This is a book filled with simple truth. The problem most of us have is that we get so busy in our daily lives that we forget these things. Success Tidbits will remind you of them in an entertaining way. Each "tidbit" is focues on improving our daily lives in a specific area. The "tidbits" were all originally two minute talks before a group of diverse business leaders. They are brief, to the point, and written to capture your imagination!

This is a book filled with simple truth. The problem most of us have is that we get so busy in our daily lives that we forget these things. Success Tidbits will remind you of them in an entertaining way. Each "tidbit" is focues on improving our daily lives in a specific area. The "tidbits" were all originally two minute talks before a group of diverse business leaders. They are brief, to the point, and written to capture your imagination!

Why aren't more schools seeing significant improvement in students' reading ability when they implement Response to Intervention (RTI) or Multitiered Systems of Support (MTSS) in their literacy programs? These frameworks serve as a way for educators to identify struggling readers and provide the small-group instruction they need to improve their skills. But the success stories are too few in number, and most schools have too little to show for their efforts. What accounts for the difference? What are successful schools doing that sets them apart? Author and education consultant Susan Hall provides answers in the form of 10 success factors for implementing MTSS. Based on her experience in schools across the United States, she explains the "whys" and "hows" of Grouping by skill deficit and using diagnostic assessments to get helpful data for grouping and regrouping. Implementing an instructional delivery model, including the "walk-to-intervention" model. Using intervention time wisely and being aware of what makes intervention effective. Providing teachers with the materials they need for effective lessons and delivering differentiated professional development for administrators, reading coaches, teachers, and instructional assistants. Monitoring progress regularly and conducting nonevaluative observations of intervention instruction. Practical, comprehensive, and evidence-based, 10 Success Factors for Literacy Intervention provides the guidance educators need to move from disappointing results to solid gains in students' literacy achievement.

"The Dying GOD: A Vampire's Tale should run forever a great cast. The playwright has a gift for words." -Joe Frankin, WOR-AM Radio "If you found yourself jumping on the Internet looking for news after your Da Vinci Code read, you will probably enjoy the new play by writer and director Gerard Denza which brings a modern and original spin to the very popular vampire concept. Pretty dramatic and intellectual stuff here. I thoroughly enjoyed The Dying GOD: A Vampire's Tale it was fresh, made me think, at times I even found myself wondering if this was real and the cast was going to induct me into this cult " -Betyper (Internet Newspaper)

Tidbits for the Emerging Hospitality Professional was designed to aid in the professional development for the next generation of hospitality professionals. The tidbits are useful and vital to developing and navigating a successful career in the hospitality industry. This book will benefit students and faculty of hospitality education by providing resources and strategies to excel academically and professionally in the hospitality industry. Tidbits for the Emerging Pineapple Professional serves as a guiding agent for career and professional development and the best practices in the hospitality environment. The resources provided are transferable to other business-related industries such as retail, sports management and entertainment. Hospitality students and emerging hospitality professionals will find this book as a solid road map to building a successful and meaningful career in the hospitality industry.

Public speaking can sometimes be the most terrifying thing anyone can do. It doesn't have to be. In fact, with these tools and tips, you can learn to communicate your message with enthusiasm and vigor! Embrace public speaking. It'll transform your life.