Summary: General chemistry-the starting point for understanding many different sciences-is a rigorous discipline. This program, filmed at Dartmouth College, will help students stay engaged with the coursework as it explains the necessity and the benefits of making a wholehearted commitment. The nine strategies presented by a mix of professors and students are: set goals, manage your time, keep up with...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2007
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Summary: Formed decades ago from a small pool of data sources, the Internet has grown into a seemingly endless ocean of information-in which today's young researcher can easily get lost. This video introduces strategic, study-related online search methods that teenage or college-level viewers may not be familiar with, especially if they're accustomed to the more recreational side of the Internet....
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2011
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Summary: Whether you're just entering the work force, a recent grad, or changing careers, this program will help you develop strategies to find and keep a job in a challenging economy. Packed with examples and practical advice, the video features interviews with people in many different jobs and professions, as well as valuable tips from career counselors. Through their real-world experience and...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2005
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Summary: Mainstreaming has become a widely used method for including special needs students in the educational process, but it sometimes leaves instructors feeling overwhelmed, under-qualified, and even resentful. Utilizing a sports metaphor including pre- and post-game analyses, this program takes viewers into elementary school classrooms to review strategies that empower teachers to more effectively...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2011
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Summary: Despite the complexity of 21st-century commerce, success in marketing is still founded on four basic concepts: product, price, promotion, and place. This program shows how businesses incorporate the four P's into effective marketing strategies. By exploring tactics used to sell a wide range of products and services, the film illustrates ways of putting marketing plans into action. Case studies...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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Summary: Response to intervention, an effective method for helping struggling learners achieve academic success, can be a powerful management approach to challenging behaviors. In this program educational consultant Jim Wright explains how RTI can be used in the classroom to address defiant, non-compliant, hyperactive, impulsive, and inattentive behaviors. He also explains how tier 1 techniques can be...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2011
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Summary: Disorientation in an elder-care patient poses a wide range of risks-from difficulties in socializing with other residents to the dangers confused seniors face if they venture outside a care facility unattended. This program depicts common characteristics of dementia and demonstrates intervention techniques for dealing with them in an effective, compassionate manner. Problems outlined in the...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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Levinson, Aliya
Summary: "Willpower, for most, is a refined skill set needed to succeed in life. How to Win with Willpower provides a roadmap to managing this inner strength. From your diet to life in general, you'll find ways to reach your goals faster by eliminating roadblocks like procrastination, temptations, and waning motivation--and embracing positivity. Your personalized program begins with understanding...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rockridge Press 2020
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 153.8 LEVSummary: The World Health Organization defines health promotion as the process of enabling people to increase control over their health and its determinants, and thereby improve their health. Referencing the WHO's Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion, this program takes a close look at lifestyle approaches, preventive medical approaches, and public health approaches to health promotion. The importance of...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2011
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Irwin, Barbara J.
Summary: Passing the NCLEX-RN exam is not just about what you know--it's about how you think. With expert critical thinking strategies and targeted practice, Kaplan's NCLEX-RN 2017 Strategies, Practice & Review shows you how to leverage your content knowledge to think like a nurse.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Kaplan Publishing 2017
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 378 NCLJones, Carly
Summary: "The author is autistic, and she is a leading name in the community with a significant media profile (she was the first British autistic woman to address the United Nations on autistic females' rights, and has received an MBE for her work in this area). Carly works directly with families and multidisciplinary teams to support autistic girls who are at risk of dropping out of education. The...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2022
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 362.1968 JONRich, Jason
Summary: Offers a comprehensive overview of the Fortnite: Battle Royale game, with a special focus on the game's team-oriented game play modes.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sky Pony Press 2018
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Summary: "What is the difference between having empathy and being an empath? "Having empathy means our heart goes out to another person in joy or pain," says Dr. Judith Orloff. "But for empaths it goes much further. We actually feel others' emotions, energy, and physical symptoms in our own bodies, without the usual defenses that most people have." The Empath's Survival Guide is an invaluable resource...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sounds True, Inc. 2017
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Summary: Since the 4th edition of this book was released in 2007, the federal government has again completely changed the process for applying for federal jobs. Federal insider Troutman has the scoop on how to make the most of the government's new hiring processes and procedures, including dozens of sample resumes.
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Publisher / Publication Date: JIST Works 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 650.14 TROSilvestri, Linda Anne
Summary: Take the anxiety out of taking any nursing test with Saunders 2016-2017 Strategies for Test Success: Passing Nursing School and the NCLEX Exam, 4th Edition. Written by the most trusted expert in NCLEX prep, Linda Silvestri, and updated to reflect the most current NCLEX test plans, this invaluable guide covers key topics like time management, critical thinking, and problem solving, with tips to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Elsevier Saunders 2016
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Contents: Beginning at the beginning : public charities on the economic landscape -- Setting the larger stage : a philosophy of philanthropy -- Philanthropy within financial structures : defining overall nonprofit revenue -- Emerging nonprofit revenue parameters : accommodating change in the interests of stability -- Institutions blaze new trails : innovations in philanthropic financial support...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Wiley 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 658.15 RAYBhargava, Deepak
Summary: "A clear, expert, and inspiring guide to social change, based on case studies of grassroots movements that won, from two leading community and labor experts"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: The New Press 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 303.48 BHALevrini, Abigail.
Summary: This book will help you overcome the challenges of adult ADHD and find fulfillment in taking the practical steps needed to achieve your goals. In easy-to-master lessons, ADHD specialists Abigail Levrini and Frances Prevatt offer realistic, proven, and unique daily strategies to help you succeed. This dynamic and interactive text will become an indispensable aid in helping you translate your...
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Publisher / Publication Date: American Psychological Association 2012
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Summary: "Perfectionists exist in every walk of life. While outwardly they appear to be very accomplished, they are often unhappy and unfulfilled. Perfectionists strive toward unattainable goals, and their behaviors can wreak havoc on both their physical health and their psychological well-being. Timely and transformative, Better than Perfect by Dr. Elizabeth Lombardo offers step-by-step instructions...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Seal Press 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 158 LOMSummary: This program shows some of the concrete strategies that American companies, communities, and political leaders are using to recapture America's competitive edge and improve efficiency and productivity: instituting new labor-management practices to improve human relations on the production line and the quality of the workplace and emphasizing zero-defect philosophy, technological innovation,...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2005
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Summary: Three essential steps in interview preparation are spotlighted in this video: knowing one's self, knowing the position, and knowing the company. The STAR, or Situation-Task-Action-Result, framework is featured.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2005
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Summary: America's freshwater fishing has changed in subtle yet significant ways. Catfish is one of our popular game fish to catch and this book shows you how.
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Publisher / Publication Date: North American Fishing CLub 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 799.1 CATRich, Jason
Summary: Enhance your communication, strategy development, teamwork in Fortnite Battle Royale Hacks: Advanced Strategies for Winning Duos Matches! This guide focuses exclusively on the wildly popular Duos game play mode, helping you to build your skills as a duo to achieve success. Using this guide, you’ll learn how to best share weapons, ammo, loot items, and resources, and discover ways to achieve...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sky Pony Press 2019