www.MilpitasChat.com: November 2008

Saturday, November 29, 2008

Foreign Student Series: Thanksgiving in the US

Foreign Student Series: Thanksgiving in the US
College and universities may arrange for students far from home to spend the holiday with local families. Part 12 of our series. Transcript of radio broadcast: 26 November 2008
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Friday, November 21, 2008

Foreign Student Series: The Application Process

Foreign Student Series: The Application Process
On EDUCATION REPORT: In part 11, advice to apply to at least three U.S. colleges or universities -- and give yourself plenty of time.
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Thursday, November 20, 2008

Chat 111908

Today's discussion questions are from ESL Discussions.com: Conversation Questions on Frequently Asked Questions

The Chinese government wants the traditionally good saving Chinese to spend more. CNN's Emily Chang reports.

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Math!

GED Sample Test Questions Mathematics

The Mathematics Test is divided into two equally weighted parts, each containing 25 questions. On Part I of the test, you may use the Casio fx-260 calculator to compute answers. A calculator will be provided for your use at the official GED Testing Center. Because estimation and mental math are critical skills, you are not permitted to use the calculator on Part II of the test. A math formulas page is provided for your reference during the test.

GED - Math Formulas
Home > GED Testing > Help > Mathematics > Math Formulas ... mean = Math Forumla: Mean ; where the x's are the values for which a mean is desired, ...

English Café 61
Topics: How to work in the United States, interracial dating and marriage, to lean on someone’s shoulder, pronouncing math expressions. Download Podcast

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Chat 111808

Discussion topic: Money !

ESLPodcast 109 - Being an Entrepreneur
She has always been an entrepreneur in small ways, but she decided to start her own business. The start-up she launched provided technology consulting. Download Podcast

Monday, November 17, 2008

Speaking English is a "Piece of Cake"!

Idioms with the work "Cake."

ESL Podcast 241 – At the Bakery
Why don’t I take the layer cake, and I’d like a dozen of these cookies, too. ... Would you like the cookies and biscotti in the same box as the cake? ... Download Podcast

Sunday, November 16, 2008

To spend or save in China

The Chinese government wants the traditionally good saving Chinese to spend more. CNN's Emily Chang reports.

Saturday, November 15, 2008

Out of Work in China

Out of Work in China NYTimes
Migrant workers in Guangdong - the manufacturing hub of China's south - are searching for jobs or heading home in the wake of factory shutdowns. (Video)

Friday, November 14, 2008

Foreign Student Series: What SEVIS Means to You

Foreign Student Series: What SEVIS Means to You
In part 10, we discuss the government system for collecting information on foreign students and exchange visitors in the U.S. 12 November 2008
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Thursday, November 13, 2008

Jobs!

For the class of 2009, finding a job is going to require advanced problem solving skills.

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

Top College Majors and Starting Salaries

Top College Majors and Starting Salaries
In these economic times, you may be wondering what Americans earn...

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

VOANews: Foreign Student Series: Getting a US Visa

Foreign Student Series: Getting a US Visa
On EDUCATION REPORT: In part nine, we talk about the steps needed to come to the United States for study.

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Monday, November 10, 2008

Mid-November Chat

VOANews: Let's Do Business: I Made a Sweetheart Deal Last Month
Using words to make a profit in business. Transcript of radio broadcast: 08 November 2008