Education

A bold challenge to the conventional wisdom about early childhood, with a pragmatic program to encourage parents and teachers to rethink how and where young children learn best....

Angela Duckworth shows parents, educators, students, and businesspeople - both seasoned and new - that the secret to outstanding achievement is not talent but a focused persistence called "grit"....

A timely investigation into the new "safety culture" on campus and the dangers it poses to free speech, mental health, education, and ultimately democracy....

A groundbreaking guide to improve teaching, Uncommon Sense Teaching is based on the latest research in neuroscience, from the best-selling author of A Mind for Numbers....

From acclaimed psychiatrist Dr. Ellen Vora comes a groundbreaking understanding of how anxiety manifests in the body and mind—and what we can do to overcome it....

In What Do You Say?, Johnson and Stixrud show how to engage in respectful and effective dialogue, beginning with defining and demonstrating the basic principles of listening and speaking....

The Art of Learning takes listeners through Waitzkin's unique journey to excellence....

Make It Stick will appeal to all those interested in the challenge of lifelong learning and self-improvement....

The visionary behind the million-strong IF:Gathering challenges Christian women to transform their outlook and their lives by interrupting their spiraling thoughts and realizing their God-given power to think differently....

This book is the most up-to-date, cutting-edge, best-practice version of Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking method that will not only set you free from smoking but will also ensure that you find it easy and even enjoyable to quit....

Negativity is a normal part of life. Nobody can be positive all that time because life isn’t always going to be perfect. That said, sometimes negativity infiltrates our minds and bodies and never leaves....

El doctor Miguel Ruiz nos propone en este audiolibro un sencillo procedimiento para eliminar todas aquellas creencias heredadas que nos limitan y substituirlas por otras que responden a nuestra realidad interior y nos conducen a la libertad....

From the globally-recognized personal finance educator and social media star behind Her First $100K, an inclusive guide to all things money—from managing debt to investing and voting with your dollars.

Zak George presents a next-generation guide that uses his infectiously energetic style to teach dog-lovers everything they need to know about raising and training their unique pup....

From Malcolm Gladwell’s hit podcast Revisionist History comes a compendium about one of his greatest obsessions: education....

As Howard Gardner argues in the groundbreaking classic Frames of Mind, to limit our understanding of intelligence to “book smarts” misses much of what makes human beings amazing. Someone who plays an instrument well is exhibiting intelligence.

An illuminating dive into the latest science on our brain's remarkable learning abilities and the potential of the machines we program to imitate them....

Transform your life with this revolutionary and accessible seven-step guide - grounded in energy medicine, neurobiology, and quantum physics - to awaken your true health and potential through energy healing....

A former Green Beret’s indispensable course in preparedness, Prepared teaches the keys to building a resilient, fearless life....

Behind a smokescreen of “preparing students for the new industrial economy,” early progressives had political control in mind. America’s original schools didn’t just make kids memorize facts or learn skills; they taught them to think freely and arrive at wisdom.

A visionary new master class in cooking that distills decades of professional experience into just four simple elements....

From one of the world's preeminent experts on reading and dyslexia, the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and practical audiobook available on identifying, understanding, and overcoming reading problems - now revised to reflect the latest research and evidence-based approaches....

Do you want to be an expert crewmate and an even better imposter? Do you constantly get killed, called “sus", or even worse, ejected? Follow these 50 tips and tricks to get up to speed to more easily spot the imposter, complete your tasks, or pull off the perfect crime....

Allow your children to experience the adventure, freedom, and wonder of childhood with this practical guide that provides all the information, inspiration, and advice you need for creating a modern, quality homeschool education....

A clinical neuropsychologist and test prep guru combine cutting-edge brain science with insights from their work with families to make a radical new case for giving kids more control....

In this companion to their bestselling first book, David and Meredith Liben move beyond foundational skills to explore how the mind comprehends texts. They translate research in clear terms to help teachers understand what students truly need to read deeply for pleasure and with purpose. Focusing on vocabulary, knowledge building, and language structures, they provide cutting-edge instructional ideas and ready-to-use tools to help teachers put their understanding into action immediately.

In 1974, a federal judge ruled that Boston’s public schools were unconstitutionally segregated. The solution? A controversial experiment in desegregation known as “busing,” which would take children from majority-white schools and bus them to predominantly Black schools, and vice versa. In this dramatic audiobook full of surprising twists and fascinating characters, journalist Leon Neyfakh unpacks the history of busing in Boston and brings to life the human stories behind the headlines by talking to the people who saw what happened with their own eyes.

This book presents work undertaken by students in the course "Education Policy Analysis and Research in Comparative Perspective," taught at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. This project-based graduate course provides students with the opportunity to learn and conduct education policy analysis for a real-world client in a collaborative setting. Working in teams, students partner with education authorities to analyze policies on issues that are significant to them. This pedagogical approach envisions professional preparation as an induction into a professional community of practice. ...

As the aide for a navy admiral more than thirty years ago, Mark C. Fava learned valuable lessons that were formative in his emergence as a thoughtful and successful leader. Now a vice president at the world’s largest aerospace company and a career aviation lawyer, Mark is sharing his wisdom in this insightful and entertaining behind-the-scenes look at the successes and failures of a young naval flight officer working every day for the Admiral and how the Admiral reacted as a great leader.

A new generation of Americans has declared that another world is possible. And yet, the stubborn problems of inequality, climate change, and declining health seem as intractable as ever. Where might different answers lie? Intrepid journalist Natasha Hakimi Zapata has traveled around the world, from Costa Rica to Uganda, and Estonia to Singapore, uncovering how different countries solve the problems that plague the United States.

Struggling to pay for college? Dive into the ultimate guide to paying for college and paying off college debt! Here’s a clear roadmap for your successful future! How do you prepare for a future that's becoming increasingly uncertain? The future might seem clouded, but it doesn't have to be. With this guide, you can learn to take control of your finances and build a robust foundation for your bright future. Getting your education and taking control of your money is more achievable than you might think. If you are a high schooler on the verge of becoming an adult or a young adult trying to ...

Teaching Capitalist Realism offers lesson plans for instructors to teach students the theoretical reflections of the late British Theorist Mark Fisher. It guides instructors with a sequence of topics that progressively directs students toward a solid comprehension of Fisher’s most significant works. This book includes the appropriate resources, discussion topics, essay questions, and teacher responses so that teachers can effectively teach these critical concepts. This book contains lessons that cover Fisher’s ideas on Capitalist Realism, the Slow Cancelation of the Future, Mental ...

Welcome to Basic Botany for Herbalists, a foundational guide designed to help you build a strong understanding of the plant world. Whether you’re just beginning your herbal journey or seeking to deepen your connection with medicinal plants, this book provides essential knowledge that every herbalist should master. Understanding the basics of botany is crucial for identifying, cultivating, and sustainably harvesting medicinal herbs. In this guide, you’ll explore key concepts that form the backbone of herbal practice: Plant Structure: Gain insight into the anatomy of plants—roots, stems...

首都圏難関中学合格者数No.1進学塾のSAPIXが教える「算数力が勝手に伸びる」メソッドとは……？「数的センス」「図形センス」は経験で育まれる！中学受験塾SAPIXが教える「算数」を得意にさせる接し方

A priceless tool for anybody in the medical industry, "Medical Terminology Memorization Handbook: How to Memorize 1000 of the Most Common Medical Terms" is perfect for both new students starting their studies and seasoned experts brushing up on their knowledge. This extensive book uses cutting-edge memorization strategies based in cognitive psychology to break down the difficult work of learning medical language into digestible chunks.

Imagine a classroom where AI personalizes learning, reduces your workload, and enhances engagement—all while respecting ethical standards. This essential guide, AI for Educators Made Easy, simplifies complex AI concepts with actionable steps and real-world examples tailored for educators. It ensures AI remains a supportive tool, preserving the human element of teaching.

Convertirse en jefe de equipo o toolpusher es un paso fundamental en la carrera de perforación en la industria del petróleo y el gas, brindando mayor responsabilidad, liderazgo y mejores oportunidades salariales. Domina la profesión de jefe de equipo (toolpusher): Tu guía para supervisar operaciones de perforación y personal en plataformas petroleras ofrece un enfoque completo para destacar en este rol clave. Esta guía cubre la gestión de operaciones en plataformas de perforación, liderazgo de equipo, control de pozos, cumplimiento normativo y estrategias de crecimiento profesional....

La industria del petróleo y el gas depende de operadores de unidades de servicio altamente cualificados para mantener la integridad de los pozos, restaurar la producción y prevenir fallos operativos. Domina la profesión de operador de unidades de servicio es una guía esencial tanto para quienes buscan ingresar en el sector como para operadores experimentados que desean avanzar en el mantenimiento e intervención de pozos. Este libro detalla las principales técnicas de intervención, incluyendo operaciones de reacondicionamiento, control de presión, tubería flexible, sistemas de ...

The oil and gas industry depends on skilled service unit operators to maintain well integrity, restore production, and prevent failures. Conquer the Service Unit Operator Profession is an essential guide for those entering or advancing in well servicing. This book covers core well intervention techniques, from workover operations and pressure control to coiled tubing, artificial lift systems, and blowout prevention. Readers will learn how to diagnose well performance issues, execute well maintenance procedures, and operate service rigs safely and efficiently. The book provides step-by-step ...

Becoming a toolpusher is a significant step in an oil and gas career, offering leadership responsibilities and higher earning potential. Conquer the Toolpusher Profession: Your Guide to a Career Supervising Oil and Gas Drilling Operations and Crew provides a comprehensive roadmap to excelling in this role. This guide covers rig operations management, crew leadership, well control, safety regulations, and career advancement strategies. Learn how to oversee drilling crews, enforce safety protocols, and handle critical drilling challenges. Gain insights into blowout prevention, well pressure ...

At a time when we're constantly flooded with contradictory information and opinions, critical thinking skills are more important than ever. This accessible workbook is full of valuable insights, thought-provoking questions, and useful exercises to help teens and preteens expand their perspectives, skillfully navigate thorny issues, recognize bias, identify misinformation, and become more comfortable with dissent and differences of opinion. Becoming a Critical Thinker offers essential tools for students to mature into thoughtful, curious, and empathetic learners.

Our universities are broken. Established as sanctuaries of truth and higher learning, they are now decaying institutions that are failing a generation of young people. Consumed by funding and admissions crises, dominated by dogma and governed by self-interest, their founding principles have been corrupted. This explosive book shows us why, and what we must do to fix them.

The oil and gas industry relies on skilled rotary drill operators to extract resources efficiently and safely. Conquer the Rotary Drill Operator Profession: Your Guide to Mastering Drilling Operations in Oil and Gas is the ultimate career guide for those entering or advancing in the field. This book provides a step-by-step breakdown of rotary drilling operations, from equipment and rig components to well control and advanced drilling technologies. Learn how to operate drilling machinery, manage drilling fluids, handle drill pipe, and maintain wellbore stability. The book covers critical ...

La industria del petróleo y el gas depende de operadores de perforación rotatoria altamente cualificados para extraer recursos de manera eficiente y segura. Domina la profesión de operador de perforación rotatoria: Tu guía para dominar las operaciones de perforación en la industria del petróleo y el gas es la guía definitiva tanto para quienes buscan ingresar a este campo como para profesionales que desean avanzar en su carrera. Este libro proporciona un desglose detallado de las operaciones de perforación rotatoria, abordando equipos y componentes de la plataforma, control de ...

Becoming a derrick operator is a critical step in advancing within the oil and gas industry, requiring technical expertise, physical endurance, and leadership skills. In Conquer the Derrick Operator Profession: Your Guide to Managing Drilling Rigs in the Oil and Gas Industry, you’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the role, responsibilities, and career growth opportunities available in this demanding but rewarding field. This guide covers every aspect of the job, including handling drill pipes, maintaining mud systems, monitoring well pressure, and ensuring safety compliance on the ...

La industria del petróleo y el gas ofrece algunos de los trabajos más exigentes físicamente pero también altamente lucrativos, y convertirse en peón es el primer paso para ingresar a este dinámico sector. Domina la profesión de peón en plataformas petrolíferas es una guía completa que te brinda todo el conocimiento necesario para iniciar una carrera en operaciones de perforación en tierra y en alta mar, desde cómo conseguir tu primer empleo hasta cómo ascender dentro de la industria. Este libro cubre temas fundamentales como preparación para entrevistas, redacción de ...

Heading off to college is a monumental step. Is the high school graduate in your life truly prepared for what's ahead? Introducing College Bound, the essential guide to navigating the complexities of college life. No fluff, just real, actionable strategies to tackle the challenges they'll face. This book is a practical toolkit, turning overwhelmed freshmen into confident students.

Outsmart Every Argument: Learn to Spot Flaws in Thinking with Ease. Made to bring each fallacy to life, this audiobook makes even the trickiest concepts easy to understand and impossible to forget. Ever feel trapped in an argument, knowing something’s off but not having the words to explain why? Tired of losing debates or falling for smooth-talking nonsense? This audiobook is your ultimate solution.

This textbook is for ophthalmologists (Eye MDs) and optometrists who study for written and oral board examinations and provides succinct, current concepts of eye disease diagnosis and treatment (e.g., clinical pearls, etiologies, differential diagnosis, diagnostic work-up, and treatment summaries).

Random Acts of Automation dives deep into the hidden consequences of our rapid automation, examining the forces that will reshape the current workforce. This book focuses on real people—fast-food workers, warehouse staff, customer service agents, even lawyers and tech professionals—all facing the impact of automation. In its chapters, you will find practical solutions to your workplace concerns about AI. This isn't just about understanding your current job; it's about seeing where automation will take you and how you can thrive.