May 2016 Archives - State Library of Ohio

Business/Commerce

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Step back from the baggage claim (business leader edition) : change the world, start at the airport

by Jason V. Barger

Jason Barger spent seven straight days flying 6,548 miles to seven different cities”living only in the airports the entire time. He studied 10,000 minutes of […]

Stand out : how to find your breakthrough idea and build a following around it

by Dorie Clark

“A guide to becoming a recognized expert in your field Too many people believe that if they keep their heads down and work hard, they […]

Negotiating at work : turn small wins into big gains

by Deborah M. Kolb, with Jessica L. Porter

“Understand the context of negotiations to achieve better resultsNegotiation has always been at the heart of solving problems at work. Yet today, when people in […]

American pain : how a young felon and his ring of doctors unleashed America’s deadliest drug epidemic

by John Temple

The king of the pill mills was American Pain, a mega-clinic that served as a prototype for the rest. From a pristine former bank building, […]

A prison called school : creating effective schools for all learners

by Maure Ann Metzger

Massive open online courses : the MOOC revolution

by Paul Kim [editor]

“Are MOOCs a catalyst for reimagining education, a sign of the increased corporatization of the education sector, or merely a well-publicized but passing trend? Massive […]

Engaging students through social media : evidence based practices for use in student affairs

by Reynol Junco, foreword by Mary Madden

“Using social media to enhance learning outcomes, engagement, and retentionAlthough research shows that most of today’s college students adopt and use social media at high […]

Authentic learning for the digital generation : realising the potential of technology in the classroom

by Angela McFarlane

What’s it like in space? : stories from astronauts who’ve been there

by Ariel Waldman

“Everyone wonders what it’s really like in space, but very few of us every have the chance to experience it firsthand. This captivating illustrated collection […]

What to do when you’re new : how to be comfortable, confident, and successful in new situations

by Keith Rollag

Have you ever felt nervous in new situations? Reluctant to introduce yourself? Afraid to ask questions? We all have. But if you let those worries […]

Think big : overcoming obstacles with optimism

by Jennifer Arnold, MD, and Bill Klein

“Bestselling authors and stars of TLC’s The Little Couple return with an inspirational book that encourages readers to reach for their dreams, no matter what […]

MLA Handbook

by Modern Language Association of America

Aging and the digital life course

by David Prendergast and Chiara Garattini [editors]

A psychiatrist’s guide to successful retirement and aging : coping with change

by H. Michael Zal

52 small changes for the mind

by Brett Blumenthal

Encourages readers to make small daily changes that will promote wellness, overall health, and happiness~From the Publisher

50 more ways to soothe yourself without food

by Susan Albers, PsyD

“People turn to food to cope with stress and sadness, enhance joy, and bring a sense of comfort. But over time, this kind of emotional […]

15 things you should give up to be happy : an inspiring guide to discovering effortless joy

by Luminita D. Saviuc

“When PurposeFairy.com founder Luminita Saviuc posted her simple list of things to let go of in order to be happy, she had no idea that […]

Ancestral mounds : vitality and volatility of Native America

by Jay Miller

“Ancestral Mounds deconstructs earthen mounds and myths in examining their importance in contemporary Native communities. Two centuries of academic scholarship regarding mounds have examined who, […]

The mentor myth : how to take control of your own success

by Debby Carreau

“E-Learning by Design provides a comprehensive, detailed look at the concepts and processes of developing, creating and implementing a successful e-Learning program. Horton’s practical, down-to-earth […]

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Press portrayals of women politicians, 1870s-2000s : from “lunatic” Woodhull to “polarizing” Palin

by Teri Finneman

Recent history suggests the United States is within reach of its first woman president. This book examines the media experiences of women political pioneers who […]

Motherhood, poverty, and the WIC program in urban America : life strategies

by Suzanne Morrissey

Local government consolidation in the United States

by Dagney Faulk and MIchael Hicks

Wonderfully wordless : the 500 most recommended graphic novels and picture books

by William Patrick Martin

Wonderfully Wordless: The 500 Most Recommended Graphic Novels and Picture Books is the first comprehensive best book guide to wordless picture books (and nearly wordless […]

The one-shot library instruction survival guide

by Heidi E. Buchanan & Beth A. McDonough

Though many librarians want to be excellent teachers, they encounter significant barriers to their success, and formal preparation for teaching is usually not offered in […]

Metaliteracy in practice

by Trudi E. Jacobson and Thomas P. Mackey [editors]

Managing change : a how-to-do-it manual for librarians

by Susan Carol Curzon

Infographics : a practical guide for librarians

by Beverley E. Crane

“Designed for librarians who work with all age levels from youngsters to seniors at all educational, reading and language backgrounds, who must fulfill responsibilities that […]

Fundamentals for the academic liaison

by Richard Moniz, Jo Henry, and Joe Eshleman

The role of the library and librarians on campus has changed in the past two decades. Though still relevant to academic enterprise, the transformation of […]

Foundations of library and information science

by Richard E. Rubin

The primary purpose of this book is to describe the current LIS environment and examine some of the ever-changing forces that shape that environment and […]

Under new management : how leading organizations are upending business as usual

by David Burkus

Learning to lead : a workbook on becoming a leader

by Warren Bennis and Joan Goldsmith

The definitive guide to leadership development, now fully revised, updated, and expanded for a new generation of leaders–From the publisher

The first-time manager’s guide to performance appraisals

by Diane Arthur

“Filled with ready-to-use tools including sample dialogues, phrases, and documents – as well as plenty of useful tips – The First-Time Managers Guide to Performance […]