Most would agree that a learning community of practice cultivates social and intellectual development in educational settings but what are the other benefits and what does a learning community actually look like in practice? This book explores such questions as: Are learning communities essential in education? How are they designed and developed? What difference do they make in learning? The book contains contributions of educators who share their research and practice in designing and implementing learning communities in school, university, and professional network settings.
This booklet provides an overview of the concept of community enterprise. The terms 'community' and 'enterprise' are equally important in the development of a successful community enterprise. The Workbook covers both aspects, which makes it a little different from a traditional resource on business planning or business start-up.
This Sentence is False: An Introduction to Philosophical Paradoxes
An entertaining introduction to logic and reasoning, packed with puzzles and thought experiments for the reader to try. The paradoxes of this book are nearly all philosophical – often with continuing debate over resolution. Many are classical; most are well known to the philosophical community, though a small number feature the author’s own spin.
Zero to Maker: Learn (Just Enough) to Make (Just About) Anything
Are you possessed by the urge to invent, design, and make something that others enjoy, but don’t know how to plug into the Maker movement? In this book, you’ll follow author David Lang’s headfirst dive into the Maker world and how he grew to be a successful entrepreneur. You’ll discover how to navigate this new community, and find the best resources for learning the tools and skills you need to be a dynamic maker in your own right.
