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Picks and pieces: Parts of speech for writers

"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example..." (1 Timothy 4:12)Find online: @BenisonMrs #WritingUnderstanding the parts of speech is a core part of learning the writing craft. Here is a handy chart from @BenisonMrs.The chart format makes the parts of speech...

Notes and quotes: How to determine what students need to learn for successful careers

"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example..." (1 Timothy 4:12)Find online: #Calling #Career #LearningAn opinion piece makes a strong case for higher education taking the initiative to prepare young people to thrive in careers. Main point: "To rebuild...

Notes and quotes: Loss of faith in college education

"Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example..." (1 Timothy 4:12)Find online: #Calling #CareerDo you believe a college education is key to success in life? That has certainly been the mindset for decades. However, an article indicated that faith in college...

Strategies for shy people in unstructured social situations

Young people can benefit from strategies for shy people in unstructured social situations. Out of curiosity, I put this request to ChatGPT: Suggest strategies for a shy person to quickly engage people in an unstructured cocktail party where small groups of people who...

Notes and quotes: Job interview phrases and responses

An article gives young people ideas about acing the job interview. Getting your foot in the door is key, and interview prep is the important factor. Main point: "You want to paint a picture of your accomplishments through concrete, detailed examples." More about it:...

Notes and quotes: ChatGPT helps write books

An article pointed out the proliferation of ChatGPT-authored books in Amazon's Kindle Store. Main point: "ChatGPT is listed as the author or co-author of at least 200 books on Amazon’s Kindle Store, according to Reuters. However, the actual number of bot-written books...

Notes and quotes: Can ChatGPT write reflective essays?

The writer submitted a prompt to ChatGPT and sent the resulting essay to a couple of admissions experts. Main point: "…the essays wouldn't stack up at 'highly selective' colleges…Admissions officers are looking for genuine emotion, careful introspection, and personal...

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