Miranda Wilson – författare

This timely volume challenges the ongoing underrepresentation of Latina women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), and highlights resilience as a critical communal response to increasing their representation in degree programs and academic posts.

An Asset-Based Approach to Advancing Latina Students in STEM documents the racialized and gendered experiences of Latinas studying and researching in STEM in US colleges, and centers resilience as a critical mechanism in combating deficit narratives. Adopting an asset-based approach, chapters illustrate how Latinas draw on their cultural background as a source of individual and communal strength, and indicate how this cultural wealth must be nurtured and used to inform leadership and policy to motivate, encourage, and support Latinas on the pathway to graduate degrees and successful STEM careers. By highlighting strategies to increase personal resilience and institutional retention of Latina women, the text offers key insights to bolstering diversity in STEM.

This text will primarily appeal to academics, scholars, educators, and researchers in the fields of STEM education. It will also benefit those working in broader areas of higher education and multicultural education, as well as those interested in the advancement of minorities inside and outside of academia.

Elsa M. Gonzalez is Assistant Professor of Higher Education at the University of Houston, USA.

Frank Fernandez is Assistant Professor of Higher Education at the University of Mississippi, USA.

Miranda Wilson earned a Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership and Policy Studies at the University of Houston, USA.

This timely volume challenges the ongoing underrepresentation of Latina women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), and highlights resilience as a critical communal response to increasing their representation in degree programs and academic posts.

An Asset-Based Approach to Advancing Latina Students in STEM documents the racialized and gendered experiences of Latinas studying and researching in STEM in US colleges, and centers resilience as a critical mechanism in combating deficit narratives. Adopting an asset-based approach, chapters illustrate how Latinas draw on their cultural background as a source of individual and communal strength, and indicate how this cultural wealth must be nurtured and used to inform leadership and policy to motivate, encourage, and support Latinas on the pathway to graduate degrees and successful STEM careers. By highlighting strategies to increase personal resilience and institutional retention of Latina women, the text offers key insights to bolstering diversity in STEM.

This text will primarily appeal to academics, scholars, educators, and researchers in the fields of STEM education. It will also benefit those working in broader areas of higher education and multicultural education, as well as those interested in the advancement of minorities inside and outside of academia.

Elsa M. Gonzalez is Assistant Professor of Higher Education at the University of Houston, USA.

Frank Fernandez is Assistant Professor of Higher Education at the University of Mississippi, USA.

Miranda Wilson earned a Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership and Policy Studies at the University of Houston, USA.

Teaching Violin, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass summarizes three centuries of string pedagogy treatises to create a comprehensive resource on methods and approaches to teaching all four bowed string instruments. Co-written by three performance and pedagogy experts, each specializing in different string instruments, this book is applicable to all levels of instruction.

Essays on historical pedagogues are clearly structured to allow for easy comprehension of their philosophies, pedagogical practices, and unique contributions. This book concludes with a section on application through comparative analysis of the historical methods and approaches.

With coverage from the eighteenth century to the present, this book will be invaluable for teachers and students of string pedagogy and general readers who wish to learn more about string pedagogy’s rich history, diverse content, and modern developments.

Teaching Violin, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass summarizes three centuries of string pedagogy treatises to create a comprehensive resource on methods and approaches to teaching all four bowed string instruments. Co-written by three performance and pedagogy experts, each specializing in different string instruments, this book is applicable to all levels of instruction.

Essays on historical pedagogues are clearly structured to allow for easy comprehension of their philosophies, pedagogical practices, and unique contributions. This book concludes with a section on application through comparative analysis of the historical methods and approaches.

With coverage from the eighteenth century to the present, this book will be invaluable for teachers and students of string pedagogy and general readers who wish to learn more about string pedagogy’s rich history, diverse content, and modern developments.

Everyone knows what anger is. We''ve all felt it at one time or another, be it a minor, passing annoyance or a full-on all-out rage. Anger is a normal emotion, and most of the time, it''s a healthy one. It becomes a problem when it gets out of control and consumes you to the point that it''s all you can think about. It becomes a problem when it becomes destructive and causes problems in your work and personal life. And, if you let anger control you, you become the prisoner of powerful, unpredictable emotions. 

Anger management is about learning to control how you react to situations that provoke your anger, including your thoughts, feelings, and behavior. Overcoming anger is about learning to move on from what triggers you, no matter how hard it may be, and it will involve the painful exercise of having to go back to what started it and relive it before you can put it behind you. 

An anger management book for kids might sound like a silly idea. Or maybe you''ve tried reading one and thought, "Not for kids!" But anger is also a big issue for the little ones, and the sooner we can teach them how to deal with it, the better off they will be as adults. Anger is a major factor in bullying, aggression, and violence. Peer pressure, the desire for popularity, and bullies can push kids to act out in ways that are uncharacteristic of their true personalities. The result could be harsh words, manipulative behavior, or physical "payback." This book is for kids who have exhibited anger-related behavior that they wish they could take back.

Anger management books are typically aimed at teens, but it''s important to remember that even younger kids can be affected by angry and aggressive behavior. Big emotions scare everyone, and kids have a lot of frightening emotions buried deep inside. They may have an easy time showing their fierce loyalty to their favorite baseball team, but when something upsets them, they are overwhelmed, and it''s hard to know how to behave. This book answers the questions that kids ask themselves when facing these big and unfamiliar emotions. A gentle introduction to the topic is necessary. This book touches on the subject of anger,but not in any way that is intense or overwhelming. The words anger, hurt and upset will be used light-heartedly, while the real information is presented in the text that is more informative than sensational. This is an inclusive, naturalistic book designed to be beginner-friendly and engaging. It can be used as a guide for children struggling with behavior issues or as a valuable tool to help kids understand the importance of learning to control their emotions. Anger management programs and classes exist for kids who need support managing their anger issues. This book can be used in conjunction with those programs, therapy sessions, parent meetings, or group counseling sessions to help kids learn about managing their feelings. While individual treatment will vary, providing this book to parents may help them find some answers to help their children cope with big emotions. So, let''s talk about anger: why it starts, why it matters, and what we can do about it.  

Have you ever found yourself trapped in a negative thought cycle? Maybe you can''t seem to stop dwelling on past mistakes, or you always anticipate the worst in any given situation. Or maybe you find yourself feeling down for no reason at all. If any of this sounds familiar, you''re not alone. Negative thinking is a common issue that can seriously impact your mental and physical health. 

The good news is, with a little effort, you can change your thinking 

patterns for the better. This informative guide will explore its impact, 

the different types, and the causes behind it. We''ll also provide 

practical tips and advice on how to overcome negative thinking and 

start thinking more positively. 

We have all had the displeasure of encountering toxic personalities at one point in our lives. These are the people that get you to wonder which version of them you will encounter on any given day and who will do everything in their power to put the blame for everything on someone or something else. However, we don''t always realize how much their behavior can affect us in our own lives. Spotting toxic traits can be challenging - and this is what makes their actions so damaging. You don''t even know how much power a toxic person yields over you. So, you just let them continue to chip away at your self-esteem until you start questioning your own integrity instead of theirs.

As you will learn from this book, it doesn''t have to be this way. You can live your life in peace and harmony without letting a toxic person drain you of your energy, joy, and hope. This comprehensive book provides deep insight into the different types of negative behavior, highlighting common toxic traits and their possible background. Understanding them will help you move on with your life by learning to focus on yourself first. While this may sound like a delicate prospect given the difficult context of your relationship, putting yourself first will enable you to finally see your experiences with a toxic person from a different perspective, one that truly matters, namely, yours.