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First-Generation College Students
by Lee Ward Michael J. Siegel Zebulun DavenportAs more and more of the college-going population is made up of those who are the first in their families to attend college, institutions need to find ways to help these students succeed if they expect to maintain enrollments. This groundbreaking resource explores the challenges and barriers to first-generation students and offers a wealth of helpful recommendations for helping these students succeed in their academic careers. This book helps leaders in academic and student affairs to understand these special challenges and how best to meet them.
First-Generation Faculty of Color: Reflections on Research, Teaching, and Service
by Samuel D. Museus Tracy Lachica Buenavista Maria Estela Zarate Judith Flores Carmona Dolores Calderón María C. Ledesma Dimpal Jain Varaxy Yi Darrick Smith Omar Ruvalcaba Cindy Phu Norma A. Marrun Constancio R. Arnaldo Patrick Roz Camangian José M. Aguilar-Hernández Alma Itzé Flores Ivelisse Torres Fernandez Edil Torres Rivera Rebecca Covarrubias Nini Hayes Verónica Nelly VélezFirst-Generation Faculty of Color: Reflections on Research, Teaching, and Service is the first book to examine the experiences of racially minoritized faculty who were also the first in their families to graduate college in the United States. From contingent to tenured faculty who teach at community colleges, comprehensive, and research institutions, the book is a collection of critical narratives that collectively show the diversity of faculty of color, attentive to and beyond race. The book is organized into three major parts comprised of chapters in which faculty of color depict how first-generation college student identities continue to inform how minoritized people navigate academe well into their professional careers, and encourage them to reconceptualize research, teaching, and service responsibilities to better consider the families and communities that shaped their lives well before college.
First-Generation Student Experiences in Higher Education: Counterstories
by Carl E. James Leanne E. TaylorIn First-Generation Student Experiences in Higher Education: Counterstories, we meet eight students who attended university through an access program, and hear their stories of deciding to enter university, navigating and negotiating the institution, and bringing their university experiences with them into adult life. Their "counterstories"—drawn from application statements, weekly group meetings, diary entries, group conversations, interviews, and media reports—challenge the stereotypes commonly applied to marginalized students in higher education. Chapters offer insights into a range of salient themes and highlight the students’ strategies, challenges, successes, and trajectories, as well as their nuanced relationships with their networks, communities, families, and significant others. With this volume, James and Taylor present a valuable resource for educators, administrators, scholars, students and community agencies interested in extending understandings of first-generation university students.
First-Year Teaching For Dummies
by W. Michael Kelley Carol Flaherty Flirtisha HarrisMake your first year of teaching one to remember Becoming a new teacher is one of the most fun, exciting, and challenging experiences you’ll encounter in your life. Who wouldn’t want a little help getting ready before sitting down behind the teacher’s desk for the first time? That’s where First-Year Teaching For Dummies comes in. You’ll find easy-to-follow strategies and techniques to help you navigate the politics of education in your community, develop fun and fulfilling relationships with your students, and refine your own instructional style. You’ll learn to: Survive and thrive in your first two weeks as you hit the ground running and win over your students, co-workers, and administrators Avoid or reduce the major stressors that can lead to burnout and other common problems Understand and handle 21st-century issues with skill and sensitivity It’s almost time for you to take charge of your first classroom and you’re raring to go. So, grab a copy of First-Year Teaching For Dummies to find the last-minute tips and common-sense guidance you need to help make your first school year a rewarding one!
First-Year University Writing
by Laura AullFirst-Year Writing describes significant language patterns in college writing today, how they are different from expert academic writing, and how to inform teaching and assessment with corpus-based linguistic and rhetorical genre analysis.
First-in-Family Students, University Experience and Family Life
by Sarah O'Shea Josephine May Cathy Stone Janine DelahuntyThis book examines the university experiences of first-in-family university students, and how these students' decisions to return to education impact upon their family members and significant others. While it is well known that parental educational background has a substantial impact on the educational levels of family and dependents, it is unclear how attending university as a first-in-family student translates into the family and community of the learner. With the continuing requirements for higher education institutions to increase the participation of students from a range of diverse backgrounds and educational biographies, this is a major gap in understanding that needs to be addressed. Exploring how this university participation is understood at an individual, familial and community level, this book provides valuable insights into how best to support different student requirements. This book will be of great interest to students and researchers in the fields of education and sociology, as well as policy-makers in education and diversity initiatives.
First-in-Family Students, University Experience and Family Life: Motivations, Transitions and Participation
by Sarah O'Shea Josephine May Cathy Stone Janine DelahuntyThis open access book, now in its second edition, offers a comprehensive overview of the experiences of First in Family (FiF) or first-generation students in higher education. It draws upon narratives of students and their family members and spans the entire university student life cycle (pre-entry, commencement, progression and graduation) with a focus on specific cohorts including mature-aged students, parents or carers, as well as the differentiated experiences of male and female learners. With research drawn from three major research projects and including over 650 FiF students from across all Australian states and territories, as well as Europe, this wealth of perspectives provides unique insights into the lived reality of attending university in contemporary higher education settings. The book is written for a broad audience and will appeal to those working in universities, as well as family members and students who may be contemplating participating in higher education.
Fish & Wildlife Technician: Passbooks Study Guide (Career Examination Series)
by National Learning CorporationThe Fish and Wildlife Technician Passbook® prepares you for your test by allowing you to take practice exams in the subjects you need to study. It provides hundreds of questions and answers in the areas that will likely be covered on your upcoming exam, including but not limited to; Fisheries and wildlife biology; Operation of mechanical devices; Office record keeping; Communicating and interacting with the public; Supervision; and more.
Fish Face (The Kids of the Polk Street School)
by Patricia Reilly Giff<p>Emily Arrow may be a poor reader, but she's terrific in math and is also the fastest runner in her class. In October school gets even better when a newcomer from Florida, Dawn Tiffanie Bosco, joins the class and sits next to her. <p>When Emily sees that Dawn's a better reader and a faster runner, she tries to accept it with grace. Emily is still sure it will be fun to have a new friend to show her "fish face" to and share secrets with. <p>But then Emily discovers something awful--Dawn's a thief! And to make matters worse, no one will believe Emily.</p>
Fish Had a Wish (I Like to Read)
by Michael GarlandFish has a wish. He wishes he were a bird so he could fly. He wishes he were a skunk so he could make a big stink. . . or a snake that says HISSSSSSSSS. But after enjoying a delicious mayfly snack, Fish realizes he's happy exactly as he is. The stunning artwork draws from Asian and classical European wildlife art, and is both elegant and bold. An I Like to Read (R) book. Guided Reading Level E.
Fish Out of Water
by Abby Nye SuddarthFrom the perspective of a parent with college-age children, I thank Abby Nye for confronting us so boldly with the reality of what Christian students face in the secular world of academia. "Children need to be prepared for this experience - or they need to avoid it" -Joseph Farah, editor and C.E.O., WorldNewDaily.com So you're ready for the next chapter in your life?. Well, if you are a Christian heading to campus for the first time, there are several things you need to know about living your faith while surrounded by atheistic professors. Abby Nye has written a fantastic guide for college students who find their faith and values under assault from day one. Learn just what to expect, and how to navigate through classes while maintaining a good GPA and a positive college experience.Abby prepares new freshman (and even seasoned students!) to be able to survive and thrive in this often hostile setting. Among the topics she covers: Freshman orientation week The treatment of science and faith in the classroom Difficult professors and real life solutions The many forms of liberal ?indoctrination? Helpful campus groups and managing peer pressure This book is truly a must reading for students embarking for any college?a valuable handbook for parents, teachers, and students alike.
Fish Out of Water: Mentoring, Managing, and Self-Monitoring People Who Don't Fit In
by Dr Kikanza Nuri-Robins Lewis G. BundyWhat do you do when you’re the one who doesn’t fit in? “Fish Out of Water” are those who don’t fit in the mainstream culture, often due to sexual orientation, gender identity, ableness, income level, or ethnicity. This book focuses on adaptation strategies for Fish Out of Water, as well as those who work with them. Included are: Tools of code-switching—an important survival mechanism for managing the dynamics of difference Compelling portraits of those who have learned to survive and thrive in schools and other organizations Strategies for working with children who are targeted because they are different
Fish Out of Water: Mentoring, Managing, and Self-Monitoring People Who Don't Fit In
by Dr Kikanza Nuri-Robins Lewis G. BundyWhat do you do when you’re the one who doesn’t fit in? “Fish Out of Water” are those who don’t fit in the mainstream culture, often due to sexual orientation, gender identity, ableness, income level, or ethnicity. This book focuses on adaptation strategies for Fish Out of Water, as well as those who work with them. Included are: Tools of code-switching—an important survival mechanism for managing the dynamics of difference Compelling portraits of those who have learned to survive and thrive in schools and other organizations Strategies for working with children who are targeted because they are different
Fish and Sun (I Can Read Comics Level 1)
by Sergio RuzzierIntroducing I Can Read Comics, a new early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers.One day, a bored little fish journeys up to the surface of the ocean, where it meets the sun. A wonderful friendship blooms… Only, right in the middle of their fun, the sun starts to set! Fish and Sun is a powerful story about newfound friendship by Sergio Ruzzier."Painted seascapes in rich colors warm the early reader comic's minimal text, and small details—Fish sleeps underwater with a small pillow—will draw laughter." (Publishers Weekly)Fish and Sun is a Level One I Can Read Comic, a simple story for shared reading. Junior Library Guild SelectionAn ALSC Graphic Novel Reading List Title
Fish and Wave (I Can Read Comics Level 1)
by Sergio RuzzierLet’s read comics! I Can Read Comics is an early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers. <p><p>When a tiny wave grows bigger and bigger, what’s a fish to do? Fish and Wave by Sergio Ruzzier is a playful exploration of what it really means to go with the flow. <p><p>Fish and Wave is a Level One I Can Read Comic, a simple story for shared reading. <P><P><i>Advisory: Bookshare has learned that this book offers only partial accessibility. We have kept it in the collection because it is useful for some of our members. Benetech is actively working on projects to improve accessibility issues such as these.</i>
Fish for Kids: A Junior Scientist's Guide to Diverse Habitats, Colorful Species, and Life Underwater (Junior Scientists)
by Kevin KurtzSplash into the incredible world of fish with the Junior Scientists series for kids ages 6 to 9 Get up close and personal with the fascinating fish that live all around the world. Fish for Kids is full of colorful photos and illustrations that help you explore 35 different species, from goldfish and neon tetras to eels and great white sharks!Interactive learning—Unlike other fish books for kids, this one features hands-on activities and tips for going fishing or keeping your own aquarium.Fun facts—Learn how fish use camouflage, how they find food, and which fish can swim almost 70 miles per hour!Fishy profiles—Go beyond other fish books for kids with complete profiles on freshwater and saltwater fish, including where they live, how big they get, and more.Take a peek into the lives of fish in this standout choice among fish books for kids.
Fish in a Tree
by Lynda Mullaly HuntA New York Times Bestseller • An emotionally-charged, uplifting novel that will speak to anyone who&’s ever thought there was something wrong with them because they didn&’t fit in."Fans of R.J. Palacio&’s Wonder will appreciate this feel-good story of friendship and unconventional smarts.&” —Kirkus Reviews &“Everybody is smart in different ways. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its life believing it is stupid.&” Ally has been smart enough to fool a lot of smart people. Every time she lands in a new school, she is able to hide her inability to read by creating clever yet disruptive distractions. She is afraid to ask for help; after all, how can you cure dumb? However, her newest teacher Mr. Daniels sees the bright, creative kid underneath the trouble maker. With his help, Ally learns not to be so hard on herself and that dyslexia is nothing to be ashamed of. As her confidence grows, Ally feels free to be herself and the world starts opening up with possibilities. She discovers that there&’s a lot more to her—and to everyone—than a label, and that great minds don&’t always think alike.Schneider Family Book Award • ALA Notable • Global Read-Aloud Selection • Crystal Kite Nerdy Book Award
Fishing in the Sky: The Education of Namory Keita
by Donald LawderWhat distinguishes this remarkable narrative from other accounts of personal growth is not just its vivid and intimate picture of West African life, but the fact that its author embarked on his adventure at an age when most men and women are resigned to life in a rocking chair. At age sixty-six, after the break-up of a stormy marriage, Donald Lawder begins a new life as a volunteer teacher for the Peace Corps in the impoverished country of Mali, in West Africa. He is adopted by a Moslem family, given a Malian name, and learns to pray in the village mosque. As "Professor of English" at the state teacher's college in Mali's capital city of Bamako, he teaches Debate, Black American History, and the philosophy of Emerson and Thoreau to French-speaking African students and becomes deeply involved with a Moslem student less than one third his age. Later, after a two-year job hunt in the U.S. convinces him that America is no country for old men, he returns to Bamako for good, as chief of an African family of six children ranging in age from three to twenty-three years. He arrives in time to witness his unarmed students' heroic overthrow of the brutal dictator Moussa Traore and their confused efforts to establish one of the first democracies in West Africa. An intimate and moving account of modern Africa in turmoil and of an old man's discovery of love in one of the poorest countries of the world.
Fiske 250 Words Every High School Freshman Needs to Know
by Jane Mallison Edward B. Fiske David HatcherStarting off with a powerful vocabulary is the best way to prepare for a successful, stress-free time in high school. High school opens a world of new ideas and experiences-along with more challenging and sophisticated concepts. Knowing these 250 words will give students the gift of a head start that will last for years to come. Every year, thousands of families trust Edward Fiske, author of the #1 bestselling Fiske Guide to Colleges and the former education editor of the New York Times , as their guide for honest advice on creating the best educational experience possible-because he knows and listens to students. Together with vocabulary experts Jane Mallison and David Hatcher, Fiske 250 Words Every High School Freshman Needs to Know gives students the most important words they'll encounter in high school, across a wide range of subjects and skill levels. This short, powerful tool will allow any student to expand his vocabulary, sharpen his writing skills, and be prepared to make the most of his high school years!
Fiske 250 Words Every High School Freshman Needs to Know (2nd edition)
by Edward FiskeHere are the 250 most important words students need to know to be successful in high school and beyond, from the former education editor of the New York Times and a leading educational authority. Each entry contains a complete definition, word origin, and example sentences, making it both the perfect gift for eighth grade graduation and an effective tool for expanding a student's vocabulary, preparing them for standardized tests, and increasing their writing skills. This is the perfect book for giving students who are entering high school a clear advantage before they begin.
Fiske 250 Words Every High School Graduate Needs to Know 2E
by Jane Mallison Edward B. Fiske Dave HatcherHere are the 250 most important words students need to know to be successful in college and beyond, from the former education editor of the New York Times and a leading authority on college admissions. Each entry contains information on the word origin, a complete definition, and example sentences, making it both the perfect gift for high school graduation and an effective tool for expanding a student's vocabulary, increasing word comprehension, and honing their writing skills. This is the perfect book for giving young adults entering college or starting a career a clear advantage before they begin.
Fiske Countdown to College
by Edward B. Fiske Bruce G. HammondUnique, simple approach to the complicated college prep process, from the leading authority in college admissions.
Fiske Guide to Colleges with Great Sports Traditions
by Edward FiskeBlue and white face paint at Duke; the Big Brown Jug trophy game between Minnesota and Michigan; touchdown Jesus at Notre Dame--American colleges and universities are packed with sports traditions that date long before the first telecast of ESPN. Now, the preeminent name in college guides, Edward B. Fiske, turns his pen to those schools that bleed their mascot colors. Whether a grand old favorite-Auburn anyone?--or a surprising addition-University of Pennsylvania--you'll be fascinated by the details Fiske brings to these sports infused schools.
Fiske Guide to Colleges: Beyond the Ivies
by Edward B FiskeWhen it comes to academic excellence, the Ivy Leagues aren't the only schools worth their salt. And nobody knows that better than Edward B. Fiske. Beyond the Ivies introduces an exclusively selected sample from the 2014 Guide to Colleges of ten schools that have redefined what it means to be a top university. From leading engineering institutions to small liberal arts colleges, discover which of these academic elites fits your needs the most! Includes:-Full-color photos-Full-color infographics-Links to school websites-Links to admission email addresses
Fiske Guide to Colleges: SAT/ACT Optional Schools
by Edward B FiskeApplying for college is a stressful endeavor: choosing the right schools, paying application fees, and writing personal essays. But, before you can even get to those steps you're faced with the prospect of taking the SAT or ACT-two of the most daunting tests of a young person's life. Maybe you're not a good test-taker, or you freeze under pressure, causing your score to plummet-what do you do now? Are you hopes of getting into a good college dashed forever? The answer is unequivocally no-you can attend a great college even if your SAT or ACT scores are lacking. Edward B. Fiske-the author of the most trusted college guide on the market-has compiled a collection of SAT/ACT optional schools. Though these schools may not require test scores, they still deliver a high quality education. Included: -14 high quality SAT/ACT optional schools -Full Fiske write ups and descriptions -Color photographs -Statistics on every school