Let's Connect!


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This practical guide for highly effective professional networking guides readers on the best methods to tap into the power of their network to reach their goals faster.




Let's Connect The Hearts With One Year Of Kitab Writing Publication


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In the pages of celebration, our journey unfolds, A year of Kitab Writing, where stories were told! From the first inkling of an idea, to the final print, We've navigated challenges, with unwavering glint!! Each page turned, a story untold, A tapestry of words, in shimmering gold! Authors' voices, echoing loud and clear, In the hearts of readers, far and near!! Through twists and turns, our path was laid, In the world of literature, where dreams are made! From fiction to memoirs, and everything in between, Kitab Writing's legacy, a sight to be seen!! CEO Divya Trivedi, a captain so bold, Steering the ship, through waters cold! Efforts unmatched, in publishing's realm, A year of triumphs, at the helm!! Editing, correcting, each word refined, Front page suggestions, to capture the mind! Graphic designing, a visual delight, Bringing stories to life, in the readers' sight!! Publishing on digital platforms, a seamless glide, Then printing, delivering, with joy as our guide! Books sent via courier, to homes far and near, A celebration of stories, loud and clear!! Interviews of authors, on social platform's stage, Sharing their journey, turning a new page! Their words inspire, their stories ignite, A passion for writing, burning bright!! In this book via words, we celebrate, A year of Kitab Writing, a journey so great! Pages filled with stories, of love and of loss, Of triumphs and challenges, each with a cause!! So here's to Kitab Writing, our pride and our joy, A year of success, with no hint of coy! May the pages keep turning, in years to come, In the world of literature, where stories hum!!




Vital


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What behaviors do highly vital congregations have in common? How can all congregations move toward greater vitality? In Vital: Churches Changing Communities and the World, Jorge Acevedo passionately and effectively reveals how Grace Church in Cape Coral, Florida, has developed behaviors that result in vital and fruitful ministry. Focusing on spiritual pastoral leadership, lay leadership development, worship, small groups, and service and mission, Acevedo both inspires and coaches. He helps leaders of congregations act in their own contexts to develop behaviors essential to vitality, as identified by the recent study of 32,000 United Methodist congregations. The book includes brief summaries of learnings from the research and stories from other congregations illustrating vital behaviors in different settings. Approximately 15% of the 32,228 churches (4,961 churches) scored high in vitality based on the vitality index. What this means is that 15% of our churches have figured out some way to remain highly vital in spite of the fact that 85% have not. What this means is that we cannot assign all the blame for our congregational demise at the feet of the “institution” of the church. 4961 congregations have figured out ways to prevail in spite of our denominational condition. To me this is hopeful and promising! This book is my best attempt for us to learn from the 15% of United Methodist Churches that are vital, growing and prevailing. Jorge Acevedo




Design Thinking for School Leaders


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"Design is the rendering of intent." What if education leaders approached their work with the perspective of a designer? This new perspective of seeing the world differently is desperately needed in schools and begins with school leadership. Alyssa Gallagher and Kami Thordarson, widely recognized experts on Design Thinking, educational leadership, and innovative strategies, call this new perspective design-inspired leadership—one of the most powerful ways to ignite positive change and address education challenges using the same design and innovation principles that have been so successful in private industry. Design Thinking for School Leaders explores the changing landscape of leadership and offers practical ways to reframe the role of school leader using Design Thinking, one step at a time. Leaders can shift from "accidental designers" to "design-inspired leaders," acting with greater intention and achieving greater impact. You'll learn how viewing the world through a more empathetic lens—a critical first step on the path to becoming a design-inspired leader—can raise your awareness of the uniqueness of your teachers and students and prompt you to question the ways in which they experience your school. Gallagher and Thordarson detail five specific roles to help you identify opportunities for positively impacting students, teachers, districts, parents, and the community: Opportunity Seeker. Shifts from problem solving to problem finding. Experience Architect. Designs and curates learning experiences. Rule Breaker. Challenges the way things are "always" done. Producer. Gets things done and creates rapid learning cycles for teams. Storyteller. Captures the hearts and minds of a community. Full of examples of Design Thinking in action in schools across the country, Design Thinking for School Leaders can help you guide your school to the forefront of the new design + education movement, one that will move traditional education into the modern world and drive the future of learning.




Youth Suicide and Bullying


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High profile media reports of young people committing suicide after experiencing bullying have propelled a national conversation about the nature and scope of this problem and the means to address it. Specialists have long known that involvement in bullying in any capacity (as the victim or as the perpetrator) is associated with higher rates of suicidal ideation and behaviors, but evidence about which bullying subtype is at greatest risk is more mixed. For instance, some studies have shown that the association between suicidal ideation and bullying is stronger for targets of bullying than perpetrators. However, another study found that after controlling for depression, the association was strongest for perpetrators. Similar disagreement persists with regard to gender disparities relating to bullying and self-harm, for instance. Youth Suicide and Bullying presents an authoritative review of the science demonstrating the links between these two major public health concerns alongside informed discussion and evidence-based recommendations. The volume provides sound, scientifically grounded, and effective advice about bullying and suicide at every level: national, state, and community. Chapters provide details on models of interpersonal aggression; groups at risk for both bullying and suicide (such as sexual minorities); the role of stigma; family, school, and community-based youth bullying and suicide prevention programs, and more. Each chapter concludes with recommendations for mental health providers, educators, and policymakers. Compiling knowledge from the most informed experts and providing authoritative research-based information, this volume supports efforts to better understand and thereby reduce the prevalence of victimization and suicide.




The Little Singapore Book


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Translate standards-based content into enriched learning projects that build 21st century skills. A valuable tool for teachers, this book uses an enriched learning projects model to develop student skills in communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and global and cross-cultural awareness. It highlights e-tools that enhance projects and presents research-based instructional strategies that engage students.




Connecting


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We are all experiencing “CONNECTIONS” which enriches our lives!! We are blessed by our families, careers, relationships and challenges. Our connections expand our horizons personally and professionally. As a multi-disciplinary Professor and Ordained Minister, I continue to learn the exciting “connections” with a wide range of people including friends, family, students, global colleagues and new experiences. While engaging in relationships, many facets of growth emerge. Global relationships occur when we travel, watch television, and pursue our professional opportunities. This book helps to expand the benefits by being open to engage in wide varieties of people and places. CONNECTING hopefully invites you as readers to enlarge your awareness of opportunities to open new doors. Both young and maturing persons will discover avenues of growth, service and relationships. Yes, this book will help you to stretch your mind, body and spiritual life. This author invites readers to share their impressions for others to engage in making connections in their communities, families, careers potentials and challenges. By CONNECTING, we expand our lives of both ourselves and others.




Raspberry Pi Robotics


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**Raspberry Pi Robotics Unleash Your Inner Innovator!** Dive into the thrilling world of robotics with "Raspberry Pi Robotics", the ultimate guide for beginners and enthusiasts alike. Whether you're a hobbyist, student, or tinkering tech lover, this eBook is your gateway to creating intelligent and functional robots from the ground up. **Discover the Power of Raspberry Pi** Start your journey with an introduction to the versatile Raspberry Pi and why it's the perfect platform for your robotic projects. Learn which components you need to get started, alongside step-by-step instructions for setting up and configuring your Raspberry Pi. **Master Python Programming** Nothing makes a robot more interactive than custom software. Learn the essentials of Python programming, install it on your Raspberry Pi, and write your first programs. Unlock the potential of GPIO pins, control LEDs, and read inputs from various sensors. **Electronics Made Simple** Familiarize yourself with the basics of circuitry, including breadboards, resistors, capacitors, and LEDs. Understand how to power your robot, choose the right power supply, and ensure safe battery maintenance. **Build Your First Robot** Follow a detailed guide to choose and assemble your robot chassis, mount your Raspberry Pi, and set up motor control systems. Write Python code to make your robot move, navigate, and interact with its environment using various sensors. **Advance to Autonomous Robotics** Grasp the fundamentals of autonomy and remote control. Set up communication via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, integrate ultrasonic sensors, and program basic navigation systems. Take your robot to the next level with computer vision, speech recognition, gesture control, and machine learning. **Your Comprehensive Robotics Companion** With chapters on the Robot Operating System (ROS), troubleshooting and debugging, and a final project to culminate your learning, "Raspberry Pi Robotics" offers invaluable insights and continuous support. Finish by exploring advanced resources, joining robotics communities, and considering career paths in the ever-evolving field of robotics. Unlock a world of endless possibilities and turn your creative vision into reality with "Raspberry Pi Robotics." Your innovation adventure awaits!




Arduino: Building LED and Espionage Projects


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Find out how to transform your Arduino device into an awesome secret agent gadget with this course, taking in everything from robotics to remote control cameras About This Book This course won't just teach you. It will help you apply your knowledge so you can get creative – quickly! Find out how to make a computer interact with the real-world – you'll be learning the basics of IoT without realizing it. Robots. A sound controlled Christmas tree. This course proves anything is possible with an Arduino! Who This Book Is For Seeking inspiration? This course will help you get creative with your Arduino quickly. What You Will Learn Find out how to explore the full potential of your tiny Arduino Find out how to bridge the gap between the real world and software, as you gather and visualize data from the environment Create simple servers to allow communication to occur Transform your Arduino into a GPS tracker Use the Arduino to monitor top secret data Build a complete spy robot! In Detail An Arduino might be a tiny computer but it can be used as the foundation for a huge range of projects. In this course, we'll show you how just some of the projects that are possible with an Arduino. From robotics to secret agent gadgets, we're pretty confident that this course will get you thinking creatively – and inspire you to create your very own new projects using the Arduino hacking skills you learn. This course, combines both text and video content – it's made up of three modules to help organize your learning. In the first module we'll show you how to build three different Arduino projects. All of these will not only get you up and running with something practical, they'll also help you better understand how the Arduino works. Find out how to develop a home automation system and even build a robot! In the second module we'll go one step further to help you get creative as you learn how to program LEDs with your Arduino. You'll find out how to build a mood lamp and a remote-controlled TV backlight, before going on to make a sound controlled LED Christmas tree that makes use of sound visualization. Finally, the third module takes you from stylish design into espionage, as you learn how to create neat secret agent gadgets with your Arduino. Find out how to build an alarm system, a fingerprint sensor, even open a lock with a text message. And that's not all – but to find out more you'll have to dive in! This Learning Path combines some of the best that Packt has to offer in one complete, curated package. It includes content from the following Packt products: Arduino By Example by Adith Jagadish Boloor Arduino BLINK Blueprints by Samarth Shah, Utsav Shah Arduino for Secret Agents by Marco Shwartz Style and approach Combining both video and text and built from some of Packt's very best Arduino content, this course comprises of three modules covering a range of projects. It's completely focused on helping the user get creative as quickly as possible so they can explore what's possible with Arduino themselves.