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International students: High school options in the United States and the United Kingdom

MyHappyPlanet — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 23:22:21 +0000

A high school education is the foundation of success in either theUnited States or the United Kingdom. However, the two countries observe very different standards when it comes to highschool education. It is therefore important for students to understand the regulations of the country that they are in. International Students: High School Education in the United States A high school diploma in [...]

Best way to learn a language online

MyHappyPlanet — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 23:20:39 +0000

Learning online is great because it’s free. But how do you keep yourself disciplined and motivated? Here are a few tips to keep yourself motivated: Set aside a regular 30-minute block in your day for languagelearning. Set a reminder in your online calendar, to make sure you don’t forget. Find 3 – 4 native speakers at MyHappyPlanet.com with whom [...]

Online degrees: A great alternative to studying abroad

MyHappyPlanet — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 23:18:47 +0000

A lot of our members at MyHappyPlanet, esp. those learning English, are interested in learning the language to pursue further studies in an English-speaking country, such as the US or the UK. But with the visa regulations getting tighter and tighter, studying abroad may not be the best option. The good news is that online education has become [...]

Where to stay when studying abroad

MyHappyPlanet — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 23:15:23 +0000

Preparing to study a language abroad is an exciting yet sometimes daunting feat. From friendly waiters at the cafe around the corner to deciphering labels at the grocery store, everything will seem unique and new. With classes to choose, languages to learn and anticipation coursing through your bones, it’s hard to make sure everything is in order, especially [...]

English courses in Boston, USA

MyHappyPlanet — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 23:14:19 +0000

Interested in studying English in Boston, USA? Boston is the intellectual capital of USA and is one of the most popular places in the United States to study English. There are a total of 70 universities and colleges in the Boston area. More importantly, the world’s most famous institutions of higher learning, Harvard University and MIT, are both located around Boston. MyHappyPlanet’s office is also located [...]

English courses in USA

MyHappyPlanet — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 20:08:33 +0000

For those of you looking for English courses in USA this summer, here are three tips to find the best English courses here in the United States. First, pick the right location. English courses in New York andEnglish courses in Boston are the most popular choices for international students. For those looking to study in a bustling city with lots of things going on all the time, [...]

Prepare for the Beijing Olympics (Part 3): Learn some hot words for the Beijing Olympics

Karen Ong, Founder of MyHappyPlanet.com — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 20:10:29 +0000

I was looking online for a list of interesting words and phrases for the Beijing Olympics and found a list that could be useful for you avid Olympics fans out there. — For speeches: 和平奥运 hépín gàoyùn Peaceful Olympics 和谐奥运héxié àoyùn Harmonious Olympics 科技奥运 kējì àoyùn High-tech Olympics 绿色奥运 lǜsè àoyùn Green Olympics 人文奥运 rénwén [...]

Prepare for the Beijing Olympics (Part 2): Learn some basic Chinese words

Karen Ong, Founder of MyHappyPlanet.com — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 20:09:28 +0000

In preparation for the upcoming Beijing Olympics, I’ve listed some of the most common Chinese words and phrases that you must learn before flying to Beijing. But before you begin learning these words, I would suggest learning about Chinese pronunciations and tones first – this is the most difficult part about learning Chinese. The same [...]

Prepare for the Beijing Olympics (Part 1): A fun fact about the Beijing Olympics

Karen Ong, Founder of MyHappyPlanet.com — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:13:24 +0000

Did you know that the date and time for the opening of this year’s Olympics was picked for a reason? This year’s Summer Olympics in Beijing is scheduled to open on 8/8/08 at 8:08:08 pm. That’s because the Chinese believe that the number 8 has auspicious meanings. The word for “eight” (八) in Chinese (pronounced [...]

Getting Started

Todd Pinkerton, Product Manager of MyHappyPlanet — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 18:08:02 +0000

Some MyHappyPlanet members write to us soon after joining, and ask, “so how do I start learning my new language?” If you are unsure how to get started, here are some tips: If you haven’t already, fill out the rest of your profile. Other members will find you more interesting if you add a photo [...]