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Book SynopsisMillions of children and their parents can’t be wrong. The bright and vibrant illustrations enhance every word of?The Beginner’s Bible® to produce one of the most moving and memorable Bible experiences a young child can have.?The Beginner’s Bible?is where a child’s journey towards a lifelong love of God’s Word begins.Kids will enjoy reading the story of Noah’s Ark as they see Noah helping the elephant onto the big boat. They will learn about the prophet Jonah as they see him praying inside the fish. And they will follow along with the text of Jesus’ ministry as they see a man in need of healing lowered down through the roof of a house.Parents, teachers, pastors, and children will rediscover these beloved parables and so much more as they read more than 90 stories in?The Beginner''s Bible, just like millions of children before. The Beginner’s Bible® brand has been trusted for over 30 y

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Book SynopsisThe Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep is a humorous and heartwarming picture book about God''s unconditional love. This story beautifully captures the essence of Psalm 23, showing the importance of trusting God, our Good Shepherd, with our lives.Meet George, a silly and sometimes stubborn sheep living happily under the care of a Good Shepherd. But when shearing time comes, George decides it’s time to make a run for it, and soon finds himself on a journey full of unexpected disappointment, discomfort, and danger. Ultimately, he finds rescue and learns why he really does need a shepherd.The Bible is full of references to sheep and shepherds, but what does it mean to be a good shepherd? And how are we like sheep? The Good Shepherd and the Stubborn Sheep uses an unforgettable character and riveting story to bring biblical truth to life for kids and illustrate the many comforting

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Book SynopsisFrom Sally Lloyd-Jones and Jago, the creators of the bestselling The Jesus Storybook Bible, comes this gorgeous and innovative collection of 101 simple-yet-profound thoughts on faith, written in a way that perfect for kids six and up, as well as adults looking for a creative and deep way to engage with God. Now with more vibrant cover and interior illustrations, as well as two updated devotionals.Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing Anglicised Edition shares profound spiritual truths from the Bible in a conversational tone – drawing insights from creation, history, science, the writings of great thinkers and preachers and writers and more – to turn the reader’s eyes toward the God who loves them with a never stopping, never giving up, unbreaking, always and forever love.Perfect for family devotions, bedtime, story time or even as a companion to The Jesus Storybook Bible, this accessible yet theologically rich book reveals biblical truth in word and image – all working together and designed to do one thing: make the reader’s heart sing.Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing Anglicised Edition: Contains 101 readings on a variety of topics, that will help you and your children look at the world in a new, fresh way Includes beautiful, colorful artwork on every page Has a sturdy binding and pages that hold up to years of daily use, even with little hands Is an inspirational companion to The Jesus Storybook Bible

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Book SynopsisJoin the loveable robot Wimee as he takes readers on an adventure filled with creativity and imagination. In Wimee Creates with Vehicles and Colors, join your favorite robot Wimee from the show Wimee’s Words (as seen on PBS) for some wacky wordplay and visual fun. This simple early learning concept book, perfect for readers ages 3-6, teaches rhyming and colors, plus prepositions and action verbs, and encourages readers to find more rhymes (and even think up some of their own!) using their creativity.Wimee Creates with Vehicles and Colors includes: Pairs of rhyming words that are combined to make a silly sentence. Simple illustrations focusing on familiar shapes and primary colors. A note to parents and educators with ideas on how to use the book for further learning. Examples of more words to rhyme.  Wimee’s Words is an interactive mixed media sTrade ReviewA truly unique amalgamation. * Betsy Bird of A Fuse 8 Production *Wimee is a clever robot who helps younger children use their imagination as they learn their colors and different types of vehicles. The rhyming is catchy and the colors are vibrant, making it a bright, fun way to enhance their vocabulary. Keeping children educated is certainly the intent and Wimee does a great job doing it! * Midwest Book Review, Children’s BookWatch *

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Book SynopsisFirst, let's commend ourselves: how in the midst of a pandemic we faculty stepped up at record speed to teach in such a foreign learning environment. Try we did, adapt we did, and learn we did. But to be clear, and we already recognize this, this past spring was less about distance learning and more about crisis teaching. This time around we have the opportunity to be much more purposeful and intentional, and that's where The Distance Learning Playbook for College and University Instruction will prove absolutely indispensable. Much more than a collection of cool tools and apps, The Distance Learning Playbook for College and University Instruction mobilizes decades of Visible Learning research to reveal those evidence-based strategies that work best in an online environment. Supplemented by video footage and opportunities to self-assess and reflect, the book addresses every dynamic that must be in place for students to learn, even atTrade ReviewThis is an amazing book. While it is designed to build everyone’s capacity to teach in distance learning environments, it is truly a primer on effective teaching in postsecondary education. Educators who utilize these clear and practical suggestions will see their students achieve stronger learning outcomes. The Distance Learning Playbook for College and University Instruction should be a cornerstone of faculty professional development efforts. -- Joseph F. Johnson Jr., PhDThe Distance Learning Playbook for College and University Instruction is a very useful guide to helping educators make the transition from onsite to online teaching. The highly respected authors skillfully demonstrate how teachers can apply evidence-based practices from more traditional learning environments to a rapidly evolving world of online learning. The result is a wonderful self-guided tour of extraordinary opportunities to close the distance for learners. -- David W. Andrews, PhDThe Distance Learning Playbook for College and University Instruction offers an innovative learner-centered approach to student achievement where self-care, social emotional learning, instructional clarity, and responsive leadership strategies converge to support faculty in facilitating learner experiences that continue to transition students from ‘passenger to active driver’ in all learning environments, including distance education. -- Robert N. Corley III, PhDThe Distance Learning Playbook for College and University Instruction by Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, John Almarode, and John Hattie is a timely and necessary addition to every faculty’s library. The authors’ considerate and experiential approach to distance learning provides a well-researched foundation, authentic vignettes of instructors’ experiences, easily accessible video and web links, and helpful techniques that can be used among most disciplines. Impressively, they envisage the distance learning environment beginning with the instructor and as an active, dynamic, and engaging space for learning and teaching. -- Arlette WillisThese authors once again exceed expectations with this thought-provoking and very practical guide to distance learning. The timing could not be better. Higher education faculty and administrators will find it extremely useful–including a much-needed chapter on self-care, a topic often overlooked in the literature. The pointers on engaging and assessing students are particularly helpful, and the learning intentions and success criteria make this an indispensable resource for new and veteran online instructors alike. -- James P. Frazee, EdDTable of ContentsList of Videos Acknowledgments Introduction A Visible Learning® Primer Visible Learning and Distance Learning A Question of Equity Module 1: Self-Care Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Conclusion Module 2: The First Week of Classes Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Develop a Classroom Management Plan for Distance Learning Establish Norms Link Norms to Class Agreements Identify Expectations for Synchronous Distance Learning Develop and Teach Organizational and Procedural Routines Design a Considerate Website Your First Distance Classes Learn Students’ Interests Conclusion Module 3: Faculty—Student Relationships From a Distance Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Characteristics of Faculty–Student Relationships Judgment and Will, Not Just Knowledge and Ability Peer-to-Peer Relationships Are Influenced, Too A “Chilly” Classroom Reaching the Hard to Teach Increase Your Touchpoints With All Students Conclusion Module 4: Teacher Credibility at a Distance Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Teacher Credibility Defined Conclusion Module 5: Teacher Clarity at a Distance Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Start With the Standards and Competencies Create a Flow of Learning: Planning for Class Create Learning Intentions Identify Success Criteria Find the Relevance Conclusion Module 6: Engaging Tasks at a Distance Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Think Functions of Engagement, Not Just Tools Set the Conditions for Engagement and Learning Select the Tools That Meet These Functions and Conditions Design Tasks With Engagement in Mind Design a Considerate Schedule to Promote Engagement Conclusion Module 7: Planning Learning Experiences at a Distance Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Demonstrating Collaborating Coaching and Facilitating Practicing Conclusion Module 8: Feedback, Assessment, and Grading Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Feedback to Students The Socioemotional Links to Feedback Feedback at a Distance Formative Evaluation Summative Evaluations Competency-Based Grading Conclusion Module 9: Keeping the Focus on Learning, Distance or Otherwise Learning Intentions and Success Criteria Learning From Other Crises Use Crisis Learning to Make Colleges and Universities Better Make Learning Better for Students Make Learning Better for Teachers Conclusion Appendix References Index About the Authors

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Book SynopsisIn The Berenstain Bears Face Up to Bullying , everyone knows Too-Tall Grizzly and his gang are a bunch of bullies. But the cubs learn that bullies can be bullied too.

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Book SynopsisA practical resource to help you turn struggle into success and become the writing coach your kid needs?from the creator of the award-winning Brave Writer curriculumWriting is often hard?for kids and for adults. How can we help our children get past the difficulties and learn the writing skills that are so necessary for communication, creativity, and critical thinking?In Help! My Kid Hates Writing, Julie Bogart shares the secrets to breakthroughs in writing that have made her award-winning Brave Writer program a smash hit among homeschoolers and beyond. From unlocking the joys of freewriting to overcoming fear of the red pen, it blends useful advice and hands-on exercises with in-depth explanations of the underlying philosophy?and throws in more than a few pep talks for parents along the way.Teach your kid not just what to write but how to write?and research, revise, and polish?with this encouraging and educational guide to language arts.

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Book SynopsisPractice beginning reader skills with your little one while reading eight favorite Bible stories with The Beginner’s Bible Read Through the Bible. Combining the trusted The Beginner’s Bible, which has sold over 25 million products since 1989, with the proven I Can Read format, this My First I Can Read collection combines basic language, word repetition, and great illustrations—and is perfect for shared reading with a child.The Beginner’s Bible Read Through the Bible is perfect for: Beginning readers ages 4 and up at the My First reading level Fans of the iconic The Beginner’s Bible Back to school, summer reading, homeschoolers, Sunday school classrooms Teaching Bible stories in an accessible format while practicing early reading skills The Beginner’s Bible Read Through the Bible features:God Makes the World, Noah and

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Book SynopsisJoin your favorite hippo, Fiona, the adorable internet sensation from the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden, in this story of sharing and caring about friends—and the good thing about a little rain storm too.It is raining, but Fiona still wants to hang out with her good friends at the zoo. When Flamingo stops by Hippo Cove for a visit, she brings her big umbrella. Young readers will enjoy learning more about Fiona and her friends in this Level One I Can Read about the little hippo that has captured hearts around the world with her inspiring story and plucky personality.Fiona and the Rainy Day is: An endearing animal book that’s a perfect gift from parents and grandparents An inspiring story of sharing and caring about friends A Level One I Can Read story geared for children just learning to read Created by New York Times bestselling artist Richard Cowdrey of Fiona the Hippo;

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Book SynopsisWritten by Rena M. Palloff and Keith Pratt, experts in the field of online teaching and learning, this hands-on resource helps higher education professionals understand the fundamentals of effective online assessment. It offers guidance for designing and implementing creative assessment practices tied directly to course activities to measure student learning. The book is filled with illustrative case studies, authentic assessments based in real-life application of concepts, and collaborative activities that assess the quality of student learning rather than relying on the traditional methods of measuring the amount of information retained.Table of ContentsPreface. Acknowledgments. The Authors. PART ONE: Assessment Basics. ONE: How Do We Know They Know? Developing Standards of Assessment. Getting Down to the Basics. Learner-Focused Teaching. Applying What We Have Learned. TWO: Assessment Online. Principles of Effective Online Assessment. Assessment and the Online Learner. Using the Online Environment for Assessment Advantage. Plagiarism and Cheating. Applying What We Have Learned. THREE: Course and Program Evaluation. Course Evaluation. Instructor Evaluation. Program Evaluation. Competency Assessment as Course and Program Evaluation. Applying What We Have Learned. PART TWO: The Assessment and Evaluation Toolkit. Introduction to the Assessment and Evaluation Toolkit. Rubrics and Rubric Development. Using Student Feedback for Assessment. How Interactive Is It? Authentic Assessments. Performance Assessments. Effective Test and Quiz Development. Portfolios. Portfolios as Assessment. Reflective Assessment and Self-Assessment. Collaborative Peer Assessment. The Use of Wikis and Blogs in Assessment. Effective Online Course Evaluation. Effective Faculty Evaluation. Additional Resources. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisThe Berenstain Bears Values and Virtues Treasury is a collection of 8 classic The Berenstain Bears Living Lights titles, with life lessons for readers young and old, that focus on kindness, love, forgiveness, respect, and more.

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Book SynopsisPractice important reading skills while reading eight favorite Bible stories in the Adventure Bible Read Through the Bible. Combining the beloved Adventure Bible with the proven I Can Read format, this Level 2 I Can Read collection combines engaging stories, longer sentences, and beautiful illustrations, perfect for building confidence and developing reading skills. Adventure Bible Read Through the Bible: Is ideal for readers ages 4 and up who are reading with help Teaches Bible stories in an accessible format while growing critical reading skills Is perfect for back to school, summer reading, homeschool, and Sunday school classrooms Comes in hardcover format for longer lasting durability and is value-priced at $16.99 Is part of the Adventure Bible brand, recommended by more schools and churches than any other Bible for kids, and has impacted more than 10 million families to date.

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Book SynopsisThe Perfect First Bible for Early Readers: A Steppingstone from a Child''s Bible Storybook to Their First Full Bible.The NIrV Illustrated Holy Bible for Kids helps children ages 4–8 read the full Bible without chapter and verse numbers and footnotes. A text without these distractions can be less intimidating and more engaging, encouraging kids to read more and develop a deeper interest in the Bible. This Bible tells God’s redemption story in a single-column format with a readable font. Nearly every page features full-color, kid-friendly illustrations that bring the Bible stories to life. Ideal for families who value the power of storytelling and God’s Word, and perfect

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Book SynopsisCombining Biblical truths and scientific facts, The Things God Made is an inspirational and informative picture book retelling of the creation story from the book of Genesis.Take your child on a journey from nothingness to abundance and life, and discover the greatness of God’s creation through stunning art and incredible factual information about our amazing universe. The Things God Made captures God’s great joy as a creator and inspires curious kids to learn more about the wonderful world we live in and appreciate all the things God made.The Things God Made: Tells the creation story both from a Scriptural and scientific perspective Is perfect for ages 4-8 as well as anyone interested in how our world works Incorporates easy-to-understand educational call-outs with engaging, easy-to-read storytelling Allows for further discussion about both creation and the wonder of the natural worldTrade ReviewBlending the biblical narrative, science, and art, author and illustrator Andy McGuire portrays not only the majesty of God's creation, but also the beauty, delight, and love of the Creator for his handiwork. McGuire points to God who 'had an idea. He wanted there to be other things besides just himself.' And so God made the cosmos and all that dwells within it. McGuire masterfully narrates and illustrates the truth that 'nothing God made can live on its own--everything works together.' For example, McGuire writes, 'Birds need plants. Some parts they need to build their nests. And birds eat plant seeds. When birds eat them, they poop out some of the seeds, scattering them far and wide as they fly to distant lands. This helps plants spread to new places all around the world--part of God's plan.' McGuire's depiction of the creation of Adam and Eve is unique and authentic. In author notes, McGuire explains, 'Of course no one knows what Adam and Eve looked like, but I have given them skin color and features that defy easy categorization. Somehow Adam and Eve contained all the DNA of the human race, and they and their children were truly fruitful, spreading humanity to every corner of the globe.' Highly recommended to parents, caregivers, and teachers as a fresh, educational, and worshipful picture book to be savored again and again with young children. * The Banner *The story of creation is ubiquitous enough that one might wonder if we need yet another children's book on the topic. But wonder was, in fact, the word that came to mind as I read The Things God Made. Complemented beautifully by breathtaking artwork, the book has captured the staggering awe that the story of our fascinatingly intricate creation deserves. If we have lost our sense of wonder, McGuire aims to rekindle it. Brilliantly infusing expertise with humility, scientific fact with childlike joy, The Things God Made is a delight. I suspect it will lead readers--children and adults alike--one step beyond wonder and straight into worship. * Hannah C. Hall, 2024 Christianity Today Book Awards *

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Book Synopsis Effective teaching is effective teaching, no matter where it occursThe pandemic teaching of mid-2020 was not really distance learning, but rathercrisisteaching. But starting now, teachers have the opportunity to prepare for distance learning with purpose and intentusing what worksbestto accelerate students' learningall the while maintaining an indelible focus on equity.Harnessing the insights and experience of renowned educators Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and John Hattie,The Distance Learning Playbookapplies the wisdom and evidence of VISIBLE LEARNING research to understand what works best with distance learning. Spanning topics from teacher-student relationships, teacher credibility and clarity, instructional design, assessments, and grading, this comprehensiveplaybook details the research- and evidence-based strategies teachers can mobilize to deliver high- impact learning inTrade ReviewI love this book! It provides practical information to support all our teachers as they shift all or some of their instruction to distance learning. It is the best of what Doug Fisher and Nancy Frey have to teach us about great instruction, all packaged up in a hands-on tool to guide teachers as they plan for the upcoming year. From teacher self-care to feedback, assessment and grading, it’s all addressed here. It’s right on time and it will be a foundational tool to help shape our instructional focus at my school this year. -- Jennifer CarrAs we charter the unfamiliar territory of a blended learning platform, we turn to the experts who have gone before us. Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and John Hattie remind us that the focus is not technology, learning management systems, or devices, but the focus remains student learning. This book serves as a safe haven, as it reminds us what effective teaching and learning entail, and it rewraps it around a digital learning framework. Whether districts are familiar with distance learning, or if they are starting from ground zero, The Distance Learning Playbook is the place to start. -- Melanie SpenceEchoing through the pages of this timely book is the message: Effective teaching is effective teaching, no matter where it occurs. Teacher voices and classroom examples animate core principles of research-based teaching and learning, enabling the reader to visualize practices in both face-to-face and online learning environments. Multiple self-assessments and templates for reflection support reader interaction with the content. The authors connect Visible Learning and informed teacher decision-making to all facets of effective lesson design and delivery, and address the important issues of equity and inclusiveness; learner self-regulation and driving of their own learning; and use of formative evaluation and feedback to move learning forward. A must-read book! -- Jackie Acree WalshWe are in a place in history where we desperately need answers to questions that will determine the future of our nation′s most precious possession -- our children. The Distance Learning Playbook is an incredible resource with a wealth of practical support for teachers and administrators, and it will fill a huge information gap that many schools are experiencing in educating students in a virtual setting. Very practical, easy-to-use samples about how to start and end a class, the social-emotional support needed, and setting up norms to develop a safe culture for students to learn at high levels. This is a must-have for educators at all levels -- district leaders, principals, coaches and teachers in the 21st century and beyond. This resource is ideal for schools that are looking for answers to a whole-child approach to virtual education. -- Dr. Charles NewmanThe year 2020 will be forever etched as the Era of Distance Learning. The COVID-19 pandemic has caused cascading changes that have shifted our educational institutions. This concerted seismic move has elevated the need for robust internet connections and meaningful virtual interactions. The Distance Learning Playbook is an invaluable resource to prepare our teachers to provide a powerful learning environment through technology, while promoting the most powerful tool available to educators -- a caring and challenging relationship with students. -- Dr. Francisco EscobedoNever has there been another time in history where the majority of educators around the world jumped into action to reinvent how schools and classrooms function. Using current research of what constitutes ‘best practice,’ The Distance Learning Playbook helps guide us all through ‘pandemic teaching.’ This book is filled with ideas and insight from real educators as they reflect on what they themselves need and what students will need to learn within a new teaching and learning environment. Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and John Hattie continue to develop relational pedagogies that support cultural responsiveness and social emotional development in order to have a positive effect on student achievement, but this time, in a new setting. They help us understand new research-based approaches to engage every student, and in doing so, help us select the appropriate digital tools. I can’t wait to use this book in our professional learning. -- Lisa RiggsTable of ContentsList of Videos Acknowledgments Introduction A Visible Learning Primer Visible Learning and Distance Learning A Question of Equity Module 1: Take Care of Yourself Learning Intentions A View From the Early Years Conclusion Success Criteria Module 2: The First Days of School Learning Intentions Develop a Classroom Management Plan for Distance Learning Establish Norms Link Norms to Class Agreements Identify Expectations for Synchronous Distance Learning Develop and Teach Organizational and Procedural Routines A View From the Early Years Design a Considerate Website Your First Distance Classes Learn Students’ Interests Conclusion Success Criteria Module 3: Teacher—Student Relationships From a Distance Learning Intentions Characteristics of Teacher–Student Relationships Judgment and Will, Not Just Knowledge and Ability Peer-to-Peer Relationships Are Influenced, Too A “Chilly” Classroom A View From the Early Years Reaching the Hard to Teach Increase Your Touchpoints With All Students Conclusion Success Criteria Module 4: Teacher Credibility at a Distance Learning Intentions Teacher Credibility Defined A View From the Early Years Conclusion Success Criteria Module 5: Teacher Clarity at a Distance Learning Intentions Start With the Standards Create a Flow of Lessons: Unit Planning Create Learning Intentions Identify Success Criteria A View From the Early Years Find the Relevance Conclusion Success Criteria Module 6: Engaging Tasks Learning Intentions Think Functions of Engagement, Not Just Tools Set the Conditions for Engagement and Learning Select the Tools That Meet These Functions and Conditions Design Tasks With Engagement in Mind A View From the Early Years Design a Considerate Schedule to Promote Engagement Conclusion Success Criteria Module 7: Planning Instructional Units for Distance Learning Learning Intentions Demonstrating Collaborating A View From the Early Years Coaching and Facilitating Practicing Conclusion Success Criteria Module 8: Feedback, Assessment, and Grading Learning Intentions Feedback to Students The Socioemotional Links to Feedback A View From the Early Years Feedback at a Distance Formative Evaluation Summative Evaluations Competency-Based Grading Conclusion Success Criteria Module 9: Learning, Distance or Otherwise Learning Intentions Learning From Other Crises Use Crisis Learning to Make Schools Better Make Learning Better for Students Make Learning Better for Teachers Conclusion Success Criteria Appendix References Index

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Book SynopsisOnline collaboration can be a powerful means of encouraging language learners to make connections between their local community and people from other cultural backgrounds. In doing so, learners develop their language skills while exploring different attitudes, values and beliefs. The authors of this book draw on 20 years of participation in numerous online intercultural exchanges to offer teachers a down-to-earth guide to finding partners, choosing a platform and designing online exchanges. They share their experience of working with learners to ensure that deep intercultural learning occurs alongside language development. This book offers strategies for mediating conflict with partners and participants, and guidance on the assessment of linguistic and intercultural competences. It is a practical resource for language teachers, informed by the latest research on language teaching and intercultural telecollaborations and situated in the reality of classrooms around the world.Trade ReviewWritten in an accessible and unpretentious style, this volume offers educators a practical, step-by-step guide to setting up and running an online intercultural exchange project with their students. The book is full of real examples and personal anecdotes from the authors' own experiences and it will go a long way to answering many of the questions that teachers have when they come to this activity for the first time. * Robert O'Dowd, University of León, Spain *This highly practical and accessible guide provides valuable insights into task design, implementation and assessment in intercultural online exchanges while highlighting how to use emergent tensions for a better understanding of identity dynamics in intercultural dialogue. Suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners, it equips readers with strategies to establish, guide, and evaluate impactful intercultural exchanges in digital contexts. * Melinda Dooly Owenby, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Spain *Table of ContentsAcknowledgements Chapter 1. Introducing Online Intercultural Exchanges Chapter 2. Finding Partners Chapter 3. Choosing an Appropriate Platform Chapter 4. Agreeing Goals Chapter 5. Ethics, Netiquette and Security Chapter 6. Initiating Online Discussions: Breaking the Ice Chapter 7. Designing Online Intercultural Tasks Chapter 8. Negotiating Identity and Managing Rapport Chapter 9. The Instructor’s Roles: To Intervene or Not? Chapter 10. Coping with Problems Chapter 11. Organising a Videoconference Chapter 12. Learners’ Language as Classroom Data Chapter 13. Assessing Participants’ Performance Chapter 14. Evaluating an Online Intercultural Exchange Chapter 15. Developing an Action Research Project Afterword References Index

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Ainsley Arment has emerged as one of the most prominent voices in a grass-roots community that, long before social distancing, decided to reject mainstream schooling and rather educate within the family…. The Call of the Wild and Free, part memoir and part manifesto, encourages mothers who are considering home-schooling and those who are ready to give up… suggesting that parents are the most intuitive educators of their kids." — The New York Times "If you’re curious about homeschooling or wondering if it’s something you might be able to do, this is a low-pressure, easy read that’s also super inspiring." — Book Riot

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Book SynopsisGirls are beautifully and wonderfully made in God’s image. This comprehensive collection of stories focused on 50 women of the Bible shows how God worked in their lives and continues to have a plan and a purpose for his beloved daughters today.In a world that too often tells girls that they are not enough, Her Story, Her Strength uses biblical retellings and reflections that include the historical context behind each story to remind young women that they have a God who loves them deeply and empowers them to live and love like he does. For any girl ages 8 and up who is asking questions about her worth, identity, and place in the world and church, this colorful and engaging book provides a positive, loving, and scriptural lens that helps them interpret the messages they receive from their peers, media, and society.Girls who read Her Story, Her Strength will:come to a profound, unshakable understanding of God’s lo

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Book SynopsisDrawn from her family's stories and those shared by the Wild + Free community, The Wild + Free Family explores how to create a family culture that breaks the mold by seeking to connect with our children, unleash their gifts, pursue a shared vision together, and redeem generational brokenness, among so much more.Trade Review"Insisting that parents get to choose whether their kids grow up stressed or peaceful, Arment covers such topics as creating a family culture, embracing adventure as a classroom, and how to “not grow weary” as a parent. A wealth of personal anecdotes and feel-good wisdom… this is just right." — Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisStart children on the path to a fulfilling, lifelong prayer habit. The Beginner’s Bible Let’s Learn to Pray offers young children an interactive introduction to prayer, showing them they can talk to God about anything and everything.Featuring helpful examples from classic Bible stories, children will learn the basics of prayer, including why we pray and how to pray. With fun prompts, accessible questions, and bright, colorful illustrations, children will be eager to talk to God about their daily experiences, and will learn how to listen to his still, small voice.The Beginner’s Bible Let’s Learn to Pray: Is part of The Beginner’s Bible® brand, the bestselling Bible storybook brand of our time, impacting 25 million families for over 30 years Is an interactive prayer book, perfect for children ages 4-8 Introduces readers to the foundations of prayer in simple, accessib

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Book SynopsisHelp children form a fulfilling, lifelong relationship with Jesus! The Beginner’s Bible Let’s Learn About Jesus offers young children an introduction to the life and character of Jesus, giving them a deeper understanding of Christ and the role he plays in their lives. The Beginner’s Bible is a perennial favorite with young children and their parents, impacting 28 million families for over 30 years.Featuring helpful examples from classic Bible stories, as well as thoughtful questions, fun prompts, and prayers, children will learn about who Jesus is, what he said and did on earth, and how he impacts our lives today. With easy-to-read stories and bright, colorful illustrations, kids will be eager to draw closer to their Lord and Savior and start their faith journey with a solid foundation.The Beginner’s Bible Let’s Learn About Jesus:Is part of The Beginner’s Bible® bra

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Book SynopsisFrom the creators of the wildly popular book Ten Little Night Stars, comes Ten Little Fireflies, a board book that introduces little ones to numbers as they count down to bedtime.Ten Little Fireflies: Is perfect for little ones ages 0-4 Is an early learning concept book of numbers one to ten Has soothing rhymes making this the perfect bedtime read Easily wipes clean of little fingerprints and smudges  This sweet counting book written by Deb Gruelle, the great grandniece of the creator of Raggedy Ann, features: Popular woodland animals like hedgehogs and owls Is perfect for baby gifts, birthday gifts, and holiday gift giving Fits into little hands  

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Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author and news anchor Raymond Arroyo comes a fun picture book biography of Tad Lincoln, his relationship with his father President Abraham Lincoln, and a story about a parent’s love for his son and the wisdom of a child. Full of humor, this romp through history will teach children about the power of curiosity, imagination, friendship, empathy, determination…and even a little mischief!Tad Lincoln was forever getting into trouble. He bounced around the White House making mischief and annoying almost everyone but the president. Yet Tad was his father’s joy and comfort amidst a brutal war, a family tragedy, and the toll of holding the nation’s highest office. When Tad befriends a turkey meant to be holiday dinner, his plea for the pet to be spared teaches Abe a lesson about mercy. It also starts the tradition of the presidential turkey pardon, a tradition that presidents carry on to this day.<Trade ReviewA biography of Abraham Lincoln's son, Tad, that introduces the lesser-known historical figure to young readers. Action-filled vignettes from Tad's childhood, brought to expressive life through Davis's artwork, illustrate lessons of emotional complexity and eventually mature into more somber moments, like the death of Tad's brother, Willie, and the moral struggles of leadership Tad witnessed his father go through during the Civil War. The author gracefully uses these anecdotes to make Tad feel relatable to modern readers while grounding him in the necessary context of the boy's life. While the story is limited to Tad's childhood, there's plenty of material for meaty discussion. Plainspoken language will appeal to confident young readers, while evocative word choices, such as 'helpless, neighing laughter,' add a little literary flair. An explanatory note at the end describes how Arroyo was especially moved by Abraham Lincoln's sensitivity and mercy, especially in the granting of pardons, and how he believes Tad's influence was responsible. This is a heady topic well worth exploring and successfully sets up the story of Tad as an organic launching point for conversations about the humanity of political leadership and what qualities a leader should exemplify. VERDICT: A fun, well-paced, highly readable biography that provides a sophisticated entry point for more nuanced discussions about the complexities of leadership. Recommended. * Kate Stadt, School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author and news anchor Raymond Arroyo comes the first book in the Turnabout Tales series—a picture book biography of one of America’s most famous inventors, Thomas Alva Edison, and a story about never giving up.No one thought much of young Thomas Alva Edison. He couldn’t focus at school and caused trouble around the house. But where others saw a distracted and mischievous boy, his mother saw imagination and curiosity. At only seven years old, Al, as he was called as a young child, was educated by his mother at home, who understood his potential could be unlocked with non-conventional learning, allowing him freedom to explore, dream, and be inquisitive. Those early years of encouragement, motivation, and loving guidance shaped Al’s future and formed the courageous man who would apply those valuable lessons to inventing the phonograph, the motion picture camera, the light bulb, and more.In The U

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Book Synopsis''Home-educators want to provide a high quality learning experience for their children and this handbook is an excellent resource for making this aspiration a reality'' - Dr Adam Boddison, Chief Executive of National Association of Special Educational NeedsIf you are thinking of home educating your child, your initial surprise may be at how easy it is to turn intention into reality. Once you have deregistered your child, you are largely left to get on with delivering education from home, as you see best. This book is full of practical guidance for parents, based on the authors'' long experience of working with children and young people; their parents, teachers and schools. It will help you plan what is taught, as well as when and how. The authors not only consider how to benefit from the opportunities home education provides, but also suggest creative ways to fill the potential gaps that might arise from not being part of the traditional school system.

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Book SynopsisEducational technology is controversial some see it as essential to providing free global learning, others view it as a dangerous distraction that undermines good education. In both instances, most theories that have previously been applied to educational technology do not account for the distinctive nature and vast potential of technology. This book addresses this issue, exploring how education has been bound up with technology from the beginning, and recognising that educational aims have already been shaped by technologies. Offering a dialogic' theory of educational technology, Rupert Wegerif and Louis Major respond to contemporary challenges to education within this book, including, but not limited to, climate change, misinformation on the internet and the impact of Artificial Intelligence.Chapters introduce, discuss, and contextualise key theories and illustrate through case studies their uses within a diverse range of educational contexts, spanning from pTrade ReviewThe book is an ambitious development of a theory of educational technology from historical, philosophical, psychological, and pedagogical perspectives. It is important for the EdTech community to have this challenge to our thinking, as the concept itself grows ever more complex. The authors argue from a strong foundational base of thinking through and enriching the idea of ‘dialogic education’. It will inform a deeper debate around the newly perceived roles and impact of AI.Diana Laurillard, Professor of Learning with Digital Technology, UCL.It’s sometimes said that pioneers in educational technology have no time for history and no use for theory. Setting cynicism aside, it remains true that connecting theory and practice in educational technology is difficult work, just as it is in education. Here’s the heart of this book’s argument: it is necessary to reframe the relations between technology and education, in theory and practice. Technology is not an adjunct to education. It precedes and gives purpose to education. It always has. Wegerif and Major succeed in opening a dialogic space within which we can collectively reshape relations between tools and goals, ideas and actions. This is a timely and important contribution.Peter Goodyear, Emeritus Professor of Education, The University of Sydney, AustraliaIn this volume, Wegerif and Major provide an inspired and innovative vision for understanding the role of technology in education. Written in an accessible way for wide readership, the authors harness “a new dialogic theory of educational technology” that both informs and benefits from the examples of pedagogical practice they provide. The result is a powerful set of insights into how new technologies affect both the individual and social dimensions of pedagogical practice. Their dialogic approach is perhaps the best way we have to date to generate these insights, and there are probably no other authors who could outline the practical applications so well. This volume promises to have major implications for several disciplines.James Wertsch, Department of Anthropology, Washington University in St. Louis.This inspiring book puts dialogue at the heart of a new technology-enhanced education. Combining the rich history of educational technology with illuminating case studies and philosophical depth, it makes a compelling case for a science of educational design that connects learners in creating meaning across cultures, spaces and times. The Theory of Educational Technology is deeply researched, lucid and optimistic. It offers educators, technologists, researchers and policy makers a shared foundation to build education for a digital future.Mike Sharples, Emeritus Professor of Educational Technology, Institute of Educational TechnologyIn a world of pandemics, social media, Internet information access and ChatGPT, schools hastily adopt online technologies. However, prevailing thinking about educational technology is steeped in outmoded perspectives. Sophisticated recent theories of dialogic learning and technology adaptation open new opportunities for educational approaches that avoid the perils of inappropriate technological tools. These new theories are based on sophisticated philosophical developments of the past hundred years, many of which are difficult to comprehend. Fortunately, this book reviews and considers deeply the most important innovative theories, pedagogies and technologies – and their philosophical bases – in an eminently readable, insightful, critical and coherent presentation.Gerry Stahl, Professor Emeritus of Information and Computer Science, Drexel University, USA, and Founding Editor, International Journal of Computer-Supported Collaborative LearningEducational science can be considered a design science, concerned with two questions: What should people learn and teach? And how can we assist people in pursuing such educational goals? This insightful book addresses these key questions with a focus on the design of educational technology. The dialogue between the concrete cases and theoretical framing shows how technology can be put to work in our endeavours to engage, support and connect students, and expand their horizons. The book is unique in combining philosophical depth with convincing examples.Arthur Bakker, Professor of STEM Education and Curriculum at the University of Amsterdam, the NetherlandsTable of Contents1. Introduction; 2. An alternative history of educational technology; 3. Affordance theory; 4. The 'grammar' of educational technology; 5. Steps towards a dialogic 'grammar'; 6. Heidegger's hammer; 7. The 'meaning' of technology; 8. Technology and expanding dialogic space; 9. Technology and expanding dialogic time; 10. Researching educational technology; 11. A dialogic foundation for the design and practice of educational technology

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Book SynopsisAdvanced Instructional Design Techniques provides comprehensive coverage of advanced topics in instructional design and development. This ideal resource for upper-level graduate coursework presents a thorough overview of theoretical foundations that support learning design beyond basic information processing and behaviorist principles, along with innovative strategies and problem-solving techniques to support designing for complex situations. Twelve wide-ranging chapters cover challenging topics such as needs assessment, sustainability, ethics, cognitive load, and more. Emphasizing reflective practice and decision-making in design environments, the book attends to the models and constructs that support context-specific instructional design across learning and training, from higher education and K-12 schooling to business and industry training to health care and public-sector services.Table of Contents1. Toward the Development of Expertise in Instructional Design 2. Decision-Making Strategies to Support Managing the Design Space 3. Reconsidering Needs Assessment in Instructional Design 4. Leveraging Learner Analysis to Foster Critical Consciousness 5. Developing a Localization of Context to Support Transfer of Learning 6. Fostering Knowledge Acquisition Through Authentic Learning 7. Instructional Strategies that Promote Generative Learning 8. Scaffolding Instruction to Support Self-Regulation of Learners 9. Motivational Design Practices to Support Knowledge Acquisition 10. Attending to Infrastructure for Implementation 11. Assessing the Sustainability of Instruction 12. Ethical Considerations in Instructional Design

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Book SynopsisA Complete & Practical Toolkit for Successful Virtual Training Create the most effective virtual training solutions for your organization by using the right tools for the right learning situation. In this updated edition of Virtual Training Tools and Templates, online learning pioneer Cindy Huggett expands on her first edition by adding more than 80 new tools and sharing her most powerful ones to help training professionals create engaging virtual learning that leads to results. Whether you’re a training program manager, designer, facilitator, or producer, you’ll find expert guidance on selecting the right technology, working with IT colleagues, designing creative programs, developing activities, and facilitating experiences to engage and inspire learners. The new edition includes: 185 checklists, worksheets, questionnaires, templates, and other training and learning aids that provide accessible, effective virtual learning for everyone Tips on incorporating the latest trends in hybrid, immersive, and global classrooms More than a dozen tools for measuring your program’s success so you can move forward with confidence Resources to make the behind-the-scenes work of producers and administrators more effective For a complete reference on virtual training, see Cindy’s companion volume, The Virtual Training Guidebook, second edition, which offers step-by-step advice for planning, designing, and building high-impact programs. These two volumes combined cover what you need to know to design and deliver successful virtual training.

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Book SynopsisFrom MOOCs to autograders to computerized tutors, technologies designed for large-scale learning have never lived up to the hype. Despite its promise, Justin Reich shows that technology cannot transform our classrooms on its own. Successful education reform, he concludes, will focus on incremental institutional change, not the next killer app.Trade ReviewAs the pandemic forces so many school systems and learning institutions to move online, the desire to educate students well using online tools and platforms is more pressing than ever. But as Justin Reich illustrates in his new book, Failure to Disrupt, there are no easy solutions or one-size-fits-all tools that can aid in this transition, and many recent technologies that were expected to radically change schooling have instead been used in ways that perpetuate existing systems and their attendant inequalities. -- Kanwal Singh * Science *In a few dozen pages, Reich lays out the embarrassing cycle of copied ideas, massive hype, enormous wasted funding and the unmet promises of edtech—why so many innovations and companies find only dramatically downsized and incremental uses, leaving education fundamentally not disrupted over and over again…A must-read for the education-invested as well as the education-interested. -- Derek Newton * Forbes *I'm not sure if Reich is as famous outside of learning science and online education circles as he is inside. He should be…Reading and talking about Failure to Disrupt should be a prerequisite for any big institutional learning technology initiatives coming out of COVID-19. -- Joshua Kim * Inside Higher Ed *Helps readers understand the systems operating through ed tech over the last 60 years: how venture capital backed technologies fall short of disruption; why people prefer incremental changes in how we learn, rarely transforming pedagogy; that tech—even when it’s free—favors those who already have privilege. -- Ki Sung * KQED *His account of digital technology, neither utopian nor dystopian, offers ‘a tinkerer’s guide to learning at scale,’ to fit—not disrupt—the complex system of school and university education. * Nature *Reich is to be congratulated on writing an important corrective to our public fascination with ‘disrupting’ higher education. It is all the more devastating for its even-handedness. There is no cheap online solution to delivering world class higher education that meets our nation’s ideals and needs. Anything proposed to do so runs roughshod over closely held values: rigor, access, equality, and justice. This is a must-read for anyone with even a passing interest in the present and future of higher education. -- Tressie McMillan Cottom, author of Lower Ed: The Troubling Rise of For-Profit Colleges in the New EconomyThis magisterial book offers a remarkable account of the different approaches to online learning and what can be expected of them. Comprehensive, wide-ranging, and incisive, this book offers a definitive account of the past, present, and future of technology-assisted learning. If you had to pick one book to learn about all things online learning, this would be the one. -- Jal Mehta, coauthor of In Search of Deeper Learning: The Quest to Remake the American High SchoolIf you have already decided that educational technology is a utopia or a dystopia, there’s no need to read this—or, indeed, any—book. But if you desire a clear, balanced, and insightful evaluation of the range of educational technologies, Justin Reich’s book will inform and delight you. -- Howard Gardner, author of Frames of Mind: The Theory of Multiple Intelligences Technology in learning carries a high cost economically and culturally. In a game of trade-offs between efficiency and human development, research remains the critical lens to guide decisions. This exceptional book is the best resource currently available to guide readers to understanding the failure of technology in classrooms, what needs to be done to make a real impact, and the critical importance of education as community. -- George Siemens, Executive Director of the Learning Innovation and Networked Knowledge Research Lab, The University of Texas at Arlington

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Book SynopsisBrother, Sister, and Honey Bear teach children how to develop patience through their gardening experience. Young readers will develop an understanding of the virtues of trust and patience?in this addition to The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series. Join the Berenstain Bears as they explore the value of trusting in God and sowing patience in The Berenstain Bears Patience, Please. Children will discover ways to implement traditional values and share God’s goodness in Zonderkidz The Berenstain Bears Living Lights™ series of books.The Berenstain Bears Patience, Please: Encourages age-appropriate discussions about patience and self-control An engaging story about the virtue of patience and placing things in God’s hands Perfect for early readers ages 4-8, reading out loud at home or in a classroom Perfect for back-to-school reading, summer reading, birthday gift

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Book SynopsisHow can you turn a day filled with normal things like breakfast and chores into an unforgettable adventure? Use your IMAGINATION! Little Helper, Big Imagination, by Really Very Crunchy mom and author Emily Morrow, is a unique picture book perfect for kids and grownups looking to transform an ordinary day into something playful and fun.Any task can be turned into an opportunity for fun if you’re ready to use your imagination.Little Helper, Big Imagination: Is the perfect read-aloud for parents and children setting goals for family chores and a springboard for discussion on how to make at-home responsibilities more fun A fun read for children ages 4-8 that encourages independent play and imagination Presents the conce

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Book SynopsisWhen the Daniels sisters head out for their annual week’s stay at Camp Caracara they anticipate making many more good memories at one of their favorite places in the world. But from the very start, Amber realizes that this year’s time at camp is going to be very different for her.

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Book SynopsisDesigning Personalized Learning Experiences offers theoretically grounded and pragmatic approaches to designing personalized learning initiatives for higher education and organizational contexts. With current research concluding that a multitude of variables can enable learners to direct their own experiences and achieve their goals, new guidance is needed to hone the range of instructional approaches, activities, and interactions available to support adult learners. This book offers practical strategies on how to design and implement effective personalized learning interventions, advance learning and engagement, encourage ownership over the learning process, and decrease attrition.Professionals in instructional design, learning and development, organizational development, consultancies, and beyond will be emboldened by the work to leverage a mix of technology-enabled social and content interactions.Table of Contents1. The History of Personalized Learning 2. Approaches to Personalized Learning 3. Designing Personalized Learning Experiences Using the PL Interaction Framework (PLiF) 4. Designing for Learner–Content Interaction 5. Designing for Learner–Learner Interaction 6. Designing for Learner–Small Group Interaction 7. Designing for Learner–Mentor, Coach, or AI Interaction 8. Designing for Learner–Social Network Interaction 9. Evaluating Personalized Learning Designs 10. Empowering Learners to Engage in Personalized Learning Experiences

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Book SynopsisEmerging from personal experience and empirical research, Doing Doctoral Research at a Distance is a key companion text for doctoral students from a range of research fields and geographical contexts who are undertaking off-campus, hybrid, and remote pathways.Offering guidance about the entire off-campus doctoral journey, the book introduces contexts of distance study; key information to get off to a flying start; organising time, space and plans to get work done; juggling employment, family and other commitments alongside distance study; doctoral identity and wellbeing; working with doctoral supervisors at a distance; accessing research culture at a distance; and managing the bumps along the road of the distance doctorate. Written for doctoral researchers, this book offers strategies to help those working at a distance to flourish.This book is ideally suited for those contemplating distance study, distance doctoral students who are starting their off-campus journey, and supervisors and others who are working with distance doctoral researchers.âInsider Guides to Success in Academiaâ offers support and practical advice to doctoral students and early-career researchers. Covering the topics that really matter, but which often get overlooked, this indispensable series provides practical and realistic guidance to address many of the needs and challenges of trying to operate, and remain, in academia. These neat pocket guides fill specific and significant gaps in current literature. Each book offers insider perspectives on the often implicit rules of the game â the things you need to know but usually arenât told by institutional postgraduate support, researcher development units, or supervisors â and will address a practical topic that is key to career progression. They are essential reading for doctoral students, earlycareer researchers, supervisors, mentors, or anyone looking to launch or maintain their career in academia.

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Book SynopsisEvery generation faces challenges, but never before have young people been so aware of theirs. Whether due to school strikes for climate change, civil war, or pandemic lockdowns, almost every child in the world has experienced the interruption of their schooling by outside forces. When the world we have taken for granted proves so unstable, it gives rise to the question: what is schooling for? Thrive advocates a new purpose for education, in a rapidly changing world, and analyses the reasons why change is urgently needed in our education systems. The book identifies four levels of thriving: global ? our place in the planet; societal ? localities, communities, economies; interpersonal ? our relationships; intrapersonal ? the self. Chapters provide research-based theoretical evidence for each area, followed by practical international case studies showing how individual schools are addressing these considerable challenges. Humanity''s challenges are shifting fast: schools need to be a part of the response.Trade Review'Drawing on careful scholarship as well as vivid examples of practice, Thrive is an impressive reflection on education in our time.' Howard Gardner, Hobbs Research Professor of Cognition and Education, Harvard Graduate School of Education'Valerie Hannon and Amelia Peterson paint an unsettling picture of the growing gap between the knowledge, skills, attitudes and values that tomorrow's world will require and what our current school systems provide. But the most compelling part of the book lies in the scenarios and answers it provides to close this gap, and to do so not by replacing schools but by reimagining and transforming them.' Andreas Schleicher, Director for Education and Skills at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and DevelopmentTable of Contents1. The need for purpose: why we have to ask 'why?'; 2. New answers to 'why'; 3. The context for a new purpose: an age of disruption; 4. What does it mean to 'thrive' – globally?; 5. Pathfinders for a thriving planet; 6. Stronger together: building thriving societies; 7. Pathfinders for thriving societies; 8. The inter-personal purpose; growing strong bonds; 9. Pathfinders for thriving relationships; 10. Me, myself and I: towards the thriving self; 11. pathfinders for the thriving self; 12. Agency: a key outcome for learners; 13. From schools to learning ecosystems; 14. Beyond beautiful exceptions: the challenge of scale; 15. Getting purposeful.

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Book SynopsisThe International Handbook of e-Learning, Volume 2 provides a comprehensive compendium of implementation and practice in all aspects of e-learning, one of the most significant ongoing global developments in the entire field of education. Covering the integration, challenges, implications, and context-appropriate use of open education networks, blended learning, mobile technologies, social media, and other platforms in a variety of unique international settings, these thirty contributions illustrate the wide-ranging applications and solutions made possible by this rapidly growing new paradigm. Case studies are driven by empirical research and attention to cultural specificity, while future research needs are discussed in relation to both confirmed practice and recent changes in the field. The book will be of interest to anyone seeking to create and sustain meaningful, supportive learning environments within today's anytime, anywhere framework, from teachers, administrators, anTable of ContentsPrefaceForwardAcknowledgementsAbout the EditorsContributing AuthorsChapter 1: Opening Digital Learning for Deeper Inquiry, Jon Mason and Hitendra PillayChapter 2: Using Social Media in the Online Classroom, Lisa Marie Blaschke and Jane BrindleyChapter 3: The integration of educational technology in education and in the workplace: An organizational perspective, Claude MartelChapter 4: Mobile learning in higher education: Current status and future possibilities, Yasemin Gulbahar, Carolyne Jacobs, and König AndreasChapter 5: Media-Based Learning Methodology: Stories, Games, and Emotions, Prof. Dr. habil. Hans W. GiessenChapter 6: A Case of Distance Education through Social Network Sites, Giovanni FariasChapter 7: Multimedia production projects: relevant issues and possible models for mobile learning, Izabel de Moraes Sarmento Rego, Joni de Almeida Amorim, and Per M. GustavssonChapter 8: Learners of Digital Era (LoDE): What’s true, and what’s just hype about the so-called digital natives, Emanuele Rapetti and Lorenzo CantoniChapter 9: Blended Learning in Higher Education, Fayiz M. AldhafeeriChapter 10: ePortfolio Development and the Potential Relationship to Learning Theories, Anthony RalstonChapter 11: Development of a context appropriate E-learning site, Tanim Ashraf, Shekh Mohammad Mahbubul Kadir, and Sanjib SahaChapter 12: Education’s Second Life: Virtual Learning in Higher Education, Shelagh McGarth and Carlo M. TrentadueChapter 13: Lifelong Learners and Teachers’ Time Management Competency in E-learning, M. Romero and E. BarberàChapter 14: Library Support for Online Learners, Katherine M. TylerChapter 15: 2D and 3D virtual environments: communication potentialities for E-learning education, Tatiana Stofella Sodré Rossini and Edméa Oliveira dos SantosChapter 16: Open and Virtual Universities Worldwide, Susan Bainbridge and Mohamed AllyChapter 17: E-learning and mobile learning development in the State of Qatar, Martha Robinson, Mohamed Ally, and Mohammed SamakaChapter 18: Implementing Mobile Learning Devices into Tertiary Classrooms: A UAE Case Study, Troy Priest and Kevin SchoeppChapter 19: E-learning Implementation at an Open University: The case of Universitas Terbuka (The Indonesia Open University), Dewi Padmo and Sri HarijatiChapter 20: Maximizing Study Hours with Cloud and Mobile Based E-learning: A case study at a full-online university in Japan, Hiroshi Kawahara, Miwako Nogimori, and Sayaka MatsumotoChapter 21: E learning in India, Ramesh C. Sharma and Sanjaya MishraChapter 22: Using mobile phones for teacher professional development in Bangladesh: Views of secondary school teachers and teacher facilitators, Robina Shaheen and Ashok Paul KumarChapter 23: Managing the change during E-learning integration in Higher Education: A case study from Saudi Arabia, Khalid Alshahrani and Len CairnsChapter 24: Issues and Implications of Integrating E-learning at Arab Universities, Ali Al-Musawi and Mary Lane-KelsoChapter 25: E-learning for Continuing and Professional Development, Angela Kwan and Mary WilsonChapter 26: Using the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology and Dewey’s Theory of Experience to Interpret Faculty Experience of E-learning at One School of Public Health, Terry Kidd and Jean MadsenChapter 27: A Blended Learning Approach to Team-Oriented Work in Large Classes: A Facebook Case Study, Salys SultanChapter 28: Mobile Learning BYOD implementation in an Intensive English Program, Rasha AlokailyChapter 29: Blended Learning and Teaching - a Panacea for Students with Learning Disabilities, Edith GotesmanChapter 30: Supporting student engagement in E-learning in a resource constrained institution: experiences from Makerere university, Michael WalimbwaIndex

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Book SynopsisHosts of the Homeschool Unrefined Podcast show you how let go of traditional measures of success, and instead measure learning by curiosity, joy, self-regulation, and critical thinking.Children deserve more than the systems we''re currently using to educate them. Hardworking teachers, diligent administrators, and devoted parents are trying their best in an outdated system that isn''t meeting our children''s complex needs. Instead, imagine a different way to learn.With helpful, practical tips and anecdotes from homeschooling families, this guide covers all you need to know about learning differences, mental health, devices and technology, socialization, and more. It''s for traditional school families who are learning to balance outer expectations with their own needs with a different way of learning. It''s for homeschool families who are looking for a more inclusive, supportive, and authentic approach. Angela and Maren pair their years of teaching in a variety

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Book SynopsisWhen the internet became a viable instructional delivery medium, online learning began to rapidly expand. Shortly thereafter, the need for online teaching approaches promptly emerged. As web-based technologies evolve rapidly, online planning and teaching skills are becoming even more necessary prerequisites for online teaching.Utilizing a 5-Stage Learning Model for Planning and Teaching Online Courses: Emerging Research and Opportunities is a cutting-edge scholarly publication that combines the instructional system design approach (ISD) with the current and emerging instructional technologies for planning and teaching effective and successful online courses. It also offers recommendations that focus on best practice experiences for engaging online students and motivating them to be active participants in an online class. Highlighting a range of topics such as data analysis, educational collaboration, and student engagement, this book is essential for instructional designers, curriculum developers, educational software developers, academicians, teachers, administrators, researchers, and students. It can also be used by training specialists who are employed by universities, cooperation, or government agencies and charged to develop and teach online classes of professional development or web-based military training.

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Book SynopsisThis open access handbook offers a one-stop-shop for both new and established researchers, educators, policy makers and administrators in the field of open, distance and digital education (ODDE) to gain a comprehensive overview of the history, theory and practice at all levels of ODDE, and at the same time stimulates in-depth discussions on various themes and issues of ODDE for today and future. Researchers, scholars and students in the field of ODDE can use this handbook as a major reference to conduct their own research and learning agendas.To cover the field comprehensively, the handbook is structured following the 3M framework developed by one of the chief editors Zawacki-Richter. The 3M framework categorizes the major research areas and issues in ODDE on three levels. Accordingly, the handbook is divided into six sections in total, two section at each of the three levels: 1) Macro Level – ODDE Systems and Theories, 2) Meso Level - Institutional Perspectives, Management and Organization, and 3) Micro Level – Learning and Teaching in ODDE.This is an open access book.Table of ContentsSection 1: History, Theory and Research in ODDE.- Section 2: Global Perspectives and Internationalization.- Section 3: Organization, Leadership and Change.- Section 4: Infrastructure, Quality Assurance and Support Systems.- Section 5: Learners, Teachers, Media and Technology.- Section 6: Design, Delivery and Assessment.

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