The author launched his advertising career in 1993 as a copywriter. He gained recognition for his creative work, including innovative uses of online content in TV spots and contributions to award-winning ad campaigns. After nearly twenty years in the industry, he left his position to write his memoir and became a sought-after speaker, inspiring audiences with his courageous story and message about personal power in defining oneself.
With over 1,000 historical photos and 200 captivating stories, this collection offers a rich tapestry of history drawn from the archives of the Walkerville Times and Times Magazine. It provides an engaging glimpse into the past, showcasing significant events and everyday life through vivid imagery and compelling narratives.
From the Fall of the Western Roman Empire to Death of Genghis Khan
The book advocates for recognizing Teaching as a distinct field that merges content and methodology for effective classroom application. It highlights the lack of a canon in Teaching, unlike other intellectual fields, and introduces the "Connecting-the-Dots in World History" series as a model for a teacher-generated curriculum. This series not only serves as a resource for educators to develop their own curricula but also aims to shift public perception of teachers and the teaching profession, promoting a deeper appreciation for their role in education.
From Human Origins to Constantine
Highlighting the potential of teacher-generated curricula, this series aims to transform perceptions of educators and education. By demonstrating effective literacy-based approaches, it encourages teachers to develop their own innovative curricula, ultimately fostering a collaborative and inspiring educational environment.
Set in a near-future Toronto devastated by greed, the narrative explores the plight of thousands of homeless citizens who occupy parks kept artificially warm during harsh winters. Their survival hinges on a power company that has cut off all communication, highlighting themes of societal neglect and the struggle for basic human dignity in a crumbling urban landscape.
Everything You Wanted to Know about the Popularity of World History Today
Focusing on seven foundational works in World History, this analysis spans from H.G. Wells' contributions in 1920 to Susan Wise Bauer's contemporary multi-volume series. It explores the evolution of historical narratives and methodologies, highlighting how these influential texts have shaped our understanding of global history. The book delves into the themes and ideas presented by these authors, providing insights into their impact on the discipline and the broader implications for historical scholarship.
From the Reformation to the Beginning of the Collapse of the Ottoman Empire
The curriculum series emphasizes the impact of teacher-generated materials on world history education. It aims to empower educators to develop their own curricula, fostering innovation and creativity in teaching. By showcasing effective strategies, the series seeks to transform public perceptions of teachers and the teaching profession, highlighting the value of personalized educational approaches.
From the Mongol Empire to the Reformation
Focusing on the distinct nature of teaching as a separate field, Chris Edwards argues for a unique canon of works dedicated to it. His series, Connecting-the-Dots in World History, showcases the effectiveness of teacher-generated curricula, aiming to inspire educators to develop their own materials. This approach not only enhances classroom application but also seeks to shift public perceptions of teachers and their profession, emphasizing the importance of teaching as a critical and independent discipline.
From the Napoleonic Era to the Collapse of the Soviet Union
This curriculum series emphasizes the power of teacher-generated materials in shaping effective education. It aims to inspire educators to develop their own innovative curriculums, promoting a shift in public perception of teaching and teachers. By focusing on literacy-based approaches, it encourages a more engaging and impactful learning experience in world history.
Insights on Insincerity analyzes the concept of insincerity thematically through four types of relationships: from authority to the subordinate, the subordinate to authority, among equals, and in the self and society. Through this, references to classical literature, history, psychology, sociology, and popular culture are examined and analyzed.
The book critiques various federal programs, arguing that many are superfluous, harmful, or better managed at the state or private level. It presents a comprehensive analysis of specific programs that should be eliminated to achieve budget balance and lower taxes, advocating for a reevaluation of federal involvement in certain areas.