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When asked how she finds inspiration during times of social unrest, Wiley author Tia McNair responded "in times of turmoil and social unrest, I often wonder what happens when the outrage subsides? We must not forget the reasons why and stay focused on what needs to be done for sustained transformation to occur." McNair has written two titles for Wiley, "From Equity Talk to Equity Walk" and "Becoming a Student-Ready College," and currently acts as the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Student Success and Executive Director for TRHT Campus Centers at the Association of American Colleges & Universities.

As proven time and time again, biases are taught. So the practice of inclusion and equity can also begin in the classroom to combat these harmful biases. In "Teaching Race" the authors offer practical tools and techniques for teaching and discussing racial issues at predominately White institutions of higher education. Learn more about this vital resource here: http://ow.ly/lXye30ruU8F

Nearing a year of lockdown across the country, it seems some K-12 schools are doing worse than at the beginning of the pandemic. Students still lack resources, and are fatigued in general. Read more on the growing inequity within public schools across the nation in this article by Alvin Powell of the Harvard Gazette. http://ow.ly/8far50DbWFn

As everyone gets #backtoschool, it seems like we are facing the same problems we have been for the past year. With plans constantly changing, and students still adjusting to this new normal, teachers have to continue to adapt. Here are two of our favorite resources for virtual teaching, that give tangible, relevant examples to improve your online classroom. Let us know what you think! http://ow.ly/S1NR30rte3A

Many students have limited access to technology, whether they are sharing a computer with a sibling or do not have a quality internet connection. There are many limitations students, and teachers, are facing in the process of learning during the pandemic. However, around the country teachers have teamed up with local television stations to help teachers engage students through programming. In some cities, teachers are given an hour of airtime to teach condensed lessons in an engaging and new format. Read more here: http://ow.ly/U7St30rr6W4

Music is a huge part of many cities' cultures, but it centers around the community. With the pandemic, it was difficult to continue musical traditions in cities, as well as schools. Learn how music programs in New Orleans are getting back into the groove, while remaining cautious of the health of students. http://ow.ly/7QRv30rprAC

If you’ve spent the last few months sitting through endless Zoom meetings, you’re probably familiar with Zoom Fatigue. But did you know that many students are reporting the same experience with their online courses? Join Dr. Jonathan Brennan next Friday as he shares research regarding the underlying causes of Zoom Fatigue and actionable methods to address it. During this session, you will learn practical strategies that you can quickly and easily implement in distance learning courses across all disciplines. Sign up today! http://ow.ly/9M4E30rgJl0

Have you checked out our new release from author Jonathan Brennan, "Engaging Learners through Zoom: Strategies for Virtual Teaching Across Disciplines?" This title belongs in the collection of every educator who wants to motivate and inspire their students to excel in a virtual learning environment. And it has said to provide the "the antidote to Zoom fatigue," which we all are feeling right about now. Are you sold yet? Grab your copy now at the link! http://ow.ly/aVmv30rgJkY

Are all your student's cameras off? Do you feel their battery power plummet after the first half-hour? Maintaining people's focus over Zoom is just the newest struggle teachers are facing in todays tech-driven world. We see it across all disciplines, but it seems we have the solution coming our way. In the new release from distance education expert Dr. Jonathan Brennan, "Engaging Learners through Zoom: Strategies for Virtual Teaching Across Disciplines," you will find over 150 active learning strategies with step-by-step directions, as well as tools that can be used in face-to-face and hybrid environments. Don't let Zoom anxiety take over your classroom, and pre-order your copy today! http://ow.ly/DW9i50BUrwu

Wonderful and heartfelt advice from the great Patrick Lencioni to share with all graduating students this year

Now more than ever, we appreciate all educators during Teacher Appreciation Week! This week only, special eBook pricing on two of @Doug_Lemov 's classic titles. Visit your favorite retailer for these specials today!

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Thank you for all that you do! This week, enjoy 50% off eBooks of the entire Mindset Mathematics series when you visit http://ow.ly/gd2v50zxy6h

Enjoy some of these fun chemistry experiments from Janice VanCleave's 204 Sticky, Gloppy, Wacky, and Wonderful Science Experiments, a collection of fun, simple experiments in astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth science, and physics for kids ages 8-12. http://ow.ly/IDis50zbh3K

Top Secret... Crack the code of superspy science fun! Enjoy this sampler from JB classic, Spy Science and discover how spies use science to keepor uncovertop secrets! http://ow.ly/3G9r50z4xLM

Harness your kid's inner detective skills! Learn how to find and identify fingerprints using these fun activities from JB classic, Detective Science! http://ow.ly/nnwW50yY24e

In need of some fun and engaging activities for students while they are home? We are here to help! We've pulled together some of our most fun experiments from the NEW Janice Van Cleave book to keep your kids learning while having fun! http://ow.ly/RZGI50yRgpn

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Sending a huge thank you to teachers everywhere. What made you want to become a teacher? Share your story on our site to enter to win a $250 Amazon gift card! Click to enter & see rules: http://ow.ly/InXX50u0PO3

A huge congratulations to Jo Boaler for topping BookAuthority's list of the '100 Best Teaching Books of All Time' with Mathematical Mindsets! Check out the list featuring many of our other fantastic JB authors as well! http://ow.ly/4Vv230ohtBf

"It’s not just what you know in life, it’s who you know" Check out JB author Michael B. Horn's latest Forbes article featuring Julia Freeland's new book Who You Know, available now wherever books and eBooks are sold! http://ow.ly/KA5B30lKUsd

Check out the latest from EdSurge Education’s Latest Secret Trend: Networking https://bit.ly/2MR8jM1 featuring JB authors Julia Freeland and Lydia Dobyns!