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Following on from the huge success of Boys Don't Try? this
essential new book answers nine key questions about how teachers
and schools can best tackle boys' academic underperformance. For
decades schools have grappled with the most significant barriers to
male academic success: a lack of motivation to succeed, poor
attitudes to learning, lower literacy levels and a reluctance to
read for pleasure or write at length. In this compelling book, Mark
Roberts provides clear answers about how teachers can tackle 'The
Boy Question'. Each chapter answers a frequently asked question
about how best to teach boys, outlining the issue and demonstrating
what can be done about it. Informed by a wealth of research and the
author's personal experience of successfully teaching boys, this
book offers an abundance of practical advice for the busy classroom
teacher. It will shine a light on what makes boys tick and how we
can design effective curriculums to ensure they can best acquire
powerful knowledge. With practical advice and examples to help
address anti-social attitudes and stem the cycle of boys'
underachievement, this is essential reading for all teachers and
school leaders.
From a parking orbit observing "Antares" to the fi nal stand of a
lone, battleweary Templar knight in "A Cold Day," author Mark
Roberts presents this primer that introduces his work in poetry and
fi ction, the macabre and the supernatural.
Roberts uses a full arsenal of tools-poetry, essays, short
stories, novel excerpts-which he employs with ease and augments
with heart-stopping horror and straightfor-the-throat humor to
communicate his personal views on philosophy, metaphysics,
religion, and politics. His Wiccan influences grant him a unique
license which he readily abuses for a mischievous and brazen
flirtation with irreverence. In "Misunderstood" Roberts
demonstrates just how far beyond political satire, social
commentary, and leftist politics he's willing to go. "I still have
the treasured mementos and timeless photographs, symbols of the
golden friendships of youth. And I still listen to the magicking,
vociferous music that was to be our own unique timbre, the guiding
soundtrack on our mission to change the world. Weren't we such
inspired, uninhibited bohemians? In our most shining moments,
propining, benevolent, umanitarian, visionary and romanticizing. At
our worst, the Lady Caroline might have referred to us as "mad,
bad, and dangerous to know."
Aimed at full-scale provocation, Roberts presents this eclectic
collection that refl ects his Wiccan infl uences and his
no-holds-barred sense of humor. "A Primer of Darksome Intent" is
meant to be scary, funny, insightful, argumentative, and profound.
Exam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas; Cambridge Assessment
International Education Level & Subject: GCSE 9-1 English
Literature; IGCSE Literature in English First teaching: September
2015; September 2018 First examination: June 2017; June 2020 and
2021 This edition of Romeo and Juliet is perfect for GCSE-level
students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page
notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and
theme indexes. Affordable high quality complete play for Romeo and
Juliet, ideal for GCSE 9-1 and IGCSE Demystify vocabulary with
notes on the page and concise commentary Set the scene with
perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts,
concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances
and interpretations Recall plot summaries at the beginning of each
scene Support GCSE revision and essay writing with theme and
character indexes Help students with social, historical and
literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeare's life
and times
Despite its enormous wealth, the United States leads the
industrialized world in poverty. One Nation, Underprivileged
unravels this disturbing paradox by offering a unique and radically
different understanding of American poverty. It debunks many of our
most common myths about the poor, while at the same time provides a
powerful new framework for addressing this enormous social and
economic problem.
Mark Robert Rank vividly shows that the fundamental causes of
poverty are to be found in our economic structure and political
policy failures, rather than individual shortcomings or attitudes.
He establishes for the first time that a significant percentage of
Americans will experience poverty during their adult lifetimes, and
firmly demonstrates that poverty is an issue of vital national
concern.
Ultimately, Rank provides us with a new paradigm for understanding
poverty, and outlines an innovative set of strategies that will
reduce American poverty. One Nation, Underprivileged represents a
profound starting point for rekindling a national focus upon
America's most vexing social and economic problem.
Exam board: AQA, Edexcel; Edexcel Level & Subject: GCSE English
Literature; A Level English Literature First teaching: September
2015 First examination: June 2017 This edition of Frankenstein is
perfect for GCSE-level students: it comes complete with the novel,
plus an introduction providing context, and a glossary explaining
key terms. 'It was already one in the morning; the rain pattered
dismally against the panes, and my candle was nearly burnt out,
when, by the glimmer of the half-extinguished light, I saw the dull
yellow eye of the creature open; it breathed hard and a convulsive
motion agitated its limbs.' Victor Frankenstein, a young scientist
with huge ambition, exceeds his own expectations when he manages to
create life from an assemblage of dead body parts. Yet he has
failed to think through the consequences and responsibilities of
his action, with fatal results. First published in 1818, this
genre-defying novel - part gothic tale, part science fiction, part
philosophical exploration - invites us to consider whom we
sympathise with: the scientist playing God or the monstrous
creature he has created.
A significant part of understanding how people use geographic
information and technology concerns human cognition. This book
provides the first comprehensive in-depth examination of the
cognitive aspects of human-computer interaction for geographic
information systems (GIS). Cognitive aspects are treated in
relation to individual, group, behavioral, institutional, and
cultural perspectives. Extensions of GIS in the form of spatial
decision support systems and SDSS for groups are part of the
geographic information technology considered. Audience: Geographic
information users, systems analysts and system designers,
researchers in human-computer interaction will find this book an
information resource for understanding cognitive aspects of
geographic information technology use, and the methods appropriate
for examining this use.
The book explores the claim that English local government exists in
one of the most centralised relationships with national government.
Such a position fundamentally undermines any notion of local
self-government and makes the term 'government' in local government
a misnomer. The book will examine how the erosion of the autonomy,
powers, roles, functions and responsibilities of English local
government came about, the arguments of centralisers and localisers
to support their view of the constitutional status of local
government, and its overall role in the government of England. The
book offers an antidote to the onward march of centralisation by
offering a new vision of local government which emphasises both
'local' and 'government'.
Wide-ranging, detailed content and relies on sound educational
research Up to date, relevant, modern approach which will replace
older, discredited research Written by two teachers with experience
in teaching boys, both of whom run successful education/teaching
blogs Appealing to a wide readership: secondary school teachers,
leaders, pastoral positions; education students; trainee teachers
Brilliant revision strategies for GCSE 9-1 English that really
work! Students often tell teacher Mark Roberts that they find it
hard to revise for GCSE English. This guide will show you why that
is a common misconception, and that all you need is an organised,
step-by-step approach to your English revision! Shortlisted for the
Education Resources Awards 2021 * Discover how to banish
ineffective revision and use study skills that will help you to do
brilliantly in your exams * Understand what really successful
students do to help them towards top grades in GCSE English *
Implement practice methods that actually improve your memory Read
this book to find out more! Chapter 1. Effective revision for
English exams Chapter 2. Organising your notes and annotations
Chapter 3. Memorising quotes Chapter 4. Exploding your quotes
Chapter 5. Building up a bank of 'killer quotes' Chapter 6. Using
context successfully Chapter 7, Improving practice essays Chapter
8. Getting ready for the unseen texts Chapter 9. Preparing for the
creative writing questions Chapter 10. Taking care of yourself and
coping with exams
Rugged Individualism and the Misunderstanding of American
Inequality explores and critiques the widespread perception in the
United States that one's success or failure in life is largely the
result of personal choices and individual characteristics. As the
authors show, the distinctively individualist ideology of American
politics and culture shapes attitudes toward poverty and economic
inequality in profound ways, fostering social policies that
de-emphasize structural remedies. Drawing on a variety of unique
methodologies, the book synthesizes data from large-scale surveys
of the American population, and it features both conversations with
academic experts and interviews with American citizens intimately
familiar with the consequences of economic disadvantage. This
mixture of approaches gives readers a fuller understanding of
"skeptical altruism," a concept the authors use to describe the
American public's hesitancy to adopt a more robust and
structurally-oriented approach to solving the persistent problem of
economic disadvantage.
Wide-ranging, detailed content and relies on sound educational
research Up to date, relevant, modern approach which will replace
older, discredited research Written by two teachers with experience
in teaching boys, both of whom run successful education/teaching
blogs Appealing to a wide readership: secondary school teachers,
leaders, pastoral positions; education students; trainee teachers
Following on from the huge success of Boys Don't Try? this
essential new book answers nine key questions about how teachers
and schools can best tackle boys' academic underperformance. For
decades schools have grappled with the most significant barriers to
male academic success: a lack of motivation to succeed, poor
attitudes to learning, lower literacy levels and a reluctance to
read for pleasure or write at length. In this compelling book, Mark
Roberts provides clear answers about how teachers can tackle 'The
Boy Question'. Each chapter answers a frequently asked question
about how best to teach boys, outlining the issue and demonstrating
what can be done about it. Informed by a wealth of research and the
author's personal experience of successfully teaching boys, this
book offers an abundance of practical advice for the busy classroom
teacher. It will shine a light on what makes boys tick and how we
can design effective curriculums to ensure they can best acquire
powerful knowledge. With practical advice and examples to help
address anti-social attitudes and stem the cycle of boys'
underachievement, this is essential reading for all teachers and
school leaders.
What if the idealized image of American society-a land of
opportunity that will reward hard work with economic success-is
completely wrong? Few topics have as many myths, stereotypes, and
misperceptions surrounding them as that of poverty in America. The
poor have been badly misunderstood since the beginnings of the
country, with the rhetoric only ratcheting up in recent times. Our
current era of fake news, alternative facts, and media partisanship
has led to a breeding ground for all types of myths and
misinformation to gain traction and legitimacy. Poorly Understood
is the first book to systematically address and confront many of
the most widespread myths pertaining to poverty. Mark Robert Rank,
Lawrence M. Eppard, and Heather E. Bullock powerfully demonstrate
that the realities of poverty are much different than the myths;
indeed in many ways they are more disturbing. The idealized image
of American society is one of abundant opportunities, with hard
work being rewarded by economic prosperity. But what if this
picture is wrong? What if poverty is an experience that touches the
majority of Americans? What if hard work does not necessarily lead
to economic well-being? What if the reasons for poverty are largely
beyond the control of individuals? And if all of the evidence
necessary to disprove these myths has been readily available for
years, why do they remain so stubbornly pervasive? These are much
more disturbing realities to consider because they call into
question the very core of America's identity. Armed with the latest
research, Poorly Understood not only challenges the myths of
poverty and inequality, but it explains why these myths continue to
exist, providing an innovative blueprint for how the nation can
move forward to effectively alleviate American poverty.
Brilliant revision strategies for A-level English Literature that
really work! Students often tell teacher Mark Roberts that they
find it hard to revise for A Level English Literature. This guide
will show you that all you need is an organised, step-by-step
approach to your English revision to get the best grade possible.
· Discover how to banish ineffective revision and use study skills
that will help you to do brilliantly in your A Level exams ·
Understand what really successful students do to help them towards
top grades in A Level English Literature · Implement practice
methods that actually improve your memory Read this book to find
out more! Chapter 1. Effective revision for English exams Chapter
2. Organising your notes and annotations Chapter 3. Building up a
bank of “killer quotes” Chapter 4. “Exploding” your quotes
Chapter 5. Applying critical viewpoints Chapter 6. Using context
successfully Chapter 7. Developing your academic style Chapter 8.
Improving practice essays Chapter 9. Getting ready for the unseen
texts Chapter 10. Taking care of yourself and coping with exams
The book explores the claim that English local government exists in
one of the most centralised relationships with national government.
Such a position fundamentally undermines any notion of local
self-government and makes the term 'government' in local government
a misnomer. The book will examine how the erosion of the autonomy,
powers, roles, functions and responsibilities of English local
government came about, the arguments of centralisers and localisers
to support their view of the constitutional status of local
government, and its overall role in the government of England. The
book offers an antidote to the onward march of centralisation by
offering a new vision of local government which emphasises both
'local' and 'government'.
A significant part of understanding how people use geographic
information and technology concerns human cognition. This book
provides the first comprehensive in-depth examination of the
cognitive aspects of human-computer interaction for geographic
information systems (GIS). Cognitive aspects are treated in
relation to individual, group, behavioral, institutional, and
cultural perspectives. Extensions of GIS in the form of spatial
decision support systems and SDSS for groups are part of the
geographic information technology considered. Audience: Geographic
information users, systems analysts and system designers,
researchers in human-computer interaction will find this book an
information resource for understanding cognitive aspects of
geographic information technology use, and the methods appropriate
for examining this use.
A workshop on Singularities, Bifuraction and Dynamics was held at
Warwick in July 1989, as part of a year-long symposium on
Singularity Theory and its applications. The proceedings fall into
two halves: Volume I mainly on connections with algebraic geometry
and volume II on connections with dynamical systems theory,
bifurcation theory and applications in the sciences. The papers are
original research, stimulated by the symposium and workshop: All
have been refereed and none will appear elsewhere. The main topic
of volume II is new methods for the study of bifurcations in
nonlinear dynamical systems, and applications of these.
In Rugged Individualism and the Misunderstanding of American
Inequality, the authors argue that the stronger individualism and
weaker structuralism found in the U.S. compared to much of Europe
ensures that American politicians do not face the same degree of
pressure that European politicians do to develop and/or maintain
robust and structurally-oriented social policies. Combined with
racism and features of the American political system, this works to
limit the generosity and effectiveness of anti-poverty and
inequality-reduction efforts in the U.S. This helps explain why the
U.S. compares so poorly to other wealthy countries on measures of
overall poverty, childhood poverty, economic inequality, and social
mobility.
Perfect for readers of How God Changes Your Brain, two researchers
present over thirty brain exercises to help readers generate
happiness and success, in business and in life. ”This remarkable
book translates state-of-the art neuroscience into practical
techniques that rapidly promote personal transformation. If you
want to double your happiness and your income, start using these
powerful brain-changing exercises today!” ―John Assaraf, New
York Times bestselling author and CEO of NeuroGym Adapted from a
business school course they created for professionals, bestselling
author Mark Waldman and Chris Manning present simple brain
exercises, based on the latest neuroscience research, to guide
readers to improvement in all parts of life, from work to home,
from how we think to how we feel. Their promise is to help people
create more "wealth" in their lives, defined as the combination of
money, happiness, and success. Using the latest research studied by
two experts in their field, the book presents both the scientific
background and sets of “NeuroWisdom” exercises that will help
people reduce neurological stress and increase happiness,
motivation, and productivity. The “worry” centers of the brain
are turned off and the optimism circuits are turned on. Work
becomes more pleasurable and creativity is increased, enabling the
brain to anticipate and solve problems more efficiently. From the
cutting edge of brain science to real-world solutions, these
exercises help readers gain the wisdom that leads to greater
fulfillment.
A young Czech girl, missing for eight days, is found abandoned in a deserted playground. She is so traumatized she cannot speak. DCI Eve Clay is on her way to interview the victim, when another case is called in. Two Polish migrant workers have been found dead in their burnt out flat. But Clay soon realizes that this is no normal house fire. The men's bodies were set alight, after the killer had clinically removed both of their hearts. Then reports come in that the Czech girl's mother has now also disappeared. As Clay and her team work to make sense of these crimes, they receive a call saying there will be another murder before the day ends. And this time, the body count will only go up.
To the young man who desires to preach God's Word, this bookwill be
of greater value than literal gold or silver. He will findherein
wisdom that has been gleaned through years of experienceand
prayerful study of the Bible. The style of this book - written as
letters from older preachers to young preachers - is compelling.
Exploring the lives of a wide range of individuals and families,
'Living on the Edge' depicts a side of the welfare experience
rarely seen and dispels the myth that only the urban
underclass--the center of most policy debate--struggles on welfare.
Rank's juxtaposition of numbers and faces alerts us to the fact
that welfare recipients share much in common with the rest of the
population. His frank analysis allows us to see beyond the common
biases to the fundamental constraints and forces in our society
that push so many people to life on the edge.
God is great-for your mental, physical, and spiritual health.
That's the finding of this startling, authoritative, and
controversial book by the bestselling authors of "Born to Believe.
"
Based on new evidence culled from their brain-scan studies on
memory patients and meditators, their Web-based survey of people's
religious and spiritual experiences, and their analyses of adult
drawings of God, neuroscientist Andrew Newberg, therapist Mark
Robert Waldman, and their research team have concluded that active
and positive spiritual belief changes the human brain for the
better. What's more, actual faith isn't always necessary: atheists
who meditate on positive imagery can obtain similar neurological
benefits. Written in an accessible style-with illustrations
highlighting how spiritual experiences affect the mind-How God
Changes Your Brain offers the following breakthrough discoveries:
- Not only do prayer and spiritual practice reduce stress and
anxiety, but just twelve minutes of meditation per day may slow
down the aging process.
- Contemplating a loving God rather than a punitive God reduces
anxiety, depression, and stress and increases feelings of security,
compassion, and love.
- Fundamentalism, in and of itself, is benign and can be personally
beneficial, but the anger and prejudice generated by extreme
beliefs can permanently damage your brain.
- Intense prayer and meditation permanently change numerous
structures and functions in the brain-altering your values and the
way you perceive reality.
How God Changes Your Brain is both a revelatory work of modern
science and a practical guide for readers to enhance their physical
and emotional health and to avoid mental decline. Newberg and
Waldman explain the eight best ways to "exercise" your brain and
guide readers through specific routines derived from a wide variety
of Eastern and Western spiritual practices that improve personal
awareness and empathy. They explain why yawning heightens
consciousness and relaxation, and they teach "Compassionate
Communication," a new mediation technique that builds intimacy with
family and friends in less than fifteen minutes of practice.
Unique in its conclusions and innovative in its methods, How God
Changes Your Brain is a first-of-a-kind book about faith that is as
credible as it is inspiring.
"From the Hardcover edition."
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