Go to the Head of the Class – How to use the Internet for learning and funWritten by Alvah Parker
Go to Head of Class – How to use Internet for learning and fun By Alvah ParkerSeveral years ago when I was preparing to start my own business I decided to take an accounting class. I took course at a local college. Each week I set out for school which was in a nearby city after working a full day. I drove during rush hour and left more than enough time to reach city because parking spaces were scarce. After working a full day I was tired and hungry (I ate when I got home after class). Fighting traffic to get to class and searching for a parking space were so exhausting that it is amazing that I passed that class! Fast forward a few years. Now all sorts of classes are given by phone and over web. The convenience is unbelievable. No more searching for parking, worrying about weather, and thinking about an empty stomach rather than concentrating on learning. Today I can set myself up with my computer and telephone, bring along my sandwich and soda and listen, talk, and learn. E-learning also known as distance learning is simple, cost effective, and fun! And choices are endless. Search web and you will find e-books, e-courses, teleclasses and downloadable recorded material on all sorts of topics. I could now enroll in my accounting class at site www.KaplanUniversity.com and take course for credit. Some sites even offer degreed programs. In my journey investigating what was available I signed up for a teleclass. A teleclass is a class given by telephone, where everyone is connected to leader of class and to other participants. The particular class I signed up for was free so only cost I incurred was a long distance charge on my phone bill. Of course there are many classes for which you pay but fee is usually low. I saw several for $19.
| | Traditional Chinese MedicineWritten by C. Bailey-Lloyd/LadyCamelot
Traditional Chinese Medicine, over 2000 years old, is an ancient form of medicine. Consisting of acupuncture, moxibustion (moxibustion - using material made up of "moxa-wool," in a form of a cone or stick; moxibustion is used to treat and prevent disease by applying heat to pints or certain locations of human body), herbal medicine, acupressure, cupping, therapeutic exercise and nutrition, traditional Chinese medicine is notated by its principle of internal balance and harmony, or "chi," (life force) regulation through energy channels.In essence, traditional Chinese Medicine is widely known for its acupunture techniques and herbology. Founded on Yin and Yang principle, five elements and Zang Fu, Traditional Chinese medicine is an evolutional treatment in modern Western civilization. Traditional Chinese medicine also uses Qi Gong and Tai Qi Chuan in its methodology. Incorporating supplemental elements in a nutritious diet such as vitamins, minerals, herbs and other supplements are fundamental treatments in traditional Chinese medicine as well. Overall, traditional Chinese medicine can be utilized to treat allergies, arthritis pain, weight control, quitting smoking, back injury pain, musculosceletal pain, fatique, stress, TMJ and PMS. Other illnesses and conditions that can be helped with traditional Chinese medicine are digestive problems, menstrual problems, and urinary problems.
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