The Curious Diversity

Author : Mario Livio
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2017-07-11
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781476792125

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Why? by Mario Livio Pdf

Astrophysicist and author Mario Livio investigates perhaps the most human of all our characteristics—curiosity—in this “lively, expert, and definitely not dumbed-down account” (Kirkus Reviews) as he explores our innate desire to know why. Experiments demonstrate that people are more distracted when they overhear a phone conversation—where they can know only one side of the dialogue—than when they overhear two people talking and know both sides. Why does half a conversation make us more curious than a whole conversation? “Have you ever wondered why we wonder why? Mario Livio has, and he takes you on a fascinating quest to understand the origin and mechanisms of our curiosity. I thoroughly recommend it.” (Adam Riess, Nobel Prize Winner in Physics, 2011). Curiosity is not only at the heart of mystery and suspense novels, it is also essential to other creative endeavors, from painting to sculpture to music. It is the principal driver of basic scientific research. Even so, there is still no definitive scientific consensus about why we humans are so curious, or about the mechanisms in our brain that are responsible for curiosity. In the ever-fascinating Why? Livio interviewed scientists in several fields to explore the nature of curiosity. He examined the lives of two of history’s most curious geniuses, Leonardo da Vinci and Richard Feynman. He also talked to people with boundless curiosity: a superstar rock guitarist who is also an astrophysicist; an astronaut with degrees in computer science, biology, literature, and medicine. What drives these people to be curious about so many subjects? An astrophysicist who has written about mathematics, biology, and now psychology and neuroscience, Livio has firsthand knowledge of his subject which he explores in a lucid, entertaining way that will captivate anyone who is curious about curiosity.

Author : Ian Leslie
Publisher : House of Anansi
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2014-07-25
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 9781770894044

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Curious by Ian Leslie Pdf

The latest from Ian Leslie, the author of Born Liars, a Globe and Mail Top 100 Book, is a fascinating look at the human characteristic of curiosity — our extraordinary capacity to take pleasure in discovering, learning, and understanding. Curious shows how the practice of “deep curiosity” — persistent, self-reflective seeking of knowledge and insight — is key to the success of our careers, the happiness of our children, the strength of our relationships, and the progress of societies. But it also argues that it is a fragile quality, which wanes and waxes over time, and that we take it for granted at our peril. Ian Leslie proposes that the Internet is opening up a “curiosity gap,” by exacerbating the divide between those with a large cognitive appetite, and those happy knowing no more than they have to know; between the curious and the incurious. He draws on many sources and stories to illustrate his points: Benjamin Franklin at Portsmouth Harbour studying the effect of oil on choppy waters; a bored Galileo distracting himself in a Pisa cathedral by observing the swinging of a recently lit lamp; Leonardo da Vinci doodling ideas in his notebook; Google co-founder Larry Page’s thoughts on the perfect search engine; the invention of the microwave oven; the advantages of your local bookseller over Amazon’s algorithms; a reassessment of Donald Rumsfeld’s defense strategy, and many more. Rich, textured, and exciting, Curious is a new take on the most absorbing human trait of all.

Author : Beverly Kaye,Julie Winkle Giulioni
Publisher : Berrett-Koehler Publishers
Page : 143 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781609946326

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Help Them Grow Or Watch Them Go by Beverly Kaye,Julie Winkle Giulioni Pdf

Kaye and Giulioni identify three broad types of conversations that have the power to motivate employees more deeply than any well-intentioned development event or process to help with career development.

Author : James Tully
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1995-09-07
Category : History
ISBN : 0521476941

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Strange Multiplicity by James Tully Pdf

In the inaugural set of Seeley Lectures, the distinguished political philosopher James Tully addresses the demands for cultural recognition that constitute the major conflicts of today: supranational associations, nationalism and federalism, linguistic and ethnic minorities, feminism, multiculturalism and aboriginal self government. Neither modern nor post-modern constitutionalism can adjudicate such claims justly. However, by surveying 400 years of constitutional practice, with special attention to the American aboriginal peoples, Tully develops a new philosophy of constitutionalism based on dialogues of conciliation which, he argues, have the capacity to mediate contemporary conflicts and bring peace to the twenty-first century. Strange Multiplicity brings profound historical, critical and philosophical perspectives to our most pressing contemporary conflicts, and provides an authoritative guide to constitutional possibilities in a multicultural age.

Author : Felicity Brooks
Publisher : Usborne Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,8 Mb
Release : 2024-07-02
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1805075284

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All about Diversity by Felicity Brooks Pdf

This dynamic and joyous exploration of difference helps young children learn to respond in a kind and equal way to everyone, regardless of shape, size, age, physical and mental ability, gender, ethnicity, beliefs, language, culture, background, and so on. With topics ranging from clothes and food to homes, festivals and families, there is plenty for children to talk about as they find out about what makes people different and what makes them unique.

Author : Hena Khan
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2022-04-19
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781534459892

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Amina's Song by Hena Khan Pdf

Feeling pulled between two cultures after a month with family in Pakistan, Amina shares her experiences with Wisconsin classmates through a class assignment and a songwriting project with new student Nico.

Author : Frederick R. Lynch
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 465 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2017-07-05
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781351483520

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The Diversity Machine by Frederick R. Lynch Pdf

"Diversity" has become the turn-of-the-century buzzword. Republican and Democratic leaders ritually chant "diversity is our strength" and corporate CEOs talk about the need to create a "workforce that looks like America." Most corporate mission statements now contain a clause on "valuing differences" and millions of employees have completed-or soon will undergo-some sort of "diversity training." Where did all this come from -and why? Who created diversity programs? How do they differ? How effective are these policies? Can they do more harm than good in organizations and in the wider society?During the past decade, sociologist Frederick R. Lynch studied the rise of a social policy movement that has successfully moved multiculturalism from universities and foundations into the courts, mass media, and the American workplace. The new diversity policies are future-oriented and market-driven, eclipsing "old" affirmative action debates about overcoming past discrimination against blacks.Based on more than six years of field research and hundreds of interviews, Lynch tracks the development and impact of different forms of diversity policies at dozens of consultant gatherings, in the business and professional literature and through in-depth case studies such as the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department and the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. He profiles the major consultants who have powered the diversity machine, analyzes the benefits and drawbacks of various approaches to workplace diversity and provides numerous "you-are-there" samples of workshops, seminars, and conferences.The book is written for the general reader interested in public-policy issues, social scientists, and others interested in the origins and consequences of workplace diversity policies.

Author : Vera Ahiyya
Publisher : Corwin Press
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2022-02-10
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781071876787

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Rebellious Read Alouds by Vera Ahiyya Pdf

Spark meaningful conversations about race, identity, and social justice in your classroom using read alouds as an entry point. Students need to see themselves and their peers in the books they read, and to engage with varying viewpoints. How can educators create a safe and nurturing space that inspires young children to explore diversity and ask curious questions? In Rebellious Read Alouds, author Vera Ahiyya—beloved by educators worldwide as The Tutu Teacher (@thetututeacher and @diversereads on Instagram)—empowers teachers to encourage classroom conversations about important and culturally relevant topics using daily read alouds as an entry point. Presenting a broad range of read aloud lessons around current, diverse picture books that can ignite deep conversations and learning about self, others, and the world, this wise and joyful guide prepares educators to tackle "hushed topics" with young children. It includes: Booklists, tools, and recommendations for building an inclusive classroom library of titles written or illustrated by people in traditionally marginalized populations Tips and resources for facilitating diversity conversations in a way that’s developmentally appropriate — and meets ELA and social justice standards 45 complete lessons plans around children’s books, with prompts and recommended stopping points for conversation, and suggestions for inspiring discussion and scaffolding deep thinking Interviews with educators and parents who offer advice from their experience doing rebellious read alouds Suggestions for partnering with administration, parents, and colleagues on this important work Spark the rebellious reader inside you and lead your students toward creating a more just and equitable world.

Author : C. L. LORDAN
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 1871
Category : Electronic
ISBN : BL:A0026206437

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Colloquies, Desultory and Diverse, But Chiefly Upon Poetry and Poets; Between an Elder, Enthusiastic and an Apostle of the Law by C. L. LORDAN Pdf

Author : Emmanuel-Auguste-Dieudonné comte de Las Cases
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 1890
Category : Electronic
ISBN : HARVARD:32044019373471

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Memoirs of the Life, Exile, and Conversations of the Emperor Napoleon by Emmanuel-Auguste-Dieudonné comte de Las Cases Pdf

Author : Baden Powell Henry
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 642 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1872
Category : Electronic
ISBN : ONB:+Z226874509

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Hand-book of the Economic Products of the Punjab (etc.) by Baden Powell Henry Pdf

Author : Baden Henry Baden-Powell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 1872
Category : Decorative arts
ISBN : OXFORD:N13634354

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Hand-book of the Economic Products of the Punjab by Baden Henry Baden-Powell Pdf

Author : Baden Henry Baden-Powell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 644 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1872
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UOM:39015049874194

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Hand-book of the Manufactures & Arts of the Punjab by Baden Henry Baden-Powell Pdf

Author : Baden Henry Baden-Powell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 654 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1872
Category : Electronic
ISBN : HARVARD:32044106472293

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Hand-book of the Manufactures and Arts of the Punjab by Baden Henry Baden-Powell Pdf

Author : Dan Rockmore
Publisher : Dartmouth College Press
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2017-06-06
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781512601039

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What Are the Arts and Sciences? by Dan Rockmore Pdf

What constitutes the study of philosophy or physics? What exactly does an anthropologist do, or a geologist or historian? In short, what are the arts and sciences? While many of us have been to college and many aspire to go, we may still wonder just what the various disciplines represent and how they interact. What are their origins, methods, applications, and unique challenges? What kind of people elect to go into each of these fields, and what are the big issues that motivate them? Curious to explore these questions himself, Dartmouth College professor and mathematician Dan Rockmore asked his colleagues to explain their fields and what it is that they do. The result is an accessible, entertaining, and enlightening survey of the ideas and subjects that contribute to a liberal education. The book offers a doorway to the arts and sciences for anyone intrigued by the vast world of ideas.