This much loved and very popular book will now be available again, in an attractive paperback edition. A diverse collection of private and public dwellings from 100 years of Canberra, revealing social history, and the innovation and foresight of owners and designers.
Answers That Promote Mathematical Understanding, Grades 6-12
100 ways to get students hooked on math! It happens to the best of us: that one question that's got you stumped. Or maybe you have the answer, but it's not all that compelling or convincing. Al Posamentier and his coauthors to the rescue with this handy reference containing fun answers to students' 100 most frequently asked math questions. Even if you already have the answers, Al's explanations are certain to keep kids hooked-and that's what it's all about. The questions are all organized around the Common Core's math content standards and relate directly to Numbers and Quantity, Functions, Algebra, Geometry, and Statistics and Probability. The big benefits? You'll discover high-interest ways to: Teach inquiry and process in mathematical thinking Encourage flexibility in problem solving Emphasize efficient test-taking strategies Provide practical applications from mathematics, education, and human development research Build students' procedural skills and conceptual understanding
When, in March 2020, the Covid pandemic led the Government to impose a total lockdown on ordinary life, Gabriel Josipovici began to write a diary tracing his life under the new dispensation. 100 Days responds to the escalating crisis, as well as to the arrival of Spring and then of Summer on the South Downs, but it is mainly concerned with a kind ......
In this book, cultural historian Harlan Lebo looks back at the first Moon landing, Manson family murders, Woodstock, and the birth of the Internet to tell the story of how each event shaped the nation and how we perceive ourselves.
"This unique contribution is both a wonderful source of teaching ideas and a reminder that authentic learning involves engaging experiences that encourage inquiry." -Dan Thompson, Assistant Professor of Education Penn State University "Educators are always looking for interesting activities that challenge students to think beyond the ordinary. The authors have done a great job of compiling a variety of activities for different subject areas." -India Meissel, Social Studies and English Teacher Lakeland High School, Suffolk, VA Encourage critical thinking while teaching meaning through learning experiences! Learning in secondary school classrooms involves much more than students reciting the "right" answers on high-stakes tests. This activity-packed book encourages educators to move beyond traditional models of teaching and learning and provides them with the tools for getting started. 100 Experiential Learning Activities for Social Studies, Literature, and the Arts, Grades 5-12 focuses on using active learning to engage students in critical thinking and reflection about complex content knowledge in the humanities and the arts. Through easy-to-use matrices, the authors link lessons investigating history, economics, literature, music, and visual arts to McREL, NCTE, and NCSS standards. The 100 activities address significant social issues, including social justice, culture, language, and diversity. Teachers can emphasize comprehension, encourage creative thinking, and promote transfer across disciplines to help students: Explore primary sources to uncover practical and relevant information Construct careful arguments to integrate new learning with prior knowledge Question deeply held assumptions to arrive at authentic understandings Approach new ideas with confidence Take your students through meaningful learning experiences and make knowledge come alive!
"This unique contribution is both a wonderful source of teaching ideas and a reminder that authentic learning involves engaging experiences that encourage inquiry." -Dan Thompson, Assistant Professor of Education Penn State University "Educators are always looking for interesting activities that challenge students to think beyond the ordinary. The authors have done a great job of compiling a variety of activities for different subject areas." -India Meissel, Social Studies and English Teacher Lakeland High School, Suffolk, VA Encourage critical thinking while teaching meaning through learning experiences! Learning in secondary school classrooms involves much more than students reciting the "right" answers on high-stakes tests. This activity-packed book encourages educators to move beyond traditional models of teaching and learning and provides them with the tools for getting started. 100 Experiential Learning Activities for Social Studies, Literature, and the Arts, Grades 5-12 focuses on using active learning to engage students in critical thinking and reflection about complex content knowledge in the humanities and the arts. Through easy-to-use matrices, the authors link lessons investigating history, economics, literature, music, and visual arts to McREL, NCTE, and NCSS standards. The 100 activities address significant social issues, including social justice, culture, language, and diversity. Teachers can emphasize comprehension, encourage creative thinking, and promote transfer across disciplines to help students: Explore primary sources to uncover practical and relevant information Construct careful arguments to integrate new learning with prior knowledge Question deeply held assumptions to arrive at authentic understandings Approach new ideas with confidence Take your students through meaningful learning experiences and make knowledge come alive!
Are you struggling to revise for Macbeth? Are you finding it difficult to remember all the characters, alongside the plot, themes and key quotations? If you are 100 for 100: Macbeth has got you covered! 100 for 100: Macbeth is a revision workbook to help GCSE students revise the play thoroughly, regardless of exam board. Containing 100 days' ......
"This book will make a great contribution to special education." -Colleen Winkler, Gifted & Talented Education Teacher Riverdale High School, Jefferson, LA "As a general education teacher, I find that this book provides a concrete explanation of complex terms." -Kaycee Taylor, Social Studies Teacher Bainbridge Island High School, WA Special education "nuts and bolts" questions that you always wanted to know but were afraid to ask. Attempting to understand the complex state and federal laws, regulations, and policies affecting special education programs can be a daunting task for any educator. In this practical, jargon-free text, Roger Pierangelo and George Giuliani use their combined expertise in special education and the law to explain key concepts and present clear answers to commonly asked questions about disabilities and education. Ideal for K-12 special education teachers, general education teachers, and education stakeholders, 100 Frequently Asked Questions About Special Education makes an often complex subject understandable to novice teachers and veteran teachers who have not taught students with special needs. Written in a concise question-and-answer format, this practical guide includes an easily accessible glossary of terms and provides basic information about: The prereferral process Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) Eligibility for special education Procedural safeguards, a component of the IDEA Act of 2004 Annual reviews and evaluations Transitions from school to adult life Appropriate for both educators and parents, this reader-friendly guidebook gives adults a working knowledge of the special education process and enhances their skills for helping students reach their full potential.
