Science Students

Neuroscientists and cognitive scientists have made enormous strides in understanding the brain and how we learn, but little of that insight has filtered down to the way teachers teach. Uncommon Sense Teaching applies this research to the classroom for teachers, parents, and anyone interested in improving education.

With schools becoming more competitive and technology becoming increasingly distracting, today's students face a minefield of obstacles to academic success. Doing well in school isn't just a matter of smarts or more studying: It takes good habits, practical tools - and a healthy brain. Change Your Brain, Change Your Grades draws on Dr. Amen's experience as a neuroscientist and psychiatrist as well as the latest brain science to help you study more effectively, learn faster, and stay focused so you can achieve your academic goals.

This comprehensive resource gives you the basic foundational knowledge of Clinical Laboratory Science. It is a must-have if you are studying for the ASCP MLS, MLT, and CLS exams. Medical science is evolving fast, and so are the exam questions. In this book, we cover the newest and most recent changes that are relevant to the certification exams.

This useful guide educates students in the preparation of literature reviews for term projects, theses, and dissertations. The authors provide numerous examples from published reviews that illustrate the guidelines discussed throughout the book. Written by Professor Emeritus Jose L. Galvan, PhD (California State University) and Assistant Professor Melisa C. Galvan, PhD (California State University), who are accomplished educators as well as authors. It's no surprise that Writing Literature Reviews is a widely beloved and utilized resource for students and educators.

In this inspirational guide, FranklinCovey Education’s global thought leaders Dr. David K. Hatch and Muriel Summers reveal seven leadership skill sets that enable teachers to profoundly impact students’ positive well-being and academic success. Drawing upon extensive research and their decades of experience in helping to transform more than 8,000 schools across the globe, the authors provide practical best practices for connecting with students and empowering them to achieve their full potential.

This unique self-help guide equips undergraduates, postgraduate students, and early career researchers within the sciences with transferable communication skills that they can adapt and refer back to as they progress through their careers. This book facilitates clear and concise communication in both academic scenarios and the workplace. It covers settings ranging from job interviews, through conference presentations, to explaining your research to the general public.

The world of computer science has yet to unlock its full potential. Sure, the industry has moved forward recently, but until every group fairly represents it, it will always leave opportunity on the table. Not so long ago, equality seemed like a pipe dream. But times are changing. Especially with important books like this. Introducing Freedom Code Writers, the perfect book for any aspiring computer scientist who wants to unlock opportunities to thrive in the world of code.

Personal Fulfillment can be easy. Whether you're a student, parent, or teacher, Mike's approach to easier learning and personal fulfillment is easy once you uncover your own unique intelligence. Discover a Whole New Level of "Smart." Illustrating these points, through his own narrative, Mike Pfaff shares anecdotes from his experiences as a science teacher, athlete, actor, and a life-changing event. Inspirational and entertaining Pfaff will tease out of his listeners the secret to finding their own student within. Find your personal purpose in life.

Medical Investigation 301 introduces adult listeners to an enlightened view of the educational methodology in medical sciences. The book hits with spartan terseness. Expect surprises. The enormous quantity of information students in health care must master commonly leaves them familiar with the details of all the trees, but less comfortable with the forest. They may grope, bereft of cunning or shrewdness, in the bizarre situations actual patients present. Perspicacity speaks to this desire for savvy.