American Education

Nosotros, el pueblo de Who HQ, traemos a los lectores la historia completa (argumentos y todo) de cómo surgió la Constitución de los Estados Unidos.

The purpose of this research is to examine the ways in which mentoring affects black graduate students' completion of programs of study. Performance is measured by completion of their graduate program, length of time taken to complete the program, grade point average, and overall attitude about their graduate school experience. On average, over half of all black graduate students leave their programs of study before completion compared to 25 percent attrition (non-completion of program of study) of white students.

Although he started out as a teacher without aspirations to be an activist or politician, Harvey Milk found himself captivated by the history-making movements of the 1960s. He would eventually make history of his own by becoming the first openly gay elected politician in California. While in office, Harvey Milk advocated for equal rights for the gay community.

Even though he's best known for his successful PBS series Mister Rogers' Neighborhood, Fred Rogers never dreamed of working in television. In fact, he hated the very first program that he ever watched! Join author Diane Bailey as she takes listeners through the journey that brought Mister Rogers into our living rooms. From his childhood interest in puppet-making and music, to his courageous visit to Russia during the Cold War, this audiobook details Mister Rogers' quest for kindness and his gentle appeal to be more neighborly.

If you speak German, you need to focus your English learning on the most frequently used English phrasal verbs. Learn how to understand the meaning of the 100 English phrasal verbs you need for everyday life.

Shrimp Creole, clam chowder, chicken and sausage jambalaya, Southern fried chicken, Boston cream pie...just one taste of them and you'll realize how enjoyable real American-style cooking can be. There's much more to the American cooking tradition than those savory, lip-smacking burgers and hotdogs dressed with relish and ketchup, and juicy steaks sizzling aromatically on the grill with the traditional baked potato served with salad, French bread, and wines.

Do you love traveling? During your travels, did you wish you could understand or communicate in the local language even a little bit? This audiobook will help you during your travels to any of the Spanish-speaking countries. Learn Spanish for American Tourists was written with an American in mind, the things they would look for, find important, and the general things most travelers need to know to communicate in the local language. Impress fellow travelers or the locals on your next trip!

If you're looking for a captivating collection of Central American myths, then pay attention.... Mexico and the Central American states are home to many indigenous peoples, each of whom speaks their own language and lives according to their own customs. These diverse peoples have rich storytelling cultures, passing down myths about gods and the work of creation, and about the humans who for good or ill interact with these otherworldly beings.

国土が日本の約２５倍のアメリカ。広大なこの国では、天候や住む場所によって食習慣や生活習慣が違い、価値観も違います。しかしアメリカ人気質は、全てのエリアに存在します。「自由、平等、自立精神」を愛し、将来の夢に向かいチャレンジする事です。またアメリカ生活を楽しむ為には、「笑顔を絶やさない、明るく、堂々としていて(相手の目を見て話す)」などが基本です。常に日本的価値観のみで物事を判断しないことを覚えておく事も大切です。しかし日本育ちの私達には、社会文化的に解からない事が山積みです。ですから、なるべく早いうちに友達を作りましょう！日本人よりも他人と気軽に話を楽しむアメリカ人です。アメリカ流の社交スキルが身に付けば話し相手は、すぐに見つかります。そこから日本流の友達を意味する人を探すのには時間がかかりますが、常に他人に対し、フレンドリーに接し、自分の事や意見を誠実に正直に話す事が出来るようになれば必ず真の友が見つかります。そのお手伝いをするのがダンがプロジュースするこの...

【シリーズ解説】ビジネスにもプライベートにも信頼関係が大切。その信頼関係を築くには、文化やマナーの違いをきちんと理解することが非常に重要です。このシリーズは、アメリカの文化をより深く理解し、たくさんの友達を作る手助けとなるよう、「文化」と「英語」の両方を学ぶレッスンシリーズです。英語を学ぶだけでは友達はできません。あらゆるシチュエーションで、アメリカ人がどのように考え、どのように行動するかを学びます。「今のアメリカ人の考え方」と「今、実際に使われている英語」が満載のこのシリーズで、アメリカ流のコミュニケーション術を修得し、たくさんの友達を作りましょう！　【シリーズストーリー】２人の在米日本人（大学生の花、駐在員の武）が、学校や会社で、恋愛や仕事を通してアメリカ人との真の友情を築く姿が描かれます。人前で話すのが苦手な花。友人キャシーの力を借り、大学の授業、友人同士の雑談、ボーイフレンド...etc...

【シリーズ解説】 ビジネスにもプライベートにも信頼関係が大切。その信頼関係を築くには、文化やマナーの違いをきちんと理解することが非常に重要です。このシリーズは、アメリカの文化をより深く理解し、たくさんの友達を作る手助けとなるよう、「文化」と「英語」の両方を学ぶレッスンシリーズです。英語を学ぶだけでは友達はできません。あらゆるシチュエーションで、アメリカ人がどのように考え、どのように行動するかを学びます。「今のアメリカ人の考え方」と「今、実際に使われている英語」が満載のこのシリーズで、アメリカ流のコミュニケーション術を修得し、たくさんの友達を作りましょう!【シリーズストーリー】2人の在米日本人(大学生の花、駐在員の武)が、学校や会社で、恋愛や仕事を通してアメリカ人との真の友情を築く姿が描かれます。人前で話すのが苦手な花。友人キャシーの力を借り、大学の授業、友人同士の雑談、ボーイフレンド...etc.アメリカでの学生生活の振る舞い方を体感していきます。彼女はアメリカの学生社会に溶け込むことはできるのでしょうか?結婚したい年頃の武。新しく引っ越したアパートのご近所さんとの付き合い方から友達の探し方、下品なアメリカのスラングへの対応まで、米国での日常の生活をご紹介します。さてさて、武は新しい彼女をアメリカでゲットできるのでしょうか!?【レッスン内容】...

Diesen Monat geht es in den Süden der USA. Trainieren Sie Ihr Hörverständnis, und genießen Sie den Klang eines authentischen Südstaatenakzents...

Get By in Latin American Spanish is devised specifically for travellers. The 70-minute download will help you to get to grips with the basics of spoken Spanish, and introduces the most relevant language you'll hear when you're there. Listen to the audio a couple of times to practise the key phrases and vocabulary, and familiarise yourself with Latin American Spanish pronunciation.

Do you want to learn how to make healthier choices with American recipes, in order to enjoy good health without leaving out the fun? Then this audiobook is for you! This audiobook has been researched and recorded to educate and enlighten the listeners about making both healthy and savory choices with American recipes, so you can live well and enjoy fantastic dishes at the same time.

This audiobook is for English learners and explains some of the various aspects throughout American culture. It is difficult to fully understand the diversity and complexity of the United States for foreigners that have never been to America, or have only visited a few times. Topics such as education, marriage trends, fashion and government structure are covered. It is recorded in intermediate to advanced English. If you would like to know more about American culture, this is for you.

American Chapters presents short stories in vivid and easy-to-read, 500-word chapters, perfect for English language learners internationally and adult literacy learners in countries where English is commonly used. All stories are also offered as audiobooks for learners who want to hear the sounds of American English. Cecilia Hunter lives in Sunflower, a little town under the big West Texas sky. She runs a home health care business for the elderly. Cecilia visits her clients, cleans their houses, and helps them run errands.

This audio study guide for Empire of the Summer Moon by S.C. Gwynne includes detailed summary and analysis of each chapter and in-depth exploration of the book’s multiple symbols, motifs, and themes, such as the Comanches’ role as the most powerful Native American tribe in American history; the anti-romantic “noble savage”; and learning from history. Featured content also includes commentary on major characters, 25 important quotes, essay questions, and discussion topics.

Even native-born Americans don’t know the Deep South well. It’s a beautiful, deeply forested region with diverse people and a long history. These stories set in Mississippi and Louisiana deal with two mysteries. How well do we know a place? And how well do we know our families?

Welcome to the United States Citizenship Test, a crucial step on your journey to becoming a fully-fledged citizen of this great nation. This test serves as a means to assess your understanding of the principles, history, and governance that define the United States. As you embark on this path, you will not only demonstrate your commitment to becoming an active member of American society but also gain a deeper appreciation for the values that shape the nation's identity.

Brian Longfield’s life has somehow gone in the wrong direction. His wife has died, and he wonders whether he will ever feel happy again. But life does go on, and in unexpected ways. Now he works as a campground host at a beautiful state park in Mississippi, and spends his time helping families at the campground. But strange things happen at the park, too.