Weekly Feedback Blog
Each day readers send in questions and feedback concerning the various lessons in the School for Champions website. A total of 11437 letters have been answered.
Although you can access the questions and feedback from the specific lessons, this blog is a listing of 12 letters answered during the week from today (11/20/09) to 7 days ago (11/13/09).
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List of letters
Date |
Title(Click to jump to item) |
Subject |
Topic |
| 11/13/09 | List our college | List | Index Form |
| 11/13/09 | I think my teacher hates me | Grades | General |
| 11/14/09 | Free Electricity farce | SfC | Feedback Blog |
| 11/14/09 | Resources on Islam | Religion | General |
| 11/15/09 | Uses of multiple reflection of sound | Science | Sound Reproduction |
| 11/15/09 | How does electricity affect force on an object? | Science | Static Electricity Materials |
| 11/15/09 | Is there enough information for my project? | Science | Magnets |
| 11/17/09 | Disagree that gays could go to Heaven | Religion | Gays and Heaven |
| 11/20/09 | EM waves and sound system | Science | Sound |
| 11/20/09 | Is the speed the same as if you dropped the object? | Science | Pendulum |
| 11/20/09 | Seeking public speaking trainer in Mali, Africa | Speaking | General |
| 11/20/09 | Small dog got upset stomach from aspirin | Animal Health | Giving Your Dog Aspirin |
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List - Index Form
List our college
November 13, 2009
Question
Sir / Madam
This mail concerns a request to enlist our Institute - The Indian
Institute of Alternative Medicines to your list of colleges and universities.
The complete details on the Institute's recognition and accreditations
are available on the website.
Look forward..
Chandan Agarwal
( Officer-in-Charge )
Indian Institute of Alternative Medicines
80, Chowringhee Road
Kolkata - 700020.
IndiaChandan - India (18658)
Answer
Your school is now listed at:
http://www.school-for-champions.com/list-col.htm
Grades - General
I think my teacher hates me
November 13, 2009
Question
I think my teacher hates me. He says I puts no effort in any work he gives me but what the heck?! I spend 4 hours doing my homework everyday and I always try my best no matter what. He's just picking on me. I missed homework 3 times...and he shouts at me like everyday without having any particular reason. It's so unfair. Today, he says he's sending a warning letter to my parents because I missed my IT homework. But hello?! The whole darn class missed it. He also says I might be failing this year. WTH?! What should I do?
Thanks if you're going to reply!- China (18659)
Answer
Sometimes a teacher can dislike a student, while other times the teacher has an impression that the student is lazy or a troublemaker. Then other teachers try to push their students too hard. But note that teachers do not want their students to fail, because it does not look good on the teacher's record.
It is apparent that your teacher does not realize you are trying your best. However, note that missing your homework does not give a good impression, especially missing it three times.
Although it is not easy to do, it would be worthwhile to talk to your teacher and ask for suggestions how you can get better grades in class. Don't argue with what he says, but show you are willing to improve. This will give him a better opinion of you. And some of the suggestions may actually help you do better.
Also, have a better attitude toward you teacher. Never, ever say bad things about him to your friends. That can get back to him. Before each class, picture him as being glad to see you in class. That visualization will affect your own body language, which creates a subtle impression on him.
Look at the letter from another student who has been having similar problems with his teacher:
http://www.school-for-champions.com/sfc/feedback_blog.cfm#18608
He tried the suggestions, and they worked for him.
I hope these ideas help, and best wishes in getting top grades in your class.
SfC - Feedback Blog
Free Electricity farce
November 14, 2009
Question
Free Electricity farce !!!! I saw an advert by a firm called free4home where they claim you can produce free electricity from a magnet-driven generator - they are making big money selling plans to build this contraption, The concept is against my understanding of science. Anyone out their with suggestions?
- USA (18661)
Answer
Thanks for your warning.
You always need to be careful of anything for free--even free energy. Also be careful of "amazing offers" over the Internet.
Some unscrupulous companies sell plans for devices that are impossible to work.
Religion - General
Resources on Islam
November 14, 2009
Question
What's The Purpose of life ?
Here you will get the answer :
islamtomorrow.com/purpose.htm
or
Islam Guide: A Brief Illustrated Guide to Understanding Islam, Muslims, & the Quran
islam-guide.com/
or
The quran miracles encyclopedia
55a.net/firas/en1/
or
Islam house
aslam-ahmd.blogspot.com/
or
The Religion of Islam
islamreligion.com/- USA (18663)
Answer
Thank you for your resources. See our lesson on "Five Pillars of Islam" at:
http://www.school-for-champions.com/religion/islam_5pillars.htm
Science - Sound Reproduction
Uses of multiple reflection of sound
November 15, 2009
Question
Respected Sir/Madam,
I need to know about the uses of multiple reflection of sound for preparing a seminar report.Yedu - India (18667)
Answer
Multiple reflections of sound is usually used to muffle the sound, such as in a automobile exhaust muffler. But also, multiple reflections can be used to filter out unwanted frequencies.
Science - Static Electricity Materials
How does electricity affect force on an object?
November 15, 2009
Question
How does electricity affect force on an object?
julia - USA (18668)
Answer
Electrical charges act similar to magnets. Like charges repel and unlike charge attract each other. The attraction and repulsion is a force that is caused by the electrical fields of the charges.
Static electricity is a good example of this.
Science - Magnets
Is there enough information for my project?
November 15, 2009
Question
I AM ABOUT TO DO A PROJECT ON MAGNETS I HOPE THE INFORMATION FROM WEBSITE WILL BE ENOUGH INFO. THANKS FOR INFO.
QUAN'TERRIO - USA (18669)
Answer
Define what you want to achieve in your project. Do you want to demonstrate the properties of magnets? Do you want to show how you can make iron or steel into a magnet? Do you want to show how to detect magnetism (like with a compass)?
There are a number of things you can do, so it is good to pick one and tell what you plan to do. That is something teachers are looking for.
Best wishes in your project.
Religion - Gays and Heaven
Disagree that gays could go to Heaven
November 17, 2009
Question
There are those who like to say that the Bible does not condemn homosexuality. Various verses are cited (out of context) and the verses that people use to show that homosexuality is wrong are explained away. The world wants to change God's words and meanings into something more suitable to its sinful desires. Nevertheless, the truth stands: The Bible condemns homosexuality as a sin. Here is what the HOLY BIBLE says about it:
Lev. 18:22, "You shall not lie with a male as one lies with a female; it is an abomination."
Lev. 20:13, "If there is a man who lies with a male as those who lie with a woman, both of them have committed a detestable act; they shall surely be put to death. Their bloodguiltness is upon them"
1 Cor. 6:9-10, "Or do you not know that the unrighteous shall not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived; neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor homosexuals, nor thieves, nor the covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor swindlers, shall inherit the kingdom of God."
Rom. 1:26-28, "For this reason God gave them over to degrading passions; for their women exchanged the natural function for that which is unnatural, and in the same way also the men abandoned the natural function of the woman and burned in their desire toward one another, men with men committing indecent acts and receiving in their own persons the due penalty of their error. 28And just as they did not see fit to acknowledge God any longer, God gave them over to a depraved mind, to do those things which are not proper."
Homosexuality is clearly condemned by the Bible. It goes against the created order of God. He created Adam and then made a woman. This is what God has ordained and it is what is right. Unlike other sins, homosexuality has a severe judgment administered by God Himself. This judgment is simple: They are given over to their passions. That means that their hearts are allowed to be hardened by their sins (Romans 1:18ff). As a result, they can no longer see the error of what they are doing. Without an awareness of their sinfulness, there will be no repentance and trusting in Jesus. Without Jesus, they will have no forgiveness. Without forgiveness, there is no salvation.
REPENT OF YOUR EVIL WAYS...PORTRAY THE TRUTH OF THE BIBLE...YOU WILL BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE FOR MISLEADING THE WEAK-MINDED INTO THINKING THEY MIGHT MAKE IT INTO HEAVEN EVEN IF THEY ARE A HOMOSEXUAL!!!Arika - USA (18679)
Answer
Thank you for your comments.
If you believe that Jesus died for your sins, as well as the sins of others, then you will be saved. Also, those who are gay, those who murder and those who do other sins will be saved, if they repent and believe in Christ. Did He not tell the murderer on the cross next to Him, "Today, you will be in Heaven with me"?
On the other hand, if you do not believe in Christ, you are free to condemn gays to Hell, along with others.
Also, note that our lesson clearly states: "This is an educational website. We are not promoting any one religion."
The lesson also ends with the comment: "Do gays go to Heaven or Hell? No one knows but God."
Science - Sound
EM waves and sound system
November 20, 2009
Question
dear sir,
tell me why is Em waves prefers on sound system?
and why sound can't be used?- Pakistan (18707)
Answer
Electromagnetic waves (EM waves) are used to bring in the radio signals to a sound system. The electronics changes the waveforms into electrical signals, which move the sound system speakers and create sound waves.
Science - Pendulum
Is the speed the same as if you dropped the object?
November 20, 2009
Question
how can we calculate the highest speed of a pendulum ..at the lowest point of its path
is it the same speed we the same ball falls vertically from the same hight?mustafa - USA (18710)
Answer
Yes, the speed of the pendulum bob at the lowest point is the same as if you dropped the object from a given height. Of course, it will be going sideways, instead of downward.
The speed or velocity is v = SQRT(2gh), where h is the height from which you released the bob.
Speaking - General
Seeking public speaking trainer in Mali, Africa
November 20, 2009
Question
Helllo
I look for a trainer in public speaking, who speak french , for a seminar to Mali(West africa),which will last 2 months.
thank you
your faithfullysamake - Mali (18711)
Answer
I am sorry, but we do not know of any trainers for seminars in Mali. If we hear of anyone suitable, we will let you know.
Animal Health - Giving Your Dog Aspirin
Small dog got upset stomach from aspirin
November 20, 2009
Question
Our dog weighs 12.5 lbs. He went to jump from one recyliner to the other when he slipped and hit the foot rest. Course he cried & cried. We checked him for broken bones. Couldn't walk on his L back foot for awhile. Then he got so he could. Let him outside to do his job and when he hicked his leg, it hurt all over again. We gave him 1/2 of low dose Bayer (81). Today his tummy is upset. Should we have not given him the aspirin? What will happen now? I know its a little too late to ask but any response will help.
Donna - USA (18712)
Answer
Aspirin can irritate the stomach. That is why is should always be given with food. Also, it is possible that some dogs may be more sensitive than others. Care should be taken in small dogs, just because of their size.
I'd hold off on giving him more aspirin. If he is still in great pain, you might check with your vet about getting a prescription for Rimadyl.
Best wishes on a good recovery from his injury.
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