In "Eyes Wide Open: Learning to Suffer," author and veteran Jason L. Sharp shares a heart-wrenching story of perseverance and triumph over unimaginable adversity.Growing up in extreme poverty in Chicago, Sharp faced seemingly insurmountable obstacles at every turn. He found hope in humanity itself which led him to join the Army. He developed an unshakable resilience, grit, and mental toughness that propelled him forward through some of life's toughest challenges.From battli...

Do you crave the power to unlock your full leadership potential? Do you want to master the art of persuasion to lead and inspire others?In the world of Persuasive Leadership, we dive deep into the wisdom of top business visionaries who've harnessed the magic of persuasion to elevate their collaborative prowess and achieve unparalleled success. This book isn't just for the corporate elite – it's a goldmine of actionable insights for anyone hungry to amplify their influence ...

Pivotal Leadership is a unique anthology that curates thought-transforming articles written by CEOs, entrepreneurs, and seasoned leaders themselves—no fuss and straight from the masters’ mouths! Discover their secrets on how to be effective leaders amid the toughest challenges wherein the toughest calls—the pivotal choices—have to be made, as well as gain refreshing insights on innovation and persuasion, all distilled from real-world experiences and business expertise and all pour...

The United States is, relatively speaking, a new country; the colonies from which it sprung were settled by Europeans in the seventeenth century, and it gained independence only in the late eighteenth century. Despite this relative youth, the country has been host to a rich tradition of folklore and tall tales. This begs the question: if the country's fate had turned out differently, what would have this storytelling tradition have looked like? What stories would be told in these other Ame...

'A revealing account of the tricky reality behind TV's glamorous image' Daily MailIn the summer of 1992, Jason Salkey was cast in a role that would change his life forever. Sharpe’s Rifles, a Napoleonic war drama, was to be shot in the Crimean Peninsula. Little did the producers know that they would be sending Jason and the crew to film in a rapidly disintegrating Soviet Union. There they faced near-starvation and danger round every corner as they set about creati...

The transition from student to classroom teacher presents many opportunities and challenges. Introduction to Education welcomes pre-service teachers to the field of education, providing an overview of the context, craft and practice of teaching in Australian schools. Each chapter poses a question about the nature of teaching and explores authentic classroom examples, contemporary research and literature, and the professional, policy and curriculum contexts of teaching. Thoroughly updated, ...

In "Eyes Wide Open: Learning to Suffer," author, veteran, and Chicago native Jason L. Sharp shares a heart-wrenching story of perseverance and triumph over unimaginable adversity.

Introduction to Education provides pre-service teachers with an overview of the context, craft and practice of teaching in Australian schools as they commence the journey from learner to classroom teacher. Each chapter poses questions about the nature of teaching students, and guides readers though the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers. Incorporating recent research and theoretical literature, Introduction to Education presents a critical consideration of the professional, pol...

L’antica dinastia degli Orgham desidera assumere il controllo di Gotham ed è riuscita a togliere di mezzo il Cavaliere Oscuro spingendolo sull’orlo della follia. La mente di Bruce Wayne, ormai, è quasi del tutto sgretolata e presto i suoi nemici lo condurranno sulla forca per una vera e propria impiccagione. Il tempo a disposizione per aiutare Batman è davvero poco e Catwoman dovrà giocare d’astuzia per salvarlo. Supportata da un gruppo di insoliti alleati, riuscirà a portare a termine la ...

Transformative Student Experiences in Higher Education: Meeting the Needs of the Twenty-First-Century Student and Modern Workplace presents a thorough consideration of the role, use, and implications of transformative and active instructional strategies in higher education. It examines the changing landscape of higher education and serves as a foundational lens and framework for thinking through higher education from both an experiential and transformative instructional context. As instruc...

A wonderful collection of trivia for seniors to help strengthen the mind while having fun!Do you love to learn new and interesting facts?Are you looking for a way to keep your mind sharp?If so, this is the perfect audiobook for you!It contains a treasure trove of fun and unique trivia that will challenge your brain while offering a wealth of factoids that will teach you something new. In this trivia audiobook, you will find questions and ans...

'A revealing account of the tricky reality behind TV's glamorous image' Daily MailIn the summer of 1992, Jason Salkey was cast in a role that would change his life forever. Sharpe’s Rifles, a Napoleonic war drama, was to be shot in the Crimean Peninsula. Little did the producers know that they would be sending Jason and the crew to film in a rapidly disintegrating Soviet Union. There they faced near-starvation and danger round every corner as they set about creati...