Problem: Article: Have you ever had a test which was way too easy to fail or a final which was almost exclusively material covered in the last three days of class, rather than material covered over the whole semester? These experiences will help you understand why it's important to balance your tests. Draw material as is appropriate for the significance of the test and weight it such that it will not make or break a student's grade. Not everyone tests well. Standard tests can be a very inaccurate method of gauging student's mastery of the material. Very intelligent, successful students can be terrible at taking tests and students who otherwise absorb material very poorly can be excellent test takers. Devise alternative methods which do not put so much pressure on students to succeed in very specific ways. Consider educative evaluation, rather than auditive. Ask your students to devise a real world scenario in which they would use the skills they've learned and ask them to write a paper or prepare a presentation explaining how they would handle the situation. This reinforces their skills and gives them the opportunity to show that they not only understood the material itself but that they also understood the significance. Public speaking is an important skill, to be sure. However, not everyone learns this by being put on the spot. Work your students up to full-class presentations in order to not only evaluate the extent to which they've learned the material but also give them the ability to learn valuable public speaking skills. Once they've mastered these easier presentations, you can have full class presentations and see how they fare. You can have students give a presentation, individually, to just you, one by one while others are working on a written assignment that they can do without much help other than an introduction and example. This presentation can be conducted like an interview. Prompting will make them less self-conscious, which should allow them to build presentation skills much more efficiently than immersion into a comprehensive report. It will also give you the opportunity to ask key questions to gauge how well they've organized their understandings and learned to apply the material. You can also have them give presentations to their peers, later in the course. They can go one-on-one with peers, as they just did with you, or you can have them go in front of a small panel of their peers, in an organized group process. Have the class students come up with a list of questions beforehand, which will also serve as a learning experience and way for them to demonstrate that they understand the material and evaluate fellow students presentations.
Summary: Construct well balanced tests. Consider alternatives to standard tests. Put a spin on presentations.

Problem: Article: Don't change yourself for this guy it's not worth it. It's okay to update your wardrobe, put more effort into your appearance, or even try some new activities to get his attention. But only do so if you are comfortable with these small changes and you feel like you're still being true to yourself. It's more likely that he will like you more if you are genuine. Never do something you are uncomfortable with. For example, if you don't normally like to swear, you will probably look awkward doing it. Just talk how you normally do and be confident that you don't need to cuss for people to like you. Love your body and flaunt it. Don't hide beneath baggy potato sacks. If you notice that your popular guy seems to find a girl attractive, take note of what she's wearing so that you can get an idea about what he likes. You can consider integrating some of these styles into your wardrobe, if you like them. At the same time, make sure to stay true to your own style instead of just turning into a clone But don't forget to be yourself. Don't wear things for the sake of him; wear them for you. Wear clothing that brings out your best features. If you like your butt, wear tight pants with a pocket design to draw attention to that area. Make sure the clothing fits well and you can wear the items with multiple outfits. You'll have more things to wear a great black bag with than a hot pink one. When it comes to attracting the attention of a guy (popular or not), the importance of personal hygiene cannot be overstated. Make sure you shower regularly, wash your hair often, and brush your teeth every day. This will ensure that you smell good and have fresh breath. This includes wearing deodorant every day. You can use the roll-on kind or the spray kind. Additionally, make sure that your clothes are always clean and smell nice too. Whether your hair is short or long, you should fix it in a way that is stylish and flattering. Long, straight hair is always in style, but curly hair or short sporty looks can be cute too. You may want to invest in high quality shampoos and conditioner. Pay a little extra and go to the best stylist you can afford. A good stylist will know hair and they can find a great look for your face shape. Try out wild colors! Do something a little different with your hair every day. Sometimes the best way to get a guy's attention is by making yourself visually interesting. Take care of your skin to help keep it looking its best. This means washing your face every day, removing your makeup each night (if you wear any), and using beauty products that work for your skin. For example, if you have dry skin, you should use face lotion intended for dry skin. If you have oily skin, use face lotion (and other products) intended for oily skin types. Drink lots of water! This will flush impurities out of your pores and lessen your chance of blemishes and dry skin. If you have acne, consider investing in dermatologist recommended products to help clear up your skin. Visit a dermatologist if you have persistent skin problems. Makeup should be used to enhance your natural beauty, not to overshadow your features with artificial elements. It's not about wearing a lot or wearing trends, it's about wearing what makes you look and feel better. You should never wear too much makeup and always wear colors that complement your skin tone and eye color. Mascara is almost always a safe bet, as long as you know how to apply it properly. If not, ask a friend who does. If you're clueless about makeup, ask your parents to take you to a makeup counter for a consultation. Take notes. If you can't afford to buy all the makeup there, get the foundations and look for the colors elsewhere. Or buy a little at a time.
Summary: Be yourself. Pay attention to your clothing choices. Bathe regularly. Style your hair. Find a beauty regimen that works for you. Avoid going overboard with the makeup.

Problem: Article: If it's really slow-draining, this may take a while, but if you remove the water, your drain-clearing mixture will be able to unclog faster. You have several options for creating a non-commercial drain opener. Most involve vinegar and another substance that create a chemical reaction when combined. See if you have any of these drain-opening agents on hand: Vinegar (white or apple cider vinegar work) is the acidic base for creating the foaming reaction. Lemon juice is acidic like vinegar, but smells refreshing. This makes lemon juice a good option for clearing out clogged kitchen sinks. Baking soda is frequently used as a multipurpose cleanser. Salt will help eat away at the clog. Borax is frequently used as a multipurpose cleanser. No mixing is needed before pouring down the drain. The mixture will foam up on its own as the chemical reaction occurs. For a vinegar and baking soda combination: use 1/2 cup of baking soda and 1/2 cup of white vinegar. For a lemon juice and baking soda combination: use 1 cup of baking soda and 1 cup of lemon juice. For a salt, borax, and vinegar combination: use 1/4 cup of borax, 1/4 cup of salt, and 1/2 cup of vinegar.
Summary:
Drain any water from the sink or tub. Gather household cleaning/kitchen items. Pour vinegar and another drain-opening agent down the drain.