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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 ...

Discover the hidden wisdom of one of the world's oldest and most influential religions! "Judaism: A Primer for Gentiles" is your key to unlocking the mysteries of Jewish faith, culture, and traditions. Whether you're a curious outsider, an interfaith partner, or simply seeking to broaden your horizons, this comprehensive guide will open your eyes to a rich tapestry of beliefs and practices that have shaped history for millennia. Have you ever wondered about the true meaning behind Jewish holidays, or why kosher food is so important? Are you curious about the concept of the Messiah or the ...

In this book, Greg Oliver elucidates the practical workings of a new groundbreaking global economic and political system. Amongst other topics, this volume includes: A new global economic model Competent democracy model Anti-corruption structures An ethically fair society model Global garden city design proposal Greg’s work is an essential guidebook for open-minded political activists and thought leaders. Everyone who seriously seeks workable and ethically fair answers to our current global political, economic, environmental, as well as many other equally important questions, should read ...

Ever wonder how herbal medicine is made? Want to learn how? This book gives step-by-step instructions in an easy-to-follow format so you can have fun and make all your favorite herbal products. Now is your time, have fun and make herbal products for those you love. Demetria Clark has taught students to make herbal medicine for almost 30 years and get the trade recipes, tips, and tricks. She is the Director of Heart of Herbs Herbal School, www.heartofherbs.com.

Rachel Goodnow is learning creative writing from Stan Rollins, Professor of Creative Writing at the local college. Living together soon becomes intolerable. Rachel soon becomes a bestselling novelist, writing the exploits of fictional character having international sensation- Britt Bentley. Her success astounds and makes Rollins insecure, a fall that is magnified by her subsequent best sellers. With Hollywood calling, semi-retired movie producer Beetle Bailey convinces Rachel that she could star in the part of Britt, much to the chagrin of granddaughter Kate Bailey. Kate thought her name ...

The System Was Never Broken: How Bureaucracy, Finance, and Law Keep You Exhausted (And What to Do About It) By Obadiah Switzer You’re not overwhelmed by accident. You’re overwhelmed because the systems around you were designed that way. Every form you fill out, every phone call that leads to a dead end, every surprise charge or impossible deadline—it’s not random. It’s not inefficiency. It’s control. This book exposes the core truth modern life tries to hide: the system isn’t failing. It’s functioning exactly as intended. Bureaucracy, finance, and law are not malfunctioning....

If we entertain our audience, they will love us. Everyone wants a talk to go well. Get a standing ovation, have an audience taking lots of notes, and buying what we have to sell. Wouldn’t it be great to have proven ways to keep the audience participating, interacting and making good eye contact? How about knowing the secrets of entertaining activities and games? This book is all about: Keeping the audience interested. Tying our topic to games and exercises. Being an entertaining speaker. And being engaging so our message gets across. Not sure what to do after the first 20 seconds? You ...

What Do We Believe We live in a time where many want to avoid theology, thinking that it is not necessary for the Christian life. This cannot be further from the truth. Theology, the study of God, is necessary for every Christian to understand not only God but how He wants us to live. Theology is not something for the Ivory Towers. The deeper our theology; the deeper our love for God will be and our desire to live for Him. This book is a great systematic theology starter for new believers yet still has so much theology that it will quickly become a quick reference resource for many mature ...

Walk Away is the unflinching and inspiring story of how author Michele Leavitt lived through the violence of her adolescence, how that violence haunted her through her escape to college and law school, and how she ultimately came to rise out of it to a place of possibility. It begins with lessons in self-defense from convicted killers, as well as a piece of advice: Do whatever it takes to be the one who walks away. Hard-edged but motivating, this is a story about overcoming the bleakest of obstacles. Michele Leavitt, a poet and essayist, is also a high school dropout, hepatitis C survivor, ...

The Complete Patriot's Guide defines four types of people in the world based on their reaction to information. 1.Idiots 2.Zealots 3.Elitists 4.Patriots The namesake of The Complete Patriot's Guide is 1984. The book within the book 1984 proposes there are three types of people in the world. The four different modes of thinking are explored using universal concepts including Jungian theory, Genesis, The Wise Monkeys, Socratic philosophy and more. The book within the book is supposed to have presented a formula for individual empowerment, only Winston Smith is never able to read its entirety. ...

Virtual Voice Audible Millionaire is your definitive guide to mastering Virtual Voice, Audiobook Creation Exchange (ACX), and Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP). Virtual Voice is Amazon's innovative computer-generated speech technology that produces audiobooks in five steps. Although still in beta, U.S. authors have published over 60,000 audiobooks using Virtual Voice.

Unlock the doors to higher education with "Understanding Financial Aid." This comprehensive eBook is your ultimate guide to navigating the complex world of financial aid, making your dream of a college education both accessible and affordable. Begin with a thorough introduction to the landscape of financial aid, discovering why it's crucial for aspiring students. Delve into scholarships and learn how to tap into this valuable resource. Tailored advice will guide you in identifying your unique strengths and crafting a winning scholarship search plan. Explore the nuances between scholarships,...

Many folks who educate adults on kink, relationships, and sexuality figure out how in the process of doing it. As the saying goes, experience is the best teacher—but the tuition is very high! Creating Captivating Classes distills the authors’ extensive experience as presenters and organizers specifically within this space, combined with a focused review of relevant literature on the theory, method, and practice of teaching. Topics run from memorable content organization to bottom-led education to sex-demo-specific tips, and diverse expert perspectives have been incorporated throughout ...

Black men suffer more than any other racial or sexual group in America. They have the lowest standards of living, shortest life expectancies, highest incarceration rates and suffer other sociological and economic ailments. However, for the past 50 years virtually NO PROGRESS has been made in improving the lives of black men. We have to admit what we've been trying has failed and black men have paid the price. And it's time for that to change. Life is too short and too precious to live it under poverty, making only 67% of what white males do. Fathers and husbands are too important to be ...

A history of the colleges and departments that came together under one Faculty umbrella at the University of Melbourne during the 1990s.

Novel in which the narrator, a journalist, reports about the difficult writing process of a novel, the subject of which is the true, heartrending story of Renate Krauz, a woman who immigrated to Ecuador in 1945. As a young Jewish orphan, she survived the Theresienstadt Ghetto and managed to escape the gas chambers. The journalist alternates his own report with fragments of the story that she told him. He also expresses his own emotions, doubts, criticism and philosophical contemplations regarding the Nazi’s ‘Final Solution’, and his compassion for the Holocaust victims. The journalist...

Transformational Leaders create a legacy of success that reaches far beyond the initial impact of their work. Are you a Transformational Leader? Do you have a desire to use your strengths to transform others in your workplace, family, and community? Or perhaps even globally? In the first part of this book, Dr. Richard Nongard provides a clear understanding of what Transformational Leadership is and how it is unique among leadership styles. He shares the research demonstrating its efficacy in healthcare, business, community development, and the military, along with his own personal ...

From their swearing-in all to the way until retirement, even the most hardened firefighters can be affected by mental health concerns. A fascinating look behind the scenes of the career of a firefighter, this book explores the why and explains the how to better prepare these individuals for a healthy and productive career and life, based on the author's personal experience as a counselor, who also has 27 years as a firefighter and paramedic. Firefighters can learn how to acknowledge their mental health issues, such as PTSD, addiction, or anger issues while developing strategies to address ...

Options Trading for Beginners is a comprehensive guide to understanding and utilizing options trading. It explains the basics of options trading, discussing topics such as the types of options and how to use them, when to take profits or cut losses, and how to minimize risk. This book also includes a range of helpful tools and strategies, making it an ideal resource for those new to the world of options trading.

Accreditation. Merit salary systems. External rankings. Outcomes assessment. Program reviews. These strategies and many others were developed as ways of improving the quality of higher education. But as Jeffrey L. Buller—the author of such works as The Essential Department Chair, Positive Academic Leadership, and Change Leadership in Higher Education—argues in Reinventing College, they haven’t fulfilled their promise. At best, they’ve resulted in modest improvements that aren’t worth the time and cost they required. At worst, they harmed the quality of higher education by shifting...