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For example, to remember the names of the planets in our solar system, you might use this acrostic mnemonic:myveryeducatedmotherjustservedusnoodles. In this example, the first letter of each word corresponds with the first letter of each planet, respectively. ...
Also, a DSLR gives you the opportunity to photograph planets at different focal lengths using interchangeable lenses. Remember, anything with a focal length longer than about 24mm will begin to show star trailing in an exposure longer than about 15 seconds. It is also possible to take pictures ...
To recall the planets in order, “memorize” the pegs. The pegs are next to the numbers. Remember – you now know that “memorize” simply means to use pictures and associations like all memory experts do. You’re connecting those neurons and dendrites in your brain, and you have a speci...
Some people think that in order to improve the quality of education, students should be encouraged to evaluate and criticize their teachers. Others, however, believe that this would result in a loss of respect and discipline in the classroom. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion....
figure when, as all disciplines suggest, our astral bodies are made of translucid, liquid light. As pure energy,we don't even need to have any kind of body at all. And, more importantly, that we are living a dream andwe have the power to manifest any reality through our focused ...
The other thing to remember is that straying from narrative traditions doesn’t always work. The examples I have given, and those you can think of, are the ones that were successful and memorable. As many as we might think of, I’m certain they represent a minute fraction of those that...
In writing their romance I was inspired by Carl Sagan’sPale Blue Dot, where he writes about how seeing Earth from space “underscores our responsibility to deal more kindly with one another.”Nicole, I’d love to know how our conception of space and (non?) planets works in HOW TO BECO...
The50th anniversary of hip-hopmay have happened this past summer, but theRecording Academy's ongoing celebration was just beginning. And it's about to reach its culmination with "A GRAMMY Salute To 50 Years Of Hip-Hop," a majestic, once-in-a-lifetime live concert special featuring rap's...