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Classroom-tested strategies to help new and experienced math teachers thrive Math teachers must not only instruct their students in basic mathematical skills and concepts, they must also prepare them for standardized tests, provide instruction in the use of technology, and teach problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. At the same time, they must also manage their other responsibilities – taking attendance, planning, grading, record-keeping, disciplining, and communicating with parents and administrators. This book provides efficient and practical information on the management skills necessary to succeed in this most challenging profession. Offers realistic suggestions and strategies for planning and delivering effective math instruction Helps math teachers achieve excellence and continue to be enthusiastic and successful in their teaching careers Includes reproducible forms to help math teachers stay on top of everything they need to do The Math Teacher's Survival Guide contains a wealth of useful tools and strategies that can help any math teacher succeed in the classroom.

Don't just survive tax time – discover how your business can thrive through tax time! Operating a small business isn't easy. Each day business owners are challenged with everything from supervising staff and negotiating with suppliers to managing payroll and inventory – and, ultimately, turning a profit. Thankfully, ensuring that your business is tax-compliant is no longer the ordeal it used to be. Tax for Small Business: A Survival Guide is a must-have reference for Australian small businesses, with all the information you'll need to legally minimise your tax and maximise your business's profits. Topics covered include: the Simplified Tax System (STS) income tax superannuation capital gains tax fringe benefits tax GST, BAS and PAYG worker's insurance land tax.

The must-have guide for anyone considering entering the exciting world of trading from home The biggest stumbling block for people looking to launch their own trading businesses from home is a failure to understand the complexities of the «back office» operations needed to be successful. Survival Guide for Traders is here to help. Packed with strategies for building a successful home trading business, and featuring answers to questions most up-and-coming traders would never think to ask, Survival Guide for Traders is required reading for anyone who wants to start and sustain a trading business from home. Explains how to create a trading business plan, set up an office, implement a trading system, use margin, deal with legal and financial issues, and keep appropriate records Examines the opportunities and challenges of handling a home-based trading business Details the process of setting up and organizing your trading business Includes a comprehensive «Trading Business Plan Template» that you can customize Written by Bennett McDowell, a highly regarded trader and trainer of traders The book for anyone even thinking about entering the exciting world of trading, the Survival Guide for Traders offers practical solutions that anyone can use in order to build a lasting, thriving home trading business.

Thoroughly revised edition of the bestselling resource for new teachers–complete with discussion questions, downloadable handouts, and a staff development guide This award-winning book gives beginning educators everything they need to survive and thrive in the classroom. The third edition covers new material including working as a part of a professional learning community (PLC), teaching media literacy and social responsibility, incorporating Common Core State Standards, handling «homework push-back» from parents, changes in classroom technology, techniques for motivating students, seeking feedback, and much more. A fully revised edition of a trusted resource, offering solutions to challenges and typical scenarios encountered by new teachers Bonus CD features downloadable versions of the book's checklists, forms, worksheets, and self-assessments Includes Discussion Questions and a handy training guide for Professional Development providers This popular resource offers teachers an essential guide for knowing what to expect when they begin their career and ideas for solving classroom problems.

Proven leadership strategies that will impact your career and your company Having the right CFO is a critical component for every company's success. Guide to CFO Success provides CFOs and those in the making with a strategic blueprint to benefit their companies and their careers. This book reveals how to build a strong, successful career plan with guidance on team building and management of the multiple relationships that CFOs face on a daily basis, plus how to balance one's work and personal life. Offers strategic guidance for leadership growth for CFOs Presents essential information for every CFO who wants to play a tactical role in their organization Includes best practices for building and developing the most effective Finance Team Features practical career advice for future Chief Financial Officers From balancing one's work and personal life to dealing with the CEO, Guide to CFO Success has the answers you need to plan for a strong and successful career.

A practical and accessible guide for helping school psychologists meet their everyday challenges In this newest addition to the Jossey-Bass «Survival Guide» series, popular blogger Rebecca Branstetter offers help for school psychologists who must often travel to multiple school sites, deal with students with severe disabilities, meet with concerned parents, and manage school crises. The book is filled with practical advice, proven strategies, and useful tools, complete with reproducible forms, letters, and checklists for busy professionals. Filled with the tools, strategies, and ideas for school psychologists who must deal with the myriad challenges of working with a diverse group of students, often in multiple locations Another book in the popular Jossey-Bass «Survival Guide» Series Rebecca Branstetter is an experienced school psychologist and popular blogger («Notes from the School Psychologist»: studentsgrow.blogspot.com) This vital resource offers a down-to-earth guide for both novice and seasoned school psychologists.

The financial services industry is constantly changing and you need to respond Change is a constant in the financial services industry (FSI). The question is, «What should you do to survive?» Whether you work in or sell to the industry, you'll benefit from the in-depth insight, professional knowledge, and practical tools found in J.K. Lasser Pro Survival Skills in Financial Services. Advanced Praise for J.K. Lasser Pro Survival Skills in Financial Services «The challenges of surviving and succeeding in the financial services industry have never been greater. . . . J.K. Lasser Pro Survival Skills in Financial Services provides a practical guide to dealing with the tough realities of change. The result is an enjoyable, down-to-earth, and interactive resource that provides the knowledge, skills, and human understanding to deal with the forces of change.» -Keith T. Darcy, Executive Vice President, IBJ Whitehall Bank & Trust Company «This book will help my staff work through the most difficult transition in the financial services industry. . . . Julian speaks in a nontechnical, light-handed style to every member of my staff. . . . He draws on his relationships with some of our industry's most important leaders to reinforce his logical and practical views on how to get through the day, the year, and the decades ahead. His book is crisp, easy reading from cover to cover. But his section titled 'Survival Skills Greatest Hits' must be committed to memory. It will be the core of my survival strategy for the rest of my career. I can't wait to put this book in the hands of my whole staff.» -John Adams Vaccaro, CFP, CLU, President, Westport Resources Investment Services, Inc. Don't get left behind in the whirlwind of change impacting the financial services industry. Pick up J.K. Lasser Pro Survival Skills in Financial Services and take control of your professional life within this dynamic and challenging business environment.

Unique insights into the nature of fraud and how to expose it It's not enough to wait for a tip to expose corporate fraud. Fraud 101, Second Edition provides step-by-step guidance on how to perform detection procedures for every major type of fraud. Its new and detailed case studies reveal how easy it can be for a perpetrator to commit a fraud and how difficult it can be to prosecute. This new edition also offers expanded coverage of financial statement fraud, fraud-specific internal control, and Sarbanes-Oxley.

Praise for Social Media for Educators «At last, a book that provides a straightforward discussion of the pedagogical reasons to use social media, and how to effectively use the tools to enhance learning experiences. A practical must-have!»—Rita-Marie Conrad, instructional strategist and technologist, Duke University School of Nursing; coauthor, Engaging the Online Learner and The Online Teaching Survival Guide «This insightful and in-depth exploration effectively makes a case for embracing the best characteristics of social media to foster deeper learning experiences, promote collaboration, and provide timely feedback. This book is a can't-miss for educators.»—Amy M. Collier, associate director for technology and teaching, Center for Teaching and Learning, Stanford University «Thought about using social media in your online courses but don't know where to begin? Joosten's comprehensive hands-on book describes step-by-step how social media can add richness to your course content and have a positive impact on student outcomes.» —Rosemary Lehman and Simone Concei??o, eInterface; coauthors, Creating a Sense of Presence in Online Teaching and Managing Online Instructor Workload «Many faculty are hesitant to incorporate social media into their teaching for fear that it will be a distraction or too time consuming. Tanya Joosten has done a remarkable job outlining the benefits—and considerations—of doing so. Faculty who read this book will be able to make informed, educated decisions about the best approach to take.» —John Dolan, director, digital media and pedagogy, College of the Liberal Arts, Penn State University Social Media for Educators This is a down-to-earth resource filled with strategies for designing learning activities that work toward specific outcomes. It illustrates the ways in which social media will improve learning and contains case studies that clearly demonstrate social media's ability to: Increase communication and interactivity in a course Facilitate engaging learning activities Enhance students' satisfaction, learning, and performance

This distinctive and timely text examines the most prevalent substance and process addictions and focuses on current research and evidence-based treatment strategies. Major substance addictions discussed include alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, methamphetamines, and prescription drugs. Complete chapters are also devoted to the most frequently cited process addictions, making this text unique. Behavioral addictions covered in this text include pathological gambling, sex disorders, disordered eating, work, exercise, shopping, and Internet/gaming. Each chapter contains a listing of student learning outcomes, a case study with reflective questions, techniques for assessment and diagnosis, inpatient and outpatient treatment approaches, and resources for further study. With its emphasis on treatment strategies, this text can be used by practitioners as well as by professors in the classroom in introductory courses in addictions or in subsequent courses that focus on treatment strategies. *Requests for digital versions from the ACA can be found on wiley.com. *To request print copies, please visit the ACA website.