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How to Measure the Size of Your Foot without any Measuring Gadget

By skyhigh

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God created all living things with an equal size in our parts of the body... more »

How to Memorize and Act from Shakespeare

By alejomag

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This article is perhaps the most challenging for many people. When I devised this particular scenario it took place in my eighth grade English class at my junior high in my hometown. Part of me has to bask in the accomplishment, part of me still ... more »

How to Memorize the Periodic Table

By NinaH

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Many high school or college classes require memorization of at least the first half of the table, as this is where the most common elements are found. Memorizing the Periodic Table might seem like a daunting task. As with any memorization task, ... more »

How to Motivate High School Students

By Jane Patterson

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While some teenagers are self-motivated and focused on college, many high school students lack any kind of sincere interest in their studies. For these students, dating and spending time with their friends is far more important than learning ... more »

How to motivate yourself to start learning a new language

By Derren

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What should you do in order to motivate yourself to start learning a new language? Here are some steps that can help you out... more »

How to multiply or divide polynomials

By dbusenbark

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A video explaining how to multiply or divide polynomials.. more »

How to Observe Red Ribbon Week

By WriterGig

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Observe Red Ribbon Week, part of the national Red Ribbon Campaign drug prevention program, and show your support for a drug-free America. This observation provides the backdrop for programs and activities designed to raise awareness and promote ... more »

How to Organize a Low Cost Elementary School Volunteer Orientation

By FaithAllen

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Holding a volunteer orientation at the beginning of the school year is a great way to encourage parents to volunteer at an elementary school. In order to get parents to attend the volunteer orientation, you need something to draw them in, but ... more »

How to Organize a Scholarship Application

By Francine Sanchez

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The organization of your scholarship achievements and awards can make/break your recipient status. These tips will make it a little easier to wow the members of the scholarship committee... more »

How to Organize a Student Strike

By eHow Education Editor

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The right to strike has deep historical roots. Peasants in medieval times laid down their sickles and refused to work in the king's fields. There is strength in numbers and a student strike uses that message to protest an unfair school policy or ... more »

How to Organize a Teacher's Grade Book

By eHow Education Editor

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Although most teachers organize their grade books using computer software, nothing can replace hand written daily record keeping within the classroom. Having a grade book handy to take notes, jot down grades as they come in and keep attendance ... more »

How to Overcome Obstacles in Your Life

By milesraines

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This article is about overcoming obstacles in your life. We will have obstacles and these obstacles can hamper your progress to success. However, you must find a mean to overcome these obstacles. You must generate some belief within and you must ... more »

How to Paraphrase to Avoid Plagiarism

By eHow Education Editor

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Most unintentional plagiarism occurs because writers aren't sure how to paraphrase. They assume that because they have changed a few words from the original, a citation will be enough. Avoiding plagiarism in a paraphrase takes more than that—a ... more »

How to Participate In Earth Hour On March 29th!

By MarlaineMarie

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Twenty six major cites and a growing number of towns and villages all around the world are committed to turning off their lights for one hour to bring global warming to the attention of the multitudes. The dark hour is set for 0900 GMT on March ... more »

How to Party in College

By AFrieske

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Nothing is more college than partying. But it can be a pretty intimidating part of going away to college. Here are a few general tips for partying in college... more »

How to Pass a Tough Class

By eHow Education Editor

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Face it, some classes are harder than others. There are easy A's and there are hard C's. It is possible to pass a tough class, but it does require that you put in a bit more effort... more »

How to Pass the Series 86/87 Exam

By eHow Education Editor

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When you are interested in become a research analyst in the investment and securities industries, you must pass the Registered Research Analyst Exam. This exam is commonly known as the Series 86/87 Exam. The Series 86 portion of the exam covers ... more »

How to Pay for College

By danahinders

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While higher education is definitely an investment in your future, the thought of paying for college can often seem very overwhelming. However, there are several strategies you can use to get the money you need for your educational expenses... more »

How to Persuade Readers/Audience

By baw0412

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Persuading others is a difficult task. No one is expected to persuade every reader or audience member, but you can get all of your readers or audience to think critical about your view... more »

How to Pick a College Minor

By Morhy

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College is the time you pick your career path and begin intense study of your chosen field. Most students focus on their college major because it’s the most important part of a college education. However, a college minor is the opportunity to ... more »

How to pick the right day care

By clark711

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Now that your child is beginning to grow up, maybe it is time for you to go back to work. This can be a difficult time, as it is very important that your child goes to a day care that is safe and provides great learning atmosphere for the child ... more »

How to Place Students Into Balanced Classes

By Kurt Schwengel

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Creating balanced classes is the first step to a successful school year. Imbalanced classes create an undue burden on a teacher. However, there are so many variables that go into balanced classes that you have to create a system. The system I use ... more »

How to Plan a Homeschool Field Trip to Ikea

By virtualibrarian

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Homeschooling, especially unschooling, means that teaching and learning can go on all the time, and that anything can be a teachable moment. Sure, you can take field trips to museums and art galleries, but how about exploring different cultures ... more »

How to Plan Your Course of Study in College

By eHow Education Editor

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Graduation day may seem like a long way off, but you have to start charting your course from day one. Every class you take will impact your goal of getting your degree... more »

How to Plant a Litter Garden

By Michael Motta

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When I was in the fourth grade, my teacher, Mr. Canterbury, taught us how to plant a "litter garden." Does that sound 70s or what? The litter garden is basically an ecology lesson that also entertains kids because it's messy and unconventional... more »