This updated and reorganized Third Edition of this textbook takes a workbook-style approach that encourages an active approach to learning statistics. Carefully placed reading questions throughout each chapter allow students to apply their knowledge right away.
This lab manual serves as an additional resource for students and instructors in a research methods, statistics, or combined course where classroom and/or laboratory exercises are conducted.
Examines issues of women and leadership from an interdisciplinary perspective. Profiles and examples highlight a diverse array of female leaders.
A practical, accessible guide for using software while doing data analysis in the social sciences, students can learn SPSS on their own, allowing instructors to focus on the concepts and calculations in their lectures, rather than SPSS tutorials.
Conducting Research with Human Participants is the only guidebook readers will need to navigate the IRB process and secure swift approval of research protocols. This text walks readers through the history of IRBs, strategies for drafting and revising protocols, and guidance on working with an approved protocol in the field.
Outlining the principles J. Bradley Cousins and colleagues developed to guide collaborative approaches in evaluation, this text provides case studies for how these principles have then been applied in practice.
Featuring a unique pedagogical framework, Social Research Methods: Sociology in Action provides all the elements required to create an active learning experience for this course. Students learn about quantitative and qualitative methods through a series of thoughtful learning exercises, discussion questions, and real-world examples of social researchers in action.
Promote Authentic Writing Through Student-Centered InstructionStudent-centered, responsive instruction helps build authentic writing opportunities while allowing room for choice and creativity. Part of the Five-to-Thrive series, this book serves as a go-to desk companion designed to meet you at the moment you need answers. The just-in-time approach makes accessible Practical teaching strategies on essential topics, such as building a classroom community of writers, deciding on instructional approaches, and using assessment to inform instruction Online printables for planning and in-class note-taking Suggestions for seminal readings and resources to go deeper into each topic area Classroom examples, strategies, and tips to put into practice right away
This book provides a practical introduction to the financial decision-making and management skills required of students and practitioners in the public, health, and not-for-profit sectors.
David A. Sousa continues his tradition of translating new neuroscience findings into effective classroom strategies and activities in this updated version of his bestselling text.
The only introductory core text for crime analysis, this must-have resource presents readers with opportunities to apply theory, research methods, and statistics to careers that support and enhance the effectiveness of modern policing.
Jumpstart Motivation with a Shift in Perspective.Motivational speaker Tommie Mabry builds from personal experiences as a child labeled ¿at risk¿ to promote empathy and understanding in motivating the success of youth. Written in a clear style, this practical guide leads educators through shifting student perspectives on the value and benefits of formal schooling. The key to motivation is a holistic construct encompassing mindset, emotions, effort, and outcomes. Layered with effective methodologies, chapters address critical topics important to this view of perspective, including extensive information on Building positive relationships Drawing on educators¿ empathic capacity Engendering trust Practicing culturally responsive teaching Igniting students¿ passions
Enhance Student Growth through Actionable Mentoring MovesMentor relationships should focus on student growth and provide novice teachers with instructional support to impact student learning. Amanda Brueggeman brings this focus to life by presenting mentorship strategies for any induction context, all through the prism of orienting mentor conversations around student learning. Mentors will learn how to develop a student-centered approach, promote collective efficacy, engage in reflective coaching conversations, and prevent new teacher burnout using the following resources Actionable strategies for mentoring using a student-centered lens Detailed anecdotes and examples Comprehensive ancillary materials, including professional development support for starting a mentoring program and online tools to help train mentors
A school-wide model for addressing individual needsThe greatest goal of education is to ensure equity while enhancing learning and academic success for all students. And yet, it is impossible for one teacher to meet the extensive needs of all students in his or her classroom. The traditional schooling model cannot provide for this complexity and leaves educators perplexed. The solution is a collaborative approach where ¿every child deserves a team¿ to surround them with supports that recognize their strengths and challenges.Collaborative Response offers a school-wide model for addressing students¿ individual needs. The three fundamental components of the model are: collaborative structures and processes; data and evidence; and continuum of supports. In this book, readers will find: Entry points for beginning this work Potential pitfalls of the approach Case studies from schools that have adopted the model Access to a website with tools, templates, case studies, and moreWith a focus on quality classroom instruction, this book shares examples from schools and districts that have transformed how they respond to the needs of all learners.
For maximum impact, let intention drive your actionsLeading a team means more than running meetings. It¿s leading collaborative learning for continuous improvement. Like effective teachers in the classroom, skillful team leaders decide what they are aiming to achieve and make small, intentional moves to produce powerful learning outcomes for teachers and students. In this long-awaited follow-up to her best-selling book, The Skillful Team Leader, acclaimed educator Elisa MacDonald presents nearly 150 effective moves, organized by intention, for any educator who leads a team.In this book, yoüll find strategies to lead with purpose and direction, including how to: foster an inclusive environment and strengthen team trust interrupt bias and cultivate diverse perspectives navigate resistance and manage conflict facilitate data analysis lead peer observation assess your team¿s collaborationand so much more!Written in a practitioner-friendly format with a light tone and relatable stories, this is a must-have book for all team leaders and those who support them in your school.
Using current examples and step-by-step behavioral models, the Seventh Edition of Leadership: Theory, Application, and Skill Development equips your students with the leadership skills they need to thrive in today¿s business world.
Taking a chronological approach, Lifespan Development: Lives in Context, Third Edition follows three core themes: the centrality of context, the importance of research, and the applied value of developmental science. Dr. Kuther¿s clear, concise narrative guides students through current and classic studies and foundational theories while exploring real-world connections and culturally diverse perspectives. Case studies, policy applications, and other examples are accompanied by opportunities for personal reflection to help students carry these discoveries into their own lives and future careers.
Written to empower all members of the IEP or 504 team, this book offers practical tools for improving the fit between the learning profile of individual students and schooling. Responsive Collaboration for IEP and 504 Teams provides a framework that identifies opportunities to build connections between educators, establish relationships with service providers, strengthen school-family partnerships, address inequities, and develop student self-determination. Readers will find guidance on Referral and eligibility determination Individualized plan development Responsive teaming over timeOther key practices related to responsive teaming, with links to implementation tools
Sharpen your instructional leadership skills and guide your school toward equity and excellence for all.Just think about how great schools could be if every instructional leader exercised their influence to create change¿maximizing the efforts of others and mobilizing those efforts to work toward a shared goal.How Leadership Works: A Playbook for Instructional Leaders walks educators through the processes of clarifying, articulating, and actualizing instructional leadership goals with the aim of delivering on the promise of equity and excellence for all. Grounded in Visible Learning® research, the exercises in this easy-to-use playbook illuminate the essential mindframes necessary for effective instructional leadership and prompt veteran, new, and aspiring educators to identify challenges and determine next steps. It includes: Ten essential mindframes for leaders, together with the leadership practices that illustrate each mindframe in action Teaching practices, such as teacher clarity or student engagement in learning, that support teachers in delivering quality instruction, along with tools to document the impact of those practices on learning Strategies for leading learning, including establishing school culture, utilizing feedback, and supporting professional learning communities as a pathway to building collective teacher efficacy. Tools for applying the principles of change, conducting an initiative inventory, and implementing and de-implementing initiativesExercise-by-exercise, educators and front office staff will deepen their knowledge, frame their priorities and practices, and gain new tools for supporting the instructional focus and initiatives designed to support learning at your school.
In chaotic times, a deep breath can bring calm to your classroom.As the pandemic recedes and the world gradually returns to ¿normal,¿ it¿s more important than ever to make your classroom a place that supports mental health and improves overall wellness. With this practical, research-based guide, yoüll incorporate age- and grade-appropriate meditation, breathing, mindfulness, and secular yoga activities into your teaching, in ways that work for in-person as well as virtual and hybrid settings. Features include: Adaptations for special populations, including those who have experienced trauma Recommendations for family involvement in social emotional learning Guidance on self-care for teachers and school staff Data from successfully implemented programs Dozens of illustrations, QR codes, and reflective questions
In The Essentials of Lifespan Development: Lives in Context, best-selling author Tara L. Kuther examines the ways in which contexts-- culture, society, socioeconomic status, home, family, and even community-- impact each stage of a person¿s life. Using highly relatable examples, and vivid cross-cultural stories, Kuther applies the latest cutting edge research to learners¿ experiences and interdisciplinary career aspirations. A chronological, 16-chapter organization; chunked content; and routine critical thinking practice help to make the book inviting and accessible for all students.
Because fluency practice is not a worksheet.Fluency in mathematics is more than adeptly using basic facts or implementing algorithms. It is not about speed or recall. Real fluency is about choosing strategies that are efficient, flexible, lead to accurate solutions, and are appropriate for the given situation. Developing fluency is also a matter of equity and access for all learners. The landmark book Figuring Out Fluency in Mathematics Teaching and Learning offered educators the inspiration to develop a deeper understanding of procedural fluency, along with a plethora of pragmatic tools for shifting classrooms toward a fluency approach. Now, teachers have the chance to apply that inspiration through explicit instruction and practice every day with the classroom companion Figuring Out Fluency: Multiplication and Division with Fractions and Decimals. With this book, teachers can: Dive deeper into the Significant Strategies for fluency explained in the anchor book Learn how these strategies grow from and relate to the basic fact strategies children learn Access over 100 strategy-aligned and classroom-ready activities for fluency instruction and practice in multiplying and dividing fractions and decimals, including worked examples, routines, games, and centers Find activities for assessing all components of multiplication and division fluency for fractions and decimals, plus support for engaging families Download all of the needed support tools, game boards, and other resources from the companion website for immediate implementation.Give each and every student the knowledge and power to become skilled and confident mathematical thinkers and doers.
A classic text for the undergraduate Cognitive Psychology course, Cognition: Theories and Applicationsprovides students with an overview of the origins of this experimental field and makes connections with our current understanding of various cognitive processes through deep dives into classic and current research findings. The chapter organization and an accompanying visual framework illustrate how cognitive processes are connected and empirically-based pedagogy, exercises, and applications promote critical thinking. The tenth edition features a new, full-color design, streamlined coverage of text and language processing, and new research findings in the areas of cognitive neuroscience, linguistics, and robotics.
With clear, comprehensive, and cutting-edge coverage, The Psychology of Women and Gender: Half the Human Experience + delivers an authoritative analysis of classical and up-to-date research from a feminist, psychological viewpoint.
This book guides students on how to understand and interpret research articles and how to evaluate what was done in the research.
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