In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Shellac was a common wood finish before the 1920s; this may be enough to indicate to you that you have a shellac finish. Shellac is also the principal way to make French polish and has been used for this purpose on quality furniture over the past century. Old or new, here is the way to check the finish on the furniture or woodwork: Dab a little denatured alcohol on one section of the wood finish. Try to find an inconspicuous spot. If it is shellac finish, it will liquefy and dissolve. A result of softening without dissolving suggests there is shellac present but that it has been mixed with lacquer as well. Any other response and you're probably looking at a different wood finish. If in doubt, talk to someone familiar with furniture restoration.
Summary: Try to find out how old the wood piece or furniture is. Test for a shellac finish.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: To become a teacher, there are two options: Master of Arts in Teaching and Master of Education. Both offer different programs and are geared for slightly different career paths. Master of Arts in Teaching focuses on a teacher's performance in the classroom. It offers a lot of hands on experience teaching and working with students. You will also be able to advance your expertise in the particular area you want to focus on. Master of Education focuses more on the education system itself. People with Master of Education degrees can and do stay in the classroom for the remainder of their careers, but this degree is also appropriate for people who want to advance in the field. Aspiring principals and administrators would benefit from this degree. Your first step in getting your master's degree is finding the right school. Many schools offer master's degrees, so you'll have a lot to choose from. What you're looking for in a school will vary depending on what is important to you. You might choose a school based on faculty, location, expense, or any number of reasons. Narrow down what you want out of a school to help narrow down your choices. Don't save this for the last minute. Applications are usually due in December or January. Ideally, your investigation will start in the spring, so you have enough time to gather all of the necessary materials. Feel free to contact schools and request information or a meeting. They will be happy to talk to potential students. Also make sure to check if a school is accredited. If you attend a non-accredited school, you won't be able to get certified to teach after graduating. Click here for a database of accredited school and programs in the US. If you're feeling lost, make an appointment with former or current professors. They will be happy to talk with you and make recommendations. The GRE is a standardized test for entry into graduate school. Not all schools require this test; you'll find out which ones do during your investigation of potential schools. Depending on your level of aptitude, your prep time can vary from a week to a few months. Again, start early to ensure you have enough time to prepare. Read Prepare for the GRE General Test for tips and preparation help. Whenever you apply to graduate school, you'll have to get your transcripts from every school you attended. Schools most often want transcripts sent directly to them, so make sure you have the correct addresses for every school you're applying to. Allow at least two weeks for your transcripts to be printed and sent. The earlier you do this, the better. Almost all graduate programs will require a letter of recommendation from former professors. The general rule is to allow at least two weeks for your professors to write your letters, so let them know as early as possible. Besides the transcripts and letters of recommendation, you'll also need to fill out the application form. These vary from school to school, but usually include personal information, a resume, and a statement of purpose. Be sure to complete all of the necessary forms to finish applying to graduate school. Once you get into a program, you'll need to complete between 15 and 30 credits of coursework in education. This will consist of typical work like tests, presentations, and papers. Complete all of these to get a step closer to your master's degree. In addition to your coursework, your master's degree will require some mind of final project. Depending on the program, this can either be a thesis under the direction of a supervisor, an internship, or an exam. Once you complete this final assignment, you'll have your master's degree and will be qualified to be a teacher. Once you complete your degree, you still need to get qualified to teach. The process varies from state to state, so click here to find out the laws in your state.
Summary: Consider which master's degree you would want. Start researching potential schools. Take the GRE. Request your transcripts to be sent to the schools you're applying to. Request your letters of recommendation. Fill out the rest of the application. Complete your coursework. Complete your final project. Follow your state's requirements for getting certified.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: Since Converse shoes are made with canvas, laundry detergent works well to remove dirt and most light stains. Mix 1/4 cup laundry detergent and 2 cups warm water in a bowl. If your shoes are covered in mud, you might need a second batch of solution for the second shoe. In place of laundry detergent, you can use any of these cleansers: Dish soap Shampoo Body wash Window cleaner Section by section, use the cloth to scrub away the dirt and stains. Work the soap into the canvas so it saturates all the way through. Periodically rinse the cloth in the clean water, then dip it in the cleaning solution and keep going. If necessary, remove the shoelaces and scrub them with the washcloth, too. You can also use this method to clean the inside of the shoes. You can stuff them with newspaper or another stiff substance to help them keep their shape. Set them in a warm spot with good air circulation so they dry as quickly as possible. Let the laces dry separately, since they may take a little longer to get completely dry. Afterward, you can relace the shoes and wear them right away. To speed the drying along, try putting your shoes outside in the sun. Proceed with caution if your shoes are a dark color, though, since the sun can bleach them a few shades lighter. You can also use a hair dryer on a warm setting to help them finish drying.
Summary:
Make a cleaning solution. Dip a washcloth in the soap solution and start cleaning your shoes. Let your shoes air dry.