Generations of Americans have regarded schools as essential for developing the knowledge and civic values necessary for sustaining democracy. Yet, as Matthew D. Nelsen argues in The Color of Civics, traditional approaches to civic education are not living up to their promise for many students, particularly students of color from disadvantaged communities.
Drawing on lessons from students and teachers in Chicago, The Color of Civics reimagines the democratic purpose of civic education. Nelsen's findings challenge some of the most widely cited civic education research, arguing that the content of traditional civic education courses privileges the political experiences of white political actors, and in turn, contributes to divergent political behaviors and participatory outcomes across racial and ethnic groups. He presents a new approach to civic education that aims to foster political empowerment by centering historically-grounded conversations about current events as well as critical categories of knowledge-those that highlight the agency of marginalized groups. This approach increases rates of political participation among young people of color and heightens political empathy among white youth. Nelsen also explores how the attitudes and lived experiences of teachers drive the implementation of more empowering civic learning environments.
The developing brains of our children need to 'feel' safe.
Children who carry chronic behavioral challenges are often met with reactive and punitive practices that can potentially reactivate the developing stress response systems.
This book deeply addresses the need for coregulatory and relational touch point practices, shifting student-focused behavior management protocols to adult regulated brain and body states which are brain aligned, preventive, and relational discipline protocols. This new lens for discipline benefits all students by reaching for sustainable behavioral changes through brain state awareness rather than compliance and obedience.
In The Great School Rethink, education policy sentinel Frederick M. Hess offers a pithy and perceptive appraisal of American schooling and finds, in the uncertain period following pandemic disruption, an ideal moment to reimagine US education. Now is the time, he asserts, to ask hard questions about how schools use time and talent, how they work with parents, what they do with digital tools, and how they meet the needs of their communities.
As Hess explains, to rethink is to acknowledge the realities of the education system while opening one's mind to possibility. With characteristic verve and wit, Hess guides listeners through his rethink process, a versatile and easily implemented approach to identifying issues and brainstorming possible responses. He encourages listeners to explore what improvements might alleviate current pressures and frustrations, such as teacher shortages and burnout, declining student performance, and compromised learning time. Whether their goal is to achieve better student engagement, increase parent involvement, or implement personalized learning, listeners will develop the mindset to ask the right questions, to fully understand the problem that's being solved, and to evaluate the probable effectiveness of proposed solutions.
A highly accessible and easily adaptable conceptual framework that helps educational leaders plan, leverage, and sustain change as they create more equitable schools.
In Navigating Social Justice, Martin Scanlan introduces a comprehensive social justice schema that melds organizational learning with leading for equity. Scanlan distills wisdom gleaned from the experiences of a variety of educational professionals as well as from his own more than three decades of work in equity-focused partnership with elementary schools.
Scanlan's schema brings together five dimensions-inclusivity, communities of practice, critical formation, social ecosystems, and practical wisdom-that work together holistically to eradicate inequitable practices and policies and promote robust teaching and inclusive learning. For each dimension, the book features real-life vignettes that focus the conversation, exercises that encourage reflection, and suggested opportunities for the application of its central ideas. Each chapter also gives access to online tools, extending its utility. The practical guidance offered in this book not only will enable educational institutions to best meet the needs of families and community members but will also help leaders cultivate the moral and intellectual judgment needed to address social justice issues in schools.
Transform How You Teach Asian American Narratives in your Schools!
In Teaching the Invisible Race, anti-bias and anti-racist educator and researcher Tony DelaRosa (he, siya) delivers an insightful and hands-on treatment of how to embody a pro-Asian American lens in your classroom while combating anti-Asian hate in your school. The author offers stories, case studies, research, and frameworks that will help you build the knowledge, mindset, and skills you need to teach Asian-American history and stories in your curriculum.
You'll learn to embrace Asian American joy and a pro-Asian American lens-as opposed to a deficit lens-that is inclusive of Brown and Southeast Asian American perspectives and disability narratives. You'll also find:
- Self-interrogation exercises regarding major Asian American concepts and social movements
- Ways to center Asian Americans in your classroom and your school
- Information about how white supremacy and anti-Blackness manifest in relation to Asian America, both internally and externally
A must-listen for parents, families, and community members with an interest in advancing social justice in the Asian American context.
Pivoting from studies that emphasize the dominance of progressivism on American college campuses during the late sixties and early seventies, Lauren Lassabe Shepherd positions conservative critiques of, and agendas in, American colleges and universities as an essential dimension of a broader conversation of conservative backlash against liberal education.
This book explores the story of how stakeholders in American higher education organized and reacted to challenges to their power from the New Left and Black Power student resistance movements of the late 1960s. By examining the range of conservative student organizations and coalition building, Shepherd shows how wealthy donors and conservative intellectuals trained future GOP leaders such as Karl Rove, Bill Barr, Jeff Sessions, Pat Buchanan, and others in conservative politics, providing them with tactics to consciously drive American politics and culture further to the authoritarian right and to 'reclaim' American higher education.
Robyn's story is one of resilience, overcoming adversity, empowering others and driving positive change. She tells of a childhood dogged by domestic violence; a promising athletics career; 35 years as a professional soldier who helped vulnerable women and children in war zones. Her determination and self-belief saw her complete the grueling Commando selection course and become the first woman in Australia to wear the coveted Green Beret. She faced her mortality - both on the battlefield and also unexpectedly in civilian life. A compelling, brave and inspirational memoir with a message!
Life is an adventurous and winding road, and LICENSE TO LEARN delivers a flexible and intriguing map so that you can navigate your own unique journey. With this map, you are invited to see life's experiences-- some chosen, some not-- differently, and to make meaning from them in new ways. The key is that the so-called 'comfort zone' is truly not the place to be when you want to learn, grow, or develop-- except as a place to rest and reflect before heading 'out' again.
LICENSE TO LEARN aims to improve your ability to learn from your own life experience, and the genre-breaking book format will lure you in with true tales of all kinds to use as examples. With this map as your guide, you can change your relationship to discomfort. And you can become your own best teacher.
The book covers a wide array of topics, starting with the basics of real estate investment, including an overview of different types of properties such as residential, commercial, and mixed-use. It provides a detailed explanation of key concepts like market analysis, property valuation, and understanding the potential risks and rewards associated with real estate investment.
Readers will learn about various investment strategies, such as rental properties, fix-and-flip, real estate investment trusts (REITs), and more. The guide delves into the process of financing real estate deals, discussing options like traditional mortgages, hard money loans, private money lenders, and creative financing techniques.
Moreover, 'Invest in Real Estate' emphasizes the importance of due diligence, guiding beginners through the steps of conducting property inspections, performing thorough research, and evaluating the local market conditions to make informed investment decisions.
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Behavioral Interview Questions and Answers' is a guide to mastering the art of the behavioral interview. This Behavioral Interview book is packed with a wide range of behavioral interview questions and example answers to help job seekers prepare for the most challenging job interviews.
From describing how you handle stress to demonstrating your ability to think creatively, this book covers all the crucial skills and qualities that employers are looking for in their candidates. Each question is accompanied by a detailed example answer, outlining how to structure your response and what to include.
In addition to the interview questions, This Behavioural interview book also offers practical advice on how to prepare for a behavioral interview, including how to research the company, dress appropriately, and make a positive impression.
Whether you are a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, 'Behavioral Interview Questions and Answers' is an essential resource for anyone who wants to ace their next job interview and land their dream job. With this book, you'll be well-equipped to showcase your skills and experiences in the best possible light and secure the job offer you've been working towards.
The first transportation wheel, the first writing, the first law codes, and the first empires—the innovative ancient Iraqis transformed our world!
The “Cradle of Civilization” brought us the sixty-second minute, the sixty-minute hour, and the twelve-hour day and night. Their brilliant sages predicted solar and lunar eclipses and developed quadratic equations.
Ancient Iraq was undeniably a powerhouse of creativity and stunning achievements. Come explore how the Akkadian, Babylonian, Assyrian, Persian, and Greek empires surged to the top, only to crash and burn. This engaging audiobook will guide you through an incredible journey from the earliest civilizations to the fall of the Sassanian Empire in 651 CE.
This audiobook will unpack the following questions and more!
- What was the world’s oldest city?
- How similar was Hammurabi’s Law Code to the Law of Moses?
- How many times was the god Marduk stolen from Babylon?
- What massive coalition crushed Assyria once and for all?
- How do today’s historians and astronomers use the ancient Chaldean eclipse records?
- What three Iranian dynasties ruled Iraq, beginning with Cyrus the Great?
- What were Alexander the Great’s plans for Babylon?
- How did the Antonine Plague interrupt Rome’s invasion of Iraq?
- What Sassanid emperor called on China for help against the Muslim Arabs?
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Two manuscripts in one audiobook:
- Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: A Captivating Guide to the Great Pyramid of Giza, Hanging Gardens of Babylon, Temple of Artemis, Statue of Zeus, Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, and More
- Seven Wonders of the New World: A Captivating Guide to the Great Wall of China, Colosseum, Petra, Christ the Redeemer, Machu Picchu, Taj Mahal, and Chichén Itzá
In the first part of this audiobook, you will discover:
- How many of the wonders are still around today?
- Were all of these wonders actually real, or are they more mythical in nature?
- Why were these wonders built in the first place?
- What happened to them? Did they fall apart over time, or did something catastrophic happen?
- How big do historians think these wonders were?
In the second part of this audiobook, you will learn about:
- The dark side of the construction of the Great Wall of China
- The different types of performances once held in the Colosseum
- The rediscovery of Machu Picchu and its mistaken identity
- The mysteries behind Chichén Itzá’s temples
- How the Nabateans hand-carved their city out of the cliffs
- How the Taj Mahal changes colors during the day
- How Christ the Redeemer was installed on the mountain
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