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Microbial Nutraceuticals: Products and Processes
by Santosh Kumar Upadhyay Sudhir Pratap SinghAn exploration of the latest advances in the application of microbial nutraceuticals in healthcare, food production, and agriculture In Microbial Nutraceuticals: Products and Processes, a team of distinguished researchers delivers an up-to-date and authoritative discussion of the recent advances in the application of microbial nutraceuticals and their implementation in the health, food, and agriculture sectors. The book begins with an overview of microbial nutraceuticals before moving on to discussions of more specific topics, including microbial cell factories for the production of essential amino acids, microbial production of dietary short-chain fatty acids, and microbial sources for bioactive peptides conferring health benefits. Readers will also find: A thorough introduction to symbiotic products with nutraceutical impactComprehensive explorations of postbiotic supplements with nutraceutical significancePractical discussions of microbial production of carotenoidsComplete treatments of microbial engineering for multivitamin production This book is intended for academics, scientists, and researchers working in the field of microbial nutraceuticals. Additionally, it will benefit professionals working in the agri-biotech industries, as well as graduate and post-graduate students with an interest in the subject.
Bespoke ELA: Innovative Lessons to Spark Student Engagement
by Meredith DobbsAn inspiring and exciting new collection of ideas to help secondary ELA teachers and other educators connect with contemporary students Includes digital access to 50 ready-to-use downloadable resources In Bespoke ELA, veteran teacher and founder of Bespoke ELA and TeachWriting.org, Meredith Dobbs, delivers a comprehensive guide introducing new, innovative, and unconventional ideas and lesson plans that can hold the attention of modern students. Dobbs offers a range of strategies to enhance reading, writing, speaking, listening skills, critical thinking, and analysis in the classroom. Eschewing outmoded instruction methods like lectures, rote memorization, and standardized testing in favor of student-centered activities, technological integration, and lesson plans with real-world applications, the book provides content that is relevant to students' lives. Readers will also find: Practical, teacher-tested strategies that you can immediately implement in your own classroom Immersive storytelling experiences, Language Learning Duels and Escape Rooms, Literary Time Travel Expeditions, and other exercises A series of true crime inspired project ideas Access to 50 downloadable resources that accompany assignments, lessons, activities, and projects from the book Perfect for secondary school English language arts teachers seeking to enhance their curricula, improve student engagement, and foster improved learning outcomes, Bespoke ELA will also benefit educators in other subjects who want inspiring and innovative ideas to help them connect with students.
The Energy Bus for Schools Field Guide
by Jon Gordon Jim Van AllanImplement the exciting solutions and strategies from the bestselling The Energy Bus for Schools with this practical collection of hands-on resources In The Energy Bus for Schools Field Guide, bestselling author Jon Gordon and respected education leader and speaker Dr. Jim Van Allan deliver an easy-to-use roadmap for transforming the insights found in the author's companion book, The Energy Bus for Schools, into effective and powerful solutions for schools everywhere. This Field Guide is a practical resource designed to help you live and apply the invaluable lessons of The Energy Bus for Schools immediately. Readers will use the Field Guide's templates, tools, and other resources to create an exciting and collaborative school culture where students and staff can develop as leaders together. The Guide also contains: Resources to help empower staff and students and build connected teams Hands-on strategies for strengthening relationships between and amongst staff, administrators, students, and parents Ways to eliminate the negativity that sabotages morale and culture Filled with insightful questions, best practices, inspirational case studies from real schools finding new ways to succeed and thrive, and practical action steps and implementations, The Energy Bus for Schools Field Guide equips you to energize yourself, your team, your students, and their parents in original and powerful ways. It's an essential resource for everyone interested in bringing to life the one-of-a-kind vision offered by The Energy Bus for Schools.
Language in Autism
by Jeannette Schaeffer Rama Novogrodsky Alexandra Perovic Philippe Prévost Laurice TullerA comprehensive exploration of language development and impairments in Autism Language is a critical yet understudied component of profiles across the autism spectrum. Language in Autism is a novel, interdisciplinary textbook that addresses this gap by consolidatingcutting-edge linguistic research and evidence-based insights into a single volume accessible to students, teachers, and professionals from a wide variety of disciplines. Authored by a team of leading experts affiliated with the Language Abilities in Children with Autism (LACA) network, Language in Autism applies what we know about the nature of human languageto the study of language in autism. With 16 finely crafted chapters, the textbook examines a broad range of issues central to language in autism. These include systematic examination of the different language components (the lexicon, phonology, pragmatics, etc.) as well as an array of topics that cut across these components, such as multilingualism, reading, or language in autism compared to other neurodevelopmental disorders. Designed with students and professionals in mind, Language in Autism incorporates practical tools such as explanatory text boxes, illustrations and structured chapter layouts to enhance comprehension and foster discussion. Each chapter includes foundational knowledge, real-world study examples, and forward-looking perspectives to inspire future research and intervention strategies. Equipping readers with the knowledge to make evidence-based decisions in clinical, educational, and research settings, Language in Autism: Features insights from the Language Abilities in Children with Autism (LACA) network, presenting the latest findings from psycholinguistics and clinical linguistics Follows a consistent and reader-friendly layout, with chapters organized into sections including 'Anchoring', and 'Focus on a Specific Study' Integrates pedagogical tools such as 'What Do You Think?' and 'What Do You Know Now?', to engage readers in critical thinking and self-assessment and encourage them to pursue deeper understanding of each topic Provides clear explanations of technical terms and acronyms, supported by accessible summaries and examples to enhance understanding Includes discussions on emerging directions in language assessment for autistic individuals Raises clearly and coherently the challenging issues raised by current views of autism and language in autism Language in Autism is ideal for undergraduate and graduate students in psycholinguistics, language acquisition, clinical linguistics, education, and speech-language pathology, as well as for medical students and interns. It is also a valuable reference for speech-language pathologists, teachers, physicians, linguists, clinical researchers, and other professionals working with autistic individuals.
Automated Machine Learning and Industrial Applications
by Balamurugan Balusamy Rajesh Kumar Dhanaraj M. Lawanya Shri E. GangadeviThe book provides a comprehensive understanding of Automated Machine Learning’s transformative potential across various industries, empowering users to seamlessly implement advanced machine learning solutions without needing extensive expertise. Automated Machine Learning (AutoML) is a process to automate the responsibilities of machine learning concepts for real-world problems. The AutoML process is comprised of all steps, beginning with a raw dataset and concluding with the construction of a machine learning model for deployment. The purpose of AutoML is to allow non-experts to work with machine learning models and techniques without requiring much knowledge in machine learning. This advancement enables data scientists to produce the easiest solutions and most accurate results within a short timeframe, allowing them to outperform normal machine learning models. Meta-learning, neural network architecture, and hyperparameter optimization, are applied based on AutoML. Automated Machine Learning and Industrial Applications offers an overview of the basic architecture, evolution, and applications of AutoML. Potential applications in healthcare, banking, agriculture, aerospace, and security are discussed in terms of their frameworks, implementation, and evaluation. This book also explores the AutoML ecosystem, its integration with blockchain, and various open-source tools available on the AutoML platform. It serves as a practical guide for engineers and data scientists, offering valuable insights for decision-makers looking to integrate machine learning into their workflows. Readers will find the book: Aims to explore current trends such as augmented reality, virtual reality, blockchain, open-source platforms, and Industry 4.0; Serves as an effective guide for professionals, researchers, industrialists, data scientists, and application developers; Explores technologies such as IoT, blockchain, artificial intelligence, and robotics, serving as a core guide for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Audience Data and computer scientists, research scholars, professionals, and industrialists interested in technology for Industry 4.0 applications.
Seizures in Dogs and Cats
by Sean SandersThe complete guide to managing seizures in dogs and cats, integrating practical insights and clinical expertise Seizures in Dogs and Cats, Second Edition, provides a comprehensive, easy-to-navigate resource for diagnosing, treating, and managing seizure patients effectively. This updated edition synthesizes the latest research, guidelines, and clinical practices, offering invaluable tools to deliver optimal veterinary care. With streamlined text, enhanced tables and figures, and practical “Tips and Tricks” throughout, the book is designed for real-world clinical use. This edition expands on essential topics, including updated EEG guidelines, new anti-seizure medications, emergency seizure management, integrative therapies and surgery to treat epilepsy. Features such as chapter outlines, algorithms, and a detailed anti-seizure medication formulary help to ensure quick reference during busy clinical hours. This reliable clinical guide combines evidence-based knowledge with practical insights from private practice. Providing the tools and knowledge to address seizure disorders with confidence and clarity, Seizures in Dogs and Cats: Offers step-by-step guidance on handling any seizure patient in veterinary practiceIncorporates the latest guidelines, classifications, and syndromes in veterinary neurologyContains a wealth of tables, images, and algorithms to simplify complex concepts and improve clinical decision-makingIncludes an anti-seizure medication formulary, client-friendly seizure questionnaires, and glossaries for veterinary ictal semiology With concise text, reference lists, and real-world examples throughout, Seizures in Dogs and Cats, Second Edition, is an indispensable resource for busy clinicians and veterinary teams managing seizure patients in day-to-day practice, including veterinary specialists, general practitioners, and students taking courses in veterinary neurology and small animal medicine.
March's Advanced Organic Chemistry: Reactions, Mechanisms, and Structure
by Michael B. SmithLeading reference on the theories of organic chemistry, now updated to reflect the most recent literature from 2018 to 2023 Building on the success of the 8th Edition as winner of the Textbook & Academic Authors Association 2021 McGuffey Longevity Award, the revised and updated 9th Edition of March’s Advanced Organic Chemistryexplains the theories of organic chemistry, covers new advances in areas of organic chemistry published between 2018 and 2023, and guides readers to plan and execute multi-step synthetic reactions. Detailed examples and descriptions of all reactions are included throughout the text. As in previous editions, the goal of this edition is to give equal weight to three fundamental aspects of the study of organic chemistry: reactions, mechanisms, and structure. Specific but specialized areas of organic chemistry, such as terpenes, polymerization, and steroids, have been incorporated into primary sections rather than segregated into their own sections. The first nine chapters cover general organic chemistry with theoretical principles. The next 10 chapters address reactions and mechanistic discussion. Appendix A focuses on literature references and resources. More than 4,400 references are included throughout the text. March’s Advanced Organic Chemistry provides information on: Localized and delocalized chemical bonding and bonding weaker than covalentMicrowave chemistry, use of ultrasound, mechanochemistry, and reactions done under flow conditionsAcids and bases, irradiation processes, stereochemistry, structure of intermediates, and ordinary and photochemical reactionsMechanisms and methods of determining carbocations, carbanions, free radicals, carbenes, and nitrenesAliphatic, alkenyl, and alkynyl substitution, additions to carbon-carbon and carbon-hetero bonds, eliminations, rearrangements, and oxidations and reductions This 9th Edition of March’s Advanced Organic Chemistry continues to serve as a must-have reference for every student and professional working in organic chemistry or related fields.
CompTIA A+ Complete Practice Tests: Core 1 Exam 220-1201 and Core 2 Exam 220-1202 (Sybex Study Guide)
by Audrey O'SheaPrepare for the updated A+ certification exams with hundreds of accurate practice questions from the experts at Sybex The fourth edition of the CompTIA A+ Complete Practice Tests: Core 1 Exam 220-1201 and Core 2 Exam 220-1202 offers hundreds of domain-by-domain practice questions specifically designed to give you the knowledge and confidence you need to succeed on both of the newly updated A+ certification exams. When combined with the included access to the Sybex online test bank and additional practice questions, this resource effectively measures and improves your readiness for this highly popular set of certification tests. The questions cover mobile devices, networking, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing, and hardware and network troubleshooting. They also test your knowledge of operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures. Inside this resource: Complimentary access to the proven Sybex online test bank with additional practice questions Complete coverage of 100% of every subject domain on the Core 1 and Core 2 A+ certification exams (220-1201 and 220-1202) Accurate updates consistent with the latest version of the exam CompTIA A+ Complete Practice Tests, fourth edition, is ideal for anyone preparing for the Core 1 220-1201 and Core 2 220-1202 exams. It will also prove invaluable to IT professionals seeking to hone or upgrade their skillset.
Handbook of Intelligent Automation Systems Using Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence
by Susheela Hooda Durgesh Srivastava Rupali Gill Shilpi HarnalThe book is essential for anyone seeking to understand and leverage the transformative power of intelligent automation technologies, providing crucial insights into current trends, challenges, and effective solutions that can significantly enhance operational efficiency and decision-making within organizations. Intelligent automation systems, also called cognitive automation, use automation technologies such as artificial intelligence, business process management, and robotic process automation, to streamline and scale decision-making across organizations. Intelligent automation simplifies processes, frees up resources, improves operational efficiencies, and has a variety of applications. Intelligent automation systems aim to reduce costs by augmenting the workforce and improving productivity and accuracy through consistent processes and approaches, which enhance quality, improve customer experience, and address compliance and regulations with confidence. Handbook of Intelligent Automation Systems Using Computer Vision and Artificial Intelligence explores the significant role, current trends, challenges, and potential solutions to existing challenges in the field of intelligent automation systems, making it an invaluable guide for researchers, industry professionals, and students looking to apply these innovative technologies. Readers will find the volume: Offers comprehensive coverage on intelligent automation systems using computer vision and AI, covering everything from foundational concepts to real-world applications and ethical considerations; Provides actionable knowledge with case studies and best practices for intelligent automation systems, computer vision, and AI; Explores the integration of various techniques, including facial recognition, natural language processing, neuroscience and neuromarketing. Audience The book is designed for AI and data scientists, software developers and engineers in industry and academia, as well as business leaders and entrepreneurs who are interested in the applications of intelligent automation systems.
Cyber Recon: My Life in Cyber Espionage and Ransomware Negotiation
by Kurtis MinderAn up close and personal look at cyber espionage and digital spycraft In Cyber Recon: My Life in Cyber Espionage and Ransomware Negotiation, 30-year cybersecurity veteran Kurtis Minder delivers a fascinating exploration of real-world cyber espionage in some of the most dangerous places on the Internet. Through his experiences watching and hunting cybercriminals as varied as lone wolfs, the Russian mafia, and other official and unofficial nation-state hackers, he explains how cyber espionage is performed, the tools and skills that people like him use all the time, and the consequences of engaging with cybercriminals on a daily basis. Kurtis teaches you that the same operational security that keeps him and his team of spies safe will keep you and your organization's secrets safer too. And you'll explore whether fake personas on the internet are always bad or are there legitimate business uses for Romanian speaking sock puppets? You'll also discover critical lessons that Minder has learned as he's led his digital risk company, GroupSense, through many of the most dramatic incidents of online crime of the last few decades. Inside the book: Original profiles of cyber espionage and negotiation professionals so you're learning from Jax Scott, Jon DiMaggio, Jason Ingalls, Beau Woods, Brye Ravattine and many more, with QR-code links to extended YouTube interviews An original, non-technical primer on the people that populate the cyber risk landscape and the methods they use to carry out attacks Steps to avoid becoming a target of Lockbit, BlackMatter, NotPetya, and next year's most dangerous ransomware as well as how to minimize the business damage when you are a victim How the intersection of business negotiation and hostage negotiation relates to high-stakes ransomware negotiations The fast-moving transformation generative AI is unleashing in cyber attacks and defense An inside look at an endlessly interesting corner of the field of cybersecurity, Cyber Recon is also a must-read for anyone interested in spycraft, technology, hacking, or digital entrepreneurship.
AI for Nonprofits: Putting Artificial Intelligence to Work for Your Cause
by Darian Rodriguez Heyman Cheryl ConteeA collection of actionable AI tools you can apply immediately to help your nonprofit drive social impact and change In AI for Nonprofits: Putting Artificial Intelligence to Work for Your Cause, a team of leading nonprofit experts and social entrepreneurs delivers a startlingly insightful, strategic “how-to guide” for nonprofit and foundation leaders, board members, and volunteers, as well as higher education professionals and social entrepreneurs looking to deploy and integrate artificial intelligence tailored to their organization's mission and needs. It's the leading reference guide for people who are entirely new to AI, as well as tech-savvy veterans with a deep understanding of artificial intelligence looking for proven, hands-on techniques they can apply immediately to transform their nonprofits. Each chapter is based on interviews conducted with 57 of the nonprofit industry's most innovative and reputed voices. Together, they provide the latest strategies and tactics for nonprofit generative AI and predictive analytics applications, skills and competencies needed to effectively use this new technology, tips, tools, best practices, resource reviews, and the most common pitfalls to avoid. AI for Nonprofits walks you through exactly how to strategically customize artificial intelligence to improve your fundraising and resource development efforts, marketing and community engagement, program delivery, and back-office operations. From human resources management to program strategy, social listening, and donor research, the book provides the on-the-ground techniques you need to deploy to transform your nonprofit's operations. Inside the book: Step-by-step frameworks and actionable roadmaps to help you implement AI for content creation, donor engagement, and developing personalized messages at scale How to protect your donors' privacy and data with policies and practices that comply with rapidly shifting legal and regulatory landscapes Cutting-edge research and practical case studies drawn from real-world situations that illustrate concrete AI applications Access to 100+ tools, platforms, and providers focused on helping nonprofits optimize their use of AI AI for Nonprofits explains how to supercharge your organization's fundraising pipeline, marketing and community engagement, program delivery, back-office operations, and governance policies. It's perfect for nonprofit executives, managers, professionals, and leaders, AI for Nonprofits will also earn a place in the libraries of anyone with an interest in using AI to power social impact and change.
Securing Cloud Containers: Building and Running Secure Cloud-Native Applications (Tech Today)
by Abbas Kudrati Sina Manavi Muhammad Aizuddin ZaliA practical and up-to-date roadmap to securing cloud containers on AWS, GCP, and Azure Securing Cloud Containers: Building and Running Secure Cloud-Native Applications is a hands-on guide that shows you how to secure containerized applications and cloud infrastructure, including Kubernetes. The authors address the most common obstacles and pain points that security professionals, DevOps engineers, and IT architects encounter in the development of cloud applications, including industry standard compliance and adherence to security best practices. The book provides step-by-step instructions on the strategies and tools you can use to develop secure containers, as well as real-world examples of secure cloud-native applications. After an introduction to containers and Kubernetes, you'll explore the architecture of containerized applications, best practices for container security, security automation tools, the use of artificial intelligence in cloud security, and more. Inside the book: An in-depth discussion of implementing a Zero Trust model in cloud environments Additional resources, including a glossary of important cloud and container security terms, recommendations for further reading, and lists of useful platform-specific tools (for Azure, Amazon Web Services, and Google Cloud Platform) An introduction to SecDevOps in cloud-based containers, including tools and frameworks designed for Azure, GCP, and AWS platforms An invaluable and practical resource for IT system administrators, cloud engineers, cybersecurity and SecDevOps professionals, and related IT and security practitioners, Securing Cloud Containers is an up-to-date and accurate roadmap to cloud container security that explains the “why” and “how” of securing containers on the AWS, GCP, and Azure platforms.
Textual Intelligence: Large Language Models and Their Real-World Applications
by Susheela Hooda Meenakshi Malik Preeti SharmaThe book is a must-have resource for anyone looking to understand the complexities of generative AI, offering comprehensive insights into LLMs, effective training strategies, and practical applications. Textual Intelligence: Large Language Models and Their Real-World Applications provides an overview of generative AI and its multifaceted applications, as well as the significance and potential of Large Language Models (LLMs), including GPT and LLaMA. It addresses the generative AI project lifecycle, challenges in existing data architectures, proposed use case planning and scope definition, model deployment, and application integration. Training LLMs, data requirements for effective LLM training, pre-training and fine-tuning processes, and navigating computational resources and infrastructure are also discussed. The volume delves into in-context learning and prompt engineering, offering strategies for crafting effective prompts, techniques for controlling model behavior and output quality, and best practices for prompt engineering. Textual Intelligence: Large Language Models and Their Real-World Applications also discusses cost optimization strategies for LLM training, aligning models to human values, optimizing model architectures, the power of transfer learning and fine-tuning, instruction fine-tuning for precision, and parameter-efficient fine-tuning (PEFT) with adapters such as LoRA, QLoRA, and soft prompts, making it an essential guide for both beginners and industry veterans. Readers will find this book: Explores the real-world potential of large language models; Introduces industry-changing AI solutions; Provides advanced insights on AI and its models. Audience Industry professionals, academics, graduate students, and researchers seeking real-world solutions using generative AI.
Cases in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ASM Books)
by Melissa B. Miller Peter H. Gilligan Andrea M. Prinzi Kyle G. RodinoUniquely practical text teaching the skills needed for the diagnosis of infectious diseases through a case-based approach The newly revised and updated Fifth Edition of Cases in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases enables students to develop a comprehensive understanding of the diverse pathogenic microorganisms that infect humans. This interactive text challenges readers to grasp both fundamental concepts and practical information on clinical importance presented in medical microbiology or infectious disease courses. The cases in this textbook are presented as “unknowns” and represent actual clinical cases. This edition features a revised case format that progressively reveals details between questions, mirroring the real-world process of deciphering complex medical cases, offering an immersive and authentic understanding of how infectious diseases are diagnosed and managed. Questions are interspersed with case details to test knowledge across various areas, including the organism’s characteristics, laboratory diagnosis, pathogenesis, clinical characteristics, epidemiology, prevention, and, in some cases, drug resistance and treatment. Each case concludes with a brand new “Key Learning Points” section that emphasizes and reinforces important takeaways for the reader in succinct, digestible statements. Cases in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, Fifth Edition also includes tools to assist readers in solving the cases, such as a table of normal values, and figures illustrating microscopic organism morphology, laboratory tests, and clinical symptoms. Written by a team of expert medical microbiologists, this edition has been fully revised and updated to include cutting-edge cases on respiratory infections (COVID-19, influenza, pneumococcus), tick-borne infections (Powassan virus, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease), sexually transmitted infections (chlamydia, gonorrhea, human papillomavirus), multidrug-resistant organisms, and more, ensuring readers stay informed on current clinically important and emerging pathogens. Updates reflect the latest advances in technology, diagnostics, testing, and treatment, equipping readers with the knowledge needed to tackle ever-evolving challenges. Practical details on specimen selection, collection, and transport; critical laboratory errors; and applications of different diagnostic approaches are included to provide functional, on-the-job knowledge. The Fifth Edition of Cases in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases is an essential textbook for students in related programs of study, medical microbiologists, pathology residents, infectious disease fellows in training, and particularly for those preparing for Part I of the National Board of Medical Examiners Exam, the American Board of Medical Microbiology Exam, the American Board of Pathology Medical Microbiology Subspeciality Certifying Exam, or American Board of Internal Medicine Subspeciality Exam in Infectious Diseases. Whether you are a student, practitioner, or seasoned expert, this comprehensive resource is designed to enhance your clinical acumen and keep you at the forefront of the field.
Communication in Everyday Life: A Survey of Communication
by Steve Duck David T. McMahanCommunication in Everyday Life explores fundamental concepts, theories, and skills, enabling students to apply the material to their personal and professional lives. With a thematic integration of the relational perspective and a focus on demonstrating its direct relevance to their own everyday communication, authors Steve Duck and David T. McMahan help students build a strong foundation in communication concepts, theory, and research, while developing practical skills such as listening, critical thinking, effective use of technology, understanding nonverbal communication, creating persuasive strategies, and managing group conflicts. With updated coverage of media and technology, new examples, and updated references, the Fifth Edition offers timely insights into modern communication topics central to everyday life.
The Sage Handbook of Decolonial Theory
by Sabelo J. Ndlovu-Gatsheni Sandeep Bakshi Augustin Lao-Montes Flavia Rios Jairo I. Fúnez-Flores Ana Carolina Díaz BeltránThe Sage Handbook of Decolonial Theory is a groundbreaking transdisciplinary resource that expands the epistemological and geographical horizons of decolonial thought. This handbook prioritizes the Global South, fostering South-North and South-South inter-epistemic dialogues and situating decolonial thought in sites of struggle. It builds on decolonial thought and praxis from Latin America and the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, and Palestine, among other regions and countries. Addressing the erasure of knowledge production from the Global South in dominant academic spaces, this handbook brings together decolonial scholars and activist intellectuals from the Global South and engages with politically committed scholars in the Global North. It emphasizes the geopolitics and ethics of knowledge production and the importance of situating one’s work in historically excluded regions and communities. Organized into five parts, the handbook includes conceptual essays and empirical studies on decolonial thought and praxis. It covers a range of topics from (de)coloniality, geopolitics, and transdisciplinarity to decolonial feminisms, gender and sexuality studies, and racial capitalism. The chapters convey a sense of urgency and a committed political voice, demonstrating how decolonial theory can interrogate and intervene in the modern/colonial racial capitalist heteropatriarchal world. The Sage Handbook of Decolonial Theory is not just for academics; it is written for anyone interested in radical thought and praxis. It recognizes decolonial theory as a plural and dynamic field, concerned with power hierarchies, historiography, and epistemological critiques of Eurocentrism. Ultimately, it teaches us how to think with and act alongside struggles for liberation. Part I: Key Debates in Decolonial Theory Part II: Geopolitics and Geographies Part III: Transdisciplinarity Part IV: Feminisms, Genders, & Sexualities Part V: Racial Capitalism
Nine Dimensions of Scaffolding for Multilingual Learners
by Maria G. Dove Andrea Honigsfeld Carrie McDermott GoldmanCreate a rigorous learning environment with strategic and inclusive scaffolding practices Today′s classrooms are more linguistically diverse than ever, but many educators still feel underprepared to support multilingual learners in accessing grade-level academic content. Without intentional scaffolding, these students miss opportunities to thrive alongside their peers. Through nine scaffolded approaches—instructional, linguistic, multimodal, multisensory, graphic, digital, interactive/collaborative, social-emotional, and environmental—this resource offers content area teachers research-based, practical strategies to meet the linguistic, social-emotional, and academic needs of multilingual learners. Key features of this book include Detailed vignettes and authentic examples from classrooms to illustrate scaffolding in action Research-based strategies for integrating scaffolds into lessons across content areas Self-assessment tools and reflection questions for personal and professional growth Practical templates to help educators tailor their scaffolding techniques to individual student needs Scaffolding instruction is not just another teaching approach to learning—it is a critical non-negotiable for multilingual learners, providing a lifeline to language mastery, academic achievement, and a profound sense of belonging. Dove, Honigsfeld, and McDermott Goldman offer the guidance and inspiration educators need to cultivate equitable, engaging learning opportunities that truly help multilingual students to soar.
Nine Dimensions of Scaffolding for Multilingual Learners
by Maria G. Dove Andrea Honigsfeld Carrie McDermott GoldmanCreate a rigorous learning environment with strategic and inclusive scaffolding practices Today′s classrooms are more linguistically diverse than ever, but many educators still feel underprepared to support multilingual learners in accessing grade-level academic content. Without intentional scaffolding, these students miss opportunities to thrive alongside their peers. Through nine scaffolded approaches—instructional, linguistic, multimodal, multisensory, graphic, digital, interactive/collaborative, social-emotional, and environmental—this resource offers content area teachers research-based, practical strategies to meet the linguistic, social-emotional, and academic needs of multilingual learners. Key features of this book include Detailed vignettes and authentic examples from classrooms to illustrate scaffolding in action Research-based strategies for integrating scaffolds into lessons across content areas Self-assessment tools and reflection questions for personal and professional growth Practical templates to help educators tailor their scaffolding techniques to individual student needs Scaffolding instruction is not just another teaching approach to learning—it is a critical non-negotiable for multilingual learners, providing a lifeline to language mastery, academic achievement, and a profound sense of belonging. Dove, Honigsfeld, and McDermott Goldman offer the guidance and inspiration educators need to cultivate equitable, engaging learning opportunities that truly help multilingual students to soar.
The Sage Handbook of Decolonial Theory
by Sabelo J. Ndlovu-Gatsheni Sandeep Bakshi Augustin Lao-Montes Flavia Rios Jairo I. Fúnez-Flores Ana Carolina Díaz BeltránThe Sage Handbook of Decolonial Theory is a groundbreaking transdisciplinary resource that expands the epistemological and geographical horizons of decolonial thought. This handbook prioritizes the Global South, fostering South-North and South-South inter-epistemic dialogues and situating decolonial thought in sites of struggle. It builds on decolonial thought and praxis from Latin America and the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, and Palestine, among other regions and countries. Addressing the erasure of knowledge production from the Global South in dominant academic spaces, this handbook brings together decolonial scholars and activist intellectuals from the Global South and engages with politically committed scholars in the Global North. It emphasizes the geopolitics and ethics of knowledge production and the importance of situating one’s work in historically excluded regions and communities. Organized into five parts, the handbook includes conceptual essays and empirical studies on decolonial thought and praxis. It covers a range of topics from (de)coloniality, geopolitics, and transdisciplinarity to decolonial feminisms, gender and sexuality studies, and racial capitalism. The chapters convey a sense of urgency and a committed political voice, demonstrating how decolonial theory can interrogate and intervene in the modern/colonial racial capitalist heteropatriarchal world. The Sage Handbook of Decolonial Theory is not just for academics; it is written for anyone interested in radical thought and praxis. It recognizes decolonial theory as a plural and dynamic field, concerned with power hierarchies, historiography, and epistemological critiques of Eurocentrism. Ultimately, it teaches us how to think with and act alongside struggles for liberation. Part I: Key Debates in Decolonial Theory Part II: Geopolitics and Geographies Part III: Transdisciplinarity Part IV: Feminisms, Genders, & Sexualities Part V: Racial Capitalism
Communication in Everyday Life: A Survey of Communication
by Steve Duck David T. McMahanCommunication in Everyday Life explores fundamental concepts, theories, and skills, enabling students to apply the material to their personal and professional lives. With a thematic integration of the relational perspective and a focus on demonstrating its direct relevance to their own everyday communication, authors Steve Duck and David T. McMahan help students build a strong foundation in communication concepts, theory, and research, while developing practical skills such as listening, critical thinking, effective use of technology, understanding nonverbal communication, creating persuasive strategies, and managing group conflicts. With updated coverage of media and technology, new examples, and updated references, the Fifth Edition offers timely insights into modern communication topics central to everyday life.
Patina: Ghost; Patina; Sunny; Lu (Track #2)
by Jason ReynoldsA newbie to the track team, Patina must learn to rely on her teammates as she tries to outrun her personal demons in this New York Times bestselling follow-up to the National Book Award finalist Ghost by New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds.Ghost. Lu. Patina. Sunny. Four kids from wildly different backgrounds with personalities that are explosive when they clash. But they are also four kids chosen for an elite middle school track team—a team that could qualify them for the Junior Olympics if they can get their acts together. They all have a lot to lose, but they also have a lot to prove, not only to each other, but to themselves. Patina, or Patty, runs like a flash. She runs for many reasons—to escape the taunts from the kids at the fancy-schmancy new school she&’s been sent to ever since she and her little sister had to stop living with their mom. She runs from the reason WHY she&’s not able to live with her &“real&” mom anymore: her mom has The Sugar, and Patty is terrified that the disease that took her mom&’s legs will one day take her away forever. And so Patty&’s also running for her mom, who can&’t. But can you ever really run away from any of this? As the stress builds, it&’s building up a pretty bad attitude as well. Coach won&’t tolerate bad attitude. No day, no way. And now he wants Patty to run relay…where you have to depend on other people? How&’s she going to do THAT?
Learn Haskell by Example
by Phillip HagenlocherLearn Haskell by doing Haskell projects! In this book, you&’ll get practical experience writing Haskell code and applying functional programming to actual development challenges.In Learn Haskell by Example, you&’ll build your Haskell skills by working through hands-on challenges and conundrums. You&’ll learn to look at each project through a Haskell lens, and then solve it using features like lazy evaluation, immutable data structures, and monads. In Learn Haskell by Example you will learn how to: • Use Haskell for daily programming tasks • Effectively apply functional concepts • Avoid common beginner pitfalls of Haskell • Apply abstract concepts in the Haskell language • Debug and profile Haskell applications • Improve the performance of Haskell applications Haskell is an amazing choice for applications that need an extra guarantee of safety, such as in smart contracts, data intensive applications, and large scale distributed systems. In this book, you&’ll see just how practical Haskell can be for creating programs by building your own engaging projects! Learn how to structure real-world applications, how to work with the Haskell tool chain effectively, and what to look out for when writing critical sections in the program's logic. Best of all, each project in this book is fully extensible and customizable so you can keep tinkering with your favorites! About the technology Programmers spend a lot of time debugging and refactoring code, reading comments and documentation, and trying to make sense out of complex designs. Haskell, a powerful, beautiful, and challenging functional programming language, promises a different path. By focusing your attention on simple functions, clearly-defined behaviors, and the right high-level abstractions, Haskell disallows the dangerous behaviors that usually lead to bugs and crashes. About the book Learn Haskell by Example teaches you to build applications in Haskell by designing and coding fun and engaging projects. In this easy-to-follow guide, you&’ll create a domain specific language for music, an image processing library, and more! You&’ll learn Haskell from the ground-up with a focus on important concepts like function design, composition, and data immutability. Each project gives you a new insight into how to think in Haskell and helps you understand why many Haskell developers say they will never use another language again. What's inside • Use Haskell for daily programming tasks • Purely functional programming • Avoid common Haskell pitfalls About the reader For readers who know how to program in an object-oriented language. About the author Philipp Hagenlocher is a full time Haskell developer, and the creator of the beloved Haskell for Imperative Programmers YouTube course. The technical editor on this book was Alexander Vershilov. Table of Contents 1 Introduction 2 Ancient secret keeping on modern machines 3 Every line counts 4 Line numbering tool 5 Words and graphs 6 Solving the ladder game 7 Working with CSV files 8 A tool for CSV 9 Quick checks and random tests 10 Digital music box 11 Programming musical compositions 12 Parsing pixel data 13 Parallel image processing 14 Files and exceptions 15 Transformers for synchronizing 16 JSON and SQL 17 APIs using Servant Appendix A The Haskell Toolchain Appendix B Lazy evaluation
The Greatest American: Benjamin Franklin, The World's Most Versatile Genius
by Mark Skousen&“I have sometimes almost wished it had been my destiny to have been born two or three centuries hence.&” -- Ben FranklinWas Benjamin Franklin an indispensable public servant or a cunning chameleon? A hard-headed entrepreneur or an opportunistic privateer? A devoted family man or a notorious womanizer? A scientist and inventor or a hoaxer and self promoter? A believer or a heretic? The first civilized American or the most dangerous man in America? Read this book, and you decide! In The Greatest American, Dr. Mark Skousen—&“America&’s Economist&” and a direct descendant of the old man—reveals many new features and little-known facts about Ben Franklin, such as: - Why Franklin was a free trader: "No nation was ever ruined by trade." - The surprising benefits of inflation to pay for the American Revolution. - How the War of Independence transformed him from a religious heretic to a believing theist. - Why he hated party politics. - How he changed his mind about slavery and became a devote abolitionist. - The truth about his love affairs with women. Did he really abandon his wife Deborah, or did she abandon him? - Why he never applied for any patents for his famous inventions. - Why George Washington loved Franklin and John Adams despised him. - Why he turned against his beloved son, William, and never forgave him. - His preference for private welfare and charities rather than state-run social programs and welfare. Benjamin Franklin was the oldest of the founding fathers -- he was indeed a whole generation ahead of George Washington, John Adams and Thomas Jefferson -- and yet he was the most forward-looking of the group and the most modern of the founders. The Greatest American shows just how much of an impact Benjamin Franklin had on American politics and daily life. &“Few scholars today know Benjamin Franklin as well, or as intimately, as Mark Skousen. That familiarity is on full display in The Greatest American. Skousen, a direct descendant of his subject, ranges nimbly across the remarkable breadth of Franklin&’s life, from his views on business and economics to education and, yes, sex. Along the way, he makes a com- pelling case not only for Franklin&’s greatness but also for his relevance today. He is the most modern of founders—and the most fun.&” —Eric Weiner, author, Ben and Me, and former foreign correspondent for NPR &“Mark Skousen lucidly, delightfully and successfully lays out the life of one the most extraordinary figures in American— and indeed world—history. Franklin personified and promoted the characteristics and culture that made America great, especially the drive for self-improvement and inventiveness. His genius for diplomacy was absolutely essential for the success of the American Revolution. The significance of his astonishing scientific achievements, insights, and research are only now being fully appreciated. One can only exclaim: What a man!&” —Steve Forbes, chairman and editor in chief, Forbes magazine &“If anyone embodies the Renaissance man, it&’s Ben Franklin— printer, scientist, musician, inventor, author, activist, statesman, and diplomat. Mark Skousen delves into every facet of his remarkable life, including Franklin&’s surprisingly active love life into his eighties, in this lively and entertaining book. Highly recommended!&” —Alexander Green, chief investment strategist, The Oxford Club, and author of Beyond Wealth
Sunny: Ghost; Patina; Sunny; Lu (Track #3)
by Jason ReynoldsSunny tries to shine despite his troubled past in this third novel in the critically acclaimed Track series from National Book Award finalist Jason Reynolds.Ghost. Patina. Sunny. Lu. Four kids from wildly different backgrounds, with personalities that are explosive when they clash. But they are also four kids chosen for an elite middle school track team—a team that could take them to the state championships. They all have a lot to lose, but they all have a lot to prove, not only to each other, but to themselves. Sunny is the main character in this novel, the third of four books in Jason Reynold&’s electrifying middle grade series. Sunny is just that—sunny. Always ready with a goofy smile and something nice to say, Sunny is the chillest dude on the Defenders team. But his life hasn&’t always been sun beamy-bright. You see, Sunny is a murderer. Or at least he thinks of himself that way. His mother died giving birth to him, and based on how Sunny&’s dad treats him—ignoring him, making Sunny call him Darryl, never &“Dad&”—it&’s no wonder Sunny thinks he&’s to blame. It seems the only thing Sunny can do right in his dad&’s eyes is win first place ribbons running the mile, just like his mom did. But Sunny doesn&’t like running, never has. So he stops. Right in the middle of a race. With his relationship with his dad now worse than ever, the last thing Sunny wants to do is leave the other newbies—his only friends—behind. But you can&’t be on a track team and not run. So Coach asks Sunny what he wants to do. Sunny&’s answer? Dance. Yes, dance. But you also can&’t be on a track team and dance. Then, in a stroke of genius only Jason Reynolds can conceive, Sunny discovers a track event that encompasses the hard beats of hip-hop, the precision of ballet, and the showmanship of dance as a whole: the discus throw. But as he practices for this new event, can he let go of everything that&’s been eating him up inside?
The Five Archetypes: Discover Your True Nature and Transform Your Life and Relationships
by Carey DavidsonDiscover the personality archetypes within you and improve your life and relationships with a new self-guided system of personal transformation.In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) philosophy, the elements Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water are the foundation of how nature grows and evolves. They are believed to help us understand everything from illness and healing to the fundamental processes of child development—and they continue to inform Chinese medicine practice today. But as Ayurvedic nutritionist, reiki master, and Tournesol founder Carey Davidson demonstrates in this book, each of the five elements can also be seen as a personality archetype—and inside all of us is a unique blend of these archetypes that serves as a window into living a more fulfilling life on every level. In The Five Archetypes, Davidson explains that by knowing the personality traits associated with each type and using what she calls the Five Archetypes method, you can actually start to predict your behavioral patterns—not only with yourself but also with your friends, your romantic partner, your children, and even your colleagues. By practicing this method, you will also: -Learn how to exercise more control over behaviors that thwart your potential -Hone your self-awareness and self-regulation skills in the face of day-to-day stress -And understand what really makes people tick, so that you spend less time in stagnant relationships and more time in gratifying ones Through her study of the elements and the observations she&’s made in her work with individuals, couples, companies, parents, kids, and educators, Davidson has created a simplified and practical guide to harnessing the strengths of our five archetypes. Complete with an assessment designed to help you discover your primary, secondary, and lowest types, The Five Archetypes will not only teach you more about yourself and others but also transform your relationships and set you on the path to personal and interpersonal harmony.