What Is The Future Of Online Tutoring?

What Is The Future Of Online Tutoring?Why would a student want to start an online tutoring program? As the result of this question, you may now see yourself wondering why is there so much student interest in teaching online. With the advent of personal computers, online tutoring has now become easy and hassle free for everyone.Students can now avail of online tutoring services through the Internet. Online tutoring is now a breeze, as compared to traditional tutor shops, where it used to be a tough task to prepare and deliver class lectures in front of the student. Now, with the advent of the Internet, there are different resources and software available online that allow students to learn different subjects and courses without the worry of driving or parking their cars. In addition, it also saves them from traveling and commuting due to the heavy traffic on the roads.Apart from getting access to all the resources and software, the best thing that one needs to do is to make sure that he or she is aware of the requirements of his or her student. Students who want to pursue online training need to make sure that they have studied well in order to succeed in the online tutoring. It is the responsibility of the teacher to make sure that the students are not only able to handle themselves in class but are also able to learn the material being taught.As the student, you will also have to attend to the assignments and the discussions. After you have worked on the necessary assignments and topics, you will have to go through all the feedback of your student. The feedback is important in ensuring that your student knows what they have been doing right and what they have been doing wrong. This feedback is also helpful to ensure that you are able to make changes in the lesson materials to help your student.In most cases, you will also need to meet with the teacher to discuss your topics and assignments. This meeting is done through email or online chat. If you plan to avai l of some type of online tutor, make sure that you get your teacher's permission before you use any form of chat program to send him or her your assignments.Online tutoring is the best alternative for both the students and the teachers. With the advancement of technology, people have more options in learning about various subjects.So, the next time you are planning to ask your prospective student whether he or she would like to take up tutoring, be sure to make it a point to get him or her on your email list first. Make sure that you encourage your student to participate in the chat room as well. Once the student begins to take his or her assignment seriously, you will realize how much fun it can be to continue with the course and provide a step by step guide.

Teaching abroad with your pet What you need to know

Teaching abroad with your pet What you need to know So, you want to teach English abroad? Even if the idea has only just now crossed your mind (or you’ve been dreaming of this plan for years), in all seriousness, living and teaching abroad is a wonderful, eye-opening and mind-broadening experience. If you have pets, though, that adds a whole new level of complexity to your planning. How do you bring them? And should you bring them? After all, taking your pet abroad is a big decision and one that shouldn’t be taken lightly. Figure out whether moving abroad with your pet is a viable option. When making plans to teach abroad, even before you research pet entry requirements in your new country, it’s imperative that you consider every available option for your pet and carefully weigh up the pros and cons of each. Have a long and hard think about what’s really best for them. If the move is relatively short term (a year or two at, the most), you may want to consider leaving your pet at home, in trusted hands, if possible. Your pet’s health and well being should be considered above all else. The stress of flying can make pets ill. Conditions in the cargo hold of commercial jets are not always pet-friendly. Temperatures can fluctuate wildly, the noise can be terrifying to pets and the air pressure can drop at any time. There are also the practicalities to consider when you do make the move. In Asia, for example, pet-friendly accommodation can be difficult to find. In the UAE, dogs are banned from public areas and confined to designated dog parks. Some countries frown (or have an outright ban) on taking animals on public transportation. And depending on where you’re moving to (and from) an extreme climate can have a negative impact on your pet’s quality of life. Factors to consider when moving abroad with your pet. Most countries require some sort of entry permit for pets. The application process varies substantially from country to country. You’ll want to allow plenty of lead time in advance of the big move so you can be sure you’ve covered all your bases. If in doubt, then check whether your new country’s government website has a page detailing what you need to know about moving with your pet. Teaching in Europe with either a dog, cat or ferret, for example, is relatively straightforward. The days of drawn-out quarantines and indecipherable paperwork are long gone, thanks to something that sounds almost impossibly adorable - a pet passport! If your pet is another species, then national laws apply so you’ll need to do some more in-depth research into the pet regulations set by the country in Europe you’ll be teaching in. In Asia, it’s pretty much guaranteed that you’re going to need your pet to be quarantined. You’ll also need to microchip and vaccinate your pet against rabies in Korea and Japan. While some countries ban snakes and birds altogether, others go one step further and impose bans of certain breeds of dogs. Check with the country’s consulate on whether they have laws in places restricting your dog’s breed. If you’ve decided to take your best friend with you, it’s also a good idea to research accessibility to pet services locally, like vets, animal hospitals, groomers and pet sitters. Is your pet’s food brand is readily available? Will your accommodation will come with a yard for your dog to roam in? Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. Teaching overseas with your pet: A checklist of what to do. Because there are so many details to sort out and many different things to consider as you plan your move, you will want to be fully prepared every step of the way. Check out our tips below: Find a vet who specializes in pet relocation. Your current vet or state/government site might be able to point you in the right direction. If you’re based in the US, you’ll need an accredited vet to fill out an international health certificate for your pet. Get your documents in order. Pet Relocation has advice on transporting pets to different destinations overseas. If you’re coming from the US, you’ll need to get a health certificate from the US Department of Agriculture (USA). You’ll also want to bring a hard copy of your pet’s health records, to be on the safe side. Get your pet vaccinated and microchipped. Microchipping your pet is always recommended anyway, but many countries also require it. In Europe, for instance, you’ll need to get your pet decked out with an ISO microchip. You’ll need to redo your pet’s rabies vaccine at a specific time before you depart. Other immunizations you’ll need to for dogs include: Distemper Parvovirus Canine hepatitis Leptospirosis While cats will need the following vaccines ahead of time: Panleukopenia Rhinotracheitis Calicivirus Get a travel crate. Now’s the time to get your pet used to their travel crate. And check with the airline you’re flying with about whether to get a hard or soft-sided crate. Confirm any airline requirements. Every airline has their own set of policies in place when flying with pets. For instance, depending on the size of your dog and your destination, you might not be able to travel with your pet in the cabin. And as much as we hate to break it to you, some airlines don’t have the best track record when it comes to keeping pets safe. Oh, and no matter how tempted you are to sedate your dog for the flight, it’s really not advisable. Sedation can cause breathing difficulties. Set money aside for your pet ticket. Yes, air travel is now available to the furry masses. And some airlines even allow dogs to travel in the cabin, rather than the cargo hold. Either way, you will have to pay, although airlines do vary in their pricing structure for pets so you’ll need to check with them directly. If possible, try getting a direct, non-stop flight. And avoid holiday and weekend travel times like the plague. Also, have a think about the time of year you’re flying in. Is it extremely cold or hot? This can make conditions in the cargo hold harder on your pet. All set for you and your furry friend’s adventure teaching and traveling abroad? Be sure to check out these additional resources for new expat teachers: 5 teacher blogs to get you excited about teaching abroad How to avoid cold feet: The teach abroad edition Tax timeout: tax responsibilities for teachers heading overseas to teach

New Features My Home Page, Blackboard, Daylight Savings Time

New Features My Home Page, Blackboard, Daylight Savings Time Our product team has been working on a number of improvements on the website. Our latest improvement has been to reorganize the personal homepage. As soon as you login, you can see the new blackboard and layout. First, its easier to comment and ask questions on the new blackboard. In addition, now you will be able to see your blackboard posts combined with questions that you have asked. You can also reply in a thread, so your replies can stay linked together. Weve also added a side column that has updates from your italki friends. We hope this will make learning a language more social. Now you can see what your italki friends are doing. We hope youll spend a little time to answer questions from your friends, or help them with an language issue they are facing. Weve also made a change to timezones recently. Many of you may have noticed that you have been asked to reselect your timezone. This is important as many students are scheduling lessons on italki, and issues like daylight savings make it crucial to synchronize clocks. As always, please keep the feedback coming through our feedback link or through email (feedback at italki dot com). Your opinions really help us work on where we can improve the site. And keep checking out our blog. We have many more updates coming up soon, and well always let you know about them here. The italki team New Features My Home Page, Blackboard, Daylight Savings Time Our product team has been working on a number of improvements on the website. Our latest improvement has been to reorganize the personal homepage. As soon as you login, you can see the new blackboard and layout. First, its easier to comment and ask questions on the new blackboard. In addition, now you will be able to see your blackboard posts combined with questions that you have asked. You can also reply in a thread, so your replies can stay linked together. Weve also added a side column that has updates from your italki friends. We hope this will make learning a language more social. Now you can see what your italki friends are doing. We hope youll spend a little time to answer questions from your friends, or help them with an language issue they are facing. Weve also made a change to timezones recently. Many of you may have noticed that you have been asked to reselect your timezone. This is important as many students are scheduling lessons on italki, and issues like daylight savings make it crucial to synchronize clocks. As always, please keep the feedback coming through our feedback link or through email (feedback at italki dot com). Your opinions really help us work on where we can improve the site. And keep checking out our blog. We have many more updates coming up soon, and well always let you know about them here. The italki team

How to Navigate the Process of Finding and Accepting Student Loans

How to Navigate the Process of Finding and Accepting Student Loans Image via Isorepublic.com Fill out the FAFSA Filling out the FAFSA is a great way to start finding government, need-based loans that you qualify for. Yes, it’s time-consuming, but it will be worth the effort if you get a good loan out of it! Check your school’s financial aid website to see when the deadline is (usually, it’s April 1). You can also fill out the College Board CSS/Profile form to help you find even more loans. Actually pay them… You can get into a lot of trouble for not paying your student loans. Make sure you have monthly reminders in place so that you do not forget to make your payment. Also, be sure to budget a good amount for your student loan payments every month. And do it soon! It’s also important to pay off your student loans as soon as you can, especially if your loans have higher interest rates. The longer you wait to pay them off, the more interest you will accumulate, and you’ll have to pay way more than you originally thought. Don’t get yourself into this situation; just be sure to have a good payment plan. Do your research No two loans are the same. This is why it is crucial to know what you are getting yourself into before signing off on that loan. There are a few key things you should definitely know before agreeing to take on a loan: •Is the interest on the loan subsidized or unsubsidized? If it is subsidized, that means the federal government will pay the interest until you graduate. If it is unsubsidized, you are responsible for paying all the interest (all the more reason to pay it off faster!). Subsidized loans are usually available to undergraduate students who qualify for need-based aid. Unsubsidized loans are available to almost all students. •What can you use the money for? There are some monies that you can only use for certain things. For example, some things can only be used for room and board, or for books. Make sure you can use the money you’re getting for what you need. •Do you have to pay a “loan origination fee”? In some cases, you might be charged a fee when you first take out the loan. It’s usually around 1-4 percent of the loan, and it will be included in the loan. (Think of it as a down payment rather than an additional payment.) Don’t accept more than you can pay off A common mistake many students make when taking out loans is accepting more than they will be able to pay off. As a rule of thumb, don’t take out more than 25 percent of your expected entry level salary. If you’ve already taken out that much and still need more money to cover your tuition, try looking to other resources to meet your financial needs. Find other sources of income Remember how I said you should find other sources to meet your financial needs? Let’s talk about them. It’s best to look into these resources first to minimize your student loans. Here are other places that can help you pay your way through school: •Look for scholarships or grants on websites like fastweb.com (and check out these tips to make sure the scholarship you’re applying to is not a scam!) •If you have the time, get a part-time job. You can even look into work/study programs and paid internships. •Look for opportunities that may lower your tuition costs. Although this wont technically help you pay for your school, it’ll lower your bill and thus, you won’t have to take out even more loans. For example, usually, if you are a resident assistant (RA), the school will cover your room and board costs. Consider working in public service If you decide to work in certain public service fields, your student loans will be forgiven after you have made 120 monthly payments working full-time. Usually, government organizations and not for profit 501c3 corporation workers may be eligible for this forgiveness. Check out U.S. Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid website to find out more about public service loan forgiveness. Paying for college is a tricky thing. Taking out student loans is definitely an option to help you pay your way through school. Just be sure to do your research and know what you’re getting into before you sign and click “accept.”

3 Easy Online Courses Worth Taking

3 Easy Online Courses Worth Taking Image via Pexels Online courses offer flexibility for nontraditional students who may have full-time jobs, re-entry students hoping to ease their way back into the usual classroom setting, and students with otherwise complicated schedules that do not lend themselves to an in-person classroom experience. But how do you determine which online courses are worth taking? Here are 3 easy online courses to take that won’t waste your time. 1. Personal Finance Offered by Missouri State University, this class will teach you highly practical tips for navigating personal saving, credit and retirement planning. If you’re fuzzy about your finances, this eight-class course will help you gain more control over money management. According to USA TODAY, you can find the course on iTunes U and Youtube via Open Culture, a site any student seeking online courses should visit, as it “allows you to search for free online classes by topic, then directs you to all available formats.” Given that this course’s topic is non-academic, it shouldn’t pose too much stress for students, and even finance-savvy students could find this class a nice refresher that will set them on a steady path to financial stability. 2. Communication Skills and Team Building The second course in Fullbridge’s four-part Career Development XSeries, “Communication Skills and Team Building” can help any student succeed regardless of their field/major. If you find interest in personal and professional development, you’ll enjoy the tips this course offers to help you thrive in the workplace and improve relationships with colleagues. The course requires only an hour or two per week, and the benefits of learning better communication strategies outweigh the $60 cost. According to the class description, you will learn “how to determine the most appropriate format for different messages, how to use top-down thinking to structure your communications, how to manage conflict in a professional and appropriate manner, how to achieve team synergy by using the forming, storming, norming, and performing methodology, and how to scope, plan, execute, and reflect on projects,” among other topics. Students may think they know all there is to know about best practices for communication, but there’s always more to learn, and knowing how to collaborate with others will serve anyone for a lifetime. 3. A Beginner’s Guide to Irrational Behavior The title alone makes me want to enroll in this course. The class, accessible via Coursera but hosted by Duke University, claims to “introduce students to the range of cases where people make decisions inconsistent with standard economic theory, which assumes rational decision making, and think about how insights about that sort of behavior can be applied”but don’t worry if you’re not that well-versed in behavioral economics. The course listing claims students only need to have “curiosity about human nature.” It seems highly promising, especially given the instructor, Dan Ariely, is highly recognized in the field. In general, it’s worth noting that the subject of your online class may affect your motivation and productivity. In high school, I opted to take U.S. History course online instead of in-person because it was my least favorite subject. I figured that it was the most sensical choice, that it would be less bothersome if I didn’t have to physically sit in a history class. However, I quickly learned that the less you enjoy your online course, the more likely you’ll put off the coursework and become frustrated when you cannot receive immediate support from an instructor. I now believe it’s much easier to take an online class that excites you, whose coursework you won’t want to delay each night when your calendar alerts you to complete readings and take that pesky comprehension quiz. Additionally, it’s not always the best idea to take many classes for your major online, as you’ll usually get the most immersive experience in a physical classroom with peers and instructors accessible. Lastly, while these courses are relatively “easy,” online courses taken for more academic purposes can be as challenging (or more challenging) than a traditional course. As said in an article by Rasmussen College, “It’s true that online courses offer you the flexibility to learn in your own time and space, but that doesn’t change the amount of work you put in. You still have the same amount of workâ€"just without the formal classroom setting.” That said, you get out of an online course exactly what you put into it. To search for online classes that peak your interest, try browsing on edX, a free online course platform that lets you search for what you’d like to learn! Coursera, a similar site, will also direct you to tons of courses across disciplines.

Importance of Introducing Induction Chemistry to You

Importance of Introducing Induction Chemistry to YouInduction chemistry is a science that focuses on all things physical and organic and is concerned with the study of nucleation, manipulation, reagent preparation, etc. It can be very difficult to understand induction, especially if you are not an expert in it. What you need to do is to first understand the main features of induction. You need to learn how to read induction notes, which will enable you to follow along with other induction students.Induction chemistry uses to the regular or chemical reactions between two elements and can have many different reactions. In simple words, induction science aims at explaining how these reactions work. It is basically concerned with the reaction of different substances and minerals.In this way, specific chemistry can be effectively explained. Specific chemistry concerns reactions between two substances or molecules. Since it deals with atoms, it will also be able to explain all about reacti on between different kinds of matter such as acids, alkalis, and nitriles. The main constituents of an acid are H 2 and N 2 O.Several different reactions can be done in induction. Some of them are mixing, reacting, diffusion, crystallization, phase change, ionization, evaporation, etc. This is the reason why induction is very important for a chemist because it helps him to explain all the chemical reactions.This chemistry is very easy to understand, but you need to practice a lot if you want to master this science. First of all, you need to do some chemistry exercises to understand the basic principles of this science. These include those that discuss the various reactions and those that use acids, alkalis, and other natural substances.If you are interested in learning more about this science, you should purchase your own induction note book and study it yourself. There are some online schools where you can purchase your own books, or you can do it by yourself by studying the induct ion notes of experts.Remember that induction chemistry can be useful for almost all kinds of subjects, from physics, biology, chemistry, and others. Although it is known as an easy chemistry subject, if you really want to be successful in this chemistry, then make sure that you will dedicate some time to it.

Learn To Speak English From Hindi

Learn To Speak English From HindiA good number of foreigners are still getting entangled into the activity of learning English from Hindi. Today, many international students are extremely keen to know what exactly they should do in order to get comfortable with the language and to be able to have a better command over it. Let us learn how to learn from Hindi.One needs to first know that English is one of the most commonly spoken languages in the world. Moreover, there are a lot of people who are more exposed to English than any other language because it is the world's standard language. At the same time, a big percentage of the people living in English speaking countries like Canada, Australia, New Zealand and UK has no knowledge of the language whatsoever. So how can you try and learn the language through Hindi?The best way to learn the language is to start with a course that is as authentic as possible and really gives you the best of all the varieties of English. It is very crucia l that when you decide to take up an English course, you should look for something that can offer you a wide range of language methods and texts to help you in your quest to understand and learn the language. After all, English is a universal language and learning to speak it could be as difficult as learning a second language.The courses that are offered in the country that the student wants to study in should not only be English based but should also be teaching their students how to study with or without the book and how to manage their time efficiently. The course should also give a clear understanding of grammar rules and create a strategy to stay ahead of the competition.The next thing to consider is the amount of time and energy you can devote to studying on the Internet. Online classes should definitely be more than the free time available to you because when you are at your office or at home, you are not going to find the time to sit down and attend English lessons with som eone. Therefore, you need to make sure that you will be able to devote enough time to studying from your computer at your own pace.Online schools need to give their students the convenience of scheduling classes on any day of the week or even on weekends. This will ensure that you will be able to achieve the perfect balance between studying and working.Finally, a few essential things to consider if you want to learn English from Hindi include the quality of the English courses that you are taking. The best quality and the best format is to avail the tuition and preparation service that offer your local area English tutor.

College SAT Test Online SAT Prep Online Tutoring Tutorpace

College SAT Test Online SAT Prep Online Tutoring Tutorpace SAT test is taken by high school students to gain admissions in their desired colleges and universities in the United States. SAT test prepares a student to be able to handle college level courses. SAT is a standardized and recognized test and the colleges in the United States recognize and appreciate the test scores sent by the student. SAT scores showcase the academic achievement of the students as they are tested in the important subjects. SAT test paper consists of 3 important sections: Critical Reading, Mathematics and Writing. These 3 sections contain further sub-sections which test the students in different areas of the course. These sections majorly consist of multiple choice questions which are of easy, medium or of difficult level. The Critical reading section consists of reading passages and questions follow based on the passage. The main purpose of these passages is to test the students vocabulary and rhetoric skills. The student should focus on sentence structure, organization of ideas, punctuations etc. In the Mathematics section, questions are of two forms: multiple choice questions and grid-in questions. Even though there is negative penalty for multiple choice questions, there is no negative penalty for grid-in questions. Therefore if there is a chance, then students can at least try the questions without worrying about the score being deducted. In the Writing section, there are multiple choice questions where the students are tested on the error identification, sentence improvement etc and an essay question is also given in this section.

What is it Like to Attend The College of New Jersey

What is it Like to Attend The College of New Jersey The tutors behind Varsity Tutors are not just here to teach theyre sharing their college experiences as well. Erica received her bachelors degree in Elementary Education and STEM and her masters degree in Urban Education at The College of New Jersey. She is currently a tutor in New York City specializing in elementary math, elementary science, and ISEEand SSATtest prep, among other subjects. See what she had to say about her experience at The College of New Jersey: VT: Describe the campus setting and transportation options. How urban or rural is the campus? Did you feel safe on campus? Are there buses or do you need a car/bike? Erica: Part of the reason I chose to go to The College of New Jersey was because of its smaller, closed campus. It takes about 15 minutes to walk from one side of campus to the other, so while some students do use bikes, it is largely a walking campus. For students who live off campus in the residential houses of Ewing, NJ, cars may be necessary. Most people do not move off campus until their junior or senior years, though. VT: How available are the professors, academic advisers, and teaching assistants? Erica:Because of the small campus community, most classes have between 15-25 students, which makes it far easier for professors to be available after class and for office hours. All professors and advisers are also incredibly willing to meet with students about anything at all. A great part of The College of New Jersey is that students are not eligible to register for classes until they have met with their academic adviser, so it is a requirement for both the student and the adviser to meet at least once per semester. VT: How would you describe the dorm life rooms, dining options, location, socialization opportunities with other students? Erica:All students are guaranteed housing for their freshman and sophomore years at The College of New Jersey, which takes off a lot of pressure. Most freshmen are placed in what are known as The Towers. The first week before school starts, The College of New Jersey has a welcome week where students spend all of their time getting to know the people on their floors and building camaraderie through different silly games, activities, and floor meetings. This is incredibly helpful in breaking the ice, and makes everyone much more comfortable with one another throughout the year. In terms of dining, the main dining hall, Eickhoff, has a ton of options. There is also the Library Caf, Education Caf, and multiple options for salads, sandwiches, and sushi in the Student Center. VT: Which majors/programs are best represented and supported?What did you study and why? Did the university do a good job supporting your particular area of study? Erica:The College of New Jersey is known for its education department, but other majors are definitely getting to be better represented on campus. In addition to the education programs, The College of New Jersey has wonderful programs in business, engineering, biology, and various other areas of study. I personally got my Master of Arts in Teaching in urban education and my bachelors degree in elementary education and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). The College of New Jersey did a great job in supporting me in both my undergraduate and graduate careers. STEM is a growing field at The College of New Jersey, as well. There is even a whole STEM building in the process of being built! VT: How easy or difficult was it for you to meet people and make friends as a freshman? Does Greek life play a significant role in the campus social life? Erica:As I mentioned before, welcome week works wonders for meeting people. Clearly it can be strange and awkward moving onto a floor with 50 other people, but The College of New Jersey clears the air immediately by providing tons of group activities both with your floor and with your building as a whole. There is a lot of floor and tower pride by the end of the year, even by the end of welcome week! While Greek life does have a strong presence on campus, it is definitely not necessary to become part of it. There are countless club sports (which I was a part of), educational groups, and various other groups (Manhunt club, Circus club, Quidditch team). There is certainly a place for everyone on The College of New Jerseys campus! VT: How helpful is the Career Centerand other student support services?Do many reputable companies recruit on campus? Erica:The Career Center and the Tutoring Center are both extremely helpful. The Tutoring Center employs students to tutor other students who are struggling in certain aspects of their courses. There are tutors for childrens literature courses all the way to advanced calculus, biology, and languages. The advisers at the Career Center are always ready and willing to help give students a direction or just to hear out their ideas about the future. VT: How are the various study areas such aslibraries, the student union, and dorm lounges? Are they over-crowded, easily available, spacious? Erica:The College of New Jerseys library has won awards! It is four stories high with an auditorium and media center in the basement. There are many different sections based on your studying needs and habits. The caf is on the first floor, where you can grab a coffee or sandwich and discuss projects with friends as though you are at a Starbucks. There are also loads of computers available to use and print from. There are many quiet study rooms for small groups and individual work stations. The library tends to get quieter as you go up, so by the time you reach the fourth floor, you could hear a pin drop! VT: Describe the surrounding town. What kinds of outside establishments / things to do are there that make it fun, boring, or somewhere in between?To what extent do students go to the downtown area of the city versus staying near campus? Erica:The College of New Jersey is located in Ewing, NJ, which is a residential town. Because of this, there is not quite the lively downtown area that many campuses have, but The College of New Jersey is addressing this! A brand new Campus Town is under construction and will be ready for the 2015-2016 school year. Campus Town, which is placed directly on the outskirts of campus, is going to include a Barnes Noble, Panera, a pizzeria, a sushi restaurant, a pub, and tons of living space! Outside of Campus Town, there are a ton of establishments that students have found, such as Piccolos Pizzeria, which is a five-minute drive from campus; a bowling alley a few blocks away; and a discoteca/restaurant that is a 10-minute drive from campus! VT: How big or small is the student body? Were you generally pleased or displeased with the typical class sizes? Erica:With a student body of less than 8,000 students, it is understandable that class sizes never reached more than 35-40 students at the most. Classes are really only that large during freshman year courses. After this, most classes have between 15-25 students, and many have even less than that. I loved that the class sizes were so small. It makes it much easier to build a relationship with professors, ask questions, and get to know your classmates. VT: Describe one memorable experience with a professor and/or class. Perhaps one you loved the most or one youregretthe most. Erica:I participated in the Philadelphia Urban Seminar, which was a two-week Maymester class at the end of the Spring semester. Twelve other The College of New Jersey students and I moved into the dorms at LaSalle University, in addition to students from 10 other schools in Pennsylvania, Norway, and Finland. We spent two weeks in a classroom, helping students, assisting the cooperating teacher, and even teaching lessons. After school we would spend time debriefing on our day, and by the end of the trip my group had become like a family. It was a wonderful experience with one of my favorite professors that I have met at The College of New Jersey. Check out Ericas tutoring profile. The views expressed in this article do not necessarily represent the views of Varsity Tutors.