It’s very easy to get bored. It shouldn’t be – we inhabit a world with nonexistent limits, and an abundant supply of wonders that never expire. I’m not talking about our universe, I’m talking about our minds. And if our minds are so rich in wonders, that are even beyond our ability to justly explain,…
Students across the globe have been pulled backward this past year as though they’re tied to a rope. The constant variation between online and in-person schooling has left us confused, frustrated, and behind. A recent survey by CBC News suggests that 70% of educators say some students will never catch up. Friendships have dissipated with…
Many schools will be returning back to an online system… So why not make the best of this time and be as productive as possible? Here are my top ways to stay productive and focused during online school: 1. Treat your classes as if you were doing them in-person The biggest mistake an individual can…
With second semester starting, you might be considering taking a course online! These tips will ensure your online learning experience is both successful and enjoyable.
With diploma exams around a month away, myself and many others have just been hit with the realization, “Holy cow, I have to get studying!” As someone who hates studying with a burning passion (read: doesn’t know how to study without getting bored or distracted within minutes) and can’t find a way to take notes that…
{Original Image} Reading is becoming more and more under appreciated as we plough full-steam ahead on our technological road, filled with video billboards and holographic traffic conductors. As television, YouTube, Netflix, and other sources of visual media, dominate our daily lives, good ol’ books have taken a backseat. Although we must not forget our stained…
Let’s start with a simple definition: “Net neutrality” is a term popularised by internet users who oppose the increasing tendency among network owners (telecommunication companies) to tier or prioritise certain content on the network. Essentially, it’s founded on the idea that the internet needs to remain a level playing field. Since its inception, the diversity and…
In the age of the internet, who even buys cookbooks anymore? As a vegetarian or vegan especially, finding cookbooks with something fresh and delicious that still works for your diet can be a real challenge. But no longer are vegetarian recipes just found in a little niche section of Chapters — online, there is a thriving…
From the time our parents told us stories of princesses with inappropriate footwear and golden-haired home invaders, we were storytellers too. Every time we played pretend or recanted a funny memory or told an elaborate lie, we became a little better at telling tales, one story at a time. We turned to books and writing…
A few months ago I posted a blog about Social media and your professional profile. It is important to recognize that employers will search for your name to ensure they are hiring someone who fits the company. Here are some more tips and websites that will help you improve your online profile.
You know what’s better than surfing the online web (and it’s hard to believe that something out there is)? For a shutterbug like me, it’s catching a picture of a real, live, spider web. They’re rather elusive phenomenons and aren’t keen on being caught on film.
Hello summoners! New to the game? Have no fear! Understanding LoL is a series of posts that I will create in the next few weeks talking about small aspects of the game rather than mechanics. This includes champions or items to buy. Today, we’re talking about which champions to play FOR BEGINNERS. These champions require…
Do you believe that youth should make their own Youtube channels? Some people seem to think it’s a terrible idea. Kids making Youtube channels. What could go worse? Not only do they have squeaky voices, but they also edit horribly. And for that, many people criticize young people for making Youtube channels, sometimes going full…
Most people today pay with currency issued by the government – whether it’s Canadian dollars, American dollars, or Chinese yuan. Bitcoins, a new type of currency, aren’t issued by the government, and don’t exist physically – they’re not issued by one single organization, and they are fully electronic. Bitcoins are created when people use…
I’m going to sound like an advertiser for Amazon, but whatever. I love my eBook. It is currently my favourite toy, for a good reason. Here’s why. 1. Bookmark free reading: I have a few patience problems, especially with those long books. Considering my self-diagnosed lack of attention span, I can’t concentrate on complicated texts…