Calculus in Vector Spaces addresses linear algebra from the basics to the spectral theorem and examines a range of topics in multivariable calculus. This second edition introduces, among other topics, the derivative as a linear transformation, presents linear algebra in a concrete context based on complementary ideas in calculus, and explains differential forms on Euclidean space, allowing for Green's theorem, Gauss's theorem, and Stokes's theorem to be understood in a natural setting. Mat...

Expert guidance and cutting-edge tools for every researcher.Complex, time-consuming, and steeped in methodologies, conducting a literature review can often feel overwhelming. A go-to resource for researchers for nearly 20 years, The Literature Review simplifies the process with a structured six-step model to narrow your research topic, focus your literature search, negotiate the myriad of books, periodicals, and reports about your topic—and, of co...

Behaviour, and how to deal with it, is a concern for trainee, new and experienced teachers. Alphabetical entries cover things like ADHD, low level behaviour and mood hoovers, and contain case studies from Primary and Secondary schools. Strategies and advice on how to deal with common issues are presented in bite-size chunks, so this book allows teachers to find what they need quickly. Links throughout show readers who to follow on Twitter for further advice, support and collaboration.

Engage your school communities in collaboratively solving your biggest problemsSchools are complex places where problems come in all shapes and sizes, and where decisions impact students’ lives. Leading groups in solving these problems sometimes can be a daunting task. Collaborative Problem-Solving outlines a process to help veteran and new leaders alike to create thoughtful, organized, and collaborative solutions for the simple to the most diffic...

Be the leader you want to see in the world.Educators committed to social justice enter into the work in markedly different ways. Drawing from research with 50 educational leaders from across the United States, Growing for Justice explores how leaders committed to social justice support the growth of others while also developing their own capacities to engage, connect, and lead for change. This groundbreaking book, informed by adult develo...

"Marazza offers a prescription for how essential skills can empower school organizations that can ultimately lead to higher student achievement and stakeholder satisfaction."John Pieno, ChairmanFlorida Sterling Council"Marazza′s book displays both practicality and relevancy in school leadership, and examines leadership theories that triangulate his own methods of transforming today′s schools."Frank Rudnesky, PrincipalBellhaven Middle Sc...

Why reinvent the wheel? Use these ready-made tools to implement RTI!Has your Response to Intervention (RTI) initiative gotten off track? Or are you having difficulty getting started? Many educators understand the research and theory behind RTI, but they encounter roadblocks when it comes to setting up a functional RTI team and system. This all-inclusive guide outlines the steps necessary to establish a program that will empower learners and teachers alike....

From daunting to doable in six stepsThe process of literature search and composing a formal literature review can be intimidating. But masters and doctoral candidates in Education and related fields have found academic argumentation to be seamlessly intuitive with the six-step process pioneered by this book. This updated third edition features a wealth of all-new content including:A flowchart that graphically illustrates Machi and McEvoy’s pr...