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Understanding by Design (2005, Expanded 2nd Edition)
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Wiggins and McTighe revolutionized curriculum design by challenging educators to work backward from desired results rather than forward from favored activities and textbook chapters. Their backward design framework, iden...
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The Structure of Scientific Revolutions (1962)
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Kuhn fundamentally challenged how we understand scientific progress. Rather than viewing science as a steady accumulation of facts building toward truth, he argued that science advances through revolutionary upheavals wh...
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Dyslexia: A Hidden Superpower?
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Being called stupid sucks. Believing it is devastating.
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Expanding Your Leadership Impact
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A Review of The Science of Leadership (Hull & Moore)
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Responsibility and The Power of Clear Communication
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“Far too often, we assume that if somebody doesn't understand what we're telling them, it's because they are 'stupid' or 'closed-minded.' That is very rarely the case. While we know our subject matter, we may fail to kno...
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Speak-Up Culture by Stephen Shedletzky
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Stephen Shedletzky's book Speak-Up Culture delves into the importance of creating environments where individuals feel safe and empowered to voice their thoughts, concerns, and ideas. The book explores how leaders can fos...
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C.O.R.E. Insights from "Make It Stick"
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Make It Stick: The Science of Successful Learning by Peter C. Brown, Henry L. Roediger III, and Mark A. McDaniel is a landmark book that offers profound insights into how learning actually works. The book delves into the...
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Unlocking the Power of Curiosity
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In Curious?: Discover the Missing Ingredient to a Fulfilling Life, author Todd Kashdan explores the often overlooked but immensely powerful role that curiosity plays in leading a meaningful and fulfilling life. Kashdan a...
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- Wellbeing
A Fearless Heart
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In A Fearless Heart: How the Courage to Be Compassionate Can Transform Our Lives, Thupten Jinpa, a former monk and the principal English translator for the Dalai Lama, explores the profound impact of compassion on our li...
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The Power of Self-Compassion
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Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Dr. Kristin Neff is a groundbreaking book that explores the concept of self-compassion, which involves treating oneself with the same kindness, care, and und...
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The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek
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The Infinite Game by Simon Sinek explores the concept of viewing life, business, and leadership as an infinite game—one where the goal is not to "win" in the traditional sense but to continue playing and adapting in a co...
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Nonviolent Communication: A Path to Empathy and Understanding
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What is Nonviolent Communication?
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The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey
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The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey is a timeless classic that has transformed the lives of millions ( including my own) since its publication. The book presents a principle-centered approach ...
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Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl
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Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl is a profound and moving memoir that explores the author’s experiences as a prisoner in Nazi concentration camps during World War II. Frankl, a psychiatrist and neurologist, d...
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10 to 25 - A Roadmap for Navigating Early Adulthood Mentorship
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10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People by David Yeager provides a fresh, research-based perspective on guiding young people through the crucial developmental years between 10 and 25. By exploring the science be...
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Scientific Teaching (First Edition)
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Scientific Teaching challenges educators to apply the same rigor they use in research to their teaching practice. The book translates complex findings from education, learning, and cognitive psychology into practical, ac...
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Resetting for Success: How Systems Thinking Transforms Change
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Dan Heath’s Reset: How to Change What's Not Working was an absolute pleasure to read. What stood out most to me was how seamlessly Heath integrates principles from systems theory to offer a structured, actionable approac...
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Unlocking the Power of Inquiry: How 'A More Beautiful Question
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"A More Beautiful Question" by Warren Berger explores the power of inquiry, emphasizing how asking the right questions can lead to innovation, personal growth, and deeper understanding. The book argues that cultivating t...
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Radical Candor: Blueprint for Success in Teaching and Leadership
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Originally penned by Kim Scott, a former executive at Google and Apple, Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity introduces readers to a revolutionary approach to feedback and relationship-building...
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Understanding by Design (2nd Expanded Edition)
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UbD answers a deceptively simple question: How do you design curriculum that actually leads to understanding rather than just coverage? The book presents "backward design": starting with desired results, then determining...
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Teaching with AI:A Practical Guide to a New Era of Human Learning
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In their insightful book, Teaching with AI: A Practical Guide to a New Era of Human Learning, authors José Antonio Bowen and C. Edward Watson explore the transformative potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in educat...
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Sapiens: Insights on Teaching and Leadership in Higher Education
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Yuval Noah Harari’s Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind offers more than just a history lesson. The book’s deep dive into the evolution of humanity provides a lens through which educators and academic leaders can reima...
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May Contain Lies: The Pursuit of Truth in a World Full of Biases
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In my blog post from September 3, 2024, Understanding Truth: Navigating to Absolute Reality, I discussed the distinctions between personal, social, and objective truths. Neil deGrasse Tyson’s concept of objective truth—t...
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The Infinite Game (2019)
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Sinek applies philosopher James Carse's distinction between finite and infinite games to business leadership. Rather than viewing business as a competition to be won, he argues that sustainable success requires an "infin...
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Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck
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Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck is a transformative book that explores the profound impact of our beliefs about our abilities and potential. Dweck introduces two core concepts: the "fixed mindset...
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Daisy's Different: A Heartwarming Tale of Acceptance and Resilien
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"Daisy's Different," a beautifully illustrated children’s book authored by Dr. Russ L'HommeDieu, DPT, and Karen L'HommeDieu, LMSW, and illustrated by Patrick Carlson, is more than just a story. It’s a heartfelt journey t...
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Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise
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In Peak: Secrets from the New Science of Expertise, Anders Ericsson and Robert Pool upend the myth that innate talent is the key driver of exceptional performance. Through decades of research, Ericsson introduces us to t...
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Finite and Infinite Games (1986)
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James Carse offers a deceptively simple distinction that becomes a lens for understanding everything from war to love, business to religion. There are two kinds of games: finite games, played to win, and infinite games, ...
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Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance (1974)
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Pirsig weaves together a cross-country motorcycle journey with a philosophical inquiry into the nature of Quality. Part memoir, part philosophical treatise, part father-son road trip, the book uses motorcycle maintenance...