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Mind mapping as a writing technique

One of way of organizing ideas before writing an essay or report is to use mind mapping. It  allows the writer to jot down all ideas he/she can think of about a topic. The ideas may be written down on squares or circles or inside any shapes or positions that demonstrate how these connect, relate or explain other ideas.

To learn more about it and try using it, check out http://www.mindomo.com/help/mind-mapping.htm

Learning to sound more American by Guy Monroe

Here's a great video for all those practicing to acquire the American accent. Guy Monroe teaches how the IH sound is produced by providing sample words. Feel free to watch, listen and learn. He will surely appreciate your feedback.

Click on this link to access the video - http://www.americanaccent.info/
Enjoy!