What Is A Reaction?

What Is A Reaction?Anyone who has used a chemistry set knows the importance of knowing what 'reaction' means. While it may seem trivial, learning what reaction means is crucial to becoming a successful chemist. Often, in a rush, students become too eager to 'set the chemical example' and begin using chemicals in a reactive manner. This can be very dangerous because you could trigger an extremely powerful reaction that could turn into a deadly explosive if not properly handled.The most popularly used chemical substance is water. Therefore, when discussing this subject, let's talk about the familiar reaction involving a reaction that occurs when a molecule is put under a tremendous pressure, while it is being sucked up to the surface of the water. The reaction is called water boiling, and it is a very complicated, unstable process. In order to complete the process, a chemical compound must contain a very large amount of water, which is why 'reactions' are often referred to as boiling o r vaporization.There are many different situations that make the process of boiling difficult. For instance, it is quite impossible to have a hot pot of water, while sitting on a table. Although this may sound funny, the difference between having water on the bottom of a pot of boiling water, versus being surrounded by water, is one of life and death. In the case of hot liquids, and the boiling point, the location of the boiling point, is extremely important.It is important to remember that the exact location of the boiling point is extremely important because in the specific amount of pressure, the water molecules will move in only one direction. That is why you will see water molecules in a wide variety of shapes. They have a specific weight, and in very small amounts, they form spheres. However, in the presence of a great deal of pressure, some of the molecules will change shape.The most obvious shape of the water molecules is a sphere. When they move in a specific way, they form a spherical object. Even more importantly, when the water changes shape, it becomes slightly denser. When the reaction of pressure takes place, it will create a great deal of heat, and therefore, a great deal of steam.The temperature of the water will vary from different degrees. If the water has been at a low pressure, and is boiling, it will be a bit hotter than the water on the bottom of the pot. However, if it has been at a higher pressure, and has not been boiling, it will be much cooler.When the reaction starts, the element's components will separate, as will the steam. This is known as evaporation, and it happens at a great rate. The steam will begin to rise and travel up the container until it reaches the surface of the water, where it then turns into steam again.

Dreaming big Our decision to teach abroad, part 2

Dreaming big Our decision to teach abroad, part 2 Moving abroad and starting over in a new country is one of the most nerve-wracking yet exhilarating adventures ever. If you’re thinking about teaching abroad with a family but wonder whether it's the right choice for you, Ryne’s story is essential reading. Just make sure you check out part 1 here first! Opportunity knocks One day in early September 2017, an email from Teach Away landed in my inbox, letting me know about some of the international teacher job fairs that would be happening this year. As sheer luck would have it, the first one was happening Atlanta, where one of my best friends lived. I had never been to Atlanta (but always wanted to visit) and it had been around two years since we had last seen each other. It seemed like a great opportunity to catch up with my friend, personally meet with international school heads and do some hands-on research on teaching abroad. Next, my wife Grace and I discussed the opportunity with our parents. While they were obviously saddened at the prospect of having us living so far away, they were fully supportive of the idea of teaching abroad. In fact, my dad referred me to some former colleagues of his, who had been administrators at international schools in South Korea and China. I gave one of them a quick call to get a feel for his experience teaching abroad, as well as what to expect at an international teacher job fair. Getting the chance to talk to someone that I knew and trusted was far more reassuring than anonymous bloggers online - especially when he had nothing but positive things to say about his experience teaching abroad. He was also able to help shed some light on the many questions my wife and I had. He also gave us some honest insight into the challenges of moving overseas, which was a good reality check for us. But when we weighed up all the pros and cons, the benefits of teaching abroad still won out over thepotential pitfalls of making a move overseas. Best of all, my dad’s former colleague was able to put us in contact with someone he knew who had also taught abroad with a young family. It was during this second Skype conversation that I could really start to see my wife’s excitement brewing. He told us all about what it was like for their children growing up in a culturally diverse environment and all the benefits that come with an international education. While we were even more sold on the idea of teaching abroad, the timeline was still up in the air. We felt that we were a couple of years away from being fully committed to accepting a job offer. Sign up to Teach Away today for access to the latest teaching jobs around the world. Next, I called Irma, my Teach Away representative, to find out more about what a job fair would entail. I was concerned about the pressure of having to say yes to a job offer right away out of fear of missing out on a great opportunity. Irma put my mind at ease by letting me know that hiring schools would give me at least 24 hours to consider any offers. Best of all, she also let me know that my wife would be able to stay home with the boys while I went to the job fair, as many of the schools would be willing to have interviews with both of us if Grace was able to Skype in on the interview. This was a huge weight off our shoulders - especially when you consider the cost of flying us both to the job fair (not to mention making sure the boys were taken care of while we were both away). Irma also pointed something out to me that really made us think seriously about pushing our timeline for teaching abroad up to the following year. As both Grace and I are dual certified, in high-need fields, we would, more than likely, walk away from the job fair with multiple job offers. Feeling excited, we started drafting up a list of questions we needed to answer fully before committing to teaching abroad the following school year. 10 important questions we asked ourselves before teaching abroad 1. Should we sell our house or rent it out? 2. What would we do with our larger possessions and furniture? 3. How will our state retirement be impacted if we leave for two to five years? 4. How much money are we looking to save? (With certain international schools you can live off of one salary and pocket a salary, whereas with others you can only save $5,000 - 10,000 USD a year) 5. What will the healthcare situation be like? 6. Are we OK with ananny watching Everett (our six-month-old baby)? 7. What parts of the world are we willing to teach in? 8. Do we want to be in a large metropolitan area or are we okay to be in an area without a major city close by? 9. What kind of housing are we willing to live in? 10. What subjects are we looking to teach? After we had a plan in place for each eventuality, we were finally ready to make our dream of living and teaching abroad a reality. Job fair time One week before the fair started, Teach Away senta list of all the schools and their available positions. That way, we were able to compile a list of schools that we would both have a realistic chance of landing jobs with. Based on the itinerary we initially received from Teach Away, we would have one day of school presentations where each school would give a 30-minute presentation and answer our questions. Being able to compile a shortlist in advance was extremely helpful as many of the school presentations ran concurrently. Following the presentations, we could sign up for interviews taking place over the following two days. Unfortunately, this was going to be tough as my wife and I would only have the evenings to talk through our options. Clearly, I was going to have to go back to my college days of diligent note-taking on every school! Teach Away also sent us information on all of the school benefit packages ahead of the fair. This included basic information on the school, expected salary ranges, how much money you can save as a single teacher or teaching couple, healthcare packages, accommodation and tuition for dependents. Based on the info Teach Away provided, we came up with a top ten list of schools that we would be willing to accept job offers with. This meant we could focus solely on nailing our interviews, instead of wondering whether the school was the right fit for us. When I first arrived at the job fair, I felt lucky to have Teach Away there to answer all my questions. I really felt that we already had built a relationship with the constant communication before the job fair had even begun. It was especially helpful having the team there when I suddenly found myself having scheduled three job interviews - the day before interviews were even supposed to start! I thought I would have a little downtime at the job fair but ended up being busy from morning to night with interviews and events. I definitely did not get to spend as much time with my friends from Atlanta as I had hoped - but happily, they still had food in the fridge and a bed for me at 10 pm at night! Job offer time In the end, Grace and I received six offers in total at the Atlanta job fair. We both ended up accepting jobs at our dream school in China. Next up, we’ll be dealing with the visa process and all the other life-changing things that come along with moving abroad - not least of which is selling our house! How can you know if teaching abroad is right for you? Just as I started this blog series by talking about the perception of having children versus the realities, my advice to you would be to approach the opportunity of teaching overseas in much the same way. If you anticipate the fact that there are going to be unexpected obstacles that you will encounter and are willing to roll with the punches, you will walk away with an overall positive experience. Right now, we are so excited to be moving to China, where our sons will get the opportunity to be immersed in diverse cultures and be educated in an international setting that they would never have been able to experience here in the US. Being a part of a smaller, family-friendly school community and having the chance to grow in the profession that we both love is more than we could have hoped to ask for. We’re also looking forward to blogging more about our experience moving overseas and teaching abroad - stay tuned to the Teach Away blog for more posts from us over the coming months. My wife and I cannot thank Teach Away enough for their amazing help and support throughout the entire process, along with our family friends who were able to give their first-hand experiences that gave us the confidence to take the leap in the first place!

6 Key Study Tips for the MCAT

6 Key Study Tips for the MCAT 6 Key Study Tips for the MCAT Studying for the MCAT is no easy feat and requires months of studying, at the minimum. Read accounts of any perfect scorer on the MCAT and you’ll discover that creating a solid study plan and dedicating a solid chunk of your day towards MCAT prep on a consistent basis is the key to yielding a high score. You may see articles online that can get you prepared for the MCAT in under a month, but be cautious about such bold claims. To do well on the MCAT, you must cover all the MCAT material before taking the test, and there is enough material on this marathon of a test to keep you busy studying for well over a three to four-week period. I write about the MCAT as well as create study guides for standardized tests and I want to share with you some of the top study tips that I have come across for the MCAT. Read on if you want to know how to do well on the MCAT by utilizing the most proven and effective study methods available. 6 Key Study Tips for the MCAT These ten study tips should not be your only method of tackling the MCAT. I recommend choosing a high-quality MCAT comprehensive book set or MCAT prep course that will outline your study plan based on the amount of time you have until the test day as well as identify and strengthen your weaknesses. 1. Take a Diagnostic Test First and foremost, before you start studying concepts or purchase any MCAT prep materials, you must take a diagnostic test to know what your baseline score is. A baseline score, in layman’s terms, is simply the score you would receive if you showed up at an MCAT testing center and took the test right now. How do you take diagnostic test? To take a diagnostic test, you need to have a full-length MCAT practice test. You can find one of these tests on Princeton Review’s site that you can take online. Once this test is graded, you can see what areas you need to work on more and other areas that you already seem to have pretty squared away in your mind. 2. Simulate Test-Day Conditions When you take your first diagnostic test as well as other practice tests, it’s extremely important to simulate real MCAT test day conditions. This means only taking breaks for snacks during official test breaks as well as working through entire sections before taking your few minutes of rest. 3. Study with Coursework when Possible Optimally, you’ll be taking college classes that align with what you should be studying for the MCAT. Building a solid background on the key concepts such as chemistry, biology, psychology, and physics. If you have the chance to progress into even more higher-level classes in biology or chemistry, you are even better off! 4. Create a Study Schedule and Stick to It! If you plan on taking the MCAT in 6 months, then you should be studying 20 hours per week. That would be nearly 4 hours per day during the workweek. A good way to make sure you stick to this schedule is to map out your days as well as fill in any other activities you may have to participate in, such as family or school events. If you know you will not want to study after dinner, then schedule your 4 hours during the daytime. Similarly, if you do not think you will have the self-discipline to study over the weekends, then do not schedule time to study on Saturday or Sunday. Creating a study schedule is all about you and how you study. Understanding yourself and when is best is a completely personal task. 5. Self-Evaluate Often When studying for the MCAT, it is important to take as many practice tests and practice as many official questions as possible. But simply answering the questions and looking at your score is not enough. You must go through the answers and understand why you got the question wrong and use the time to figure out how you can improve upon these incorrect answers. This is the only way to learn from your mistakes and come out stronger as a test taker. 6. Build Endurance The MCAT is over 7 hours long, so stamina is a huge factor in doing well on test day. You can build this stamina during your practice by working up to longer periods of time of uninterrupted study and practice. This many mean working on longer passages and not taking a break in-between. You may start at twenty to thirty consecutive minutes and work your way up to an hour to an hour and a half without breaks. Remember, preparing for the MCAT is like training for a marathon. Building your endurance can take months of training until you are able to work at a pace suitable for crossing the finish line. If you are able to follow these key study tips for the MCAT, you are well on your way to rocking the MCAT! Don’t forget to have a good night’s rest before test day and keep in mind that if you did your best during studying and practicing over the months, then there is nothing to be stressed about on test day. About the Author Kristine Thorndyke is a passionate teacher and test prep blogger. She writes about the MCAT, ACT, and everything in-between! 6 Key Study Tips for the MCAT 6 Key Study Tips for the MCAT Studying for the MCAT is no easy feat and requires months of studying, at the minimum. Read accounts of any perfect scorer on the MCAT and you’ll discover that creating a solid study plan and dedicating a solid chunk of your day towards MCAT prep on a consistent basis is the key to yielding a high score. You may see articles online that can get you prepared for the MCAT in under a month, but be cautious about such bold claims. To do well on the MCAT, you must cover all the MCAT material before taking the test, and there is enough material on this marathon of a test to keep you busy studying for well over a three to four-week period. I write about the MCAT as well as create study guides for standardized tests and I want to share with you some of the top study tips that I have come across for the MCAT. Read on if you want to know how to do well on the MCAT by utilizing the most proven and effective study methods available. 6 Key Study Tips for the MCAT These ten study tips should not be your only method of tackling the MCAT. I recommend choosing a high-quality MCAT comprehensive book set or MCAT prep course that will outline your study plan based on the amount of time you have until the test day as well as identify and strengthen your weaknesses. 1. Take a Diagnostic Test First and foremost, before you start studying concepts or purchase any MCAT prep materials, you must take a diagnostic test to know what your baseline score is. A baseline score, in layman’s terms, is simply the score you would receive if you showed up at an MCAT testing center and took the test right now. How do you take diagnostic test? To take a diagnostic test, you need to have a full-length MCAT practice test. You can find one of these tests on Princeton Review’s site that you can take online. Once this test is graded, you can see what areas you need to work on more and other areas that you already seem to have pretty squared away in your mind. 2. Simulate Test-Day Conditions When you take your first diagnostic test as well as other practice tests, it’s extremely important to simulate real MCAT test day conditions. This means only taking breaks for snacks during official test breaks as well as working through entire sections before taking your few minutes of rest. 3. Study with Coursework when Possible Optimally, you’ll be taking college classes that align with what you should be studying for the MCAT. Building a solid background on the key concepts such as chemistry, biology, psychology, and physics. If you have the chance to progress into even more higher-level classes in biology or chemistry, you are even better off! 4. Create a Study Schedule and Stick to It! If you plan on taking the MCAT in 6 months, then you should be studying 20 hours per week. That would be nearly 4 hours per day during the workweek. A good way to make sure you stick to this schedule is to map out your days as well as fill in any other activities you may have to participate in, such as family or school events. If you know you will not want to study after dinner, then schedule your 4 hours during the daytime. Similarly, if you do not think you will have the self-discipline to study over the weekends, then do not schedule time to study on Saturday or Sunday. Creating a study schedule is all about you and how you study. Understanding yourself and when is best is a completely personal task. 5. Self-Evaluate Often When studying for the MCAT, it is important to take as many practice tests and practice as many official questions as possible. But simply answering the questions and looking at your score is not enough. You must go through the answers and understand why you got the question wrong and use the time to figure out how you can improve upon these incorrect answers. This is the only way to learn from your mistakes and come out stronger as a test taker. 6. Build Endurance The MCAT is over 7 hours long, so stamina is a huge factor in doing well on test day. You can build this stamina during your practice by working up to longer periods of time of uninterrupted study and practice. This many mean working on longer passages and not taking a break in-between. You may start at twenty to thirty consecutive minutes and work your way up to an hour to an hour and a half without breaks. Remember, preparing for the MCAT is like training for a marathon. Building your endurance can take months of training until you are able to work at a pace suitable for crossing the finish line. If you are able to follow these key study tips for the MCAT, you are well on your way to rocking the MCAT! Don’t forget to have a good night’s rest before test day and keep in mind that if you did your best during studying and practicing over the months, then there is nothing to be stressed about on test day. About the Author Kristine Thorndyke is a passionate teacher and test prep blogger. She writes about the MCAT, ACT, and everything in-between!

Teaching Perseverance to the Next Generation - TutorNerds

Teaching Perseverance to the Next Generation - TutorNerds Expect the unexpected: Teaching perseverance to the next generation One of the things many students face once they leave their educational career and move on to the working world is how to cope with unexpected situations. In fact, many of todays students wont experience a major practical failure until they have their first job or internship. The classroom, whether kindergarten or college, offers an environment where teachers and administrators can make decisions they feel are best for the student on a case-by-case basis. Although this is a great, safe, way to learn life skills, it doesn’t always translate into life as a post-graduate. There are a myriad of revolving factors in the working world that the employee will have no control over, such as the economy or new technology. Additionally, the supervisor will need to make decisions that are best for the company or the department rather than best for the employee. Navigating this part of life requires a lot of perseverance, something that many new grads may not yet have had a change to develop. 1.   Personal failures vs. economic failures Most new employees make a mistake here and there. Its something that everybody does, and mentors and supervisors are there to help recent grads get on track and used to the pace of that particular work environment. Sometimes a job wont work out because the company simply cant afford to pay that person anymore or because they restructure their personnel. One key to finding perseverance outside of the academic environment is to identify the difference between a personal error that serves as a specific learning tool and a change in the economy. Some things are within the control of the student, and others are not. Either way, the person will need to focus on securing an alternate position. 2. Bouncing back from a bad situation There are two elements to bouncing back from a situation that didnt work out. There are the practical elements of learning about any personal improvements that need to occur and applying them to a new position. There are also emotional components to perseverance. Its really important that a job seeker or new employee stay positive and look for a great mentor who graduated, perhaps, 10 or 15 years before them. 3. Celebrating success One thing thats essential to navigating the real world is celebrating successes when it occurs. Job offers, bonuses, positive comments from supervisors, etc… should all be celebrated. Having a positive impression of the working world can help a lot of people find creative and innovative ways to navigate their post-academic life. (READ: 5 Ways to Have a More Successful Second Term). 4. Manipulating goals Its important for recent grads to remember that their initial goals are malleable. If a person decides that their original goal might take ten years instead of 2, thats okay. If they want to change their original goal because a new opportunity has come up unexpectedly, thats also fine. Both students and post grads find that the things they want most out of life change several times. Trying to stick to one specific set of goals without any flexibility can become overwhelming pretty quickly. 5. Working as part of a community or team Another thing that recent grads might find different is that the vast majority of their working success will be as part of a team or community within the workplace. As a student, most assignments will have been completed solo and students are graded only on their work. Moving on to working as part of an entire department can have a very different feel. Socializing in the workplace and getting along with all sorts of different personality types will be new at first but its one of the most important skills a person will develop as they become successful in their career field. All blog entries, with the exception of guest bloggers, are written by Tutor Nerds. Are you an education professional? If so, email us at pr@tutornerds.com for guest blogging and collaborations. We want to make this the best free education resource in SoCal, so feel free to suggest what you would like to see us write.

Tutoring Jobs Available in Dallas, Texas

Tutoring Jobs Available in Dallas, TexasTaught by professional tutors who have been there and done that, we offer many tutoring Dallas TX jobs. If you are searching for Dallas Texas jobs that will make your dreams come true, this article is going to give you a head start.Jobs in tutoring include working with toddlers. With years of experience and also a good attitude, this job is perfect for you. You will be responsible for helping a child with his or her schoolwork and helping in their social life. As a tutor you will be able to teach these young ones about how to read, write, spell, add, subtract, do their math, and much more.As an online tutor, you can begin your career as a tutor in Dallas Texas. Working from home with virtual classrooms and affordable tuition is an excellent opportunity to earn a good income. In a matter of months you will be up and running and be teaching in your own home.For a new job, you will be asked to pay an initial fee for getting started. They will usua lly ask for a deposit at the time you are hired. Your payment will be held until you have made progress in your tutoring career. Once you have proven yourself to be a good tutor, your employer will pay you.Sometimes you may even be asked to become a certified tutor. Certifications are a good way to gain the respect of your students, especially if you have a decent teaching record. Certified tutors can work with all grade levels from babies up to high school level.Some students like Taylor, a Texas toddler who lives with his mother, has a passion for reading. By offering tutoring services and coordinating with a local middle school, he is learning all about his favorite books. He is now ready to go to college and to get that degree that will make him successful.If you are looking for a lucrative career in tutoring, you can choose to work for a company or individual, such as a private school or an agency. Students are becoming more knowledgeable about academics, which has led to an in crease in tutoring. There are some tutoring jobs available in Dallas, TX, that you can work hard to get.

Organic Chemistry Tutor Dictate and Excellent Supplement

Organic Chemistry Tutor Dictate and Excellent SupplementThe organic chemistry tutor definite integral is a very powerful chemistry supplement and an important supplement to the classroom activity that has grown in importance of late. It is the perfect supplement for the busy student as well as the single-minded individual. It is not just another chemistry unit with little practical application, but it is an all-encompassing, interactive supplement that allow students to apply the concepts in a real life situation.By learning about chemistry in this way it will be easier to cope with situations in your daily life and more importantly a useful activity for the teacher. Learning new skills is never a good idea. The teacher should always be very careful that students learn more than the teaching method is intended to be used. With this organic chemistry tutor definite integral one can learn more than the old way by teaching them in a non-real way with minimal support.The organic chemistr y tutor definite integral will take you to a world of natural chemistry and allow you to learn from real world application. From a pupil's point of view it is an engaging, enjoyable activity that allows them to learn new concepts and apply them in a new way.Not only does it allow you to see in different ways, but it also creates an environment of real-world chemistry. You will be able to see how the science of chemistry is applied in everyday life. It will expose you to the actual uses of the substance. It will be a more involved approach that gives you the opportunity to become absorbed in the idea rather than the subject.Organic Chemistry Tutor definite integral is an indispensable tool for helping you learn about the different aspects of chemistry. It is an excellent way to improve your understanding of the field. It has been designed for students to use in any age group and will enable them to have a great experience.This organic chemistry tutor definite integral will allow you to develop strong relationships with your pupils in a very personal way. It will also help you learn a new language as well as make you feel like the most important person in the class.Having a chemistry tutor definite integral will give you the opportunity to enhance your knowledge and develop a stronger understanding of the chemistry curriculum. It will be a valuable tool for many years to come. There are many who use this supplement to their advantage, as they love it and want to learn more.

Essential Information for Becoming a Lawyer in the UK

Essential Information for Becoming a Lawyer in the UK How to Become a Lawyer ChaptersThe Stages of Becoming a LawyerWhere Can You Work With a Law Degree?The Annual Salary of a LawyerThe Bar Exam's Equivalent Courses in the UK“The good lawyer is not the man who has an eye to every side and angle of contingency, and qualifies all his qualifications, but who throws himself on your part so heartily, that he can get you out of a scrape.” - Ralph Waldo EmersonThurgood Marshall, Johnnie Cochrane, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Atticus Finch and Ally Beal. What do all of these people have in common? They were or are all lawyers.Whether fictitious or not, the aforementioned characters had a major impact on popular culture and newspaper headlines in the past two decades. They have shaped the way people view lawyers and the legal system. Some are modern day heroes, breaking social boundaries and inciting change whereas some are despicable, conniving and hated.Through their  inspirational  courtroom speeches and zeal for pursuing justice, they inspired many to attend law schoo l and attain a degree practising law.Lawyers have the power to change the way people view things and ultimately change the world for better or for worse. The choice is up to them.  While making the difference is a primary reason why some choose to study law, others are encouraged by the possibilities of a seven-figure  income and the things that money can buy or the immense pressure of family members to follow tradition.No matter what reasons you may have to become an attorney, Superprof is here to provide valuable information and guide you through the steps of becoming a successful lawyer. 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Solicitors and Barristers must pass through three essential  steps to be able to practice law. Here are the three key stages:Academic:  this stage can be completed by obtaining an undergraduate  Bachelor's in Law (LLB) degree from any qualified university based in the UK  or a Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL) for those who have switched career paths and now wish to study law. It takes three years of full-time study to receive this academic diploma. Most of the course load every year is independent learning with approximately  only 17% of time  spent in class. This is a very general course and covers all the basics of law. During the final two years, students can specialize in different areas of law and choose electives that better suit them.Vocational:  now comes the time to choose if you wish to become a barrister or solicitor. This decision needs to be made because barristers are required to study the vocational programme of Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) and be accepted into one of the four Inns of Court and solicitors need to learn the basics of the Legal Practice Course (LPC). They are both very different courses that each last a year if studied full-time and prepare aspiring solicitors and barristers with the skills they need to excel in their future careers.Professional:  for those who are aspiring to become barristers, pupillage is the third and final stage. During this year-long training programme, trainees are taught by qualified barristers with a lot of previous experience. For those who have finished the Legal Practice Course and who still wish to become solicitors, a two-year training programme called the Professional Skills Course (PSC) is mandatory to become a qualified solicitor. Both these training programmes equip barristers and solicitors with future professional skills such as client care, casework and courtroom practice.Now you are aware of the three stages to become a qualified solicitor or barrister.How long does the whole process take?For barristers, it is a total of 5 years of postsecondary education and for solicitors, 6 years of higher education is needed.Check for and hire a law tutor here.Where Can You Work With a Law Degree?Many of those with a law degree go onto help or become politicians in the future. (Source: Visual Hunt)After graduating from law school and receiving your diploma of Bachelor of Laws (LLB), there are  many jobs available in the legal field and other fields of work.One report conducted by The City University of London shows that 88.9% of graduates find employment quickly after graduating. There are many law jobs open to those with a legal degree. For example, here are a few available jobs:Paralegal:  if you possess a law degree, thrive under pressure and want to help solicitors or barristers win cases, applying for paralegal jobs is for you! Paralegals conduct a lot of legal research and wri te detailed reports about cases.Barrister's Clerk:  you become responsible for running the administration and conducting business activities in the barristers' chambers.It is important to note that working as a solicitor or a barrister is not mentioned in the aforementioned list because those jobs require more training than just a Bachelor's in Law (LLB).  If after a few months or years of working in the legal system you decide that it is not for you, don't be discouraged! There are plenty of other jobs available for those who have a law degree. Those who have abandoned the practice of law now find themselves working in these different areas:Activism:  if you have always wanted to make drastic changes and see this world change, activism is your true calling! A spirit for revolution coupled with legal knowledge is essential to know how to push the buttons of parliament and incite change. If you were interested in Environment law while studying for your law degree, you could be a grea t asset to Greenpeace or Amnesty International.Journalism:  reporters like lawyers have great research, reading and writing skills. It is important to write ethical material. Having a base of knowledge in legal matters can prevent you from getting into trouble as a reporter. It's really a win-win situation!Politics:  a great number of law graduates go into politics when they discover that their charisma and speaking abilities would be better appreciated in political rallies and debates. Many politicians hire individuals who possess a law degree to make sure that no laws are broken during their campaigns.No matter what career you  decide to pursue employers will always highly value a law degree. The sky is the limit!The Annual Salary of a LawyerLawyers are believed to be society's most affluent members. This may be true after many years of experience, however, lawyers fresh out of law school do not make as much money as people may think due to their lack of experience and accumulatio n of student loans.Salaries of BarristersBarristers make more money in the long run than solicitors do. Entry level barristers can make an annual salary of approximately £25,000 to £50,000. This all depends on location, experience and skills.Trainee barristers that are undergoing pupillage training can expect a minimum salary of £12,000 and be paid up to £45,000 for their year-long training depending on various factors.Barristers with many years of experience can expect to earn up to £300,000 per year and even more if they are working in a private practice. Some with over ten years' experience report yearly salaries of over £1,000,000.There are some barristers who decide to seek employment in the public sector working for the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). Their average yearly salaries range from £30,000 to £90,000 depending on years of experience.Check for law tutors here now.When you start as a lawyer don't expect your salary to buy you an Italian villa. Making the big b ucks takes time and a lot of hard work. (Source: Visual Hunt)Salaries of SolicitorsSolicitors offer expert legal advice and instil confidence in their clients. Starting out, they can expect to make between £25,000 and £40,000 in regional law firms and smaller private practices. Pay increases are the result of attracting new clients, winning cases and working long hours during evenings and weekends.Those who decide to stay in London after Uni can make a lot more money at commercial law firms with starting salaries ranging from   £58,000 to £65,000 per year. While salaries are more inflated in the United Kingdom's biggest cities, the competition for the best jobs is extremely fierce. In order to land the job that everyone wants, you need to boast an impressive resume with notable work experience and outstanding extracurricular activities.After years of hard work, solicitors can be named partner and make an annual salary of over £100,000 and receive extra compensation if they are e quity partners sharing in the firm's profits.You can check here for a law tutor.The Bar Exam's Equivalent Courses in the UKIn other countries, such as the United States, the bar examination is taken after law school to assess legal knowledge and ensure that the law student is deserving of his license to practice law. Nevertheless, the legal system is different in the United Kingdom and no bar exam is taken after receiving your Bachelor's in Law (LLB).There are two vocational courses that are equivalent to the bar exam in England and Wales. Aspiring lawyers need to complete these programmes in order to move onto the next stage of becoming a lawyer. Barristers study for a year the Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) and solicitors study for the same amount of time the Legal Practice Course (LPC).Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC)This vocational programme equips aspiring barristers with all the necessary skills they will need to defend courses in court.Admission to the course depends on good grades, a Bachelor's in Law (LLB), admittance to one of the four Inns of Court and successfully passing the Bar Course Aptitude Test (BCAT).Throughout the one year programme students are assessed through written examinations to ensure they are meeting the high standards of The Bar Association.There are eight primary schools offering the BPTC across the United Kingdom. Some of the schools include the BPP Law School, Cardiff Law School, Northumbria University in Newcastle and The University of Law (with schools in Birmingham, Leeds and London).Tuition and course fees are quite expensive ranging from £19,400 to £14,000 for the year-long programme. Prices depend mostly on the school.Look up for  law tutor London  now.Legal Practice Course (LPC)The LPC trains solicitors to have better client meetings, make contracts and conduct legal research successfully. To take part in this year-long vocational programme, applicants are required to have a law degree (LLB) and submit an application through the Central Applications Board (CAB) ranking their top three preferences of law schools to attend.The year is divided into two stages where students cover the essential areas of Business law, litigation and private acquisitions just to name a few.Since the LPC is a very popular vocational programme, there are over 30 accredited schools across the UK offering this course. Some of the qualified schools include Anglia Ruskin University, Nottingham Law School, Liverpool John Moores University and the University of Westminster.At these schools, students are assessed throughout the year by means of knowledge tests, written assignments, essay questions and oral presentations.  Course fees are extremely high considering the fact that this vocational course only lasts one year. Prices for tuition range from £15,740 to £7,700 depending on the location and reputation of the school.However, do not fear student loans are here! For both of these bar exam equivalent course s, students can borrow up to £10,000 through the Professional Career and Development Loan (PCDL).Becoming a lawyer takes time, dedication, self-discipline and requires a lot of long nights studying at the library. Nevertheless, the benefits outweigh the sacrifices. The thrill of winning cases, fighting for those who in need and enjoying the finest things money can buy thanks to a sizeable salary, make the legal profession satisfying and delightful!Find law tutors on Superprof now!