Latin: A Ghost Among Us

People say Latin is a ā€œdeadā€ language because people donā€™t speak it anymore. Well, that much is true. But if it is officially dead, Latin is a ghost that still walks among us.   Latin Built English   Latin and German are the building blocks of English. Learning one or both brings clarity into how… Continue reading

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SAT Prep is like training for a Marathon

Every high schooler with college ambition wants to know, how to do well on the SAT?   The shortest, easiest answer is to be in it for the long haul: be dedicated in all your subjects, especially reading and math each year. The SAT evaluates math skills in Algebra 2, integrates reading and vocabulary with… Continue reading

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Novastar Tutor Tips: Homework Balance

Homework tends to be over-used in most schools today. If balanced properly then it can build studentā€™s confidence and interest towards learning. Like most things, the value of homework depends on the context: the subject, the age of the child, learning style, family dynamics and the demands of the school day itself.   Too much… Continue reading

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Finding the known unknowns: A connection between algebra and greenhouse gas research

Progress is a good thing and it has increased the knowledge to be consumed.Ā  However, with the increase in knowledge it becomes more important to make this knowledge more hands on and practical.Ā  It saves time and induces more productivity when students do not have to sift through a ton of information to connect to… Continue reading

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Give Latin a Chance!

Youā€™re looking over the language options for your school. German, Spanish, Frenchā€¦ Latin? ā€œIsnā€™t that a dead language?ā€ you ask yourself. Ā Let me be the first to tell you: studying Latin is an incredibly rewarding endeavor. It is by no means an easy road, but it will enrich your education in the long run. English… Continue reading

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