The book is divided into three parts. The first deals with words, one of the smallest components of writing. The second deals with sentences, a larger component. The third deals with the largest components: paragraphs and the whole composition. An appendix contains check lists which you should consult before turning compositions in. Each of the parts is subdivided into units.
Most recent developments in educational theory and recommendations for best practice are based on what is often referred to as a constructivist view of learning: the idea that learners construct meanings by processing information, sorting it and looking for connections. Many teachers would like to incorporate ideas associated with this approach into their lessons, ideas such as brain-compatible learning, accelerated learning, and formative assessment, but where to start?
Based on worldwide literature on the topic and over fifteen years of research by the author, it includes chapters on self, peer, collaborative, and group assessment and feedback, as well as a look at key issues such as reliability, viability, and maintenance of quality. Problems associated with student involvement are also explored and practical solutions that can be implemented are discussed.
Rainwater Harvesting for Drylands and Beyond (Vol. 2): Water-Harvesting Earthworks
Turn water scarcity into water abundance!Earthworks are one of the easiest, least expensive, and most effective ways of passively harvesting and conserving multiple sources of water in the soil. Associated vegetation then pumps the harvested water back out in the form of beauty, food, shelter, wildlife habitat, and passive heating and cooling strategies, while controlling erosion, increasing soil fertility, reducing downstream flooding, and improving water and air quality.Building on the information presented in Volume 1, this book shows you how to select, place, size, construct, and plant your chosen
How to boost your English level and prepare to Matura.
So you have Matura soon and you want to be prepared well for the English part? Here are some tips how to do it. In fact, these hints are useful not only for Matura, as the mechanism of action is the same for any kind of language improving. For now, let's stick to Matura.
