Author: Gaye Gronlund Publisher: Redleaf Press ISBN: 1605546755 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 289
Book Description
Focused Portfolios offers an innovative method to accurately document children's growth and development by observing them in the midst of their everyday activities. Used for years in programs across the country, this easy-to-use system has recently been updated to reflect current best practices in observation and assessment using portfolios, include information on apps and other digital tools to create portfolios for individual assessment and parent engagement, and incorporates individual state standards to develop portfolios that reflect the child's performance.
Author: Karen Hunt-Ahmed Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 1118180909 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 400
Book Description
A comprehensive look at the innovations, applications, and best practices of Islamic finance Islamic-compliant finance is transacted in every major world financial center, and the need for information on the topic in light of its global reach has grown exponentially. As an expert in this field, author Karen Hunt-Ahmed understands the intricacies of this area of the capital markets. Now, along with the help of a number of experienced contributors, she skillfully addresses Islamic finance from the perspective of practitioners, examining issues in wealth management, contract law, private equity, asset management, and much more. Engaging and accessible, Contemporary Islamic Finance skillfully explains the practices and innovations of Islamic finance in everything from banking and real estate to private equity, asset management, and many other areas. It is intended to be the go-to resource for both Muslims as well as non-Muslims with an interest in the subject. Divided into three comprehensive parts, it will put you in a better position to understand, and excel at, this important endeavor. Introduces you to the history, legal structures, and basic financial contracts in the industry Highlights the various issues facing contemporary Islamic finance practitioners, and details their significance in the contemporary financial and cultural environment Includes case studies of United States-based transactions and related challenges and successes Filled with in-depth insights and expert advice, this detailed analysis of Contemporary Islamic Finance will help you gain a firm understanding of how effective this proven approach can be.
Author: Gaye Gronlund Publisher: Redleaf Press ISBN: 1605542512 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 256
Book Description
Intentional teaching begins with focused observations and systematic documentation of children's learning and development. This book is filled with tools and techniques designed to help early childhood educators purposefully observe children, create portfolios with rich documentation, and plan curriculum that supports every child. Discussion questions, observation practice exercises, and reflection assignments are included, as well as DVD with classroom vignettes showcasing observation techniques. Gaye Gronlund is an early childhood education consultant who trains early childhood educators across the country. Marlyn James is an education and early childhood professor.
Author: Ruth S. Johnson Publisher: SAGE Publications ISBN: 154433432X Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 265
Book Description
Developing Portfolios in Education, Second Edition, walks teachers through the practical aspects of creating portfolios and demonstrates how they can be used as an action research tool for reflection and professional development. Authors Ruth S. Johnson, J. Sabrina Mims-Cox, and Adelaide Doyle-Nichols include checklists, visuals, organizational strategies, and hands-on tools to help readers through every step of developing a professional portfolio. Key Features Emphasizes the role of standards as they apply to portfolio content and evaluation Includes chapter-opening scenarios that offer real-world examples of portfolio development New to This Edition Presents a chapter that links portfolio development to action research Contains updated material on electronic portfolio development Provides new step-by-step descriptions of the portfolio process written specifically for teachers Accompanying Student Resources on CD provide video clips of portfolio presentations, sample electronic portfolios for elementary and secondary teaching credential candidates, PowerPoint slides, tables, templates, and links to Web sites.
Author: Adams, Carol A. Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing ISBN: 1800373511 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 456
Book Description
This Handbook provides a comprehensive study of research, practice and policy at the nexus of accounting and sustainability, or sustainable development. Chapters explain key drivers of developments at the nexus, critique those developments, summarise the findings of research on key themes in the field, and suggest areas for further research, offering evidence-based practice and policy solutions.
Author: Boroson Publisher: John Wiley & Sons ISBN: 0471225126 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 305
Book Description
The most trusted name in tax! April 15th comes once a year. But the new tax laws will change the way we save and plan our financial affairs all year-round. That's why J.K. Lasser provides a comprehensive library of smart financial planning and investing advice for all your needs-for tax season and beyond. J.K. Lasser's(TM) Your Income Tax 2002 and J.K. Lasser's(TM) Year-Round Tax Strategies 2002 give early planners a head start on understanding the new tax regulations and preparing for filing the return on April 15th. And Lasser's personal finance guides help you make the most of your money from every angle. Consider it total care for your wealth and financial well-being, 365 days a year.
Author: Peter Lückoff Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media ISBN: 3834965278 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 604
Book Description
Peter Lückoff investigates why fund flows and manager changes act as equilibrium mechanisms and drive the performance of both previously outperforming and previously underperforming funds back to average levels.
Author: Matthias Krühler Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media ISBN: 3834935018 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 236
Book Description
This dissertation fundamentally investigates the ability and explanatory power of the parenting advantage concept to effectively manage business portfolios. It contributes to a largely ignored field of corporate strategy research: namely, the parenting role and value‐added strategies of corporate headquarters.
Author: Margaret Fletcher Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1317506197 Category : Architecture Languages : en Pages : 321
Book Description
Constructing the Persuasive Portfolio helps you learn the art of designing a compelling and effective architectural portfolio. Margaret Fletcher categorizes the architectural portfolio design process into a step-by-step method that you can manage and understand. The full-color book includes 400 portfolio examples from 55 designers, along with more than 50 diagrams, and a set of 48 design actions that are marked throughout. You will learn how to: -Identify your readership -Collect, document, and catalog your work -Organize your portfolio -Visually structure your portfolio -Design your layout -Manage both printed and digital portfolio formats As your ultimate persuasive tool, your portfolio is the single most important design exercise of your academic and professional career. Constructing the Persuasive Portfolio shows you everything you need to know to create your portfolio and is the only portfolio design book you will ever need!
Author: Katherine V. Wills Publisher: Parlor Press LLC ISBN: 1602354448 Category : Computers Languages : en Pages : 190
Book Description
ePortfolio Performance Support Systems: Constructing, Presenting, and Assessing Portfolios addresses theories and practices advanced by some of the most innovative and active proponents of ePortfolios.
Author: Gaye Gronlund
Author: Karen Hunt-Ahmed
Author: Gaye Gronlund
Author: Ruth S. Johnson
Author: Adams, Carol A.
Author: Boroson
Author: Peter Lückoff
Author: Matthias Krühler
Author: Margaret Fletcher
Author: Katherine V. Wills