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What Foreigners Need To Know About America From A To Z
How to understand crazy American culture, people, government, business, language and more.
Lance Johnson
2013 Gold Medal
616 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Education
Reviewed by Alice DiNizo for Readers' Favorite
Knowledgeable author Lance Johnson has written "What Foreigners Need to Know about America from A to Z", primarily to help the foreign-born visitor or immigrant to function effectively and easily in the United States. There are four sections to this invaluable reference tool: American Heritage, American Culture, American Business and American Language. The twenty-six chapters which comprise these four sections tell in detail of how the United States is a country of diversity and change. The author states correctly, over and over, that countries of the world must learn about each other's culture and that citizens of the United States must understand that the world is uncomfortable with our dominance in economics and our political outreach. People around the world see us as not caring about other countries, and conclude that we come off as self-righteous and having a superiority complex in world affairs. However, citizens of the United States are honest, fair, kind and grateful as expressed in our actions which appeal to other countries of the world.
"What Foreigners Need to Know about American from A to Z" should be given to every person immigrating to or even just visiting this country. Author Lance Johnson is well-versed in world-wide protocols and tells of how WalMart has to close down its stores in Germany as it didn't research how to serve German customers. The author tells of how to participate in many everyday things in the United States but also reminds the reader that flashing the soles of your feet in Thailand is a big "no-no" and that in Bulgaria head nods of "yes" and "no" are the opposite of ours in the United States. The author gives lengthy descriptions in the sections on American business and American language, making "What Foreigners need to Know about America from A to Z" useful for anyone, including Americans themselves. The table of contents, the quizes, the many lists of interesting facts, and the accompanying colored photographs make this book one that should be available worldwide. It is a gem and treasure trove of valuable information that will help the foreign-born and American-born navigate their world without making serious or offensive mistakes.
Knowledgeable author Lance Johnson has written "What Foreigners Need to Know about America from A to Z", primarily to help the foreign-born visitor or immigrant to function effectively and easily in the United States. There are four sections to this invaluable reference tool: American Heritage, American Culture, American Business and American Language. The twenty-six chapters which comprise these four sections tell in detail of how the United States is a country of diversity and change. The author states correctly, over and over, that countries of the world must learn about each other's culture and that citizens of the United States must understand that the world is uncomfortable with our dominance in economics and our political outreach. People around the world see us as not caring about other countries, and conclude that we come off as self-righteous and having a superiority complex in world affairs. However, citizens of the United States are honest, fair, kind and grateful as expressed in our actions which appeal to other countries of the world.
"What Foreigners Need to Know about American from A to Z" should be given to every person immigrating to or even just visiting this country. Author Lance Johnson is well-versed in world-wide protocols and tells of how WalMart has to close down its stores in Germany as it didn't research how to serve German customers. The author tells of how to participate in many everyday things in the United States but also reminds the reader that flashing the soles of your feet in Thailand is a big "no-no" and that in Bulgaria head nods of "yes" and "no" are the opposite of ours in the United States. The author gives lengthy descriptions in the sections on American business and American language, making "What Foreigners need to Know about America from A to Z" useful for anyone, including Americans themselves. The table of contents, the quizes, the many lists of interesting facts, and the accompanying colored photographs make this book one that should be available worldwide. It is a gem and treasure trove of valuable information that will help the foreign-born and American-born navigate their world without making serious or offensive mistakes.
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Tilogos
A Treatise on the Origins and Evolution of Language
Sherman P. Bastarache
2013 Finalist
354 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Education
Reviewed by Anne Boling for Readers' Favorite
Sherman P. Bastarache has an inordinate interest in language. His interest began when he was in the eighth grade. His teacher was discussing evolution and a student commented that words cannot evolve. Suddenly, it occurred to Bastarache that if you add a 't' to 'here' you have 'there', which to some degree is language evolution. In his book "Tilogos: A Treatise on the Origins and Evolution of Language", Bastarache asks the question “is language innate?” Bastarache takes readers on a journey back to the sloppy, steamy beginnings when single-celled organisms inhabited the earth, or at least that is what evolutionists would say. Bastarache began his research as a Christian attempting to disprove language evolution. He nicknamed evolution evilution. As he continued his research he stumbled on to a method where clicks and squeals could have evolved into language. I suppose my mind is simple; I have always accepted creationism. Whatever be the manner he used, God created all. To me this means he also created language. I think Evolution and Creationism can and should go hand in hand.
Sherman P. Bastarache is obviously very intelligent. His book is well-researched, thought-out and organized. He begins with the way animals communicate and moves his way through the written word. He discusses hieroglyphics, Roman letters, and Chinese symbols. Then he discusses how the brain processes language. "Tilogos" is a uniquely written book. I have never seen a book covering this topic. I found the topic interesting and comprehensive. Mr. Bastarache, you stimulated my brain and made me think of a totally different concept. Kudos.
Sherman P. Bastarache has an inordinate interest in language. His interest began when he was in the eighth grade. His teacher was discussing evolution and a student commented that words cannot evolve. Suddenly, it occurred to Bastarache that if you add a 't' to 'here' you have 'there', which to some degree is language evolution. In his book "Tilogos: A Treatise on the Origins and Evolution of Language", Bastarache asks the question “is language innate?” Bastarache takes readers on a journey back to the sloppy, steamy beginnings when single-celled organisms inhabited the earth, or at least that is what evolutionists would say. Bastarache began his research as a Christian attempting to disprove language evolution. He nicknamed evolution evilution. As he continued his research he stumbled on to a method where clicks and squeals could have evolved into language. I suppose my mind is simple; I have always accepted creationism. Whatever be the manner he used, God created all. To me this means he also created language. I think Evolution and Creationism can and should go hand in hand.
Sherman P. Bastarache is obviously very intelligent. His book is well-researched, thought-out and organized. He begins with the way animals communicate and moves his way through the written word. He discusses hieroglyphics, Roman letters, and Chinese symbols. Then he discusses how the brain processes language. "Tilogos" is a uniquely written book. I have never seen a book covering this topic. I found the topic interesting and comprehensive. Mr. Bastarache, you stimulated my brain and made me think of a totally different concept. Kudos.
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Disorder in the Classroom
Or a Firsthand Account of Substitute Teaching in the Chicago Public Schools System
Janice M. Hypolite
2013 Silver Medal
156 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Education
Reviewed by Anne Boling for Readers' Favorite
Janice Hypolite retired from her position as an accountant, spent time with her daughters and then decided to pursue her desire to teach. In the 1980s it was very easy to achieve certification to substitute teach. After a short while she returned to accounting. In 2007 she decided to return to subbing. Her certification was out of date and the criteria to gain one was much tougher. After receiving her updated certification Janice prepared herself for the new school year by buying paper, pencils, a tote and searching for lessons to keep the students occupied. She expected to work frequently but it was the end of Oct. before she was called to teach. The teacher had not left a lesson plan. The students were loud, rude and uncooperative.
At one point Janice asked herself the question, “Who is in charge, the students or the teachers.” After having also been a substitute teacher with similar experiences I can say that too often the students are in charge. MS Hypolite apparently kept a diary of each class she taught and problems within the class. Being a sub is not easy. I found the best subs were retired teachers. They had degrees in education. They were better prepared to handle the behavior problems in the classroom. Students seem to recognize their authority.
Not everyone is cut out to be a teacher. Many who desire to be one lack the skills that are needed. I discovered early on that I worked better in EBD classes than in regular classrooms.
Author Janice Hypolite's experiences as a substitute teacher in the Chicago Public School system are informative and well documented. She effectively discusses discipline problems and the attitudes of teachers, as well as the issues facing subs like intimidation from other teachers and lack of lesson planning.The last chapter of the book is filled with the author’s creative suggestions and honest opinions. There is a lot of valuable experience and wisdom in this book that readers will find eye-opening, especially parents and those in the educational field.
Janice Hypolite retired from her position as an accountant, spent time with her daughters and then decided to pursue her desire to teach. In the 1980s it was very easy to achieve certification to substitute teach. After a short while she returned to accounting. In 2007 she decided to return to subbing. Her certification was out of date and the criteria to gain one was much tougher. After receiving her updated certification Janice prepared herself for the new school year by buying paper, pencils, a tote and searching for lessons to keep the students occupied. She expected to work frequently but it was the end of Oct. before she was called to teach. The teacher had not left a lesson plan. The students were loud, rude and uncooperative.
At one point Janice asked herself the question, “Who is in charge, the students or the teachers.” After having also been a substitute teacher with similar experiences I can say that too often the students are in charge. MS Hypolite apparently kept a diary of each class she taught and problems within the class. Being a sub is not easy. I found the best subs were retired teachers. They had degrees in education. They were better prepared to handle the behavior problems in the classroom. Students seem to recognize their authority.
Not everyone is cut out to be a teacher. Many who desire to be one lack the skills that are needed. I discovered early on that I worked better in EBD classes than in regular classrooms.
Author Janice Hypolite's experiences as a substitute teacher in the Chicago Public School system are informative and well documented. She effectively discusses discipline problems and the attitudes of teachers, as well as the issues facing subs like intimidation from other teachers and lack of lesson planning.The last chapter of the book is filled with the author’s creative suggestions and honest opinions. There is a lot of valuable experience and wisdom in this book that readers will find eye-opening, especially parents and those in the educational field.
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Who's in Charge?
An Educational Outlook for All
Donna Harla
2012 Honorable Mention
Kindle Edition
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Non-Fiction - Education
Reviewed by Alice H. for Readers' Favorite
"Who's in Charge?" by Donna Harla is intended as a brief reader for educators, parents and administrators. Its basic premise is that the wrong people (legislators) are in charge of the educational system and, as a result, the educational system is severely flawed and in need of an immediate and extensive "fix." Who's in Charge? Pre- and post-testing of children in various grades indicates that the USA is falling behind other industrialized nations with regard to education. The author attributes this lack of educational success to one predominant problem: most children simply do not know how to study. They do not have the study habits necessary to comprehend material and as a result, they fall farther and farther behind in their ability to understand increasingly more complicated study material.
The author visualizes a diverse approach to learning which involves instruction in basic study skills, teaching thinking and critical analysis skills and the direct involvement of parents/caretakers in the educational process. When teaching a diverse student population, this multivariate approach leads to what is called the "Professional Learning Community." According to the author, it is this PLC which will help the student learn best. The ideas put forth by the author are intriguing and worthy of being tested among divergent student populations. This book may not be for the lay person as many parents might become lost in the research while attempting to sort out what might apply directly to themselves and their children. The book will certainly appeal to educators who are undoubtedly frustrated by various legislative bodies attempting to improve the educational system in which teachers and administrators struggle daily.
"Who's in Charge?" by Donna Harla is intended as a brief reader for educators, parents and administrators. Its basic premise is that the wrong people (legislators) are in charge of the educational system and, as a result, the educational system is severely flawed and in need of an immediate and extensive "fix." Who's in Charge? Pre- and post-testing of children in various grades indicates that the USA is falling behind other industrialized nations with regard to education. The author attributes this lack of educational success to one predominant problem: most children simply do not know how to study. They do not have the study habits necessary to comprehend material and as a result, they fall farther and farther behind in their ability to understand increasingly more complicated study material.
The author visualizes a diverse approach to learning which involves instruction in basic study skills, teaching thinking and critical analysis skills and the direct involvement of parents/caretakers in the educational process. When teaching a diverse student population, this multivariate approach leads to what is called the "Professional Learning Community." According to the author, it is this PLC which will help the student learn best. The ideas put forth by the author are intriguing and worthy of being tested among divergent student populations. This book may not be for the lay person as many parents might become lost in the research while attempting to sort out what might apply directly to themselves and their children. The book will certainly appeal to educators who are undoubtedly frustrated by various legislative bodies attempting to improve the educational system in which teachers and administrators struggle daily.
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Have Fun & Get It Done
Graduate From a Top University in 3 Years or Less Without Being a Genius
Jenee Ariel Dana
2012 Gold Medal
174 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Education
Reviewed by Kristie Ingerto for Readers' Favorite
"Have Fun & Get It Done: Graduate From a Top University in 3 Years or Less Without Being a Genius," written by Jenee Ariel Dana, is a must-have for all high school juniors and seniors who are college bound! Split into short chapters focusing on specific points, teenagers will be able to read through the book or pick and choose sections that are deemed most important at a specific moment. Written and geared toward the students, this book addresses everything from cost of college including living on campus or at home, scheduling not only classes but free time, and the importance of making fun times as well as exercise a part of a routine. It helps us to sort through the questions and provides information about all of the various elements that become a part of one's life as one prepares for college.
I wish I had had this book when I was preparing for college! This is an excellent resource for all college-bound students and even for those who are still undecided whether college or work is the best path to take. This book is filled with useful information and real-life examples. There are also plenty of space for notes to be written down and personal reflection questions throughout the book making it an interactive book. This can be a stressful time and I believe this book would definitely reduce much of one's anxiety. I am a certified school counselor and this is the best resource I have seen of this type geared specifically for the students. I would highly recommend this book for all schools to be made available to all of their high school juniors and seniors.
"Have Fun & Get It Done: Graduate From a Top University in 3 Years or Less Without Being a Genius," written by Jenee Ariel Dana, is a must-have for all high school juniors and seniors who are college bound! Split into short chapters focusing on specific points, teenagers will be able to read through the book or pick and choose sections that are deemed most important at a specific moment. Written and geared toward the students, this book addresses everything from cost of college including living on campus or at home, scheduling not only classes but free time, and the importance of making fun times as well as exercise a part of a routine. It helps us to sort through the questions and provides information about all of the various elements that become a part of one's life as one prepares for college.
I wish I had had this book when I was preparing for college! This is an excellent resource for all college-bound students and even for those who are still undecided whether college or work is the best path to take. This book is filled with useful information and real-life examples. There are also plenty of space for notes to be written down and personal reflection questions throughout the book making it an interactive book. This can be a stressful time and I believe this book would definitely reduce much of one's anxiety. I am a certified school counselor and this is the best resource I have seen of this type geared specifically for the students. I would highly recommend this book for all schools to be made available to all of their high school juniors and seniors.
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TeenCoder
Windows Programming
Homeschool Programming, Inc.
2012 Silver Medal
267 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Education
Reviewed by James Ventrillo for Readers' Favorite
"TeenCoder: Windows Programming by Homeschool Programming, Inc." is a text book for teens to learn computer programming at home. It is designed for them to learn by themselves, at their own pace. That is great because most parents would be at a loss about how to help their child if they get stuck in a "For Next loop." The book covers Microsoft’s Visual C# 2010 Express programming platform, which is similar to Microsoft's Visual Basic programming platform. So I am familiar with how this material should be presented. Programming can be VERY difficult because it is alien, unlike almost anything a student has done before. At times it looks like some crazy hybrid of Algebra and broken English. But if it is taught correctly, it can be very engaging for the student, and downright exciting. It is akin to being given all the tools and education needed to create your own Hollywood movie. Students who learn programming can create just about anything their minds can imagine. It combines their reasoning skills with their boundless imagination. The hard part is acquiring those skills.
"TeenCoder" is an excellent book for laying the foundation for strong Windows programming skills. It is written in a warm conversational style. It makes you feel as though the instructor is sitting by your side having a conversation with you about the material. It just doesn't get any better than that. Images, examples, and well-crafted sample programs enhance this extremely well-organized text book. Plop your teen down in front of their computer with this book and in 6 months he or she will be begging you for the next one! Who knows, your child could be the next Bill Gates or Mark Zuckerberg!
"TeenCoder: Windows Programming by Homeschool Programming, Inc." is a text book for teens to learn computer programming at home. It is designed for them to learn by themselves, at their own pace. That is great because most parents would be at a loss about how to help their child if they get stuck in a "For Next loop." The book covers Microsoft’s Visual C# 2010 Express programming platform, which is similar to Microsoft's Visual Basic programming platform. So I am familiar with how this material should be presented. Programming can be VERY difficult because it is alien, unlike almost anything a student has done before. At times it looks like some crazy hybrid of Algebra and broken English. But if it is taught correctly, it can be very engaging for the student, and downright exciting. It is akin to being given all the tools and education needed to create your own Hollywood movie. Students who learn programming can create just about anything their minds can imagine. It combines their reasoning skills with their boundless imagination. The hard part is acquiring those skills.
"TeenCoder" is an excellent book for laying the foundation for strong Windows programming skills. It is written in a warm conversational style. It makes you feel as though the instructor is sitting by your side having a conversation with you about the material. It just doesn't get any better than that. Images, examples, and well-crafted sample programs enhance this extremely well-organized text book. Plop your teen down in front of their computer with this book and in 6 months he or she will be begging you for the next one! Who knows, your child could be the next Bill Gates or Mark Zuckerberg!
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Multiply and Divide with Sticks and Steps®
Maureen Stearns
2012 Bronze Medal
96 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Education
Reviewed by Joy Hannabass for Readers' Favorite
What is your reaction when your child asks you for help with multiplication? It is difficult for most kids to learn, and even more difficult sometimes to teach them. Well, now you have a great resource to help you with this problem. In her book "Multiply and Divide with Sticks and Steps," Maureen Stearns shows us a whole new way of teaching these things to our kids. And it is not only fast and easy, it is a lot of fun too! Once you try this method, you will be so amazed you will never think about the old ways of learning to multiply and divide again. Wow, this is so easy! Why did it take so long to figure this out? Maureen Stearns has figured out a method that will help all children, and adults alike. And this is especially exciting for those children with learning disabilities, or those not as fast as others with maths. I won’t give the method because you need to purchase the book for this, but once you read and view the graphics in this book, you will say exactly what I did, Wow, this is so easy!
I highly recommend Maureen’s book “Multiply and Divide with Sticks and Steps” to everyone who has small children! This book is a must in teaching your child these important steps. And I also feel that this book is a must for every church, school, and public library because it is such a reliable resource for students. And you home school students, what a wonderful invention for you! I just can’t say enough about this book. Grab a copy for yourself, and then encourage your church, school and public libraries to purchase a few copies.
What is your reaction when your child asks you for help with multiplication? It is difficult for most kids to learn, and even more difficult sometimes to teach them. Well, now you have a great resource to help you with this problem. In her book "Multiply and Divide with Sticks and Steps," Maureen Stearns shows us a whole new way of teaching these things to our kids. And it is not only fast and easy, it is a lot of fun too! Once you try this method, you will be so amazed you will never think about the old ways of learning to multiply and divide again. Wow, this is so easy! Why did it take so long to figure this out? Maureen Stearns has figured out a method that will help all children, and adults alike. And this is especially exciting for those children with learning disabilities, or those not as fast as others with maths. I won’t give the method because you need to purchase the book for this, but once you read and view the graphics in this book, you will say exactly what I did, Wow, this is so easy!
I highly recommend Maureen’s book “Multiply and Divide with Sticks and Steps” to everyone who has small children! This book is a must in teaching your child these important steps. And I also feel that this book is a must for every church, school, and public library because it is such a reliable resource for students. And you home school students, what a wonderful invention for you! I just can’t say enough about this book. Grab a copy for yourself, and then encourage your church, school and public libraries to purchase a few copies.
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The Emotion Behind Money
Building Wealth From the Inside Out
Murphy Casserly
2011 Gold Medal
Kindle Edition
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Non-Fiction - Education
Reviewed by Anna del C. Dye for Readers' Favorite
The first thing that I liked about this book was the Affirmations for Wealth Building found on the first pages. I know them to be true, for I have used them in my life. They are powerful views of the changes we can implement in our lives.
The other things I like are the different homework exercise sprinkled around throughout the book so you can learn hands on.
We all have a reason why we used money the way we do. I know what it is to be hungry so my pantry has a year's supply of food, because I don't want ever to run out. A person who never had new shoes in his or her early life will have shoes coming out of their ears and spend a lot of their money on shoes.
Julie shows us the many faces of why we use money the way we do. She has demonstrated that we need to manage our finances according to our own circumstances. My case will be different than yours therefore the result or application of the principles will also be varied.
Julie wrote a great book in how to understand your reasoning about money and show you the different things you can benefit from no matter what your life's path. I found that Building Wealth from the Inside Out is a well-written easy book that could change your life's outlook forever. I recommended this book to everyone, it is clear, enlightening and fun to read.
The first thing that I liked about this book was the Affirmations for Wealth Building found on the first pages. I know them to be true, for I have used them in my life. They are powerful views of the changes we can implement in our lives.
The other things I like are the different homework exercise sprinkled around throughout the book so you can learn hands on.
We all have a reason why we used money the way we do. I know what it is to be hungry so my pantry has a year's supply of food, because I don't want ever to run out. A person who never had new shoes in his or her early life will have shoes coming out of their ears and spend a lot of their money on shoes.
Julie shows us the many faces of why we use money the way we do. She has demonstrated that we need to manage our finances according to our own circumstances. My case will be different than yours therefore the result or application of the principles will also be varied.
Julie wrote a great book in how to understand your reasoning about money and show you the different things you can benefit from no matter what your life's path. I found that Building Wealth from the Inside Out is a well-written easy book that could change your life's outlook forever. I recommended this book to everyone, it is clear, enlightening and fun to read.
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The Bubble Boys
How Mistaken Educational Ideals and Practices are Causing A Warped Social Fabric
Jason Goetz
2011 Bronze Medal
256 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Education
Reviewed by Robert Rose for Readers' Favorite
The title, The Bubble Boys: How Mistaken Educational Ideals and Practices Are Causing A Warped Social Fabric, gives the impression that this will be another book about what we're doing wrong in education and why and how to fix it. Jason Goetz, who admits being a voracious reader, will impress anyone with his intelligence and ability to give us a historical and world view on what has been considered the roles of education.
Unfortunately, the people who need to read his analysis are not readers. They are so busy filling out papers and defending themselves and their beliefs and actions that they are emotionally exhausted. They do not want to see or admit that what they believe and are doing is more harmful than helpful. Ditto to politicians, government workers, and private individuals whose "Me first, me only" attitude and behavior Jason sees as a main cause of the present moral decline. The result is our political, ecological, and financial crises.
Enlightening are his personal experiences from elementary through graduate school. He gives very specific instances of the self-protective stance many educators and professors take regarding their beliefs and what they are willing to do those who challenge their authority. His examples of teachers and professors who were too insecure and dishonest to admit that a student could possibly know more about their area of expertise, so punished him by giving him a much lower grade than the one their own records showed he had earned. When his appeal to the professor was rejected he went to the department chair and then to the next higher level. Protection of self and school meant no justice. No surprise that injustice results when the insecure are challenged. His explanations of morality and virtues are excellent.
The title, The Bubble Boys: How Mistaken Educational Ideals and Practices Are Causing A Warped Social Fabric, gives the impression that this will be another book about what we're doing wrong in education and why and how to fix it. Jason Goetz, who admits being a voracious reader, will impress anyone with his intelligence and ability to give us a historical and world view on what has been considered the roles of education.
Unfortunately, the people who need to read his analysis are not readers. They are so busy filling out papers and defending themselves and their beliefs and actions that they are emotionally exhausted. They do not want to see or admit that what they believe and are doing is more harmful than helpful. Ditto to politicians, government workers, and private individuals whose "Me first, me only" attitude and behavior Jason sees as a main cause of the present moral decline. The result is our political, ecological, and financial crises.
Enlightening are his personal experiences from elementary through graduate school. He gives very specific instances of the self-protective stance many educators and professors take regarding their beliefs and what they are willing to do those who challenge their authority. His examples of teachers and professors who were too insecure and dishonest to admit that a student could possibly know more about their area of expertise, so punished him by giving him a much lower grade than the one their own records showed he had earned. When his appeal to the professor was rejected he went to the department chair and then to the next higher level. Protection of self and school meant no justice. No surprise that injustice results when the insecure are challenged. His explanations of morality and virtues are excellent.
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![](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=/book-award/the-classroom-ceo&media=https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41FQXrd9AfL._SL442_.jpg._AA200_.jpg&description=The Classroom CEO made me wonder if Deborah Prichard was going to discuss how administrators could better manipulate their employees. The subtitle, Empowering Teachers Through the Use of Business Leadership Principles, made me worry that a “bottom line" or "impossible accountability" would make teaching even crazier and more difficult.
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The Classroom CEO
Empowering Teachers Through the Use of Business Leadership Principles
Deborah R. Prichard. MA Ed.
2011 Gold Medal
160 Pages
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Non-Fiction - Education
Reviewed by Robert Rose for Readers' Favorite
The Classroom CEO made me wonder if Deborah Prichard was going to discuss how administrators could better manipulate their employees. The subtitle, Empowering Teachers Through the Use of Business Leadership Principles, made me worry that a “bottom line" or "impossible accountability" would make teaching even crazier and more difficult.
I was dead wrong! Debbie has written an amazingly easy-to-read, easy-to-do book that shows how to empower everyone in any organization. It does mean sharing power that many will resist.
Her seven principles - purpose, performance, motivation, grace, service, flexibility, and ethics - form a philosophy in a practical handbook that can immediately empower those who understand and properly use it. I make this disclaimer because I fear many will nod their heads in agreement with the principles, but will not "share" their power to empower those with less legal power.
However, this does not diminish what she has already taught successfully to others and has so clearly explained in her how-to-do-it sections. She uses lecture-information, then Your Stories, Power Up, and Your Notes to give listeners activity-based experiences to individualize their responses and reinforce the teachings. It is an excellent teaching manual.
Teaching staffs, parents, administrators all can use this for group training or for individual learning from the book. If done as a staff, it could easily improve the climate of the school.
I give it five stars in all categories and a head start for the education book of the year.
The Classroom CEO made me wonder if Deborah Prichard was going to discuss how administrators could better manipulate their employees. The subtitle, Empowering Teachers Through the Use of Business Leadership Principles, made me worry that a “bottom line" or "impossible accountability" would make teaching even crazier and more difficult.
I was dead wrong! Debbie has written an amazingly easy-to-read, easy-to-do book that shows how to empower everyone in any organization. It does mean sharing power that many will resist.
Her seven principles - purpose, performance, motivation, grace, service, flexibility, and ethics - form a philosophy in a practical handbook that can immediately empower those who understand and properly use it. I make this disclaimer because I fear many will nod their heads in agreement with the principles, but will not "share" their power to empower those with less legal power.
However, this does not diminish what she has already taught successfully to others and has so clearly explained in her how-to-do-it sections. She uses lecture-information, then Your Stories, Power Up, and Your Notes to give listeners activity-based experiences to individualize their responses and reinforce the teachings. It is an excellent teaching manual.
Teaching staffs, parents, administrators all can use this for group training or for individual learning from the book. If done as a staff, it could easily improve the climate of the school.
I give it five stars in all categories and a head start for the education book of the year.
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