Virtual Education

This book analyzes education in South Korea. It presents a brief history of Korea and East Asian education. It also explores the dynamic relationship between the public and private spheres of education in South Korea. A case study of Korean English Preparatory Academy (KEPA) is used to examine the financial, social, and psychological costs of education in South Korea, as well as analyze one particular private academy that is profiting off of "education fever," which is a phrase that labels Korean's obsession with education and social status. Education is big business in South Korea, but ...

When it comes to musical skill, why is it that some people achieve so much more than others? We are frequently led to believe this is because of a talent hardwired into their DNA. Now, music educator Michael Griffin dismisses that age-old notion in favour of another known factor: practice. His new book, Learning Strategies for Musical Success illustrates how the quantity and quality of practice is the greatest predictor of musical success so that aspiring musicians of all ages and abilities can best bring about expert performance. This inspiring, accessible guide will equip students, ...

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, and everyone in between, gather 'round for a literary adventure that'll have your tongue tied in knots and your funny bone tickled pink! Introducing "Twisted Tales: A Tongue-Twisting Anthology of Stories that Sizzle and Surprise!" Penned by the dynamic duo of Harold and Carmen Laski, this book is a riotous romp through a world where words wage war on your wits and characters come alive with a twist of the tongue. With over 30 stories spanning genres from mystery to comedy, and more than 1,000 tongue twisters sprinkled throughout, this book is a ...

The family saga of Johann Gehring, who at sixteen years old, travels to America. He begins his new life in the prairies of Nebraska. There he learns to dig a well and exist amid nature’s foes: tornados, prairie fires, and freezing winters. Johann changes his name to John and finds love with Helena. Together they build a home and raise five independent children including the head-strong, Berta. Helena teaches her children to be as strong as the prairie cottonwood. She warns that someday they will need to bend in the wind and support each other. Berta vow to be as formidable as the ...

Millions suffer from chronic low back pain. What most people don’t know is that the sacroiliac joint is the actual source of pain in up to 22% of these cases, and that surgery can provide a cure. Most doctors and surgeons are not trained to check the sacroiliac joint as a source of pain during a routine examination for back pain. Additional facts are: • Diagnosing and surgically treating chronic sacroiliac joint pain are not currently taught in medical schools, surgical residency programs or spine surgery fellowships. • Despite this thousands of sacroiliac joint fusions are being ...

Learn to master high-yield concepts in ophthalmic medicine and neurology with Dr. Martinelli’s Vision & Neurology Casebook: Real-World Insights for Primary Eye Care & Family Medicine. This indispensable guide helps bridge the gaps between primary eye care, general medicine, and neurology, offering a treasure trove of real-world case studies that enhance clinical thinking and patient care. Understanding the intricate connections between ophthalmic and general medicine is crucial. Dr. Martinelli, a dual-trained optometrist and medical doctor, brings decades of experience to this ...

Inspire: Exciting Ways of Teaching Creative Writing is an innovative anthology written by a wide spectrum of creative teachers who have a wealth of diverse experience. The focus here is on communicating how to teach creative writing in imaginative, practical and socially just ways. There is a particular emphasis upon helping people of all ages and backgrounds write stories, poems, plays and creative non-fiction, including memoir and autobiography. Here you'll learn many ways of teaching creative writing, including: • How to decolonise creative-writing workshops • How to use social media...

In 1971, Cynthia Solomon and Seymour Papert published Twenty Things to Do with a Computer, a revolutionary document that would set the course of education for the next fifty years and beyond. This book, Twenty Things to Do with a Computer Forward 50, is a celebration of the vision set forth by Papert and Solomon a half-century ago. Four dozen experts from around the world invite us to consider the original provocations, reflect on their implementation, and chart a course for the future through personal recollections, learning stories, and imaginative scenarios. Twenty Things to Do with a ...

Virginia is one of the most important states in all of America, and has been so from the distant past up to the present day. Its history is rich with movements, conflicts, failures, discoveries, and victories. In "A Brief History of Virginia," John M. Wiley takes readers through a concise yet insightful excursion of Virginia's past. To help educators, discussion questions are included at the closing of each chapter, though the individual reader can find this added resource beneficial as well. Whether one is well versed in Virginia history or brand new, this book has plenty of historical ...

‘Every day something unexpected happened. Every day was exciting. Every day was a misadventure.’ A misadventure has no apparent purpose. Only a misadventurer can understand why they choose a certain misadventure. To be misadventurous is to be selfish. Being misadventurous requires a sacrifice of reputation. The size of the sacrifice depends on the extent of the misadventure. For a misadventurer, reputation is of no concern. A misadventurer's only concern is doing something memorable. Something worth talking about. Percy has been mistreated and misinformed for most of his childhood. His ...

The P.E.O. Founders’ Scrapbook, filled with ephemera such as letters, photos, newspaper and journal articles and even a music score, allows the reader to peek into the lives of the seven founders of P.E.O.: Mary Allen, Alice Bird, Hattie Briggs, Alice Coffin, Suela Pearson, Franc Roads and Ella Stewart as well as their descendants and relations. Encounter what their life was like before, during and after the formation of The P.E.O. Sisterhood. Discover the impact their lives had upon their families, the communities where they lived and the world around them. Explore, in a way never before...

Did you ever wonder: What kind of world Beethoven was born into? What did he think about the French Revolution? Did he ever find love? and What caused him to go deaf at such a tragically early age?Find the answers to these and many more questions about the most revolutionary musician of his time in Classical Giants: Beethoven. Written by a children’s author and mother of four in response to the lack of accessible but informative music history books on the market, Classical Giants brings to life with fascinating anecdotes and witty illustrations the most famous composers in history, ...

“The Church doesn’t like people to grow up, because you can’t control grown-ups.” – Bishop John Shelby Spong“One of the main functions of the Church is to protect people against a direct experience of God." - Carl Jung “Do not be children in your thinking” – 1st Corinthians 14:20Scripture says, “When I was a child, I thought and reasoned like a child. When I became a man, I put away childish thinking,” and yet so many adult Christians today – even after years of Bible Study and Sunday worship – still have a very elementary understanding of their faith, keeping many...

In this engaging 20th Century, Fictional Historical Drama you will follow the fortunes of the wealthy and titled Benbrook family, owners of the grand Cotswold estate known as Allworth Park. You will witness the state of bruising and distress caused by the suicidal death of their children’s tutor, Cynthia Heywood. Miss Heywood, a young, educated girl, is besotted by the lustful advances of Lady Caroline’s handsome young Godson and professional womanizer, Captain Teddy Danvers. Her relationship with long time lesbian lover Herminie Wilson is under threat as the scandalous activities of ...

“Me? Teach art? I don’t even know how to draw!!” Many of us started there. We felt a total lack of confidence about teaching art. We wanted to give our children all the benefits of art in their education, but didn’t know how. Some of us did a few colorful hands on projects with our children, but we could see they weren’t really learning the basics of art. We had never learned the basics of art ourselves. But then, after a few years of teaching art with the classical model of education, we realized that teaching art can be as simple as teaching any other subject and we can learn it...

A compilation of ten articles, Montessori Topics of Interest explores a variety of themes pertinent to anyone interested in learning more about the Montessori Method of education for children two-and-a-half through six years of age. Topics covered include Montessori’s holistic integration of mathematics, how geography gives a face to humanity, the outdoor environment as an extension of the indoor classroom, and the presentation of fact-based literature rather than fantasy for young children. Written in a conversational tone, Montessori Topics of Interest is an enjoyable reading experience...

“A fascinating, provocative case that the metaverse will not merely transform our virtual experience—it may actually enrich the quality of our lives” (Adam Grant)—from the visionary co-founder of one of today’s most innovative technology companies.

Host of the YouTube Channel, Anthony "Gamer" Ventrello is back in this 3rd book in the Edutainment Gaming series. Here he discusses educational games that were made for the Nintendo Entertainment System, The Super Nintendo, The Sega Genesis, The Sega Pico, and the ill-fated Vtech Socrates. Some of your favorite licensed characters make appearances in the games discussed here. A teacher himself, Mr. Ventrello believes that education should be fun and informative. And the games in this book will help to reinforce that idea.

"The Hebrew Instruction Manual" focuses on the Israelites gathering together the nation not desired according to the Bible, the Law Book of the Israelites. I come to recognize that the Holy Bible is a Law Book, and you must utilize it as a Lawyer searches their Laws and Statues to free their client or punish those under indictment. There are many precepts that can shows a Disciple of Christ, or those calling themselves Prophets how we must re-build the nation of Israel. When The Most High established Israel in the land the first time, what were His instructions to them? During that time, ...

Are you planning to move to or visit the United States? Or perhaps you're eager to enhance your English language skills through engaging and immersive content? Look no further than "American Journeys: Exploring Language and American Culture." This captivating book offers a transformative experience, delving into the heart of American culture while providing an unparalleled platform for language learning. For those embarking on a journey to the United States, this book serves as an indispensable guide. Discover the diverse tapestry of American customs, traditions, and landscapes as you ...