Bob Shubert

Does Economic Status Pre-Determine a Student's Success in Life?

Do the other students in your child's school consider your child rich, poor or just average? I believe that economic status can be as much a determining factor in your child's self-confidence and overall outcome as any other factor they encounter in school including race. My personal analysis of this situation can be evaluated based upon my exposure to both sides of the issue. My... (posted by Bob 3 years 241 days ago.)

How to Find Free Etext Books in More Sites

My desire to accumulate U.S. history books and biographies has led me to some interesting sites. If you have ever done a Google search for "free etext" you probably know about gutenberg.org, etext.virginia.edu, arthursclassicnovels.com and other URL's. Want to find free etext books in more sites? What many do not know is the availability of the three best sites that allow you to download thousands of books... (posted by Bob 3 years 241 days ago.)

Why You as a Student Need Longer Mini-Mesters on the Academic Calendar

A mini-mester (sometimes called a mini-term) is a full semester packed into a short two-week period. It is usually scheduled between the spring and summer semesters or between the fall and spring semesters. Anytime there are two weeks open in an academic calendar somebody is going to try to slip a course in. Mini-mesters usually consist of six 4-hour sessions over a two-week... (posted by Bob 3 years 243 days ago.)

Selecting A Gift At A Chinese Christmas Party For Men and Women

When certain segments of our family line come together during Christmas we have what everyone here calls a Chinese Christmas. I was not around for the naming of the event so I am unable to tell you how the name was derived. It has always been Chinese Christmas. Each family member who attends is told to bring a gift for the event and the price is usually set low at $25.00. The men hold a... (posted by Bob 3 years 243 days ago.)