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Adult Education Back In Session Tristan Merritt Please note: This story is a sequel to Adult Education. It begins with a Prologue that explains the first story, so they can be read as standalone works. In Adult Education, you met Mike Simpson and Anna Robinson, partners in an Oklahoma real estate firm. Although they do not have a relationship, they do share a proclivity for matters related to spanking. They purchase an abandoned school building, and establish the “Simpson – Robinson Institute”. Now adult women with a penchant for experiencing corporal punishment in a safe role-playing...

Why Higher Education is Failing—and How We Can Save It Higher education and corporate America have more in common than you might think. In corporate boardrooms, success is measured in dollars and cents; in universities, the currency is student success. Both systems rise and fall on the strength of their leadership. And in both, when leadership falters, chaos follows. Right now, higher education in the United States is at a breaking point. Institutions entrusted with shaping the future are often sabotaged from within—by self-serving leaders more focused on climbing ladders and building ...

The Teacher’s Tao Te Ching: A Path of Presence and Practice in the Classroom This is not a typical book on teaching. It doesn’t offer tips, checklists, or classroom hacks. Instead, it offers something deeper: a way to return to yourself. Inspired by the ancient Tao Te Ching, this modern interpretation invites teachers to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with the heart of their work. Each verse offers a quiet moment of insight—something to carry into your day, your lesson, or your life. Written in a voice that is clear, calm, and compassionate, The Teacher’s Tao Te Ching speaks to ...

From the Introduction: “Perhaps the Quaker tradition’s activist tactics coupled with contemplative spirituality could prove a useful offering as future Friends and others seek ways to engage in the work of personal and societal transformation.” About This Collection: In this unprecedented gathering of essays on ecology, creation care, and sustainability, over two dozen Quaker authors and scholars address some of the most pressing concerns of our day. Beginning with Quaker themes historically, essays also move toward developing a Quaker ecotheology, discuss Quaker approaches to the ...

In these few pages, I would like to set forth some ideas of my own. Most of these ideas are not new in themselves. Many are only an adaptation of what other missions are and have done in the past. I do not want these ideas to be construed as the final product but only ideas that need to be discussed and matured before they can be totally useful to the Spanish scene. Those ideas I have gathered from other areas are adapted to meet the specific need as I see it in Spain. Besides these proposals I have also included an Appendix at the end with some information concerning literature, as well as...

"I Loved Them All" is a riveting exploration into the life of Dr. Cornae Kentrell, lovingly known as CeeKay. A world-renowned artist acclaimed for her sexually provocative artwork. After scandalous tabloid articles and social media posts thrust her personal life into the public spotlight, she embarks on a journey of self-healing and empowerment. To regain control, she adopts "The Body Count Rule," a unique strategy devised by her older cousins and friends. The rule presents four criteria for disengaging from past lovers:1. Anyone you slept with before the age of twenty-one doesn't count, as...

News stories abound on the youth mental health crisis. Our kids are in trouble, and it's one of the few things we can agree on as a society. But what is causing the crisis? And how do we fix it? Studies show anxiety, ADHD, depression, panic attacks, and other conditions are on the rise across the entire spectrum of young people. Are all these problems coincidentally rising in lockstep? In The Kids Are Not Alright, Philip Wire explores the evidence (it's ugly) and proposes an explanation. Beginning with an accessible summary of how panic, anxiety, and related conditions work in the brain and...

Conquer the CMSRN Exam: Your Guide to Certified Medical-Surgical Nurse Certification from MSNCB provides a clear and focused overview designed to help medical-surgical nurses prepare for certification. This concise guide is not intended to cover every possible exam topic in exhaustive detail. Instead, it highlights core nursing concepts, essential patient care priorities, and key knowledge areas that frequently appear on the CMSRN exam. Readers will find chapters dedicated to cardiovascular care, respiratory assessment, gastrointestinal management, fluid and electrolyte balance, ...

A young teacher navigates the politics of a territory continually “annexed:” Memel/Klaipeda. A raw, short account of what happened to a serious teacher of physical education when the Germans took over Memel and parts of Lithuania in 1939. He struggles with his multicultural identity in face of life-threatening politics, and continually weighs his convictions in choosing citizenship and jobs. The story is a fictionalized memoir written in the third person.

“By practicing propriety, we return to our pure nature.” Throughout the universe, the planets and stars follow their orbits in accord with true principles. In this natural cycle of things, there is a state of peace and harmony. It is the same for human life. In life, if we can internalize the principles of propriety, we are abiding by the true principles. Those who live in line with the principles attain harmony in their daily lives and can help their family, society, and the world thrive with virtue.

Translated in several languages and published by SOLEN in Slovakia, this book will show you how to build character, clarify values, and achieve motivation for a meaningful life through the ancient game of chess. Unique and universal, chess continues to be relevant to human life and struggles; its powers in education and character education have been known for centuries but research has only recently started to quantify them. Chess helps develop grit, discipline, initiative, creativity, and other necessary qualities for authentic living. This book makes the adventure of character building ...

It’s All About Perspective is a collection of thoughts and opinions that plan to get all individuals in education thinking about where they stand on their side of the issues. By providing my perspective based upon my own truths and experiences, I give a point of view that may be controversial, with the goal of getting the reader to interact with me via the text of the book. There is no other book like this on the market that speaks to public school employees and provides them a catalyst to discuss issues with colleagues or anyone in their lives. Through this discussion, I hope to change ...

The perfect summer read (if you like books by humans. Sorry, no AI here)! You can master adulthood before you get there or wait for it to master you. Which will you choose? We all love a good hack. That one piece of advice that cuts straight to the heart of a problem and shows you how to handle it with ease. But don’t let the title fool you - reducing this wisdom to mere “hacks” would be a massive disservice. You’re about to uncover a treasure trove of insight: 88 of the best tips, tricks, and techniques to launch you from teendom to adulthood with resounding success. And don’t ...

This book is about a father’s advice to his daughter as she turns 18. The advice is given through 18 letters wherein each letter covers one important topic of life. This book is, therefore, relevant for every parent and child. Are you a parent who is concerned about your child’s future? Do you want the best for your child? Do you find yourself short of words or phrases when you communicate on important issues involving your child’s welfare and happiness? Do you have a communication problem with your children? Are you tensed about the choices your children are going to make in the ...

This is one class you don’t want to miss. Desiree Dumore yearns for a special man who will send her to another galaxy during sex. Her friend, Rick Longschlong, isn’t that man. When he and Desiree are beamed aboard a spaceship filled with Earthlings from the future, Desiree gets more than she bargained for. These time travelers want her and Rick to teach them how to have sex. Technological advances have erased the need for sex but not the desire. Will the experience teach Desiree something too? Check out other books in the INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING Slutopia Anthologies on Amazon Out NOW

We make countless decisions every day, from the mundane to the life-altering. But what if there was one simple question that could guide you toward a life of greater purpose, meaning, and fulfillment? In "Is It Worth It?: A Simple Question That Can Transform Your Life," you will discover the power of the IIWI question – a profound yet accessible tool that can revolutionize your decision-making and empower you to create a life that truly reflects your values. Through engaging anecdotes, practical exercises, and insightful reflections, this book will guide you on a journey of self-discovery...

The following are 50 basic commands to utilize from the Linux command line. The commands can be utilized for personal, educational or corporate usage. Commands are simply explained with an example(s). Some commands include useful and common attributes and parameters for usage: alias awk basename bc bind cal cat cd chmod clear cp ctrl date df du dir echo find free halt hostname history grep ifconfig iostat ip route kill less ls lsof info man mv mkdir ping ps pwd rm sed service shutdown sort stat tail top touch traceroute tree uname uptime wc whereis

Join Imani, Tommy, and Maya on Their Most Magical Adventure Yet! When mysterious ground tremors shake their favorite front steps, three best friends discover that the enchanted Great Garden needs their help. With a wise talking snake as their guide, an AI companion named Chip, and a quirky garden poet, they embark on an unforgettable journey to save a world where words have magical power. Perfect for Young Readers Ages 6-9 who love: ✓ Fantasy adventure stories with positive role models ✓ STEM learning woven seamlessly into engaging narratives ✓ Environmental education about nature and...

Anthony "Gamer" Ventrello, host of the YouTube Channel Classic Gamer 74 returns with a new book about gaming. This time he is discussing the history of edutainment gaming: games that are both educational and entertaining! This will be the first book in a series of three, as the focus of this book is games on the first home consoles. Anthony gives detailed descriptions of the many games that can be found on these consoles along with the educational focus of the games, and all the humor that fans of his YouTube channel expect.

The following are core generative artificial intelligence (AI) aspects explained with key examples. Each aspect is grouped into one of the following: contextual learning, agents, fine-tuning, retrieval augmented generation, evaluation metrics, foundation models and transformers. Finally, example generative AI prompts to leverage, using the aspects is given. Contents: Overview of Generative AI Generative AI Aspects Using Generative AI Contextual Learning Model Agents Fine Tuning Retrieval Augmented Generation Evaluation Metrics Foundation Models Transformers About the Author: Notes: