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Jerry Tingstad

Professor/middle school teacher/48 years
Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
New York, New York
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Sophie May 28, 2023 719 views

What are some good jobs for people who like history?

Looking for career suggestions for history lovers. Thank you!. . . . . . .. . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . .

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Karen Apr 23, 2023 1345 views

What can I do with a public administration major?

I’m planning on majoring in public Administration to become involved in the government does this major help with become a police officer and advancing my career?

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Julie Apr 20, 2023 759 views

How can I get a better understanding on AP U.S History?

I am struggling to understand this course in my school. I would like tips to find ways to build my knowledge so I can pass my AP exam that I will be taking soon .

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FAITH Apr 15, 2023 630 views

What are the pros and cons of majoring in political science?

just want to know

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CareerVillage Office Hours Mar 29, 2023 389 views

What are the upsides and downsides of working for a large company or government agency?

This is part of our professionals series, where we ask professionals what they think students should know

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Kalea Jafer Mar 13, 2023 765 views

What are some jobs that are both film and history related?

What could I do tho get such a job?

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Armon Feb 11, 2023 356 views

guide for a polo sci major?

How can I use a job/internship to help me gain experience for the political science/soft science world? What are some opportunities that could help me on this journey?

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Alliana Jan 27, 2023 789 views

What do you wish you would have done before becoming a teacher?

Hi! I'm Alli, I'm 15 and interested in pursuing early childhood education. I was curious if any teachers have things they wish they would have done before college or finding a job? Teaching children is something I've always been interested in, I'm just not entirely sure on the steps I should...

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isabella Jan 26, 2023 730 views

interested in teaching but not sure witch grade?

if you were to go back to teaching what grade would you teach again or what grade do you think is the best grade to teach...

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Emily Nov 10, 2022 435 views

What can I do to be successful in Elementary Education?

I am currently a senior in highschool, looking to major in Elementary-Education. Is there any helpful tips to be successful in that major, or any recommendations of the job it's self?

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Zachary Nov 02, 2022 591 views

What age level is the best to start a teaching career in history?

What would age level be the best to start a teaching career in history? When should is substitute for a teacher to get class experience? What criteria should you consider for the location of the school?

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Norris Nov 03, 2022 724 views

What does your workday as a lawyer look like?

Hello, I am focusing very straightforward on becoming a lawyer and someday a Judge my question is there anyone who could maybe tell me about their workday as a lawyer? I'm also looking broaden my horizons and get a better insight into the legal system

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Brenna Nov 10, 2022 441 views

How should I get involved in political campaigns when I get to college?

How should I get involved in political campaigns when I get to college. I am a senior in high school and I am looking to pursue the political science field and want to become a lawyer. I love my AP Government class and learning about our history and the Constitution.

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Tess Nov 08, 2022 518 views

What can a rising college student do to get involved with American Government and Policy?

As an AP United States History and AP United States Government and Politics student, my interest in American government has grown substantially. How can a rising college student get involved with American government and policy?

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Jocelyn Jul 02, 2022 558 views

What can I do to decide what I want to be in life

I’m interested in criminal law and justice. I’m considering being a lawyer, some of my favorite classes are humanities, math, and science. I’m also considering being a therapist but I’m not sure. I wonder steps I could take to further conclude my decision on what I want to be in life.

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laya Mar 11, 2022 646 views

What is the best way to prepare for AP tests?

what is the best way to study for test in ap world history, and prepare for the ap test?

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Samuel Feb 09, 2022 757 views

As a current high school student what college courses do you recommend we take before going to college?

I'm currently taking AP Biology, and a college US History. I was just curious if there are any classes that I could benefit from in high school, before going to college. #college #biology #high-school #history

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Lauren Nov 29, 2021 939 views

What is the best way to find entry-level government jobs?

I am a Political Science major and would like to do policy-related work for a government agency. #government #political-science #college-major #career

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Kaden Nov 01, 2021 572 views

What should I do for a career?

I’m a senior at Dayspring christian school. I enjoy reading, musical theater, writing, history, helping people, telling people about God, and sports. I have not decided what I would like to do as a career after high school. #creative-writing #writing #college #journalism #football...

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Dulce Sep 06, 2019 4466 views

What is the hardest part of being a teacher?

#teaching #teacher #elementary-education

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Hailey May 12, 2016 971 views

What are some ways to connect with a kid when they're having attention difficulties, attitude difficulties, etc?

I want to be an elementary school teacher and I want to get the best advice I can so I can be prepared in order to properly teach young children. #teaching #teacher #elementary-education

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Ashley Oct 07, 2021 651 views

What is the hardest/most rewarding part about being a teacher?

I've been considering becoming a teacher (most likely for elementary schoolers) because I enjoy working with children, so I would like to know more about what it's like. #education #teacher #teaching #elementary-education

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Chris Oct 06, 2021 510 views

how long will it take to be a historian

I like mythology as well as history #history