Did you know that there are approximately 33.2 million small businesses in America? About 46% of workers in the United States are employed by these tiny but very mighty companies. However, larger businesses employ numerous expensive marketing strategies to increase their visibility, customer base, and revenue, so how are small businesses supposed to keep up? …
At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the world’s perception of ‘normal’ underwent a rapid transformation. Suddenly, adults and students found themselves working from home, encountering shortages of essentials like toilet paper and sanitizer, and witnessing the widespread adoption of face masks in public spaces. However, it wasn’t just children and parents adjusting to online…
Spanish is a Romance language, but that label has nothing to do with love stories or candlelit dinners. Romance languages are languages that evolved from Latin, the language of the Romans. That shared Latin background helps explain why Spanish has so much in common with languages like French, Italian, and Portuguese. It also helps explain why Spanish can be…
Psychology permeates every human endeavor, and its rich field of study boasts many specialties that address psychological matters from varied perspectives. The American Psychological Association (APA) recognizes no fewer than 15 subfields, ranging from the individual to the organizational. The University of Texas Permian Basin’s online Bachelor of Arts in Psychology program—ranked among U.S. News…
With a staggering 457 million people claiming Spanish as their first language, the Spanish language emerges as a cultural powerhouse that’s influenced the fabric of societies worldwide. Its impact spans from literature to education, influencing diverse and vibrant literary traditions while integrating into academic curricula worldwide. Today, we delve into the intricate interplay between language,…
Not even a week has passed since you stored away your Christmas decorations, and signs of the next big holiday are already on the rise. Pink and red heart-shaped boxes and a plethora of lovestruck stuffed animals line the shelves in every store. It’s official: Valentine’s Day is approaching. Thanks to several well-planned marketing strategies,…
Whether you enjoy football, basketball, or another sport entirely, you know one thing to be true—a person’s allegiance to their favorite sports team runs deep. Whether you’re an unwavering Houston Texans supporter or your devotion lies with the red, gold, and white of the Kansas City Chiefs, most fans stand by their team regardless of…
The FBI reported that in 2017, violent crimes occurred every 24.6 seconds in the United States, including a murder every 30.5 minutes, a rape every 3.9 minutes, and a robbery every 1.7 minutes. Not to be overlooked are property crimes, which were happening at an astonishingly rapid rate—every 4.1 seconds. So, what drives individuals to…
Most of us are diligent when it comes to handwashing, whether it’s after using the bathroom or before chopping veggies for dinner. Funny thing, though—it wasn’t always like that, and most certainly not in the medical world. Believe it or not, we can thank Florence Nightingale for making it commonplace to wash hands before…
Educators in the special education classroom use a range of strategies to ensure their students have the tools they need for success. From tried-and-true techniques like differentiated instruction to providing information in multiple modes—such as visual and auditory—teachers are constantly finding creative new ways to meet the diverse needs of their students. As technology continues…