Adult & Continuing Education

Politics is a complex subject, but it doesn't have to be difficult. This book, complete with exercises and answers, forms a course which will take you from beginner or intermediate level to having a firm grasp of the main topics in politics and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781101982853Author Barbara OakleyFormat PaperbackPage Count 304Imprint Penguin USAPublisher Penguin Putnam Inc

This reader-friendly and accessible text introduces 50 assessment approaches, and explores how they work in practice by taking an honest look at the advantages and disadvantages of each one. For each approach, the authors include in-practice examples...

First, let's commend ourselves: how in the midst of a pandemic we faculty stepped up at record speed to teach in such a foreign learning environment. Try we did, adapt we did, and learn we did. But to be clear, and we already recognize this, this past...

Demonstrating what it is like to be an adult learner in today's world, this book focuses on language, literacy and numeracy learning. The authors explore the complex relationship between learning and adults' lives, following a wide range of individual...

Ecologies for Learning and Practice provides the first systematic account of the ideas of learning ecologies and ecologies of practice and locates the two concepts within the context of our contemporary world. It focuses on how individuals and society...

Solidly grounded in theory and research, but concise and practice-oriented, Adult Learning: Linking Theory and Practice is perfect for master's-level students and practitioners alike. Sharan Merriam and Laura Bierema have infused each chapter with...

***CIM (CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MARKETING) BOOK OF THE MONTH MAY 2016***Content marketing just got easierContent marketing is one of today's growing marketing trends following fast on the heels of social media. It is marketing through creating and sharing...

Transformative Dimensions of Adult Learning describes the dynamics of how adults learn--and how their perceptions are transformed by learning--as a framework for formulating educational theory and practice. It presents an in-depth analysis of the ways in...

If you want to be the best, you have to have the right skillset.From people skills and effective networking to building assertiveness and mastering memory techniques, THE ULTIMATE PERSONAL SUCCESS BOOK is a dynamic collection of tools, techniques, and...

By the simple expedient of asking questions and conducting experiments to answer them, science has transformed our understanding of the world. It has made us who we are, and revealed a universe that is older, bigger and stranger than we could ever have...

Is this the right book for me?Write Winning Essays and Dissertations is an invaluable guide for anyone who wants to improve their assessed written work. Whether you are in desperate need of help or just want advice on improving your writing style, this...

Discover everything you need to become a successful property investor, developer or renovator in Martin Roberts' practical and inspirational guide.From buying a house at the best possible price, to undertaking a complicated conversion project; from...

Understanding accounts just got easierThere has never been a time when managers have been more exposed to financial statements than they are today. Even if you are a non-financial manager, you will often be involved in budgeting and regular financial...

If the body of knowledge of a profession is a living landscape of practice, then our personal experience of learning can be thought of as a journey through this landscape. Within Learning in Landscapes of Practice, this metaphor is further developed in...

How do you tailor education to the learning needs of adults? Do they learn differently from children? How does their life experience inform their learning processes? These were the questions at the heart of Malcolm Knowles' pioneering theory of andragogy...

This new edition of a popular guide to improving your memory will help you improve your performance at work and sharpen your focus.Written by a former memory champion, Improve Your Memory: Sharpen Focus and Improve Performance shows how a radically...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781733646864Author Sylvia DuckworthFormat PaperbackPage Count 134Imprint Elevate Books EduPublisher Elevate Books EduWeight(grams) 222gDimensions(mm) 203mm...

Do you want to be able to persuade, influence, or empathise with people in any situation? Do you want to be able to click with people instantly? Do you want people to trust you?This new Teach Yourself Workbook doesn't just tell you what emotional...

Understand the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict is the essential guide to one of the world's most distressing confrontations. Putting the present situation into its broader context and examining all perspectives, it unravels the origins and development of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780997918632Author Doug SchoonFormat PaperbackPage Count 174Imprint Schoon ScientificPublisher Schoon ScientificWeight(grams) 322gDimensions(mm) 229mm *...

Collins brings the Queen of Crime, Agatha Christie, to English language learners. Agatha Christie is the most widely published author of all time and in any language. Now Collins has adapted her famous detective novels for English language...

Practical advice for apprenticeship teachers and trainers. 'How to' support on: * Understanding the ways in which standards-based apprenticeships are different * Mapping to the Level 4 Assessor/Coach apprenticeship standard * ...

Written by experienced careers advisor Steve Rook, the new edition of this indispensable guide will help readers to develop the skills they need to land their dream job. It breaks the career planning process down into manageable steps, from researching...

Is this the right book for me?Understand Existentialism breaks down a complex mode of thought into more manageable sections, enabling you to get to grips with the key concepts within the movement. Chart the origins and development of existentialism in a...

Sharing insights of various theoretical perspectives to help understand the complex root causes of children's behaviour, Supporting Positive Behaviour in Early Childhood Settings and Primary Schools highlights key responses that can encourage positive...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781730927676Author Kevin WilsonFormat PaperbackPage Count 474Imprint Independently PublishedPublisher Independently PublishedWeight(grams)...

Is this the right book for me? A jargon-free guide for the small business owner or manager Small Business Accounting is a jargon-free joy for the small business owner or manager, providing practical examples of real businesses to show the reader, step by...

Real English for life beyond the classroom Reading in English at advanced levels involves more than just words and grammar - it requires an interpretation of tone, context, aims and more. But sometimes the English you can learn from your...

Mindful meditation has been around for thousands of years, and is used by top therapists as a highly effective way of overcoming anxiety, depression and a number of other emotional difficulties. It has also caught the popular imagination as a wonderful...

Edinburgh is a city renowned for critical thinking, cutting edge breakthroughs and unique creativity. At the heart of these enlightened ideals lies the University of Edinburgh, which has influenced life in the capital since it was founded in the late...

This was a unit in the CTLLS and DTLLS qualifications, which have now been replaced with the Certificate and Diploma in Education and Training (CET and DET). However, the content has since been updated and is now in the book Principles and Practices of...

This was a unit in the CTLLS and DTLLS qualifications, which have now been replaced with the Certificate and Diploma in Education and Training (CET and DET). However, the content has since been updated and is now in the book Principles and Practices of...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781519394897Author Kaye LindenFormat PaperbackPage Count 96Imprint Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformPublisher Createspace Independent Publishing...

Instructional coaching focuses on research-based instructional strategies that can have the biggest impact in improving a teacherAEs practice. Jim Knight has worked as a trainer, developer, and researcher in instructional coaching for many years and has...

Real English for life beyond the classroom English in the real world is constantly evolving, and learners need to move with it. But sometimes the English you can learn from your coursebook just isn't enough for real life. Being able to...

Merging the Instructional Design Process with Learner-Centered Theory brings together the innovations of two previously divided processes - learning design strategies/theories and instructional systems development - into a new introductory textbook...

This collection of empirical work offers an in-depth exploration of key issues in the education of adolescents and adults with refugee backgrounds residing in North America, Australia and Europe. These studies foreground student goals, experiences and...

This book equips SENCOs and aspiring SENCOs to engage in high level continuing professional development activity associated with studying for mandatory qualifications, and supports critical and innovative practice and career progression. Written by a...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781979924900Author Vali NasserFormat PaperbackPage Count 152Imprint Createspace Independent Publishing PlatformPublisher Createspace Independent Publishing...