When it comes to tracking student progress, not all evidence is created equal. Using the IMPACT framework—illumination, multiple sources and opportunities, pedagogies that are learner-centered, assessment practices, collective actions, and transparency—K–12 leaders and teachers can forge a defensible body of evidence for learning that is central to competency-based learning systems. With tools and strategies, this book is an essential guide for deeper student-centered learning.

Foreword by Chris SturgisShifting to a competency-based curriculum allows educators to revolutionize education by replacing traditional, ineffective systems with a personalized, learner-centered approach. Throughout the resource, the authors explore how the components of PLCs promote the principles of competency-based education and share real-world examples from practitioners who have made the transition to learner-centered teaching. Each chapter ends with reflection quest...

When implemented effectively, competency-based education (CBE) promotes high levels of learning for every student. Further, the practices and structures of a professional learning community (PLC) support this work. Explore a variety of perspectives and examples from educators who have shifted to CBE with great results. The book details how to do the work by reevaluating and revamping traditional policies, structures, and procedures, including assessment and instruction practices.In...

A landmark photography collection featuring work exclusively by Indigenous Americans, shedding new light on the understanding of Indigenous America. * Nautilus Book Award Winner *The history of photography–and the Americas–is incomplete without the critical work and perspectives of Indigenous American photographers. Since the 1800s, cameras have been in the hands of Indigenous people and they have incorporated photography ...

Relive the excitement of the Oklahoma City Thunder's 2025 Championship season. From the preseason to the NBA playoffs, all 105 games are touched on by Oklahoma native Brian Benanzer. Remember what it was like to experience such an impressive team and a great year of Thunder basketball, from Gil Goose's MVP season to all of the records that were broken. The memorable year culminated with an epic 7-game Finals series against the Indiana Pacers. The Oklahoma City Thunder finally reached the m...

*Modern Man in Search of a Soul* by Carl Jung is a well-known book in psychology that introduces readers to his key ideas.Jung explores many topics, including dream analysis, the purpose of psychotherapy, and his theory of personality types. He also discusses different stages of life, compares his ideas with Freud’s, and reflects on psychology’s connection to literature. Towards the end, Jung addresses the spiritual struggles of modern life after World War I, comparing it to ancien...

Are you accomplishing all you need to on a daily basis?Could you be more productive, get more done and be more successful?Life is busy. We are more engaged nowadays than we ever were before, with competing demands for our time all eating into our days. Whether it is with career or family life, or a combination of the two, there's no doubt that we could all do with some improvement to help get more done.In this bundle, you will learn why some a...

In the daily whirl of work, family obligations, social interactions, and all the other activities that make up our busy lives, it’s easy to lose track of the basics, like household finances. Who wants to worry about the bills with so many other things to fret about? But effective handling of your household budget forms a foundation for your efforts elsewhere, and it’s especially crucial for busy parents. In this presentation, Laura Stack, the Productivity Pro®, teaches you the fundamentals...

When a recession hits, the traditional advice of working harder and keeping your head down is mathematically flawed. During widespread economic contractions, corporations do not fire based on work ethic; they liquidate based on redundancy and cost-centers. Relying on deep specialization in a single, booming industry is the fastest route to sudden unemployment when the market cycle inevitably reverses. The hidden mechanics of surviving a layoff wave rely on "counter-cyclical competence." Th...

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.Education has long been viewed as a gateway to opportunity. For generations, the formula seemed simple: earn a degree, enter the workforce, and build a successful career. But as the cost of higher education has risen dramatically and technology has transformed the way people learn, a new question has emerged.What are we really paying for—the knowledge itself, or the signal that proves we possess it?The Signal and...

Utah Mysteries Explained! Humor writers from all over Utah tell tales of what really happens in the Beehive State. Get ready to laugh out loud. Each story is crafted in a family-friendly way and told with a unique voice. Reading this collection is like falling into a family reunion you never knew existed.Find out about:What exactly are Funeral Potatoes?Brigham City Sunshine and MoonshineThe Reveren...

*The Story of Thomas Edison and the Wonders of Electricity* by Frank Mundell is a captivating biography and scientific exploration that delves into the life and achievements of Thomas Edison, one of history’s greatest inventors. Written with clarity and enthusiasm, Mundell’s work not only recounts Edison’s journey from humble beginnings to global fame but also explains the scientific principles behind his groundbreaking inventions. Through tales of persistence and ingenuity, readers gain i...