In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, a small group of dedicated dreamers opened the Southern Food & Beverage Museum (SoFAB) to tell the stories of the foods and drinks that have come to define the U.S. South. From its beginnings, SoFAB has focused on discovering, understanding, and celebrating food, drink, and related culture and folklife in America. As the museum grew, its staff and supporters learned to answer the question, "What is southern food?" in new ways that reflected the region's dynamism, its ingenuity in the face of hardship, and the contributions of generations of immigrant communities. The Southern Food & Beverage Museum Cookbook shares recipes particular to each southern state, all created by chefs who feel the connection of home.
The ups and downs of silk, cotton, and stocks syncopated with serialized novels in the late-nineteenth-century Arabic press: Time itself was changing. Novels of debt, dissimulation, and risk begin to appear in Arabic at a moment when France and Britain were unseating the Ottoman legacy in Beirut, Cairo, and beyond. Amid booms and crashes, serialized Arabic fiction and finance at once tell the other's story. While scholars of Arabic often write of a Nahdah, a sense of renaissance, Fictitious Capital argues instead that we read the trope of Nahdah as Walter Benjamin might have, as "one of the monuments of the bourgeoisie that [are] already in ruins." Financial speculation engendered an anxious mixture of hope and fear formally expressed in the mingling of financial news and serialized novels in such Arabic journals as Al-Jinan, Al-Muqtataf, and Al-Hilal. Holt recasts the historiography of the Nahdah, showing its sense of rise and renaissance to be a utopian, imperially mediated narrative of capital that encrypted its inevitable counterpart, capital flight.
The ups and downs of silk, cotton, and stocks syncopated with serialized novels in the late-nineteenth-century Arabic press: Time itself was changing. Novels of debt, dissimulation, and risk begin to appear in Arabic at a moment when France and Britain were unseating the Ottoman legacy in Beirut, Cairo, and beyond. Amid booms and crashes, serialized Arabic fiction and finance at once tell the other's story. While scholars of Arabic often write of a Nahdah, a sense of renaissance, Fictitious Capital argues instead that we read the trope of Nahdah as Walter Benjamin might have, as "one of the monuments of the bourgeoisie that [are] already in ruins." Financial speculation engendered an anxious mixture of hope and fear formally expressed in the mingling of financial news and serialized novels in such Arabic journals as Al-Jinan, Al-Muqtataf, and Al-Hilal. Holt recasts the historiography of the Nahdah, showing its sense of rise and renaissance to be a utopian, imperially mediated narrative of capital that encrypted its inevitable counterpart, capital flight.
"This book provides all the information and strategies students need to pass the exam and to gain professional insights into the history and the future of health education…In addition, anyone interested in being a health educator can benefit from the last chapter, which describes career opportunities in the field. For students of health education and related majors, the CHES exam is a credential that sets them apart when looking for a job. This is an exceptional certification guide for anyone who is planning to take the exam." Score: 98, 5 Stars, Doody’s Medical Reviews This exam review is a trusted resource for anyone preparing for the Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES®) exam offered by the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc. (NCHEC). With completely updated chapters to reflect the Eight Areas of Responsibility and Competencies this new edition provides the blueprint and structure of the revised CHES® exam implemented in 2022. Written by experienced health educators credentialed by the NCHEC, and featuring 325 questions, answers, and rationales in an easily digestible format, this guide offers essential test-taking prep, including a full practice exam, and key strategies for passing the exam. For further professional insight, this review also contains a chapter on continuing professional development, including the requirements and sources for continuing education to maintain CHES® certification and information about the advanced credential NCHEC offers, the Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES®). This 2nd edition continues to be a leading resource for anyone preparing for the CHES® exam. Key Features: 325 practice questions with answers and detailed rationales Completely updated and reorganized content reflecting the Eight Areas of Responsibility and associated Competencies Relevant content and background information written by MCHES® certified authors, including a Test Day Q&A Sample exam with the expected mix of questions from each of the Eight Areas of Responsibility and an answer section with explanations of the correct answer Advice on career development and continuing education as a Certified Health Education Specialist Information about the advanced credential offered by the NCHEC, the Master Certified Health Education Specialist (MCHES®) ExamPrepConnect Features: All the high-quality content from the book Personalized study plan based on initial certification date Ability to study by topic area to identify strengths and weaknesses Timed practice test that simulates the test-taking environment Discussion board to connect with the CHES® exam-prep community
2019 Best Book Awards, Winner in Religion: Christianity 2018 Catholic Press Association, 3rd Place in Scripture: Popular Studies 2018 Independent Press Award, Distinguished Favorite: Religion Non-Fiction In Jesus Approaches, Elizabeth Kelly shares vivid stories of New Testament women whose encounters with Jesus freed them to flourish in life. The stories are supplemented with moving accounts from her own life, and from the lives of women like you, to demonstrate that sometimes the best way to find healing, strength, and wholeness in Christ is, ironically, to lead with vulnerability and openness. Ultimately, Jesus Approaches teaches that finding the fullness of life for which you were created begins with bringing your brokenness to the Lord.
In an effort to help develop federal guidelines for personal protective equipment used by emergency responders, this report summarizes data on injuries among emergency responders available from incidents of structural collapse (including the World Trade Center in 2001 and Oklahoma City's Murrah Building in 1995), reviews the possible health effects of substances likely to be found in pulverized building materials, and describes the possible health effects of several combustion by-products.
Summer reading for children is a long standing and cherished tradition in public libraries across America, but today’s kids need to master new skills and competencies. Today’s summer programming needs to move beyond reading to engage children with hands-on activities, thus keeping their brains active even when school’s out. Here, a team of librarians and educators from the Chicago Public Library (CPL) and Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry present a guide based on their award-winning, STEAM-inspired approach. They outline practical steps for libraries and cultural institutions to partner in creating a sustainable summer learning program that’s both fun and educational. This bookexplains what STEAM is and why it’s important for libraries;provides evidence-based research on summer slide, the achievement gap, and 21st century learning skills;walks readers through building a cultural partnership, collaborating efficiently, and sustaining the relationship into the future;offers tips for managing institutional change;provides guidance for developing a new vision for summer at the library, with pointers on adding learning tracks to existing programs and addressing design challenges;details how CPL evaluates and assesses their program; andincludes templates for a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), mission statement, logic model, and sample Summer Learning Challenge evaluations.Loaded with innovative program ideas, this resource will ensure that learning continues even while school is out.
Laying the groundwork for building children's curiosity, openness to learning, ability to persist in the face of failure, and interest in connecting learning from one subject to the other are important objectives for today's libraries. Partnering with cultural institutions, such as the Chicago Public Library (CPL) does with Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry (MSI), libraries can forge powerful connections between literacy and science. This resource shares the fruits of that partnership, offering ready-to-go, library-tested activities that meld cutting-edge STEAM education principles with some of the best books available for youth today. It's a model that can be used in a variety of library or museum settings and can also be adapted for outreach. Inside, readers will find:46 book-based, customizable STEAM activities, each complete with program length, materials list, and step-by-step instructions;real-life tips, advice, and thoughts from practicing CPL librarians sprinkled throughout the book;pointers on incorporating STEAM into existing programs;pedagogical strategies behind effective STEAM experiences, ensuring successful implementation of these skills; andhelpful supporting materials such as a program planning rubric and a vendor list.The activities in this book will make STEAM learning fun while planting the seeds for lifelong learning.
Using a new theory of evaluation research, which is based on social science and economic theory, Hawthorne describes three evaluation methods: benefit-cost analysis, multiattribute utility technology, and impact evaluation. She illustrates the usefulness of each method by using each to evaluate a forty-hour, week-long training program conducted in a high-technology Fortune 500 company. The author shows how her technique for measuring increases in productivity in terms of monetary benefits can be used. She provides specific guidelines to be used by trainers and management in planning and implementing program evaluations. Through her practical application of these methods the author shows how to use evaluation methods to improve training and enhance its impact. Business Library NewsletterThis rigorously researched volume explores evaluation methods that can be used to improve employee training for increased benefits to the employer. Hawthorne establishes a historical context for the development of corporate-sponsored employee training programs and evaluation efforts. She then presents a new theory of evaluation research which is grounded in social science and economic theory, and which offers practitioners of employee training a functional vantage point from which to view program evaluation. She provides specific guidelines which will assist educators in preparing evaluation plans, implementing evaluations, and using evaluation techniques to improve the training and to enhance its impact. The author describes three traditional evaluation techniques--benefit--cost analysis, decision analysis, and impact analysis--and reports on the three methods as applied in a management education program offered by a Fortune 500 company for its supervisory and managerial personnel. Hawthorne's technique for measuring increases in productivity in terms of monetary benefits is employed to factor difficult-to measure benefits into a multiple criteria framework of analysis.
Greta has decided to move west. She thinks it's a good idea. After all, had Seth been alive they would have gone anyways. It was always their plan. He left with Mr. Cooper to Texas where they would set down roots for their families. Trouble arose and both men are killed. Greta and her seven daughters handle the forty acres with ease. But Greta realizes the men in town are no match for her girls. Especially the first four, Emma, Ruth, Claire, Anne. She knows men in the west, living off the land would be best for her girls and the only way they can meet them is for Greta to get them there once and for all. The book opens with the decision made and set. Greta must now convince her daughters and friends that this is best. With much opposition facing her and true feelings coming out, can she handle it?
The year was 1835 when Greta Yancey decided to leave Earleysburg, Pennsylvania, leaving her home, friends and taking her seven daughters West to find good rugged men. They traveled through unknown territories, across the vast prairie and in book four the adventure continues... At Ash Hollow Greta quietly left the group unaware. After great discussion the group expects Greta will be at Fort William. When the group arrives at Fort William they discover Greta has not shown up yet. Her daughters are determined they must find her somewhere in the wilderness, but where do they start? They know nothing of that kind of wilderness. And should anyone set out to find Greta where do they look? There are hostile Indians. They question in their minds if she is still alive? Was she captured? The answers will be told in the pages of this book ...Or Not
Savannah Watkins awakens to a horrific dream of losing her family in a tragic car accident, which causes her to vacillate between two lives...before and after the car accident. As she struggles between realities, Jesus Christ suddenly appears to offer her unorthodox guidance. He accompanies her to the grocery store and for walks on the beach while answering some of life's toughest questions. His answers challenge her traditional beliefs and repeatedly emphasize there is no death.Dreams of Heaven takes you on a fantastical journey with Jesus, who leads the way through an alternate interpretation of his ancient teachings and applies them to one of our worst nightmares...losing the ones we love.
"Compelling adventure." -- Dr. Margaret Flowers, Co-director of Popular Resistance and Co-chair of the Green Party A captivating brew of shamanism, conspiracy theories and contemporary fantasy. Witness the epic struggle of individuals devastated by human greed, corruption and apathy. Meet Zachary, a young man whose family's organic farm is destroyed by fracking; Haruto, a Miko living in Fukushima, Japan, where the nuclear meltdown is raging out of control; Amazonian tribe members, Pahtia and his daughter Conchita, who are fighting against intruders illegally tearing down their rainforest; and the Bear Claw First Nation Tribe that is dealing with an unstoppable oil spill on their traditional hunting grounds. By stepping into a different dimension, they come face-to-face with Bechard, the fallen angel who is the Master of the Elements and the mastermind behind it all. Using supernatural powers, they seize the world's attention, urging leaders to make the necessary changes to save the planet...or suffer the consequences. When the events escalate and governments retaliate, the characters find themselves questioning their motives, struggling for survival and listening to their hearts. "Quick paced with a powerful message." - Greg Kincaid, New York Times Bestselling Author
THE EARTH SENTINELS are drawn into a sinister plot, which begins with strange plane trails that precede a cataclysmic viral outbreak that kills the majority of mankind. Gone are the scientists, leaders, military commanders, teachers, engineers, parents and children -- the only ones left standing are those useful to the secret agenda.While the world waits for the United Nations to restore order, the Earth Sentinels unexpectedly undergo DNA mutations that unlock their superpowers. Those impacted are Zachary, a young American struggling to adapt to the Amazon Jungle while living with his indigenous wife, Conchita, and daughter, Eva; Haruto, a Miko healer in Japan, who is building a life with Billy White Smoke; and Tom and Cecile, rebellious indigenous Canadians who reside on a reservation in a secluded forest. While their transformative changes unfold, Bechard, a fallen angel, regroups them so they can try to save mankind.During their perilous mission, the Earth Sentinels uncover ancient secrets about modern man's origins, genetic engineering, aliens, the Illuminati, and the lies that have been woven throughout religion and history.
Negative Thoughts occur impulsively in every single one of us. They just pop up in our heads as part of our internal dialogue or mind chatter. How you deal with your Negative Impulsive Thoughts (NITs) will have huge effects on your physical health, success in life and emotional happiness - so your health, wealth and happiness are at stake Everyone has experienced thoughts of self-doubt, self-criticism and lack of self-confidence. These NITs can also keep you awake at night, create unnecessary guilt, regret or just make you feel bad in general. Other people also generate negative thoughts and comments that can dramatically impact your emotional state. Therefore, controlling NITs in yourself and from others is critical to create your future happiness and maximize your full potential. This revolutionary new philosophy will transform every area of your life - personal, family, children, relationships, work, business and sport. You will be empowered and uplifted and be in the driver's seat on your journey to your ultimate successful life. Everyone around you will benefit as you will be an inspiration and they will learn from you these simple yet powerful techniques. The principles of positive thinking have been well recognised for many years. However, this is the first time that negative thoughts have been simply defined and encapsulated. Mastering Negative Impulsive Thoughts also provides a unique three-question process to recognise negative thoughts, plus an easy to follow three-step strategy for replacing NITS with positive alternatives. Just like the head lice ("nits") that their name evokes, NITs need to be repeatedly treated and controlled. This book contains effective tools and techniques to filter out negative thoughts, stop them in their tracks, change them into positive alternatives and prevent the spread of NITs to other people. This book lifts the veil of ignorance about negative thoughts, and once aware of them, you will be amazed at their plague-like nature. The techniques are excellent for personal development and inner contentment. It is also highly effective in managing children through their difficult times, as the challenging situations are addressed positively while maintaining a "class act". Intimate relationships will blossom as each person gives and receives freely and with abundance, resulting in the ultimate relationship. In business, these NIT-free techniques provide solutions for interpersonal conflict and workplace crises, resulting in dramatic improvement in workplace atmosphere and productivity overall. This concept was born out of our many years of our professional experience as a medical doctor and health consultant. It became clear to us that negative thoughts are like an unrecognised epidemic that is entrenched in most people's thinking and they are often unaware of it. Unfortunately, this often has crippling results in their physical, psychological and financial achievements in their lives. Research shows that up to 70% of visits to your family doctor arise out of negative thoughts and attitudes. Plus, studies prove that you will live nine years longer if you have a positive outlook on life. It has also been shown that this optimistic approach to life results in less heart attacks, strokes, cancers and common colds Therefore, this is not a nebulous and fluffy subject; it is critically important for the health and wellbeing of every single one of us. As you read this book, you will have many "Ah-hah " moments when you are hit with new realisations and moments of enlightenment. The implications are endless, the possibilities are incredible, and happily there are solutions to solve the NITs epidemic and achieve a happier and healthier world. It all starts with YOU. Prepare to be amazed - you have been warned
