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This volume explores why Americans are among the least likely in
the world to speak another language and how this U.S. foreign
language deficit negatively impacts national and economic security,
business and career prospects. Stein-Smith exposes how individuals
are disadvantaged through their inability to effectively navigate
the global workplace and multicultural communities, how their
career options are limited by the foreign language deficit, and
even how their ability to enjoy travel abroad and cultural pursuits
is diminished. Through exploring the impact of the U.S. foreign
language deficit, the author speaks to the stakeholders and
partners in the campaign for foreign languages, offering guidance
on what can and should be done to address it. She examines the next
steps needed to develop specific career pathways that will meet the
current and future needs of government, business, and industry, and
empower foreign language learners through curriculum and career
preparation.
The French in Our Lives examines the profound influence of French
language, culture, and thought in the world and, specifically, on
the US and Americans throughout history. While many books discuss
the similarities and differences between the two cultures, this
book focuses on the influences – frequently overlooked – of
French culture on the US. The insights provided through this
examination promote a better appreciation and understanding of the
significance of the French language, and of French ideas and
values, throughout the world and in the US. Designed to enhance
awareness of the significance of the French language and
Francophone culture in the US and globally, this book will be of
interest to students and instructors across disciplines, from
French language and culture to US history and international
studies.
The French in Our Lives examines the profound influence of French
language, culture, and thought in the world and, specifically, on
the US and Americans throughout history. While many books discuss
the similarities and differences between the two cultures, this
book focuses on the influences - frequently overlooked - of French
culture on the US. The insights provided through this examination
promote a better appreciation and understanding of the significance
of the French language, and of French ideas and values, throughout
the world and in the US. Designed to enhance awareness of the
significance of the French language and Francophone culture in the
US and globally, this book will be of interest to students and
instructors across disciplines, from French language and culture to
US history and international studies.
PANDAS (Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders Associated
with Strep) and PANS (Pediatric Acute-Onset Neuropsychiatric
Syndrome) occur when an abnormal immune response produces brain
inflammation, leading to unusual psychological symptoms in
children. Symptoms can include OCD, tics, ADHD, anxiety disorders,
sensory issues and marked personality changes. This practical
handbook explains how educators can distinguish between these
symptoms and pre-existing conditions, and offers strategies for
supporting students with PANDAS and PANS in school settings.
Contributions from experts provide educators with the understanding
needed to be able to collaboratively identify PANDAS and PANS, and
carry out effective interventions. As the rate of incidence of
PANDAS and PANS increases, this book will be an essential resource
for school staff in getting to grips with these complex disorders
and overcoming the challenges they present.
This volume explores why Americans are among the least likely in
the world to speak another language and how this U.S. foreign
language deficit negatively impacts national and economic security,
business and career prospects. Stein-Smith exposes how individuals
are disadvantaged through their inability to effectively navigate
the global workplace and multicultural communities, how their
career options are limited by the foreign language deficit, and
even how their ability to enjoy travel abroad and cultural pursuits
is diminished. Through exploring the impact of the U.S. foreign
language deficit, the author speaks to the stakeholders and
partners in the campaign for foreign languages, offering guidance
on what can and should be done to address it. She examines the next
steps needed to develop specific career pathways that will meet the
current and future needs of government, business, and industry, and
empower foreign language learners through curriculum and career
preparation.
Embarking on a spellbinding journey to the frontiers of
neuroscience, acclaimed science editor and writer Kathleen Stein
takes an enthralling in-depth look at the prefrontal cortex, the
site of our working memory, impulse control, reason, perception,
decision making, and emotional processing--all the things that
comprise our human genius.
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