The RoutledgeFalmer Reader in Psychology of Education
Harry Daniels
Explore the valuable connection between education and psychology with The RoutledgeFalmer Reader in Psychology of Education. This reader reflects current trends in the subject and examples of how knowledge has an impact on practice. A crucial resource for students and practitioners to keep abreast of recent educational changes.
What They Teach You at Harvard Business School
Philip Delves Broughton
A journalist recounts his experiences and observations during his two years at Harvard Business School, offering insights into the intense environment, the curriculum, and the ambitions of the students within the 'cauldron of capitalism'.
I’m Still Here
Austin Channing Brown
In 'I'm Still Here,' Austin Channing Brown shares her experiences growing up as a black girl in a predominantly white area and navigating predominantly white spaces as an adult. With raw honesty and passion, she addresses issues of racism, white fragility, and the challenges of maintaining black dignity in a world designed for whiteness. This memoir is a powerful call for racial justice and a celebration of blackness.
Evidence-Informed Learning Design
Mirjam Neelen
A guide for learning professionals on how to design effective training programs based on scientific evidence from the learning sciences. It provides practical tools, techniques, and ingredients to improve learning experiences, debunking myths and misconceptions in the field.
Fluent Forever
Gabriel Wyner
Unlock the secrets to rapid language acquisition with Fluent Forever. This book provides a fun, personalized learning regimen that is sure to wire a new tongue into your brain with speed and simplicity. Discover how to leverage the latest methods for learning a language on your own using the Web, apps, and voice-training tips in an accelerated time frame.
Craft in the Real World
Matthew Salesses
A challenge to accepted models of craft and workshop, this book takes craft out of some imaginary vacuum and returns it to its cultural and historical context. Race, gender, sexuality, etc. affect our lives and so must affect our fiction. Real-world context, and particularly what we do with that context, is craft.
How to Become a Straight-A Student
Cal Newport
Discover the unconventional study strategies used by real straight-A college students to achieve high grades while studying less. This book provides practical advice and techniques to manage time, conquer procrastination, take effective notes, prepare for exams, write essays, and conduct research, all based on interviews with top-scoring undergraduates.
Productive Failure
Manu Kapur
Discover the transformative power of Productive Failure, a groundbreaking approach to learning that embraces failure as a catalyst for deeper understanding and innovation. Drawing on compelling narratives, insightful research, and practical strategies, this book reveals how intentionally designing for failure can unlock profound learning experiences and foster resilience, creativity, and resourcefulness.