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Peak Performance: Success In College And Beyond
by Sharon K. FerrettThe ninth edition of Peak Performance provides students with common sense strategies for excelling in school and life. From the unique Take 3 feature, which encourages making smart use of even small segments of time, to tips on "How to Say No" to avoid the stress of stretching your time too thin, to "Getting the Most Out of a Class Lecture" that helps students focus during a variety of challenging lecture situations, Peak Performance delivers the essential tools for managing time and resources. Students are provided with ample opportunities to apply and enhance critical thinking skills through Think Fast case studies, in-text questions and activities, and a wide variety of end-of-chapter Worksheets.
Peak Performance for Smart Kids: Strategies and Tips for Ensuring School Success
by Maureen NeihartPeak Performance for Smart Kids provides success strategies, activities, tools, real-life examples, and checklists for parents to employ to help their kids to achieve their highest potential. Even the most talented child will not succeed if he or she has not developed the mental, psychological, and emotional skills to face the heavy demands of high performance. Maureen Neihart, a psychologist and leading authority on talent development in children, examines seven mental habits of successful kids, providing practical approaches for developing them in talented children of all ages in this easy-to-read guide for parents and teachers.By working with parents to complete the activities included in this book, high-ability kids will learn to manage stress and anxiety, set and achieve goals, use mental rehearsal to improve performance, manage their moods and emotions, practice optimistic thinking, and resolve their frustrations of needing to belong while needing to achieve. With its research-based strategies and unique approach to maximizing potential, this is a book from which every parent of smart kids can benefit!Educational Resource
Peak Performance for Smart Kids
by Maureen NeihartPeak Performance for Smart Kids provides success strategies, activities, tools, real-life examples, and checklists for parents to employ to help their kids achieve to their highest potential. Even the most talented child will not succeed if he or she has not developed the mental, psychological, and emotional skills to face the heavy demands of high performance. Maureen Neihart, a psychologist and leading authority on talent development in children, examines seven mental habits of successful kids, providing practical approaches for developing them in talented children of all ages in this easy-to-read guide for parents and teachers.By working with parents to complete the activities included in this book, high-ability kids will learn to manage stress and anxiety, set and achieve goals, use mental rehearsal to improve performance, manage their moods and emotions, practice optimistic thinking, and resolve their frustrations of needing to belong while needing to achieve. With its research-based strategies and unique approach to maximizing potential, this is a book from which every parent of smart kids can benefit!
Peak Performance halten: Wie Sie Ihre Gesundheit stärken und Leistungsfähigkeit sichern
by Silvia BalabanAls Leistungsträger liefern Sie 24/7 mentale Höchstleistung: zunehmende Arbeitsverdichtung, Entscheidungsdauerfeuer und ASAP-isierung gekoppelt mit ständiger Erreichbarkeit und den Folgen von Globalisierung, sowie wirtschaftlichen und politischen Krisen. All das zehrt an Ihrer Energie. All das geht auf Kosten Ihrer Gesundheit. Um ein Auspowern zu vermeiden, ist ein wirkungsvolles, wissenschaftlich fundiertes Trainings- und Regenerationskonzept erforderlich, wie es im Leistungssport seit Jahren Standard ist. Daher bilden neueste Methoden und objektiv messbare Daten aus der Stressmedizin die Basis dieses Buches. Erfahren Sie, wie Sie durch biochemische und biophysische Parameter Ihre Kraft und Regeneration qualitativ verbessern können, denn Fakten schaffen Sicherheit. Praxisnah und leicht verständlich informiert dieser Ratgeber mit Selbstchecks, Fallbeispielen und Praxistipps über die wichtigsten Gesundheitsgrundlagen für berufliche Peak Performance Situationen. Fundiertes Wissen, damit Sie neue Stärke tanken und zukünftige Herausforderungen wieder mit Gelassenheit meistern können.
The Peak Performing Professor: A Practical Guide to Productivity and Happiness
by Susan RobisonDrawing on research from the fields of neuroscience, faculty development, work productivity, positive psychology, and resilience, The Peak Performing Professor is filled with techniques, strategies, and practical tools for managing the complexities of academic life while maximizing professional potential. This much-needed resource reveals the four skill sets (PACE) that enhance peak performance and shows faculty step-by-step how to: Power their work and lives with purpose and meaning. Align all of their activities with that purpose. Connect with mutually helpful colleagues and intimates. Energize themselves to thrive in this interesting and engaging career. To help develop these essential skills, the book contains exercises that can help faculty hone their abilities to anchor their work, roles, and use of time in their most deeply held values; to integrate their personal and professional lives into a seamless whole; to experience more work-life balance; and, ultimately, to create a legacy of a life well-lived. Administrators will also find the book a useful tool for guiding their faculty to produce, stay engaged, and experience job satisfaction. "The first time I saw Susan present her Pyramid of Power model, I knew I needed to learn more. This book provides both the ideas and the practical advice that can help faculty and faculty developers make our lives more effective and more livable." —L. Dee Fink, author of Creating Significant Learning Experiences "An amazing book—essential reading for every faculty member. The integration of sound scholarship and practical advice is extraordinary. This book will power faculty workshops and faculty lives!" —Barbara Walvoord, professor emerita, University of Notre Dame; author of Effective Grading
The Peak Performing Teacher: Five Habits for Success
by Michael S. KuczalaDevelop and implement an action plan for self-care Cultivating focus, re-energizing oneself, and improving daily habits are essential for educators’ well-being and the good that they pass along to students. Mike Kuczala asserts that educators’ greatest tool is a mirror—in it, teachers will find their greatest advocate for personal growth, power, wellness, and vision: themselves. However, finding the time to implement new habits can be hard. Because small changes are easier to plan for and realize, Kuczala concentrates on the habits that are most likely to yield significant improvements. This book guides educators in meaningful self-reflection by providing: Five critical practices to increase productivity and decrease anxiety Reflection prompts and vignettes to guide readers in developing self-care strategies Practical checklists and templates to help educators maintain goals Grounded in new research connecting personal change to professional improvement, Kuczala’s approach to well-being builds a bridge between mind and body to create a comprehensive path for success.
The Peak Performing Teacher: Five Habits for Success
by Michael S. KuczalaDevelop and implement an action plan for self-care Cultivating focus, re-energizing oneself, and improving daily habits are essential for educators’ well-being and the good that they pass along to students. Mike Kuczala asserts that educators’ greatest tool is a mirror—in it, teachers will find their greatest advocate for personal growth, power, wellness, and vision: themselves. However, finding the time to implement new habits can be hard. Because small changes are easier to plan for and realize, Kuczala concentrates on the habits that are most likely to yield significant improvements. This book guides educators in meaningful self-reflection by providing: Five critical practices to increase productivity and decrease anxiety Reflection prompts and vignettes to guide readers in developing self-care strategies Practical checklists and templates to help educators maintain goals Grounded in new research connecting personal change to professional improvement, Kuczala’s approach to well-being builds a bridge between mind and body to create a comprehensive path for success.
Peanut Butter and Homework Sandwiches
by Lisa Broadie CookMartin MacGregor is having one rotten week! First, his substitute teacher, Mrs. Payne, gives out mountains of homework. And when Martin's dog literally eats his homework, little does he know it's only the beginning of his troubles. Martin's homework ends up in the washing machine, goes to kindergarten with his little sister, and blows onto the roof of the school. Martin just can't catch a break! But with some creativity and a positive attitude, Martin finds his own way to turn homework into fun-and turn it in on time! New York Times bestselling illustrator Jack E. Davis's vibrant and detailed artwork gives life to a funny, lively story that is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever felt what it's like to show up unprepared- even when it's not your fault.
Peanut Butter's First Day of School (Penguin Young Readers, Level 2)
by Terry BorderGet ready for the first day of school with Peanut Butter and friends, the popular characters from award-winning author Terry Border.Peanut Butter has a big day tomorrow--it's his first day at a new school! With help from his friends, Peanut Butter can have a great first day, because they'll all go together: Peanut Butter and Hamburger and Cupcake and Egg and Meatball and French Fries and Soup and... of course Jelly.
Pearl and Wagner: Five Days Till Summer (Pearl and Wagner #5)
by Kate McMullanPearl and Wagner have only five days left in the school year with their awesome teacher, Ms. Star, and Pearl is not excited about next year's teacher, Ms. Bean. Pearl imagines taking spelling tests with super-hard words, doing one hundred jumping jacks every morning, and counting backward--by sevens! Pearl announces she's going to stay in Ms. Star's class forever. But is Ms. Bean as bad as she seems?The delightful fifth book in the Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor-winning series shows how a best friend and a new perspective can change everything.
Pearls for Primary Care: Integrating Biochemistry, Physiology, and Clinical Skills To Optimize Outpatient Medicine
by null Michael B JacobsPearls for Primary Care is unique, integrating pertinent basic science information with clinical medicine. The resource bridges the information gap and provides insights for providers and students. Additionally, there are succinct yet comprehensive
Pearl's Ocean Magic (Dolphin School #1)
by Catherine HapkaGoing to dolphin school under the sea is a magical experience for Pearl and her friends!Pearl is a magical dolphin of the Salty Sea, and today is her first day of school. Her classmates Echo and Splash make great new friends! Together they start learning dolphin skills like magic, music, and jumping.But another student, Flip, just won't stop bragging. And when he accepts a dare from an older student, he ends up in terrible danger from a shark! Can Pearl and her friends save him? It's an exciting first day at Dolphin School!
Pearson BTEC National Applied Psychology: Book 2
by Cara Flanagan Dave Berry Jock McGinty Mark Walsh Rob LiddlePublishing Spring 2022. / Both BTEC Applied Psychology Books 1 and 2 are being revised to match the revised Unit 1 and Unit 3 specifications for first teaching from September 2021. / Unit 3 - Health psychology completely revised and updated. / Endorsed for BTEC. / Each book provides knowledge and evaluation of theories and studies combined with many engaging activities which deliver the vocational element. / Activities aim to prepare students for internal and external assessments. / The brilliant visual style and tone will encourage students through every step of the course.
Pearson BTEC National Applied Psychology: Book 1 Revised Edition
by Cara Flanagan Mark Walsh Rob LiddlePublishing Spring 2022. / Both BTEC Applied Psychology Books 1 and 2 are being revised to match the revised Unit 1 and Unit 3 specifications for first teaching from September 2021. / Unit 1 - Psychological approaches and applications completely revised and updated. / Endorsed for BTEC. / Each book provides knowledge and evaluation of theories and studies combined with many engaging activities which deliver the vocational element. / Activities aim to prepare students for internal and external assessments. / The brilliant visual style and tone will encourage students through every step of the course.
Pearson Drive Right (11th Edition): Skills and Application Workbook
by Elizabeth A. WeaverPearson Drive Right (11th Edition) Skills and Application Workbook by Elizabeth A. Weaver.
Pearson Edexcel A-level Biology (Salters-Nuffield) Student Guide: Practical Biology
by Dan FoulderGet to grips with the core practicals and develop the skills students need to succeed with an assessment-driven approach, combining clear summaries of practical work that reinforce understanding, with sample questions and answers to improve exam technique. - Easily identify what students need to know with a concise summary of the required practical work examined in the A-level specifications. - Consolidate understanding of practical work, methodology, mathematical and other skills out of the laboratory with exam tips and knowledge check questions, with answers in the back of the book. - Improve exam technique with sample answers, examiner's tips and exam-style questions. - Provide extra support with coverage of methodologies and generic practical skills not focused on in the textbooks.
Pearson Edexcel A-level Biology (Salters-Nuffield) Student Guide: Practical Biology
by Dan FoulderGet to grips with the core practicals and develop the skills students need to succeed with an assessment-driven approach, combining clear summaries of practical work that reinforce understanding, with sample questions and answers to improve exam technique. - Easily identify what students need to know with a concise summary of the required practical work examined in the A-level specifications. - Consolidate understanding of practical work, methodology, mathematical and other skills out of the laboratory with exam tips and knowledge check questions, with answers in the back of the book. - Improve exam technique with sample answers, examiner's tips and exam-style questions. - Provide extra support with coverage of methodologies and generic practical skills not focused on in the textbooks.
Pearson Edexcel A-level Economics A Student Guide: Theme 2 The Uk Economy Epub
by Quintin BrewerWith clear topic summaries of content needed for the exams, knowledge-check questions and samples of exam-style questions and answers throughout, this guide will help you prepare for exams with confidence.- Identify key content for the exams with our concise summary of topics- Find out what examiners are looking for with our Questions and Answers section- Test your knowledge with rapid-fire questions and answers- Avoid common pitfalls with clear definitions and exam tips throughout- Reinforce learning with bullet-list summaries at the end of each section
Pearson Edexcel A-level Economics A Student Guide: Theme 1 Introduction to markets and market failure
by Mark GavinThis new edition Student Guide has been fully updated for 2019 and covers Theme 1 Introduction to markets and market failure A-level Paper 1 Markets and business behaviour, and A-level Paper 3 Microeconomics and Macroeconomics will both draw on topics from Theme 1.With clear topic summaries of content needed for the exams, knowledge-check questions and samples of exam-style questions and answers throughout, this guide will help you prepare for exams with confidence.-Identify key content for the exams with our concise summary of topics-Find out what examiners are looking for with our Questions and Answers section-Test their knowledge with rapid-fire questions and answers-Avoid common pitfalls with clear definitions and exam tips throughout-Reinforce learning with bullet-list summaries at the end of each section
Pearson Edexcel A-level Economics A Student Guide: Theme 1 Introduction to markets and market failure
by Mark GavinThis new edition Student Guide has been fully updated for 2019 and covers Theme 1 Introduction to markets and market failure A-level Paper 1 Markets and business behaviour, and A-level Paper 3 Microeconomics and Macroeconomics will both draw on topics from Theme 1.With clear topic summaries of content needed for the exams, knowledge-check questions and samples of exam-style questions and answers throughout, this guide will help you prepare for exams with confidence.-Identify key content for the exams with our concise summary of topics-Find out what examiners are looking for with our Questions and Answers section-Test their knowledge with rapid-fire questions and answers-Avoid common pitfalls with clear definitions and exam tips throughout-Reinforce learning with bullet-list summaries at the end of each section
Pearson Edexcel A-level Economics A Student Guide: Theme 2 The UK economy – performance and policies
by Quintin BrewerThis new edition Student Guide has been fully updated for 2019 and covers Theme 2 The UK economy - performance and policies A-level Paper 2 The national and global economy, and A-level Paper 3 Microeconomics and Macroeconomics will both draw on topics from Theme 2.With clear topic summaries of content needed for the exams, knowledge-check questions and samples of exam-style questions and answers throughout, this guide will help you prepare for exams with confidence.- Identify key content for the exams with our concise summary of topics- Find out what examiners are looking for with our Questions and Answers section- Test your knowledge with rapid-fire questions and answers- Avoid common pitfalls with clear definitions and exam tips throughout- Reinforce learning with bullet-list summaries at the end of each section
Pearson Edexcel A-level Economics A Student Guide: Theme 3 Business behaviour and the labour market
by Marwan MikdadiThis new edition Student Guide has been fully updated for 2019 and covers Theme 3 Business behaviour and the labour market, A-level Paper 1 Markets and business behaviour, and A-level Paper 3 Microeconomics and Macroeconomics will both draw on topics from Theme 3.With clear topic summaries of content needed for the exams, knowledge-check questions and samples of exam-style questions and answers throughout, this guide will help you prepare for exams with confidence.- Identify key content for the exams with our concise summary of topics- Find out what examiners are looking for with our Questions and Answers section- Test your knowledge with rapid-fire questions and answers- Avoid common pitfalls with clear definitions and exam tips throughout- Reinforce learning with bullet-list summaries at the end of each section
Pearson Edexcel A-level Economics A Student Guide: Theme 3 Business behaviour and the labour market
by Marwan MikdadiThis new edition Student Guide has been fully updated for 2019 and covers Theme 3 Business behaviour and the labour market, A-level Paper 1 Markets and business behaviour, and A-level Paper 3 Microeconomics and Macroeconomics will both draw on topics from Theme 3.With clear topic summaries of content needed for the exams, knowledge-check questions and samples of exam-style questions and answers throughout, this guide will help you prepare for exams with confidence.- Identify key content for the exams with our concise summary of topics- Find out what examiners are looking for with our Questions and Answers section- Test your knowledge with rapid-fire questions and answers- Avoid common pitfalls with clear definitions and exam tips throughout- Reinforce learning with bullet-list summaries at the end of each section
Pearson Edexcel A-level Economics A Student Guide: Theme 4 A global perspective
by Quintin BrewerThis new edition Student Guide has been fully updated for 2019 and covers Theme 4 A global perspective, A-level Paper 2 The national and global economy, and A-level Paper 3 Microeconomics and Macroeconomics will both draw on topics from Theme 4.With clear topic summaries of content needed for the exams, knowledge-check questions and samples of exam-style questions and answers throughout, this guide will help you prepare for exams with confidence.- Identify key content for the exams with our concise summary of topics- Find out what examiners are looking for with our Questions and Answers section- Test your knowledge with rapid-fire questions and answers- Avoid common pitfalls with clear definitions and exam tips throughout- Reinforce learning with bullet-list summaries at the end of each section
Pearson Edexcel A-level Economics A Student Guide: Theme 4 A global perspective
by Quintin BrewerThis new edition Student Guide has been fully updated for 2019 and covers Theme 4 A global perspective, A-level Paper 2 The national and global economy, and A-level Paper 3 Microeconomics and Macroeconomics will both draw on topics from Theme 4.With clear topic summaries of content needed for the exams, knowledge-check questions and samples of exam-style questions and answers throughout, this guide will help you prepare for exams with confidence.- Identify key content for the exams with our concise summary of topics- Find out what examiners are looking for with our Questions and Answers section- Test your knowledge with rapid-fire questions and answers- Avoid common pitfalls with clear definitions and exam tips throughout- Reinforce learning with bullet-list summaries at the end of each section