Learning Culture

Born in 1858, Franz Boas permanently changed the standards and practices of anthropology. A German-born secular Jew, he became known for his distinctive approach to the discipline - non-hierarchical, open to diverse inputs, and unbiased. Throughout his career, Boas used his scholarship to effect social change. His work convinced his colleagues to abandon the theories that had decided one race (Caucasian) and one culture (Western European) were more fully developed and worthier than others.

In 20th-century America, no power - and no threat - loomed larger than the communist superpower of the Soviet Union. America saw in the dreams of the Soviet Union the overthrow of the US government, and the end of democracy and freedom. Albert Marrin examines a unique time in American history...and explores both how some Americans were lured by the ideals of communism without understanding its reality and how fear of communist infiltration at times caused us to undermine our most deeply held values.

Who is a roadman really? What's wrong with calling someone a 'lighty'? Why do people think black guys are cool? These are just some of the questions being wrestled with in Black, Listed, an exploration of 21st-century black Identity told through a list of insults, insights and everything in between. Taking a panoramic look at global black history, interrogating both contemporary and historical culture, Black, Listed investigates the ways in which black communities (and individuals) have been represented, oppressed, mimicked, celebrated and othered.

Are you learning German? Knowing more words is one of the best ways to speak and understand more German. And if you want to sound like a native speaker, you'll need vocab that's relevant to German culture and daily life and that is actually used by German people. With Learn German: Discover German Culture & Traditions by GermanPod101.com, you learn the must-know vocab and German cultural insights that you won't find in a textbook.

Embark on a journey through the heart of Scottish Gaelic culture with Celtic Wisdom and Wit. This captivating collection of proverbs offers a window into the rich traditions, humor, and wisdom of the Celtic people. Each proverb, lovingly translated into English, reveals the timeless values and keen insights that have shaped generations, making this book a treasure trove of cultural heritage. But this is more than just a collection of sayings—it's an immersive experience. Accompanied by beautifully crafted illustrations, each proverb comes with detailed notes that explore the cultural and ...

Fun Facts from Around the World: Simply Spoken Discover the world’s most fascinating facts in a fun and easy-to-read guide! "Fun Facts from Around the World: Simply Spoken" takes you on a journey across the globe, exploring amazing cultural traditions, strange and wonderful foods, incredible natural wonders, and surprising inventions. Whether you’re curious about how people celebrate in different countries or want to learn about the tallest animals and most unique inventions, this book is filled with fun and interesting facts that will spark your curiosity and keep you entertained. ...

Have you ever wanted to travel? How about traveling solo? How about traveling solo as a female? Once you’ve made traveling a priority and want to make your dreams a reality, go ahead and pick up this quick guide! I’ll cover everything you need to know! It will help you manage details from trip preparation to your return home. I’ll even discuss concerns you might forget during your initial excitement.

Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, a diverse group of teachers and students working together on academic computing systems conducted many of the activities we now recognize as personal and social computing. Joy Rankin draws on detailed records to explore how users exchanged messages, programmed music and poems, fostered communities, and developed computer games like The Oregon Trail. These unsung pioneers helped shape our digital world, just as much as the inventors, garage hobbyists, and eccentric billionaires of Palo Alto.

A group of children go on a field trip for a guided tour of city hall, where they learn about the roles of the city council, the mayor, and other city departments.

A group of children go on a field trip for a guided tour of a bank, where they learn about how money is stored and distributed.

Winning teammates are the people that make it possible for any group to succeed - the people on whom others depend. Winning teammates are the people who others want to work with. Winning teammates bring more than just technical skills - they bring interpersonal skills that every great organization needs to create and maintain a positive and productive culture. In the book, you meet Nick Turner, a talented worker who finds himself changing jobs - again.

In this inspirational book, Stones Crying out, Gertrude Garrow elucidates clearly and concisely the origin and authorship of the books of the Bible using historical and archaeological evidence to show its reliability. Added to this, she reveals the astonishing accuracy of fulfilled prophecy and takes a brief look at future predictions.

Dr. Rushdoony had predicted that the humanist system, based on anti-Christian premises of the enlightenment, could only get worse. Rushdoony was indeed a prophet. He knew that education divorced from God and from all transcendental standards would produce the educational disaster and moral barbarism we have today. The title of this audiobook is particularly significant in that Dr. Rushdoony was able to identify the basic contradiction that pervades a secular society that rejects Gods sovereignty, but still needs law and order, justice, science, and meaning to life.

Kanazawa in Ishikawa Prefecture is one of the big cities that represents the Hokuriku region.

Are you Black and in love? Strengthen your bond and discover true intimacy with your partner before you “jump the broom.” Before the Broom is an indispensable workbook—the resource you need to facilitate self-reflection and communication between you and your partner to equip you for lifelong marital happiness. Renowned psychologists and couples therapists Erica Holmes, Ronecia Lark, and Jessica M. Smedley have collaborated to provide easy-to-follow exercises that explore many common areas of relational conflict, examined through a historic lens specific to the Black American ...

When Clara arrived in America, she couldn't speak English. She didn't know that young women had to go to work, that they traded an education for long hours of labor, that she was expected to grow up fast. But that didn't stop Clara. She went to night school, spent hours studying English, and helped support her family by sewing in a shirtwaist factory. Clara never quit, and she never accepted that girls should be treated poorly and paid little.

Alaa loves Aleppo, but when war comes his neighbors flee to safety, leaving their many pets behind. Alaa decides to stay—he can make a difference by driving an ambulance, carrying the sick and wounded to safety. One day he hears hungry cats calling out to him on his way home. They are lonely and scared, just like him. He feeds and pets them to let them know they are loved. The next day more cats come, and then even more! There are too many for Alaa to take care of on his own. Alaa has a big heart, but he will need help from others if he wants to keep all of his new friends safe.

Vote for me! It's election time, and campaign ads are everywhere. But what does fundraising, door knocking, and campaigning have to do with getting elected? Listeners learn all about political campaigns and how they play a part in our elections.

The workplace is going through a large-scale transition with digitization, automation, and acceleration. Critical skills and expertise are imperative for companies and their employees to succeed in the future, and the most forward-thinking companies are being proactive in adapting to the shift in the workforce. Kelly Palmer, Silicon Valley thought leader from LinkedIn, Degreed, and Yahoo, and David Blake, cofounder of ed-tech pioneer Degreed, share their experiences and describe how some of the smartest companies in the world are making learning and expertise a major competitive advantage.

Have you miserably failed at growing Moth Orchids or Phalaenopsis? Can't get them to rebloom? As the sensationally popular founder of Ohio Tropics, Raffaele has created this easy to understand audiobook that covers all the critical topics for the complete novice to successfully grow Moth Orchids: purchasing your first orchid, light, watering, fertilizing, temperature, humidity, flowering, repotting, and pests.