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Two Jews, Three Opinions examines a unique educational movement that began in 1980 when eight school leaders met to create RAVSAK: the Jewish Community Day School Network, an association of schools distinguished by being inclusive of all Jews in their communities.
This singularly-purposed segment of the Jewish educational mosaic has not been studied before. As American Jews struggle with changing demographics and identities, it is instructive to...
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America has been steadily sliding in global education rankings for decades. In particular, our students are increasingly unable to compete globally in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) fields. One Nation Under Taught provides a blueprint for helping students fall in love with, succeed in, and further pursue studies in STEM subjects. The book challenges educators and policy-makers at all levels to work together to make our schools places...
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2020.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (6 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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In this program we'll learn how to stay safe before going to school, how to stay safe when traveling to school and how to stay safe throughout the school day. Every day, students will need to stay informed on how to keep safe from the virus. COVID-19 is caused by a germ that can make the body sick. The virus enters a body when it's on your hands, when you touch your mouth, nose, or eyes. The virus is so small you can't see it which is why it is so...
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Following three teenagers who chose to spend one school year living in Finland, South Korea, and Poland, a literary journalist recounts how attitudes, parenting, and rigorous teaching have revolutionized these countries' education results.
In a handful of nations, virtually all children are learning to make complex arguments and solve problems they've never seen before. They are learning to think, in other words, and to thrive in the modern economy....
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2020.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (8 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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Life as we know it is changing and disrupting every sector of our lives in the age of COVID-19. The ramifications of the Coronavirus Pandemic have rippled across every aspect of our professional and personal lives. With governments enforcing stringent guidelines to protect its citizens there is much that can be done by businesses when it comes to the safety and wellbeing of employees. Planning how to manage office utilization in a way that members...
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2023.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (4 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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Safety is no accident and affects everyone in every industry. The good news is that accidents are preventable with proper training and safety products. A company's primary objective is to ensure the safety and health of their employees. We’ll learn that most accidents are preventable along with the rules for lifting and climbing and how to prevent slips and falls.
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2023.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (5 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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Employees have the legal right to perform their job without being subjected to workplace harassment. Sexual harassment occurs whenever unwelcome conduct on the basis of gender affects a person's job. Harassment, whether deliberate or not, is an issue that must be addressed and handled immediately. It can take a serious toll on the victims as well as affect the accused, the coworkers, and the company itself. While we often link sexual harassment to...
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2023.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (4 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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Every workplace has hazards that could endanger workers. It is important to understand the unique risks in your company so you can develop an effective safety program that minimizes illness and injuries. Examined are safety precautions for a warehouse or industrial setting. Educate everyone in the workplace about safety requirements, materials, and procedures; and, of course, always keep the lines of communication open. We will learn safety precautions...
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American higher education faces some serious problems--but they are not the ones most people think. In this brief and accessible book, two leading experts show that many so-called crises--from the idea that typical students are drowning in debt to the belief that tuition increases are being driven by administrative bloat--are exaggerated or simply false. At the same time, many real problems--from the high dropout rate to inefficient faculty staffing--have...
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2020.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (31 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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After reviewing a few basic concepts (such as the difference between an emergency, a disaster, and a catastrophe), Professor Owen walks you through the fundamentals of a good preparedness plan. From identifying risks around you to building physical and digital "go kits," you are on your way.
Pub. Date
2020.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (32 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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A fire is one of the most common disasters you might encounter, and one for which you can readily prepare. Learn the basics of fire safety, from developing a home fire safety plan to specific things you can do to reduce your risk of fire in the home. This episode also shows you the fundamentals of how fires work, including flashovers and backdrafts.
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2020.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (34 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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Police and firefighters may be on the visible front lines of a disaster scene, but communities require numerous individuals and agencies in order to respond effectively and recover. From scientists researching risks to public works departments or public health officials coordinating recovery, uncover society's hidden responders.
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2020.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (31 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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Depending on where you live, earthquakes may pose a serious threat to your life or property, and what makes them so frightening is they can strike without warning. Learn how best to stay safe during and after an earthquake. Then consider two other geologic hazards: volcanoes and sinkholes.
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2020.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (31 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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Decision-making is a critical component of surviving a disaster. In an emergency situation, your mind won't operate like it does in day-to-day life, which is why preparation and planning are so critical. Here, learn to size up emergency situations, guard against "normalcy bias," and act appropriately under stressful circumstances.
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2020.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (31 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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We might associate the word "disaster" with accidents or environmental hazards, but it can also include human-created activity, particularly violence. Active shooter situations are all too common, so preparation is crucial. Here, you will learn about situational awareness and the "run, fight, hide" response.
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2020.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (33 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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In this first of three episodes on community infrastructure, review some of the public safety issues typical to many places, as well as how first responders operate within the community. Popular media often mischaracterize the roles of police, firefighters, and emergency medical services, so take a real-world look at what these organizations do in urgent situations.
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2020.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (37 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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When disasters strike, urgency pervades as individuals, emergency personnel, and local governments work to respond. But what happens after the crisis has passed? In this final episode, consider the short- and long-term effects a disaster may have for individuals and communities.
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2020.
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1 online resource (streaming video file) (447 minutes): digital, .flv file, sound
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When Everything Fails: Surviving Any Disaster offers a practical guide for protecting yourself, your family, and your community. Taught by Professor Stephen Owen of Radford University, these 14 fast-paced episodes will arm you with information for planning ahead so you can prepare for the effects of a disaster or catastrophe.





