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Academic Pursuits

Author : Guy R McPherson
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 286 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (725 download)

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Download or read book Academic Pursuits written by Guy R McPherson and published by . This book was released on 2020-12-02 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gary had the perfect job, the perfect wife, the perfect dog, indeed, it was the perfect life, and yet, somehow, he was making a perfect mess of it all. Being a high-ranking professor of journalism at his university put him in the awkward position of not only needing to know the truth but also to share it. He was getting a reputation for having a big mouth. Teaching that kind of idealism to his students was getting harder when his superiors were watching his every move and hoping he wouldn't notice their shenanigans. They were ready to go to any lengths to keep him quiet, and he was ready to fight back with the almighty powerful pen, and a bunch of scrappy students.A hilarious romp through the ivory towers of a state university, inspired by not so true events, fantastically unrealistic characters, and completely fabricated names and places-"wink, wink". Sprinkled with Merge-Matics like "Night of the Living Dead Poets Society: A mid-career professor in the humanities continuously re-lives the same poor performance in the classroom, as much to his own chagrin as that of his students." This is the first work of fiction by the legendary Dr. McXtinction, a.k.a., Guy McPherson. Written over two decades ago, this second edition is sure to entertain and maybe even inspire.

Trailblazer by Grace: Educational Pursuit

Author : Basil Orioghae Ikede
Publisher : FriesenPress
ISBN 13 : 1525546864
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (255 download)

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Download or read book Trailblazer by Grace: Educational Pursuit written by Basil Orioghae Ikede and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2019-07-05 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Growing up, Basil understood two principles early on – he was not physically or mentally suited to the drudgery that he saw throughout his village, and education could offer him a way out of his situation. After this early realization, young Basil relied on his Christian faith and hard work to successfully develop his intellectual talents and to take advantage of the opportunities that presented themselves. In many cases, each opportunity did not immediately come with the funds to support it. But the finances always worked out. Recognizing the sacrifices that his family had made to support his academic pursuits, Professor Ikede has conscientiously repaid the debt in kind and cash, helping family members and acquaintances to persevere through their own scholarly and personal challenges. Throughout his journey from boyhood in a poor rural Nigerian village to a successful academic at the University of Ibadan to a distinguished scholar at Atlantic Canada’s only veterinary college, Dr. Ikede has helped to pave the way for others. This autobiography is a testament to Basil’s determination to realize his own hopes and dreams, to express his belief in God’s goodness, and to fulfill his desire to help others.

Autoethnographic Tactics to Closing the Gap on Educational Attainment

Author : Thrower, Anika Chanell
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 281 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (693 download)

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Book Synopsis Autoethnographic Tactics to Closing the Gap on Educational Attainment by : Thrower, Anika Chanell

Download or read book Autoethnographic Tactics to Closing the Gap on Educational Attainment written by Thrower, Anika Chanell and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2024-03-01 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The history of education attainment in underrepresented populations, the education gap, undereducation, and socio-economic status have a multitude of cumulative causes, that must be carefully analyzed and considered in order to tackle these problems. This book offers valuable insights on the background of these issues, and addresses stressors, structural inequalities, microaggressions, imposter syndrome, and underscores the importance of supporting relationships, including mentorship, role models, and quality relationships with family, friends, classmates, and community. Autoethnographic Tactics to Closing the Gap on Educational Attainment is co-edited by Anika Chanell Thrower, Alex Evangelista, Ruth Baker-Gardner, and Hammed Oladeji Mogaji. The co-editors bring a wealth of experience and expertise to this publication. Through their work, the co-editors are committed to promoting access to higher education and improving outcomes for marginalized populations. This essential resource is designed for scholars interested in promoting cultural awareness, equity, and diversity in higher education institutions, and it provides must-read perspectives for instructors teaching stress management courses, diversity and inclusion departments, campus sustainability departments, and others. This book offers a detailed analysis of the enrollment crisis, strategies to address its many sources, and is an important contribution to the ongoing conversation about equity and access in higher education.

Qi Men Dun Jia Forecasting Methods - Wealth and Life Pursuits (Book 1)

Author : Joey Yap
Publisher : Joey Yap Research Group
ISBN 13 : 9670310717
Total Pages : 296 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (73 download)

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Download or read book Qi Men Dun Jia Forecasting Methods - Wealth and Life Pursuits (Book 1) written by Joey Yap and published by Joey Yap Research Group . This book was released on 2013-11-01 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore possibilities and outcomes with the ancient art of Qi Men Qi Men Dun Jia Forecasting Methods - Wealth and Life Pursuits (Book 1) is a practical and easy-to-use reference book on utilising the ancient art of Qi Men for divination or forecasting. In this first instalment on forecasting methods, learn how to divine subjects related to a person’s prospects in pursuit of his or her calling and fortune in life.

Academic Motivation of Adolescents

Author : Tim Urdan
Publisher : IAP
ISBN 13 : 1607525542
Total Pages : 389 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (75 download)

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Download or read book Academic Motivation of Adolescents written by Tim Urdan and published by IAP. This book was released on 2002-09-01 with total page 389 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Few academic issues are of greater concern to teachers, parents, and school administrators than the academic motivation of the adolescents in their care. There are good reasons for this concern. Students who are academically motivated perform better in school, value their schooling, are future-oriented in their academic pursuits, and possess the academic confidence and positive feelings of self-worth so necessary to increasing academic achievement. Because academically motivated students engage their schoolwork with confidence and interest, they are less likely to drop out of school, suffer fewer disciplinary problems, and prove resilient in the face of setbacks and obstacles. It is precisely because academic motivation is so essential to academic achievement that motivation has taken a place along with cognition as one of the most followed lines of inquiry in educational psychology. In this volume, we are fortunate to gather together some of the most eminent scholars who have written extensively about the academic motivation of adolescents. We are fortunate also in that they represent the varied theories and lines of inquiry that currently dominate research in this area. In all, we believe that in the dozen chapters that comprise this volume, the authors provide elegant insights regarding the academic and social motivation of adolescents that will prove of interest to researchers, students, teachers, school administrators, parents, policymakers, and all others who play a pivotal role or are otherwise invested in the lives of adolescents in today's society. It is our hope that these insights will not only further the conversation on adolescence and education, but will serve as the impetus for further research capable of generating the creative ideas, programs, and structures so necessary to better the lives of the young people in our care.

Feeling Academic in the Neoliberal University

Author : Yvette Taylor
Publisher : Springer
ISBN 13 : 3319642243
Total Pages : 377 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (196 download)

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Download or read book Feeling Academic in the Neoliberal University written by Yvette Taylor and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-02-09 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book offers a contemporary account of what it means to inhabit academia as a privilege, risk, entitlement or a failure. Drawing on international perspectives from a range of academic disciplines, it asks whether feminist spaces can offer freedom or flight from the corporatized and commercialized neoliberal university. How are feminist voices felt, heard, received, silenced, and masked? What is it to be a feminist academic in the neoliberal university? How are expectations, entitlements and burdens felt in inhabiting feminist positions and what of 'bad feeling' or 'unhappiness' amongst feminists? The volume consider these issues from across the career course, including from 'early career' and senior established scholars, as these diverse categories are themselves entangled in academic structures, sentiments and subjectivities; they are solidified in, for example, entry and promotion schemes as well as funding calls, and they ask us to identify in particular stages of 'being' or 'becoming' academic, while arguably denying the possibility of ever arriving. It will be essential reading for students and researchers in the areas of Education, Sociology, and Gender Studies.

Stoicism Unbound: Navigating the Modern World with Ancient Wisdom.

Author : Priscilla Rogers
Publisher : Priscilla Rogers
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 205 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book Stoicism Unbound: Navigating the Modern World with Ancient Wisdom. written by Priscilla Rogers and published by Priscilla Rogers. This book was released on with total page 205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on a transformative journey with "Stoicism Unbound," a book that seamlessly weaves ancient wisdom into the fabric of the modern world. In this compelling exploration, discover how the timeless philosophy of Stoicism adapts to contemporary challenges, offering practical insights for individuals seeking meaning, resilience, and ethical guidance in a rapidly changing society. Dive into the adaptable nature of Stoicism, a philosophy that transcends cultural and temporal boundaries. "Stoicism Unbound" delves into the philosophy's core principles—wisdom, courage, justice, and temperance—and demonstrates their relevance in addressing pressing issues of the 21st century. Explore the impact of the Modern Stoicism movement and how it has brought Stoic teachings into mainstream consciousness. Through engaging narratives, the book introduces readers to a global community seeking solace and guidance in Stoicism, fostering a shared understanding of its timeless principles. Uncover the profound connection between Stoicism and mental health. "Stoicism Unbound" demonstrates how Stoic principles align with contemporary approaches to mental well-being, providing practical strategies for navigating stress, anxiety, and existential concerns in today's fast-paced world. Witness the influence of Stoicism in ethical leadership, environmental stewardship, and education. The book explores how Stoic virtues contribute to the development of ethical leaders, inspire a sense of responsibility towards the environment, and enhance the holistic development of individuals in educational settings. As technological advancements shape the future, "Stoicism Unbound" guides readers through the ethical considerations of innovation. Discover how Stoicism offers a philosophical lens for contemplating the consequences of technological progress and encourages responsible and thoughtful engagement with emerging technologies. "Stoicism Unbound" invites readers to embrace Stoicism not as a relic of the past but as a living, breathing philosophy that empowers individuals to navigate the complexities of the modern world with wisdom, resilience, and a commitment to virtue. Immerse yourself in this transformative journey and unlock the timeless secrets of living a meaningful and fulfilling life in the 21st century.

Achieving High Educational Standards for All

Author : National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
ISBN 13 : 0309083036
Total Pages : 301 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (9 download)

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Download or read book Achieving High Educational Standards for All written by National Research Council and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2002-05-11 with total page 301 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume summarizes a range of scientific perspectives on the important goal of achieving high educational standards for all students. Based on a conference held at the request of the U.S. Department of Education, it addresses three questions: What progress has been made in advancing the education of minority and disadvantaged students since the historic Brown v. Board of Education decision nearly 50 years ago? What does research say about the reasons of successes and failures? What are some of the strategies and practices that hold the promise of producing continued improvements? The volume draws on the conclusions of a number of important recent NRC reports, including How People Learn, Preventing Reading Difficulties in Young Children, Eager to Learn, and From Neurons to Neighborhoods, among others. It includes an overview of the conference presentations and discussions, the perspectives of the two co-moderators, and a set of background papers on more detailed issues.

Education and Justice

Author : Edmund W. Gordon
Publisher : Teachers College Press
ISBN 13 : 9780807738443
Total Pages : 222 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (384 download)

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Download or read book Education and Justice written by Edmund W. Gordon and published by Teachers College Press. This book was released on 1999 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a renowned humanist, psychologist, and educator, Dr. Gordon is an African American who has spent most of his life in racially integrated sections of society, but he has never completely lost the sense that he is representing those who have been relegated to "the back of the bus." Both scholarly and accessible, this book examines many of the most important issues of educational theory and practice and places them in the context of the social justice imperative. Each section of essays -- including two new essays prepared especially for this book -- is introduced with commentaries in which the author contextualizes and explains the continuing relevance of the issues for today's educator.

School Systems, Parent Behavior, and Academic Achievement

Author : Emma Sorbring
Publisher : Springer Nature
ISBN 13 : 3030282775
Total Pages : 151 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (32 download)

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Download or read book School Systems, Parent Behavior, and Academic Achievement written by Emma Sorbring and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2019-09-17 with total page 151 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume takes an international and multidisciplinary approach to understanding students’ academic achievement. It does so by integrating educational literature with developmental psychology and family studies perspectives. Each of the nine chapters focuses on a particular country: China, Colombia, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, the Philippines, Sweden, Thailand, or the United States. It describes the country as a cultural context, examines the current school system and parenting in light of the school system, and provides empirical evidence from that country regarding links between parenting and students’ academic achievement. The book highlights similarities and differences in education and parenting across these nine countries - all varying widely in socioeconomic and cultural factors that affect schools and families. The volume contributes to greater understanding of links between parenting and academic performance in different cultural groups. It sheds light on how school systems and parenting are embedded in larger cultural settings that have implications for students’ educational experiences and academic achievement. As two of the most important contexts in which children and adolescents spend time, understanding how schools and families jointly contribute to academic achievement holds promise for advancing the international agenda of promoting quality education for all.

The Organization of Academic Work

Author : Peter M. Blau
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 100066418X
Total Pages : 324 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (6 download)

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Download or read book The Organization of Academic Work written by Peter M. Blau and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2021-12-17 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book originated in an analysis of government bureaucracies. Peter Blau was led to wonder whether corresponding patterns are observable in the administrative structures of other types of organisations. This text examines the institutions of higher education, which Blau believes are the formal organisations that differ most in objectives and performance from government bureaucracies.

Self Control in Society, Mind, and Brain

Author : Ran Hassin
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 019974162X
Total Pages : 575 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (997 download)

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Download or read book Self Control in Society, Mind, and Brain written by Ran Hassin and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2010-04-12 with total page 575 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents social, cognitive and neuroscientific approaches to the study of self-control, connecting recent work in cognitive and social psychology with recent advances in cognitive and social neuroscience. In bringing together multiple perspectives on self-control dilemmas from internationally renowned researchers in various allied disciplines, this is the first single-reference volume to illustrate the richness, depth, and breadth of the research in the new field of self control.

Motivational Science

Author : Edward Tory Higgins
Publisher : Psychology Press
ISBN 13 : 9780863776960
Total Pages : 478 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (769 download)

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Download or read book Motivational Science written by Edward Tory Higgins and published by Psychology Press. This book was released on 2000 with total page 478 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A current collection of articles that define the field of motivational science.

Handbook of Research on Mixed Methods Research in Information Science

Author : Ngulube, Patrick
Publisher : IGI Global
ISBN 13 : 1799888460
Total Pages : 737 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (998 download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Research on Mixed Methods Research in Information Science written by Ngulube, Patrick and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2021-11-26 with total page 737 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mixed methods research is becoming prevalent in many fields, yet little has been done to elevate mixed methods research in information science. A comprehensive picture of information science and its problems is needed to further understand and address the issues associated with it as well as how mixed methods research can be adapted and used. The Handbook of Research on Mixed Methods Research in Information Science discusses the quality of mixed methods studies and methodological transparency, sampling in mixed methods research, and the application of theory in mixed methods research throughout various contexts. Covering topics such as the issues and potential directions for further research in mixed methods, this comprehensive major reference work is ideal for researchers, policymakers, academicians, librarians, practitioners, instructors, and students.

Handbook of Motivation at School

Author : Kathryn R. Wentzel
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1135592926
Total Pages : 701 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (355 download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Motivation at School written by Kathryn R. Wentzel and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2009-09-10 with total page 701 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Handbook of Motivation at School presents the first comprehensive and integrated compilation of theory and research on children’s motivation at school. It covers the major theoretical perspectives in the field as well as their application to instruction, learning, and social adjustment at school. Key Features: Comprehensive – no other book provides such a comprehensive overview of theory and research on children’s motivation at school. Theoretical & Applied – the book provides a review of current motivation theories by the developers of those theories as well as attention to the application of motivation theory and research in classrooms and schools. Chapter Structure – chapters within each section follow a similar structure so that there is uniformity across chapters. Commentaries – each section ends with a commentary that provides clear directions for future research.

Advances in Technological Innovations in Higher Education

Author : Adarsh Garg
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 1003859755
Total Pages : 203 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (38 download)

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Download or read book Advances in Technological Innovations in Higher Education written by Adarsh Garg and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2024-03-29 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The evolution of technology in education can no longer be comprehended simply by looking at the use of computers and networks. Technology is not just a supplementary tool to the conventional method of education. Education has to undergo a complete transformation with technological innovations for the sustainability of quality education as a system and not in silos. Sustainability in education also necessitates a more workable strategy to realize socially viable educational policies and practices which can focus more on personalized learning. Due to various factors like emerging technologies; changing needs of the learners; policy reforms for enhancing employability; and emphasis on uninterrupted education as in the case of the pandemic scenario of COVID-19, there is a need to steer a major transition in the education system. The education system has to be real and proficient for it to be instrumental to nurture an informed and knowledgeable society. This book on technological innovations in higher education is organized, largely, based on the diversity of higher education ecosystems that are supported by technological innovations. Various author viewpoints give insights into the full potential of technology as well as its risks in interrelated areas of higher education to work towards sustainability of value-based quality education across the globe.

Race at the Top

Author : Natasha Warikoo
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
ISBN 13 : 0226819337
Total Pages : 251 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (268 download)

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Download or read book Race at the Top written by Natasha Warikoo and published by University of Chicago Press. This book was released on 2022-05-18 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illuminating, in-depth look at competition in suburban high schools with growing numbers of Asian Americans, where white parents are determined to ensure that their children remain at the head of the class. The American suburb conjures an image of picturesque privilege: manicured lawns, quiet streets, and—most important to parents—high-quality schools. These elite enclaves are also historically white, allowing many white Americans to safeguard their privileges by using public schools to help their children enter top colleges. That’s changing, however, as Asian American professionals increasingly move into wealthy suburban areas to give their kids that same leg up for their college applications and future careers. As Natasha Warikoo shows in Race at the Top, white and Asian parents alike will do anything to help their children get to the top of the achievement pile. She takes us into the affluent suburban East Coast school she calls “Woodcrest High,” with a student body about one-half white and one-third Asian American. As increasing numbers of Woodcrest’s Asian American students earn star-pupil status, many whites feel displaced from the top of the academic hierarchy, and their frustrations grow. To maintain their children’s edge, some white parents complain to the school that schoolwork has become too rigorous. They also emphasize excellence in extracurriculars like sports and theater, which maintains their children’s advantage. Warikoo reveals how, even when they are bested, white families in Woodcrest work to change the rules in their favor so they can remain the winners of the meritocracy game. Along the way, Warikoo explores urgent issues of racial and economic inequality that play out in affluent suburban American high schools. Caught in a race for power and privilege at the very top of society, what families in towns like Woodcrest fail to see is that everyone in their race is getting a medal—the children who actually lose are those living beyond their town’s boundaries.