Bookmarks (2020 Revised ed)

Bookmarks (2020 Revised ed)
Author: Ellie Keen
Publisher: Council of Europe
Total Pages: 216
Release: 2020-05-14
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9287190259

This revised edition of Bookmarks reflects the end of the coordination of the youth campaign by the Council Europe. The campaign may be officially over, but the education and awareness-raising to counter hate speech and promote human rights values remain an urgent task for young people of all ages. The work of the Council of Europe for democracy is strongly based on education: education in schools, and education as a lifelong learning process of practising democracy, such as in non-formal learning activities. Human rights education and education for democratic citizenship form an integral part of what we have to secure to make democracy sustainable. Hate speech is one of the most worrying forms of racism and discrimination prevailing across Europe and amplified by the Internet and social media. Hate speech online is the visible tip of the iceberg of intolerance and ethnocentrism. Young people are directly concerned as agents and victims of online abuse of human rights; Europe needs young people to care and look after human rights, the life insurance for democracy. Bookmarks was originally published to support the No Hate Speech Movement youth campaign of the Council of Europe for human rights online. Bookmarks is useful for educators wanting to address hate speech online from a human rights perspective, both inside and outside the formal education system. The manual is designed for working with learners aged 13 to 18 but the activities can be adapted to other age ranges.

Exploring Windows 10 May 2020 Edition

Exploring Windows 10 May 2020 Edition
Author: Kevin Wilson
Publisher: Elluminet Press
Total Pages: 522
Release: 2020-06-30
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1913151263

Updated to cover the May 2020 Update, also known as Version 2004 and 20H1. Exploring Windows 10 is the essential guide for those who want to get to grips with the fundamentals of Microsoft Windows 10. Written in a clear and practical way using illustrations, screenshots, video demos, and easy to follow instructions, Exploring Windows 10 will help you: Install or upgrade to Windows 10 May 2020 update Master the key features of Windows 10 Find your way around the Desktop, Start Menu, and the Taskbar Organise your files with File Explorer Learn about external drives, flash drives, and memory cards Learn to use Action Centre, Timeline, and Cloud Clipboard Search the web with the Microsoft Edge Browser Keep in touch using email and skype video chat Organise, enhance, and share your photos with the Photos App Create home movies with your video clips, photos 3D models, effects, and music to share with friends Have fun with 3D models and Paint 3D Listen to your favourite music with Spotify and Groove Music App Learn how to watch your favourite TV programs and films using the Films & TV App Play your DVD collection on your PC Learn about apps, find and download them Understand how Cloud storage with OneDrive works, and use it for free storage and sharing files Try out the new Cortana experience, the voice-activated Personal Digital Assistant who can perform searches on your computer or the web, and actions like opening apps or documents, or setting reminders. As well as a new chat style feature. Use the Cloud Restore feature And a whole lot more... In addition, you will learn how to make the most of the new features of Windows 10 with clear explanations and video demos to help you along the way. Finally, maintenance tips to help you keep your PC running smoothly complete this invaluable guide. You'll want to keep this edition handy as you make your way around the new OS.

Exploring Windows 11 - 2023 Edition

Exploring Windows 11 - 2023 Edition
Author: Kevin Wilson
Publisher: Elluminet Press
Total Pages: 499
Release: 2023-05-17
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1913151808

Make the most of your computer with this illustrated, easy to follow guide to Microsoft Windows 11. Updated for 2023, Exploring Windows 11 is the essential guide for those who want to get to grips with the fundamentals of Microsoft Windows 11. Written in a clear and practical way with 500 pages of full color illustrations, screenshots, and easy to follow instructions along with video demos to help you understand. Exploring Windows 11 will help you: Install or upgrade to Windows 11 Check out new features Master the key features of Windows 11 Customise Windows 11 and change settings Find your way around the Desktop, new Start Menu, and Taskbar Learn basic navigation with the touchpad, mouse, and keyboard shortcuts Learn touch gestures for touchscreen devices, as well as using a pen Organise your files with Windows 11's new File Explorer Learn about external drives, flash drives, and memory cards in Windows 11 Learn to use Windows 11 features such as new Action Centre, notifications, Cloud Clipboard, widgets, virtual desktops, multiple screens, docking, and the new windows snap feature Search the web with the Microsoft Edge Browser and Google Chrome in Windows 11 Keep in touch using Windows 11's email and new video chat Get started using Microsoft Teams to keep in touch, video chat, collaborate with colleagues and share files. Organise, enhance, and share your photos with the Windows 11's new Photos App Try ClipChamp and the legacy photos app video editor to create videos with titles, effects and music Listen to your favourite music with Spotify on Windows 11 Learn how to watch your favourite TV programs and films using the Films & TV App Play your DVD collection on your Windows 11 PC Find and download apps with the new Microsoft Store Use the maps app, read the news, get weather reports, set world clocks, timers, and reminders. Understand how Cloud storage with OneDrive works, and use it for free storage and sharing files Use the Cloud Restore feature to re-install Windows 11 Use Windows Recovery Environment Keep your device secure with Windows Security, Firewall, and anti-virus utilities. Finally, maintenance tips to help you keep your Windows 11 device running smoothly complete this invaluable guide. So order yourself a copy today, and keep it handy as you make your way around the new OS.

Overcoming Dyslexia (2020 Edition)

Overcoming Dyslexia (2020 Edition)
Author: Sally Shaywitz, M.D.
Publisher: Vintage
Total Pages: 610
Release: 2005-01-04
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0679781595

COMPLETELY REVISED AND UPDATED From one of the world's preeminent experts on reading and dyslexia, the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and practical book available on identifying, understanding, and overcoming reading problems--now revised to reflect the latest research and evidence-based approaches. Dyslexia is the most common learning disorder on the planet, affecting about one in five individuals, regardless of age or gender. Now a world-renowned expert gives us a substantially updated and augmented edition of her classic work: drawing on an additional fifteen years of cutting-edge research, offering new information on all aspects of dyslexia and reading problems, and providing the tools that parents, teachers, and all dyslexic individuals need. This new edition also offers: • New material on the challenges faced by dyslexic individuals across all ages • Rich information on ongoing advances in digital technology that have dramatically increased dyslexics' ability to help themselves • New chapters on diagnosing dyslexia, choosing schools and colleges for dyslexic students, the co-implications of anxiety, ADHD, and dyslexia, and dyslexia in post-menopausal women • Extensively updated information on helping both dyslexic children and adults become better readers, with a detailed home program to enhance reading • Evidence-based universal screening for dyslexia as early as kindergarten and first grade – why and how • New information on how to identify dyslexia in all age ranges • Exercises to help children strengthen the brain areas that control reading • Ways to raise a child's self-esteem and reveal her strengths • Stories of successful men, women, and young adults who are dyslexic

Change Starts With Me

Change Starts With Me
Author: Madeleine Rogin
Publisher: Solution Tree Press
Total Pages: 156
Release: 2022-04-12
Genre: Education
ISBN: 195281278X

You can make a difference in how young students see and understand race and racism. Grounded in real-world examples, this accessible, insightful guide tackles topics like White silence, the scientific origin of skin color, and societal fears of being perceived as a racist. Readers will find solutions to overcome barriers like inherent biases and wary parents while helping students understand emotional and complex issues. Elementary classroom teachers will: Help young children develop a foundational understanding about race and racism rooted in anti-bias practices Vicariously experience a classroom’s transformation from silent to celebratory Learn and teach the scientific origins of skin color and how differences should be acknowledged and celebrated Build skills in maintaining transparency and clear communication with hesitant parents Gain confidence to break the silence surrounding these complex and profound topics Contents: Preface Introduction Part 1: Reasons Some Choose Silence and Reasons for Breaking It Chapter 1: Racial Stress Chapter 2: Diverse Environments Chapter 3: Not Knowing What to Say About Race Chapter 4: The Desire for a Post-Racial World Part 2: Effective and Appropriate Ways to Talk About Race and Racism in Your Classroom Chapter 5: The Importance of Speaking Up Chapter 6: Peaceful Changemakers Chapter 7: A Deeper Conversation About Race Chapter 8: Parents and Caregivers as Partners in the Conversation Chapter 9: Common Roadblocks and a Path Through Them Glossary Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions Appendix B: Steps to Take Before Introducing Dr. King Appendix C: Picture Books That Address Skin Color, Race, Hair, and Other Identities Appendix D: Books for Adults on Race and Racism References and Resources Index

Erich Auerbach and the Secular World

Erich Auerbach and the Secular World
Author: Jon Nixon
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 176
Release: 2022-05-18
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1000579530

Auerbach was one of the foremost literary critics of the 20th century whose work has relevance within the fields of literary criticism, historiography and postcolonial theory. The opening chapter of this book explains how he understood the task of interpretation and his role as an interpreter. The following chapter outlines the important phases in his life with reference to the writers and thinkers who influenced him in his thinking and practice. The central chapters of the book focus on specific themes in his work: the historical grounding of the ‘figural’ imagination; the relation between the secular and the sacred; the emergence of tragic realism; and the notion of ‘inner history’ as a defining feature of early 20th-cenntury modernism. The final two chapters focus on broader issues relating to the development of Auerbach’s understanding of the development of an educated readership within Europe and of his concerns regarding the emergence of what he terms ‘a world literature’.

Barefoot in Siargao

Barefoot in Siargao
Author: Christina Camingue Buo
Publisher: Partridge Publishing Singapore
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2018-06-15
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1543742785

Barefoot in Siargao is a collection of stories that the author drew on her memories of idyllic childhood summers and nature adventures in Siargao, the mystical island home of her grandparents. She writes about family life, traditional beliefs, local culture, and folklore—ayok (witches), ghosts, and balls of fire. The book was born out of her love of art, nature, literature, and culture. The book aims to open wonders in nature and deepen the human bond with the natural world. The writer urges readers to be sensitive to culture and environment and protect all creation. Readers learn about the natural heritage of Siargao Island, which is of important conservation value to the Philippines because of its coral habitats, seagrass, mangroves, and wildlife. The book is a loving tribute to Siargao, the touchstone of her family, and a celebration of the strong heritage of faith and love that her parents and grandparents left the family.

Autodesk Maya 2020: A Comprehensive Guide, 12th Edition

Autodesk Maya 2020: A Comprehensive Guide, 12th Edition
Author: Prof. Sham Tickoo
Publisher: CADCIM Technologies
Total Pages: 835
Release: 2020-04-08
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 164057090X

Autodesk Maya 2020 is a powerful, integrated 3D modeling, animation, visual effects, and rendering software developed by Autodesk Inc. This integrated node based 3D software finds its application in the development of films, games, and design projects. The intuitive user interface and workflow tools of Maya 2020 have made the job of design visualization specialists a lot easier. Autodesk Maya 2020: A Comprehensive Guide covers all features of Autodesk Maya 2020 software in a simple, lucid, and comprehensive manner. It will unleash your creativity, thus helping you create realistic 3D models, animation, and visual effects. In this edition, new tools and enhancements in modeling, animation, rigging as well as performance improvements in bifrost are covered. Additionally, the newly introduced Mash module, which is used for creating motion graphics, is also covered in the book. Salient Features: Consists of 17 chapters that are organized in a pedagogical sequence covering a wide range of topics such as Maya interface, Polygon modeling, NURBS modeling, texturing, lighting, cameras, animation, Paint Effects, Rendering, nHair, Fur, Fluids, Particles, nParticles and Bullet Physics in Autodesk Maya 2020. The first page of every chapter summarizes the topics that are covered in it. Consists of hundreds of illustrations and a comprehensive coverage of Autodesk Maya 2020 concepts & commands. Real-world 3D models and examples focusing on industry experience. Step-by-step instructions that guide the user through the learning process. Additional information is provided throughout the book in the form of tips and notes. Self-Evaluation test, Review Questions, and Exercises are given at the end of each chapter so that the users can assess their knowledge. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Exploring Maya Interface Chapter 2: Polygon Modeling Chapter 3: NURBS Curves and Surfaces Chapter 4: NURBS Modeling Chapter 5: UV Mapping Chapter 6: Shading and Texturing Chapter 7: Lighting Chapter 8: Animation Chapter 9: Rigging, Constraints, and Deformers Chapter 10: Paint Effects Chapter 11: Rendering Chapter 12: Particle System Chapter 13: Introduction to nParticles Chapter 14: Fluids Chapter 15: nHair Chapter 16: Bifrost Chapter 17: Bullet Physics and Motion Graphics Index

Sneaky Uses for Everyday Things, Revised Edition

Sneaky Uses for Everyday Things, Revised Edition
Author: Cy Tymony
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Total Pages: 208
Release: 2020-03-03
Genre: Science
ISBN: 1524861863

“A science activity book “offering readers a chance to become real-life MacGyvers... [with] sections on gimmicks, gadgets and survival techniques. . . .” (Publishers Weekly) Do you know how to make something that can tell whether the $20 bill in your wallet is a fake? Or how to generate battery power with simple household items? Or how to create your own home security system? Science-savvy author Cy Tymony does. And now you can learn how to create these things and more than forty other handy gadgets and gizmos in Sneaky Uses for Everyday Things. More than a simple do-it-yourself guide, this quirky collection is a valuable resource for transforming ordinary objects into the extraordinary. With over 80 solutions and bonus applications at your disposal, you will be ready for almost any situation. Included are survival, security, self-defense, and silly applications that are just plain fun. You'll be seen as a superhero as you amaze your friends by: * Transforming a simple FM radio into a device that enables you to eavesdrop on tower-to-air conversations. * Creating your own personalized electronic greeting cards. * Making a compact fire extinguisher from items typically found in a kitchen pantry. * Thwarting intruders with a single rubber band. By using run-of-the-mill household items and the easy-to-follow instructions and diagrams within, you'll be able to complete most projects in just a few minutes. Whether you use Sneaky Uses for Everyday Things as a practical tool to build useful devices, a fun little fantasy escape, or as a trivia guide to impress friends and family, this book is sure to be a reference favorite for years to come.

Manual for facilitators

Manual for facilitators
Author: László Milutinovits
Publisher: Council of Europe
Total Pages: 146
Release: 2022-03-23
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9287192170

The Council of Europe youth sector aims at enabling young people across Europe to actively uphold, defend, promote and benefit from the Council of Europe’s core values of human rights, democracy and the rule of law, notably by strengthening young people’s access to rights, deepening youth knowledge and broadening youth participation. The activities of the European Youth Centres of Budapest and Strasbourg play a central role in the education and training of young ‘multipliers’ of Council of Europe values. The core of these activities is the programme of study sessions, week-long intercultural non-formal learning activities that are held in cooperation with European youth organisations and networks. These activities bring to the Youth for Democracy programme of the Council of Europe the unique experiences, expectations and concerns of young people regarding contemporary issues and challenges that affect their access to rights and of participating in all spheres of society. The study sessions of the European Youth Centres have been trendsetters in European youth work and remain a benchmark for intercultural youth activities. This manual is published to support the quality of study sessions and other educational activities in the Youth for Democracy programme. Preparing facilitators and developing their competences is one of the essential prerequisites for enabling exchanges of views and dialogical learning, preparing the participants to act as multipliers in their day-to-day lives, and ultimately contributing to the values and priorities of the Council of Europe and its youth sector. This Manual for Facilitators provides essential information, insights and practical tips in the planning and delivering of non-formal education intercultural activities while taking into account essential approaches of intercultural learning, human rights education and youth participation. This manual is a contribution to the quality of intercultural non-formal education activities of youth organisations and at making those activities a truly learning experience for young people in the Council of Europe.