Download or read book Growing up Amid Uncertainties written by Abiodun Giwa and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2010-09-22 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kareem was a young boy living in Nigeria, and all he wanted was an education. Kareem had seen the power of education. In his home country, having an education meant you were a master; having no education meant you were a slave or dimwitworthy of being looked down upon. The hope for education and a job in government or commerce was overwhelming. Kareems journey to attain an education would not be simple. The joy of going to class was cut short when he was prematurely pulled from school due to his familys financial hardship. With no hope in sight, Kareem abandoned his fathers intention of teaching him to be a bike repairman. He became a homeless walker of the streets, barely surviving for years until finally, thirty years later, he arrived in the United States. Growing Up amid Uncertainties is the memoir of an indigent African persevering against social, political, and economic hardship to fulfill the dream of a good education and a better life. Kareem faced many obstaclesincluding the assassination of his brotherbefore reaching American soil. This is his story: an example of the importance of public school education for the betterment of individual lives as well as society at large.
Download or read book Uncertain written by Maggie Jackson and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2023-11-07 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A Selection of The Next Big Idea Club! "Maggie Jackson’s incisive and timely book is a provocative exploration of the surprising benefits of not knowing. . . and shows how this state of mind can jolt us from intellectual complacency and foster creativity, resilience, and mutual understanding. Uncertain is a triumphant ode to the wisdom of being unsure.” – Daniel H. Pink, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of The Power of Regret, Drive, and When "With cutting-edge science and insights both surprising and practical, Uncertain shows how cultivating an open and unsettled mindset can help us to spark curiosity, compassion, and creativity." – Gretchen Rubin, New York Times-bestselling author of The Happiness Project and Life in Five Senses "…remarkable and persuasive…" —Library Journal A revolutionary guide to flourishing in times of flux and angst by harnessing the overlooked power of our uncertainty. In an era of terrifying unpredictability, we race to address complex crises with quick, sure algorithms, bullet points, and tweets. How could we find the clarity and vision so urgently needed today by being unsure? Uncertain is about the triumph of doing just that. A scientific adventure tale set on the front lines of a volatile era, this epiphany of a book by award-winning author Maggie Jackson shows us how to skillfully confront the unexpected and the unknown, and how to harness not-knowing in the service of wisdom, invention, mutual understanding, and resilience. Long neglected as a topic of study and widely treated as a shameful flaw, uncertainty is revealed to be a crucial gadfly of the mind, jolting us from the routine and the assumed into a space for exploring unseen meaning. Far from luring us into inertia, uncertainty is the mindset most needed in times of flux and a remarkable antidote to the narrow-mindedness of our day. In laboratories, political campaigns, and on the frontiers of artificial intelligence, Jackson meets the pioneers decoding the surprising gifts of being unsure. Each chapter examines a mode of uncertainty-in-action, from creative reverie to the dissent that spurs team success. Step by step, the art and science of uncertainty reveal being unsure as a skill set for incisive thinking and day-to-day flourishing.
Download or read book Democracy Growing Up written by Laura Janara and published by State University of New York Press. This book was released on 2012-02-01 with total page 267 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Finalist for the 2004 C.B. Macpherson Prize presented by the Canadian Political Science Association Winner of the Best First Book Award presented by the Foundations of Political Theory section of the American Political Science Association Tocqueville's Democracy in America continues to be widely read, but for all this familiarity, the vivid imagery with which he conveys his ideas has been overlooked, left to act with unexamined force upon readers' imaginations. In this first sustained feminist reading of Democracy in America Laura Janara assesses the dramatic feminine, masculine, and infantile metaphorical figures that represent the historical political drama that is Tocqueville's primary topic. These tropes are analyzed as both historical artifacts and symbols for psychoanalytic interpretation, deepening and complicating the standing interpretations of Tocqueville's work. Democracy Growing Up comments critically upon the peculiar gendered and familial foundations of modern Western democracy and upon the notion of democratic maturity that Tocqueville offers us.
Download or read book A Theory of Uncertainty written by Andreas Klinke and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-08-02 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Using sources from classical to modern that broach the phenomenon of uncertainty and its relation to risk, this book creates a novel approach to the recognized but theoretically often unattended issue of uncertainty. Andreas Klinke develops a new, general theory of uncertainty that provides a taxonomy of categories which are deduced from a critical inventory in philosophy, social and natural sciences, and risk research. Comprising six parts, the philosophical grounding of uncertainty sets the stage for the following philosophical and social scientific accounts and explanation of four distinctive guises of uncertainty that form a taxonomic notion and rationale: ontological, epistemological, linguistic-communicative, and teleological uncertainty. The theoretical-conceptual rumination provides a complex, differentiated view of the anatomy of uncertainty and an understanding that can be used in further theoretical and empirical research, as well as socio-political practice. The latter is delineated in the final part addressing the societal domestication of uncertainty. This book will be of great interest to scholars and students in philosophy, social and natural sciences, risk research, as well as inter- and transdisciplinary science fields.
Download or read book Uncertain Masculinities written by Mike O'Donnell and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2002-11-01 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this era of rapid and unsettling change, boys now more than ever face difficulties in establishing their self-image and status. In this original and challenging study Mike O'Donnell and Sue Sharpe explore how teenage boys from white, African-Caribbean and Asian backgrounds negotiate contemporary uncertainties to construct their gender identities. Drawing theoretical insights about how class, race and ethnicity critically affect the formulation of masculinities throughout, the authors examine: * the discrepancies between boys and girls' attitudes and expectations * the split between boys' formal acceptance of politically correct ideas and their informal behaviour amongst the peer group * boys' leisure pursuits including involvement in illegal activities and their selective identification with global youth culture. Uncertain Masculinities is a fascinating account of the complexity of contemporary boys' identities and will be of use to students of the sociology of youth and of gender studies.
Download or read book Weaving a Malawi Sunrise written by Roberta Laurie and published by University of Alberta. This book was released on 2015-11-23 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “When you educate a girl, you educate a nation.” —Malawian saying The women of Malawi, like many other women in developing countries, struggle to find their way out of poverty and build a better life for themselves and their families. Weaving a Malawi Sunrise tells the story of Memory Chazeza’s quest to get an education and to build a school for young women. Roberta Laurie was one of many who helped Memory realize her vision of seeing young girls become strong and independent women who could care for themselves and their future families. During her time in Malawi, Laurie met several other women, each of whom had a story of her own. Laurie combines these personal accounts with detailed information about the country’s underlying social and political context. Readers interested in Africa, global affairs, women’s studies, development, and international education will give high marks to Weaving a Malawi Sunrise.
Download or read book Allure of Deceit written by Susan Froetschel and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2015-02-03 with total page 315 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A young inventor and his wife are killed in a terrorist attack—leaving behind a will that surprises friends and parents by directing a vast fortune toward charities in the developing world. On the ground in Afghanistan, international charities rapidly search for Afghan partners to compete for the attention of the new foundation, focusing their efforts on two particular women in the village of Laashekoh: a young mother who might have been wrongly imprisoned for her role in helping to run a child-trafficking ring; and an older, educated woman who has a reputation for providing reproductive healthcare—including abortions. Meanwhile, most Laashekoh villagers do not want Western charity and are astounded to be regarded as potential recipients; they are self-sufficient and see no need for outside intervention in village concerns. But when a group of orphanage workers visiting the village goes missing, foul play is immediately suspected and the villagers face tough questions. As Afghans and Westerners work to uncover the truth, the reputations of charity workers, potential beneficiaries, and locals in Laashekoh are called into question. The stakes are high, the sums of money are huge, and cultures clash. All these are motivations for fraud and murder in Allure of Deceit. From the Trade Paperback edition.
Download or read book Nursing Leadership and Management Theory Practice and Future Impact on Healthcare written by Mohammed Saad Waslallah Almutari and published by Mohammed Saad Waslallah Almutari. This book was released on 2023-10-07 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Leadership in Nursing: A Comprehensive Guide for Professional Development" is meticulously organized to provide a thorough exploration of effective leadership within the nursing profession. The book systematically covers a range of essential topics for nursing professionals, beginning with an introduction that sets the stage for the reader. The early chapters delve into foundational concepts such as effective leadership, follower dynamics, and the role of a manager in nursing. Ethics and principles are thoroughly examined, establishing a robust framework for ethical decision-making in the complex healthcare landscape. The exploration then extends to various leadership theories and styles, offering insights into their applicability in nursing contexts. As readers progress through the book, attention is given to practical aspects of nursing leadership, including working within healthcare organizations, collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, and intricacies of nursing management. Specialized chapters address critical aspects like delegation and prioritization of client care, conflict resolution, and navigating individual growth within the profession. The book's scope broadens to cover topics crucial for a nurse's career journey, such as exploring career options, fostering positive workplace atmospheres, and addressing professional conduct issues. The essence of nurse leadership in health development is intricately woven into the narrative, emphasizing the vital role nurses play in shaping the future of healthcare. Chapters dedicated to leadership skills, interdisciplinary collaboration, and leading change highlight the dynamic nature of nursing leadership. The book takes a global perspective, addressing issues related to global health leadership and development, emphasizing the importance of innovation, entrepreneurship, advocacy, and policy influence in nursing. Towards the end, the book provides practical guidance on sustaining nurse leadership for ongoing development. It touches on data-driven decision-making, resilience in crisis leadership, and the imperative of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare settings. Practical considerations like personnel requirements, scheduling guidelines, and quality control for patient safety are addressed, providing valuable insights for nursing leaders. Concluding with a visionary outlook, the book emphasizes the role of nursing leaders in shaping a better future. Extensive references and a comprehensive index make this book a valuable resource for nursing professionals seeking continuous development in healthcare leadership. "Leadership in Nursing" stands as an indispensable guide, combining theoretical insights with practical wisdom to empower nursing professionals on their leadership journey. Key takeaways from the guide include: Fundamentals of Leadership: Grasp the essence of effective leadership, explore manager roles, and delve into ethical considerations in healthcare. Leadership Theories and Styles: Understand various leadership approaches and identify the most suitable style for different situations. Organizational Dynamics: Navigate the complexities of working within an organization, collaborate effectively with peers, and manage multidisciplinary teams. Nursing Management: Master the art of organizing, staffing, scheduling, directing, and delegating tasks within the nursing domain. Client Care: Prioritize and delegate client care effectively, while confidently addressing challenges and conflicts that may arise. Personal and Professional Development: Foster a positive work environment, cultivate your leadership skills, explore career options, and navigate professional conduct issues. Leadership in Healthcare: Discover the significance of nurse leadership in health development, explore interdisciplinary collaboration, and champion change for health transformation. Innovation and Advocacy: Embrace innovation and entrepreneurship in nursing, influence policy, and lead interprofessional teams to achieve optimal health outcomes. Global and Ongoing Development: Engage in global health leadership, promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare, and ensure sustainable leadership through ongoing development. Data-Driven Decisions and Crisis Management: Leverage data analytics for informed decision-making and develop resilience to effectively lead through challenging situations. Beyond the chapters, the book delves deeper into crucial aspects like personnel and scheduling guidelines, establishing a culture of patient safety, and paving the way for a better future in healthcare. This comprehensive guide serves as an invaluable resource for nurses at all stages of their careers, empowering them to become transformative leaders in the healthcare landscape.
Download or read book Black Holes Gravitational Radiation and the Universe written by B.R. Iyer and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2013-06-29 with total page 581 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Our esteemed colleague C. V. Vishveshwara, popularly known as Vishu, turned sixty on 6th March 1998. His colleagues and well wishers felt that it would be appropriate to celebrate the occasion by bringing out a volume in his honour. Those of us who have had the good fortune to know Vishu, know that he is unique, in a class by himself. Having been given the privilege to be the volume's editors, we felt that we should attempt something different in this endeavour. Vishu is one of the well known relativists from India whose pioneer ing contributions to the studies of black holes is universally recognised. He was a student of Charles Misner. His Ph. D. thesis on the stability of the Schwarzschild black hole, coordinate invariant characterisation of the sta tionary limit and event horizon for Kerr black holes and subsequent seminal work on quasi-normal modes of black holes have passed on to become the starting points for detailed mathematical investigations on the nature of black holes. He later worked on other aspects related to black holes and compact objects. Many of these topics have matured over the last thirty years. New facets have also developed and become current areas of vigorous research interest. No longer are black holes, ultracompact objects or event horizons mere idealisations of mathematical physicists but concrete entities that astrophysicists detect, measure and look for. Astrophysical evidence is mounting up steadily for black holes.
Download or read book Frontiers of Belonging written by Annika Lems and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2022-07-05 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As unprecedented numbers of unaccompanied African minors requested asylum in Europe in 2015, Annika Lems witnessed a peculiar dynamic: despite inclusionary language in official policy and broader society, these children faced a deluge of exclusionary practices in the classroom and beyond. Frontiers of Belonging traces the educational paths of refugee youth arriving in Switzerland amid the shifting sociopolitical terrain of the refugee crisis and the underlying hierarchies of deservingness. Lems reveals how these minors sought protection and support, especially in educational settings, but were instead treated as threats to the economic and cultural integrity of Switzerland. Each chapter highlights a specific child's story—Jamila, Meron, Samuel, and more—as they found themselves left out, while on paper being allowed "in." The result is a highly ambiguous social reality for young refugees, resulting in stressful, existential balancing acts. A captivating ethnography, Frontiers of Belonging allows readers into the Swiss classrooms where unspoken distinctions between self and other, guest and host, refugee and resident, were formed, policed, and challenged.
Download or read book Dynamics of Uncertainty Unrest and Fragility in Europe written by Monika Banaś and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2024-12-02 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines some of the most pressing issues affecting contemporary societies in Europe in the 2020s, namely uncertainty, unrest and the fragility of individuals and groups. Monika Banaś, Vesa Puuronen and their contributors analyse a selection of challenges affecting the present and near future of Europe and European societies. They reflect on processes and events that have a pivotal impact on individual and collective life, for example, how the Russian invasion of Ukraine has affected reformulation or revision of such concepts as security, uncertainty, independence, freedom, democracy and democratic values as well as nation and nationalism. The volume discusses phenomena such as the migration and integration of refugees, media narratives on the Russian–Ukrainian war, political campaign rhetoric concerning the war, institutional engagement in fostering civil and inclusive societies, strategies of young people to cope with uncertainty in times of socio-economic challenges. The book offers a valuable reference for scholars and students of European societies studying a broad scope of courses in sociology, political culture, intercultural communication, intercultural and international relations, along with political science. It will also be of interest to experts and practitioners of the NGO sector active in supporting vulnerable individuals, communities and societies.
Download or read book Highway to Success written by Benedict Ranjit Dessa and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2024-04-11 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing from my personal experience, I mooted thirty relevant questions to a chatbot and received replies based on the data it collected. Having amalgamated my thirty-plus years of experience dealing with daily and prominent issues faced by Generation Z, I hope these experiences and the chatbot›s ideal answers will guide the youth to perform better.
Download or read book A Swallow Can Make a Summer written by Krishnamoorthy Ranganathan and published by Notion Press. This book was released on 2019-10-17 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The poet personifies himself as a swallow, etching the things and events seen before his eyes. Among the flock of swallows, he signals the arrival of a summer singly. Here it has arrived in A Swallow Can Make A Summer.
Download or read book Leadership for Social Change and Development written by Cornelia C. Walther and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-08-17 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book offers perspectives from change makers. It is intended to inspire readers to get involved in the pursuit of social transformation. The objective of is to make the causes and consequences, and the added value, of inclusive social change tangible. Using real life stories that draw on the power of the human being to inspire by example, BeingChange shows that ‘purpose for power’ is not a platitude, but a principle that favors both subjective wellbeing and social progress. The selected of formal and informal agents of change show why meaning is the undercurrent of genuine empowerment, and the main ingredient of sustainable development. The goal in sharing these stories is twofold, 1) Illustrate that no matter WHO and WHERE you are, and what you have, it is possible to align your life-long aspirations and every-day actions, and 2) Inspire readers to get started (or accelerate) their quest for purpose by identifying and pursuing what matters most to them. A network of likeminded thinkers and doers, connected by the shared belief that the World must not be accepted as a given, is growing around the world. Everyone is welcome to shift their perspective from passive to active and join.
Download or read book Survival under Uncertainty written by Dimitri Volchenkov and published by Springer. This book was released on 2016-06-28 with total page 249 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book introduces and studies a number of stochastic models of subsistence, communication, social evolution and political transition that will allow the reader to grasp the role of uncertainty as a fundamental property of our irreversible world. At the same time, it aims to bring about a more interdisciplinary and quantitative approach across very diverse fields of research in the humanities and social sciences. Through the examples treated in this work – including anthropology, demography, migration, geopolitics, management, and bioecology, among other things – evidence is gathered to show that volatile environments may change the rules of the evolutionary selection and dynamics of any social system, creating a situation of adaptive uncertainty, in particular, whenever the rate of change of the environment exceeds the rate of adaptation. Last but not least, it is hoped that this book will contribute to the understanding that inherent randomness can also be a great opportunity – for social systems and individuals alike – to help face the challenge of “survival under uncertainty”.
Download or read book BRANN THE ICONOCLAST written by and published by . This book was released on 1896 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
