Download or read book The Idea Factory written by Jon Gertner and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-03-15 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The definitive history of America’s greatest incubator of innovation and the birthplace of some of the 20th century’s most influential technologies “Filled with colorful characters and inspiring lessons . . . The Idea Factory explores one of the most critical issues of our time: What causes innovation?” —Walter Isaacson, The New York Times Book Review “Compelling . . . Gertner's book offers fascinating evidence for those seeking to understand how a society should best invest its research resources.” —The Wall Street Journal From its beginnings in the 1920s until its demise in the 1980s, Bell Labs-officially, the research and development wing of AT&T-was the biggest, and arguably the best, laboratory for new ideas in the world. From the transistor to the laser, from digital communications to cellular telephony, it's hard to find an aspect of modern life that hasn't been touched by Bell Labs. In The Idea Factory, Jon Gertner traces the origins of some of the twentieth century's most important inventions and delivers a riveting and heretofore untold chapter of American history. At its heart this is a story about the life and work of a small group of brilliant and eccentric men-Mervin Kelly, Bill Shockley, Claude Shannon, John Pierce, and Bill Baker-who spent their careers at Bell Labs. Today, when the drive to invent has become a mantra, Bell Labs offers us a way to enrich our understanding of the challenges and solutions to technological innovation. Here, after all, was where the foundational ideas on the management of innovation were born.

Download or read book Why Labs Do that written by Tom Davis and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Labrador Retrievers are very special dogs with equally special traits and characteristics that set them uniquely apart from other (some would say "lesser") dogs. This colorful book aims to answer all of the questions Lab owners wonder about their breed, including: Why do Labs come in three colors? Why do Labs eat grass? Why do Labs look like they're smiling? Why do they love to play, and why do they make such good service dogs? These are just a few of the over forty interesting Lab behaviors that are lightheartedly and thoroughly explained in this fun and insightful volume.

Download or read book Just Labs written by Steve Smith and published by Just Pets. This book was released on 1999 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We took our lead titles from the tremendously successful "Just Pets" series, abridged and condensed them to an appealing 7 5 5/8-inch format, then priced them with the impulse gift buyer in mind. In addition to our "Just Pets" Half-pints, we've added a charming tribute to hard-working western dogs, Ranch Dog, which also fits in our Half-pint displays.

Download or read book Training the Pointing Labrador written by and published by Training the Pointing Lab. This book was released on 2007 with total page 496 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Building a Second Brain written by Tiago Forte and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2022-06-14 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Building a second brain is getting things done for the digital age. It's a ... productivity method for consuming, synthesizing, and remembering the vast amount of information we take in, allowing us to become more effective and creative and harness the unprecedented amount of technology we have at our disposal"--

Download or read book Principal Labs written by Megan Kortlandt and published by ASCD. This book was released on 2021-08-27 with total page 181 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Megan Kortlandt, Carly Stone, and Samantha Keesling have developed a flexible structure for collaborative professional learning that they call the principal lab, in which K–12 principals learn with and from each other to become better instructional leaders. Each chapter walks through the foundational components of a successful principal lab—relationship building, anchoring experiences, observations, and feedback—and then discusses how to lay the groundwork, figure out logistics, and plan and structure labs. Principal Labs: Strengthening Instructional Leadership Through Shared Learning combines the latest research in adult learning with the authors' practical experience to discuss the qualities of a successful principal lab and provide the tools to build your own. It's easy to get started with downloadable reflection and observation templates based on the examples in each chapter. As a school principal you have many responsibilities, and finding time for your own professional development can be a challenge. The approach in this book will help you effectively use your time to connect with other principals, practice and develop feedback skills, and ultimately make informed decisions for instructional improvement in your school.

Download or read book Little Learning Labs Astronomy for Kids abridged paperback edition written by Michelle Nichols and published by Quarry Books. This book was released on 2018-10-02 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Little Learning Labs: Astronomy for Kids teaches children the wonders of outer space with 26 hands-on activities that can be done at home with items found around the house. It's not easy to explain and understand what lies beyond the night sky. This curated collection of 26 projects from the bestselling Astronomy Lab for Kids introduces children to the basics of outer space through 26 hands-on labs that can be completed with everyday items from around your house. It's the perfect resource for teachers, homeschool families, and community groups. Mini astronomers will learn about things such as the size and scale of planets using sandwich cookies and tennis balls, how to measure the speed of light with a flat candy bar and a microwave, how to make a simple telescope with magnifying glasses, and so much more. Kids of all ages and experience levels will love completing these hands-on labs with the guidance of adults. Why wait to introduce children to the expansive wonder of the skies, when Little Learning Labs: Astronomy Lab for Kids can put it within their reach today?

Download or read book CCIE Routing and Switching Practice Labs written by Martin Duggan and published by Cisco Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 512 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: bull; Prepare for the grueling one-day CCIE lab exam with 10 comprehensive practice labs bull; Focus your learning into scenarios that mimic the actual exam setting bull; Written by a CCIE lab exam proctor, and approved and endorsed by the CCIE Routing and Switching program manager

Download or read book Battle Labs written by and published by . This book was released on 1994 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This brochure is about Battle Labs--why the program exists, what it has done, and its campaign plan for the future. The brochure is the companion to Louisiana Maneuvers, The First Year, published by the Louisiana Maneuvers Task Force in March 1994. They are guides for senior leaders in Government, the Armed Forces, Industry, and Academia to understand how the Army is "changing the way it changes" and include the early results insights we have generated from this process.

Download or read book Reaching for the Stars written by Mary Roslin-Williams and published by Doral Publishing. This book was released on 1999-12 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Reaching for the Stars, Mary Roslin Williams analyzes what qualities make a good breeder and the problems they have in reaching the top of their field.

Download or read book What About Labrador Retrievers written by Karla Rugh, DVM, PhD and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007-08-27 with total page 125 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are Labrador Retrievers generally healthy dogs? How much does it cost to keep a Lab? Can I keep my Lab inside, or do I need a yard? That little Labrador Retriever puppy is so adorable-but is he the right dog for you? Many prospective dog owners don't ask the questions they should when deciding to bring a new puppy home. Now, the What About? series is here to help you understand the real-life implications of your decision, saving you time, money, and potential heartache-and protecting you and the dog from the consequences of an inappropriate choice. Drawing upon the expertise of Labrador Retriever breeders, owners, rescue organizations, veterinarians, and trainers, What About Labrador Retrievers? provides honest, reliable advice on what it's really like to own and raise a Lab-no punches pulled. In a friendly, easy-to-follow Q&A format, veterinarian Karla Rugh offers solid, proven guidance on everything you need to know about raising a Lab, including: Breed characteristics ? Behavior ? Costs of ownership ? Development in all life stages ? Diet ? Exercise requirements ? Genetics and why it'simportant ? Health and general care ? Temperament ? Training requirements ? Working with behaviorists, trainers, and veterinarians ? And more Don't be taken by surprise. Get the answers you need now-before you get that Labrador Retriever puppy-and make a smart, informed decision.

Download or read book DNA Crime Labs written by United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on the Judiciary and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Student Centered Investigative Labs for Middle School Science written by Walter L. Saunders and published by Virtualbookworm Publishing. This book was released on 2003-06 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This resource book is intended for experienced middle school science teachers who are seeking ways to incorporate a more student centered approach to investigative lab activities. New teachers can also benefit from this manual. This resource book is based upon a teaching philosophy known as the Learning Cycle. In the Learning Cycle (LC) model of teaching scinece, students work together in groups of three or four with limted teacher guidance to develop lab procedures for the investigation of questions which can be studied in the laboratory or field.

Download or read book Calculus with Maple Labs written by Wiesław Krawcewicz and published by Alpha Science Int'l Ltd.. This book was released on 2003 with total page 718 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Offering a universally taught course: this complete exposition of a single varibale calculus elucidates transcendental functions, the notion of a sequence and its limit and the introduction of a limit of a function.

Download or read book CompTIA IT Fundamentals ITF Study Guide with Online Labs written by Quentin Docter and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-10-27 with total page 672 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Virtual, hands-on learning labs allow you to apply your technical skills using live hardware and software hosted in the cloud. So Sybex has bundled CompTIA IT Fundamentals labs from Practice Labs, the IT Competency Hub, with our popular CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) Study Guide: Exam FC0-U61, 2nd Edition. Working in these labs gives you the same experience you need to prepare for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals FC0-U61 that you would face in a real-life setting. Used in addition to the book, the labs are a proven way to prepare for the certification and for work in theIT field. Information Technology is not just about what applications you can use; it is about the systems you can support. The CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification is an introduction to the skills required to become a successful systems support professional, progressing onto more advanced certifications and career success. The Sybex CompTIA IT Fundamentals Study Guide covers 100% of the exam objectives in clear and concise language and provides you authoritatively with all you need to know to succeed in the exam. Along with gaining preventative maintenance skills, you will also develop the tools to complete troubleshooting and fault resolution and resolve common issues experienced by the majority of computer systems. The exam focuses on the essential IT skills and knowledge needed to perform tasks commonly performed by advanced end-users and entry-level IT professionals alike, including: Identifying and explaining computer components Setting up a workstation, including conducting software installations Establishing network connectivity Identifying compatibility issues and identifying and preventing security risks Managing the safety and preventative maintenance of computers Practical examples, exam highlights and review questions provide real-world applications and uses. The book includes Sybex's interactive online learning environment and test bank with an assessment test, chapter tests, flashcards, and a practice exam. Our study tools can help you prepare for taking the exam--and increase your chances of passing the exam the first time! And with this edition you also get Practice Labs virtual labs that run from your browser. The registration code is included with the book and gives you 6 months unlimited access to Practice Labs CompTIA IT Fundamentals Labs with 32 unique lab modules to practice your skills.

Download or read book Short Geometry Labs written by Francis Gardella and published by IAP. This book was released on 2022-05-01 with total page 163 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Much of the content that students study in a high school geometry course is totally new to them. The middle school mathematics curriculum does not contain preparatory work for many of these topics as it does in preparing students for the study of Algebra. The proposed text would be a landmark book giving students the ability to gain some understanding of the content before it is formally addressed in the lesson in the course. While many teachers use initial classroom activities called ‘DoNows,’ there are no structured materials available to teachers of Geometry for this purpose. When teachers do use them, these activities are constructed by the teachers. The text provides the teachers with such materials and is structured to address what the teachers are about to present to the students. The Labs can also be used for exploration of topics at the middle school level enhancing the program there and giving students a better preparation for their high school Geometry program.

Download or read book Microcomputer Based Labs Educational Research and Standards written by Robert F. Tinker and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Microcomputer-based labs, the use of real-time data capture and display in teaching, give the learner new ways to explore and understand the world. As this book shows, the international effort over a quarter-century to develop and understand microcomputer-based labs (MBL) has resulted in a rich array of innovative implementations and some convincing evidence for the value of computers for learning. The book is a sampler of MBL work by an outstanding international group of scientists and educators, based on papers they presented at a seminar held as part of the NATO Special Programme on Advanced Educational Technology. The story they tell of the development of MBL offers valuable policy lessons on how to promote educational innovation. The book will be of interest to a wide range of educators and to policy makers.