The book offers a comprehensive collection of lesson plans aimed at promoting philosophical inquiry among young learners, spanning from preschool to high school. It features a variety of engaging activities that encourage students to explore and discuss philosophical questions and problems, making it a valuable resource for educators seeking to stimulate critical thinking and dialogue in the classroom.
With a number of Rabbi Joseph Soloveitchik’s in-depth studies dealing with Passover, the Counting of the Omer, and Shavuot, this collection is a valuable introduction to the thought of one of the 20th century’s leading Orthodox Judaic philosophers.
This textbook aligns with the Advanced Placement® macroeconomics curriculum and is recognized by the College Board. The second edition features up-to-date examples and data from the Federal Reserve Economic Data, ensuring a politically balanced perspective. It emphasizes both theoretical frameworks and practical applications of economic concepts, making it a comprehensive resource for students preparing for AP® exams.
Focusing on a balanced approach to economic theory and application, this second edition of Principles of Macroeconomics 2e incorporates current examples presented in a politically neutral manner. It has been extensively revised for improved clarity and updated with relevant data and recent events, reflecting feedback from users. The book is designed to align with the structure of most introductory economics courses and features grayscale text and images.
An introduction to the major works, themes, and ideas of the poet John Ashbery.
Over several years, David Shapiro taught a creative writing/critical thinking course in one prison yard in Arizona, where more than half the students are serving life sentences for murder. Though most of them never completed high school, their responses to some unusual writing assignments show an unpolished brilliance that ranges from transcendent enlightenment to raw pain and suffering.
The narrative explores the life of King Gesar, a legendary figure symbolizing the compassionate activity of buddhas during Tibet's historical despair. Originating from the ninth century, this retelling by David Shapiro captures Gesar's tumultuous youth and transformation into a heroic leader. The story is rich with Tibetan culture, folk wisdom, and Buddhist teachings, presented through a blend of proverbs, prose, and verse. It serves as both a coming-of-age tale and an epic that offers profound insights and inspiration for personal growth.
How the Citizens and the Public Interest Are Being Shortchanged
Exploring the intersection of law and corporate malfeasance, the book examines how legal frameworks can obscure accountability for corporate executives and facilitate global fraud. It highlights the detrimental effects on small-to-medium-sized enterprises due to concentrated capital interests. The narrative culminates in a real-world case study of VICENTIN SAIC's bankruptcy in Argentina, set against the backdrop of a major grain port complex, illustrating the book's central themes of corporate governance and systemic abuse.
Clinical Studies in Subjective Experience
Focusing on the individual's experience of ownership and responsibility, this book offers a clinical perspective relevant to psychoanalysts, psychotherapists, and those interested in philosophy and psychology. It delves into how people perceive their actions, words, and beliefs, as well as the ways they may avoid confronting these responsibilities. Through this exploration, the author provides valuable insights into both theoretical and therapeutic practices.
Covering a comprehensive range of introductory economics topics, this second edition emphasizes clarity and relevance with updated data and current examples presented in a politically neutral manner. The revisions reflect feedback from reviewers, enhancing the understanding of economic concepts and their applications. The book features grayscale text and images, making it a focused resource for students seeking a balanced approach to economics.