Download or read book Balancing Acts written by Natasha Kumar Warikoo and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2011-02-09 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Balancing Acts is a must-read for social scientists, policy experts, and educators interested in addressing the achievement gap between minority and majority students. This unique comparative study of multi-racial schools in the US and the UK considers through a new lens the impact of peer status on educational achievement for whites, Indians, and blacks. Never has expertise on the second-generation, racial and ethnic boundaries, youth culture, cultural consumption, and education been so skillfully brought together. And best of all, this signal contribution offers practical and sensible policy recommendations for addressing some of the causes of low educational performance."—Michele Lamont, author of The Dignity of Working Men: Morality and the Boundaries of Race, Class, and Immigration "This important comparative study skillfully unpacks the concept of culture and demonstrates with considerable cogency the role played by youth culture in shaping immigrant children's uneven educational achievement. Balancing Acts rightly highlights children's agency in negotiating the pressures of different identities and offers several most valuable recommendations."—Bhikhu Parekh, House of Lords, author of Rethinking Multiculturalism "This important study breaks new empirical ground and brings much needed conceptual clarity to the sociological study of culture, identity, and the schooling of the children of immigrants in the two defining global cities of our era. It achieves a marvelous balance—between London and New York, between institutions, social structures, and human agency, and between various immigrant-origin groups on both sides of the Atlantic. It is a must read for anyone interested in learning what the best of sociological research has to offer to us to elucidate one of the most relevant issues of our times."—Marcelo M. Suárez-Orozco, Institute for Advanced Study, Princeton, NJ “If this book doesn’t convince us that adolescents’ taste in music and style of dress have more to do with their quest for peer status than their attitudes toward school and achievement, I’m not sure what will. The second-generation immigrant youth in Balancing Acts add to the chorus of compelling young voices forcing us to reconsider how we think about the impact of youth cultures on student achievement. Warikoo’s careful attention to the meanings young people attach to contemporary urban music and style should be required reading for anyone interested in the world of adolescents.”-Karolyn Tyson, Sociology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill "Warikoo does an excellent job describing peer culture and its complex role in the everyday lives of teenagers in London and New York City. This book is essential reading for educators, scholars, and, of course, students."—Margaret M. Chin, author of Sewing Women: Immigrants and the New York City Garment Industry "This provocative and timely book offers a refreshing perspective on the relationship of second-generation immigrants and youth culture. Warikoo makes a bold argument regarding peer culture, status and academic achievement that is sure to take current discourse into a whole new direction."—Gilberto Q. Conchas, author of The Color of Success

Download or read book Balancing Cultures written by Jerry Takigawa and published by . This book was released on 2021-04 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Balancing Cultures" is a personal narrative project that reflects the institutional racism and xenophobia endemic in America today. The discovery of old family photographs compelled me to express the impact on my family that resulted from their incarceration in WWII American concentration camps. The stories contained in this narrative humanize the historical record. If silence sanctions, communication is resistance. I am giving voice to the story my family kept hidden. The process of researching and creating these images greatly informed my understanding of what happened in the past--and of human rights abuses today.These images are a reminder of injustices that result from hysteria, racism, and economic exploitation. As a third generation Japanese American born after the camps, I was spared bitterness by the gift of my family's silence about these injustices. But their silence betrayed the gravity of the legacy I inherited. For the first time I felt the shame, anger, and fear they experienced. The title, "Balancing Cultures," derives from my personal struggle to reconcile Japanese and American cultural attributes. Growing up, I was admonished to "be American"--concurrently, Japanese values were instilled. This project seeks to balance this contradiction.Decades have passed since Executive Order 9066 was enacted. Many Americans are only now learning of this tragedy. There is no scientific basis for race; race and racism are social constructs. "Balancing Cultures" recalls a dark chapter in American history--censored in part by the Japanese precept of "gaman" (enduring the seemingly unbearable with patience and dignity) and the fear that if their voices were too loud, it might happen again. I raise my voice today because it is happening again.

Download or read book Just Culture written by Sidney Dekker and published by Ashgate Publishing, Ltd.. This book was released on 2012 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: While many organizations see the value of creating a just culture they struggle when it comes to developing it. In this Second Edition, Dekker expands his views, additionally tackling the key issue of how justice is created inside organizations. Dekker also introduces new material on ethics and on caring for the' second victim' (the professional at the centre of the incident). Consequently, we have a natural evolution of the author's ideas.

Download or read book Restoring the Balance written by Gail Guthrie Valaskakis and published by Univ. of Manitoba Press. This book was released on 2009 with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First Nations peoples believe the eagle flies with a female wing and a male wing, showing the importance of balance between the feminine and the masculine in all aspects of individual and community experiences. Centuries of colonization, however, have devalued the traditional roles of First Nations women, causing a great gender imbalance that limits the abilities of men, women, and their communities in achieving self-actualization.Restoring the Balance brings to light the work First Nations women have performed, and continue to perform, in cultural continuity and community development. It illustrates the challenges and successes they have had in the areas of law, politics, education, community healing, language, and art, while suggesting significant options for sustained improvement of individual, family, and community well-being. Written by fifteen Aboriginal scholars, activists, and community leaders, Restoring the Balance combines life histories and biographical accounts with historical and critical analyses grounded in traditional thought and approaches. It is a powerful and important book.

Download or read book Balancing Two Worlds written by Cecil O. King and published by . This book was released on 2013-07 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Rule Makers Rule Breakers written by Michele Gelfand and published by Scribner. This book was released on 2019-08-20 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A celebrated social psychologist offers a radical new perspective on cultural differences that reveals why some countries, cultures, and individuals take rules more seriously and how following the rules influences the way we think and act. In Rule Makers, Rule Breakers, Michele Gelfand, “an engaging writer with intellectual range” (The New York Times Book Review), takes us on an epic journey through human cultures, offering a startling new view of the world and ourselves. With a mix of brilliantly conceived studies and surprising on-the-ground discoveries, she shows that much of the diversity in the way we think and act derives from a key difference—how tightly or loosely we adhere to social norms. Just as DNA affects everything from eye color to height, our tight-loose social coding influences much of what we do. Why are clocks in Germany so accurate while those in Brazil are frequently wrong? Why do New Zealand’s women have the highest number of sexual partners? Why are red and blue states really so divided? Why was the Daimler-Chrysler merger ill-fated from the start? Why is the driver of a Jaguar more likely to run a red light than the driver of a plumber’s van? Why does one spouse prize running a tight ship while the other refuses to sweat the small stuff? In search of a common answer, Gelfand spent two decades conducting research in more than fifty countries. Across all age groups, family variations, social classes, businesses, states, and nationalities, she has identified a primal pattern that can trigger cooperation or conflict. Her fascinating conclusion: behavior is highly influenced by the perception of threat. “A useful and engaging take on human behavior” (Kirkus Reviews) with an approach that is consistently riveting, Rule Makers, Ruler Breakers thrusts many of the puzzling attitudes and actions we observe into sudden and surprising clarity.

Download or read book The Culture Map INTL ED written by Erin Meyer and published by PublicAffairs. This book was released on 2016-01-05 with total page 289 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An international business expert helps you understand and navigate cultural differences in this insightful and practical guide, perfect for both your work and personal life. Americans precede anything negative with three nice comments; French, Dutch, Israelis, and Germans get straight to the point; Latin Americans and Asians are steeped in hierarchy; Scandinavians think the best boss is just one of the crowd. It's no surprise that when they try and talk to each other, chaos breaks out. In The Culture Map, INSEAD professor Erin Meyer is your guide through this subtle, sometimes treacherous terrain in which people from starkly different backgrounds are expected to work harmoniously together. She provides a field-tested model for decoding how cultural differences impact international business, and combines a smart analytical framework with practical, actionable advice.

Download or read book Balancing the Scales Navigating Equality and Toxic Culture written by Dottie Samxon and published by Paul Samson. This book was released on 2024-05-15 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Balancing the Scales: Navigating Equality and Toxic Culture By Dottie Samxon Overview In "Balancing the Scales: Navigating Equality and Toxic Culture," Dottie Samxon offers a powerful exploration of the struggles and triumphs in the quest for equality amidst a pervasive toxic culture. Through insightful analysis and compelling narrative, this book uncovers the multifaceted nature of equality and the insidious effects of toxic behaviors that undermine it. About This Book What does it mean to live in a world where equality is more a theoretical ideal than a practical reality? How do we navigate the complex terrain of toxic culture that pervades our workplaces, communities, and digital spaces? In this transformative book, Dottie Samxon delves deep into these questions, offering readers a profound understanding of the societal, institutional, and personal dynamics that shape our experiences of inequality and toxicity. From historical perspectives on the evolution of equality to contemporary analyses of toxic culture in various settings, "Balancing the Scales" presents a meticulous study of the barriers to true equality. It combines rigorous research with real-world examples to illustrate how systemic inequalities and toxic environments affect us all — and how we can fight back. Key Features Comprehensive Analysis: Explore the historical and modern landscapes of equality with a deep dive into how these dynamics play out in everyday life. Practical Solutions: Gain insights into overcoming the challenges of toxic culture with practical strategies for individuals, communities, and policymakers. Inspirational Quotes: Be inspired by a collection of thought-provoking quotes from historical and contemporary figures that underscore the quest for a fairer world. Engaging Case Studies: Learn from real-world scenarios that illustrate the pervasive impact of toxicity in various environments and how innovative solutions have been implemented. Actionable advice and compassionate guidance to help focus on change agents required to improve our society as a whole. Perfect for Readers Who Are: Advocates for Social Justice: Activists and community leaders will find valuable resources and inspiration to support their work in promoting equity and inclusion. Professionals and Educators: Those in workplaces and educational institutions will discover ways to foster healthier, more inclusive environments. Students and Lifelong Learners: Readers looking to deepen their understanding of social dynamics will appreciate the accessible explanations and compelling narratives. Anyone Seeking Personal Growth: Individuals looking to navigate and improve their own environments will find practical tips and enlightening perspectives. Transform your understanding and approach to equality and toxic culture with "Balancing the Scales." This book is not just a call to awareness but a guide to action, offering a beacon of hope and a blueprint for change in our journey towards a more inclusive and respectful world.

Download or read book System vs Culture North American Education and Society in the Balance written by Frank Pace and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2014-05 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For 160 years, North American children have been subject to compulsory schooling. Formal education has evolved some over that time, but the end result of said evolution is an educational system which is dysfunctional, inefficient, and ultimately incapable of delivering on its professed mandates. Frank Pace is an educator with years of diverse experience. In System vs. Culture: North American Education and Society in the Balance, he looks at the current state of compulsory North American education and sees a system in crisis. He examines the history of modern education and dissects the root causes of its profound dysfunction. System vs. Culture: North American Education and Society in the Balance offers some insight into how an alternative model of education might operate and how it would better serve the needs of a changing society and better achieve its purported goals. Frank Pace has many important things to say about the state of North American education. His arguments are persuasive and lucid and backed up by solid scholarship. While the topic is complicated he does a good job breaking it down in a way that is readable and compelling for both education professionals and anyone interested in education and learning.

Download or read book A Study of Physiological Balance for Buckwheat Grown in Three salt Solutions written by John Wesley Shive and published by . This book was released on 1917 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Art of Remaining written by Samella England and published by . This book was released on 2022-03-24 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Art of Remaining #AofR is a foundational book which causes the colored woman in today's society bring back into focus our heritage and how we cannot forget the many who came before us. Those who made their way through the foolishness. Those who at times had to move in silence to obtain the victories that we at times consider overwhelming and difficult. This is a must read to align ourselves back up to who we are and learn how to move forward, never forgetting that we are stronger as the original and must remain rooted. To not truly know you, your heritage, your culture, your tribe, your language, your traditions is a life pursuing journey. And then the ancestors call and surround you with their presence, love, light, and spiritual wisdom. Let me assure you that some things are just DNA'd into the blood stream. Without hesitation I seek my roots.

Download or read book Cultures of Belonging written by Alida Miranda-Wolff and published by HarperCollins Leadership. This book was released on 2022-02-15 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Clear, actionable steps for you to build new values, experiences, and perspectives into your organizational culture, infusing it with the diversity, inclusion, and belonging employees need to feel accepted, be their best selves, and do their best work. Bypass the faulty processes and communication styles that make change impossible in so many other organizations; access these practical tools and ideas for increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in your company. Filled with actionable advice Alida Miranda-Wolff learned through her own struggles being an outsider in a work culture that did not value inclusion, and having since worked with over 60 organizations to prioritize DEI initiatives and all the value and richness it adds to the workplace, this roadmap helps leaders: Learn why creating an environment where everyone feels belonging is the new barometer for employee engagement. Develop an understanding of the key terms around DEI and why they matter. Assess where your organization is today. Define and take the small steps that build new muscle memory into an organizational culture. Increase employee engagement, collaboration, innovation, communication, and sense of belonging. Build confidence in how to solve future DEI-related challenges. Get buy-in from colleagues (and even resisters) who can clearly see how to move forward and why. Overcome any limiting work environment and build all new processes and communication priorities that allow your employees to be a part of something greater than themselves while your organization learns to value and embrace the unique experiences and perspective that each employee brings to the company.

Download or read book Balancing Act written by François Matarasso and published by Council of Europe. This book was released on 1999-01-01 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Physical Culture written by and published by . This book was released on 1904 with total page 584 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Gaming Cultures and Place in Asia Pacific written by Larissa Hjorth and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2009-06-24 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection explores the politics of game play and its cultural context by focusing on the Asia-Pacific region. Drawing from micro ethnographic studies to macro political economy analysis of techno-nationalisms and transcultural flows of cultural capital, it provides an interdisciplinary model for thinking through the politics of gaming.

Download or read book Harmony Versus Conflict in Asian Business written by O. Yau and published by Springer. This book was released on 2007-10-17 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a timely evaluation of how a harmonious business environment can be created and managed successfully in an increasingly turbulent era. It illustrates how diversity within East-West business is valuable to the development of new approaches in managing harmony for practitioners.

Download or read book Raising Mixed Race written by Sharon H Chang and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2015-12-11 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Research continues to uncover early childhood as a crucial time when we set the stage for who we will become. In the last decade, we have also seen a sudden massive shift in America’s racial makeup with the majority of the current under-5 age population being children of color. Asian and multiracial are the fastest growing self-identified groups in the United States. More than 2 million people indicated being mixed race Asian on the 2010 Census. Yet, young multiracial Asian children are vastly underrepresented in the literature on racial identity. Why? And what are these children learning about themselves in an era that tries to be ahistorical, believes the race problem has been “solved,” and that mixed race people are proof of it? This book is drawn from extensive research and interviews with sixty-eight parents of multiracial children. It is the first to examine the complex task of supporting our youngest around being “two or more races” and Asian while living amongst “post-racial” ideologies.