#learning skills

[starryselenaria]

These are some sketches & basic drawings of several of my pet rats from years ago - some had different ears and/or different types of fur. It’s been 15-20 years since I’ve done most of these, so I thought that I’d post them now because I’m going to start on some new things soon.

[thestudentfarmer]

Hello and Good day,

Today I wanted to give some garden updates!

⭐️Things that have Sprouted ⭐️

🌱Dill. 🌱Cilantro l

🌱Jerusalem artichokes (sunchokes)

🌱Melons (sugar baby) 🌱 Honeydew (Barnyard mix)

⭐️Planted & Direct seed⭐️

🌻Ginger root. 🌻Gladiolus bulbs

🌻 Swiss chard 🌻Carrots

🌻Green beans (bush variety, Blue lake) 1st planting. (4 planned in total)

I still need to plant a few more things but currently I'm held back by lack of wood, soil and the rising heat coming in. Thankfully the sun's staying out later now too, so that should be useful

Also

my Plans currently for those curious about the beans planting cycle. As I mentioned intentions is 4 total plantings.

When the greens beans 1st planting sprouts and is a little more grown, I'll be seeding the other side of the bed with more beans, same variety. 2nd planting, when they sprout, i intend to direct seed the space around the 1st planting with a few more bush type, with a third planting to try and draw out our homes' fresh harvest. (Plus, if the first doesn't do so well, we'll at least be able to hopefully still see some sort of harvest)

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Also thought this was pretty cool and wanted to share, as ya'all know I've been growing broccoli and letting it go to seed.

I cut, collected and set aside the branches si thought closest to having usable seed and~

Found ladybugs!

This one's fresh hatched I believe, some of the hatched ones were red, but most seemed a bright orange (like when butterflies emerge and dry out)

I've never seen the stage between the ladybug gator and the ladybug too. Figure most haven't, particularly those in urban and inner city areas.

This one was just resting next to the empty shell.

Some lady gators chilling. They look a bit spooky but at this stage they eat more aphids than in the adult stage. And as I learned from a web search they eat more than just aphids??

Apparently they eat aphids, scale insects, insect eggs, mealy bugs, leaf hoppers and cornworms among others? Which awesome if so!

Even if the great broccoli seed experiment doesn't work this year or next I'll likely leave a few up again, even if solely for the ladygators and future ladybugs and other beneficials in the garden.

We also found what we believe might be a buckmoth caterpillar? We aren't absolutly certain given everytime I've seen 'em, it's on a hollyhock and not what is their usual food sources? It is Possible a bird brought it over for a snack and went blegh too lol.

We know at least bare minimun it's a stinging type of caterpillar so we'll be cautious as we proceed with care of the Hollyhocks.

That's it for now, Thanks for stopping by :)

🌱🍃Happy Homesteading and Gardening🍃🌱

4.29.2024

[zooophagous]

Why are you using chatgpt to get through college. Why are you spending so much time and money on something just to be functionally illiterate and have zero new skills at the end of it all. Literally shooting yourself in the foot. If you want to waste thirty grand you can always just buy a sportscar.

[golyadkin]

you'll get the urge as an artist or a writer to say out loud the things you're worried about "the proportions are off" "kind of out of character" "i'm not good at summaries" "didn't get as much detail as i wanted" "i made a mistake and here's how" and that's the self-conscious part of your brain telling you "it's bad and if you don't tell them you know it's bad then they'll think you're stupid" but you've got to ignore that little voice and pretend you think it's good or else that little voice is going to ruin your life

[govind-singh]

Discovering the Best Platform for Courses – What Really Matters for Today’s Learners

The world of education has gone digital—and with it, a flood of online course platforms has emerged. From upskilling professionals to helping students gain new knowledge, these platforms play a crucial role in modern learning. But the big question remains: Which is the best platform for courses, and what should learners consider before enrolling?

Let’s explore the key factors that can help you identify the right platform for your personal growth and career advancement.

1. Course Variety and Specialization

A strong platform offers a wide range of topics—from coding and data science to design, marketing, and soft skills. Look for platforms that specialize in your area of interest. For instance:

Want to learn tech? Try Udacity or Codecademy.

Prefer university-led learning? Coursera and edX are top choices.

The best platform for courses provides both depth and variety, helping learners at every level.

2. Credibility of Instructors and Institutions

A course is only as good as the person or institution behind it. Reputed platforms partner with top universities, companies, or industry experts to offer credible, up-to-date content. Always check the instructor's background and user ratings before enrolling.

3. Skill-Based, Practical Learning

While theory is important, practical knowledge gives you the edge. Great platforms emphasize:

Real-world projects

Industry case studies

Portfolio-building opportunities

Interactive tools or simulators

These elements make learning more effective and job-ready.

4. Certification Value

If your goal is career growth, opt for platforms offering recognized certificates. Certificates from platforms like LinkedIn Learning, Coursera (with Google or IBM), or Skillshare can boost your resume. But make sure the certificate holds value in your industry.

5. Affordability and Access

Many platforms offer free courses or low-cost subscriptions. Some even provide lifetime access. While choosing, ask:

Is it within your budget?

Does it offer good value for money?

Are there flexible payment options?

The best course platforms are affordable without compromising quality.

6. User Support and Community

A supportive learning environment matters. Choose platforms that offer:

Live mentor support

Discussion forums or peer interaction

Timely feedback or help

A connected learner community can enhance your motivation and engagement.

Conclusion: Choose What Aligns with Your Goals

Ultimately, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the best platform for courses. The right choice depends on:

What you want to learn

How you prefer to learn

Your career or academic goals

Whether it’s gaining a certificate, learning a job-ready skill, or exploring a passion—select a platform that aligns with your personal journey. A thoughtful decision today can open doors for a better tomorrow.

[starbuck]

so many bands write songs about “relatable issues” that don’t resonate while the mountain goats write songs about issues no one has ever experienced before that are universal

[andrrut13]

What is Assessment in Vocational Education and Training (VET)?

Assessment Unveiled: Unveil the intricacies of assessment in VET with our insightful blog. Explore the purpose, methods, and significance of assessment, empowering educators and learners alike with a deeper comprehension of this essential element in vocational education.

[writestuffonline]

Boost Your Child's Memory: Effective Techniques

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As a parent, I know how key memory is for my child’s learning. It’s not just about remembering facts. It’s the base for learning, making connections, and using what they know in life. That’s why finding ways to boost their memory is so important. Studies show that improving memory can help kids do well in school. It also helps them learn for the rest of their lives. From what I’ve seen, using…

[mintbookonline]

Unlocking Potential: Secrets to Improve Learning Skills

In today's fast-paced world, effective learning is the key to staying ahead. Whether you're a student, a professional, or someone eager to acquire new skills, understanding the secrets to improve learning skills can make a significant difference in your journey. By adopting specific strategies and mindsets, you can enhance your ability to absorb, retain, and apply knowledge more efficiently. Here are some powerful techniques to help you unlock your learning potential.

1. Embrace Active Learning

Passive learning, like simply reading or listening, often doesn't lead to deep understanding. Instead, engage in active learning by questioning the material, discussing it with others, or teaching it to someone else. When you actively participate in the learning process, your brain forms stronger connections, making it easier to recall information later.

2. Set Clear Goals

Setting clear and achievable goals gives your learning process direction and purpose. Break down your objectives into smaller, manageable tasks, and track your progress regularly. This not only keeps you motivated but also ensures that you're consistently moving forward.

3. Practice Spaced Repetition

Cramming might work for short-term retention, but spaced repetition is a proven method for long-term learning. By revisiting the material at increasing intervals, you reinforce your memory and deepen your understanding. This technique is especially useful for mastering complex subjects over time.

4. Utilize Multiple Learning Modalities

Everyone has a preferred learning style, but don't limit yourself to just one. Incorporate various modalities—visual, auditory, and kinesthetic—into your learning routine. For example, you can watch videos, listen to podcasts, and take hands-on notes to reinforce the same concept. This multi-sensory approach helps you grasp information more comprehensively.

5. Stay Curious and Open-Minded

Curiosity is a powerful driver of learning. Cultivate an inquisitive mindset by asking questions, exploring new topics, and staying open to different perspectives. The more curious you are, the more likely you are to seek out new information and make connections between seemingly unrelated ideas.

6. Prioritize Rest and Relaxation

Your brain needs time to process and consolidate information. Prioritize adequate sleep, take breaks during study sessions, and practice relaxation techniques like meditation. Rest and relaxation are crucial components of the learning process, ensuring that your brain is functioning at its best.

By implementing these secrets to improve learning skills, you'll not only enhance your ability to learn but also increase your confidence in tackling new challenges. Remember, learning is a lifelong journey, and with the right strategies, you can unlock your full potential.

[thestudentfarmer]

Good day everyone :)

This week's garden update~

The beans and pumpkin that grew with the sunflowers are gone now and I've begun thinning out the sunflowers as the seeds get selected by birds.

I like to leave the smaller heads for the smaller native birds of the area. The heads i save, I've been setting into a drying rack where no birds can get to them.

The stalks I've been discarding the leaves in our cities green barrel (compost) program and I'm saving the stalks to either burn, or to chunk up and try a Hügelkultur grow bed. Not sure 100% what will eb grown in it, might be flowers or herbs, maybe strawberries.

This is currently the biggest sunflower yet! That pole is about 6ft off ground. I'll definatly need a ladder when it's time to take a few of the heads.

The broccoli row, there's some little florets now on most the plants! :D

Cabbages, all four are similarly headed now.

The nasturtium, which i need to go through and clean up a bit. The cold did get one side of em pretty sharply.

The carrots.

This is the batch I used the cornstarch planting method. So far, while they lined up real nice I feel like they aren't growing as well as i hoped. Now weather that's the seed, the planting spot or the season/weather I'm not entirely sure. I think I'll do a summer grow as well, just to test it out again.

The back 'l" bed, ive direct seeded some lentils with the asparagus. I intend to grow the lentils then till them back in to the soil. We were going to dump this bed, but it seems we like it still so we'll likely be doctoring it up for a few more seasons.

Well thats it for now :)

🌱🌻Happy Homesteading and Gardening 🌻🌱

1 18 2024

[ismailfazil1-blog]

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[marzipanandminutiae]

accused 17th-century English or English colonial witches in a certain subset of modern pseudo-feminist fiction: I'm a girlboss who can read, unlike other women! I live apart from the community and use herbs to basically invent modern medicine! my views align perfectly with many modern progressive talking points! also I wear my hair down because I'm a ~free spirit~

actual accused 17th-century English or English colonial witches: I'm homeless and mentally ill and my community just kind of wants me gone. or I'm Jewish or Romani. or maybe I have property that someone else wants. I could have strong opinions but that's usually not enough to attract witchcraft charges on its own unless the community is REALLY in a mess. I might even be an unpopular MAN who someone has an interpersonal squabble with, although statistically I am more likely to be a woman (unlike in Scandinavia, where the reverse is true)

[rhumbline]

Let’s go back to my first decade of life. About 8 years in, my brother and I were given two guitars by dear friends of the family. One, a Cort, was your standard, round sound hole spruce top acoustic guitar- beautiful for a beginner and what my brother claimed first dibs on. Very well, as my heart was set on the other guitar from the moment I saw it. A black arch top, white binding,white pick guard, which I remember as a Gibson, or possibly a Fender, (more likely a Silvertone) with two elegant f-holes…but with a neck separating from the body, an action that was not just high but impossible. But it was, very beautiful to me. I would play with the tuners, and try to play music, and of course it sounded awful. At some point, it was thrown out as useless (by my parents, not me). The Cort lives on, my brother’s child has it now. But at the end of that first decade, I decided I too wanted to play guitar. I went to a small mom and pop music shop. Rented a guitar there, bought the beginners book and paid my three weeks of lawn mowing money (a he-huge sum in those days) for a set of three lessons, at the end of which I was told by the teacher that I was wasting my time and his, and that I would never play anything, much less guitar. I abashedly returned my rental, threw out the book, and that was that.

Until.

Several decades later, and a couple months ago, I was having a conversation with some musician friends, and they asked me why I never learned an instrument, given my love of music. “I’m hopeless with instruments” I said- and relayed the above to them. One of my friends got quite upset at what I thought was me, and when I asked about it, he wasn’t- but he said he knew that sort of instructor and he looked at me in a funny odd sort of way.

I thought about that conversation all the way home, and for weeks after, And then it struck me. I was 10. How the fuck did anyone know what I could do? Especially someone as backwater as I was, really? So, I did what felt logical.

I bought a guitar. A used guitar- and one I found out that I got a fairly huge bargain on. It’s a spalted maple acoustic guitar. I downloaded an app to teach me how to play but then I had a thought- I might learn some bad habits from the app, so it made more sense to go to a teacher. Found a great one. Get this; I’ve learned what’s called the cowboy chords (open chords ) and I’m struggling with barre chords. Can’t do them properly yet. Yet.

Also, there was an auction for a music store that went out of business, and I jokingly bid on three guitars thinking I would be outbid on them. I did not set high bids. In fact, they were just a little above starting bid. It was just for fun. I was just thinking about guitars and how much joy I was having learning. I still can’t do a c- chord without muting some strings with my hand. But I bid on these as a joke- a sort of joyous amusement.

So I now own four guitars- the one I bought for learning on, and now two classical and one additional acoustic- which sounds brighter and livelier than my original. Classical guitars have a wider, flatter neck - so fingers spread more to create chords.

And I try to play on all four. It’s wonderful- but now, I’m on the lookout for a black arch top, with white binding and elegant f-holes. We’ll see. But damn it , I can play guitar and if there’s something you wanted but were told by some jackass that you couldn’t have because you were not good enough? Fuck em and go for it.

[udhyamm]

The Entrepreneurship Mindset Curriculum: Empowering Future Leaders

Introduction to the Entrepreneurial Mindset

The entrepreneurial mind-set is a powerful asset that drives innovation, fosters economic boom, and empowers people to gain their personal and professional dreams. An entrepreneurship attitude curriculum is designed to instill key developments which include resilience, creativity, and strategic wondering among aspiring entrepreneurs. This complete manual explores the essential additives of this curriculum, offering insights into how educators and establishments can nurture a generation of trailblazers.

Key Traits of an Entrepreneurial Mindset

Resilience: The Backbone of Entrepreneurial Success

Resilience stands on the middle of the Entrepreneurship Mindset Curriculum spirit. It’s the functionality to stand failures and setbacks with the same power as one techniques success. Teaching resilience entails case studies of a hit marketers who exemplified perseverance, critical wondering physical activities that assignment college college students to discover answers in detrimental situations, and interactive classes that inspire college students to engage with actual-global problems.

2. Creativity and Innovation: Fueling Business Growth

Creativity isn't always just about having new mind however also the functionality to turn these mind into marketplace-worth products or services. A curriculum that fosters creativity includes workshops on brainstorming techniques, guides in design wondering, and hackathons in which students can collaborate to create prototypes. Innovation labs additionally play a essential feature in imparting the device and resources crucial for college children to check and refine their creations.

3. Strategic Thinking: Planning to Succeed

Strategic questioning involves making plans a pathway to fulfillment, considering each lengthy-time period dreams and instantaneous demanding situations. It includes the evaluation of marketplace developments, aggressive landscapes, and the potential to evolve to changing environments. Courses on business strategy, economic forecasting, and resource management are crucial to cultivating strategic thinkers.

4. Risk Management: Calculating the Leap

Understanding and handling hazard is paramount in the entrepreneurial adventure. Educators must emphasize the significance of risk assessment and its role in making knowledgeable decisions. This includes schooling on financial literacy, criminal issues, and moral enterprise practices, all of which put together students to deal with the uncertainties of business operations.

Implementing an Entrepreneurship Mindset Curriculum

1.Interactive Learning Environments

Creating an interactive getting to know environment is crucial for simulating actual-global enterprise demanding situations. This may be finished thru challenge-primarily based mastering in which students provoke and manipulate a enterprise assignment from inception to execution. Mentorship programs with pro entrepreneurs additionally offer useful insights and guidance, making the mastering system dynamic and realistic.

2. Integration with Technology

In today’s digital age, an knowledge of era and its software in commercial enterprise is critical. Incorporating era into the curriculum through publications on virtual advertising, e-trade, and the fundamentals of coding and app improvement can offer college students with the gear they want to achieve a generation-driven marketplace.

3. Global Perspective

The international economy calls for a wide understanding of various markets, cultures, and commercial enterprise practices. Offering look at abroad opportunities, worldwide case studies, and languages and cross-cultural conversation instructions can beautify college students’ international recognition and competitiveness.

4. Emphasis on Ethics and Social Responsibility

Teaching ethics and social obligation ensures that scholars take into account the broader impact of their commercial enterprise choices. This can be integrated into the curriculum through discussions on corporate social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and social entrepreneurship.

Conclusion

The entrepreneurship mindset curriculum is not just about creating more entrepreneurs however approximately equipping younger leaders with the abilities to think seriously, act innovatively, and navigate the complexities of the modern world. By embracing this curriculum, instructional institutions play a pivotal role in shaping the destiny of business and society.

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