Academic Reading

Jonathan T. Pennington's New Testament Greek Vocabulary has helped thousands of Greek students build a strong working vocabulary. Now Readings in the Greek New Testament helps you develop fluency in biblical Greek as a spoken language. The vocabulary and grammar will become second nature as you listen to Greek in its working context, articulated with clarity and inflection.

“Learning is not compulsory… neither is survival.” — W. Edwards Deming The better we get at getting better, the faster we will get better. Futurist Alvin Toffler once said, “The illiterate of the future are not those who can't read or write but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn.” The global economy has shifted from a material-based to a knowledge-based model. Whereas material assets such as gold mines, wheat farms, and oil wells were historically the primary sources of riches, knowledge is now the primary source of prosperity. The path to success is the continuous ...

Grasping God's Word has proven itself in classrooms across the country as an invaluable help to students who want to learn how to read, interpret, and apply the Bible for themselves. This book will equip you with a five-step Interpretive Journey that will help you make sense of any passage in the Bible. It will also guide you through all the different genres found in the Bible to help you learn the specifics of how to best approach each one.

Conquer Academic Research with Confidence! Struggling to navigate the world of academic journals? You're not alone. Academic Journals: Use Academic Journals With Confidence is your one-stop guide to mastering scholarly research and taking your university studies to the next level. Meet Panyim, your experienced student mentor, and Nyakor, a curious freshman just starting her academic journey. Together, they'll unlock the secrets of academic journals, helping you: Grasp the essentials: Understand what academic journals are, who writes for them, and why they're crucial for credible research. ...

Advance your education and learn to study the smart way with this structured blueprint for passing your ACT exam! Are you a high school student who wants to achieve a perfect score on your ACT exam? Are you worried about finding time to study while juggling your many school and familial responsibilities? Do you need a handy exam prep resource that covers the full depth and breadth of the ACT exam syllabus? If you’re a parent or educator who wants to equip young learners with a practical and comprehensive resource for securing a high ACT score, or if you’re a high-achieving student who ...

Embark on a transformative journey with Academic Theses: Writing Academic Papers Confidently, a book that transcends the traditional guide to become a beacon of inspiration for students navigating the complexities of academic writing. In the quiet sanctuary of the university library, Panyim’s struggle with articulating his ideas is a familiar plight to many. But when Nyakor, a peer with a talent for the written word, offers her assistance, a story of mentorship unfolds. Together, they explore the foundational pillars of academic writing: structure, argument, evidence, and the crucial art ...

Hear the entire audiobook read to you by renowned author Dr. Louis Markos in the comfort of your own home, car, or while you are on the go. Join Dr. Markos on an unparalleled adventure for the modern Christian! In the spirit of C. S. Lewis, whose own acceptance of Christ hinged on his understanding that Christ is the myth becoming fact, The Myth Made Fact: Reading Greek and Roman Mythology Through Christian Eyes mines wisdom of eternal value from the great storehouses of Greek and Roman mythology and traces the links that bind those myths to the Bible and the Christian life.

Unlock your full academic potential with "Mastering Study Habits," the ultimate guide to transforming how you learn and retain information. This comprehensive eBook is designed for students who are eager to enhance their study techniques and boost their academic performance. Explore the essential foundation of effective study habits, starting with an understanding of why they're crucial and dispelling common myths. Delve into the science of learning and retention to revolutionize how you process information. Embark on a journey through time management strategies, uncovering your unique time...

FREE BONUS READ ALONG VIDEO ACCESS AT THE END OF THE BOOK Dive into the heartwarming and inspiring world of Carl, a young and enthusiastic salesman who dreams big and aims high. "Carl's Competition: The Youngest Salesman Survived" is a beautifully illustrated children's book that brings to life the virtues of positivity, perseverance, hard work, and the joy of pursuing what you love. What Readers Will Learn: The Power of Positivity: Understand how maintaining a positive outlook can transform challenges into opportunities and foster a resilient mindset. Perseverance Pays Off: Discover the ...

In 1714, England's Parliament offered a huge reward to anyone whose method of measuring longitude could be proven successful. The scientific establishment--from Galileo to Sir Isaac Newton--had mapped the heavens in its certainty of a celestial answer. In stark contrast, one man, John Harrison, dared to imagine a mechanical solution--a clock that would keep precise time at sea, something no clock had been able to do on land. And the race was on....

For many Christians, the book of Revelation inspires confusion and fear. It's seen as a coded screenplay for the end times, or it's just too strange to understand. The problem, Dean Flemming contends, is that when we read Revelation as focused on the future, we miss what it says about what God is doing in the world now. Revelation is one of the richest texts in Scripture for understanding both God's mission to make everything new and how the church is caught up in that mission.

Many students struggle to grasp essential reading and writing skills. They trip over words and get lost in a sea of text, struggling to find their way. These literacy challenges ripple through all subjects–from dealing with math problems to engaging in history discussions. And let's not even talk about the hit to a child's confidence. Enough is enough. It's time to bring effective literacy education to the forefront. This comprehensive resource is filled with actionable, proven strategies to turn your classroom into a hub of literacy learning.

The powerful legacy of classical education among Black intellectuals and teachers in America is a national treasure with the capacity to bless teachers and students the world over! In The Black Intellectual Tradition, authors Dr. Anika Prather and Dr. Angel Adams Parham introduce us to readers, writers, teachers, artists, and people of action who loved, taught, and put into practice the wisdom and virtue of the great voices who came before.

Struggling with academic writing? Drowning in assignments and failing to impress your professors? Academic Assignments is your life raft, packed with proven strategies to boost your grades and conquer any written task. Unlock your academic writing potential: Master the essentials: Unravel the mysteries of academic papers, from purpose and structure to referencing and plagiarism. Conquer research: Learn powerful techniques for finding credible sources, evaluating information, and building a strong argument. Polish your prose: Craft clear, concise, and impactful writing that grabs attention ...

Tired of referencing headaches? Master any citation style with confidence! Academic Referencing Systems is your ultimate guide to navigating the often-daunting world of academic citations. This comprehensive handbook dives deep into various referencing styles, from the ever-popular APA and MLA to lesser-known but crucial systems like Chicago and Harvard. Clear explanations, real-world examples: Demystify complex referencing rules with straightforward breakdowns and helpful diagrams. Learn by example: Masterfully crafted references for online articles, journals, books, multimedia, and more ...

When acclaimed science writer Stefan Klein asks Nobel Prize-winning chemist Roald Hoffmann what sets scientists apart, Hoffmann says, "First and foremost, curiosity." In this collection of intimate conversations with 19 of the world's best-known scientists (including three Nobel Laureates), Klein lets us listen in as today's leading minds reveal what they still hope to discover - and how their paradigm-changing work entwines with their lives outside the lab.

This is a book about reading the Greco-Roman classics as Christians—the why, the how, and to a lesser extent, the when. This exercise, equal parts intellectual and spiritual, is timely. Just as our bodies are what we eat, so are our minds what we consume. The past few years have seen the appearance of books on the value of literature in nourishing our minds and souls—developing the practice of reading not just the Bible but all that we read for spiritual formation. Most such books have focused largely on medieval and modern literature, involving antiquity only occasionally.

Conquer the ACT Reading Test: Your Key to Academic Success is an in-depth guide designed to help students excel in the ACT Reading section. This comprehensive study guide covers all passage types—fiction, social science, humanities, and natural science—providing targeted strategies for each. It teaches essential skills like identifying main ideas, finding supporting details, and making inferences. The guide also explores more complex concepts, such as analyzing the author’s tone, understanding vocabulary in context, and comparing multiple passages. Structured with practical tips, the ...

Awaken to the joy of reading actively, teaching students how to think critically, and sharing inferences interactively at home and in the classroom to enliven the learning environment with meaningful dialogue and discussions. Learn how to actively read, engage the text, and extract the gold (deeper truths and hidden meaning from within). Grasp greater revelation, transformative insight, and real life applications to enliven the learning experience. Make the reading and learning process more meaningful, relatable and enjoyable. Critical thinking is a leadership skill that universities and ...

This renowned journalist's classic Pulitzer Prize winning investigation of schizophrenia - now reissued with a new postscript - follows a flamboyant and fiercely intelligent young woman as she struggles in the throes of mental illness. "Sylvia Frumkin" was born in 1948 and began showing signs of schizophrenia in her teens. She spent the next seventeen years in and out of mental institutions. In 1978, reporter Susan Sheehan took an interest in her and, for more than two years, became immersed in her life.