Transformation of public education requires the reawakening of the sleeping giant in the room: the learners. Students, teachers, and principals must develop a learner-centric, standards-driven school.
Includes instructions and photographs for vertical-gardening projects, including a foliage wall, a mosquito repellent wall, an aromatic herb wall, a perfumed wall, a wall of mosses, and a black-and-wh
This guide is for K-16 teachers, administrators, curriculum directors, and students in curriculum who have designed instructional units using the method described by the authors in their previous book
The American racial order--the beliefs, institutions, and practices that organize relationships among the nation's races and ethnicities--is undergoing its greatest transformation since the 1960s. Cre
The most obvious form of entrepreneurship is that of starting a new business; however, in recent years, the term has been extended to include other forms of entrepreneurial activity. Corporate entrepr
Many colleges and universities have not engaged in the critical self-examination of their campuses necessary for effectively serving racially diverse student populations. This timely edited collection
In recent years, the concept of teachers as researchers in both special and mainstream school settings has become part of our everyday language. Whilst many educational practitioners will see the need
An enchanting space that’s truly unique calls for a sense of humor, whimsy, and an open mind. ?From a charmed New Orleans childhood to a successful acting career on Broadway and the award-winning TV s
"Creating the Chupah assesses the role of Canadian Zionist organizations in the drive for communal unity within Canadian Jewry in the first two decades of the twentieth century. Two strands of Zionism
"Based on original ethnographic research with scientists, clinicians and families, this book examines Rett syndrome to illuminate more general issues concerning the construction and interpretation of
Lettering is an essential starting point for anyone looking to communicate in a creative way. It is one of the most inspiring and versatile areas of graphic design and a field of constant innovation a
Dramatherapy uses the healing aspects of drama and theatre as part of the therapeutic process and is increasingly required to supply evidence of its effectiveness. This book aims to provide an evidenc
Intended for K-8 principals and administrators, this volume focuses on the physiology of learning and how that knowledge can be used in refining the curriculum, formulating instructional methods, and
This volume provides a roadmap for libraries seeking to establish their own Academic Commons, complete with suggestions regarding physical structure and software/hardware options and information regar
Cheung-Judge, who speaks, writes, and delivers organization development training programs in the UK, and Holbeche, an author, speaker, consultant, and researcher, supply students and organization deve
A fresh, effective, and enduring way to lead—starting with your next interaction Most leaders feel the inevitable interruptions in their jam-packed days are troublesome. But in TouchPoints, Conant an
For K-16 teachers, graduate and undergraduate students, administrators, curriculum directors, and others, Wiggins, a former teacher and an educational consultant who specializes in reform, and McTighe
This new book captures leading-edge thinking in caring in nursing education and practice, weaving together foundational premises of Caring Science with the latest advances in scholarly thinking. It b
llustrated Guide to Sewing: Couture Techniques guides readers through the characteristics that separate basic sewing from couture such as a custom fit, meticulous handwork, and quality construction
Corporate success in the years ahead will take more than fine-tuning existing operations. It will take more than piecemeal application of reactive, stopgap measures. The future of business will belon
The path to freedom is filled with questions and uncertainty. Is it possible to truly know who we are? Do our lives have a purpose, or are we just accidental? What are we meant to contribute? What are
The underlying reason for most school superintendent turnover is a breakdown in the board-superintendent relationship. This book presents a comprehensive set of practical strategies and structures th
Popular speaker, multimillionaire, and author of the all-time bestselling real-estate book Nothing Down, Robert G. Allen knows how to bring you financial success. With his seminars sweeping the nation
Cross-disciplinary collaboration increasingly characterizes today's science andengineering research. The problems and opportunities facing society do not come neatly sorted bydiscipline. Difficulties
This book explores a new framework for fostering collaborations among existing disciplines and expertise communities. The framework unites two ideas that have emerged from recent work in STS: trading
The tenets of Nonviolent Communication are applied to a variety of settings, including the workplace, the classroom, and the home, in these booklets on how to resolve conflict peacefully. Illustrative
Kagan (early childhood and family policy, Columbia U.) and Tarrant, a doctoral candidate in curriculum and teaching at Columbia U., compile 15 chapters that detail an approach to helping young childre
Unleash your leadership potential one skill at a timeWith the increasing complexities of the business world, strong leadership is more critical to success than ever. But finding the time to dev
From the Emmy Award-winning creator of Rocko's Modern Life and Camp Lazlo comes Creating Animated Cartoons with Character, a comprehensive, fully illustrated guide to creating and producing a successf
Even today with quality improvement the battle cry of American industry, the quality programs in most companies are limited to "conformance to technical standards," according to quality expert Bradl
After Effects CS5.5 Update: /tv.adobe.com/show/after-effects-cs55-new-creative-techniques/Chris and Trish Meyer have created a series of videos demonstrating how to use their favorite new and enhanced
The First Guide to Scrum-Based Agile Product Management In Agile Product Management with Scrum, leading Scrum consultant Roman Pichler uses real-world examples to demonstrate how product owner
The greatest super hero story of all time is finally here! Acclaimed writer Mark Millar (Wanted) and award-winning artist John Romita Jr. (Amazing Spider-Man) unite for one of 21st century’s most outr
A new book to help senior executives and boards get smart about risk management The ability of businesses to survive and thrive often requires unconventional thinking and calculated risk taking. The
