Dale Carnegie’s How to Win Friends and Influence People is a timeless classic in the realm of personal development and interpersonal communication. First published in 1936, the book continues to resonate with readers today, thanks to its incisive observations on human behavior and its practical strategies for fostering meaningful relationships. A literary scholar examining Carnegie’s work would … Continue reading The Adaptable Educator’s Book Review – “How to Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale Carnegie
The Adaptable Educator’s Book Reviews – Show Your Work! by Austin Kleon
In Show Your Work!, Austin Kleon delivers a manifesto for the modern creative, advocating for openness, transparency, and generosity in the creative process. With its concise prose, visual flair, and actionable advice, this book becomes more than just a guide—it is a cultural critique of the solitary artist myth, updated for the age of social media. … Continue reading The Adaptable Educator’s Book Reviews – Show Your Work! by Austin Kleon
The. Adaptable Educator’s Book Reviews – The Insecure Writer’s Support Group: Writing for Profit by Alex J. Cavanaugh
Alex J. Cavanaugh’s The Insecure Writer’s Support Group: Writing for Profit is a compact yet impactful guide that bridges the often-overlooked gap between the artistic impulses of writing and the pragmatic necessities of making it a profession. While not sprawling in scope, this book’s merit lies in its clarity and encouragement, serving both as a guide and … Continue reading The. Adaptable Educator’s Book Reviews – The Insecure Writer’s Support Group: Writing for Profit by Alex J. Cavanaugh
The Adaptable Educator’s Daily Book Review – The One Minute Manager by Kenneth H. Blanchard
In The One Minute Manager, Kenneth H. Blanchard, in collaboration with Spencer Johnson, distills the complexities of management into a concise, narrative-driven guide. At first glance, its brevity and simplicity might seem at odds with the weighty tomes often associated with management theory. However, Blanchard’s parable-like approach underscores the transformative power of clarity and focus in … Continue reading The Adaptable Educator’s Daily Book Review – The One Minute Manager by Kenneth H. Blanchard
Mindset Monday Book Reviews: “How to Work with Angels in Your Life: The Reality of Angelic Ministry Today” by Kevin Basconi
Kevin Basconi's How to Work with Angels in Your Life taps into a spiritual discourse that explores the tangible and practical dimensions of angelic ministry. Positioned within the contemporary Christian genre of spiritual empowerment, the book seeks to equip readers with a deeper understanding of angelic presence and its implications for daily life. At its core, Basconi’s … Continue reading Mindset Monday Book Reviews: “How to Work with Angels in Your Life: The Reality of Angelic Ministry Today” by Kevin Basconi
Mindset Monday Book Reviews: Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People
Stephen R. Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is more than a self-help book; it is a philosophical blueprint for personal and professional transformation. Published in 1989, Covey’s work emerged at a time when corporate culture and individual achievement were largely defined by quick-fix solutions and superficial measures of success. Covey, however, offers an antidote … Continue reading Mindset Monday Book Reviews: Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective People
Empowering Educators: The Integration of Economics into Teacher Training for Global Impact
Abstract This paper explores the importance of integrating economics education into teacher training programs. Economics, as a fundamental social science, plays a crucial role in shaping students' understanding of societal mechanisms, decision-making processes, and global interconnectedness. Educators equipped with economic literacy can effectively impart critical thinking skills, financial literacy, and socio-economic awareness to students, preparing … Continue reading Empowering Educators: The Integration of Economics into Teacher Training for Global Impact
Teacher Toolbox: Why I Completed a Course on Fundraising.
Center of Excellence - Online Courses in Professional Development Understanding how to properly do fundraising can be beneficial for public school teachers for several reasons: Supplemental Resources: Public schools often have limited budgets, and teachers may need additional resources to enhance their classroom activities. Fundraising can help bridge the gap by providing funds for supplies, … Continue reading Teacher Toolbox: Why I Completed a Course on Fundraising.
A Little Rebranding, Reflection, and Growth (T.O.M.A.)
The revenue insecurity of being a teacher in Quebec has me reflecting upon why I love to teach... Is it related exclusively to an age group? Is it a specific subject? Is it even the desire to share knowledge? NOPE! To all of these! It's always been about seeing the world through the eyes of … Continue reading A Little Rebranding, Reflection, and Growth (T.O.M.A.)
Why complete a course in Teaching Techniques – Developing Curriculum?
Teacher training offers lots of great knowledge, but it doesn't always clearly explain the why's for the curricula we follow. Of course studying educational psychology, theory, and philosophy will give to a massive foundation, but what the heck am I supposed to build on it? When you start teaching in a classroom, with or without … Continue reading Why complete a course in Teaching Techniques – Developing Curriculum?
The New Renaissance Mindset 