Chemistry Lab Set Up

Chemistry Lab Set UpChemistry is often the focus of second year students as they gain experience in reading and writing chemistry lab work. To become proficient in the study of chemistry, it is important that you engage in online reading, vocabulary, and reference. Many programs offer reading quizzes that may require the student to read and write chemistry papers in order to pass the quiz. A set reading assignment can also be arranged that can help the student learn better chemistry.The second year students are often motivated to learn more about the chemistry by engaging in their first course in this area. The first year students should also participate in labs to get more exposure to chemistry. It is a good idea to spend some time in the lab at the end of your chemistry course because this is a great way to practice the techniques required to take chemistry lab.The chemistry department is required to have a college science lab and some labs are mandatory for certain courses. In ord er to participate in these labs, you will need a chemistry lab kit. Chemistry lab kits come in many different shapes and sizes, which make it possible for you to learn more about chemistry without having to buy books or other materials.College chemistry labs are usually organized by a lab professor or a chemistry department administrator. Many students want to take chemistry exams so they often help to organize the lab by planning where they will do their homework. They may also coordinate their schedule so that they can prepare for their biology test before their lab assignment.It is important that you set up your schedule so that you can keep up with your assigned lab times so that you do not miss out on an assignment or another class. Students who skip lab assignments or classes often experience academic dishonesty and eventually become academically lazy. The university also requires that students keep up with their lab times as many of them end up getting a pass mark for labwork when they are supposed to have earned a grade of less than aC.You will find that the lab work and assignments are very important for any college student. There is no way to learn anything about the world around you unless you have to experiment with it first. It is very important to have the skills to experiment with molecules so that you can develop new methods and apply them to your college studies.The chemistry lab is an exciting part of college life. The students who take the chemistry lab often enjoy the interaction with other students and help improve the classroom atmosphere. Make sure that you schedule enough time for the chemistry lab so that you can stay on top of your assignments. Chemicals are unpredictable, so you do not want to risk poisoning yourself.

How to Self-Study for an AP Exam

How to Self-Study for an AP Exam ACT SAT Prep and College Admissions Blog Unfortunately, not all high school AP programs are created equal. Even though colleges put your AP exams in the context of how many were offered at your school, there are major tuition savings to be had from doing well on more AP exams. If you find yourself wanting to take an AP exam that your school does not offer, here is how you can ace the exams on your own: Pick Your Textbook This is an important decision as it will form the basis of your self-study journey, especially for exams that have recently gotten a facelift from the CollegeBoard. For such exams, like AP Biology in the 2012-2013 school year, you will want to Google “SUBJECT NAME textbook correlations”. For most redesigned exam, the CollegeBoard collects correlation assessments from textbook publishers to ensure that their books align with the exam frameworks. This is usually the ideal way to pick the best textbook. If a comprehensive correlations document is not available, then you can look for the “SUBJECT NAME example textbook list”, which is more commonly available. Get the latest edition whenever possible and if you can’t decide, just go with whichever one you think has the most reputable publisher behind it. Either way, do not spend too much time obsessing over the textbook you use â€" the important thing is how you will use it. Set a Study Plan Generally, every textbook will have more information than what you actually need to succeed on the AP exam. So to save yourself lots of headaches down the line, look through the chapters and make note of which ones will not show up on the real exam (have a copy of the framework handy). Once you have determined the chapters that you will need to get through, set a weekly schedule all the way until April 1st, a month before AP exams are administered. You will want the last month before exams start to review and practice. Allocate at least one hour per day on your self-study. Remember that other kids will be taking an actual hour-long class for this every day plus more time for homework. You need to be putting in at least one hour per day to stay on track. Be a Note-Taking Fiend When I self-studied for AP World History, what really made me successful was that as I read every chapter, I took notes on the major points of almost everything I read. It came out to about 2-3 sentences per page read. This was certainly a significant amount of work to stay on top of, but it paid dividends in two important ways: It reinforces the learning process because you can’t just passively read the textbook and forget things easily. You have to decide which parts are the most important, which forces you to think about what you just read and the act of writing it imprints the knowledge to memory better. You now have a self-made study guide of the points that you thought were important. This was an excellent resource for me when it came time to cram because I had written the notes in a way that I would easily understand and quickly jog my memory. Practice Profusely To make sure you are internalizing what you are learning, give yourself frequent assessments along the way. Textbooks will generally have end-of-chapter quizzes and there are a number of online resources as well: Learnerator â€" We work with AP table leaders and readers to develop the most comprehensive question banks possible and work each year to ensure all content is in-line with the AP exams. Quizlet â€" You will find many flash card sets put together by teachers and students. The quality will vary 4tests â€" There are free tests here, although be careful because it does not seem like the content has been updated to match the redesigned exams. If you want even more practice questions, you can purchased past released exams on the CollegeBoard store: https://store.collegeboard.org/sto/catalog.do?category=259categoryName=AP%AE Physical review books, although clunky to carry around, can also provide additional practice. *Before going down this route however, it is worth noting that many such books do not have very good content. This is especially true of books written to adapt to overhauled AP exams, as they are often regurgitations of past books that are not truly aligned to the new frameworks. The Final Push About a month before the exam, you should plan to have all the necessary chapters read with copious notes. Here is a checklist of things to do before the exam to ensure best odds of success: Re-read your notes By this point, it is more than likely that you have forgotten many of the things that you read earlier in the year. Give all your notes a run-through as a refresher. Practice like Crazy The best way to really master a subject is to get as many reps as possible. One way to do this is to go to a local bookstore with a notebook and grab as many review books as possible and just take all the practice questions out of the books (if you don’t want to actually buy several books). Take released exam The best way to be prepared for the real exam is to take past released exams. This may not always be available the year after a re-designed course is first implemented, such as AP U.S. History in the 2014-15 school year. In those cases, you will have to rely on independent companies and their review products. In-Person Questions They say that you don’t truly know something until you are able to teach it. One way to do this is to get a friend, a parent, or a willing teacher to quiz you FRQ-style on various topics. The topics can be pulled from past released FRQ’s, review books, topics found in textbooks, online resources, etc. The goal is to not know what questions to be expecting and be able to provide thoughtful and confident answers in the moment without the aid of any resources. Through a process like this Memorization self-challenge Starting at the highest level of organization, try to remember everything you can about what you learned. A good way to start is by textbook chapters. If you can recall all the chapter names in your textbook, that is a great start because it means that you can see the big picture of how the course progresses and what it contains. Then at each chapter, recall from memory how each one was organized. You don’t need to recall every fact, but if you can remember at an “outline” level, at least two tiers (such as chapters - sections) and some supporting knowledge in each one, then you are in great shape. As you do this exercise, you can take down notes of things you struggled to remember and look up the actual book chapters to see which ones you missed. So there you have it! If you plan it out and stick to your strategy, self-studying for an AP exam is not all that difficult. It may seem daunting at times, but the payoff will be worth it: You have another chance to save on college tuition and admissions offices will love that you put in all that effort to go above and beyond. Good luck! About the Author Luke Liu is CEO and founder of Learnerator Education. When he was in high school, he took 11 AP exams and got 11 5’s. He self-studied for the AP World History exam after having taken the APUSH and AP European History classes. Learnerator is the web's leading resource for high-quality academic practice materials. With over 18,000 questions and solutions spanning 37 subjects developed by elite educators in the respective fields, thousands of people trust Learnerator to prepare them for high-stakes exams. Subjects that can be found on Learnerator include all major AP exams, SAT, ACT, GMAT, and more. All content is meticulously developed and tested before publishing on our platform which makes it as simple as possible to begin practicing and learning by doing. hbspt.cta._relativeUrls=true;hbspt.cta.load(215486, 'a519c073-790d-4c67-b0fd-7095f1869478', {});

Teach Away Telegram - January 2011

Teach Away Telegram - January 2011 2011 is here, and Teach Away would like to wish you a belated Happy New Year! We hope you’re taking advantage of the new year to take on some new and exciting challenges.This year, we dare you to try something new--read our 5 challenges below, and see just how daring you can be! You might be interested to read about one teacher who took a chance and had his film screened at a Korean Film Festival. If you're still working on the new and impoved you for 2011, you'll be happy to learn about a part of the world that celebrates their New Year a little bit late. (So get that list of resolutions back out!)Happy Year of the Rabbit!-The Teach Away TeamIn this issue:5 Things You Thought You’d Never Do - But Should - This Year!Teacher Challenge: From Inspiration to RealityHappy Chinese New Year!Announcement â€" Contest Winners5 Things You Thought You’d Never Do - But Should - This Year!When you are living overseas, anything and everything can be an adventure. From navigating the local gro cery store to adding some local fashion to your wardrobe to camping in the middle of the desert, each and every day, the opportunity to try something completely and utterly new comes up (sometimes when you least expect it).If you are going to be overseas this 2011, we dare you to try something to write home about! Depending on where you happen to be in the world, you may want to consider one (or all!) of the 5 challenges below!1. Take a dip in a Korean hot spring in the middle of winter â€" in your birthday suit.2. Hop on an elephant, and ride through the jungle in northern Thailand.3. Pack yourself a whole lot of water, and set up camp in the middle of the Abu Dhabi desert.4. Let out your inner artist, and take a stab at Chinese calligraphy.5. Plug your nose, and take a bite of some Japanese natto (fermented soy beans) â€" it’s great for your health!Tell us about something YOU never thought you would have done, but are glad you did. We may feature the topic in a future issue of t he Telegram.Teacher Challenge: From Inspiration to RealityWith every New Year comes talk of new opportunities, new experiences, and â€" if you really want it â€" the chance for a whole new you. Making the decision to teach overseas is a life-changing opportunity, filled with new experiences that will inevitably shape (or re-shape) the person that you will become.For Steven Sirski, the year he spent teaching English in Korea through Teach Away was not only about immersing himself in a new culture, but also a year during which he moved closer to realizing one of his life goals. Back in Canada, Steven had been interested in film-making for years, and had already produced two independent films prior to what some may view as his big break. Although teaching English as a second language in Asia may not seem an obvious step in the path towards getting involved in film production, Steven cleverly combined his teaching day job with one of his main interests (film-making) and ended up produci ng a film that was screened at a Korean film festival! (Steven gives credit to his co-writer/director, Murat Copcu, who made the wise decision to submit their film to the MADE IN BUSAN film festival.)Steven’s teaching job in Korea, not only helped him come up with a unique story idea, but became an invaluable part in the production of the film. His students agreed to act in his film, and even took part in drawing up ideas for the storyboard (you can see these during the film’s credits). Steven views his experience in Korea as an important part of his development as a film-maker.Steven’s Short: Coffee and MilkNOTE: As part of our 'This is Silly' series, the following short comedy, 'Coffee and Milk', is an expression of one teacher’s creativity in the classroom, and does not necessarily represent the opinions of Teach Away, Inc.Coffee and Milk finds teacher and student a little out of sorts after the two collide in the hallway â€" and not due to a concussion. This short film c omically parallels the frustration which accompanies a teacher’s shift without his morning coffee to that of a student’s first class without his morning milk.Watch Steven's cool and quirky film, Coffee and Milk.Happy Chinese New Year!If 2011 snuck up on you this year, and you missed out on all that resolution-making, not to worry! According to the Chinese, the New Year doesn’t begin until February 3rd this year - so you’ve still got time to make (and hopefully not break) your New Year’s resolutions!Unlike countries who follow the Julian calendar and celebrate the New Year on January 14th, the Chinese New Year is based on an interesting mix of the Gregorian calendar and a lunar-solar calendar (the latter, which marks many holidays in the Middle East). The Chinese New Year is not unique to mainland China, as it is also celebrated in Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, Vietnam, among other southeast Asian countries.Traditions surrounding the Chinese New Year include cleaning one’s home in order to make room for good fortune; eating foods which represent wealth, fertility, and long life; and presenting children red envelopes of gold (well, money). The first two weeks of the New Year are celebrated with a festival, and the Lantern Festival marks the official end of the celebration on the 15th day (which coincides with the first full moon.) Tradition dictates that thousands of colourful lanterns should share the night sky with the brightly lit moon.Happy Year of the Rabbit!Announcement - Contest Winners Teach Away would like to announce the two lucky winners of November's Silly Story Contest. Due to their creativity (a la This is Silly), Shelley Suzuki and Steven Sirski will be receiving a batch of Taxali toys (one of which is pictured on the right). You might recall Shelley’s creative Teacher Story, The Art of English, in the November Telegram. And Steven deserves our congratulations for having his creativity screened at a film festival overseas.Congratulati ons, Shelley and Steven!

Taipei American School

Taipei American School Taipei American School Taipei American School (TAS) is an independent, coeducational day school founded in 1949 for students from prekindergarten through grade 12. More than thirty nationalities make up the student body. The first semester of the school year runs from early August to mid-December; the second semester runs from early January to early June. The School is located in Tien Mou, a northern suburb of Taipei, where many members of the expatriate community reside. High-rise apartment buildings, small businesses, parks, outdoor markets, temples, international restaurants, and the Yangmingshan Mountains characterize the landscape. The TAS parent body includes professionals from local businesses and international corporations, employees of foreign governments, and educators. Organization. The School is governed by an eleven-member Board of Directors composed of two Board members appointed for four-year terms and nine Board members elected for three-year terms by the Taipei American School Association. Membership in the Association is automatically conferred on the parents of children enrolled in the School. Curriculum. TAS provides an American-based education with a global perspective which results in a love of learning, academic excellence, a balanced life, and service to others. The K-12 curriculum is based on exemplary standards and benchmarks from the U.S. As the majority of TAS students will continue their education in the United States, TAS has aligned its curriculum at each grade level to facilitate a smooth transition. Each year, over 90% of the graduates attend colleges and universities in the United States; the rest enroll in four-year institutions around the world. The middle school (grades 6-8) is an innovative interdisciplinary program. The upper school (grades 9-12) offers a rigorous, college-preparatory program with multiple Honors, AP, and IB courses. Starting in kindergarten, students take Mandarin classes that help them take advantage of the local culture. TAS offers EAL support as well as support for students with mild learning differences; parents of students with learning needs should contact the School directly to be sure that TAS has the resources and programs to fit their childs needs. TAS is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). TAS also produces several annual publications, including an Annual Report, the school profile, and an alumni news magazine. In addition, TAS produces a school news magazine called The Window, which is published three times each year. Facilities. The School occupies a campus of approximately 15 acres. The campus is wireless to service the IT needs as a one-to-one laptop school in grades 4-5 and the middle and upper schools. The School has approximately 200 classrooms, including many science and robotics labs. The campus also features a four-story library / IT / media complex, music and art facilities, three dance studios, and three theaters. Sports facilities include three gyms, covered and outdoor tennis courts, a track, two playing fields with artificial turf, and a 25-meter indoor swimming pool. The cafeteria, pizza bar, Village Snack Bar, and Fitness Cafe serve nearly 3,000 patrons per day. The Upper School Science and Technology Building opened in 2012, and features state-of-the-art science and robotics labs, new classrooms equipped with cutting-edge technology, and a lecture hall. The new Liu Lim Arts Center opened in August 2013, along with the new Tiger Health and Wellness Center.

The Little Genius Nursery

The Little Genius Nursery The Little Genius Nursery We believe passionately in the power and impact of excellent early years education. If you honour childrens creativity and choice and acknowledge that the role of the adult is to respond to interests of each child and nurture their independence, we would love to have you on our team . We offer a friendly and nurturing working environment in first class facilities with regular opportunities for professional development. We currently have vacancies for Nursery Teachers in Kuwait for an immediate start. The nursery is positioned to be an exemplary early years setting and we invite you to join us. We offer an attractive package including medical and annual flight allowance. Intresred applicants should submit their update full detailed CV with photograph. You should be a native English speaker and hold a degree , diploma or certificate in education ideally in Early Years. It is preffered that you have hands on classroom experience and will be able to contribute to a positive team culture.

The Art of Networking Tips for Undergrads

The Art of Networking Tips for Undergrads via Pixabay The Importance of Networking Networking is so incredibly important when starting a career. The best time to start networking is while in college. This is one of the only times you will be exposed to a number of different people who can help you land your dream job. So, why is networking so important? Networking means meeting a number of people in different industries with various titles. One day they may be able to help you when applying to a job. You never know who you will meet or who your network is connected with. Networking Events One skill you should gain while in college is networking. It can be hard to go up to someone and start a conversation, which is why networking events are great for beginners. Everyone at a networking event is there for the same reason: to meet people. Often times, colleges will host their own networking events for their students and alumni. Sometimes its even based on major or interest. If your school is located in a city, search online for networking events hosted outside of your school. This will give you the chance to meet a greater amount of people from different places. Professor Office Hours It’s hard to imagine that your professor is an accomplished academic who probably has a lot of useful connections. So, start networking with your professors. Visit them during office hours to talk about class, your goals, and possible internships. They are extremely experienced in the field you would like to work in, so they may know someone who is looking for an intern or to hire someone full time. Your professors are incredibly useful resources when it comes to networking, don’t miss out on what they have to offer. Informational Interviews Do you have a company or career that you are passionate about? Reach out to an employee and ask for an informational interview to see just what their job is like and if it is what you expect it to be. While the main reason to set up informational interviews is to learn more about a company or position, it is disguised as a networking opportunity. Once you meet that person and stay in touch with them, you have just added them to your network. Email or grab coffee with them every so often so they don’t forget about you. If you make a good impression, they may help you when it comes to applying to their company. Career Fairs Make your rounds at career fairs that your school hosts. While the atmosphere may be hectic and you can feel lost in a crowd of hungry college students, it is a great way to meet talent scouts and hiring managers at companies you are interested in. Don’t just hand them your resume, stop and actually have a conversation with them. Make a good impression on them and send a follow-up email to stay on their mind. They’ll be sure to recognize your name if you apply to their company in the future. LinkedIn LinkedIn is the social media network for working professionals. It’s like Facebook, but for people who want to advance their careers and help others. The sole purpose is to network with people and connect with people from across the country and the world. A LinkedIn message can really go a long way, especially if you have something to offer and vice versa. LinkedIn opens the gates for an infinite number of opportunities. Classmates The easiest way to network as an undergrad is making friends with your classmates. You have no idea where your classmates will be ten years after you graduate. Being friendly with a classmate can go a long way when it comes to applying for jobs in the future. They may be working for your dream company and help you get your dream job. They may also know someone who can help you. The Art of Networking You may feel like you are too young to start networking as a freshman or sophomore college student. It’s never too early to start making connections that can help you in the future and last you a lifetime. Be friendly to everyone you encounter, make an effort to meet people, and talk to your professors. You never know how far a relationship may take you.

Learning About Organic Chemistry With a Sample Organic Chemistry PDF

Learning About Organic Chemistry With a Sample Organic Chemistry PDFEver wondered what it was like to do organic chemistry, or learn a little about the basics of this exciting science? If you are starting out with this exciting topic, then I have the solution for you. David Klein's organic chemistry PDF is the perfect way to start learning this exciting subject. You will get all the information you need in an easy to read format and get through it in a very short time.If you are thinking of what to do next with your life, then you might be interested in learning more about organic chemistry. This exciting subject gives you all the information you need on a number of different chemicals and what they can do for you. It also gives you a good idea of the complexities involved in getting the best results from the chemical.Find out more about this subject on the Internet. Learn everything you can about organic chemistry. It will give you the knowledge you need to improve your quality of l ife and make your life better. It will provide you with all the information you need to prepare an organic laboratory, improve your laboratory, get an organic solvent, and much more.When you are using this method of organic chemistry, you are making chemicals that are safe for humans to use. There are different chemical forms for many different types of products. They have all the same chemicals with the exception of how they are mixed up to make the product.Download a sample organic chemistry PDF today. You can get a copy of the first edition that is available online for free. Use it in your own classroom and experience the excitement of teaching a subject that is essential to your everyday life.The benefits of learning about chemistry go beyond teaching the subject. Organic chemistry is one of the most important topics in biology. Everyone has a role to play in improving the quality of life and health in the world. The chemical and biological information provided in this wonderful book will enable you to be as knowledgeable about this subject as possible.Chemistry is a very exciting subject. You can learn about this subject while enjoying some new ideas. All the information you need is right at your fingertips. You don't have to learn on your own and you will be doing what you love.

Montclair Tutoring - How To Find A Good School

Montclair Tutoring - How To Find A Good SchoolMontclair tutoring services are all about helping students succeed in their education. This school has more than thirty different types of schools for students of all ages and backgrounds and they offer different kinds of tutoring and speech language methods for students.Whether you have been to Montclair before or not, one thing is certain, they are a high quality tutoring school. The instructors in Montclair offer the best in teaching methods that can help any student. They also have many available online courses and some of these offer high-level training with ample practice tests.It's worth noting that Montclair is a school that offers free tutoring to all students no matter what. There are several sources of free tutoring in Montclair such as the internet and the county library. There are also students who work with professional tutors for tuition fees and there are also those who enroll in Montclair for tutoring for free.Montclair t utoring services are great because they provide both academic as well as speech-language education. For many students Montclair offers the perfect opportunity to study. Another benefit of being in Montclair is that there are several public and private school students who are also enrolled in Montclair that you may learn a lot from their experiences.Montclair tutoring also offers online programs and some of these offer training online. Most of the time a college student will be attending a large university where they will get additional tutoring while they are studying at the university. If this is your particular situation then it may be worth it to enroll in a course at an online school where they will be able to meet the academic requirements required.There are several Montclair tutoring schools which are mainly operated online but there are also programs that are run locally at various Montclair campuses. Another important point to remember is that Montclair does not do regular g rading on its tutoring classes. In most cases this will lead to the tutors adding the grades onto their own grade as a way of cheating.To ensure that your child or student gets the best care, it's worth considering Montclair as a school to attend. They offer all the needed help, so don't just rely on what they tell you. Evaluate their curriculum and course offerings in order to make sure that you get the best possible assistance.

All About Humanist Photography

All About Humanist Photography Humanist Photography: Understanding Poetic Realism ChaptersWhat is Humanist Photography?How Did Humanist Photography Come About?Big Names in Humanist PhotographyThe Birth of Magnum PhotosHumanist Photography TodayThe history of art has seen many movements over the centuries.From Dadaism to surrealism, photography also has a rich and artistic history.Landscape photography, fashion photography, portraiture… producing art can be achieved through many methods and photographic techniques.There is a large number of famous photographers who have moved away from the traditional genres to create a new style of taking pictures called humanist photography.The photographers who developed this genre of photography sought to capture the emotions of people going about their daily lives.The essence of humanist photography can be found in the works of many art galleries and exhibitions around the world. AllanPhotography Teacher 5.00 (2) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NatashaPhotography Teacher 5.00 (7) £55/h1st lesson free!Discove r all our tutors TimothyPhotography Teacher 5.00 (5) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Anosh nadeemPhotography Teacher 5.00 (2) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ZangmoPhotography Teacher 5.00 (6) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RosiePhotography Teacher £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MattPhotography Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AndyPhotography Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsWhat is Humanist Photography?Henri Cartier-Bresson, Robert Doisneau and Robert Capa are all big names in this movement.Humanist photography is a French photography movement which is made up of photographers with an interest in photographing people in their daily lives.Rather than focussing on the use of any particular technical skills or professional photography techniques in capturing these photographs, humanist photography is about the subject, which is always humans.The photographers of this movement strive t o capture people on camera as they go about their daily routines, without any posing or artificial elements such as studio lighting techniques or editing the exposure, lens aperture, or modes as is done in portrait photography.The objective of many of these photographers is to capture the emotions of the people in the images.Human interest photography is about spontaneous and natural scenes ¦ source: Pixabay - StockSnapThis movement, which is also referred to as ‘poetic realism’ or ‘human interest’ is mainly associated with France.For photographers such as Cartier-Bresson and Capa, the environment around the subject is of equal importance as the subject themselves.The environments in which people are found are telling of their lives. For example, it may shed some light on their lifestyle or profession.This is why many humanist photographs depict people on the street or in cafés, as this is where they act naturally.There is a vast variety of themes for humanist photographer s to explore, but these photographers are always looking to capture what makes us human.In other words, they’re looking for humanity’s common denominator.Here are some famous names of the humanist genre:Cartier-BressonDoisneauIzisRonisVan der ElskenLorelleSougezIchacRené-JacquesThese photographers have worked for newspapers as well as poets such as Pierre Mac Orlan, Blaise Cendrars, Francis Carco and Jacques Prévert.Humanist photography is also very close to war photography and photojournalism.Search for photography courses throughout the UK on Superprof:Photography courses LondonPhotography courses GlasgowPhotography courses ManchesterPhotography courses BirminghamPhotography classes LeedsHow Did Humanist Photography Come About?Now we know more about the ideas behind humanist photography, let’s look into where it all started.As Henri Cartier-Bresson stated:The object of the photograph is Man, Man and his short, fragile, threatened life.These words were uttered in the 1930†™s, and in the carnage of the Second World War, they took on a new meaning.Humanist photography came about shortly after the end of World War II in 1945.At this time, people were having to deal with real economic hardship, particularly in France, which had to resort to financial aid from the USA to rebuild the country.At this time, humanist photography focussed on the small pleasures of the time in contrast to the horrors of war.Humanist photographers also aimed to bring into the public eye and condemn the injustices of this period.So, why is this genre of photography led by the French?The high rate of French photographers in the humanist photography movement is down to one world-famous photograph: The Kiss at the Hôtel de Ville  by Robert Doisneau.Robert Doisneau's famous Le Baiser de l'Hôtel de Ville ¦ source: WordPress - The Genealogy of StyleThis photo, which depicts a couple sharing an embrace in the street, was an instant success.Published in Life magazine in 1950, this pho tograph remains the symbol of Paris during the post-war era.This photograph alone helps people to grasp the essence of humanist photography, as it depicts a young French couple in their natural environment.Doineau’s famous photograph is a large part of the reason that the humanist movement in photography is recognised as being French. AllanPhotography Teacher 5.00 (2) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors NatashaPhotography Teacher 5.00 (7) £55/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors TimothyPhotography Teacher 5.00 (5) £30/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors Anosh nadeemPhotography Teacher 5.00 (2) £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors ZangmoPhotography Teacher 5.00 (6) £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors RosiePhotography Teacher £12/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors MattPhotography Teacher £20/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutors AndyPhotography Teacher £25/h1st lesson free!Discover all our tutorsBig Names in Humanist Photograp hyThere are several people who have made their mark on history and the humanist movement. Here are just some of them. ·               Robert DoisneauRecognised as the founding father of humanist photography, Robert Doisneau (1912 â€" 1994) is one of the most famous French photographers on the international scene.His photograph, The Kiss at the Hôtel de Ville, is the symbol of humanist photography.His black and white photographs often represent school children or couples sharing an intimate moment. His photographs are almost always captured in the street, which makes them an authentic representation of Paris at the time they were taken.For this reason, street photography as a lot in common with humanist photography. ·               Willy RonisWilly Ronis (1910-2009) is another key name in humanist photography, a genre which he regards as ‘the view of the photographer, who loves the human being’.Ronis was the laureate of the national photography Grand Prix in 1979, and winner of the Nadar prize in 1981. He took part in the 1953 exhibition ‘Five French Photographers’ at the Museum of Modern Art in New York alongside Brassaï, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Robert Doisneau and Izis. ·               Édouard Boubat  â€˜I think that the photographs we like have been made when the photographer has known how to step aside. If there was only one rule for a good photograph, it would be that one.’Édouard Boubat (1923-1999), professional  photographer for the review, Réalités, for several years is also a major figure in humanist photography.Published by Gamma-Rapho, Boubat’s photographs acts as a portrait of post-war society.This is what Jacques Prévert had to say:‘Boubat, a reporter on peace.’ ·               IzisIzis, or Israëlis Bidermanas (1911 â€" 1980) to use his full name, was a French photographer and photojournalist of Lithuanian origin.His works were first published in the weekly communist newspaper ‘Regards’.Following this, he worked for Paris Match, where he published several reports using the humanist photography style. ·               Henri Cartier-BressonBorn on 22nd August 1908 near Paris, Henri Cartier-Bresson is regarded as one of the great photographers of the 20th century.Cartier-Bresson was one of the founders of publishing agency Magnum Photos.His photographs were often used in the press, giving him the status of photojournalist. He enjoyed creating reports in the street by taking photographs without preparing the scene, making his photographs natural and spontaneous.The Birth of Magnum PhotosFounded in 1947 by Robert Capa, Henri Cartier-Bresson, George Rodger and David Seymour, before the invention of the digital camera, Magnum Photos was the first agency for photojournalism.Magnum’s photographers spread their work over several geographical areas.While Cartier-Bresson covered India and the Far East, Capa worked in the USA, Rodger in Africa and Seymour in Europe.This was a new way of organising photography w ork.The work of Magnum's founders would be regarded as travel photography today ¦ source: Pixabay - satschntMagnum’s photographs spanned many topics, including family, religion, war, poverty and famine throughout the world.Just as with humanist photographers, humans were at the heart of Magnum’s interests.Working as a team gave the photographers an opportunity to choose their subjects and their mode of work â€" this gave them a rare amount of freedom for the era.Magnum’s photographs appeared in magazines and newspapers such as Life and Paris Match.Humanist Photography TodayWith offices in Paris, New York, London and Tokyo, Magnum is still growing and now represents around sixty photographers.Magnum’s photographers work in many sectors including photojournalism, commercial photography, and documentary photography.Magnum also works with non-governmental organisations, blurring the line between photojournalism and humanist photography even further.The essence of the agency’s photographs can always be traced back to the observation of people’s day-to-day lives.Through the joyful moments, war, leisure and work, Magnum’s photographers know how to use humanist photography to create an image of their era - and now they have the luxury of digital photography!Today, many photographers and photojournalists continue to use humanist photography in their work.If you're interested in this particular style of photography, signing up to a photography course, whether it be for beginners or a more advanced photography class, can help you get to grips with the fundamentals of the art of photography.Photography classes are a perfect option for anyone who wants to learn the basics of photography to improve their photography skills and take their work to the next level through easy-to-understand tutorials.Learning photography is about much more than learning to use a camera. At a photography school, whether you're a beginner, intermediate or amateur photographer, you will learn how to work with photoshop lightroom and adobe as you explore your passion and creativity with projects on food photography, for example.With the guidance of a qualified instructor, you'll learn all about the technical side of photography including, white balance, shutter speed, long exposure, composition and printing, as well as picking up valuable photography tips and tricks to use in your own work.So, whether you'd like the get into humanist photography, or you're considering a photography degree, attending photography workshops and classes will  give you the photography training you need to develop your own style and flourish as a photographer.Read about photography today in our article on contemporary photography.