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The year 2020 presented conflicts in higher education, including a
global pandemic, racial protests, cries for Black Lives Matter
following the deaths of Black women and men by police, education
moved online to virtual classrooms, and the U.S. economy struggling
as millions of Americans were furloughed or worked remotely and
ordered everything curbside; all of this compounded by an election
year. This book is a compilation of perspectives shared from
students enrolled in a graduate course on diversity and social
justice in higher education who found community in sharing their
personal and professional experiences associated with identity and
allyship development, socialization, activism, institutionalized
racism, academic traditions, advising, to implications for change
in higher education policies, processes, and practice.
The rationale for the present text, Hollywood or History? An
Inquiry-Based Strategy for Using Film to Teach About Inequality and
Inequity Throughout History stems from two main things. First and
foremost is the fact that the reviews of the first two volumes in
the Hollywood or History? series have been overwhelmingly positive,
especially as it pertains to the application of the strategy for
practitioners. Classroom utility and teacher practice have
continued to be the primary objectives in developing the Hollywood
or History? strategy. The second thing is that this most recent
volume in the series takes it in a new direction--rather than
focusing on eras in history, it focuses on the themes of inequity
and inequality throughout history, and how teachers can utilize the
Hollywood or History? strategy to tackle some of the more
complicated content throughout history that many teachers tend to
shy away from. There is a firm belief that students' connection to
film, along with teachers' ability to use film in an effective
manner, will help alleviate some of the challenges of teaching
challenging topics such as inequity and inequality in terms of
gender, race, socioeconomic status, and so much more. The book
provides 30 secondary lesson plans (grades 6-12) that address nine
different topics centered around inequity and inequality throughout
history, many of which connect students to the world we are living
in today. The intended audience for the book are teachers who teach
social studies at the 6th-12th grade level both in the United
States and other countries. An additional audience will be college
and university social studies/history methods professors in the
United States and worldwide.
Target success in Edexcel A-level Politics: Global Politics with
this proven formula for effective, structured revision. Key content
coverage is combined with exam-style tasks and practical tips to
create a revision guide that you can rely on to review, strengthen
and test your knowledge. With My Revision Notes you can: - Plan and
manage a successful revision programme using the topic-by-topic
planner - Consolidate your geographical knowledge by working
through clear and focused content coverage - Test your
understanding and identify areas for improvement with regular 'Now
test yourself' tasks and answers - Enhance exam responses using
relevant examples and case studies for each topic - Improve your
exam technique through practice questions, expert tips and examples
of typical mistakes to avoid
Brand new from the bestselling team behind Horrible Histories! It's
time to delve into the totally true (sort of) and incredibly
intriguing pages of William the Conqueror's Secret Diary. Terry
Deary steps into the mind of one of history's most annihilating
kings, bringing you William the Conqueror's thoughts on: the
Normans! England! Matilda! the French! military! the Church!
battles! Hastings! Horrible Histories' Secret Diaries of the most
extraordinary (and Horrible) characters of all time will blow your
mind. Horrible Histories' Secret Diaries are the perfect
introduction to important figures from history. Fully illustrated
throughout and told from the character's (sometimes delusional)
point of view, each diary reveals the (quite likely) inner workings
of their minds during the events that shaped their lives. Covering
key moments in William's life and the history of the Middle Ages,
the Secret Diary of William the Conqueror reveals his: ascension to
the Duke of Normandy relations with the Church battles with the
French meeting of Matilda feuding family battle of Hastings ...
right up to the end of his life in 1087. Each diary is the perfect
introduction to a pivotal era in British History, brilliantly
immersive and sure to capture the imagination!
Master storyteller Philip Pullman returns to the world of Lyra and
Will, Mrs Coulter and Lee Scoresby, Pantalaimon and Iorek Byrnison,
in this must-have companion to the His Dark Materials trilogy. A
book of stunning, moving, exhilarating, breathtaking scenes set
during the events of Northern Lights, The Subtle Knife, The Amber
Spyglass and The Book of Dust: from Serafina Pekkala sitting
quietly on her cloud pine broom, listening to Dust, ahead of the
epic battle with the Angels, to a young Lyra speculating about her
mother's identity. In exquisite prose, Philip Pullman cuts new
windows into his worlds for the reader to step through and reveals
new truths about many of the iconic characters from Lyra's
universe. ... This His Dark Materials trilogy is a major,
critically acclaimed HBO/BBC TV series starring Ruth Wilson, James
McAvoy, Dafne Keen, Lin-Manuel Miranda. The perfect gift for every
fan, of any age. His Dark Materials is one of the most popular and
successful children's series of all time. First published in 1995,
and acclaimed as a modern masterpiece, it won the UK's top awards
for children's literature "Remarkable writing: courageous and
dangerous as the best art should be" (The Times) "Rarely, if ever,
have readers been offered such a casket of wonders" (Independent)
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Discover the exciting and dangerous lives of spies and secret
agents from Blue Peter Award-winning David Long and rising star
Terri Po. A single spy can save thousands of lives. Spies and
secret agents have been hard at work for centuries, risking their
lives, and sometimes changing the course of history. Discover
twenty-seven of the most courageous and daring, including Britain's
first female spy, a teacher turned saboteur, the spy who sang for
Hitler and the man who never was . . . An unputdownable collection
of real life adventures, stunningly illustrated by Terri Po.
'Absorbingly detailed and compulsively readable, it's a must for
spy addicts.' Guardian 'Will hook readers of all ages.' Just
Imagine 'A beautiful book.' Armadillo Magazine 'I couldn't put it
down.' Addie, aged 10, NG Kids 'A stunning collection.' Mini
Travellers
Providing a compelling analysis of debates in and about the modern
city, this book draws upon architecture, history, literary studies,
new media and sociology to explore the multiple connections between
location, speech and the emerging modern metropolis. It concludes
by reflecting on public speaking in the construction of the virtual
city.
This text offers secondary ELA educators guided instructional
approaches for including queer-themed young adult (YA) literature
in the English language arts classroom. Each chapter spotlights the
reading of one queer-themed YA novel, and offers pre-, during-, and
after reading activities that guide students to a deeper
understanding of the content while increasing their literacy
practices. While each chapter focuses on a specific queer-themed YA
novel, readers will discover the many opportunities for
cross-disciplinary study. Thw emphasis on English language arts
content as a focus for teaching LGBTQ young adult literature marks
a shift from the first edition.
Discover the fascinating history of the Asian community in Britain,
from the first settlers to the 21st Century. Newly updated, The
History of the Asian Community in Britain explores why people came
to Britain, the problems they faced and the contributions these
communities have made to British society. Brought to life with case
studies and rarely published photographs, this is an opportunity to
get up close to the experiences and vital impact Asian people have
had in Britain. Meet pioneers such as Sake Dean Mahomed and Jayaben
Desai and find out why the Asian community has been fundamental to
Britain's success on the world stage.
Why do you have to take turns on the swings? Find out how good
manners make the playground safe and fun for everyone.
You're about to be an eyewitness to the ten crucial days in Dr.
Martin Luther King Jr.'s life, including
His faith in peace leads to a surprising protest. Police injustice
shocks the nation awake. A personal sacrifice challenges prejudice
and racism. A fearless march demands rights for all Americans. And
an immortal speech inspires the world.
These days and five others shook King's world - and yours.
How to Read a Folktale offers the first English translation of
Ibonia, a spellbinding tale of old Madagascar. Ibonia is a folktale
on epic scale. Much of its plot sounds familiar: a powerful royal
hero attempts to rescue his betrothed from an evil adversary and,
after a series of tests and duels, he and his lover are joyfully
united with a marriage that affirms the royal lineage. These
fairytale elements link Ibonia with European folktales, but the
tale is still very much a product of Madagascar. It contains
African-style praise poetry for the hero; it presents
Indonesian-style riddles and poems; and it inflates the form of
folktale into epic proportions. Recorded when the Malagasy people
were experiencing European contact for the first time, Ibonia
proclaims the power of the ancestors against the foreigner. Through
Ibonia, Lee Haring expertly helps readers to understand the very
nature of folktales. His definitive translation, originally
published in 1994, has now been fully revised to emphasize its
poetic qualities, while his new introduction and detailed notes
give insight into the fascinating imagination and symbols of the
Malagasy. Haring's research connects this exotic narrative with
fundamental questions not only of anthropology but also of literary
criticism. This book is part of our World Oral Literature Series in
conjunction with the World Oral Literature Project.
A must-read guide for students and recent graduates about the
background investigation process for college, business, and
government job applications. Most young adults know little about
background checks, despite their widespread use by schools and
potential employers. In Your History, Your Future: An Insider's
Guide to Background Investigations, Anthony Oatis uses his decades
of experience as a special investigator to direct readers through
the process. He explains what to expect during the background
check, how to prepare for interviews, and how to handle past
infractions. Special focus is given to social media and the
internet, helping readers understand the impact of what they post
online and detailing how to clean up social media pages before the
background investigation process begins. Featured throughout the
book are personal stories from young adults who overcame obstacles
in their lives and infractions on their records to still pass the
background investigation and lead successful lives. Including tips
for filling out the often-intimidating forms, Your History, Your
Future is a valuable resource for high school and college students
as they prepare for what's to come.
The rise and spread of feminism should be at the center of the
world historical narrative, but feminism is often treated as a
sub-heading. For specific cultural reasons, feminism grew out of
democratic ideals right after the Protestant Reformation and
developed into the most powerful force currently shaping the world.
Traditional "Western-Civ." narratives often connect the Protestant
Reformation to the Enlightenment and the Enlightenment to the
development of participatory governments. However, given that
democratic ideals also produced feminism, maybe it is time to
recognize that the most impressive outcome of the Declaration of
Independence was not that it produced an American Revolution and a
Constitution, but that it inspired the genius of Mary
Wollstonecraft. It is true that democratic ideals created both the
American Congress and feminism, but which is more important?
Femocracy: How Educators can Teach Democratic Ideals and Feminism
is an indispensable work for teachers of history, sociology, and
women's studies.
A high-stakes adventure story full of heart from debut author
Varsha Shah, featuring charming illustrations from Sonia Albert!
'Full of colour and energy ... bravo' JAMILA GAVIN 'Utterly
charming, inspiring and gripping ... An absolute must-read!' KIERAN
LARWOOD 'Ajay is the most intrepid young reporter since Tintin,
caught up in a gutsy and moral adventure to find and tell the
truth. This sensational debut is full of outrage but full of warmth
and friendship too.' KEITH GRAY 'Exhilarating and heartwarming - a
story that shows the true power of the pen. Shah's tremendous
talent shines on every page.' CARLIE SOROSIAK Abandoned on the
Mumbai railways, Ajay has grown up with nothing but a burning wish
to be a journalist. Finding an abandoned printing press, he and his
friends Saif, Vinod, Yasmin and Jai create their own newspaper: The
Mumbai Sun. As they hunt down stories for their paper, the children
uncover corruption, fight for justice and battle to save their slum
from bulldozers. But against some of the most powerful forces in
the city, can Ajay and his friends really succeed in bringing the
truth to light? Not to mention win the most important cricket match
ever ... A high-stakes adventure story full of heart, written
against the backdrop of modern India: Emil and the Detectives meets
Slumdog Millionaire Winner of the Times/Chicken House Children's
Fiction Competition 2020 Wonderfully illustrated by Sonia Albert
and starring a lovable ensemble cast of characters Tackles tough
topics such as social justice and truth in journalism with a
lightness of touch
Fostering Mental Health Literacy through Adolescent Literature
provides educators a starting point for engaging students in the
study of adolescent literature that features mental health themes
with the intended goal of developing students' mental health
literacy while simultaneously attending to English Language Arts
content and literacy standards. Each chapter, co-authored by a
literacy expert and mental health specialist, features a specific
adolescent novel and provides middle and high school teachers
background information on the novel's featured mental health
theme(s), along with pedagogical approaches for guiding readers
into, through, and out of the novel. In doing so, this text seeks
to raise awareness of mental health issues thereby reducing
associated stigma and normalizing individual and peer mental health
experiences for all adolescents.
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