Map It
Cathy Moore
Discover a hands-on guide to strategic training design with 'Map It' by Cathy Moore. Learn how to move beyond traditional instructional design methods and create engaging, activity-rich materials that solve real business problems. This book provides concrete steps to help you steer your projects along a more productive and pleasant path, ensuring your work makes a difference and helps your organization meet its goals.
Pedagogy of the Oppressed
Paulo Freire
A groundbreaking work on the philosophy of education, Pedagogy of the Oppressed explores the dynamics of oppression and liberation. Freire advocates for a problem-posing education that empowers the oppressed to critically examine their reality and transform the world around them. This book challenges traditional power structures in education and society, offering a vision of hope and social change.
Pushout
Monique W. Morris
Pushout examines the harsh and unfair treatment of Black girls in schools, revealing how they are disproportionately criminalized and pushed out of the education system. Through compelling narratives and insightful analysis, the book exposes the systemic biases and policies that marginalize Black girls, leading to their vulnerability and hindering their opportunities for success. A call to action for educators, policymakers, and communities to create a more equitable and supportive learning environment for all.
Raising Critical Thinkers
Julie Bogart
A guide for parents and educators on how to raise children to be critical thinkers in today's global, digital environment. It explores how kids make meaning for themselves and how to improve the quality of those assessments, with practical advice and activities for fostering insight, empathy, and intellectual aliveness.
Savage Inequalities
Jonathan Kozol
A harrowing exploration of the disparities in American education, revealing the stark inequalities faced by children in underfunded and segregated schools. Kozol's powerful narrative exposes the devastating impact of these inequalities on the lives and futures of countless students, challenging readers to confront the urgent need for educational reform.
Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet
William Shakespeare
Experience Shakespeare's timeless tale of star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, in this CliffsComplete edition. Delve into the passionate romance, familial conflict, and tragic fate that define this iconic play, complete with expert commentary and resources to enhance your understanding.
Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire
Rafe Esquith
An inspirational guide to teaching from Rafe Esquith, a dedicated teacher who shares his methods and madness inside Room 56. Discover how to create a classroom environment where students thrive academically and personally, and learn to teach with passion and dedication.
The Beatles as Musicians
Walter Everett
An in-depth exploration of the Beatles' musical practices and structures during the second half of their career, from the groundbreaking 'Revolver' album through the 'Anthology' project. This book delves into their compositional techniques, performance styles, and recording innovations, offering a unique perspective on the band's artistic evolution and lasting impact on popular music.