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Penn State University College Avenue Video Tour – Downtown State College
Posted on 14. May, 2011 by Young Parents Guide.
In this video, the PSUMoms.com staff takes a drive down College Avenue in State College. This allows you to see many of the shops, restaurants, bookstores and buildings in and around Penn State University. The PSU Campus is very spread out but this allows you to see one of the most busy and popular places. Thanks for watching and be sure to visit www.psumoms.com for more information about Penn State!
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Comparing American and Chinese Parents
Posted on 10. May, 2011 by Young Parents Guide.
I’m Mario Ritter with the VOA Special English Education Report, from voaspecialenglish.com | http Some American parents might think their children need better educations to compete with China and other countries. But how much do the parents themselves need to change? A new book called “Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother” by Amy Chua has caused a debate about cultural differences in parenting. Ms. Chua is a professor at the Yale Law School in New Haven, Connecticut, and the mother of two daughters. She was raised in the American Midwest by immigrant Chinese parents. In the Chinese culture, the tiger represents strength and power. In her book, Ms. Chua writes about how she demanded excellence from her daughters. For example, she threatened to burn her daughter’s stuffed animals unless she played a piece of music perfectly. She would insult her daughters if they failed to meet her expectations. Ms. Chua says she had a clear list of what her daughters, Sophia and Louisa, were not permitted to do. They could not attend a sleepover, have a play date, watch TV or play computer games, be in a school play or get any grade less than an A.Many people have criticized Amy Chua. Some say her parenting methods were abusive. She even admits that her husband, who is not Chinese, sometimes objected to her parenting style. But she says that was the way her parents raised her and her three sisters. Ms. Chua makes fun of her own extreme style of parenting. She says she eased some of the pressure …
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Being a Parent of College Student
Posted on 27. Apr, 2011 by Young Parents Guide.
This video outlines transition between high school and college for parents of new college students.
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Parents of High School Grads need to see this important info
Posted on 14. Apr, 2011 by Young Parents Guide.
important information for parents who have kids heading to college or out on their own. Parents need to be sure their young adult kids are prepared for the following -MoneyManagement101.org
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Money tips for middle school by Jean Chatzky and American Express
Posted on 26. Feb, 2011 by Young Parents Guide.
Jean Chatzky introduces her Talking Points for Middle School students to help parents have the money talk with their kids.
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Community College Study Tips – Free!
Posted on 10. Feb, 2011 by Young Parents Guide.
“goodgradesfast.com FREE Study Skills and Tips – CLICK HERE. Professor Scott Straub shows you how to survive, and thrive in college, high school, grad or med sc., getting a GED, nursing / other advanced degree, or at the middle and elementary levels. Learn how to improve your grades today….
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Postponing College Advice: Don’t Take the Summer Off!
Posted on 26. Jan, 2011 by Young Parents Guide.
Tips and advice for both high school students and parents on early college admissions and attendance. Postponing the college process can only make it more difficult. For more College Acceptance Tips, visit: www.usnews.com
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Money tips for college by Jean Chatzky and American Express
Posted on 10. Jan, 2011 by Young Parents Guide.
Jean Chatzky introduces her Talking Points for College Students to help parents have the money talk with their kids.
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Fear Of Terrorists Influences Parents – Study
Posted on 02. Jan, 2011 by Young Parents Guide.
www.miller-mccune.com New TYT Network channels: www.youtube.com www.youtube.com New TYT Facebook Page(!): www.facebook.com Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com www.theyoungturks.com DISCOUNTS: www.theyoungturks.com FREE Movies(!): www.netflix.com Note: The above two links are for TYT sponsors. Read Ana’s blog and subscribe at: www.examiner.com TYT Network (new WTF?! channel): www.youtube.com Check Out TYT Interviews www.youtube.com With the recent discovery of explosives hidden in cargo airplanes, fears of a terrorist attack have returned to the front of many people’s minds. If the past is any indication, this sense of apprehension is likely to make us less trusting of outsiders, and less tolerant of those who violate social norms. What’s more, it may also make us bad parents. That’s the implication of research published in the November issue of the journal Social Psychology. A team of scholars led by Peter Fischer of the University of Graz in Austria reports thoughts of terrorism seem to inspire authoritarian parenting practices. Parents who are exposed to terrorist threats “are reminded about the dangers existing out in the world, which makes them more motivated to ensure their children’s safety,” the researchers write. Unfortunately, the way they respond to this natural impulse may have long-term negative implications for their kids. According to Fischer and his colleagues, examples of authoritarian parenting include “corporal and psychological punishment, taking …
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Insider’s guide to admissions
Posted on 01. Jan, 2011 by Young Parents Guide.
How to get into the best college for you. Douglas Christiansen, Vanderbilt University’s associate provost for enrollment and dean of admissions, who has spent the last 20 years in admissions leadership roles in both public and private universities, helps clear some of the mystery and misconceptions surrounding the admissions process in this video. In a series of short and direct video clips, Christiansen tackles questions such as, “How should I prepare for my college essay—what if I’m not the greatest writer?” “My parents have decent jobs, but we haven’t saved much for college. What are my chances of getting financial aid?” “As an admissions insider, what tips can you give to help me sound my best in my application?” Christiansen also talks about when extracurricular activities can actually hurt an applicant and how to ease the stress surrounding the admissions process.
