Make the most of today’s technology to give your students a more interactive, authentic, global learning experience! Connecting Your Students with the Virtual World shows you how to plan themed projects for every season, embark on virtual field trips, and get students in touch with other classrooms worldwide. This updated edition includes a key new chapter on taking video conferencing to the next level for optimal student engagement and collaboration, as well as new chapters on co...

Learn effective ways to teach STEAM with this helpful book from educational technology experts Billy Krakower and Meredith Martin. Whether you have a dedicated STEAM class, or plan to integrate it into a regular classroom, you’ll find out how to create a structured learning environment while still leaving room for inquiry and innovation. You’ll also gain a variety of hands-on activities and rubrics you can use immediately.Topics include:the differences among...

One of the best-selling resume books of all time and a trusted resource for job-seekers for nearly three decades, this edition of The Damn Good Resume Guide has been completely revised and updated for today’s marketplace.One of the best-selling resume books of all time and a trusted resource for job-seekers for nearly three decades, this edition of The Damn Good Resume Guide has been completely revised and updated for today’s marketplace.

In today's fast-paced world, it's tough to find the time to read. But with Joosr guides, you can get the key insights from bestselling non-fiction titles in less than 20 minutes. Whether you want to gain knowledge on the go or find the books you'll love, Joosr's brief and accessible eBook summaries fit into your life. Find out more at joosr.com.When businesses develop new products or working practices, they face huge risks. They must invest time, money, and personnel in something t...

I'm sure you've had similar experiences. A group of people, often not marketers, analytics experts, website designers or usability experts are pulled from around the business and tasked with coming up with the companies website concept. The end result will inevitably be an online brochure that makes sense to the internal stakeholders and no sense to the end user. Where perspective can add value to this process in the conception of a business website is from someone or a team not from the i...

Rejuvenate your job life with a perfectly crafted resume!You've spent a lifetime gaining work experience; now it's time to take those skills and knowledge and embark on a new career. Gain an edge over the other job applicants with Resumes for the 50+ Job Hunter, a resource packed with expert advice on crafting a concise, stylish resume that will instantly get you noticed.With this go-to guide you'll:Gain access to nearly 100 sample re...

Web 2.0, the second generation of the World Wide Web, allows us to connect, create, collaborate, and share information. When we bring Web 2.0 tools into the classroom, we transform learning. By applying these tools thoughtfully, we see a shift in student engagement, creativity, and higher order learning skills. In this companion book, the authors of the best-selling Web 2.0: New Tools, New Schools introduce you to more Web 2.0 tools and expertly lead you through classroom and professional ...

11 year Sourcing Recruiter shares proven resume writing techniques and strategies to stand out over your competition and to get noticed! Job searching has become more frustrating than ever before with online job searching and computers screening out resumes. Learn 7 strategies to get your resume noticed online and find out what recruiters and hiring managers are looking for when sourcing for candidates. Cori shares inside recruiting techniques with job seekers to stand out from their compe...

Engaged Journalism explores the changing relationship between news producers and audiences and the methods journalists can use to secure the attention of news consumers. Based on Jake Batsell's extensive experience and interaction with more than twenty innovative newsrooms, this book shows that, even as news organizations are losing their agenda-setting power, journalists can still thrive by connecting with audiences through online technology and personal interaction.Batse...

McClure's Private School Application Workbook is an indispensable book for families applying to private elementary, middle and high schools. This book transforms the mind-boggling application maze into a coherent process. Includes:a comprehensive timeline and list of required tasks;detailed instructions for getting organized;often overlooked resources for finding and researching private schools;the crucial steps to take before applying t...

A collection of reflections about information and digital literacy practice in schools, libraries, support agencies, and informal learning settings.

Your cover letter is what decides if a company looks at your resume, contacts you for an interview, or gets you placed in the rejection pile. Knowing that, it is important to create a well-written, eye-catching letter that sells your achievements and job qualifications.