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Kafka For Children And Adults - Stories By Franz Kafka, Illustrated By Hanna Koch

by Franz Kafka; Illustration: Hanna Koch

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 The stories by Franz Kafka, illustrated by Hanna Koch, resemble fairy tales, enabling childrento discover the beauty of this prose. But that is not all: The stories by the renowned writer alsoappear in a new light for young people as well as for adults of all ages.The stories: The Bucket Rider, Before the law, The Stork in the Room, Wish to Be an Indian, Eve andAdam, House Pet, The Trees, Poseidon
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Being In Shadow And Light - Academics In Post/Conflict Higher Education

by Dina Zoe Belluigi

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 Academia and its citizens, during periods of political violence and social conflict, are often overlooked. When attention is given, the focus tends to be on student activism, access to higher education, or curriculum development. The experiences of academics affected by conflict remain under-researched, despite the crucial role they play as educators and in generating, documenting, preserving and challenging knowledges. This is particularly concerning given that academics have−and continue to be−at risk as targets of sanction, persecution and oppression. This edited volume seeks to address this gap by exploring, and evoking, the complexities of academic subjectivity, place and practice in contexts where intellectual and state authority are contested or in transition. It features contributions by academics, artists and memory activists who have stepped bravely outside of the parameters of their disciplines, with modes of enquiry and representation that include conversations, vignettes and case studies, critical ethnographies, oral life histories, interviews, poetry and collage. Within the ten chapters are consideration of conflicts within Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, England, Mexico, Nigeria, Northern Ireland, Palestine, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Syria and Venezuela. Being in Shadow and Light encourages a deeper understanding of academics’ navigation of these difficult conditions. The authors’ insider-outsider positioning brings forth the richness of ways through dilemmas−of omission, trauma, displacement, inheritance, injustice, distortion, desire. Grounding the many social, cultural, economic, and epistemic politics within academia, troubles the enclosure of ‘conflict’ in politics at the grand level, as if only within the realm of interest for state and international actors. Against sanitising the uncertainties and particularities of being an academic figure, the authors reflect on the states and sites of conflict as spaces which shape living. This work is a call to recognize, document and study the often-overlooked subjectivities and contributions of academics thinking and practicing within societies undergoing conflict(s) and in their aftermath. As such, it will be of interest to academics, students and staff working within universities, as well audiences interested in intellectuals and institutions in contexts undergoing change.
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Breaking Images - Iconoclastic Analyses Of Mathematics And Its Education

by Brian Greer

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 Mathematics is an activity—something we do—not just something inert that we study. This rich collection begins from that premise to explore the various social influences, institutional forces and lived realities that shape and mould the study and practice of mathematics, and are moulded by it in turn. These twenty-one essays explore questions of mathematics as a topic of philosophy, but also the nature and purpose of mathematics education and the role of mathematics in moulding citizens. It challenges the biases and prejudices inherent within uninformed histories of mathematics, including problems of white supremacy, the denial of cultural difference and the global homogenization of teaching methods. In particular, the book contrasts the effectiveness of mathematics and science in modelling physical phenomena and solving technical problems with its ineffectiveness in modelling social phenomena and solving human problems, and urges us to consider how mathematics might better meet the urgent crises of our age. The book addresses anybody who is interested in reflecting on the role of mathematics in society from different perspectives. It allows mathematicians to ponder about the cultural connections of mathematics and provides new perspectives for philosophical, sociological and cultural studies of mathematics. Because of the book’s emphasis on education in mathematics, it is especially interesting for mathematics teachers and teacher educators to challenge their understanding of the subject.
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The Struggle You Cant See - Experiences Of Neurodivergent And Invisibly Disabled Students In Higher Education

by Ash Lierman

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 This book offers a comprehensive review of current research on the higher education experiences of neurodivergent undergraduate students and those with invisible disabilities. Grounded in principles of social justice and equity, this work draws from design thinking, the neurodiversity model, and Universal Design for Learning, to explore the context of higher education in relation to neurodivergent and disabled students. The author discusses findings from literature on the experiences of students with ADHD, dyslexia, autism, psychiatric disabilities, traumatic brain injuries, and disabling chronic physical illnesses. The inclusion of students with chronic illnesses is particularly timely, given the rising prevalence of long COVID symptoms and other lasting health impacts among university-aged individuals. Moreover Ash Lierman, who has extensive experience of serving students marginalized students, gives voice to this community, thus providing both a synthesis of existing research, and highlighting the needs and challenges of the students themselves. The Struggle You Can’t See serves as a valuable resource for researchers and practitioners seeking to understand and support this underserved population, offering insights for transformational change in higher education.
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Teaching Music Performance In Higher Education - Exploring The Potential Of Artistic Research

by Helen Julia Minors

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 Higher Music Performance Education, as taught and learned in universities and conservatoires in Europe, is undergoing transformation. Since the nineteenth century, the master-apprentice pedagogical model has dominated, creating a learning environment that emphasises the development of technical skills rather than critical and creative faculties. This book contributes to the renewal of this field by being the first to address the potential of artistic research in developing student-centred approaches and greater student autonomy. This potential is demonstrated in chapters illustrating artistic research projects that are embedded within higher music education courses across Europe, with examples ranging from instrumental tuition and ensemble work to the development of professional employability skills and inclusive practices. Bringing together diverse and experienced voices working within Higher Music Education but often also as professional performers, this edited collection pairs critical reflection with artistic insight to present new approaches to curricula for teaching interpretation and performance. It calls for greater collaboration between Higher Education and professional music institutions to create closer bonds with music industries and, thereby, improve students’ career opportunities. Teaching Music Performance in Higher Education will appeal to scholars, performers, teachers, but also students whose interests centre on innovative practices in conservatoires and music departments.
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Shaping The Digital Dissertation - Knowledge Production In The Arts And Humanities

by Anke Finger e Virginia Kuhn

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 This volume is a timely intervention that not only helps demystify the idea of a digital dissertation for students and their advisors, but will be broadly applicable to the work of librarians, administrators, and anyone else concerned with the future of graduate study in the humanities and digital scholarly publishing. Roxanne Shirazi, The City University of New York Digital dissertations have been a part of academic research for years now, yet there are still many questions surrounding their processes. Are interactive dissertations significantly different from their paper-based counterparts? What are the effects of digital projects on doctoral education? How does one choose and defend a digital dissertation? This book explores the wider implications of digital scholarship across institutional, geographic, and disciplinary divides. The volume is arranged in two sections: the first, written by senior scholars, addresses conceptual concerns regarding the direction and assessment of digital dissertations in the broader context of doctoral education. The second section consists of case studies by PhD students whose research resulted in a natively digital dissertation that they have successfully defended. These early-career researchers have been selected to represent a range of disciplines and institutions. Despite the profound effect of incorporated digital tools on dissertations, the literature concerning them is limited. This volume aims to provide a fresh, up-to-date view on the digital dissertation, considering the newest technological advances. It is especially relevant in the European context where digital dissertations, mostly in arts-based research, are more popular. Shaping the Digital Dissertation aims to provide insights, precedents and best practices to graduate students, doctoral advisors, institutional agents, and dissertation committees. As digital dissertations have a potential impact on the state of research as a whole, this edited collection will be a useful resource for the wider academic community and anyone interested in the future of doctoral studies.
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Right Research - Modelling Sustainable Research Practices In The Anthropocene

by Chelsea Miya, Geoffrey Rockwell e Oliver Rossier

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 The book is current and interdisciplinary, engaging with recent developments around this topic and including perspectives from sciences, arts, and humanities. It will be a welcome contribution to studies of the Anthropocene as well as studies of research methods and practices. —Sam Mickey, University of S. Francisco Educational institutions play an instrumental role in social and political change, and are responsible for the environmental and social ethics of their institutional practices. The essays in this volume critically examine scholarly research practices in the age of the Anthropocene, and ask what accountability educators and researchers have in ‘righting’ their relationship to the environment. The volume further calls attention to the geographical, financial, legal and political barriers that might limit scholarly dialogue by excluding researchers from participating in traditional modes of scholarly conversation. As such, Right Research is a bold invitation to the academic community to rigorous self-reflection on what their research looks like, how it is conducted, and how it might be developed so as to increase accessibility and sustainability, and decrease carbon footprint. The volume follows a three-part structure that bridges conceptual and practical concerns: the first section challenges our assumptions about how sustainability is defined, measured and practiced; the second section showcases artist-researchers whose work engages with the impact of humans on our environment; while the third section investigates how academic spaces can model eco-conscious behaviour. This timely volume responds to an increased demand for environmentally sustainable research, and is outstanding not only in its interdisciplinarity, but its embrace of non-traditional formats, spanning academic articles, creative acts, personal reflections and dialogues. Right Research will be a valuable resource for educators and researchers interested in developing and hybridizing their scholarly communication formats in the face of the current climate crisis.
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Discourses We Live By - Narratives Of Educational And Social Endeavour

by Hazel R. Wright e Marianne Høyen

6,99€

 This book is a rich and multifaceted collection of twenty-eight chapters that use varied lenses to examine the discourses that shape people's lives.
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The People Of The Abyss - The Slums Of London

by Jack London

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 The People of the Abyss (1903) is a book by Jack London (author of The Call of the Wild, White Fang, and many other books) about life in the East End of London in 1902. He wrote this first-hand account by living in the East End (including the Whitechapel District) for several months, sometimes staying in workhouses or sleeping on the streets. The conditions he experienced and wrote about were the same as those endured by an estimated 500,000 of the contemporary London poor.
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Social Media In Higher Education: Case Studies, Reflections And Analysis

by Chris Rowell

6,99€

 How does social media affect working life in Higher Education? How are universities harnessing its power to aid student learning? This innovative collection brings together academics and those working in professional services to examine these questions and more. The diverse and expert contributors analyse the many ways social media can be used to enhance teaching and learning, research, professional practice, leadership, networking and career development. The impact of social media is evaluated critically, with an eye both to the benefits and the problems of using these new forms of digital communication.  This is the first volume to give such detailed attention to this area of high interest. Its innovative approach extends to its creation, with contributors found via their presence on Twitter. The short and impactful chapters are accessible while retaining an academic focus through their application of relevant learning theories and educational context.  Social Media and Higher Education is essential reading for any professional working in higher education, including lecturers teaching education courses. It is also significant for researchers looking at more recent developments in the field and what it means to work in a modern higher education environment.
Bulletproof Dating - Shield Your Relationship Against Heartbreak

by Cristiane Cardoso e Renato Cardoso

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 The 21st century manual for before, during and after dating.Imagine waking up one day to find out that you married the wrong person, or that you lost your true love because you ruined your relationship, or that you'd missed it when that special person came into your life. For those who don't want to spend the rest of their lives regretting a bad decision, Bulletproof Dating is a must-read.No matter what stage of singleness you're in — whether you're alone, waiting, flirting, dating, hooking up, picking up the pieces of your broken heart, divorced, widowed or waiting for a miracle — this book will help you navigate the complicated world of modern relationships. Years of experience have given Renato and Cristiane Cardoso authority to say that most divorces start... during courtship!Bulletproof Dating will open your eyes and show you practical actions you can take. It's a manual for all ages, from teenagers to more mature singles. After all, it's never too early (or too late) to learn intelligent love.
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Artificial Intelligence And Education - A Critical View Through The Lens Of Human Rights, Democracy And The Rule Of Law

by Barbara Wasson, Irene-Angelica Chounta, Jen Persson, Vania Dimitrova e Wayne Holmes

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 Ensuring that AI empowers educators and learners, not over-empowers them, and that future developments and practices are truly for the common good.Artificial intelligence (Al) is increasingly having an impact on education, bringing opportunities as well as numerous challenges. These observations were noted by the Council of Europe's Committee of Ministers in 2019 and led to the commissioning of this report, which sets out to examine the connections between Al and education (AI&ED). In particular, the report presents an overview of AI&ED seen through the lens of the Council of Europe values of human rights, democracy and the rule of law; and it provides a critical analysis of the academic evidence and the myths and hype.The Covid-19 pandemic school shutdowns triggered a rushed adoption of educational technology, which increasingly includes AI-assisted classrooms tools (AIED). This AIED, which by definition is designed to influence child development, also impacts on critical issues such as privacy, agency and human dignity - all of which are yet to be fully explored and addressed. But AI&ED is not only about teaching and learning with AI, but also teaching and learning about AI (AI literacy), addressing both the technological dimension and the often-forgotten human dimension of AI.The report concludes with a provisional needs analysis - the aim being to stimulate further critical debate by the Council of Europe's member states and other stakeholders and to ensure that education systems respond both proactively and effectively to the numerous opportunities and challenges introduced by AI&ED.
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Easy English Romance Short Stories - 10 Beautiful Love Stories In Easy English

by Jenny Goldmann

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 Looking to improve your English language skills while indulging in some heartwarming romance? This collection of ten beautiful love stories is the perfect way to brush up on your English while immersing yourself in tales of love, passion, and heartache. Each story is carefully crafted to captivate and engage readers, making learning English a delightful and enjoyable experience. Whether you''re a beginner or an advanced English learner, these stories are sure to help you improve your language skills and leave you feeling inspired and uplifted. Book features: • Easy-to-understand English • 10 Engaging short romance stories • Diverse, charming characters • Suitable for learners of all ages • Vocabulary lists, quizzes and discussion questions for language enrichment Join our lovable characters as they navigate the enchanting realm of love in all its splendor. Each story is crafted with simple, easy-to-understand English, making it an ideal choice for learners of any age, while still capturing the hearts of romance fans everywhere. But that''s not all! After each story, discover a range of learning resources, including vocabulary lists, quizzes to test your understanding, and engaging discussion questions. These materials will not only improve your English skills but also inspire meaningful conversations and reflections on the themes and emotions explored in each romantic escapade. So, grab your coziest blanket, settle into a comfy spot, and get lost in the world of romance. Let the sparks ignite and the language flow as you embark on a journey that will elevate both your heart and your English abilities! Happy reading and learning, lovers!
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Short Stories About Cats In Easy English - 15 Purr-Fect Cat Stories For English Learners (A2-B2 Cefr)

by Jenny Goldmann

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 "Learn English with Cats" Looking for a purr-fect read? Look no further than "Short Stories About Cats in Easy English." This collection of feline tales is sure to delight cat lovers and language learners alike. • 15 Short Stories: Enjoy fun cat stories in easy English. • CEFR Level A2-B1: Ideal for upper beginner to intermediate learners. • Quiz Questions: Test your understanding with challenging questions that promote speaking. Each of the 15 stories features a different cat, from mischievous kittens to sophisticated Sphynxes; each tale offers a unique perspective on these beloved pets. Follow them on their adventures as they explore the world around them, solve mysteries, and form unlikely friendships. But these stories aren''t just about cats. They also offer a fun and engaging way for English learners to improve their language skills. The stories are written in easy English, making them accessible to readers of all levels. They are recommended for upper beginner to intermediate (A2-B1 level) readers but can still be very helpful for beginners. They also make great bedtime stories. Each story is accompanied by a set of comprehension questions and speaking/writing prompts to solidify your learning further. Whether you''re a cat lover or just looking for a fun way to improve your English, "Short Stories About Cats in Easy English" is the perfect choice. With charming characters, exciting adventures, and plenty of feline humor, these stories will surely leave you purring with delight. So curl up with your favorite furry friend and dive into the world of "Short Stories About Cats in Easy English." You won''t be disappointed!
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Entre El Sur Y El Norte - Decolonizing Education Through Critical Readings Of Chicana/X/O, Mexican, And Indigenous Music

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 Entre el Sur y el Norte highlights an important social problem within our education systems, which continue to rely on colonial models for teaching and learning. While scholars have offered critiques of schools as sites of social reproduction and schools as sites of educational inequality for students of color, few have examined the ways in which schools in the United States continue to promote colonial models of teaching and learning. This is particularly important given contemporary discourses of academic success that promote inclusion, diversity, and multiculturalismpractices that are often framed within colonial perspectives of the "other." This book examines music as a site of anti-colonial resistance and decolonial praxis in schools. Grounded on the premise that education is a political act, the authors draw from creative forms and styles that problematize what decolonial scholars call the "colonial matrix of power" in shaping the Latino subaltern experience. Using music as a political and aesthetic expression against empire, the authors argue that the study of Latinx musical forms offers students possibilities to critique and delink from coloniality in their everyday lives. Committed to decoloniality as a political, epistemological, and spiritual project, the authors are intent on creating spaces that value transcultural understanding and solidarity between and across subaltern peoples of the Global North and the Global South, with particular attention to Chicanas and Chicanos and Latinas and Latinos in the United States and other peoples in the hemisphere. Musical forms provide ways to critically explore and engage in decolonial horizons that break silences, disrupt dominant narratives, and create a transformative consciousness among our students, particularly around issues of economic globalization, immigrant rights, cultural resistance, ethnic relations, poverty, and educational inequality in the Americas.
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How Teaching Happens - Seminal Works In Teaching And Teacher Effectiveness And What They Mean In Practice

by Carl Hendrick, Jim Heal e Paul Kirschner

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 Building on their bestselling book How Learning Happens, Paul Kirschner and Carl Hendrick are joined by Jim Heal to explore how teaching happens. The book seeks to closely examine what makes for effective teaching in the classroom and how research on expert teaching can be used in practice.
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Artificial Intelligence In Education

by Matthew N.O. Sadiku, Sarhan M. Musa e Uwakwe C. Chukwu

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 The quest for building an artificial brain developed in the fields of computer science and psychology. Artificial intelligence (AI), sometimes called machine intelligence, refers to intelligence demonstrated by machines, while the natural intelligence is the intelligence displayed by humans and animals. Typically, AI systems demonstrate at least some of the following human behaviors: planning, learning, reasoning, problem solving, knowledge representation, perception, speech recognition, decision-making, language translation, motion, manipulation, intelligence, and creativity. Artificial intelligence is an emerging technology which the educational sector can benefit from. In this book, we consider the applications of AI in key areas of education. Artificial intelligence in education (AIED) refers to the application of AI technologies in educational settings to facilitate teaching, learning, or decision making. AI will impact the education field in the areas of administration, instruction, and personalized, and individualized learning applications. In this book, AI is specifically applied in the following key educational sectors: education, natural sciences, social sciences, computer science, engineering, business, and medicine.
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Education Debate

by Stephen J. Ball

87,44€ + 10% CARD

 This extensively updated fourth edition by the key author in the field will maintain its place as the most important text on education policy and makes essential reading for all students and anyone interested in education policy more generally.
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The Education Debate

by Stephen J. Ball

22,51€ + 10% CARD

 This extensively updated fourth edition by the key author in the field will maintain its place as the most important text on education policy and makes essential reading for all students and anyone interested in education policy more generally.
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Language Arts, Grade K

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 In Interactive Notebooks: Language Arts for kindergarten, students will complete hands-on activities about short vowel sounds, sight words, nouns, antonyms, punctuation, parts of a book, and more. The Interactive Notebooks series spans kindergarten to grade 5. Each 96-page book contains a guide for teachers who are new to interactive note taking, lesson plans and reproducibles for creating notebook pages on a variety of topics, and generic reproducibles for creating even more notebook pages. The books focus on grade-specific math or language arts skills and are aligned to current state standards.
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World As I See It

by Albert Einstein e Gp Editors

3,96€ + 10% CARD

 The most advanced and celebrated mind of the 20th Century, without a doubt, is attributed to Albert Einstein. This interesting book allows us to explore his beliefs, philosophical ideas, and opinions on many subjects. Subjects include politics, religion, education, the meaning of life, Jewish issues, the world economy, peace and pacifism.Einstein believed in the possibility of a peaceful world and in the high mission of science to serve human well-being. As we near the end of a century in which science has come to seem more and more remote from human values, Einstein''s perspective is indispensable. Top 10 ebooks by General Press: Civilization and Its Discontents, 9789387669529 Feeling is the Secret, 9789388760188 How to Attract Money, 9789388118415 My Inventions, 9789388118095 The Game of Life and How to Play It, 9789387669468 The Ladies'' Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness, 9788180320378 The Magic of Believing, 9789388118101 The Power of Your Subconscious Mind, 9788180320958 The Richest Man in Babylon, 9789387669383 The Secret Teachings of All Ages, 9789389440362 The World as I See It, 9789388118088 Why I Killed Gandhi, 9789389440072
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Learn English: The Ultimate Guide To English Learning

by Martha Wilson

1,89€ + 10% CARD

 Whether you’re living here in the USA or not, learning english is about as important as say, breathing! Not all people or all countries use english, but it is one of the most learned languages today next to Spanish. So why not go that extra step and learn english!
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Interpreting Our Heritage

by Freeman Tilden

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 Every year millions of Americans visit national parks and monuments, state and municipal parks, battlefields, historic houses, and museums. By means of guided walks and talks, tours, exhibits, and signs, visitors experience these areas through a very special kind of communication technique known as “interpretation.” For fifty years, Freeman Tilden’s Interpreting Our Heritage has been an indispensable sourcebook for those who are responsible for developing and delivering interpretive programs. This expanded and revised anniversary edition includes not only Tilden’s classic work but also an entirely new selection of accompanying photographs, five additional essays by Tilden on the art and craft of interpretation, a new foreword by former National Park Service director Russell Dickenson, and an introduction by R. Bruce Craig that puts Tilden’s writings into perspective for present and future generations. Whether the challenge is to make a prehistoric site come to life; to explain the geological basis behind a particular rock formation; to touch the hearts and minds of visitors to battlefields, historic homes, and sites; or to teach a child about the wonders of the natural world, Tilden’s book, with its explanation of the famed “six principles” of interpretation, provides a guiding hand. For anyone interested in our natural and historic heritage — park volunteers and rangers, museum docents and educators, new and seasoned professional heritage interpreters, and those lovingly characterized by Tilden as “happy amateurs” — Interpreting Our Heritage and Tilden’s later interpretive writings, included in this edition, collectively provide the essential foundation for bringing into focus the truths that lie beyond what the eye sees.
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Unequal Childhoods - Class, Race, And Family Life

by Annette Lareau

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 Class does make a difference in the lives and futures of American children. Drawing on observations of black and white middle-class, working-class, and poor families, this title explores this fact, offering a picture of childhood. It focuses on the frenetic families managing their children's hectic schedules of 'leisure' activities.
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