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Riverside University has 175 days to live. With enrollment plummeting, debt mounting, and faculty in revolt, new president Dr. Sarah Chen faces an impossible choice: merge with a larger institution and lose Riverside's identity, or attempt a transformation that could destroy the very institution she's trying to save. But hidden in abandoned databases, Sarah's team discovers something remarkable—10,000 "shadow population" students who started at Riverside but never finished. These forgotten alumni and their college-age children might hold the key to survival. If the fractured campus ...

A collection of 5 more sight word books from the popular "I Love Reading" series! Young readers will enjoy bright, colorful pictures along with simple text. Includes sight words from the Dolch sight word list. The repetitive text and picture clues will promote early reading confidence. Titles include: Play Time (sight words: she, he, play, plays, with, we) On The Farm (sight words: I, a, see) That's Funny (sight words: a, funny, we, boy, girl, man, woman) Little and Big (sight words: little, big, this, is) What Do Animals Like to Do? (sight words: I, like, to, run, jump, play, eat)

In "Monetizing Knowledge: Transforming Information into Currency," readers are invited into the dynamic world where knowledge is not just a commodity but a lucrative asset waiting to be tapped. This book serves as a roadmap for individuals and businesses alike, navigating the terrain of the knowledge economy and unlocking the potential to turn information into profit. From understanding the foundational principles of knowledge monetization to implementing practical strategies for generating revenue streams, this book covers it all. Readers will learn how to identify their intellectual ...

Cora Crane School of Journalism Director Michael Bugliosi is found unconscious one night in his office after being attacked with a heavy blown-glass award from the alumni association for being an inspiration. The police conclude that several faculty and staff in the Crane School had a motive to attack him. When veteran professor Charles “Rags” Ragsdale is appointed acting director, he takes over a school in chaos. That one of the faculty or staff might have attempted to murder Bugliosi is only one problem. Drunkenness, alleged racism, plagiarism, emotionally unstable professors, ...

THIS is a book for the top shelf, out of the boy’s reach. Not that its counsels are bad; though it frankly takes the risk of going behind rules and commands to principles and freedom. The reason why no boy should read it is that it describes stages through which the normal boy should pass in entire unconsciousness that such stages exist That was not a wholesome attitude revealed by a Seattle boy, who, in reply to his teacher’s question, “What is the matter with you, James?" replied, “Oh, I'm passing through adolescence." Parents, teachers and leaders, however, ought to know these ...

POWER! A book that carries an important message for the times. Dennis paints a picture of an America void of its history and sacrifice by those who believe and care about freedom and opportunity. An important book that speaks to our times for our children and generations to come, He also talks in the Epilogue about America's lunar rover project by the Apollo missions.

The first principle is life; the second, maintenance of life. The thing of greatest human interest and importance, therefore, is the production and distribution of food, the manufacture of necessities; Or what we call Business. Religion, education, art, politics, are all secondary to it, since we live because of our work; and without life we should need neither salvation, learning, homes, literature, nor any-thing else. Business is nothing more than food-getting; incidentally, it means founding a home, a family, assisting in building a school, a road, a street, and finally, appreciation of ...

This collection of essays is an attempt to rethink the question of Inclusion in School Education in the Indian context, looking at Inclusion as an organic element of the pedagogical process itself, going beyond the treating the symptom approach of Special Education/Special Needs Education. With contributions from India and Germany, the essays that comprise the volume are grouped into three sections. The conceptual essays in the first section address questions about the relationship between education and phenomena such as globalization, rising inequalities, increased migration. They look at ...

It’s not easy for all teachers to create new ideas to engage students in the classroom. Superstar Teacher: A Guide to Enhance Creativity in the Classroom, provides new, innovative ideas and resources that will stimulate students while bringing fun into the classroom every month. Each month will highlight important dates and activities to go along with those days. Teachers who struggle with creativity or who are looking for fresh ideas to get that spark back will be able to transform your classrooms into a stage by utilizing these concepts. Superstar Teacher will help you get those ...

Help Your Students Develop Critical Skills Through Field Studies Field studies are considered by many to be the most powerful tool to teach the Critical Skills. A field study is a project conducted by a team of students to address a problem or issue in the “real world” under faculty supervision. They provide rigorous and learning rich experiences where students can practice and master their skills while working productively with an educational partner. Given the opportunity, virtually any student can participate and contribute as a field study team member. Field studies offer an ...

ChatGPT is utilized within the world of information technology in a very broad manner. Therefore, the items presented here are a series of different prompt examples to be utilized with any ChatGPT engine. Popular engines such as openai, bing and bard are used in these demonstrations to show the best qualities of these engines. The material and examples can be utilized by a general end user, student, system administrator or power user to further their knowledge in this area. The guide is meant to be utilized by an individual whom will be reviewing via demonstration format. The prompts are ...

In this controversial new work, Jeffrey L. Buller, the author of Positive Academic Leadership and Change Leadership in Higher Education, argues that nearly every initiative undertaken to improve higher education in the last fifty years—merit pay systems, student course evaluations, faculty evaluation, outcomes assessment, program review, external college rankings, strategic planning, and the like—has actually had the opposite effect. In addition, he argues that current approaches to accreditation have failed, “administrative bloat” is not the leading cause of tuition increases at ...

A book about living with ADHD from a child's point of view.

Michael Kavchak enjoyed playing games. One day his father decided to teach him how to play chess. Michael liked the game. They played it every day. It did not take long before Michael started challenging his dad at the chessboard. Michael’s father took him to observe a few scholastic chess tournaments to see if he would be interested in participating. The tournaments were run by the Chess’N Math Association, Canada’s national scholastic chess organization. Eventually, Michael expressed a desire to participate and compete. After competing in a few tournaments Michael demonstrated that ...

What Shall We Do Today? The Scrabble Day Adventure A delightful educational story for children ages 6-9 that brings learning to life! Join curious Imani, enthusiastic Tommy, and knowledgeable Maya on a vibrant educational adventure perfect for young readers! When the three friends discover that April 13th celebrates four special occasions—National Scrabble Day, National Peach Cobbler Day, Thomas Jefferson Day, and International Plant Appreciation Day—they embark on an exciting journey of discovery at their local community center. In this engaging children's story, young readers will: ...

Introduction REFLECTIONS ON SOME NOTABLE QUOTES ON A.I REVOLUTION: Sundar Pichai (CEO of Google) “AI is probably the most important thing humanity has ever worked on. I think of it as something more profound than electricity or fire.” Bill Gates “AI can be our friend, but it needs to be handled carefully. We should be optimistic but also cautious.” Yuval Noah Harari “The most important question in 21st-century economics may well be: what to do with all the superfluous people when AI takes over most jobs?” Alan Turing “Instead of trying to produce a program to simulate the ...

Unlock your potential in the stock market with "Mastering Stock Trading." This comprehensive ebook provides aspiring traders with essential knowledge and practical strategies for successful trading. Explore different trading styles, learn to develop your trading strategy, and master risk management techniques to protect your capital. Additionally, delve into the psychological aspects of trading to cultivate a resilient mindset. Whether you're a beginner or looking to refine your skills, this guide offers valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of stock trading confidently.

An Enriching and Impactful Book for Parents, Teachers, Students, School Administrators, And the Educated Person Whatever your present status on the academic ladder, Educational Thoughts from Legends is for you. This book is a unique collection of condensed thoughts, ideas, and beliefs from educational legends. These thoughts are intellectual, philosophical, educationally inspiring, and endowed with seeds of greatness. The approach in this book is the use of quotes and their amplifications with further ones that are informed, holistic, and enable a satisfying grasp of the subject matter. The...

South Siders, a collection of favorite columns that individually appeared in papers all across the country, is a guided tour of McGrath’s Midwest, where 16 inch softball played barehanded by men past their prime, is more popular than the Superbowl; where funeral luncheons are indistinguishable from wedding receptions; where marriage is still till death do us part (with Illinois boasting the country’s lowest divorce rate); where parents still discipline children, sometimes with the aid of a stern, hard drinking Santa Claus; where dogs are kindred spirits in the tradition of the Ojibwa; ...

What happens to autistic children when they become autistic adults? Building on the success of the Amazon best-seller Autistics on Autism: Stories You Need To Hear About What Helped Them While Growing Up And Pursuing Their Dreams, which topped the charts for Special Needs Parenting, Autistics on Autism: The Next Chapter delves deeper into the lives of autistic adults, featuring more than 75 new stories from autistic individuals within our community. This edition shines a spotlight on their experiences, exploring topics, in part, including their journeys from adolescence to adulthood. Edited...