I am in Seattle. I'd like to learn French, to the point where I could (in 6 months, say) carry on a rough conversation with someone in Québec or France. I have knowledge of a few words but would essentially be starting from scratch. With which group/center/school should I take classes, but most importantly:
why? (In other words, what would make that class better than those offered through alternatives?)
posted by Blazecock Pileon
on Dec 25, 2012 -
9 answers
Could someone suggest an easy holiday craft project (less than 30 minutes) for a 3rd grade class to complete during their holiday party?
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posted by victoriab
on Dec 17, 2012 -
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So fall/winter in the US is when I am barraged by schoolkids and their parents to buy chocolate or trinkets or coupon books to raise money for the school. My very specific question is is this an American thing only? Pros and cons of this are not relevant here, but i am curious if other countries turn their students into salesmen. If so, what do they sell or fundraise with outside the states?
posted by asockpuppet
on Dec 11, 2012 -
26 answers
Is there a Portland, OR area high/middle school with a good computer technology elective/program?
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posted by NotSoSimple
on Dec 5, 2012 -
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How do I gently ask my professors to send in the letters of rec they agreed to write? They are past the deadline I gave them . And, I am freaking out bc my applications cannot be reviewed by grad schools until the letters are sent in. What makes things more complicated for me is the fact that I just asked my profs in Jan for these letters, and I did ask them to save the letters. Well, I did not receive generous aid packages, so I am reapplying to another school which could fully fund me. so this is a huge deal! So I asked them again in October to resubmit the letters, and it makes me feel bad like I am burdening and bothering them, but now i am anxious that i don't have the letters.
This is very worrisome to me because I do not want my application to not be submitted in time, and there are early application deadlines that I need to meet in order to be considered for merit awards
posted by TRUELOTUS
on Dec 4, 2012 -
24 answers
How possible is going back to school as a single parent. Straight up; I need to know everything. How much did having children affect your attendance and grades and how did school change your relationship with your kids? Did you pass? Was it worth it? Would you recommend it?
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posted by tenaciousmoon
on Nov 28, 2012 -
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Science grad school application filter: I have informally (but explicitly) accepted a graduate assistant position (in conservation biology) at my current undergraduate institution. I am now having second thoughts and am wondering what, if anything, I should do about it. Help me, Hive Mind! I don't know what to do!
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 28, 2012 -
8 answers
What is the best way to outfit an office in an apartment with quality lighting for studying?
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posted by jModug
on Nov 25, 2012 -
7 answers
I just met with a grad prof and want to send her a note to thank her. I am not sure how long it should be or how much detail to go into. I really want to impress her so that I can get an assistantship with her.
posted by TRUELOTUS
on Nov 25, 2012 -
3 answers
Conflicted upon how to deal with bullying and discrimination (of various kinds) I am experiencing in my classes this semester.
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posted by pixienat
on Nov 22, 2012 -
17 answers
Finishing my MBA and would really like to know what adjunct or introductory online teaching opportunities are out there. What resources are out there? What would I be qualified to teach? Are there any other additional certifications that I should obtain?
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posted by Paalen
on Nov 21, 2012 -
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I asked a professor for a letter of recommendation a year ago, but my plans changed and I didn't use it to apply for anything. I'd like to ask her for another one this year, and I would appreciate some advice on how to approach her about it.
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posted by TungstenChef
on Nov 16, 2012 -
8 answers
I feel very ambivalent, like I lack perspective (but hope is abundant!), but I am not sure; this state of not knowing and being unsure of myself and what I do is tough
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posted by ahtlast93
on Nov 15, 2012 -
4 answers
Was my elementary school the only one that did regular "candy testing" focus groups? Is there any information out there about who and what this program was?
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posted by AgentRocket
on Nov 13, 2012 -
19 answers
The time is drawing near when I have to make a name for myself, put myself out there, promote myself as a capable, dependable, charming, motivated, talented, creative, expressive, innovative, hirable grownup. But I'm having a bit more difficulty with this than I'd anticipated. I can't remember the last time I felt proud of anything I've done.
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posted by The Biggest Dreamer
on Nov 12, 2012 -
3 answers
Are these really the average scores for the Psych GRE? 577 at Master's level and 633 at the doctoral level.
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posted by Che boludo!
on Nov 7, 2012 -
9 answers
Do I have an appropriate background for admissions to an MSW program? Lots of details inside.
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posted by anonymous
on Nov 3, 2012 -
10 answers
With the changing of the California kindergarten enrollment age cutoff, my daughter will be a month too young for enrollment in public schools in 2013. What are my options?
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posted by akomom
on Oct 29, 2012 -
8 answers
Switching fields... not sure I'll get in this year to grad school... don't want to bore recommenders... but want to go.
What do I do?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 27, 2012 -
5 answers
What do I do about my mom, and my 6 year old sister who may possibly have a mental problem? Long, snowflakey details inside. My first question on Metafilter, please bear with me, I really need your help.
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posted by thegunner100
on Oct 26, 2012 -
31 answers
Please help me find the title of this book for a friend. It's about a woman and her husband who are involved in a plane crash. Everyone aboard was killed, except for the couple. The wife is an art dealer.
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posted by erasorhed
on Oct 25, 2012 -
5 answers
Help me prepare for "Geo for Good Down Under" at Google HQ Australia. Details on my spatial tech knowledge inside.
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posted by micklaw
on Oct 23, 2012 -
2 answers
How do I maintain my focus and make sure my comprehension is maximized when reading (required) heavy or something I don't find terribly interesting?
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posted by Che boludo!
on Oct 18, 2012 -
26 answers
Our pre-kindergarten son is not a napper, but the school expects him lay down at nap time. This is becoming a big problem.
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posted by Arthur Vandelay
on Oct 16, 2012 -
41 answers
I have a B.S. in a mostly unrelated field. How can I work towards getting into the best Computer Science graduate program possible?
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posted by EthanAI
on Oct 6, 2012 -
11 answers
So let me explain my situation, I'm a junior in high school, almost 17, and am starting to think about the future. I have found my passion, building. I'm taking a shop class, and I freaking LOVE it. I used to be at the top of my class, and then I started doing very bad in high school, not sure what happened. It became like a confidence spiral where I wouldn't do something cause it was hard (laziness), get behind, miss more, etc etc. Fast forward 2 years. I took shop, where I became good friends with the teacher, have 100% in it, make amazing things, and absolutely love it. I only have it every other day, and its all I look forward to. I think it's what I would like to do for the rest of my life.
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posted by sizzil34
on Oct 4, 2012 -
37 answers
What qualifications do I need to teach humanities, beyond the normal education teachery qualifications? Victoria, Australia, to be specific. I am a Spanish/English methods teacher, but would love some more advice on applying for all those English/Humanities jobs out there.
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posted by titanium_geek
on Oct 4, 2012 -
4 answers
What’s the best, scientifically-supported mindset for success, resilience, confidence, and rebounding from stress and failure?
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 3, 2012 -
16 answers
How do I go about getting hired for a position that doesn't exist: a High School Russian teacher?
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posted by SollosQ
on Sep 28, 2012 -
20 answers
I posted this question a few months back but would like to... ask again with a little more details. I bit the bullet and signed up for classes again, and after my first half day back, I'm now at home having a panic attack regarding my decision. I'm a historic preservation graduate student, and after a whole year of freaking out about what I want in life, all I really want is a job that pays well, or an incredibly marketable skill. I doubt I will get either with this degree.
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posted by ohmansocute
on Sep 25, 2012 -
17 answers
I am a senior undergraduate biology student who wants to become a conservation biologist and a professor. I work part-time in a lab at my university, and my principal investigator recently made me an offer that on the face of it seems pretty great. Should I take it?
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posted by Scientist
on Sep 24, 2012 -
28 answers
Trying to identify the mythology books I was given over the summer in grade school in the mid-seventies. They were definitely curricular, I think even had characters like Sam (a boy) and Nip (a dog), perhaps there was a girl named Jane but I may be confusing her with the other series we all know. I'm not a teacher, just want to re-visit them for nostalgia's sake.
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posted by Mertonian
on Sep 21, 2012 -
2 answers
How do you deal with people who make insensitive, hurtful comments about your disability at school / in the workplace?
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posted by OrangeCat
on Sep 21, 2012 -
19 answers
