Category: Article Library

September 07, 2010

Chinese Inventions

The Chinese civilization has been around for more than 4000 years, and throughout the years, the Chinese people have invented many wonderful things that are still being used today. Here’s a list of Medicine One of the major contributions of the Chinese people to world civilization is Chinese medicine . Some of the medicinal practices… Continue reading Chinese Inventions

February 07, 2010

Morse Code Resources

Morse Code was developed over 160 years ago by two men, Samuel F. B. Morse and Alfred Vail. Morse code transmits information telegraphically by using a sequence of long and short characters that represent letters, numbers and punctuation. It was used for telegraphs, radio communication and international communication. The code was mostly transported over telegraph… Continue reading Morse Code Resources

September 27, 2009

Latin Words and Sayings

Even though Latin is a dead language as far as speaking goes, we continue to hear and read many Latin phrases in the English-speaking world. Understanding these common Latin phrases is one mark of a well-educated person, and it helps to have a list of these Latin phrases to which a person can refer when… Continue reading Latin Words and Sayings

A Page on J.K. Rowling

J.K. Rowling will go down in history as one of the world’s most famous authors because of her incredibly successful Harry Potter series, which debuted in 1997. Rowling was born in England, where she lived for most of her life, struggling to become an author. The idea for Harry Potter came to her in 1990,… Continue reading A Page on J.K. Rowling

September 20, 2009

Theology Resources

The study of theology has been practiced for centuries. Theology is the science of religion and the study of God. While theology can mean the study of any god or religion, it is most commonly associated with Judeo-Christian practices and faith. The science of theology dates back to ancient Greece when early philosophers studied the… Continue reading Theology Resources

September 17, 2009

A Childhood Language and Communication Disorder Guide for Parents and Teachers

Communication is one of the main channels by which people learn and gain knowledge. Parents and teachers of children with language and communication disorders are faced with tough challenges. Some of the more common problems include difficulties in reading and understanding, failure to comply with rules, lacking attention, and performing badly in exams. When a… Continue reading A Childhood Language and Communication Disorder Guide for Parents and Teachers

September 13, 2009

Special Education Resources

Special Education Resources Special education refers to the education of students with some form of disability. Some of these disabilities include behavioral disorders, communication challenges, developmental disabilities, emotional disorders, learning disabilities, and physical disabilities. As such, the education of special students requires specialized teaching methods and programs. Here are some special education resources for parents… Continue reading Special Education Resources

September 07, 2009

Answering Your Questions About Answering Students’ Questions

Answering Your Questions About Answering Students’ Questions To watch a teacher answer students’ questions, one might think the teacher was somehow born with the ability to do so. Answering questions from students is, however, an acquired skill. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions many new teachers have regarding how to properly and effectively answer students’ questions.… Continue reading Answering Your Questions About Answering Students’ Questions

Geography of Mount Athos

Mount Athos is home to some of the oldest Christian monasteries in the world. Especially after interference from the government of Greece, there have been tensions with some of these monasteries that ostensibly operate independently. The Greek government regards Mount Athos, which is an Island covering some 350 km/2, as a territory of the Ecumenical Patriarch who… Continue reading Geography of Mount Athos