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The Mill on the Floss (SparkNotes Literature Guide Series)

by SparkNotes

The Mill on the Floss (SparkNotes Literature Guide) by George Eliot Making the reading experience fun!Created by Harvard students for students everywhere, SparkNotes is a new breed of study guide: smarter, better, faster. Geared to what today's students need to know, SparkNotes provide:Chapter-by-chapter analysisExplanations of key themes, motifs, and symbolsA review quiz and essay topicsLively and accessible, these guides are perfect for late-night studying and writing papers.

The Misanthrope (SparkNotes Literature Guide Series)

by SparkNotes

The Misanthrope (SparkNotes Literature Guide) by Moliere Making the reading experience fun! Created by Harvard students for students everywhere, SparkNotes is a new breed of study guide: smarter, better, faster. Geared to what today's students need to know, SparkNotes provides: *Chapter-by-chapter analysis *Explanations of key themes, motifs, and symbols *A review quiz and essay topicsLively and accessible, these guides are perfect for late-night studying and writing papers

The Molino

by Melani Martinez

Set in one of Tucson’s first tamal and tortilla factories, The Molino is Melani Martinez’s memoir of her family’s transformations and belonging in historic Barrio Presidio.

The Moonstone (SparkNotes Literature Guide Series)

by SparkNotes

The Moonstone (SparkNotes Literature Guide) by Wilkie Collins Making the reading experience fun! Created by Harvard students for students everywhere, SparkNotes is a new breed of study guide: smarter, better, faster. Geared to what today's students need to know, SparkNotes provides: *Chapter-by-chapter analysis *Explanations of key themes, motifs, and symbols *A review quiz and essay topicsLively and accessible, these guides are perfect for late-night studying and writing papers

The Myth of Achievement Tests: The GED and the Role of Character in American Life

by James J. Heckman John Eric Humphries Tim Kautz

Achievement tests play an important role in modern societies. They are used to evaluate schools, to assign students to tracks within schools, and to identify weaknesses in student knowledge. The GED is an achievement test used to grant the status of high school graduate to anyone who passes it. GED recipients currently account for 12 percent of all high school credentials issued each year in the United States. But do achievement tests predict success in life? "The Myth of Achievement Tests" shows that achievement tests like the GED fail to measure important life skills. James J. Heckman, John Eric Humphries, Tim Kautz, and a group of scholars offer an in-depth exploration of how the GED came to be used throughout the United States and why our reliance on it is dangerous. Drawing on decades of research, the authors show that, while GED recipients score as well on achievement tests as high school graduates who do not enroll in college, high school graduates vastly outperform GED recipients in terms of their earnings, employment opportunities, educational attainment, and health. The authors show that the differences in success between GED recipients and high school graduates are driven by character skills. Achievement tests like the GED do not adequately capture character skills like conscientiousness, perseverance, sociability, and curiosity. These skills are important in predicting a variety of life outcomes. They can be measured, and they can be taught. aUsing the GED as a case study," "the authors explore what achievement tests miss and show the dangers of an educational system based on them. They call for a return to an emphasis on character in our schools, our systems of accountability, and our national dialogue. ContributorsEric Grodsky, University of WisconsinOCoMadisonAndrew Halpern-Manners, Indiana University BloomingtonPaul A. LaFontaine, Federal Communications CommissionJanice H. Laurence, Temple UniversityLois M. Quinn, University of WisconsinOCoMilwaukeePedro L. Rodr guez, Institute of Advanced Studies in AdministrationJohn Robert Warren, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

The Myth of Sisyphus (SparkNotes Philosophy Guide)

by SparkNotes

The Myth of Sisyphus (SparkNotes Philosophy Guide) Making the reading experience fun! SparkNotes Philosophy Guides are one-stop guides to the great works of philosophy–masterpieces that stand at the foundations of Western thought. Inside each Philosophy Guide you&’ll find insightful overviews of great philosophical works of the Western world.

The Naked Roommate 4th Edition

by Harlan Cohen

In this update of the 2009 edition, an advice columnist for young people and their parents provides facts and tips on things not typically mentioned in college brochures such as homesickness and depression, naughty or nasty roommates, fraternities and sororities, drinking and drugs, and living on a student budget. Cohen is the author of The Happiest Kid on Campus. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)

The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into in College

by Harlan Cohen

For 10 years (and counting), The Naked Roommate has been the #1 go-to guide for your very best college experience!From sharing a bathroom with 40 strangers to sharing lecture notes, The Naked Roommate is your behind-the-scenes look at EVERYTHING you need to know about college (but never knew you needed to know).This essential, fully updated edition is packed with real-life advice on everything from making friends to managing stress. Hilarious, outrageous, and telling stories from students on over 100 college campuses cover the basics, and then some, including topics onCollege Living Dorm dos, don'ts, and dramas Lying, noisy, nasty roommatesFinding People, Places, & Patience Social network dos and don'ts Friend today, gone tomorrowClasses To go or not to go? How to get an A, C, or FDating 17 kinds of college hookups Long distance = BIG concernsThe Party Scene The punch in the "fruit punch" Sex, drugs, and safety firstMoney Grants, loans, and loose change Credit cards and campus jobsIn college, there's a surprise around every corner. Luckily, The Naked Roommate has you covered!

The Natural (SparkNotes Literature Guide Series)

by SparkNotes

The Natural (SparkNotes Literature Guide) by Bernard Malamud Making the reading experience fun! Created by Harvard students for students everywhere, SparkNotes is a new breed of study guide: smarter, better, faster. Geared to what today's students need to know, SparkNotes provides: *Chapter-by-chapter analysis *Explanations of key themes, motifs, and symbols *A review quiz and essay topicsLively and accessible, these guides are perfect for late-night studying and writing papers

The Neurotic Parent's Guide to College Admissions

by J. D. Rothman

Admissions rates of 6 percent? Kids applying to thirty-two colleges? Sixteen-year-olds with more impressive resumes than Fortune 500 CEOs? Has the nation lost its mind? Why yes, it has! J.D. Rothman, the Neurotic Parent of blog fame, takes readers on a hilarious satiric journey through today's insane college admissions process. The vividly illustrated book takes you from the Itsy-Bitsy Fiske Guide and Junior Kumon Tips for Preschoolers through Rejection Letters from the Heart and Bed Bath & Bye-Bye.

The New Academic: A Researcher's Guide to Writing and Presenting Content in a Modern World

by Simon Clews

What does it mean to be an academic in today's rapidly changing world?As a modern academic, you're expected to wear many hats. It's not enough to be outstanding in your chosen field. You also need to be able to connect with audiences, speak with wit and flair, write knock-out articles, attract media attention, and share it all with your huge social media following. But how do you do all of that?In The New Academic, Simon Clews offers a wealth of practical advice on how to write and speak in an entertaining, informative, and—above all else—accessible way. Aimed at researchers at all levels of experience, this book will set you up with the basics of writing and speaking for wide audiences, then teach you how to develop a public profile and gain traction online. In a rapidly changing world, The New Academic shows scholars how to be front and center in the public conversation, allowing more people to benefit from their knowledge and research.Funny, lively, and insightful, this is your hands-on guide for sharing your research with the world.

The New Jersey Driver Manual 2017

by New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission

The New Jersey Driver Manual by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission

The New Organon (SparkNotes Philosophy Guide)

by SparkNotes

The New Organon (SparkNotes Philosophy Guide) Making the reading experience fun! SparkNotes Philosophy Guides are one-stop guides to the great works of philosophy–masterpieces that stand at the foundations of Western thought. Inside each Philosophy Guide you&’ll find insightful overviews of great philosophical works of the Western world.

The North Carolina Journey Student Guide

by Gibbs Smith Education

The North Carolina Journey Student Guide

The Norton Anthology of American Literature: Shorter Volume 1

by Robert S. Levine

The most-trusted anthology for complete works, balanced selections and helpful editorial apparatus, The Norton Anthology of American Literature features a cover-to-cover revision. The ninth edition introduces new General Editor Robert Levine and three new-generation editors who have reenergized the volume across the centuries. Fresh scholarship, new authors―with an emphasis on contemporary writers―new topical clusters, and a new ebook make the Norton Anthology an even better teaching tool and an unmatched value for students.

The Norton Anthology of World Literature Shorter Fifth Edition, Volume 2

by Pericles Lewis Suzanne Conklin Akbari Barbara Fuchs Martin Puchner Wiebke Denecke Caroline Levine Emily Wilson

Help all students see the power and relevance of world literature with the most inclusive and effective teaching anthology available. Fresh. Innovative. More global than ever. These are some of the ways instructors describe the Fifth Edition of the most trusted anthology of world literature. New translations, such as Emily Wilson’s Iliad and Kimi Traube’s Don Quixote, an entirely new feature called Translation Lab, and newly refreshed clusters throughout on themes such as storytelling and travel ensure that diverse foundational texts will speak to today’s readers in new ways. What’s more, the complete anthology is now available in ebook format. The Norton Ebook Reader platform―enhanced with powerful annotation tools, video, and audio that create an active reading environment―delivers an engaging suite of resources at an affordable price.

The Norton Guide to AP® Literature (AP® Edition): Writing And Skills

by Melissa Smith Susan Barber

The guidance every AP® Literature student needs The Norton Guide to AP® Literature, written by master teachers, provides all the instruction that students need to succeed in the course. The book unpacks and demystifies the skills central to the course, and offers four chapters on writing that walk students through the process of close reading and illustrate strategies for effective writing. Targeted, scaffolded lessons and two full practice AP® exams at the end of the book will make all AP® Literature students confident in their ability to succeed in the class and on the exam. This purchase offers access to the digital ebook only.

The Norton Guide to AP® U.S. History (First Edition)

by Warren Hierl Jonathan Chu Louisa Moffitt Bill Shelton

The guidance every AP® U.S. History student needs. Written by master teachers, The Norton Guide to AP® U.S. History provides the carefully scaffolded support students need to succeed on the AP® exam. The guide unpacks the periods and themes central to AP® U.S. History, ensuring students understand the goals of the course. A full instructional exam walks students through correct answers and illustrates strategies for strong, effective writing, helping students build confidence navigating the exam. Two full practice exams allow students to employ what they have learned. The perfect supplement for any AP® U.S. History class, The Norton Guide empowers students with the context, test-taking strategies, and practice they need to confidently tackle the AP® exam. This purchase offers access to the digital ebook only.

The Odyssey (MAXNotes Literature Guides)

by Andrew Parks

REA's MAXnotes for Homer's The Odyssey MAXnotes offer a fresh look at masterpieces of literature, presented in a lively and interesting fashion. Written by literary experts who currently teach the subject, MAXnotes will enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the work. MAXnotes are designed to stimulate independent thought about the literary work by raising various issues and thought-provoking ideas and questions. MAXnotes cover the essentials of what one should know about each work, including an overall summary, character lists, an explanation and discussion of the plot, the work's historical context, illustrations to convey the mood of the work, and a biography of the author. Each chapter is individually summarized and analyzed, and has study questions and answers.

The Odyssey SparkNotes Literature Guide (SparkNotes Literature Guide Series #49)

by SparkNotes

The Odyssey SparkNotes Literature Guide by Homer Making the reading experience fun! When a paper is due, and dreaded exams loom, here's the lit-crit help students need to succeed! SparkNotes Literature Guides make studying smarter, better, and faster. They provide chapter-by-chapter analysis; explanations of key themes, motifs, and symbols; a review quiz; and essay topics. Lively and accessible, SparkNotes is perfect for late-night studying and paper writing. Includes:An A+ Essay—an actual literary essay written about the Spark-ed book—to show students how a paper should be written.16 pages devoted to writing a literary essay including: a glossary of literary termsStep-by-step tutoring on how to write a literary essayA feature on how not to plagiarize

The Oedipus Plays: Antigone, Oedipus Rex, Oedipus at Colonus SparkNotes Literature Guide (SparkNotes Literature Guide Series #50)

by SparkNotes

The Oedipus Plays: Antigone, Oedipus Rex, Oedipus at Colonus SparkNotes Literature Guide by Sophocles Making the reading experience fun! When a paper is due, and dreaded exams loom, here's the lit-crit help students need to succeed! SparkNotes Literature Guides make studying smarter, better, and faster. They provide chapter-by-chapter analysis; explanations of key themes, motifs, and symbols; a review quiz; and essay topics. Lively and accessible, SparkNotes is perfect for late-night studying and paper writing. Includes:An A+ Essay—an actual literary essay written about the Spark-ed book—to show students how a paper should be written.16 pages devoted to writing a literary essay including: a glossary of literary termsStep-by-step tutoring on how to write a literary essayA feature on how not to plagiarize

The Oedipus Trilogy (MAXNotes Literature Guides)

by Lauren Kalmanson

REA's MAXnotes for Sophocles' The Oedipus Trilogy MAXnotes offer a fresh look at masterpieces of literature, presented in a lively and interesting fashion. Written by literary experts who currently teach the subject, MAXnotes will enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the work. MAXnotes are designed to stimulate independent thought about the literary work by raising various issues and thought-provoking ideas and questions. MAXnotes cover the essentials of what one should know about each work, including an overall summary, character lists, an explanation and discussion of the plot, the work's historical context, illustrations to convey the mood of the work, and a biography of the author. Each chapter is individually summarized and analyzed, and has study questions and answers.

The Official ACT English Guide

by ACT

Are you prepared to do your best on the ACT English section test? The Official ACT English Guide is the only test prep resource created by the makers of the ACT to prepare you for the English ACT test. This step-by-step guide reviews the entire ACT English test, allowing you to familiarize yourself with the types of questions you can expect to see on test day. You'll learn basic and advanced English and grammar topics, as well as how to approach each question type. Learn strategies and shortcuts to save time, and see explanations of each question’s answer to improve your performance and gain the confidence you need to succeed!Additionally, the book includes a PIN on the inside front cover that provides access to the full print version and pool of questions online. This offers a customizable learning experience. The Official ACT English Guide helps you work toward the score you’re targeting and take one major step toward achieving your educational goals! The only book with real ACT English questions organized by concept Covers basic and advanced topics, including writing Offers strategies and shortcuts to save you time Includes a glossary of grammar terminology Detailed explanations for every official ACT English question in the book With this concept-based guide straight from the makers of the ACT, you know you’re preparing to do your absolute best on the ACT English section test!

The Official ACT English Guide

by ACT

The ACT official subject guides are a step by step guide for outlining the preparation for the ACT section tests. These prep guides provide students a concept-based outline for the subjects they plan to focus on. Each one of the official guides, is an efficient prep tool comprised of the most current and relevant test information packed into one guide. In addition to the book, the entire pool of questions are available online for a customizable learning experience. These guides will provide the focused support needed by subject. For the earnest test taker, start with official section guides to prepare for success!Use the ACT practice questions to check your performance on the official items from ACT. All of the Official ACT Prep Guides, will provide you with the guidance you need to succeed by telling you what you need to study, sharing details on how to prepare, and offering a ton of realistic practice questions. Use the ACT practice questions to check your performance on the official items from ACT. All of the Official ACT Prep Guides, will provide you with the guidance you need to succeed by telling you what you need to study, sharing details on how to prepare, and offering a ton of realistic practice questions. The ACT official subject guides are the best resource to get detailed input and practice to help you in preparation for the ACT. By using this guide, students can feel comfortable and confident that they are preparing to do their best! Features of the ACT® Official English Guide: Covers basic and advance topics Offers strategies and shortcuts to save you time Includes a glossary of grammar terminology 100's of official ACT English questions with detailed solutions Includes writing section

The Official ACT Mathematics Guide

by ACT

Are you prepared to do your best on the ACT mathematics section test? The Official ACT Mathematics Guide is the only test prep resource created by the makers of the ACT to prepare you for the mathematics ACT test. This step-by-step guide reviews the entire ACT mathematics test, allowing you to familiarize yourself with the types of questions you can expect to see on test day. You'll learn the math you need to know, as well as how to approach each question type. Read the solutions to each problem, along with detailed explanations, to improve your performance and gain the confidence you need to succeed! Unlike other ACT prep guides, this book includes official information on the ACT, including section retesting, online testing, ACT superscores, and more. The official ACT subject guides offer the most current details on ACT testing, helping you gain that edge. With The Official ACT Mathematics Guide, work toward the score you're targeting and take one major step toward achieving your educational goals! Review the entire ACT mathematics test, so you’ll know what to expect on test day Familiarize yourself with the types of math questions found on the ACT and strategies for solving them Understand the math topics within the problems you'll solve while taking the mathematics test Study detailed math solutions and read explanations for every official ACT math question in the book With this concept-based guide straight from the offices of the ACT, you know you’re preparing to do your absolute best on the ACT mathematics section test!

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