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Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress Test Prep: 7th Grade Math Practice Workbook and Full-length Online Assessments: ISASP Study Guide - Paperback

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by Lumos Learning (Author)Improve 2024-25 ISASP Test ScoresPractice workbooks to confidently prepare and excel in the 2025 Iowa Grade 7 Math Assessments!This 7th Grade ISASP Math Workbook is designed by expert teachers to boost your child's test scores by 10-15 points. Featuring hundreds of practice questions fully aligned with Iowa Grade 7 Math learning standards, realistic online practice tests, and personalized learning paths, this workbook is tailored to your child's test prep needs!Unmat...

Oregon's Statewide Assessment System Test Prep: Grade 6 English Language Arts Literacy (ELA) Practice Workbook and Full-length Online Assessments: OSA - Paperback

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by Lumos Learning (Author)Improve 2024-25 OSAS Test ScoresPractice workbooks to confidently prepare and excel in the 2025 Oregon Grade 6 English Language Arts Assessments!This 6th Grade OSAS ELA Workbook is designed by expert teachers to boost your child's test scores by 10-15 points. Featuring hundreds of practice questions fully aligned with Oregon Grade 6 ELA learning standards, realistic online practice tests, and personalized learning paths, this workbook is tailored to your child's test...

The Institute for Advanced Catholic Studies at the University of Southern California: A Personal History - Hardcover

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by James L. Heft (Author), Cardinal Robert W. McElroy (Foreword by)I asked a distinguished international group of Catholic scholars what would most help Catholic universities stay Catholic and break new intellectual ground. Their reply was unanimous: found an independent research institute, locate it in the United States at a major secular research university, and form a lay board of trustees capable of funding, guiding, and defending it. This book explains why the Institute's leadership chos...

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by H. Irving Hancock (Author), Katsukama Higashi (Author)This 1923 guide from H. Irving Hancock and Katsukama Higashi showcases the art of 'Kano Jiu-Jitsu' latterly known as Judo.This unique guide brings to life Judo's transitional period and demonstrates not only physical methods of defence, but also the resuscitation and healing arts of Kuatsu.Across over 500 image plates and a wide variety of diagrams, it lays out the foundation of Kano's system for the reader and gives them a sound unders...

Thinking Outside the Boardroom: Creative Solutions in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-racism - Hardcover

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by Kathleen Johnson (Author)Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism work is not easy! Increase engagement and retention of concepts by reducing frustration, harm, and failure. If you are a leader in an organization and want to create a culture of trust around DEI, I hope you find key takeaways from the work I have done with teams. Number of Pages: 310 Dimensions: 0.75 x 9 x 6 IN Publication Date: January 31, 2025

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by Bruce K. Berger (Author), Margaret Doughty (Foreword by), Nickerson B. Miles (Photographer)You may take for granted that you can read these words. But many people cannot, and that's what this book is about. Tens of millions of Americans today lack the skills to complete a job application, read a recipe, find their way on a street map, calculate a restaurant bill or follow a favorite passage of scripture. Throughout history, people have shared personal experiences through stories. This is a...

Raising Literacy Achievement in High-Poverty Schools: An Evidence-Based Approach - Paperback

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by Eithne Kennedy (Author)This book shares lessons gleaned from a two-year intervention in a high-poverty school, which was highly successful in significantly narrowing the literacy achievement gap and in raising children's motivation and engagement in literacy both inside and outside school. Kennedy argues that there is much that disadvantaged schools can do to close the gap, but this is more likely to occur when a research-based approach to instruction (with a dual emphasis on cognitive ski...

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The Moving of Mountains: The Remarkable Story of the Agastya International Foundation - Paperback

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by Adhirath Sethi (Author)The Agastya International Foundation is an Indian education trust and non-profit organization based in Bangalore, India, whose mission is to spark curiosity, nurture creativity and build confidence among economically disadvantaged children and teachers in India. A team of scientists, educators, and entrepreneurs led by Ramji Raghavan founded Agastya in 1999 and has since become one of the most remarkable social enterprise stories in the world. This book tells that...

Enabling Students' Voices and Identities: Philosophical Inquiry in a Time of Discord - Hardcover

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by Arie Kizel (Author)One of the challenges educational systems are facing today worldwide is enabling children's voices from silenced, marginalized, and excluded groups. This book analyzes the challenge of various identities and their uniqueness within childhood and offers theoretical and pedagogical-educational solutions within Philosophy for and with Children.Author BiographyArie Kizel is professor of philosophy of education at the Faculty of Education, University of Haifa, Israel Number o...

Teach Truth: The Struggle for Antiracist Education - Hardcover

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by Jesse Hagopian (Author)In the face of relentless attacks on antiracist education, a much-needed reckoning with the roots of this latest wave of censorship and an urgent call to action to defend education. In just the last few years, scores of states have introduced or passed legislation that would require teachers to lie to students about structural racism and other forms of oppression. Books have been cut from curricula and pulled from school library shelves. Teachers have been fired and...

The Story of Sassy How my bullies became my friends - Hardcover

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by Josie Hampton (Author)It does not matter if you are an animal or human, we all have feelings. We all have different features and personalities. We are all one of a kind. You never know how anyone may be feeling inside. We should be nice and treat everyone with respect. If you see someone feeling down, say a kind and uplifting word to make him or her feel better. Sometimes a simple smile will suffice. A kind word or gesture can make someone feel better. Bullying can be very hurtful and can ...

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Learn More Than You Teach: Becoming a Leader in a Diverse World - Paperback

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by Susan M. Smith (Author)Travel with veteran teacher Susan Smith as she acquires and develops leadership skills while working in a wide range of situations and cultures. Starting as an introverted child in a White suburban Pittsburgh neighborhood, she grew to love languages and exploring diverse lifestyles through them. For her, becoming a Peace Corps volunteer in the Central African Empire transformed her life and outlook as she thrived far from home. Throughout this book she has woven toge...

Everyday Self-Care for Educators: Tools and Strategies for Well-Being - Paperback

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by Carla Tantillo Philibert (Author), Christopher Soto (Author), Lara Veon (Author)If you're an educator experiencing burnout, compassion fatigue, or vicarious trauma, this book will help you embrace tangible self-care practices to improve your well-being both in and out of the classroom. Using the framework of the "window of capacity"--the zone of the nervous system arousal in which a person is able to function most effectively--the authors illustrate not only "the why" of self-care, but als...

A Reflective CLIL Teacher: A Way to Enrich the CLIL Teaching Professional Practice in the Polish Context - Hardcover

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by Katarzyna Lidia Papaja (Author)This book intends to look into CLIL teaching professional practice through the prism of reflection. It offers a comprehensive coverage of a CLIL teacher's features, their attitudes to the approach, teaching methodology, assessment, materials development, cooperation with other CLIL and non-CLIL teachers, professional development, expectations and beliefs. Furthermore, it focuses on CLIL teachers' positive and negative emotions experienced in relation to CLIL....

The Multilevel Community Engagement Model: School, Community, Workplace Engagement and Service-Learning - Hardcover

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by Muhammad Hassan Raza (Author)In a culturally diverse and complex world, there is a need for a framework to help foster school, community, and workplace engagement for addressing immediate needs and issues that individuals, families, groups, and organizations experience across these different but interrelated domains of life. Introducing the Multilevel Community Engagement Model (MCEM), Muhammad Hassan Raza provides a comprehensive, inclusive, and culturally appropriate framework to systema...

Enhancing Classroom Environment: Through Motivation and Mindfulness - Paperback

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by Jude Hawthorne (Author)"Enhancing Classroom Environment: Through Motivation and Mindfulness" by Jude Hawthorne is a transformative guide for educators seeking to create positive, engaging, and effective learning spaces. This book takes readers on a 40-week journey, integrating the principles of motivation and mindfulness into daily classroom practices. From cultivating a growth mindset and fostering creativity to promoting self-reflection and mindful decision-making, Hawthorne provides pra...

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Pathways to Proficiency, Second Edition: Implementing Evidence-Based Grading, Second Edition (a Five-Phase Process to Implement Evidence-Based Grading - Paperback

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by Anthony R. Reibel (Author), Troy Gobble (Author), Mark Onuscheck (Author)Transform your school's grading practices with this updated second edition on evidence-based grading. The book provides a five-phase process for moving beyond standards-based and competency-based grading models. Administrators and teachers will gain understanding of the core principles of evidence-based assessment, refocus assessments on proficiency, embrace student self-assessment, determine grades based on bodies of...

Levantine Vignettes: An Educator's Account of Border Crossing in the Middle East - Paperback

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by Daniel Osborn (Author)In the United States, the dominant perception of the Middle East is that the region is defined by violence, conflict, and extremism. This narrative erases the humanity and dignity of the region's communities and perpetuates Orientalist myths about backwardness, inferiority, and a clash of civilizations. Levantine Vignettes is the account of one history educator and his lifelong journey to appreciate the vibrancy, vitality, diversity, and dynamism of the Middle East th...

Levantine Vignettes: An Educator's Account of Border Crossing in the Middle East - Hardcover

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The Wisest Manager: Successful Leadership According to the Wisdom of King Solomon - Hardcover

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by Nissim Hofi (Author)Unlock the secrets of leadership success from the wisest man who ever lived.The art of leadership and management is a long-pursued calling with roots going all the way back to the great leaders of Biblical times.As aspiring leaders, we are always searching for new, innovative ways of thinking and behaving. But what if we are missing out on some of the most insightful, timeless lessons by only looking forward - and never back?The Wisest Manager follows the path of the an...

The Empowered Teacher Toolkit: Proven Strategies to Take Control of Your Time, Your Energy, & Your Passion for Teaching - Paperback

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by Grace Stevens (Author)Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and exhausted as a teacher? Are you sacrificing your well-being for your students, leaving you with nothing for yourself or your family? It's time to reclaim your time, reignite your passion, and show up as your most empowered self with The Empowered Teacher's Handbook by Grace Stevens.Imagine a teaching life where: ✅ Your workday ends when you decide it does. ✅ You say goodbye to teacher guilt and set boundaries that pr...

Counseling the Christian African American - Paperback

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by Lasonja Richardson (Author)Counseling the Christian African American is written from the dissertation Pastoral Counseling in the African American Churches of Metro Atlanta: Breaking the Stigma Associated with Asking for Help. It deals with the stigma that exists in the African American Christian community that seeking counseling services displays a lack of faith and is therefore unspiritual. However, as a new generation emerges with more liberal views on counseling and the role of the chur...

Through My Lens - Peace Valley Park - Hardcover

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by Susan A. Delmoore (Author)Peace Valley Park is the gem of Bucks County, Pennsylvania. No matter the season, you can find an abundance of native plants and wide variety of birds, wildlife, turtles and fish. Number of Pages: 202 Dimensions: 0.69 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: February 20, 2025

Challenging Early Learning: Helping Young Children Learn How to Learn - Paperback

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by James Nottingham (Author), Jill Nottingham (Author)What are the goals of Early Years education? A lot of people ask this question and receive answers ranging from keeping children safe; introducing them to the values of society; encouraging a love of language; giving them experience of socialising, harmonising and behaving appropriately. This book shares the best strategies to help children grow into even more curious, resilient, happy, articulate and thoughtful learners.Challenging Early ...

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Phonics Playlets: Short Vowels - Paperback

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by Liza Charlesworth (Author)Your students will have such a blast reading these entertaining playlets, they won't even realize they're building essential phonics and fluency skills! This collection reinforces short vowel sounds and key high-frequency words. Each playlet is fully reproducible and highly decodable, which means that students can boost their skills independently in class or at home. Includes how-tos and easy extension activities. Perfect for partners or small groups!Author Biogra...

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Why Historically Black Colleges and Universities Matter: 25 Years of Historical Research for Justice - Paperback

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by Marybeth Gasman (Author), James a. Banks (Editor)With a personal and narrative style, preeminent educational historian Marybeth Gasman presents her research pertaining to HBCUs conducted over her 25-year career. In addition to conducting historical and large-scale qualitative studies related to HBCUs, Gasman has also served as a board of trustee member at three HBCUs--Paul Quinn College, St. Augustine University, and Morris Brown College. She has received wide recognition from HBCUs for he...

Perspectives on Academic Support: Adult Students with ADHD and Mental Health Challenges - Paperback

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by Laura E. Hubbard (Author)Discover transformative practices of academic support within the field of complex adult learners in this groundbreaking research guide.For years, Dr. Laura Hubbard listened to the stories of adult students with ADHD and co-occurring mental health issues who summoned the courage to enroll in college only to be met with roadblocks and disappointment in their pursuit of a college degree. With limited research on academic support deliberately designed for these specifi...

The Door Holder: The Art of Leadership Navigation: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities. - Hardcover

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by CI? Gee (Author)Ci?'s book, "The Door Holder," is about transforming challenges into opportunities through small acts of kindness, courage, and selflessness. It demonstrates how everyday leadership can shape the leaders of tomorrow by highlighting true-life vignettes and practical responses to leadership challenges. The book emphasizes that leadership is both an art and a science, requiring more than just theoretical wisdom. Ci? draws from her extensive experience, portraying leadership as...

Life of the Mind Interrupted: Essays on Mental Health and Disability in Higher Education - Paperback

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by Katie Rose Guest Pryal (Author)Higher education is facing a mental health crisis. Life of the Mind Interrupted guides us through it. While calls for improved accessibility and inclusion in the workplace have gained momentum in recent years, for millions of people who are neurodivergent or struggle with their mental health, the quest for acceptance often happens in the shadows-if at all.In this collection of deeply personal yet relatable essays, Dr. Katie Rose Pryal, a bipolar-autistic lawy...

The Learner's Apprentice: AI and the Amplification of Human Creativity - Hardcover

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by Ken Kahn (Author)From the publishers of Invent to LearnIn The Learner's Apprentice: AI and the Amplification of Human Creativity, Ken Kahn introduces a fresh perspective of using generative Artificial Intelligence, known as chatbots, to co-create educationally rich experiences and interactive software. Kahn shows how teachers can guide students-from elementary school to college-through the process of creating powerful software applications (apps), illustrated stories, conversations with no...

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Be the Architect of Your Inclusive Classroom: Building Communities for Learning - Paperback

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by Celia Oyler (Author), Erika Hughes Hooper (Author), Britt Hamre (Author) This practical book shows today's educators how to design a sustainable classroom architecture that maximizes student engagement, learning, and belonging . Based on the authors' collaborative work with K-12 public school teachers, this practical book offers an invitation to create dynamic learning opportunities in classrooms designed to challenge and support all learners. Because teaching contexts are always unique an...

Excuse Me While I Skip a Beat: Working to Reinvent My Life and Leadership as a White Guy - Paperback

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by Robert Principe (Author)We the people are in crisis. This is what the nation's headlines clearly tell us. Growing economic inequality is crippling more Americans, and the divide that defines us is decaying our public will. Where we have landed is unacceptable.But there are solutions, and Robert Principe knows that the solutions to America's problems must see White men, including himself, get off the sidelines and be at the center of the work for greater equity that will strengthen health a...