theory of knowledge

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The hot hand

the mystery and science of streaks
"For fans of Charles Duhigg, Philip Tetlock and Nate Silver, a brilliant and buoyant investigation into the existence (or not) of streaks, from a rising star at the Wall Street Journal"--Provided by the publisher.

Inquire within

implementing inquiry-based science standards
A guide to using inquiry-based instruction as a central strategy for teaching science which offers suggestions on developing teaching competencies and strategies.
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Recognizing bias

"A book for young readers about the concept of bias in writing and how to research around it"--Provided by publisher.
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Falling awake

how to practice mindfulness in everyday life
Answers questions about the mind/body revolution in medicine and health care. Explains how to incorporate them into our hectic, modern lives. By making mindfulness meditation practices part of everyday life, one can enjoy its tangible benefits on the way to a healthier, saner, and more meaningful life.
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The Facts on File guide to philosophy

An examination of epistemology, the philosophical study of knowledge.
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Inquire within

implementing inquiry-based science standards in grades 3-8
A guide to using inquiry-based instruction as a central strategy for teaching science which offers suggestions on developing teaching competencies and strategies.
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Multiple intelligences and positive life habits

174 activities for applying them in your classroom
2001
Presents activities for teaching positive life habits and building community in the classroom, featuring over a dozen activities for each of the eight multiple intelligences, including verbal/linguistic, mathematical/logical, visual/spatial, musical/rhythmical, bodily/kinesthetic, intrapersonal, interpersonal, and naturalist.

Tell me so I can hear you

a developmental approach to feedback for educators
2016
"[Demonstrates] how education leaders can learn to deliver feedback in a way that strengthens relationships as well as performance and builds the capacity for growth. Drawing on constructive-developmental theory, the authors describe four stages of adult growth and development and explain how to differentiate feedback for colleagues with different 'ways of knowing'"--Provided by publisher.

Epistemology

a beginner's guide
2015
An introduction to epistemology, the study of knowledge, examining the concepts of knowledge, belief, and truth as perceived by different philosophies.
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Ideas that matter

the concepts that shape the 21st century
2012
Alphabetically organized entries provide concise introductions to the ideas, theories, and philosophical movements that will play major roles in shaping the world of the twenty-first century.
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