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Alternative education models are created to assist students who are having difficulty in the traditional school setting. These programs are personalized, encouraging students to take responsibility for their academic, social and emotional growth as well as attain life skills that will allow them to be successful in a variety of contexts and careers. Educational alternatives often feature diversity, deregulation, autonomy for teachers and students, small class size, close relationships between them and their educators, and…
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Books and their authors have had a profound effect on our lives, shaping society, stimulating minds, developing talents and interests. Books also serve as great entertainment, teaching us new things that enrich life while making it happier. Reading books also serves to promote healthy living while decreasing stress levels. A great book can keep you engaged for hours, and it may even teach you something. It opens your mind to new ideas, people, places and…
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Acid Rain became a household term during the 1980s as scientists recognized its connection to unchecked industrial activity and motor vehicle emissions, environmental deterioration and diminished fish and wildlife populations. While acid rain levels in Adirondack Park and elsewhere have decreased somewhat over time, its impacts are still felt globally by aquatic ecosystems worldwide. Acid rain derives its name from sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxides (NOx), produced by fossil fuel power plants, vehicles, and…
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Athleisure clothing fits perfectly into modern society’s increasing emphasis on health and well-being, providing comfort, breathability, and ease of movement – which make it suitable for physical activities from yoga to running. Yet its appeal goes far beyond physical activities, becoming fashionable everyday wear – be it worn to the gym for workout sessions or casually put-together brunch gatherings with friends – athleisure provides stylish solutions to busy lives! Athleisure’s roots can be traced to…
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Central bank policy and interest rates are critical elements of monetary policy, as they dictate the availability of money and credit in an economy. A central bank can either raise or reduce rates to affect economic activity and inflation rates in a particular country. Generally, central bank policy is designed to maintain economic stability and a healthy balance between growth and price inflation. They do this by altering the amount of money they lend out,…