How to Find a Sophomore Chemistry Tutor

How to Find a Sophomore Chemistry TutorHaving a freshman chemistry tutor can be a big help in determining the best options for a good chemistry course. However, it does not mean that you have to pay a fortune for one. If you know where to go, there are affordable ways to hire a chemistry tutor. Read on to find out more about it.You can always look up college-related forums or ask around in your local area to find a willing student tutor. Online searches also work very well. These methods will generally give you quite a large number of potential students. Most of them can be considered 'qualified' and are in fact willing to tutor their fellow classmates as well.If you are one of those who are less enthusiastic about joining the science curriculum at your local junior high schools, then you may want to look into applying for a job in a medical lab or studying medicine at a university. Usually, science teachers at schools are quite concerned about their senior students. They can also of ten be great sources of relevant information. Additionally, these teachers often guide juniors through the different classes they are required to take.If you are not comfortable with the idea of attending school while earning a degree, then going to college may not be a bad idea for you. This is a great way to familiarize yourself with the complexities of science. Science classes are often conducted via lectures. If you are a good student, you may be able to find a science tutor who may be willing to conduct online sessions, or video tutorials in physics or chemistry as a substitute.Chemistry tutors can be found at most colleges and universities. In fact, many universities offer assistance for students who are not good at taking notes or writing. If you wish to try to get the class through correspondence, then you may have to get yourself a personal tutor who will be more than willing to help you write letters to the professors and send them to him/her. While you are at it, also not e that as a research scientist, you might have to carry out some experiments for the class.The first thing you should consider when you are looking for a chemistry tutor is whether you are able to make an informed decision. It is important that you do not rush into any decisions. This will often save you money in the long run. At the same time, you should not compromise your expertise if you have little prior experience with chemistry.When you are unable to find the right chemistry tutor, it would be better to enlist the help of someone else. However, if you make a choice and hire the first one that you find, you will soon realize that you will need to be able to know more about the subject matter if you intend to develop good quality chemistry classes for your students.

Everything you need to know about teaching in a hagwon

Everything you need to know about teaching in a hagwon South Korea is a great destination for TEFL teachers and if you’re thinking of teaching there you’ve probably already realised the first decision you’ll need to make: public school or hagwon? Um, what is a hagwon? Hagwons are private schools that many South Korean students attend outside regular school hours to get in some extra study. This is where they get the nickname ‘crammer schools.’ Academic success is a big deal in South Korea and while not all students do this kind of extra study, the hagwon industry is huge. There are around 100, 000 of them throughout South Korea, mostly in urban centers like Seoul and Busan. Does it make much difference if I teach in a hagwon or a public school? There are quite a few similarities between teaching in hagwons and public schools. You can expect a similar salary of around 2.1-2.5 million won per month ($1900 â€" 2236), with benefits like furnished accommodation, health insurance and return airfare included in your contract. You can also be sure you’ll teach kids and teenagers at public schools and hagwons, although hagwons may also run business English classes for adults. Beyond this, there are actually more differences than you might think between teaching in a public school and a hagwon. We’ll go into these in more detail below, but one of the most important things to bear in mind is that while public schools are funded and government-regulated, hagwons are unregulated, privately owned businesses. This means you could have a completely different experience working in one hagwon than you might in another. (Look below for tips on how to choose the right hagwon for you!) The general consensus is that while teaching in a public school might provide regular hours and stability, hagwons could offer more flexibility and independence. But let’s take a look at the finer details. Hagwons vs public schools: You decide! When do you want to move to South Korea? The application process might make this decision for you. South Korean public schools have two start dates for English teachers each year: spring term and fall term. The application process takes a minimum of three months, and is normally done through programs like EPIK, GEPIK and SMOE. So if you decide in February that you want to teach in a South Korean public school, you’ll have to wait until the fall term of the same year to start. That’s a 7 month wait! On the other hand, hagwons are not tied to the academic calendar and hire teachers all year round. The application process is also much quicker (generally only 2-3 months) so if you want to move to South Korea ASAP, this could be the option for you. There is less competition for teaching positions in hagwons but all applicants will be expected to be a native English speaker, hold a degree and possibly a TEFL certificate. Where in South Korea do you want to teach? Do you think you’d be more at home in a busy urban centre, a small town or surrounded by nature in the countryside? If all three options sound pretty great, then you’d be an ideal candidate for the public school system. When you apply to teach in a South Korean public school you don’t get to choose your exact location, as teachers have to be placed in schools throughout the country. Hagwons are all over South Korea, so if you’ve got your heart set on teaching in a particular location applying to hagwons in the area might be your best bet. This is particularly true for big, popular cities where competition for teaching positions in public schools is most fierce but there are plenty of hagwon jobs around. What kind of teaching do you want to do? You know wherever you teach you’ll be working with kids and teens, but the kind of teaching you end up doing might differ depending on the kind of school you work in. For starters, class sizes in public schools are about 30 â€" 40 students whereas in hagwons classes only have about eight students. Also, in a public school you’ll teach with a Korean co-teacher during your lessons and in a hagwon you’ll work alone. The pros and cons of these set-ups really depend on the kind of teaching you want to do. Some TEFL teachers find it more rewarding to teach independently and form stronger bonds with their small classes of students, as you can in a hagwon. Others find the pressure placed on hagwon students to succeed is transferred on to them, making the job more stressful than it might be in a public school. Are you looking for a South Korean immersion or an expat lifestyle? Normally, teaching in a public school means you’ll be the only foreigner among all the other staff and students. If you are looking to learn Korean or immerse yourself in South Korean culture, this is a great way to do it! But if you’d prefer your workplace to have a more international atmosphere, teaching in a hagwon will mean you have other expat colleagues to share your experience with. When deciding on the kind of lifestyle you want, it’s also worth thinking about where you hope to live in South Korea. Big cities are more likely to have big expat communities. Do you prefer working during the day or at night? And what about vacations?! In public schools, working hours are a pretty regular Monday to Friday, morning and afternoon deal. You might have to work 8-hour days (rather than 6 or 7 at a hagwon) but you’ll normally only have to teach around 22 hours per week. Hagwon teaching days might be shorter, but they could also be more intense, with up to 30 teaching hours, and possible overtime on weekends. Hagwon working hours also start as the public school hours wind down, so working evenings and weekends is to be expected. When it comes to vacation time, public schools have the edge â€" on top of the 14 Korean national holidays most public school contracts normally include 20 â€" 25 days paid vacation per year, compared to two weeks paid vacation in a hagwon. Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. I think hagwon teaching is for me! But how do I choose which hagwon to work for? Good question! A word of warning before you start your Google search: there are plenty of hagwon horror stories out there. A quick peek at Hagwon Blacklist shows, at worst, hagwon bosses demanding overtime, withholding pay and terminating contracts at the last minute to avoid paying their teachers’ return airfares. None of this is something you want to deal with in an unfamiliar country where you don’t speak the language! Thankfully, there are also good hagwons out there and many teachers have great experiences working in them. The best way to tell if a hagwon is good or not is to do plenty of research before you take a job anywhere. Here are some things to look out for… Which are the best hagwons? Firstly, do you know anyone who has worked in South Korea? Can they recommend any hagwons to work in or do they know someone else who can? If not, search for reviews online. Waygook is a good forum for teachers in South Korea. As a rule, look for schools that have lots of reviews and avoid schools that don’t have any. Work with a few different recruiters. Each recruiter will have relationships with a different set of schools giving you a broader idea of what’s out there. Think about working for a hagwon chain. They are more likely to have some kind of standardised contract, and plenty of teacher reviews online so you can get a good idea of their work terms. Ask to speak to current teachers at any hagwon you are interested in working in. No one is in a better position to give you the real story about what it’s like to work there! Try to speak to more than one teacher, if possible. Finally, interview with as many different schools as you can, take notes and compare them. What should I ask in a hagwon interview? Interviews are a great chance to get a feel for your potential employers. How approachable they are and how clearly they answer your questions will give you an indication of what they might be like to work for. Here are some things you should definitely ask in an interview before accepting a hagwon job: What is a teaching hour? Some hagwons define a teaching hour as 45-50 minutes with a few minutes turn-around between lessons, and others count an hour as a full 60 minutes. What do teachers do apart from teach? Other responsibilities might include writing reports, doing marking or monitoring students. Make sure you find out how often you’ll be expected to do these things and be paid for them. Do teachers work overtime? Find out if you’ll be expected to work weekends and if so, how many. What does the teachers’ accommodation look like? Ask to see photos of the accommodation they are offering and find out exactly what furniture is included. What is the commute to work like? Find out how long you’ll spend travelling to work from your accommodation and make sure there is a reliable public transport route. How does vacation time work? Make sure you know in advance whether the school specifies when you take your vacations or if you get to choose. These are just some questions to cover in an interview, but ask as many as you can think of. Any good hagwon should be able to answer all of these questions and more! Take notes, make sure you get clear answers and you can even ask for confirmation of the terms agreed to in your interview in writing. Finally, don’t be afraid to be a bit picky. There are thousands of hagwons in South Korea, and there’s sure to be one that’s great for you!

Another School Year Has Begun

Another School Year Has Begun Another school year has begun. If you are a student, you may be grumbling. If you are a parent, you may be celebrating. Hours and hours of freedom! Before you make plans for your free time I have a suggestion. Go back and look at your childs report card at the end of last year. Are there any subjects that they were weak in? Maybe spelling (thats one of mine)? How about math? That is the number one top forty hit on the I cant keep up with this! list, in school today. Getting a good tutor is the best way to go, to improve the basics or last years weak subjects. One on one help makes all the difference for someone who is not learning to their potential. Excellent Back-to-School Tutors Dr. Yonas Neuroscience, Biology, Chemistry and Math in Oakland, CA. I earned doctoral degree in Neurobiology. The field of neuroscience I am willing to teach are primarily neurophysiology, neurochemistry, neuroanatomy and behavior up to the level of freshman doctoral student. Brooke K. Biology, Autism, ACT Science, ACT Math and Counseling in Pacifica, CA. I graduated from UC Berkeley with a double major in December 2011, with degrees in Integrative Biology and Dance and Performance Studies. Prof. Harry Computer, Microsoft Office, Programming, VB.NET, PHP, Ajax, Numerical Analysis and Combinatorial Algorithms in New York, NY. I am Online Tutor for Computer Science. I have teaching experience of teaching IT Professionals , students from different grades, graduate and post graduate classes for more than 10 years. Miss Ruby Business Administration, Science, Finance and Statistics in San Mateo, CA. I am a newspaper writer and financial planner. I am also a prior science researcher at Stanford University with more than 10 years of tutoring experience. Best Value Guarantee! Easy match with qualified and trusted tutors at no charge. Find me a Tutor Another School Year Begins Well maybe it isnt that exciting for us parents, but it is nice to have some time for ourselves again. Remember that? As the new school year has gotten underway, all the shopping for school supplies and clothes is pretty much over. Transportation, classes, and other logistics have been sorted out. What is left for a parent to do? continue reading ? Will I Ever Need Math in The Real World? Students often claim: I dont need algebra, because Im not going to college. Maybe. But is it worth it to limit future prospects and opportunities? Who can say that your child will not be an accountant or manager of a construction company? Can you say his interest in science will not wake up when he is older? continue reading ? Physics Tutors Should Think Like an Einstein Many of people while searching for tutoring service argue that they may have good tutor like the greatest Albert Einstein. What qualities separated this great man from other people to get great achievement? These days tutoring mentors study history in order to learn what type of traits that man had and how he had developed his mind. Generally it is said that Einstein has practiced four basic principles to develop his mental capabilities of high use. continue reading ? Did these samples catch your interest? Receive new articles from the TutorZ blog. Its free. Subscribe to Blog Basic Mandarin Chinese for Travelers: Hotel and Eating The importance of Chinese stands out as the most spoken language in the world with 1.28 billion people in China and various other parts of the word speaking it. China as a country is growing by leaps and bounds as a world power. Studies have shown that Chinese has become a popular choice for a second language among college students, surpassing previous favorites including Spanish, French, and German languages. This increasing popularity is not surprising since the growing appeal of Chinese culture in the west and worldwide. Watch this Video ? Happy with TutorZ “Ive been with TutorZ for over a year now and I am very happy.” Michael Quintal, French and English Tutor in Fort Lauderdale, FL. “Life is Like a Rolling Coaster. Live it. Be Happy.” Quote by Avril Lavigne the youngest soloist number one in the UK, fashion designer, actress and new perfumes creator.

Some good news concerning tuition fees - Tutor Hunt Blog

Some good news concerning tuition fees Some good news concerning tuition fees Some good news concerning tuition feesUniversitiesTeresa May has just announced a freeze on the level of student university fees, while also raising the threshold at which the student loan debt must be repaid once graduates are in employment. University fees were planned go up from 9,250 to 9,500 per year for the 2018-19 period, but this increase has be cancelled. This news, which will surely be welcomed by both students and parents, was announced at the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester last week. The cap at which student loan repayments will have to be repaid will be raised from 21,000 to 25,000. However these concessions on repayment will probably only apply to those students who took the larger student loan options introduced in 2012; those who took smaller loans prior to this date may not be able to benefit from the changes. Martin Lewis, founder of the website Money Saving Expert, has pointed out that the change will have a `long-term progressive benefit,` and also that `graduates won`t clear their loans in full before it`s wiped - by reducing what they repay each year, you reduce what they repay in total too.` The policy is perhaps the Conservative`s attempt to appeal to the younger voter, who voted in vast majority for Labour in the past election. Of course this slight reduction will hardly be a winning enticement compared to Labour`s pledge to scrap tuition fees entirely. Luke Pollard, the Labour MP for Plymouth, Devonport and Sutton expressed his thoughts concerning the reduction through an incisive tweet: `So your choice is annual tuition fees of 9,250 with the Conservatives or annual tuition fees of 0 with Labour,`Echoing this sentiment, the shadow education secretary Angela Rayner said the move was `a desperate attempt by the Tories to kick the issue into the long grass`. Of course Labour has not been particularly forthcoming in explaining where they would get the funds from to support the total scrapping of tuition fees; and John Mcdonad`s admission that the voiding of any student debt is an `ambition` rather than a promise suggests the proposal is not even viable. Though these announcements by the Prime Minister don`t amount to drastic changes, any attenuation of parlous financial plight faced by the youth today is to be welcomed. The average student debt for those leaving university is now more than 50,000 - freezing these fees (for a year at least) can only be a good thing. There is a school of thought that says students take their studies more seriously when they (or their parents) are paying for them. This may be a rather cynical attitude - better to believe that for the sake of personal enlightenment, and the progression of their career, everyone puts their full effort into academic pursuits. University can be a rather `distracting` place though. My own experience certainly attests to that: revelry and inebriation certainly fought for centre stage with my classes. Had I truly appreciated the financial cost of my university course I may well have knuckled down more. A Disquieting thought is that there will be many students who simply cannot afford to go to university. The spectre of debt may be too much to bear, and they might be dissuaded from three years of no income and mounting costs, when they could immediately look for a job after leaving school. I have always placed great value in the power of further education (despite the revelry and inebriation of my student days), and believe that university is the arena where you really get to the heart of whatever subject you choose to study. It would be a great shame if gifted academics were prevented from pursuing their subject because of the high cost. That these fees are to be frozen can only be a good thing - though it would be gratifying to be informed that they won`t rise for three years at the minimum, enabling at least one year group to complete a degree at this figure. Raising the repayment threshold from 21,000 to 25,000 is also a good news. With the exorbitant housing costs, and the unce rtainty over Brexit, today`s youth need all the breaks they can get.; 2 years ago0Add a Comment

Who Should Take Algebra Two Help?

Who Should Take Algebra Two Help?An algebra two help tutor is a wonderful addition to your high school curriculum. It is especially important for those who will be starting their high school careers in the fall of the same year as the algebra II course. This is to help you by first and foremost, learn the basics of algebra.There are many choices for individuals who desire to enroll for algebra 2. The course can be taught in person at a local university or technical college. You could also use the internet to download and learn how to do your homework using a laptop or a tablet. This is one of the many ways that will allow you to learn the subject quickly.There are no hard and fast rules with regard to when and where to take the algebra I course. As the student, it is up to you to decide. One of the most important reasons for this decision is to ensure that the student's grasp of the concept will be quick and easy to retain.Many students at this age are too busy with schoolwork and wo rk to put in any real effort or energy into learning the subject. However, if you choose to spend the time necessary to master the skills you need, you will not only reap the benefits but will also enjoy doing so.Not all students prefer to work on a computer or use a learning aid to help them master algebra. Some prefer to receive personalized attention and have someone they can turn to when they need help with their homework. When you are enrolled in an algebra class, you have no choice but to receive what you are offered.In order to truly learn the subject at its best, you will need to have a significant experience in the subject already. If you have taken the algebra I course before, but not the algebra II course, you will need to look at how this option might fit in. In other words, if you have taken a past algebra I course but have not taken the two most recent courses, you may want to consider this as a way to learn from experience.Another excellent choice is to enroll in an a lgebra tutoring service. Many online classes include this type of learning option for their students. It gives you the convenience of working in the comfort of your own home and allows you to receive instant online help whenever you need it.

Tutor Doctor Jobs Online

Tutor Doctor Jobs OnlineThere are plenty of tutoring jobs that allow students to apply for tutor doctor jobs online. These jobs pay well and they have many advantages over other types of jobs, especially when they are offered in a fast-paced environment. Tutors are generally taught by assistants who provide support as they work through the most difficult parts of the course.Medical skills are often the most important skills that a student needs to succeed. Therefore, it is important that they take time to learn the best medical techniques. A tutor doctor job may be the perfect opportunity for someone interested in this field. Most colleges offer some type of tutoring programs that can help new students make the most of their training.One of the best things about tutor doctor jobs is that they are more flexible than most job options. Often, students can choose when they would like to work and how long they would like to spend working with their tutors. Many schools will allow students to take classes while working with a tutor at the same time. Students must be aware that they will need to devote time to their tutors during breaks and lunchtime.Tutor doctor jobs are perfect for those who are looking for something to do and are concerned about their financial situation. Because the school provides a large amount of support, students will not have to worry about taking out loans or working on a part-time basis. There are also grants available for those who work to support themselves while they complete their program.Jobs like these can lead to a higher income for a person. This is due to the fact that students are usually taught by a full-time assistant who is able to provide additional education to students. The assistant can often receive a raise if they are able to teach enough students. The assistant usually assists the tutor with their practice, grading papers, and working with personal information. A full-time assistant can earn a very good salary as a tutor doctor.People with medical experience in the health care industry can be great candidates for this type of job. More people are realizing that it is possible to be self-employed while receiving the education necessary to become a tutor doctor. They also realize that it is not impossible to set up a business while working towards a career in this field. As long as they have good written and verbal communication skills, they can take on the responsibilities of a full-time tutor doctor. Some schools will even help students find clients who would be interested in hiring a tutor doctor to complete their health care classes.A career in this area is something that is becoming more popular among people who are interested in getting their medical education while they are working at home. They also want to work in a fast-paced environment and pay a salary that is less than their current income. If you are interested in pursuing this option, take a few minutes to read through some helpful inf ormation on finding and applying for tutor doctor jobs.

Advantages of Homebound Tutoring

Advantages of Homebound TutoringHomebound tutoring has emerged as an innovative method for teaching. While the concept of pre-school education is fairly recent, homebound tutoring is centuries old. So the fact that the concept has come to be widely used should not be surprising at all.Yet there are other important benefits of homebound tutoring and these include some of the most common criticisms of the concept. These criticisms are baseless and are mostly rooted in misconceptions. So let us explore the benefits of homebound tutoring and how it works in a practical way. This will help you gain an understanding of the whole concept of home tutoring as well as of the home-based learning environment in general.First of all, the advantage of homebound tutoring is that it allows a child to make use of both the academic course and the recreational or social one in his or her own home. The other crucial benefit is that it can be extended to all children - from infants to the elementary age and from the early years of primary school right through to the college stage.Since a home-based learning happens in the home, there is no need for extra fees as you would otherwise need if you go to an institution. Additionally, because the tutors are the parents, the whole family is involved. The students too will have more time to spend with their families, which is highly beneficial as a home-based program will provide them with a lot of benefit especially when it comes to interacting with their peers.While teaching your children, remember that it is never acceptable to give up a skill that is required in everyday life. You need to teach your child every day to be able to carry on his or her daily activities. If you have to sacrifice the education, this will make them less confident and you will lose a valuable teaching resource.However, home-based program also allows you to manage the program yourself. Thus, you can take the initiative and be the driving force in terms of curri culum development and assessment. Another significant advantage is that while the children are working, they will develop a sense of responsibility and will be able to accomplish projects that they would otherwise find difficult to handle.Learning to read, write and comprehend the fundamental concepts of everyday life is something that everyone has to do at some point in his or her life. It is only when the parent/teacher can give such vital instruction without any interference that the child learns faster and is able to achieve his goals.

Why most of the parents choose Online Tutor for our children

Why most of the parents choose Online Tutor for our children 0SHARESShare Yes, this is true that now most of parents choose online tutor to get extra tutoring for their children. The only reason is they understand how technology has brought comfort, ease and access to ultimate resources right at their door step. The primary reasons for parents to choose online tutoring for their children is it act as one stop destination for tutoring in all subjects. The children studying in elementary level or high school level can strengthen their base with Math, Science and English tutoring. High school children can ask for tutoring to master the subjects with advanced Math, Science, Accounting, Economics, Statistics subjects. Virtual learning is also good for Physics tutoring and Chemistry tutoring. Other reasons for parents to choose online tutors are as follows: Offers fun based learning with computers which inspires children to remain involved and motivated expands number of study hours. Offers comfort and convenience to take lessons right at the home Offers flexible study hours where children can access tutors before after school hours or even at night hours Offers live private tutoring at very affordable rate in comparison to local private tutoring Good choice for children who feel shy sharing their doubts, queries in front of peers Offer learning at children’s pace of understanding lessons Ideal choice for families who are frequently traveling as it allows children to connect their tutors from any part of the world Good choice for parents whose child is physically weak, disabled, injured or suffering from long illness Good choice for rural or homeschooling children where parents can seek assistance to remain updated with latest academic resources Participation or interaction of parents is also made possible right at home. Wonderful for working parents as it stops extra responsibilities to chauffer their children to local tuition class. It saves extra money on traveling Online tutoring takes place on computer and internet saves extra cost of paper, pencil and rubber [starbox id=admin]

The Ten Best Tips and Tricks for Learning Guitar Chords

The Ten Best Tips and Tricks for Learning Guitar Chords Suzy S. Ready to learn guitar chords? Guitar teacher Joe H. shares his secrets to mastering guitar chords The guitar is incredibly versatile accompaniment instrument. It can deliver many effects, from driving strumming to delicate fingerpicking. It is essential that a guitarist have a solid vocabulary of chords to draw from to do this. Let’s be honest for moment: There are hundreds of chords! The good news is that some are more essential than others (more on that later). The following ten tips and tricks for learning guitar chords should help get them in your head and under your fingers in no time! 1. Have a Plan When you are just starting to learn chords it is important to make a practice plan. You will want to look honestly at the time you have each week to dedicate to practicing and choose realistic goals for yourself. You may choose to try to learn three new chords a week (a reasonable goal for beginners), maybe five, or maybe even just one. The most vital thing is that you set a goal based on your personal learning style and current abilities! 2. Have Excellent Resources When learning anything, it’s very important to have reliable sources. Ask a friend or even better, a guitar teacher, for some recommendations. Most beginner guitar method books have a limited chord resource in the back that can help you begin. Once you progress beyond the basic chords however, you will definitely want to invest in a more advanced resource such as a chord dictionary where you can find just about any chord you could imagine! 3. Learn to Read Chord Diagrams Chord diagrams (a.k.a. chord charts) are visual representations of a portion of the guitar neck in which all the information necessary to learn a chord can be written. These are the most common and useful way of quickly notating chords so we can instantly relate them to the guitar. They are a must! 4. Start with Open Chords Open chords are essential knowledge for all aspiring guitarists. These are chords in which one or more of the strings are played open (without being fretted). Because we don’t need to push down all of the notes in the chord it can be easier to get a clear sound as opposed to chords with no open strings. 5. Know What You Need To Know It is important when you are deciding to learn guitar chords that you know what types of chords will lend themselves to the type of music in which you are interested. For instance, styles such as folk, pop and rock will stick with mostly with open and barre forms of major, minor and some basic seventh chords. Styles such as jazz and progressive rock require a more extensive understanding and knowledge of extended chords such as major, minor and dominant 9th, 11th and 13th chords and their many variations. 6. Make Sure You Are Practicing Correctly You are going to want to make sure you build good habits when practicing chords. Just because your fingers are in the correct places does not mean you will be sounding the chord correctly. You can assess this by playing each string in the chord one at a time and listening for muffled or muted notes. If you hear a note that sounds incorrectly, you will want to adjust your fingers. Remember it is important to push the fingertip straight into the fretboard whenever possible to prevent accidentally muting strings adjacent to those intended. You can always move your thumb further down the back of the neck to help your fingers more easily hold down the upper strings at the proper angles. 7. Understand Movable Shapes: Barre Chords Keep in mind that any chord shape you learn that does not contain any open strings (barre chords) can be moved and used as the same type of chord except under a different root (The note a chord is named after). For instance, if you move every note in an F Major Barre Chord up 2 frets from the 1st the 3rd fret, that same shape now lets you play a G Major Chord. If this is lost on you at the moment, check out tip #9! 8. Give Context To What You are Learning Make sure you pick out some songs that interest you and will really motivate you to learn. Finding songs that you like with chords you haven’t learned yet is a great way to stay on the path and keep yourself driving forward! 9. Learn Some Music Theory Having even a basic understanding of how chords are built will help you figure out how to play chords without needing a resource to show you. Music theory empowers you to not be just a guitarist but a full-blown musician as well! 10. Find a Great Teacher Truly the best approach to learn chords is to have an excellent teacher to teach you in a way custom tailored to you! With these ten tips in mind, remember: the secret to learning guitar chords is repetition. Try to play your newest chords at least a couple times each day or at least every time you pick up the guitar. Good luck! Looking for a guitar teacher who can help you learn guitar chords? Find your perfect guitar teacher today and make your guitar-playing dreams come true! Joe H. is a guitar and music theory instructor in White Plains, NY. Teaching since 2009, he received a degree in Jazz Studies from SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Music and can help students specialize in blues or country guitar.  Learn more about Joe here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher Photo by Dustin Gaffke