Recife, it’s celebrated throughout the country.February-March: The week-long carnival festivities take place.Semana Santa: Easter week in Brazil is a big deal and there are big processions organised in Rio. June: The Rio marathon is good for sporty tourists if you can deal with the heat.24 June for São João (Saint John): This is one of the biggest holidays of the year with bonfires and fireworks displays.June and July for the Festas Juninas: There are parades organised from the favelas to the historic centre starting in mid-June and through the whole month of July.2 December: Samba Day.31 December for New Year’s Eve. Every year, the locals hea d to the beaches dressed in a white and throw rose petals into the see and launch fireworks. Around 2 million people attend the festivities. This, along with carnival, is the city’s biggest celebration. Before you go to Rio, you should check what's going on. (Source: nuno_lopes )How Long Does it Take to Visit Rio?You can visit the city in around 4 days if you’re in a rush and need to head elsewhere in Brazil like Salvador de Bahia, São Paulo, or Iguaçu Falls (or Iguazú Falls) in the south of Brazil. If Rio’s just a stopover on a longer trip to Colombia or Venezuela (a country you might want to avoid at the moment), here’s how you could organise your trip:Day 1: Ipanema and LeblonDay 2: Flamengo, Santa Teresa, and LapaDay 3: Barra da Tijuca, Copacabana, and Leme.Day 4: Centro, Cinelândia, Botafogo, Urca, and Lagoa.If you’d rather relax on the beach, you’ll need to stay at least a week. You’ll have more time to discover the city without having to rush around. If you’re heading during carnival, you’ll need at least two weeks, a week to visit the city and a week to enjoy the festivities.So when will you head to Rio de Janeiro?While Spanish is spoken in almost every o ther South American countries including Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina, Brazil's official language is Portuguese.Before you head to the largest country in South America, you should consider getting help with your Portuguese from a private tutor on Superprof. If you want to learn more about Brazilian culture and the language.There are three types of tutorial available, each with its advantages and disadvantages: group tutorials, online tutorials, and face-to-face tutorials.Group tutorials are great for those on a budget as you can share the cost of the tutor's time with the other students in attendance. It could be useful if you're going to Porto with a group of friends, though. Of course, you won't enjoy as much of a personalised touch as you would with the other types of private tutorial.Similarly, online tutorials are good if you're on a budget as the tutor doesn't have to travel and can, therefore, charge less per hour. Your tutor might even be from Brazil.Finally, face-to-face tutorials are between you and the tutor. This is the most costly type of tutorial but it's also the most cost-effective.

Making Zig Zag Stitches

Making Zig Zag Stitches What Is a Zig Zag Stitch? ChaptersWhat Is a Zig Zag Stitch?How to Do a Zig Zag Stitch by HandDoing a Zig-Zag Stich with a Sewing MachineTeaching Yourself How to Do a Zig Zag StitchPrivate Sewing Tutorials for Learning the Zig Zag StitchLearning the Zig Zag Stitch in a Sewing Workshop“I have often said that I wish I had invented blue jeans: the most spectacular, the most practical, the most relaxed and nonchalant. They have expression, modesty, sex appeal, simplicity - all I hope for in my clothes.” - Yves Saint LaurentMore and more people are opting to do it themselves when it comes to clothes and accessories. Whether it’s for a sense of accomplishment, economic reasons, etc., there are plenty of good reasons to take up a creative hobby.    Sewing is becoming more and more popular. For clothes, accessories, furnishings, etc., sewing is a useful hobby. After all, you can make your own clothes, tailor other clothes, adjust ill-fitting clothes, or do your own arts and crafts; it's economic and ecological!I n this article, we’re going to show you how to do a zig-zag stitch, what it is, and what you can use it for. RaySewing Teacher 5.00 (6) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PrincessSewing Teacher 5.00 (2) £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AnaSewing Teacher 5.00 (4) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ArianwenSewing Teacher 5.00 (2) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ShaziaSewing Teacher 5.00 (2) £10/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ZanetaSewing Teacher 5.00 (1) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GianmariaSewing Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JacquelineSewing Teacher £17/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsWhat Is a Zig Zag Stitch?After the straight stitch, the zig-zag stitch is the most commonly used in sewing. To understand what a zig-zag stitch, here’s definition:“It is a back-and-forth stitch used where a straight stitch will not suffice, such as in reinforcing buttonholes, in st itching stretchable fabrics, and in temporarily joining two work pieces edge-to-edge.”The zig-zag stitch is when the thread forms a zig-zag with the thread. It needs to be uniform.There are different types of stitch. (Source: stux)There are a few types of zig-zag stitches.  For example:The standard zig-zag stitch: the most common type.The triple zig-zag stitch: this type of stitch is used on elastic materials which can be difficult to sew. You need to regulate the tension in stitching in accordance with the fabric.The bourdon stitch: this zig-zag stitch’s length is almost 0. It’s useful for buttonholes.The difference between zig-zag stitches is the length, width, and tension in the thread.  Each stitch has a different use. While the straight stitch can be used in almost any project, the zig-zag stitch is particularly useful for invisible hems or buttonholes.The zig-zag stitch is also used for finishing raw edges or doing hems. It allows you to stop the thread from coming away. This is really good for holding the fabric together.  This is the same reason it’s commonly used for elastic materials.Look up for the best sewing classes in the UK.In fact, elastic materials are very difficult to sew, especially for beginners. It’s quite difficult getting the right tension in the material so that the stitching is neither too loose or too tight.If you use complicated or stretchy materials, the zig-zag stitch will be your best friend. It’s the best way to ensure that your fabric is stitched together well.Make sure you learn all the common stitches and seams.How to Do a Zig Zag Stitch by HandYou can zig-zag stitch without a sewing machine and there are two main steps to it.You don't need to be a professional to do a zig-zag stitch. (Source: nebulosagrafica)Firstly, get your needle and thread ready. Embroidery thread is good because it’s stronger than regular thread.  Make sure your stitching won’t come undone by starting your stitch correctly.In the first p art of a zig-zag stitch, you sew in one direction. You just need to do a simple straight stitch along an imaginary line which will be the starting point for your zig zag stitch on the way back.  Start your stitch a bit above from the starting point. On the way back, pierce the needle through the other side of this hole and you’ll join it at the height of this point.The second part involves going along the stitch to create the zig-zag stitches namesake form. Your needle will go back through the second-last hole you made and then onto the previous one. Thus, the parts of the stitch without thread will be filled in.  Make sure you correctly finish your stitch.Sewing by hand can be really enjoyable. (Source: Myriams-Fotos)Sewing by hand can take more time than with a sewing machine but some actually prefer this technique and there are plenty of online tutorials and guides to help you with it!Learn more about felled seams. RaySewing Teacher 5.00 (6) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors PrincessSewing Teacher 5.00 (2) £18/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AnaSewing Teacher 5.00 (4) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ArianwenSewing Teacher 5.00 (2) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ShaziaSewing Teacher 5.00 (2) £10/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ZanetaSewing Teacher 5.00 (1) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors GianmariaSewing Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors JacquelineSewing Teacher £17/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsDoing a Zig-Zag Stich with a Sewing MachineTo sew more quickly, you can do a zig zag stitch with a sewing machine if you have one.  You can borrow one from a friend or attend a workshop that provides you with the necessary equipment.  Once you’re sat your sewing machine, start by choosing the zig-zag stitch setting.You then need to put your fabric below the presser foot on the machine and not forget to put the needle up.  Position the fabric so that the needle is about 1cm from the end of the fabric. This is your seam allowance. Start sewing!Finding the right tension in the thread is the hardest part of doing a zig zag stitch with a machine or by hand. You can usually regulate the tension in accordance with the fabric you’re using.Search for the best sewing classes London on Superprof.Teaching Yourself How to Do a Zig Zag StitchLearning to sew isn’t something that requires a lot of gear. You can get a needle, thread, and fabric quite easily. While a sewing machine is useful, it’s not essential.You can always learn in a sewing workshop. (Source: moritz320)You can learn how to do a zig-zag stitch without calling a private sewing tutor.First, practise on offcuts and scraps. This will allow you to get the hang of making a uniform stitch. Similarly, you can test different lengths and widths of zig-zag stitch.  Once you’ve practised, you can start using the technique on sewing projects like a purse or any other accessories.First and foremost, have fun with it. Practising regularly will improve your technique.  You can also check out some of the tutorials available online to give you an idea of what zig-zag stitches should be like.Private Sewing Tutorials for Learning the Zig Zag StitchGetting private tutorials just to learn a zig-zag stitch isn’t very useful. After all, you can master the technique in a few hours.  However, if you want to be really good at sewing, working from sewing patterns, making clothes, etc., a private tutor can help. They’ll teach more than just how to do a zig-zag stitch but also a straight stitch, open and closed seams, French seams, overlock stitch, backstitch, buttonhole, etc.The zig-zag stitch could be the focus of one or two hours of your tutorials. Then you’ll just need to practise it outside of your lessons.There are plenty of tutors offering sewing tutorials on Superprof and there are three main types of tutorial on offer: face-to-face tutorials, online tutorials, and group tutorials.Face-to-face tutorials involve a private tutor and one student. Since you're getting tailored tuition, you can expect to pay a premium for it. However, these types of tutorials are also the most cost-effective since every minute of the tutor's time is used helping you, unlike in a group class or a workshop.Online tutorials are similar except that your tutor isn't  physically there. Thanks to the internet, webcams, and programmes like Skype, students can learn from tutors all over the world. Since these tutors don't have to travel, they can charge less for the tutorial. However, these types of tutorials tend to be better for theoretical subjects rather than practical subjects like sewing.Group tutorials are the cheapest per student per hour since the cost of the tutor's time is shared amongst all the students attending the tutorial. Unfortunately, you won't get as much one-on-one time with your tutor but if you and a group of friends all want to learn how to sew, this is probably one of the best ways to do it.Learning the Zig Zag Stitch in a Sewing WorkshopIf you want to learn how to do a zig zag stitch but don’t fancy doing sewing tutorials throughout the year, you could attend a sewing workshop.  There are professionals ready to teach you in haberdasheries and workshops for a few hours on a particular technique like the various types of stitches.You just need to see when there’s a workshop on zig-zag stitches. You can practise on offcuts or bring along a project you’re working on if you want. You’ll get the hang of regulating the tension in the thread, using different materials, etc.Having help on hand will help you progress more quickly. This is also an opportunity to use sewing equipment for a few hours. Overlock machines, needles, zips, irons, buttonholes, the haberdashery is the perfect place to find everything you need.Get your sewing machines out, practise, and, most of all, have fun!Are you ready to start learning how to sew and make your own clothes, arts, and crafts?