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This essential reference bridges the gap between structural theory and real-world application. Whether you're a student, intern, or licensed engineer, Structural Engineering Calculations equips you with the tools to analyze, design, and verify structures using code-compliant methods and practical workflows. Covering a wide range of materials—including steel, concrete, wood, and masonry—this book provides step-by-step calculation procedures, visual aids, design tables, and real-world case studies. From gravity and lateral loads to seismic checks, buckling, and vibration analysis, each ...

Imagine a school where students, parents, teachers, and leaders joyfully take responsibility for their own choices, behavior, and learning because they have mastered connection. Through the lens of applied neuroscience, Loving Our Students on Purpose will empower you with the tools to shift from the weariness of reactive behavior management to purposeful behavior education, which will result in teachers enjoying teaching and students enjoying learning.

Master the Art of Building a Happy Classroom What if the real secret to better learning, better behaviour, and better academic performance is not more pressure—but more happiness in the classroom? Today’s students are overwhelmed by stress, competition, and constant comparison. Teachers are exhausted from trying to balance discipline, syllabus, emotional needs, and rising expectations. In the middle of all this, one truth often gets lost: A happy classroom is the strongest foundation for meaningful learning. Master the Art of Building a Happy Classroom is a practical, inspiring, and ...

Every parent wants the best for their child. That’s why they send them to college! But most parents struggle to pay for school and end up turning to student loans. That’s why the majority of graduates walk away with $35,000 in student loan debt and no clue what that debt will really cost them. Student loan debt doesn’t open doors for young adults - it closes them. They postpone getting married and starting a family. That debt even takes away their freedom to pursue their dreams. But there is a different way. Going to college without student loans is possible!

Dive into the dynamic world of construction project management with the 2024 Student Edition of "Construction Project Management 101: For Beginners & New Graduates." The essential guide to navigating the intricacies of this highly lucrative and fast-paced field is finally here! Unlock the secrets of success as a new construction project manager, gaining insights into the daily duties that shape the industry. Authored by vocational career expert and 26-year construction veteran P.D. Mason, in collaboration with the Construction Education Alliance, this edition is tailored to enhance the ...

A culture of evidence is a commitment among student affairs professionals to demonstrate with hard data that the programs they offer, the processes they implement, and the services they provide are effective and contribute significantly to an institution’s ability to achieve its goals and fulfill its mission. Building a Culture of Evidence in Student Affairs: A Guide for Leaders and Practitioners is an interactive tutorial that illustrates how to collect, analyze, and evaluate data; how to build, nurture, and use cultures of evidence; and how to demonstrate the value of student affairs by...

In this insightful and practical guide, Claire E. Hallinan, a veteran elementary classroom teacher and author of the memoir Gift of Gratitude, offers a transformative approach to building meaningful relationships with students through mindfulness. I Notice introduces six simple steps that help teachers understand unique relationship dynamics, enhance self-awareness, and develop strategies to connect deeply with their students, fostering a supportive and empathetic classroom environment. Hallinan provides practical techniques for teachers to turn their own frustrations into powerful learning...

SAT Words To Go on CD allows busy students to study anytime, anywhere! Guaranteed to make learning SAT vocabulary words quick, easy, and fun, SAT Words To Go is conveniently designed to allow you to master words found on the New SAT while you're on the run. Strengthen your vocabulary by...

You’ve been lied to: there’s no such thing as good debt. Debt sucks. Period. And that includes student loan debt. No matter what you believed - or were told - when you took out your loans, you need to get serious about getting rid of your debt fast, because it’s costing you more than you know. That’s why best-selling author Anthony ONeal wrote this motivating audiobook - to show you why you need to dump your debt fast and how to do it.

Many professional students feel guilty about living on student loans while simultaneously worrying that they may never be able to pay them off. This audiobook will lift the burden of guilt while providing insight into the financial consequences of the major decisions you will face during school and residency training. Assuming no prior knowledge of personal finance and investing, the audiobook is filled with straight talk and clear explanations. Let Dr. Dahle be the financial mentor you didn’t even know you needed.

Reading and Comprehension Techniques: Simplified for Every Student is a practical guide designed to help students read better, understand faster, and score higher. Written in simple, easy-to-grasp language, this book teaches children how to make sense of what they read—whether it is a lesson, story, paragraph, news article, or exam passage. Many students struggle not because they are weak, but because they lack the right method. This book solves that problem by offering clear, step-by-step techniques such as identifying main ideas, building vocabulary, reading with focus, making ...

"Building Small Language Models from Scratch" is a comprehensive, hands-on guide designed for students, developers, and aspiring AI engineers who want to move beyond using pre-built models and learn to create their own. This book demystifies the complex world of language models by breaking it down into understandable, practical steps. Using the popular PyTorch framework, you will journey from the basic building blocks of neural networks to constructing and training a complete, functional Small Language Model (SLM). Key Features of the Book: 1. From-Scratch Approach: Learn by building every ...

Financial freedom is everybody’s end goal. But unfortunately, not everyone gets to achieve it because of the wrong information, wrong habits, or both. Whether you’re born into poverty or with a silver spoon, financial independence is within your reach if you practice the right money habits.

Millennial Millions: How To Build Real Wealth When Everyone Says You Can’t Student loans. Soaring rent. A cost of living that never slows down. For most millennials, the financial game feels rigged. But here’s the secret nobody’s telling you: you’re not behind—you’re perfectly placed to win. While your peers stress about debt and rising prices, you can quietly build wealth using the same timeless strategies Warren Buffett used—simplified and modernised for today’s world. This isn’t another boring finance book. It’s a practical, beginner-friendly roadmap designed for your...

Ever since he was a kid, Tim Gaspar had an entrepreneurial spirit. From childhood lemonade stands to renting out bouncy castles in high school, Gaspar graduated to running a manufacturing company that reused recycled soda bottles—until a lawsuit from a major beverage company brought everything crashing down. In 2008, at just 20 years old, Gaspar was bankrupt. Rather than succumbing to despair, he decided to start an insurance company without any prior experience or connections. Through hard work and determination, Gaspar was able to turn it into a major player in the insurance industry ...

Whether you’re just starting out or leveling up, this book unlocks your inner instructor and helps you deliver memorable, effective, and fun improv classes. Discover the essential tools and insider tips that will take your improv teaching from unsure to unforgettable!

Building Meaningful Readers: Exploring the Constructivist Approach to Teaching Reading is a comprehensive guide for educators, literacy coaches, and education students who want to transform how reading is taught in today’s classrooms. Instead of relying on rigid drills and standardized exercises, this book introduces practical, research-informed strategies grounded in constructivist theory that place students at the center of learning. Drawing on the work of Piaget, Vygotsky, and Bruner, this book shows how teachers can foster reading environments that value prior knowledge, social ...

Community colleges educate nearly half of all undergraduates in the United States, yet they remain largely absent from the national conversation on leadership development. Employers consistently report that new hires lack the “soft skills” required to thrive—communication, teamwork, adaptability, and initiative. These are not luxuries; they are the leadership competencies that determine whether graduates advance in their careers. The Pragmatic Student Leader argues that community colleges are uniquely positioned to close this leadership gap. Drawing on original research, years of ...

Unlock Confidence, Resilience, and Real-World Success — A Practical Guide for Teens and Young Adults Navigating the world as a teen or young adult can feel overwhelming. From making new friends or managing anxiety in social situations, to figuring out how to speak up at work or stay on top of deadlines—life throws a lot at you. That’s why this guide was created. This is your personal toolkit for mastering the essential social and life skills needed to thrive—at school, at work, and in the real world. Inside, you’ll discover how to: ✔ Communicate clearly and confidently in any ...

Get your financial life sorted with this essential manual on improving your personal finances! Financial management is a life skill not often introduced to millions of young adults, and this deeply affects their future. In fact, more than half of adults are financially anxious, with most living paycheck to paycheck — not because they have zero money, but because they only have a single source of income, mainly their salaries.