Providing both theoretical context and practical resources for designing courses, negotiating differences among students, and responding to and assessing second-language writing, Second-Language Writing in the Composition Classroom addresses key issues for instructors working with multilingual writers in first-year composition.

Second-Language Writing in the Composition Classroom: A Critical Sourcebook

Reference

Cox, Michelle

Ortmeier-Hooper, Christina

Jordan, Jay

Matsuda, Paul Kei

Writing, Research & Publishing Guides

Bedford/St.Martin's

A 2008 survey of Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC) programs found that nearly half of those identified in a 1987 survey no longer existed twenty years later, pointing to a need for an approach to WAC administration that leads to programs that persist over time. In Sustainable WAC, current or former WAC program directors Michelle Cox, Jeffrey R. Galin, and Dan Melzer introduce a theoretical framework for WAC program development that takes into account the diverse contexts of today's institutions of higher education, aids WAC program directors in thinking strategically as they develop programs, and integrates a focus on program sustainability. Informed by theories that illuminate transformative change within systems--complexity, systems, social network, resilience, and sustainable development theories--and illustrated with vignettes by WAC directors across the country, this book lays out principles, strategies, and tactics to help WAC program directors launch, relaunch, or reinvigorate programs within the complicated systems of today's colleges and universities. Acknowledging that every WAC program grows out of a specific institutional context and grassroots movement, this book is a must-read for everyone currently involved in a WAC program or interested in exploring the possibility of one at their college or university.

Sustainable WAC: A Whole Systems Approach to Launching and Developing Writing Across the Curriculum Programs

Melzer, Dan

Galin, Jeffrey R.

Words, Language & Grammar

National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)

After the tragic death of Butch Browning's wife, four families begin to realize how precious their time together is. Butch is facing single parenthood. The O'Reillys are expecting their first child. The Andersons are approaching an empty nest, and the Buckleys are so focused on their children that they've forgotten what they truly need. With just eighteen summers before their children are grown, how do they make the most of that time?

Just 18 Summers (Thorndike Press Large Print Christian Fiction)

Literature & Fiction

Gutteridge, Rene

United States

Thorndike Press

Winner of the Selah Award for Women's Contemporary Fiction and the CLASS Reunion Kudos Book Award, fiction category. After the tragic death of Butch Browning's wife, Jenny, four families begin to realize how precious―and fleeting―their time together is. Each is at a different stage in life: Butch is facing single parenthood. The O'Reillys are expecting their first child. The Andersons are approaching an empty nest, and the Buckleys are so focused on providing their children with everything that they've forgotten what they truly need. With just eighteen summers before their children are grown, how do they make the most of that time when life so often gets in the way? As summer flies by, each of these parents must learn about guilt and grace . . . and when to hold on to their kids and when to let go.

Just 18 Summers

Genre Fiction

Tyndale Fiction

What is in your jewelry box? A love letter, lock of hair, watch, or safety pin? Did you know that God’s fingerprints—evidence of His presence—can be found there as well? We can uncover some amazing spiritual lessons tucked between our pearls, earrings, and silver bracelets. Sometimes we act as if God is distant, but God glimpses are present in every aspect of our lives. We just have to look for them. Take a trip through thirty items in a jewelry box and discover encouragement, inspiration, and confirmation that God is so close we can reach out and touch Him. Be bling for the King. Look for God glimpses in your jewelry box and shine for Jesus.

God Glimpses from the Jewelry Box: Becoming Jewels God Can Use

Religion & Spirituality

Perrodin, John

Christian Books & Bibles

Broadstreet Pub Group Llc

What is in your toolbox? Most of us have hammers and screwdrivers for repairs, and of course power tools—because nothing brings greater happiness than making a mess and generating a lot of noise. But did you know that God’s fingerprints can be found in our toolboxes as well? We can uncover amazing spiritual lessons tucked between our pliers and wrenches. Sometimes we act as if God is distant, but God glimpses are present in every aspect of our lives. We just have to look for them. Take a trip through thirty items in a toolbox and discover encouragement, inspiration, and confirmation that God is so close you can reach out and touch Him. Get powered up to live as a man of character and strength.

God Glimpses from the Toolbox: Living As Men of Character and Strength

Politics & Social Sciences

Social Sciences

Follow Your Heart to Hope Valley Inspired by best-selling author Janette Oke and the Hallmark Channel original TV series When Calls the Heart, these forty devotions from Hope Valley are about finding moments of grace, joy, and beauty amid the unexpected circumstances of life. In this collection, Brian Bird, executive producer and co-creator of When Calls the Heart, and Michelle Cox illuminate the “God-moments” from the fictional, 1910 mining town of Hope Valley. The stories of faith, hope, and love from each episode will inspire and encourage you with wonderful virtues and relatable life lessons. Each chapter contains a quote from one of your favorite citizens, a Scripture verse, a devotional reflection, a prayer, and questions to help you think a little deeper about what’s on your own heart. As Elizabeth Thatcher learned when she headed West to fulfill her dream of becoming a teacher, when God calls the heart, you can expect an adventure!

When God Calls the Heart: Devotions from Hope Valley

Bird, Brian

When Elizabeth Thatcher followed her dream, hopped on a stage coach, and headed West to become a teacher, one of the things she took with her was her beloved journal. That journal became a treasure, for her, her loved ones, and for future generations who could get to know her, her life lessons, and accumulated wisdom through the words on those pages. The same is true for us. There’s something deeply meaningful about writing down our stories, the moments of our lives, our prayer needs, and chronicling our time spent in study and reflection with God. Wrapped in exquisite faux leather, this elegant journal features high-quality paper with encouraging quotes. Reflect on the beauty of God, delight in the knowledge of his love for you, and express your thoughts in the space provided. We’re confident that by the time you fill in the last beautiful page, you’ll have learned what Elizabeth Thatcher did during her years in Hope Valley. Because when God calls your heart, you can expect an adventure. Happy writing!

When God Calls the Heart Journal

Belle City Gifts

Celebrate Christmas in Hope Valley. 
 Christmas truly is the most wonderful time of the year. Whether it’s in the fictional town of Hope Valley in the early 1900s or in our lives today, nothing is more profound than celebrating God’s most important gift to the world. When God Calls the Heart at Christmas is a celebration of faith, family, friends, and the most meaningful Yuletide traditions. Inspired by best-selling author Janette Oke and the Hallmark Channel original TV series When Calls the Heart , these twenty-five devotions not only explore “God-moments” from the series, but they also commemorate favorite holiday recipes, stories, and traditions—many of them contributed by the Hearties, the beloved fans of the show. Journey with us to Hope Valley as we focus on all the reasons for this most blessed season. As shepherds and angels learned on that holy night so long ago, when God calls the heart at Christmas, you can expect a celebration. BOOK FEATURES: • Perfect gift for friends, family and loved ones during the Christmas and Holiday season • Binding: Hardcover • Pages: 176 • Publisher: BroadStreet Publishing Group, LLC

When God Calls the Heart at Christmas: Heartfelt Devotions from Hope Valley (Hardcover) – A Heartfelt Devotional on Celebrating God During Christmas, Perfect Christmas Gift

Encourage one another… Words can inspire, encourage, and convey love. They can poke and prod and compel to action. Or they can wound, discourage, and criticize. And what is said—or not said—in the most mundane moment can alter the course of a life…forever. This collection of touching, true stories, coupled with tips on how to use your words to encourage others, is a poignant reminder of the power of simple little words. Discover more at www.simplelittlewords.com

Simple Little Words: What You Say Can Change a Life

David C. Cook

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