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I am a Teacher of Maths in a rural school in England.
I like Listening to the radio, Reading, Blogging and Surfing the net.
I wish to meet inspiring people and would like to be an inspiration to others.

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Computers & Technology > Phone Buying Tips Pay-as-you-go cellular plans: 3 of 11
I have been on the pay-as-you-go tariff for the past 2 years. Before that I had always been on a monthly contract tariff. I am now in a good position to make comparison of both tariffs. The pay-as-you-go is hassle free in the sense that I only need top-up when I need to. Otherwise I can save as much as I want. It has also ma... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Ways to generate life changing ideas: 6 of 18
Have you ever wondered why the word 'discover' is used when some invents or comes up with a new and innovative idea? Well, if you look carefully at the word, it can also mean 'to remove the cover'. Every time someone gets a great idea, what that person has done is uncover this idea that is already in existence in the etherea... More..
Education > Homework & Testing A look at how homework affects learning: 11 of 24
Homework has always been a sensitive and controversial issue in schools. Parents love it, students hate it and teachers find it a chore. There are mixed opinions about the merits of homework. Whatever we think of homework, it is part and parcel of a student's life. Before we can gauge how homework affects learning, it is imp... More..
Education > Secondary School Issues Should an interpersonal communication class be required for high school students?: 6 of 12
I would certainly say a big 'yes'. Any teacher would tell you that one of the most lacking skills among students is the ability to communicate clearly with others. Somehow comprehensive education has missed out this very important life skill. I think interpersonal communication must be incorporated into present day education... More..
Computers & Technology > Identity Theft & Internet Scams Defending privacy of personal information on the Internet: 2 of 4
The Internet like all other human inventions is both a blessing and a curse. It all depends on the user. If one is using it for good intentions then it becomes a blessing and vice-versa. One area that the Internet has cast doubts and fear in many users is the privacy of personal information. Most websites require visitors or... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Hinduism Sanatana Dharma: 1 of 2
I was born to a Hindu family but was never taught the basic principles of Hinduism. Everything I have learned about the Hindu religion comes from reading about the language and through attending talks and discussions. About 10 years ago, I came to know that Hinduism was a name given to the practices of the people around the ... More..
Education > Study Skills & Test Taking Getting good grades in high school: Secrets of success: 14 of 15
'What is the secret of success, sir?' the question I have been asked over and over again. One of my main passion in teaching is to find out how students who have been successful in school did it. What I have discovered is that there is no straight forward answer to this question. Each successful individual do a combination o... More..
Home & Garden > Home & Garden (Other) Ways to save energy this winter: 17 of 17
I think saving energy should not be confined to winter only. It should be a habit we practice all the time, whatever the season or time of the year may be. Over the years I have become very conscious of saving energy and doing my part for the environment. I even have blog on environmental issues (http://www.pittan.wordpress.... More..