【推荐1】A traditional curriculum (课程) is the most widely accepted form of education. It refers to a teacher-centered style of education which requires students to passively receive information taught by teachers.     1    , based on what they think will be useful for the next generation in their academic and social lives.

Different from a traditional curriculum, a progressive curriculum presents a different approach to education.     2    . Teachers cease to be the authorities that are spreading knowledge, but rather only facilitate students’ research and development. School is no longer preparation for life, but rather a part of life, a process of learning and discovering that will last throughout the life of every student. Basically, it’s a reform of traditional education.     3    , although it is becoming increasingly popular in many schools across the world.

    4    . Usually, classes in schools supporting a progressive curriculum are smaller than in those supporting a traditional one. This is to ensure that students get as much attention from teachers as possible. Besides, a traditional system is mostly theoretical—knowledge is taught through lectures, worksheets, notes, and textbooks, without much practical involvement.     5    . It encourages direct experience, play, and social interaction. Furthermore, a traditional system supports knowledge in many areas, subjects and classes, while a progressive system focuses on the main interests of students and gives very deep and detailed information about those subjects, focusing the education on those subjects that are most interesting to the students at hand.

【推荐3】Nashville Sail Camp offers sailing instructions in week-long periods. It is a learn-to-sail camp for all levels of experience from beginner to the advanced. Along with sailing, your child will learn valuable problem solving and creative thinking techniques.

Week-long Day Camp at Old Hickory Lake:

Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Ages 7-17

$350/week

Cancellation policy (取消政策)

Cancellations should be told three days ahead of time. Otherwise, the fee is not given back to you. Cancellation requests must be in writing to info@leadershipacademyllc.com.

Teaching staff

All groups are coached by US Sailing professional instructors and assisted by camp guiders and junior guiders.

Level A

Our youngest and smallest campers will take the helm for the first time, learning the basics of sailing safety and practicing in pairs on board.

Level B

Beginning sailors aged 9 and up as well as Level A graduates will in crease their skill level at the helm (掌舵) of a sailboat. Campers will learn basic boating safety, control, capsize recovery (如何正船), teamwork and single-handed sailing. Emphasis (重点) will be placed on single-handed sailing.

Level C

Sailors aged 12 and up learn to sail on sporty lasers, which are used in Olympic sailing. Starting off in pairs to increase confidence and get practice with a friend on board, campers are encouraged to sail the boat single-handedly. Campers will spend two hours and a half in the morning and afternoon each on the water throughout the week practicing learnt skills.

Level D

The oldest and most advanced campers will set sail on the Vanguard 15, learning teamwork. Vanguard campers will take part in sailboat races and other activities with the Laser sailboat.

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CGA Class III Lifejacket;

Lunch and water bottle;

Athletic swimwear, hat and water shoes;

SPF 30 sunscreen.

【推荐2】Xi’an, as the longest-running capital in ancient China, has shaped the country’s culture and history. With a history of over 3, 000 years, it has given birth to many dynasties. If planning a short tour, be sure to visit the recommended attractions that truly capture the spirit of this ancient city.

The Terracotta Army is a remarkable archaeological find and a popular tourist destinationin China. Constructed by Emperor Qinshihuang in the 3rd century BC, it features life-size terracotta soldiers, horses, and chariots arranged in battle formation. The museum houses three vaults (墓穴) and an exhibition hall, with Vault One being the largest, displaying over 6, 000 figures. These sculptures offer insights of high value into ancient China’s history, military, and culture.

Xi’an City Wall was built in the 14th century by Zhu Yuanzhang, the first Emperor of the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) as a military defense system. Now it is one of the oldest and best-preserved Chinese city walls. The wall is now a landmark, dividing the city into inner and outer areas. When you take a stroll or cycle on the massive wall, you can enjoy a good view of the city, the moat (护城河) and the watchtowers.

The Giant Wild Goose Pagoda in China was built during the Tang Dynasty as a study place for Buddhist texts. It stored sutras (佛经) and sculptures brought from India by monk Xuan Zang, who translated scriptures here for 19 years. Situated in Da Ci’en Temple, the pagoda’s impressive brick structure reflects traditional Chinese architecture, creating a solemn and magnificent atmosphere.

The Shaanxi History Museum displays 370, 000 relics found in Shaanxi, China, including bronze wares (青铜器), pottery figures, gold and silverwares, and Tang Dynasty murals. 18 pieces are national treasures. Xi’an, the former capital, has many historical sites. The museum is divided into three sections, exhibiting artifacts from primitive eras to the late Qing Dynasty.

【推荐3】The term “seal” is often used to refer to both seals and sea lions, but there are several characteristics that set seals and sea lions apart.

Seals and sea lions are both in the order Carnivora and suborder Pinnipedia, thus they are called “pinnipeds.” Pinnipeds are mammals that are well-adapted for swimming. They usually have a streamlined barrel shape (桶形) and four flippers at the end of each limb (四肢). They also give birth to live young and nurse their young. Pinnipeds are protected by a thick layer of fat under their skin and fur to keep them warm in water. There are three families of pinnipeds: the Phocidae, the earless or true seals; the Otariidae, the eared seals, and the Odobenidae, the walruses.

Characteristics of Phocidae (Earless or True Seals)

Earless seals have no visible ear flaps, although they still have ears, which may be visible as a dark spot or small hole on the side of their head. 

“True” seals:

 Have no external ear flaps.

 Swim with their hind flippers. Their hind flippers always face backward and are furred.

 Have front flippers that are short, furry and thick in appearance.

 Can be found in both marine and freshwater environments.

Characteristics of Otariidae (Eared Seals, Including Fur Seals and Sea Lions)

One of the most noticeable features of eared seals is their ears, but they also move around differently than true seals.

Eared seals:

 Have external ear flaps.

 Are only found in marine environments. 

 Swim with their front flippers. Unlike earless seals, their hind flippers can turn forward, and they are able to walk, and even run, on their flippers. The “seals” you may see performing at marine parks are often sea lions.

 May gather in larger groups than true seals. Sea lions are much more vocal than true seals, and make a variety of loud, barking noises.

Characteristics of Walruses

Wondering about walruses, and how they differ from seals and sea lions? Walruses are pinnipeds, but they are in the family, Odobenidae. One obvious difference between walruses, seals and sea lions is that walruses are the only pinnipeds with tusks—a pair of long pointed teeth. These tusks are present in both males and females.

Other than tusks, walruses have some similarities to both seals and sea lions. Like true seals, walruses don’t have visible ear flaps. But, like eared seals, walruses can walk on their flippers by rotating their hind flippers under their body.

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