Many students who are intellectually capable of succeeding have difficulties with a variety of non-cognitive competencies such as time & stress management establishing positive relationships & making wise decisions They often adopt dysfunctional coping styles that can cripple their academic efforts Increasingly one of the missing factors in student success seems to be emotional intelligence Written specifically for students by recognized authorities in emotional intelligence this book will help them understand & develop their emotional intelligence in order to enjoy a richer learning experience & superior academic achievement The Student EQ Edge provides a thorough grounding in what emotional intelligence is why it is different from one s intelligence"ient & how emotional intelligence skills can make a student a star performer Grounded in the classic work of Dr Reuven Bar-On the book discusses each realm of emotional intelligence The Intrapersonal Realm self-awareness assertiveness & independence; The Interpersonal Realm empathy & social responsibility; The Adaptability Realm problem solving flexibility & decision making; The Stress Management Realm stress tolerance & impulse control; & The General Mood Realm happiness & optimism The book helps students move from understanding of the concepts to action through reflection & discussion questions A perfect companion is The Student EQ Edge Student Workbook ...

Bridge the gap between leadership development & career preparation! This guidebook gives leadership educators the tools they need to help students develop the competencies necessary for their chosen careers & required by their academic programs 176 pages Seemiller Corey ...

THE STUDENT LEADERSHIP PRACTICES INVENTORY (Student LPI) is the only leadership tool designed specifically for students & young people Developed by Jim Kouzes & Barry Posner the second edition of this celebrated instrument package approaches leadership as a measurable learnable & teachable set of behaviors This 360 Degrees leadership assessment tool helps students & young people measure their leadership competencies while guiding them through the process of applying Kouzes & Posner s acclaimed Five Practices of Exemplary Student Leadership (R) model to real-life challenges ...

Revised edition of the author's The student's guide to social neuroscience 2012 422 pages 5 Tables color Ward Jamie (University of Sussex UK) ...

Reflecting recent changes in the way cognition & the brain are studied this thoroughly updated third edition of the best-selling textbook provides a comprehensive & student-friendly guide to cognitive neuroscience Jamie Ward provides an easy-to-follow introduction to neural structure & function as well as all the key methods & procedures of cognitive neuroscience with a view to helping students understand how they can be used to shed light on the neural basis of cognition The book presents an up-to-date overview of the latest theories & findings in all the key topics in cognitive neuroscience including vision memory speech & language hearing numeracy executive function social & emotional behaviour & developmental neuroscience as well as a new chapter on attention Throughout case studies newspaper reports & everyday examples are used to help students understand the more challenging ideas that underpin the subject In addition each chapter
Includes: Summaries of key terms & points Example essay questions Recommended further reading Feature boxes exploring interesting & popular questions & their implications for the subject Written in an engaging style by a leading researcher in the field & presented in full-color including numerous illustrative materials this book will be invaluable as a core text for undergraduate modules in cognitive neuroscience It can also be used as a key text on courses in cognition cognitive neuropsychology biopsychology or brain & behavior Those embarking on research will find it an invaluable starting point & reference The Student's Guide to Cognitive Neuroscience 3rd Edition is supported by a companion website featuring helpful resources for both students & instructors
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This bestselling textbook provides an engaging & user-friendly introduction to the study of language Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject Yule presents information in bite-sized sections clearly explaining the major concepts in linguistics through all the key elements of language This sixth edition has been revised & updated throughout with substantial changes made to the chapters on phonetics grammar & syntax & eighty new study questions To increase student engagement & to foster problem-solving & critical thinking skills the book also

Includes:: twenty new tasks An expanded & revised online study guide provides students with further resources including answers & tutorials for all tasks while encouraging lively & proactive learning This is the most fundamental & easy-to-use introduction to the study of language

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This is the ultimate guide to study skills written by international best-selling author Stella Cottrell Her tried & tested approach based on over twenty years' experience of working with students has helped over a million students to achieve their potential When it comes to studying there is no one-size fits all approach This accessible guide shows students how to tailor their learning to their individual needs in order to boost their grades build their confidence & increase their employability Fully revised for the fourth edition it contains everything students need to succeed This is an invaluable resource for undergraduate students of all disciplines & is also ideal for postgraduates mature students & international students It prepares students for what to expect before during & after their studies at university ...

Continuing the saga of the New York Times Bestselling Graphic Novel! Following the shocking revelations of The Stuff of Legend Volume 2 The Jungle Jester embarks on a solo quest that will take him to the farthest corners of the Dark High seas adventure awaits in The Stuff of Legend A Jester''s Tale 1! ...

Continuing the saga of the New York Times Bestselling Graphic Novel! Following the tragic ending & shocking revelations of Stuff of Legend Volume 3 The Jester's Tale Maxwell the Bear has taken it upon himself to find a weapon capable of defeating the Boogeyman forever Meanwhile the Boogeyman continues to manipulate all of the players in his grand scheme as he attempts to construct an army filled with soldiers who may well be indestructible Could the boy's loyal warriors be waging a war they can never truly win? Revelations concerning allies new & old will be unearthed in Stuff of Legend Volume 4 The Toy Collector ...

Kyle has always been afraid of things especially dying But when he gets on the train that is taking him & his class on a school trip he has no idea how close to Death he is going to come Death enters the train & Kyle moves with him past his friends who are frozen in time in life-or-death situations Kyle finds that he can pick up on their deepest darkest fears
- real things that have happened to them or may happen in the future & sometimes their surreal nightmares too Kyle realises that he isn't the only one who has buried fears & more importantly he now burns with the desire to live & to live without fear But will Death release him?
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