Unlike the pre-technology era, when everyone was more than satisfied with the classic one-to-all teaching approach, the world of education has undergone a drastic change with the advent of technology. Students aren't as nervous about being bullied at school or making new friends at college as they are about carrying […]
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Advantages of Applying to Caribbean Medical Schools
Getting into a U.S. medical school can be a nightmare. Limited admissions make acceptance rates exceptionally low. Maybe that’s why so many students choose to attend Caribbean medical schools each year. Here 10 reasons you should consider heading offshore. 1. Acceptance rates. It’s tough to get accepted in American medical […]
Call Centres-Getting Customer Service Right
Call Centres taken for granted? Call centres are a one stop shop for all customer needs when they are dealing with a company. Customers often take them for granted, not realising how much easier it now is to conduct their business. They no longer, for example need to phone several […]
Stammer Your Way To Success
A stammer is a speech disorder, four times more common in boys than in girls, which involuntarily impacts the flow of speech. Like fingerprints, no two individuals who stammer are the same. It is typically first identified in children between the ages of three and five, with over 90 per […]
Transforming your Spare Room into a Home Office
No matter which way you look at it, the nature of the workplace is continuing to evolve at a considerable pace. According to technology giant Intuit, an estimated 40% of the American workforce will be working independently by the year 2020. At present, approximately 33% of existing U.S. workers operate […]
Advantages of Sleeve Gastrectomy or Restrictive Weight Loss Surgery
Sleeve gastrectomy is one of the various weight loss surgery types performed in medicine today. As the name implies, this procedure involves the removal of 85% of the stomach with only a fraction (15%) of the former stomach being retained. When compared to gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy reveals a similar […]
Considerations when Choosing a Laptop for College
With a need for mobility, limited dorm room space, and limited access to computer labs, a laptop is a necessity for any college student. While almost every laptop will offer what you need to get by, like web browsing, word processing, spreadsheets, and other software, the right laptop will make […]
A History of the Dow Jones Company and Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal is the best-selling newspaper in the United States as well as being one of the leading economic and financial publications globally. With circulation figures of 2.3 million readers daily, it has grown year on year since the first edition was published in 1889 (Source: Wikipedia). Owned by […]
The Importance of Staff training and Development in Succession Planning
The usual reasons given for business failure include illness, divorce, bankruptcy and closing down liquidation. However, when examined forensically, there often lurks a deeper truth behind these dismal explanations - lack of succession planning. Succession planning is a cornerstone of organisational effectiveness and a sure indicator of long term company […]
Important Things about Primary Education in China
There are many foreigners who enroll their children in public schools in China, if they cannot afford tuition fee for an international Chinese primary school. But before you do, there are some important things to remember in order for your children to benefit from studying in any of the primary […]
Gamers' Guide to TVs
There are two components of a good gaming setup that you just can't live without. Many gamers may want to add in all the accessories and peripherals, but without the console and the TV, there is no game to be had. The sound system and specialized controllers are nice, but […]
Medical Identification Jewelry
Medical identification jewelry is becoming more common. People have been using them for quite a few years now. However, they have become increasingly available in unique forms and better quality. It is now possible to order medical ID bracelets and other forms of medical ID jewelry in precious metals such as […]