The NASA Chemistry Orbital Transport

The NASA Chemistry Orbital TransportWhen the NASA program with the flight of the first Space Shuttle- Columbia-Columbia-Columbia-Columbia took place, one of the models that they chose was the Chem Orbital Transport. It was a non-stop run model that was much different from other models of the type. Today, after thirty years of service, this model still continues to perform admirably for NASA.The NASA the orbital shuttle design uses liquid gases to produce the reaction that will power the shuttle's engines and go into orbit. The shuttle is like any other type of shuttle except that it is special, with the ability to survive on the surface of the moon and onto the surface of the moon, in much the same way as the space shuttles had flown before. After years of development, the Shuttle Program is still going strong.Each stage of the shuttle is designed and built in such a way that it fits into the NASA Chem Orbital Transport Shuttle Vehicle. The structure of the shuttle is composed of fou r parts, two boosters and four tanks, which are arranged in a circular fashion. The tanks in turn have their own internal pressure differences, which can be attributed to the differences in pressure of the liquid gases. With this type of arrangement, the engines are able to operate at altitudes where liquid hydrogen is much denser than the liquid oxygen, and therefore operate much better.The original Chem Shuttle had engines that used nitrous oxide to provide thrust. Unfortunately, these nitrous oxide engines eventually gave up the ghost, with NASA deciding to use less efficient engines to power the shuttle. The design of the new NASA the orbital transport shuttle did not change as a result of this decision, but it has continued to maintain its status as one of the best model of the Chem Orbital Transport.The Chem Shuttle, which is also known as the Shuttle Orbiter, uses no gas as the fuel. In fact, it was designed to only burn liquid hydrogen for most of the time that it was in orb it. Even with this unique design, the shuttle is still a very large model, consisting of a circular shape that includes the main body, which is entirely flat and has a fuel tank at the center.The NASA the orbital shuttle is manufactured in two parts. These two parts, or segments, are a pod attached to the main body, with a stage attached to the back of the pod. The main body is generally made of plastic and has a series of outward-facing surfaces that can accommodate the various attachments.For more information about the Chem Shuttle, visit the NASA website. This is a model that is worth the investment of time and money for those who love model spaceflight.

What its really like to teach English in Japan A teachers perspective

What it’s really like to teach English in Japan A teacher’s perspective Teaching English in Japan is unlike teaching, well, anywhere else in the world. Not only is it a country full of magnificent sites â€" both natural and historic â€" but it also has a rich culture with many beautiful customs. While we have previously covered a few tips and tricksfor getting ready to teach English in Japan, our team here at Teach Away wanted to dive deeper into how to best prepare for teaching English in Japan. While country research is key to understanding your next home away from home â€" and tips and life hacks are important to creating convenience in your day to day â€" we believe there is nothing like learning from other teachers’ personal experiences to truly prepare you for your next adventure. That’s why we spent some time getting to know Alex Barnes from Benesse BE studio. We wanted to learn what took him all the way from North Carolina to Japan to teach English to some very little and very special young learners. Alex’s Story Originally from North Carolina, USA, Alex Barnes studied Japanese at university, which is when he first became interested in this beautiful country. It wasn’t until he started tutoring Japanese exchange students in the English language that he really found his passion for teaching English. This work led him to eventually move to Japan, where he has been working in the English teaching industry since 2011. His success and life there has been so rewarding that he is now keen to share his experiences with others thinking about, or already looking into, teaching English in Japan. He told us: “I’m really interested in sharing with others how [teaching] English works, and I feel like I learned a lot more about my native language by teaching it.” When Alex started applying for teaching positions in Japan, he had a variety of interview experiences. He found that some interviews were information sessions followed by group interviews, sometimes involving quite a bit of travel. Whether in a group or individual setting (or both), interviews usually involved a recruiter giving an explanation of the company and job. Then applicants were often asked to model part of an English lesson. One unique thing that Alex did during this recruitment process, which really helped him stand out from his peers, was preparing some sample lesson plans and teaching materials ahead of time. That way, he was ready in case he was required to use his own material. “Eventually, I accepted a position for an English conversation school in a city called Tsukuba, about one hour outside of Tokyo,” says Alex. He was there for a while before he took a position with a company that had a focus on teaching English to young learners in Japan. “I started at Benesse BE studio in May 2018. I was brought in to head up training, observations, and employee care for the Instruction Section,” he says. He notes that “since BE studio is focused on teaching children, especially younger learners, the training and school atmosphere is very fun. Games, songs, and crafts are a big part of lessons, so teachers that enjoy these types of activities and enjoy teaching young children are the kind of people working here. Teachers might have a lot of students, but schools tend to be small, so a typical work environment is more personal and friendly than many large private conversation schools or public schools.” Alex was a quick study and soon settled into his life at BE studio, a company that he says “has a different company culture and lesson style. I was pleasantly surprised that BE studio places a lot of importance on employee care and communication with instructors. We also have regular workshops to improve teaching skills, and because new and experienced teachers come to share ideas, it’s a very supportive environment.” Alex explains that many of the large companies in the industry don’t have the time or resources to see instructors often after initial training. Usually, this means that the head office only gets involved when a teacher, or their school, have a problem. The philosophy at BE studio is different, however, and Alex tells us that the staff are very committed to continuing to support teachers and building their teaching skills long term. This kind of work environment was exactly what Alex needed and hoped for, as it lends itself to a long career. Some of the foreign employees at the company have been working there for more than 20 years! Alex did say that teaching English to young learners in Japan may not be a great fit for everyone. “This may seem self-obvious, but you need to enjoy working with younger children. Some people think that they’ll have a good time, but find the job not to their liking when they actually have to teach children every day,” Alex says. “If you love working with kids of various ages, you’ll be fine.” Teaching English to young learners in Japan is definitely a unique experience. Alex says of his work: “you’ll often find that kids have high enthusiasm for English and want to involve fun in the lessons. That’s not to say you won’t find that with adult students. Many beginner adult students will enjoy games and learning English as well, even if the type of enthusiasm is different from children. The biggest difference is probably in how you approach teaching those students. When teaching kids, you will have to take into account their personality and learning style more often. Whereas teaching adults is often focused more on their goals and purpose for studying English.” Alex tells us that it is extremely rewarding work for him: “When you see the ‘oh, now I get it’ look on a student’s face, or a parent tells you their child had a conversation with foreign tourists last weekend, or a student finally passes the English test they’ve been studying for, it makes it all worth it.” For Alex, teaching English to young learners in Japan with a company like BE studio was a dream come true. He was fulfilled in his work, his company was supportive and he could see a clear career path for himself that would allow him to stay in the country he fell in love with as a University student. That said, when it comes to embarking on teaching English as a foreign language career in Japan, it’s best to understand what to expect. Alex’s main advice for those reading his story is setting expectations of working for a Japanese company. “You have to take everything with a grain of salt and manage your expectations. Step one is accepting the major differences between working in Japan and working, in say, the US or Canada.” He says it’s important to not only really understand the country’s culture, but to specifically be prepared for a very different working culture. That’s the best way to set yourself up for success. Preparing for the little things After learning first-hand from Alex’s success story for working and living in Japan, we began to see that sometimes it’s the smallest things in life that can really trip you up. Based on his experiences, here are four things to consider before your boarding call. Paperwork, paperwork and more paperwork Before you’ve even left on your trip, make sure to have all your paperwork in order. The last thing you want is to travel for 15+ hours only to discover that you need a certain form signed by someone back home! When you first arrive in Japan, there is naturally going to be a bit of running around getting this, that and the other thing. Alex’s sage advice is: “Make sure to prepare well for initial costs as much as possible. Getting through all the paperwork (city hall, phone contracts, etc.) can be frustrating, but you just need to have patience.” This part of the process is certainly not unique to Japan. When it comes to paperwork and settling in, relocating anywhere to teach English abroad is going to require some calming deep breathing techniques. But Alex adds one key tip for arriving in Japan: “after you’re all set up, find your closest 100-yen store (think dollar store); you’ll be pleasantly surprised by how many everyday goods you can buy there!” Learn the language Kajsa, another English teacher at BE studio, says that what surprised her the most when she arrived in Japan is “how little people speak English.” While being fluent in Japanese was definitely an asset for Alex Barnes, it’s not necessarily required in order to be fully prepared for life in the country. That said, knowing a handful (ok, maybe a few more than a handful) of key Japanese phrases will definitely be handy. It’ll help you get oriented and manage some of those day-to-day tasks, which can seem insurmountable when faced with the inability to communicate in the local language. Check out these great resources for learning some Japanese before you take off: Japanese Phrasebook Dictionary Memrise Duolingo Get to know the culture You could probably read endlessly about Japanese culture to try to understand everything this amazing country has to offer. Reading up on Japanese cultural practices on our blog is one place to start. Or you could do what Erin, another BE studio teacher, did before her move: “I mostly prepared by checking out videos about living and working in Japan.” But in her experience, it seems that it’s best not to take everything you hear about Japan too seriously. She says: “There was some content that didn’t match what I actually experienced. For example, they talked about manners in Japan a lot, like not eating and walking at the same time, but I see people doing that all the time.” As for Alex Barnes, he says that based on his experience in Japan, “life is very comfortable, the food is great, and the people are polite and helpful. The culture is very different from back home, but that’s what drew me to Japan in the first place.” Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. What it’s like working in Japan Where Alex thinks you might find the biggest shock, and where he indeed was perhaps most challenged, was adapting to the work culture in Japan. For example, if you’re like us and roll into the office at 9:01, then you’re going to need to rethink your approach to punctuality in order to be successful in a Japanese work environment. Alex kindly warned us that “Japanese employees typically arrive at least 15 minutes before their shift starts, and showing up only a few minutes before work starts, or being right on time, is considered late.” He explained that for Japanese people, work time is paid time. Therefore, they believe that everyone needs some time to catch a breath and get ready for their shift: “The main idea is that everything is prepared and you are actually ready to start working when the shift time begins.” In addition, Japanese people like to keep their workplace tidy â€" not that you can blame them! No one likes a messy desk; it’s distracting. In Japan, Alex says “many workers place a lot of importance on cleaning the work area and expect everyone to contribute.” While he didn’t technically have to contribute, what he discovered was that “it made relationships with my co-workers so much better once I started pitching in with the cleaning.” Alex also noted about his job: “In the Eikaiwa (English conversation school) industry specifically, it’s important to remember that you’re working for a business; it’s not 100% teaching lessons. You might be asked to hand out fliers or help promote the school in similar ways. So as long as you keep a flexible attitude about assigned tasks, you’ll avoid a lot of problems and have better relationships with Japanese co-workers.” These tips might seem very specific, but as our friends at BE studio reminded us, in Japanese culture, not everything is communicated directly, so you need to learn to ask the right questions. As we mentioned in our article about teaching young learners in Japan, the presence of foreigners is quite limited, which means the average person has fairly low exposure to different ways of doing things. We suggest taking the time to really read up on what to expect. Because the more you know, the better prepared you’ll be. Find a community! Speaking of getting prepared, there is nothing like having a support network to ensure you’re in the know and set up for success. There are definitely going to be many other English teachers just like you, who you can meet and learn from. Don’t underestimate the kindness of strangers. We learned this from another BE studio teacher named Mary Kate, who shared with us her biggest surprise in Japan: “People have been really willing to help a lot. I was surprised by how helpful everyone wanted to be. People just come up to you and ask if you’re doing okay, or if you need anything.” If you want to make some friends before you leave, you can join the Teach Away Community Facebook Group to connect with other English teachers getting ready to ship out. Then you can plan to meet up with them when you arrive. Happens all the time! To wrap it up In short: make sure you’re as prepared as possible! That includes everything from understanding your workplace, to ensuring you have your TEFL certificate for authentication purposes. A TEFL is not always necessary, but a really great way to get prepared for teaching English abroad. Of course, one person’s experience can be very different from another’s. We urge you to read up on Japan and learn as much as possible before deciding to explore opportunities for teaching English abroad. Even for Alex, it wasn’t a totally clear path: “I didn’t know completely that I wanted to teach English overseas. I knew I wanted to work in Japan and use the Japanese language in my job long term, but I was open to the idea of working in other industries in the future. However, I found that teaching became a passion for me, and working my way up to training felt like a natural progression from my love of teaching. While being involved in training and employee development satisfied my desire to teach, I also studied Japanese with the intention of using it for work. With my current position, I really enjoy the challenge of using Japanese on a daily basis, and I’ve warmed to a management position more than I would have thought when I first came to Japan.” He admits that: “My experience might be a bit rare specifically as a foreign manager, but those who do move up here are the ones who are dedicated to learning the language and accepting and working with cultural differences in the workplace, which is likely true in any country.” Regardless of your career path, teaching English in Japan can be one of the most important and valuable things you can do for your future. As Alex told us in his interview, “those I’ve talked to who made careers in other industries or careers back home have said that the transferable, non-teaching skills they learned here came in handy in unexpected areas. In addition to people who have used teaching or Japanese language skills in work back home, skills such as customer service, content creation, and intercultural communication have often opened doors to a variety of careers for many people I have met through work.” Ready to teach English abroad in Japan? Check out all the latest job opportunities. Specifically interested in teaching English to young learners? See what’s available.

Its coming! The italki 2014 October Language Challenge!

Its coming! The italki 2014 October Language Challenge! Psst Some of you may have heard and the rumors are true! The secret is out. Our  last Language Challenge, the World Cup Language Challenge was  a tough Challenge!  It was a 2-months and required you to finish 25 hours!  We had a whopping 55% of our Challengers who finished it and many of the winners  made huge improvements in their language learning. Our next Language Challenge is right around the corner.  If you felt that the last Challenge was a bit too Challenging, this one might be just right for you as we are running this Challenge just for the month of October.  Were not telling you what the actual Challenge is just yet but if you feel you can complete a shorter,  one-month Challenge, this is the Challenge for you! Registration begins Sept. 15th so stay tuned for the: italki 2014 October Language Challenge Enter your email to get SPECIAL UPDATES and be notified when the challenge registration opens! Its coming! The italki 2014 October Language Challenge! Psst Some of you may have heard and the rumors are true! The secret is out. Our  last Language Challenge, the World Cup Language Challenge was  a tough Challenge!  It was a 2-months and required you to finish 25 hours!  We had a whopping 55% of our Challengers who finished it and many of the winners  made huge improvements in their language learning. Our next Language Challenge is right around the corner.  If you felt that the last Challenge was a bit too Challenging, this one might be just right for you as we are running this Challenge just for the month of October.  Were not telling you what the actual Challenge is just yet but if you feel you can complete a shorter,  one-month Challenge, this is the Challenge for you! Registration begins Sept. 15th so stay tuned for the: italki 2014 October Language Challenge Enter your email to get SPECIAL UPDATES and be notified when the challenge registration opens! Its coming! The italki 2014 October Language Challenge! Psst Some of you may have heard and the rumors are true! The secret is out. Our  last Language Challenge, the World Cup Language Challenge was  a tough Challenge!  It was a 2-months and required you to finish 25 hours!  We had a whopping 55% of our Challengers who finished it and many of the winners  made huge improvements in their language learning. Our next Language Challenge is right around the corner.  If you felt that the last Challenge was a bit too Challenging, this one might be just right for you as we are running this Challenge just for the month of October.  Were not telling you what the actual Challenge is just yet but if you feel you can complete a shorter,  one-month Challenge, this is the Challenge for you! Registration begins Sept. 15th so stay tuned for the: italki 2014 October Language Challenge Enter your email to get SPECIAL UPDATES and be notified when the challenge registration opens!

A level results day your options if you dont get the grades you need

A level results day â€" your options if you don’t get the grades you need Not getting the A-Level grades you want doesn't mean the end of your university dreams. If you get lower than your current offer, you have the following choices ahead of you. Contact your university of choice If your grades are just under, you might still get accepted by at least one of your choices. And even if you didn't meet the grades of your original offer, you might find that some universities will still offer you a place. Take a gap year This way you can apply to a different University and course next year. What's more used constructively, a gap year can look great on a CV, and make you a more valuable contender for university or future employment. Plus it gives you time to retake your A-Levels. Resit to improve your grades You can do this at school, sixth form or college. You can retake the course in the same way, or you can enrol to resit at your school. If your school doesn't offer this option, look at local sixth forms or colleges that can accommodate you. Resit the course online. This is an excellent option if you want to work and re-take as an online course which will give you flexibility as you will not be confined to a set timetable. This means you can study anywhere you choose, but you will still sit your exam at a school or college on the same date as all other students. For tutors do look at our pages for Maths, Physics, History and more. Look for other courses you may be able to get on Think about other courses or universities. Clearing at UCAS opens from 8 am. If you need to find a new course, you can browse thousands of vacant places, but you cannot apply for a new course until 3 pm. If the university gives you an informal offer, be sure to check how long they're willing to keep the spot open for you. Get as many offers as you want before making up your mind, be wary of those expiry dates! Become an Apprentice Apprenticeships are also a great way to study for a qualification and get real experience. There are a huge variety of apprenticeships available across a wide range of industries, and job roles. As a paid employee, each apprentice works alongside studying. There are no student fees, and the government and your employer will fund your training costs. It's an ideal option if you have a clear idea of the career path you want to follow, providing you with practical, on-the-job training, and classroom-based instruction. Degree apprenticeships are a new type of programme offered by some universities, where students can achieve a full bachelor's or master's degree. Training via this programme means spending part of the time at university and the rest with an employer.

Case Study Teach Aways Academic Year Subscription reduces cost per hire

Case Study Teach Away’s Academic Year Subscription reduces cost per hire The challenge BEAM Education was looking to hire over 400 education professionals in order to fill vacancies across its five schools for the upcoming school year. The goal With three new schools set to open in 2016, BEAM needed to attract the largest volume of applicants since establishing its first school in 2002. The solution BEAM selected Teach Away as a key recruitment partner for the 2016/2017 school year due to Teach Away’s successful track record in helping schools achieve their recruitment goals in the Middle East. With an online community of 750,000+ educators, 14,000 new teacher registrations and 32,000 job applications per month, Teach Away was uniquely positioned to assist BEAM in sourcing and hiring the very best teaching candidates in the market - across a wide geographical area - in a short period of time. Teach Away provided BEAM with an Academic Year Subscription - a flat-fee recruitment solution built by experts in the field of international teacher recruitment. This solution is designed to help hiring schools access a larger pool of talent than traditional advertising strategies typically offer and manage the application process more efficiently, saving on time lost in reviewing poorly-matched resumes and conducting multiple interviews. The approach All BEAM job postings were given premium positioning on Teach Away’s online job board (receiving over 1.2 million pageviews a month). BEAM’s customized exclusive web page was given prime visibility with a featured program listing on Teach Away. BEAM’s job postings were given priority placement on the popular UAE country information page (viewed by an additional 10,000 unique visitors per month). Teach Away’s recruitment solution also included access to an Applicant Tracking System, with the ability to integrate with BEAM’s own recruitment platform. This streamlined application process allowed BEAM to quickly identify and assess talent, reducing pressure on administration and drastically cutting down on hiring lead times. BEAM’s success with Teach Away As part of the offering, BEAM retained their pool of applicants on file for the duration of their 12-month subscription, which ensured they had a readily available batch of resumes from active job seekers on hand at all times. “The platform is very easy to use and the number of candidates that have been driven to our database has drastically increased since we starting working with Teach Away,” said Mohammad Bhudye, Chief Information Officer at BEAM. From January to December 2016, BEAM saw the following results: 144,000 total job posting views 9,555 total applications received 1,911 applications per school “For every 10 qualified candidates that we interviewed, well over 50% came from Teach Away,” Mohammad said. “Through Teach Away, we’ve been able to lower our cost per acquisition with the fixed annual fee and have found it to be excellent value for money. Our campaign has attracted quality applicants from the UK, USA, Canada and beyond - the global reach is unrivaled compared to other well-known job sites.” At Teach Away, we make hiring the very best teaching talent easier. Interested in finding out how we can support your institution's recruitment needs? Visit our recruitment page today!

English Tutor Montréal - How to Find a Job That Requires English Degrees

English Tutor Montréal - How to Find a Job That Requires English DegreesIf you have been looking for a language teaching job in Montréal, or are already living and working in the city, you are probably curious as to what sort of course work would be needed to prepare you for this type of work. Montréal has a lot of language teachers, but it is often difficult to find a job with an English teaching background in this city. This is because the demand for teachers in general in Montréal is extremely high. But if you do find the right English tutor Montréal can be a great place to live and work!If you are ready to work full-time for someone, you will need to have some experience in the teaching field. Depending on the company you are applying to, you may need to have a higher level of experience, such as more than two years of experience in the profession. An English tutor Montréal may even require a bachelor's degree or a university degree. There are also many universities in this city that offer courses in teaching English as a second language.There are plenty of jobs out there for people who are English speaking, but don't have any work experience. One job that is very good for someone who doesn't have experience is a correspondence course position. Many companies in Montréal offer translation, which is a form of correspondence course, but they hire international students and business people. The job is typically five hours per week, but at the end of the day you receive your salary. These are perfect for people who want to work from home and work flexible hours.An English teaching job in Montréal doesn't have to mean spending all of your time in the classroom, either. In fact, most people who have work jobs like this don't really take much of their time off. You can work when it fits your schedule, and you don't have to spend your time waiting in line. Many people who go into this type of job to find that they enjoy the flexibility of being able to pick and choose their working hours, while still getting paid.If you've never taught before, you may be wondering how much a post-secondary English course in Montréal is going to cost. In general, the cost is the same as other schools. It is important to realize that this is a community college, and that you will not get as much teaching experience in this school. The money that you make will be based on your part-time job. There are a number of post-secondary institutions in Montréal, including Concordia University, Université de Montréal, l'Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières, and Université Laval.Many teachers who work in Montréal find that they prefer to work from home. In fact, you may be able to work from home in the evenings after work. There are many online businesses in Montréal that provide language teaching. These businesses pay you a wage, and you get a work space for the online lesson, usually at a nearby office complex. One benefit of working from home is that you don't have to commute to your regular job. Some people don't have a choice about whether they travel to the city to teach English.If you are interested in teaching English, you might want to consider this job option if you can find a job where you can work from home. However, remember that having experience with the subject does not necessarily mean that you will find a job that requires this degree.

Molecular Basis of Polymorphism Biology

Molecular Basis of Polymorphism BiologyThe field of polymorphism biology is the study of the molecular basis of polymorphism. The term 'polymorphism' is a little bit confusing because it can be used to describe any variation of a gene but only when used in the specific context of human genetics. A mutation in one person's DNA causes a mutation in another person's DNA.Genetic testing can be done to determine if you have the gene for a certain disease or illness. Polymorphism biology investigates the role of the genes that cause disease and the genetic basis of it, as well as the role of their regulation.Genetic polymorphism, the mutation of the genes that cause disease, is always very important, but it is also the least understood of all the causes of disease. It has become more common than genetic diseases over the last few decades and there is more understanding now about the genetic bases of such disease than there was in the past. However, there is still much more to learn about t hese causes.Polymorphism genetics have many applications in medicine, such as trying to identify cancer, finding the gene that causes a disorder, and determining the genetic basis of disorders such as diabetes and autism. Understanding the role of genetic polymorphism and how it can be used in medicine is also important for understanding how diseases are genetically controlled. Understanding the cause of mutations in human DNA can tell us whether certain medications will work for certain types of disorders. It can also help find new treatments for the new types of disorders.Understanding the genetic basis of the disorder is the first step in being able to control the disease or disorder itself. If you were to do a complete analysis of all the genes that cause a disorder in any person who is suffering from that disorder, you would find out which of those genes is important for the development of the disorder and also the effect of each gene on the development of the disorder. This is the fundamental science involved in understanding the genetic basis of disease and the variations in the genes that cause it.Genetic polymorphism biology is an important part of all that is done in the study of genetics. It is one of the most important aspects of genetics and polygenic disorders in particular. Genetic polymorphism and the effects of genetic polymorphism on disease can be studied by testing people for mutations in DNA. This is done to try to find out if a particular person has the mutation in the gene that causes the disorder.In human history, we know that diseases are caused by the interaction of genes and environment. The study of genetic polymorphism biology will give scientists an idea of how the genes and the environment interact to cause the diseases and what kind of care and prevention they will need to keep them from becoming too common.