How To: Quote a quote!

Start the quotation on a new line, with the entire quote indented one inch from the left margin; maintain double-spacing. Only indent the first line of the quotation by an additional quarter inch if you are citing multiple paragraphs. Your parenthetical citation should come after the closing punctuation mark. {Example: "Only from the heart can you touch the sky" ~  Rumi} 

How to: Blog!

How to Start a Blog in Five Easy Steps:

1) Choose a blogging platform, domain name, and hosting option.

2) Design your blog using a simple theme.

3) Modify your blog to get your desired look and feel.

4) Select the best plugins for your blog.

5) Write compelling content that adds value to readers.

How to: Divide Fractions

(To divide any number by a fraction:

1. Multiply the number by the reciprocal of the fraction.
2. Simplify the resulting fraction if possible.
3. Check your answer: Multiply the result you got by the divisor and be sure it equals the original dividend.

You can only divide by non-zero fractions.)

Dividing Fractions

Turn the second fraction upside down, then multiply.

There are 3 Simple Steps to Divide Fractions:

Step 1. Turn the second fraction (the one you want to divide by) upside down (this is now a reciprocal). Step 2. Multiply the first fraction by that reciprocal Step 3. Simplify the fraction (if needed)

Example:

Example:

1	÷	1
2		6

Step 1. Turn the second fraction upside down (it becomes a reciprocal):

1	becomes	6
6		1

Step 2. Multiply the first fraction by that reciprocal:

(multiply tops ...)

1	×	6	=	1 × 6	=	6
2		1		2 × 1		2

(... multiply bottoms)

Step 3. Simplify the fraction:

6	=	3
2

With Pen and Paper

To help you remember:

♫ "Dividing fractions, as easy as pie,
Flip the second fraction, then multiply.
And don't forget to simplify,
Before it's time to say goodbye" ♫

Another way to remember is: "leave me, change me, turn me over"

How Many?

A question like 20 divided by 5 is asking "how many 5s in 20?" (=4)

So 1/2 divided by 1/6 is asking "how many 1/6s in 1/2"

 

1	÷	1	is really asking:
2		6

How many	1	in	1	?
	6		2

Now look at the pizzas below ... how many "1/6th slices" fit into a "1/2 slice"?

How many

in

?

Answer: 3

So now you can see why		1	÷	1	= 3
		2		6

Another Example:

1	÷	1
8		4

Step 1. Turn the second fraction upside down (the reciprocal):

1	becomes	4
4		1

Step 2. Multiply the first fraction by that reciprocal:

1	×	4	=	1 × 4	=	4
8		1		8 × 1		8

Step 3. Simplify the fraction:

4	=	1
8		2

Fractions and Whole Numbers

What about division with fractions and whole numbers?

Make the whole number a fraction, by putting it over 1.

Example: 5 is also	5
	1

Then continue as before.

Example:

2	÷	5
3

Make 5 into ⁵/₁ :

2	÷	5
3		1

Step 1. Turn the second fraction upside down (the reciprocal):

5	becomes	1
1		5

Step 2. Multiply the first fraction by that reciprocal:

2	×	1	=	2 × 1	=	2
3		5		3 × 5		15

Step 3. Simplify the fraction:

The fraction is already as simple as it can be.

Answer =	2
	15

Example:

3	÷	1
		4

Make 3 into ³/₁ :

3	÷	1
1		4

Step 1. Turn the second fraction upside down (the reciprocal):

1	becomes	4
4		1

Step 2. Multiply the first fraction by that reciprocal:

3	×	4	=	3 × 4	=	12
1		1		1 × 1		1

Step 3. Simplify the fraction:

12	=	12
1

And Remember ...

You can rewrite a question like "20 divided by 5" into "how many 5s in 20"

So you can also rewrite "3 divided by ¼" into "how many ¼s in 3" (=12)

 

Why Turn the Fraction Upside Down?

Because dividing is the opposite of multiplying!

 

A fraction says to:
multiply by the top number divide by the bottom number

But for DIVISION we:

• divide by the top number
• multiply by the bottom number

Example: dividing by ⁵/₂ is the same as multiplying by ²/₅

So instead of dividing by a fraction, it is easier to turn that fraction upside down, then do a multiply. (Source:  https://www.mathsisfun.com/)

How to: Tie a Tie (For male and female)

Method: Pratt Knot

1. 
   1
   Start with the tie inside out. The wide end of the tie should be hanging on the right, and the narrow end on the left. Adjust the tie so that the wider end is a few cms lengthier than the narrow end.   
2. 1. 
      2
      Cross the wide end under the narrow end.
   2. 
      3
      Bring the wide end over the loop around the neck.
   3. 
      4
      Pull the wide end under to complete the loop around the neck. Tighten.
   4. 
   5. 5
      Bring the wide end over the narrow end, from left to right.
   6. 
      6
      Pull the wide end up through the loop.
   7. 
      7
      Bring the wide end down all the way through the knot in the front.
   8. 
      8
      Shape the knot into a triangle shape and pull on the narrow end to fasten the tie along the collar and your done. (Source: WikiHow.com) 
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How to: Screenshot.

"Take a screenshot of your whole screen

1. Press Command (⌘)-Shift-3.
2. Find the screenshot as a .png file on your desktop.

Take a screenshot of part of your screen

1. Press Command-Shift-4. The pointer changes to a crosshair pointer.
2. Move the cross hair pointer to where you want to start the screenshot.
3. Drag to select an area. While dragging, you can hold the Shift key, Option key, or Space bar to change the way the selection moves.
   
4. When you've selected the area you want, release your mouse or track pad button. To cancel, press the Escape (esc) key before you release the button.
5. Find the screenshot as a .png file on your desktop.

Take a screenshot of a window

1. Press Command-Shift-4. The pointer changes to a cross hair pointer.
2. Press the Space bar. The pointer changes to a camera pointer.
3. Move the camera pointer over a window to highlight it.
4. Click your mouse or track pad. To cancel, press the Escape (esc) key before you click.
5. Find the screenshot as a .png file on your desktop.

This works with Finder windows and most application windows.

Take a screenshot of a menu

1. Click the menu to reveal its contents.
2. Press Command-Shift-4. The pointer changes to a cross hair pointer.
3. Drag to select the menu.
4. Release your mouse or track pad button. To cancel, press the Escape (esc) key before you release the button.
5. Find the screenshot as a .png file on your desktop.

Take a screenshot of a menu without the title

1. Click the menu to reveal its contents.
2. Press Command-Shift-4. The pointer changes to a cross hair pointer.
3. Press the Space bar. The pointer changes to a camera pointer.
4. Move the camera pointer over the menu to highlight it.
5. Click your mouse or track pad. To cancel, press the Escape (esc) key before you click.
6. Find the screenshot as a .png file on your desktop.

Learn more

• Screenshots are saved as .png files on the desktop in Mac OS X v10.6 and later. They're automatically named "Screen Shot date at time.png."
• To save your screenshot to the Clipboard instead of a file on your desktop, use Command-Shift-Control-4.
• You can open screenshots with Preview or other image-editing apps.
• Some apps, such as DVD Player, might not let you take screenshots of their windows." ~ https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201361 (All credits goes to Apple for giving this advice xD)

Cyber-bullied: What to do/What not to do,Steps and a few helpful tips.

WHAT CAN YOU DO IF YOU'RE A VICTIM?

Being cyber-bullied can make you feel helpless, but there are steps you can take to protect yourself and seek help. The most important thing to do is to talk to an adult you trust as soon as you realize there is a problem.

How to react to cyber-bullying:

• Ignore—Dr Sameer Hinduja and Dr. Justin W. Patchin of the Cyber-bullying Research Center advise victims not to respond to “minor teasing or name calling” if they can avoid it. Sometimes bullies are encouraged by seeing a reaction.
• Record—Keep a record of bullying messages you receive—in hard copy. If you can show an adult either the messages themselves or a diary of when you received them, it may be easier to verify what went on and who the bully was.
• Reach out—Your parents, a favorite teacher, school administrators, counselors, and even police officers can help you deal with cyber-bullying. Your state laws or your school’s policies may have rules against cyber-bullying that these trusted adults can enlist to help you. It’s also helpful to talk to friends or a counselor so you can get their support when you are feeling upset by hurtful comments. There is no reason to suffer alone when you are the target of bullying.
• Cut off the bully—The National Crime Prevention Council advises victims to stop all communication with the bully when possible. You may be able to block their phone number so you no longer receive their calls or texts. If that’s not possible, you might consider changing phone numbers. Facebook and instant messenger providers allow you to block other users so that they can no longer interact with you. If for some reason it’s not possible to block a cyberbully, you can always screen their calls and delete their messages without opening them.
• Go high-tech—If you’re being bullied via a website, chances are that the bully is going against the website’s terms of use. Reporting bullies to the website administrator may get them kicked off the site. The National Crime Prevention Council highlights that on Facebook and Youtube, some of the most popular sites for cyberbullying activity, you can report cyberbullying incidents to the sites’ “safety centers.” The Cyberbullying Research Center also notes that your parents can help by getting in touch with your internet service provider, cell phone service provider, or content provider. In some cases, the providers can look into the bullying incident to uncover an anonymous bully and may also be able to take down offensive posts.

WHAT NOT TO DO

• ­Sink to the bully’s level. Starting your own cyberbullying campaign against the bully will get you nowhere, especially if you end up breaking state laws or school rules.
• Forward bullying content or messages. If someone sends you a bullying message, forwarding it to a friend only expands the problem. You never know how far an email chain can go.
• Believe the bully. Don’t let bullies destroy your self-esteem. No one deserves to be harassed. Cyberbullies’ cowardly and destructive actions are often more about their own problems than they are about you. When bullying gets you down, talk about it with someone you trust who can build you back up.

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STEPS (GOOD THINGS TO DO)

1

Save every message, tweet, email, etc. Anything that shows proof of them cyber bullying. If it is an email, you can go on the computer and print it out, instead of simply saving it onto your phone. Cyber bullying is somewhat easier for a bully to perform, since they don't have to do anything when the victim is right there in front of them. But you're smarter than that. You may just want to click "delete" on every hateful email, text, or IM. However, this is not the right way to go. Because there may come a time, when this bully needs to be reported- and you'll need all the evidence right there in front of you. Save and print each and every mean thing they send. Bookmark or "favorite" the webpages they insult you on. The day will come when you'll need this untenable evidence to accuse them and stop them.

2

Never participate. If you receive a "bully" message, never get more involved than you need to. Replying to that hurtful comment will only worsen the problem- what you say on the internet, STAYS there, no matter what you do; and anger, sadness, or any other emotion that can cause you to do this you'll regret. Keep yourself cool. Remember that It's okay to be upset, but responding to the bully just as they responded to you will fix nothing other than add more fuel to the fire.

3

Identify the person who is doing it. Emails, screen names and images of themselves can be deceiving, and can temporarily disguise a bully. However, there are ways of figuring out the guilty party. First, write down the email or screen name you've received this from. Check your inbox- have you ever received ANYTHING from this person before? This may clue you in. If not, simply go to the email provider (after the @ part of the email) website, and search the screen name you have. If the profile is not blocked, you should be able to view this person's name. When all else fails, get others involved. Let your parents, a teacher, or another adult you trust know about the situation. Most likely, they can track the IP address, and get the exact location of the attacker.

4

Approach them in person. A cyber bully is nothing when not behind their internet mask. Talking to them about it upfront might even scare them away. If this person seems to not be intimidated, or issues more violent or humiliating threats, contact an adult to intervene.

5

If the case is severe, press charges. Bullying of any kind is illegal in most states. After letting a parent into the situation, allow them to contact the bully's parents (if the school has not already done this). If you've suffered severely from this, or experienced humiliation or violent threats/acts, this girl/boy can be suspended, expelled, or even arrested, depending on how severe they have acted towards you.

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TIPS

• If it gets really out of hand, let some kind of authority know. Sometimes it's better to let someone step in and put a stop to it.
• To prevent cyber bullying from happening to you... NEVER give out any of your passwords (for email, blog, or even AIM accounts) to ANYONE, even the best friend you've known since kindergarten. This is for your safety and well being!
• Knowing what causes a bully to act the way they do might help you to have compassion on them rather than get angry at them.
• If a user crosses the line, you don't need to respond. In most cases, ignoring cyber bullying is the best way to go. They only continue when they know they can affect you and get a response from you. If you ignore them, then the game is over for them, and hopefully they will move on.
• Understand that a bully becomes a bully because they were once bullied themselves. It is displaced anger from things they have gone through. They can't get back at the person who hurt them, if it was a parent etc, so they expel their anger on you instead. It is like the kicking the dog syndrome in psychology. At work a man's boss may pick on him so he blows up at his wife, and so his wife blows up at the kid, and so the kid kicks the dog. Make sense? Don't let someone make you the dog.
• Only give out your email, IM, blog, or any other screen name to people you absolutely, positively trust, AND actually know in person.

("I was cyber bullied and was too scared to tell anyone but I told some of my "Internet friends" and they told me to tell my mother and when I did I was surprised she wasn't as mad as I thought/imagined she would be and she helped me deal with them now I'm 14 and roaming the internet without worrying about getting a mean and hurtful notification so no matter how old or smart you are don't kept it to yourself tell your mother or father or at least an adult in your family because even if it just started it will only get worse if you don't act now" ~ Jazmine)