When it comes to word processing applications, we all know that Microsoft Word is the big man on campus. What many people do not realize, however, is that there are viable alternatives to Word – Corel’s WordPerfect is a worthy competitor to Microsoft Word for Word Processing and Writing. Read all about it right here!
Archive | August, 2015
You’re vs. Your – When to Use Apostrophes
English can be a tough language. This is especially true for those who are not native speakers, and most definitely true for those who may be studying English as a foreign language. With the advent of the internet and all it entails, many grammatical errors have become commonplace. It can be difficult to tell when […]
Using Video Games in Education – Part C
Video games can be very helpful in improving students’ mental skills and problem solving abilities. Games have always had positive educational potential, but video games took it to a different level. Because of that, video games continue to cause speculation and controversy regarding their legitimacy in the classroom in particular, and in the school system […]
Ginger Grammar Checker Review
Looking for ways to improve on your grammar skills? Of course you are, who isn’t? Grammar is one of the most fundamental elements of writing, which is one of the foremost ways in which we express ourselves. Ginger grammar checker software will check grammar, offers spell checker, as well as personal English exercises to help […]
How to Use Music as a Viable Learning Tool – Part 2
If you Google music, what will you find? Well, if you search deeply enough, you will find many results that explain how music can be used as outstanding learning tools for kids. Research has conclusively shown that music helps children (and adults too, for that matter!) study and retain information. Using elements of music, such […]
How to Write Right With RightWriter
Grammar was never easy, and with the informal nature of writing online today, getting those grammar rules down pat is tougher now than ever before! Having trouble with grammar? Can’t quite figure out how to word that sentence? Try RightWriter Grammar check software for a better paper today!
Nouns – Part C
Nouns are words used to describe every object or abstract concept that we have a name for, basically. Nouns are used to describe people, places, things, and ideas. They can be broken into several sub-categories, according to their use and context. There are various ways of breaking down nouns, and I will be writing about […]
Writer’s Workbench Software Review
Writer’s Workbench is a type of software that was created in order to edit your online writing written work for grammatical errors, incorrect spelling, or improper organization of your work. Based on reviews it seems to be one of the best providers for this service. However it does come at a high cost ($120 for the […]
Too Many Cooks…? OECD Rankings
In his song Rat Race, Bob Marley made the musical statement “in the abundance of water, the fool is thirsty”. The U.S. is one of the most technologically-advanced nations in the world, but in a recent math-and-science-education ranking, published by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), the U.S. placed 28th out of 76 […]
Adjectives – Part B
Using adjectives can be confusing. There are many exceptions to the rules of adjective-using. I will try and simplify things for those in need of guidance. Adjectives are used to describe or modify a noun (i.e. place, person, thing, or idea). Examples: A unique blend The fastest runner An amazing trilogy Six months’ severance pay […]