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William Barton Rogers and the Idea of MIT
by A. J. AnguloWinner, 2009 Outstanding Book Award, History of Education SocietyWinner, 2009 Richard Slatten Prize for Excellence in Virginia Biography, Virginia Historical SocietyConceptual founder of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, William Barton Rogers was a highly influential scientific mind and educational reformer of the nineteenth century. A. J. Angulo recounts the largely unknown story of one man's ideas and how they gave way to the creation of one of America’s premier institutions of higher learning. MIT's long tradition of teaching, research, and technological innovation for real-world applications is inexorably linked to Rogers’ educational philosophy. Emphasizing the "useful arts"—a curriculum of specialized scientific study stressing theory and practice, innovation and functionality—Rogers sought to revolutionize standard educational practices of the day. Controversial in an era typified by a generalist approach to teaching the sciences, Rogers’ model is now widely emulated by institutions throughout the world. Exploring the intersection of Rogers' educational philosophy and the rise of technical institutes in America, this biography offers a long-overdue account of the man behind MIT.
William Carey University: Celebrating 125 Years (Campus History)
by Barbara Hamilton Joshua Wilson Donna Duck WheelerIn 2006, William Carey College celebrated 100 years of serving students in south Mississippi. To accompany the centennial, alumni director Donna Duck Wheeler wrote William Carey College: The First 100 Years. In the 11 years following 2006, the school�s enrollment increased to nearly 1,500 students and more programs, such as the College of Osteopathic Medicine, have been established. The span between the first volume and this updated one also includes the name change to William Carey University and the discovery of an additional predecessor institution, Pearl River Boarding School, founded in 1892. This expanded volume, published in commemoration of the institution�s corrected 125th birthday, tells the next chapter of Carey�s history�a history filled with faculty, staff, students, and alumni living out the words of the university�s namesake, William Carey, and �expecting and attempting great things for God.�
William Friday
by William A. LinkFew North Carolinians have been as well known or as widely respected as William Friday (1920-2012). The former president of the University of North Carolina remained prominent in public affairs in the state and elsewhere throughout his life and ranked as one of the most important American university presidents of the post-World War II era. In the second edition of this comprehensive biography, William Link traces Friday's long and remarkable career and commemorates his legendary life. Friday's thirty years as president of the university, from 1956 to 1986, spanned the greatest period of growth for higher education in American history, and Friday played a crucial role in shaping the sixteen-campus UNC system during that time. Link also explores Friday's influential work on nationwide commissions, task forces, and nonprofits, and in the development of the National Humanities Center and the growth of Research Triangle Park. This second edition features a new introduction and epilogue to enrich the narrative, charting the later years of Friday's career and examining his legacy in North Carolina and nationwide.
William Levi Dawson: American Music Educator (American Made Music Series)
by Mark Hugh MaloneWilliam Levi Dawson (1899–1990) overcame adversity and Jim Crow racism to become a nationally recognized composer, choral arranger, conductor, and professor of music. In William Levi Dawson: American Music Educator, Mark Hugh Malone tells the fascinating tale of Dawson’s early life, quest for education, rise to success at the Tuskegee Institute, achievement of national notoriety as a composer, and retirement years spent conducting choirs throughout the US and world.From his days as a student at Tuskegee in the final years of Booker T. Washington’s presidency, Dawson continually pursued education in music, despite racial barriers to college admission. Returning to Tuskegee later in life, he became director of the School of Music. Under his direction, the Tuskegee Choir achieved national recognition by singing at Radio City Music Hall, presenting concerts for Presidents Herbert Hoover and Franklin D. Roosevelt, and performing on nationwide radio and television broadcasts.Dawson’s Negro Folk Symphony, only the second extended musical work to be written by an African American, was premiered by Leopold Stokowski and the Philadelphia Orchestra in both Philadelphia and New York City. Dawson’s arrangements of spirituals, the original folk music of African Americans enslaved in America during the antebellum period, quickly became highly sought-after choral works. This biographical account of Dawson's life is narrated with a generous sprinkling of his personal memories and photographs.
The William Problem
by Barbara BakerThird grade is a terrible year for Liza Farmer. Her teacher is mean. Her best friend is in another class, making new friends and having a great time. And Liza has to sit next to William Spear, the biggest creep in the entire third grade. Now Liza's new friend, Bridget, has decided to be friends with William. She wants Liza to be nice to him, too! Liza knows her old friends wouldn't understand. But Bridget doesn't seem to care at all about them. Will Liza have to choose between her old friends and her new one? And if she chooses Bridget, does that mean she has to be friends with William, too? In this sequel to Third Grade Is Terrible, times are still tough for Liza, who must learn to follow her own feelings about friendship and fair play.
William's 100th Day of School (Cloverleaf Books (tm) -- Off To School Ser.)
by Lisa Bullard Mike ByrneThe 100th day of school is here! William's class celebrates this fun day with an exciting show-and-tell time, by learning to count to 100 in new ways, and even with a parade. Find out what else happens during William's 100th-day celebration.
Williamson College of the Trades (Campus History)
by Andrew Miller Michael J. RoundsWilliamson College of the Trades was founded in 1888 by Quaker businessman and philanthropist Isaiah V. Williamson, whose objective was to provide financially disadvantaged young men with a useful trade. Located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, the school accepted its first students in the fall of 1891. Then, as now, the young men received free room, board, and tuition while dividing their day between the classroom and the shop. In 2015, the institution changed its name from Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades to Williamson College of the Trades, but its mission has never changed. Students still live on campus for free and are required to report for morning inspection, attend daily chapel service, and maintain a professional appearance at all times. Williamson has remained relevant in a changing world while still maintaining its core values of faith, integrity, diligence, excellence, and service. Despite changing times, Williamson College of the Trades has stayed true to those values and Isaiah V. Williamson's legacy.
Willie, the Frog Prince
by C. S. Adler[from inside dust jacket flaps] "Eleven-year-old Willie Feldman has a hard time pleasing his perfectionist father. When he doesn't forget his chores or bring home poor grades because he has difficulty concentrating, his irrepressible dog Booboo gets him into trouble. It doesn't help that Dad is between jobs, with plenty of time to keep an eye on Willie. Then a new girl, Maria, turns up in school. For the first time, Willie has an urge to concentrate, as he seeks ways to impress her. But when they do become friends Willie realizes that Maria has more serious problems than he does: her father constantly moves the family around, and her mother, with her migraine headaches, is in bed most of the time. Can Willie find a way to help Maria out? With genuine warmth and humor, C. S. Adler creates a touching story of a boy who, to his surprise, proves himself to be as much of a prince as the fairy-tale frog."
Willie Wins
by Almira Astudillo GillesWillie's father tells him there is something special in an old coconut bank brought from the Philippines, but Willie is embarrassed to take it to school for a contest, especially since he knows that one of his classmates will make fun of him.
Willingness to Die and the Gift of Life: Suicide and Martyrdom in the Hebrew Bible
by Paul K.-K. ChoOne particularly challenging aspect of the Hebrew Bible is its treatment of various forms of voluntary death: suicide, suicide attack, martyrdom, and self-sacrifice. How can people of faith make sense of the ways biblical literature at times valorizes these sensitive and painful topics? Willingness to Die and the Gift of Life surveys a diverse selection of Hebrew Bible narratives that feature characters who express a willingness to die, including Moses, Judah, Samson, Esther, Job, Daniel, and the &“suffering servant&” of Isaiah 53. The challenging truth uncovered is that the Hebrew Bible, while taking seriously the darker aspects of voluntary death, nevertheless time and again valorizes the willingness to die—particularly when it is for the sake of the group or in faithful commitment to God. Many biblical authors go so far as to suggest that death willingly embraced can unlock immense power: endowing the willing with the charism necessary to lead, opening the possibility of salvation, and even paving the way for resurrection into a new, more glorious life. Paul K.-K. Cho&’s unflinching analysis raises and wrestles with provocative questions about religious extremism, violent terrorism, and suicidal ideation —all of which carry significant implications for the biblically grounded life of faith today. Cho carefully situates the surveyed texts in their original cultural context, discussing relevant topics such the shame and honor culture of ancient Israel and the importance attached to the group over the individual. Closing with an epilogue that reflects on the surprising issue of whether biblical authors considered God to be capable of dying or being willing to die, Cho&’s fascinating study showcases the multifaceted relationship between death and life in the Hebrew Bible.
Willkommen am Wendepunkt!: Reiseführer in Ihre Zukunft – Mit Selbstcoaching auf neuen Wegen
by Melanie CordiniDieses Buch ist ein Reiseführer in Ihre Zukunft und zu Ihnen selbst!Wir alle erleben Wendepunkte. Sie sind zeitlos, weil sie zum Leben gehören. Sie sind Weichen, die über unsere Zukunft entscheiden, beruflich und privat. Welche Rolle spielt unser Innenleben am Wendepunkt? Woher kommen Schuld- und Angstgefühle? Welche Rolle spielen soziale Normen, Bauchgefühl, inneres Team und Glaubenssätze?Was lernen wir aus typischen Wendepunkten wie Familiengründung, Ruhestand, Schulabschluss oder privater Trennung? Wie helfen uns Krankheitssymptome glücklicher zu werden? Wie gewinnen wir eine positive Lebenseinstellung?Treffen Sie Ihre Wahl sowohl mit sachlichem Abstand als auch mit emotionaler Tiefe. Befreien Sie sich von unnötigem Ballast auf Ihrem Weg! Hinterfragen Sie Beweggründe und Ziele und finden Sie Ihr individuelles Lösungsmuster. Sie können mehr beeinflussen als Sie glauben!Dieser Ratgeber liefert alle erforderlichen Informationen für Ihre Wendepunkte, sortiert Ihr emotionales Gepäck und gibt unterhaltsam Empfehlungen für die optimale Reiseroute. In vielen Stories und humorvollen Beispielen aus dem Leben der Autorin und ihrer Coaching-Praxis werden Sie sich wiederfinden. Als Proviant für den Weg erhalten Sie zusätzlich den passenden Reise-Soundtrack, Ihr Trainings-Camp mit Praxisübungen sowie den Schnelldurchlauf aller Kapitel in handlichen Reisenotizen.
Willkommen am Wendepunkt!: Reiseführer in Ihre Zukunft – Mit Selbstcoaching auf neuen Wegen
by Melanie CordiniDieses Buch ist ein Reiseführer in Ihre Zukunft und zu Ihnen selbst!Wir alle erleben Wendepunkte. Sie sind zeitlos, weil sie zum Leben gehören. Sie sind Weichen, die über unsere Zukunft entscheiden, beruflich und privat. Welche Rolle spielt unser Innenleben am Wendepunkt? Woher kommen Schuld- und Angstgefühle? Welche Rolle spielen soziale Normen, Bauchgefühl, inneres Team und Glaubenssätze?Was lernen wir aus typischen Wendepunkten wie Familiengründung, Ruhestand, Schulabschluss oder privater Trennung? Wie helfen uns Krankheitssymptome glücklicher zu werden? Wie gewinnen wir eine positive Lebenseinstellung?Treffen Sie Ihre Wahl sowohl mit sachlichem Abstand als auch mit emotionaler Tiefe. Befreien Sie sich von unnötigem Ballast auf Ihrem Weg! Hinterfragen Sie Beweggründe und Ziele und finden Sie Ihr individuelles Lösungsmuster. Sie können mehr beeinflussen als Sie glauben!Dieser Ratgeber liefert alle erforderlichen Informationen für Ihre Wendepunkte, sortiert Ihr emotionales Gepäck und gibt unterhaltsam Empfehlungen für die optimale Reiseroute. In vielen Stories und humorvollen Beispielen aus dem Leben der Autorin und ihrer Coaching-Praxis werden Sie sich wiederfinden. Als Proviant für den Weg erhalten Sie Ihr Trainings-Camp mit Praxisübungen sowie den Schnelldurchlauf aller Kapitel in handlichen Reisenotizen.
Will's Friend (Stairway Decodables Step 2)
by Leanna KochWill has big plans on his day off! But when Mom and Dad can’t play with him, Will is left feeling sad. Can his friend, Greg, turn his day around and play with Will? Stairway Decodables is a supplemental phonics resource that’s perfect for supporting small group instruction, independent reading, or reading practice at home. This title provides practice in decoding words with initial blends.
Willy the Scrub (A\junior Library Guild Selection Ser.)
by Jamie McEwanIt’s hard being different. Everybody in Willy’s family is an athlete—even his mom. And, although Willy wishes he were like the rest of his family, no matter how hard he tries he never seems to be as good as they are. When he hears there’s going to be wrestling try-outs, he and his best friend sign up. Even if they never get to play, they’ll be the best benchwarmers of all time! A hi-lo book for reluctant readers.
Wilma Jean - The Worry Machine
by Julia CookAnxiety is a subjective sense of worry, apprehension, and/or fear. It is considered to be the number one health problem in America. Although quite common, anxiety disorders in children are often misdiagnosed and overlooked.<P><P> Everyone feels fear, worry and apprehension from time to time, but when these feelings prevent a person from doing what he/she wants and/or needs to do, anxiety becomes a disability.<P><P> This fun and humorous book addresses the problem of anxiety in a way that relates to children of all ages. It offers creative strategies for parents and teachers to use that can lessen the severity of anxiety.The goal of the book is to give children the tools needed to feel more in control of their anxiety. For those worries that are not in anyone’s control (i.e. the weather,) a worry hat is introduced. A fun read for Wilmas of all ages!
Wilson and Miss Lovely: A Back-to-School Mystery
by John StadlerA charming school story with a twist--new from John Stadler!Wilson had just finished his first week of school and could not wait for the next one to begin. He was very fond of his new teacher, Miss Lovely. But something was wrong that day--very wrong. There were no school buses, the school itself was empty, and something strange was approaching. Undeterred and ever-hopeful that he would see Miss Lovely soon, Wilson went through his normal school day alone--he did his math lesson alone, his science lesson alone, sent himself to the principal's office when he was naughty, and more, but still . . . something was approaching.Stadler skillfully uses gatefold flaps to keep the suspense mounting until we find out just who--or what--was approaching.Readers will love following Wilson and his day at school right out of a Twilight Zone episode in this funny, sweet, and sometimes scary story.
Wimee Creates with Vehicles and Colors (A Wimee’s Words Book)
by Stephanie KammeraadBe a creator with Wimee! In Wimee Creates with Vehicles and Colors, join your favorite robot Wimee from the show Wimee&’s Words (as seen on PBS) for some wacky wordplay and visual fun. This simple concept book, perfect for early readers ages 3-6, teaches rhyming and colors, plus prepositions and action verbs, and encourages readers to find more rhymes and make their own images.Wimee Creates with Vehicles and Colors includes:Pairs of rhyming words that are combined to make a silly sentence.Simple illustrations focusing on familiar shapes and primary colors.A note to parents and educators with ideas on how to use the book for further learning.Examples of more words to rhyme. Wimee&’s Words is an interactive mixed media show for preschoolers that inspires kids to learn through imagination, vocabulary building, and storytelling through puppetry, music, wordplay, and technology. Watch Wimee on your local PBS affiliate!
Win Every Day: Proven Practices for Extraordinary Results
by Mark MillerAll high performance organizations have one thing in common: execution. The men and women who work there sustain performance at seemingly otherworldly levels of precision, accuracy, and consistency. In the fifth and final book of Mark Miller's High Performance series, he uses his trademark business fable format to show how any organization can cultivate the kind of everyday habits that yield extraordinary results. Miller tells the story of Blake Brown, a CEO who learns how to help his team to consistently excel at execution from a perhaps unlikely source: his son's high school football coach. The story is fictional, but the principles and practices are very real, derived from years of research led by a team from Stanford University. Miller and his team interviewed leaders and employees from numerous world-class organizations, including the Navy SEALS, Starbucks, Apple, Southwest Airlines, the Seattle Seahawks, Mayo Clinic, Cirque du Soleil, and more. The lessons learned were then field-tested with over seventy businesses employing over 7,000 people. Miller gives you proven tools to release the untapped potential in your people, create a strong competitive advantage, and win not just on game day but every day.
Win Lose Kill Die
by Cynthia MurphyA high-school slasher with a lethal twist, perfect for fans of Holly Jackson! The students at Morton Academy are high-achievers, selected based on academic excellence. So when a series of murders target the school's best and brightest, the pressure is on.Failure is fatal...At the historic Morton Academy, a school for high-achievers, everyone wants to be Head Girl and gain all the prestige and success that comes with the title. But when bodies start piling up, the students begin to worry that someone is too determined to take that crown.Liz, Taylor, Kat, Marcus and Cole all set out to discover what exactly is going on. Is it the secret society that they have sworn allegiance too? The history of a cult that plagues Morton Academy? Or even a greedy teacher? They need to find the truth...and quickly.
Win or Lose (Disney's Hannah Montana #12)
by Heather AlexanderIt's time for the annual fund-raiser at Seaview Middle School, and Miley's got something to prove. Last year, Amber and Ashley raised the most money. This year, they're already bragging about how they've got the charity drive in the bag. Someone has to dethrone the queens of mean, and Miley and Lilly decide it's up to them. But their door-to-door fund-raising doesn't generate enough money, even when they walk ten Miles, fake six accents, and sing the same song fifty-eight times. Luckily, Miley's got a secret weapon--Hannah Montana! Suddenly, Miley has to decide how far she'll go to win ....
Win the Leadership Game Every Time: Nine Invaluable Laws to Magnify Your Success
by Payal NanjianiFar away in the jungle of Africa every morning a deer wakes up and decides to run faster than the fastest lion in that jungle. In the same jungle every morning a lion wakes up and decides to run faster than the fattest deer in that jungle. Both the deer and the lion wake up with the aim to win. The deer wants to win to save its life. The lion wants to win to satisfy its hunger. They each have their reason to win. They are in the game for winning. None of them know whether or not they will win, yet they decide each day to win. Are you in the leadership game to win or are you just a player in the game? Do you wake up each morning deciding to win or do you wake up to go to work and simply complete your tasks? There is a huge difference between going to work to win and going to work to just be in the game. It is this difference that decides where each of us is on the growth ladder and where we will be. Those who are here to just be in the game are very concerned about their paycheck and job security. They fear taking risks and are overly cautious. These people view the game as an "I win, you lose" proposition. But those leaders who play to win, do whatever is necessary to move things forward. They’re not reckless, but proactive. They make the call that they fear. They have difficult conversations. They deal with the tricky issues that may put their outcomes at risk if things go south on them. These are the people who wake up each morning with the will to win. They know that winning has nothing to do with power, status quo, position, or playing corporate politics. Winning is purely about being relentless and moving ahead in the game by focusing on your improvement and on the well-being of others. Winning is about having faith in yourself and in your abilities. Almost 75% of the people in the workforce get stuck at the mid-management level in the organization. These people have the best skills and abilities, yet aren’t able to move the needle significantly. This is because they don’t know what it takes to win and get unstuck. The purpose of the nine crucial laws described in this book is to guide you to methodologically win the leadership game. There are two ways of winning the game. One, by playing dirty corporate politics, bumping others to reach your goal, thinking solely about your growth, and being selfish. Another and better way is to work on transforming yourself so you improve in the game each day. The rules of business are changing. The game is evolving with speed. New markets are emerging. A new generation of workforce is entering the game. We have entered into a digitally transformed world. The new leadership game cannot be played with old rules and competencies. Working with some great leaders has shown me how a leader can move with agility, speed and flexibility to revamp the organization when faced with a business crisis. A leaders decisive and bold actions and their rapid and insightful response to crisis demonstrated the value of speed and serenity in setting a new course for their company. What are the new rules and competencies? How do we play and win the leadership game, every time?
The Win-Win Classroom: A Fresh and Positive Look at Classroom Management
by Jane E. BluesteinAt the start of your career or at the end of your rope… Recognized for a nontraditional approach to classroom discipline that really works, Jane Bluestein demonstrates how to build student accountability and end frustrating power struggles with all students. This authoritative, research-based guidebook considers the impact of stress, brain functioning, learning styles, and social and emotional factors on student behavior. Examples, guidelines, charts, and anecdotes, along with practical, powerful, and effective ideas will help you: Avoid the "rules and punishment" trap Establish win-win authority relationships Build a successful, positive, and caring community Encourage student cooperation, motivation, self-management, and on-task behavior
Win Your First Year in Teacher Leadership: A Toolkit for Team Leaders and Department Chairs
by Stephen KatzelFeel empowered during your first year as a team or department leader by applying the concise tips and tools in this book. Author Stephen Katzel shows you how to create an effective system to integrate into a new leadership team, create meaningful professional development, facilitate parent conferences, coach teachers, interview for your next role, handle difficult situations, and more! Perfect for beginning leaders, the book’s examples, anecdotes, and practical tools are quick and easy to implement and will help you get off to a strong start on your leadership journey, where you can broaden your impact beyond the classroom and help others succeed.
Win Your First Year of Teaching Middle School: Strategies and Tools for Success
by Stephen KatzelFeel empowered during your first year of teaching middle school by applying the concise tips and tools in this book. Author Stephen Katzel shows you how to create an effective system to structure your classroom, implement daily routines, plan for the short and long term, utilize technology, communicate well with parents, handle formal and informal observations, and move up the salary scale. He also shares advice on relating to the unique needs of middle schoolers, handling difficult supervisors or coworkers, and adapting to change. Perfect for beginning middle school or junior high teachers, the book offers strategies and templates you can use immediately to kick start a successful teaching career.
The Wind: Independent Reading Non-Fiction Blue 4 (Reading Champion #1106)
by Sue GravesThis book is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with UCL Institute of Education (IOE)The Wind is a non-fiction text explaining the effects of the wind. The simple sentence structure offers readers the opportunity for an independent reading experience with the support of the illustrations.Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.This early non-fiction text is accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.