When hiring a subject matter expert, evaluate their credentials, experience, and ability to meet deadlines. Subject matter experts are often relied upon by companies for educational courses and training materials, and their qualifications should be consistent with recognized authorities in their field. Other considerations include industry recognition, teaching experience, and publication history. When choosing a […]
GRE subject tests are taken in addition to the general GRE test and focus on specific subjects. Common subjects include science, math, English literature, and psychology. Some graduate schools require subject tests for admission, depending on the field of study. There are many different GRE subject tests that can be taken along with the Graduate […]
Anna Atkins, an English botanist, created the first photographic picture book in 1843 using cyanotype photography. She produced detailed scientific images of algae by placing objects on light-sensitive paper and exposing them to sunlight. Atkins made hundreds of cyanotype frames for her self-published book, Photographs of British Algae: Cyanotype Impressions. She is considered by some […]
Subject to jurisdiction means a legal entity has the right to exercise control and enforce laws. The Fourteenth Amendment grants citizenship to those born or naturalized in the US and subject to its jurisdiction. The US Supreme Court has ruled that it does not apply to children of diplomats, but does apply to those born […]
“Subject to a mortgage” means transferring property to someone who pays interest and principal, but the original borrower remains responsible for the mortgage. It’s risky for both parties, and “subject to mortgage” can also refer to a mortgage lien affecting property sales. The term subject to a mortgage is often used to indicate a situation […]
The subject noun is the noun that performs the action described by the verb and can be identified by answering “who did it?” or “what did he do?” Nouns can function as subjects, objects, adjectives, adverbs, or appositives. An object noun is the person or thing affected by the action of the verb and can […]
The Chinese Room Argument challenges the idea that computers can truly understand natural language. It uses a thought experiment where a person in a room follows instructions to respond to Chinese questions, despite not understanding the language. John Searle argues that machines only interpret symbols and patterns, and cannot truly understand language. Opponents argue that […]
A compound subject is when more than one person or thing performs an action in a sentence. The verb conjugation can change, and conjunctions can alter the meaning. A sentence can have two subjects without being a compound subject if there are two distinct verbs. The term “compound subject” is used to refer to a […]
Verbs have four main parts: present tense, present participle, past tense, and past participle. Regular verbs follow simple rules, while irregular verbs require special attention. Understanding verb parts is essential for accurate communication and credibility in writing. Consistent study can reduce errors over time. The main parts of a verb are its present tense, present […]
A subject matter expert (SME) is an individual with specialized skills and experience in a specific field, often working in education, software development, or customer service. SMEs are employed to provide area-specific knowledge to teams with broad technical skills, and effective collaboration is crucial. Technical training and hands-on experience are typically required to become a […]
Metatron is a character in Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials series, serving as the penultimate antagonist in the war between man and the Kingdom of Heaven. He was a mortal man named Enoch who became an angel after death, rising to become the Regent for the Authority. Metatron seeks to take direct control over mortal […]
