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PLC+: A Playbook for Instructional Leaders
by Douglas Fisher Nancy Frey Dave Nagel Toni Osborn Faddis Aida Allen-RotellBuild cohesive PLC+ teams to improve learning outcomes Effective teacher collaboration can amplify student learning and well-being outcomes, increase teacher satisfaction rates, and improve the onboarding of new teachers. Yet developing a cohesive PLC+ team isn’t always so simple. Designed as a companion to PLC+: Better Decisions and Greater Impact by Design and The PLC+ Playbook, this easy-to-use playbook for school leaders provides strategies, techniques, and evidence-based approaches to help leaders foster successful collaboration among teachers and positively impact student learning. Four cross-cutting values are infused within each guiding question: high expectations, activation, individual and collective teacher efficacy, and equity. Building on this framework and drawing from Visible Learning research, the guide offers specific instructional leadership actions and behaviors to promote cohesion in PLC+ teams. Leaders will learn: Contextual information to boost knowledge about effectively engaging with adults Essential information on how to lead PLC+ teams to become strong, interdependent, and productive Leadership tools to support and inspire others to work at optimal levels Examples and insights into time management, decision-making, successes, failures, and learning opportunities Discover how to build social, human, and decisional capital within your organization, equipping teachers with the skills they need to drive school improvement.
PLC+: Better Decisions and Greater Impact by Design
by Douglas Fisher Nancy Frey John T. Almarode Karen T. Flories Dave NagelWhat makes a powerful and results-driven Professional Learning Community (PLC)? The answer is collaborative work that expands the emphasis on student learning and leverages individual teacher efficacy into collective teacher efficacy. PLC+: Better Decisions and Greater Impact by Design calls for strong and effective PLCs plus—and that plus is YOU. Until now, the PLC movement has been focused almost exclusively on students and what they were or were not learning. But keeping student learning at the forefront requires that we also recognize the vital role that you play in the equation of teaching and learning. This means that PLCs must take on two additional challenges: maximizing your individual expertise, while harnessing the power of the collaborative expertise you can develop with your peers. PLC+ is grounded in four cross-cutting themes—a focus on equity of access and opportunity, high expectations for all students, a commitment to building individual self-efficacy and the collective efficacy of the professional learning community and effective team activation and facilitation to move from discussion to action. The PLC+ framework supports educators in considering five essential questions as they work together to improve student learning: Where are we going? Where are we now? How do we move learning forward? What did we learn today? Who benefited and who did not benefit? The PLC+ framework leads educators to question practices as well as outcomes. It broadens the focus on student learning to encompass educational equity and teaching efficacy, and, in doing so, it leads educators to plan and implement learning communities that maximize individual expertise while harnessing the power of collaborative efficacy.
PLC+: Better Decisions and Greater Impact by Design
by Douglas Fisher Nancy Frey John T. Almarode Karen T. Flories Dave NagelWhat makes a powerful and results-driven Professional Learning Community (PLC)? The answer is collaborative work that expands the emphasis on student learning and leverages individual teacher efficacy into collective teacher efficacy. PLC+: Better Decisions and Greater Impact by Design calls for strong and effective PLCs plus—and that plus is YOU. Until now, the PLC movement has been focused almost exclusively on students and what they were or were not learning. But keeping student learning at the forefront requires that we also recognize the vital role that you play in the equation of teaching and learning. This means that PLCs must take on two additional challenges: maximizing your individual expertise, while harnessing the power of the collaborative expertise you can develop with your peers. PLC+ is grounded in four cross-cutting themes—a focus on equity of access and opportunity, high expectations for all students, a commitment to building individual self-efficacy and the collective efficacy of the professional learning community and effective team activation and facilitation to move from discussion to action. The PLC+ framework supports educators in considering five essential questions as they work together to improve student learning: Where are we going? Where are we now? How do we move learning forward? What did we learn today? Who benefited and who did not benefit? The PLC+ framework leads educators to question practices as well as outcomes. It broadens the focus on student learning to encompass educational equity and teaching efficacy, and, in doing so, it leads educators to plan and implement learning communities that maximize individual expertise while harnessing the power of collaborative efficacy.
PLCs, DI, & RTI: A Tapestry for School Change
by Judy Stoehr Maria D. Banks Linda G. AllenA framework for weaving common threads into an artful solution Rather than buying individual books about professional learning communities (PLCs), differentiated instruction (DI), and Response to Intervention (RTI), invest wisely in one resource that synthesizes all three. The text uses a tapestry analogy to weave together these critical topics to form a comprehensive framework for achieving continuous school improvement. The result is a stronger foundation for school leaders’ and teachers’ instructional decisions based on: Utilizing PLCs as the framework for sharing new strategies and understandings Discussing data collected through assessments Evaluating data against benchmarks
PMI-ACP Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner Exam Study Guide
by J. Ashley HuntThe ultimate study package for the new PMI-ACP exam The PMI-ACP Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner Exam Study Guide is an all-in-one package for comprehensive exam preparation. This up-to-date guide is fully aligned with the latest version of the exam, featuring coverage of 100 percent of the exam domains. Expanded coverage of AGILE includes the basic principles, value-driven delivery, stakeholder engagement, team performance, adaptive planning, problem detection and resolution, and continuous improvement to align with the A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® 6th Edition) and its increased emphasis on agile, adaptive and iterative practices. In-depth discussion merges with hands-on exercises and real-world scenarios to provide a well-rounded review of essential exam concepts, while the online learning center provides an assessment test, chapter tests, a practice exam, and study aids to help you ensure complete preparation for the big day. Master 100 percent of the exam objectives, including expanded AGILE coverage Reinforce critical concepts with hands-on practice and real-world scenarios Test your knowledge with challenging chapter review questions One year of FREE access to the Sybex online test bank featuring practice tests, flashcards, a glossary, and more Project management is one of the most in-demand skills in today's job market, making more and more employers turn to AGILE methodologies to enhance delivery and results. The PMI-ACP certification shows employers that you have demonstrated mastery of essential project management skills and a practical understanding of adaptive, iterative processes; this validation puts you among the ranks of qualified project management professionals employers are desperately seeking, and the PMI-ACP Project Management Institute Agile Certified Practitioner Exam Study Guide is your one-stop resource for exam success.
PMP Exam Prep For Dummies
by Crystal J. RichardsDiscover an exciting and lucrative new career in project management Project management is one of the most flexible, engaging, and lucrative careers available today. And nothing gets you ready for it quite like the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam, which awards the gold-standard qualification in the field. PMP Exam Prep For Dummies walks you through every step you need to take to acquire your PMP credential. The book covers all aspects of the PMP certification exam, helping you learn to manage a project's people, processes, and business priorities with ease. Applicable to virtually any industry—including health, construction, and information technology—the book offers: Critical info about the certification process, the application, the exam, and more Strategies for learning the most relevant parts of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) Complimentary access to an online practice question bank you can use to sharpen your skills and get ready for the test Perfect for aspiring project management professionals, career changers, and anyone else interested in broadening their business skillset, PMP Exam Prep For Dummies is also a can't-miss resource for practicing project management professionals looking to brush up on the basics. Grab your copy today!
PMP Exam Prep: Questions, Answers, & Explanations: 1000+ Practice Questions with Detailed Solutions
by Christopher ScordoCountless time and money is spent preparing for the PMP® exam. So why aren't students laser-focused on taking practice exams before attempting the real thing? Reflects the current PMP exam format, the PMBOK® Guide – Seventh Edition, and Agile Practice Guide! The practice tests in this book are designed to help students adjust to the pace, subject matter, and difficulty of the real Project Management Professional (PMP) exam. Geared towards anyone preparing for the exam, all tests include clear solutions to help you understand core concepts. If you plan on passing the PMP exam, it's time to test your knowledge. It's time for PMP Exam Prep - Questions, Answers, & Explanations. Now packed with Over 1,100 realistic PMP sample questions to help you pass the exam on your FIRST try. In this book: 1100+ detailed PMP exam practice questions including condensed PMP mock exams that can be completed in one hour; Targeted PMBOK Performance Domain tests, Diagram questions, Agile questions; and detailed solution sets for all PMP questions which include clear explanations and wording, PMBOK Performance Domain, ECO Domain and Task; and page references; and reasoning based on the latest PMBOK Guide – Seventh Edition.
PMP Project Management Professional Exam Review Guide
by Kim Heldman Vanina Mangano Brett FeddersenEssential review for the PMP exam, updated for the new PMBOK® Guide, 6th edition The PMP Project Management Professional Exam Review Guide, Fourth Edition, offers complete, concise review of essential project management concepts and practices. Covering 100% of the PMP exam objectives, this book helps you ensure your full preparation in advance of the big day. This new 4th Edition has been updated to align with the newest version of the exam, featuring changes to PMP best practices, greater emphasis on Agile and other iterative processes, as well as the evolution of the project manager's role. Organized by domain area, this handy review guide covers project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closing as detailed in the new A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 6th Edition, giving you clear guidance on what you need to know for the exam. You also get a year of free access to the Sybex online interactive learning environment and study tools, which features flashcards, chapter tests, two bonus practice exams, and more. PMP candidates must have extensive project management experience before taking the exam, but you cannot rely on experience alone; the PMP exam tests your understanding of critical PMP concepts and practices as laid out in the PMBOK® Guide 6th Edition; this practical review condenses the PMBOK's essential details into quickly-digestible chapters that help you prepare more efficiently. Review 100% of the exam objectives Apply PMP concepts to real-world scenarios Identify areas in need of additional review Access practice exams, flashcards, and more The PMP certification puts you in demand, and can be a major boost to your career. Regardless of your current level of experience, exam success lies in complete and thorough preparation; the PMP Project Management Professional Exam Review Guide, Fourth Edition, is your ultimate key to confidence and success.
PMP Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide
by Kim HeldmanThe much-anticipated update to the highly acclaimed PMP study guide!The Project Management Profressional (PMP) certification is the most desired skill in today's IT marketplace and candidates are required to have thousands of hours of PM experience even before taking the PMP exam.This fifth edition is completely updated for the newest exam and is the most comprehensive review guide on the shelf. You'll benefit from the detailed discussions on a wide range of PMP topics, concepts, and key terms-all of which cover the Project Management Process and Procedures.A comprehensive study guide for the PMP certification exam that can also be used as a reference after the exam Each chapter covers a list of objectives, followed by in-depth discussions of those objectives Includes hands-on, real-world scenarios to prepare you for the many situations you may face on the job Companion CD-ROM features a test engine of practice questions, electronic flashcards, and two hours of audio Essential reading both before and after the PMP exam, this study guide is also aimed at anyone studying for the new Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) program.Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.For Instructor: Teaching supplements are available for this title.
PMP Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide: 2021 Exam Update
by Kim HeldmanPrepare for PMP certification exam success with this fully updated and comprehensive study guide This study guide serves as a comprehensive resource for those who plan on taking the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam administered by PMI. The book helps you prepare for the exam, and it will continue to serve project managers as an on-the-job reference book. The PMP Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide, Tenth Edition is fully updated to include recent changes to the exam. New content covers the integral role that Agile and other iterative practices have in project management. Updates also address the pivotal responsibilities of the project manager and the skill sets required for this position. The study guide was written to reflect the Project Management Process and Procedures found in the revised A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge -- PMBOK® Guide, 6th Edition. Well-known author and expert Kim Heldman, PMP, helps to prepare you for the exam with in-depth coverage of topics, concepts, and key terms. Learn more about the three main domain areas of people, process, and business environment, plus the predictive, agile, and hybrid approaches to project management.This guide is an effective learning aid that will take your understanding to the next level. Provides comprehensive material, covering the complete exam outline Lists chapter objectives and offers detailed discussions of these objectives Reflects differences in project management environments and approaches Effectively presents real world scenarios, project application sidebars, and chapter review questions You’ll also connect to a beneficial, on-the-go resource: an interactive online learning environment and test bank. This environment includes an assessment test, chapter tests, practice exams, electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key terms. A thorough review is the best prep for a challenging certification exam. So, get ready with this essential PMP study guide.
PMP Project Management Professional Practice Tests: 2021 Exam Update
by Kim Heldman Vanina ManganoThe best practice test preparation for the PMP exam! Boost your confidence through preparation before you take the new Project Management Professional (PMP) exam. The PMP Project Management Professional Practice Tests is the hands-on way to prepare for the exam and achieve your certification. Access three practice tests Study questions that cover the three PMP performance domains Test your knowledge with three additional bonus exams Practice with a total of 1,000 unique test questions. The Project Management Professional (PMP) certification was developed by the Project Management Institute (PMI). The certification requires extensive project management experience, instructional hours, and successful completion of the certification exam. Well-known PMP authors and experts, Kim Heldman and Vanina Mangano, have written practice questions that will help you get ready for testing as you work toward certification. The test questions provide you with coverage within each of the performance domains: people, process, and business environments. Project managers play a critical role in today’s organizations. When you pass the exam and earn certification, you will gain additional recognition for your skill set and expertise. This confidence-building guide also connects you to an interactive online learning environment and test bank including all the practice exam questions. Get help reaching your professional goals with the right PMP tools!
PMP Project Management Professional Practice Tests: Project Management Professional Practice Tests
by Kim Heldman Vanina ManganoMaster all five PMP domains and boost your confidence for exam day PMP: Project Management Professional Practice Tests provides candidates with an ideal study aid for PMP exam preparation. Fully aligned with the A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 6th edition, this book provides practice questions covering all five performance domains. Five unique 160- question chapter tests, as well as one practice exam cover Initiating; Planning; Executing; Monitoring and Controlling; and Closing to help you pinpoint weak areas while there is still time to review. An additional 200-question practice test provides a bonus exam--1000 questions in all--, and a year of FREE access to the Sybex interactive online learning environment puts a test bank, practice questions, and more at your disposal. The PMP exam is a challenging four-hour, 200-question validation of your project management knowledge. Mimicking exam conditions is one of the best ways to prepare, and this book is designed to test your knowledge, focus, and mental endurance to get you fully prepared for the big day. Test your project management knowledge with 1,000 challenging questions Prepare using up-to-date material that accurately reflect the current exam Access digital study tools including electronic flashcards and additional practice questions In today's IT marketplace, qualified project managers are heavily in demand as employers increasingly require those who are capable of managing larger and more complex projects. The PMP certification shows that you know, understand, and can practice PMBOK guidelines to a rigorous level, and is considered the premier project management qualification out there—so when exam day arrives, complete preparation becomes critical to your success. PMP: Project Management Professional Practice Tests help you gauge your progress, preview exam day, and focus your study time so you can conquer the exam with confidence. To register for access to the online test banks included with the purchase of this book, please visit: www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep.
PMP Rapid Review
by Sean WhitakerAssess your readiness for the updated PMP Exam--and quickly identify where you need to focus and practice. This practical, streamlined guide walks you through each exam task, providing "need to know" checklists, review questions, tips, and links to further study--all designed to help bolster your preparation. Reinforce your exam prep with a Rapid Review of these tasks: Initiating the project Planning the project Executing the project Monitoring and controlling the project Closing the project This book is an ideal complement to the in-depth training of the Microsoft Press Training Kit and other exam-prep resources for the PMP Exam aligned with the Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide), Fifth Edition.
PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide
by Kim HeldmanThe ultimate PMP preparation and self-study experience, updated to align with the new PMBOK® Guide, 6th Edition The PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide, Ninth Edition, provides comprehensive review for the Project Management Institute's (PMI) PMP certification exam. This new ninth edition has been completely revised to align with the latest version of the exam, which includes new tasks that reflect changes to best practices, the role of the project manager, and the growing importance of agile and other adaptive and iterative practices. Detailed discussion draws from the latest A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK® Guide), 6th edition, to provide the most up-to-date information on critical topics, while hands-on exercises provide insight on real-world implementation. Receive one year of free access to the Sybex online interactive learning environment, to help you prepare with superior study tools, rigorous chapter tests, and two practice exams that allows you to gauge your readiness and avoid surprises on exam day. The PMP certification is arguably the most desired skill in the IT marketplace, but its reach extends into a variety of other industries. Candidates must have extensive project management experience to qualify, but comprehensive study materials, aligned with the PMBOK® Guide Sixth Edition, are essential to success on the exam. This study guide provides everything you need to ensure thorough preparation and full exam-day confidence. Study 100% of the objectives for the latest PMP exam Practice applying PMP concepts to real-world scenarios Test your understanding with comprehensive review questions Access online chapter tests, practice exams, electronic flashcards, and more Companies are demanding more of project managers than ever before: skills in technical management, leadership, strategic management, and business management make you more competitive, and the PMP exam reflects their increasing relevance in a rapidly-evolving field. When you're ready to take the next step for your career, the PMP: Project Management Professional Exam Study Guide, Ninth Edition, is your ideal companion for ultimate PMP preparation.
PN FUNDAMENTALS: Passbooks Study Guide (Certified Nurse Examination Series)
by National Learning CorporationThe Certified Nurse Examination Series prepares individuals for licensing and certification conducted by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the National Certification Corporation (NCC), the National League for Nursing (NLN), and other organizations. The PN Fundamentals Passbook® provides a series of informational texts as well as hundreds of questions and answers in the areas that will likely be covered on your upcoming exam.
POGIL: An Introduction to Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning for Those Who Wish to Empower Learners
by Shawn R. SimonsonProcess Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning (POGIL) is a pedagogy that is based on research on how people learn and has been shown to lead to better student outcomes in many contexts and in a variety of academic disciplines. Beyond facilitating students’ mastery of a discipline, it promotes vital educational outcomes such as communication skills and critical thinking. Its active international community of practitioners provides accessible educational development and support for anyone developing related courses.Having started as a process developed by a group of chemistry professors focused on helping their students better grasp the concepts of general chemistry, The POGIL Project has grown into a dynamic organization of committed instructors who help each other transform classrooms and improve student success, develop curricular materials to assist this process, conduct research expanding what is known about learning and teaching, and provide professional development and collegiality from elementary teachers to college professors. As a pedagogy it has been shown to be effective in a variety of content areas and at different educational levels. This is an introduction to the process and the community.Every POGIL classroom is different and is a reflection of the uniqueness of the particular context – the institution, department, physical space, student body, and instructor – but follows a common structure in which students work cooperatively in self-managed small groups of three or four. The group work is focused on activities that are carefully designed and scaffolded to enable students to develop important concepts or to deepen and refine their understanding of those ideas or concepts for themselves, based entirely on data provided in class, not on prior reading of the textbook or other introduction to the topic. The learning environment is structured to support the development of process skills –– such as teamwork, effective communication, information processing, problem solving, and critical thinking. The instructor’s role is to facilitate the development of student concepts and process skills, not to simply deliver content to the students. The first part of this book introduces the theoretical and philosophical foundations of POGIL pedagogy and summarizes the literature demonstrating its efficacy. The second part of the book focusses on implementing POGIL, covering the formation and effective management of student teams, offering guidance on the selection and writing of POGIL activities, as well as on facilitation, teaching large classes, and assessment. The book concludes with examples of implementation in STEM and non-STEM disciplines as well as guidance on how to get started. Appendices provide additional resources and information about The POGIL Project.
POL 224 Bharatiy Rajkarnachi Prakriya S.Y.B.A - Y.C.M.O.U
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POL 225 Apale hakka Ani Tyanchi Paripurti S.Y.B.A. - Y.C.M.O.U
by Indavi Tulpule R. V. Bhuskute Shantaram Pandere Shri Sathe Shri Hiralal Shri Palashikar Smt Kelkar Shri HatkarPOL 225 Apale hakka Ani Tyanchi Paripurti text book for S.Y.B.A from Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University, Nashik in Marathi.
POL 286 Rajyashastrache Svarup T.Y.B.A - Y.C.M.O.U
by Prof. Kulkarni Prof. T. B. Ahire Prof. R. M. Varadkar Rajeshvari Deshpande Prof. Kashikar Prof. Palashikar Prof. NanivadekarPOL 286 Rajyashastrache Svarup text book for T.Y.B.A from Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University, Nashik in Marathi.
POL 287 Rajkiya Sanrachana T.Y.B.A - Y.C.M.O.U
by Prof. K. Shri. Kshirsagar V. C. Phadake Shri. Date R. S. Morkhandikar V. K. KshirePOL 287 Rajkiya Sanrachana text book for T.Y.B.A from Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University, Nashik in Marathi.
POL 288 Adhunik Bharatatil Rajakiy Varasa T.Y.B.A - Y.C.M.O.U
by N. M. Jain Prof. Borgavkar Prof. Palashikar Prof. DevlankarPOL 288 Adhunik Bharatatil Rajakiy Varasa text book for T.Y.B.A from Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University, Nashik in Marathi.
POL 289 Antararashtriya Sambandh Va Rajkaran T.Y.B.A - Y.C.M.O.U
by Mohan Kashikar Prof. DevlankarPOL 289 Antararashtriya Sambandh Va Rajkaran text book for T.Y.B.A from Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University, Nashik in Marathi.
POL 290 Pashchimatya Rajkiya Vichar pravah T.Y.B.A - Y.C.M.O.U
by N. Y. Dole Prof. Borgavkar Prof. Musale Ramkrushna Metakar Shailendra DevlankarPOL 290 Pashchimatya Rajkiya Vicharpravah text book for T.Y.B.A from Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University, Nashik in Marathi.
POL 311 Lokprashasan T.Y.B.A - Y.C.M.O.U.
by Narayan Chaudhari Prof. Borgavkar Prof. Musale Nandkumar Naik Prof. ChaudhariPOL 311 Lokprashasan text book for T.Y.B.A from Yashwantrao Chavan Maharashtra Open University, Nashik in Marathi.
PPI California Civil Surveying Practice Exams, 4th Edition eText - 1 Year
by Peter R. Boniface Ph.D., PLS Allan Y. Ng MSCE, PLSRealistic Practice for the California Civil Surveying ExamCalifornia Civil Surveying Practice Exams contains two 55-problem, multiple-choice exams consistent with the California Civil Engineering Surveying exam's format and specifications. Like the actual exam, the problems in this book require an average of three minutes to solve. Comprehensive step-by-step solutions demonstrate accurate and efficient problem-solving approaches. Author commentary is provided in the solutions, explaining common pitfalls and suggesting time-saving shortcuts. Taking each exam in California Civil Surveying Practice Exams within the same 2.5-hour time limit as the actual exam will simulate exam conditions, enhance your time-management skills, and help you identify which references you'll need most on exam day.Topics CoveredAccuracy and Error AnalysisConstruction SurveysPreparation of Reports and MapsTopographic SurveysKey FeaturesConsistent with the exam scope and formatLearn accurate and efficient problem-solving approachesConnect relevant theory to exam-like problemsSolve problems under exam-like timed conditionsBinding: PaperbackPublisher: PPI, A Kaplan Company