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Students will write more effective term papers with this guide
to 500 term paper ideas--as well as a listing of appropriate print
and nonprint sources-- on twentieth-century U.S. history. This
guide presents entries on 100 of the most important events and
developments in twentieth-century U.S. history organized in
chronological order. Each entry consists of a short description of
the event, followed by five specific suggestions for term papers
about the event, and a wide-ranging annotated bibliography of 15-35
books, articles, videos, and a web site appropriate for student
research. In every case the emphasis is on recent and up-to-date
material, as well as landmark works and primary sources. Every
entry contains a video and concludes with a recommended web site,
producing a multimedia approach designed to appeal to the current
information-gathering habits and preferences of young people.
From the Spanish-American War to the creation of NAFTA, the 100
events and developments cover political, social, economic, and
cultural issues. The work has been designed to meet the needs of
the U.S. history curriculum. Term paper topic ideas offer students
thought-provoking suggestions that are challenging and develop
critical thinking skills. The annotated bibliography is organized
into reference sources, general sources, specialized sources,
biographical sources, periodical articles, recommended videos and
World Wide Web sites. All items are readily available in school,
public, and academic library collections. This unique guide is
valuable not only to students, but to teachers and librarians who
guide students in research, and is an excellent purchasing guide
for librarians who serve student needs.
This book was originally published in 1922. It was written for
those who wish to know how to make, use or adjust wireless
telephone instruments. The information presented in this book will
appeal to those with an interest in the history of radio making.
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to 1900s
and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We
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modern editions, using the original artwork and text.
The goal of this book is to bring together the concept of
self-efficacy theory with practical how-to strategies for both
teachers and parents to use in heightening their students' levels
of self-efficacy. The book examines how self-efficacy theory
relates to the acquisition of mathematical competence. The text
also provides specific and practical how-to strategies for both
teachers and parents in applying these principles to classroom
mathematics instruction and activities. The self-efficacy practices
and applications to mathematics are also suitable for families
working with learners outside the school environment. Acquiring
mathematical skills requires more than knowing arithmetic tables,
memorizing rules, and knowing proofs. It requires a basic belief
that one is capable of obtaining this information, making sense of
it, and applying and generalizing it in mathematical problems. In
addition, a student must believe that obtaining these skills leads
to a positive outcome, whether it is perceived to be a good or
passing grade, comfort-level in tackling mathematical problems,
being able to advance to the next mathematics course, being able to
score highly on the math section of the SAT and/or be competitive
for a desired job. The ability of students to achieve and exceed
grade level competence in mathematics is addressed through the lens
of Albert Bandura's Self-Efficacy Theory. This theoretical position
states that one will persist in mastering a behavior (in this case,
mastering mathematical principles and skills), in the face of
obstacles or failures-to the extent that one believes he or she has
the ability to do so, and that there is a desired outcome for doing
so. The research literature on the role of self-efficacy in
mathematic instruction is examined to demonstrate the validity of
using this concept to increase student (and parent/teacher)
confidence in learning and applying grade-appropriate math content.
Specific teaching methodologies will be provided that infuse
self-efficacy strategies for students. Lastly, teachers and parents
are provided strategies to increase their own self-efficacy when it
comes to conveying mathematics principles to their child or
student, as well as strategies to assess their students' level of
self-efficacy over time. Teaching and learning mathematics so that
students achieve success at their grade level or above can present
a variety of challenges. One barrier that affects learners is the
belief that one is not capable of learning mathematics or not
naturally talented in the field, not a "math person." As a result,
learners may not believe they are capable of a positive outcome for
achieving mathematics success. This book is an important resource
for pre-service and in-service teachers, as well as families in
applying the theory of self-efficacy to support learners in
becoming confident and assured in their ability to understand and
apply mathematical principles and procedures. Coupled with
classroom ready mathematics instructional strategies, the book
provides readers with the background, tools and strategies needed
to carry content success and confidence forward to remain
persistent in solving all future mathematical problems.
The QuickStudy Books linecovers the key information on some of the
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Chemistry essentials for all students, including laboratory basics.
Easy-to-use reference for concepts designed specifically to aid
science students.
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This book (hardcover) is part of the TREDITION CLASSICS. It
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