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  Mindmasters (Anna Caputo...

  Sandra Mantz

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  As algorithms become increasingly adept at accessing the human mind, they also become more and more powerful at controlling it, enticing us to buy a certain product or vote for a certain political candidate. Some of us say this technological trend is no big deal. Others consider it one of the greatest threats to humanity. But what if the truth is more nuanced and mind-bending than that? 
   
   
   
  In Mindmasters, Columbia Business School professor Sandra Matz reveals in fascinating detail how big data offers insights into the most intimate aspects of our psyches and how these insights empower an external influence over the choices we make. This can be creepy, manipulative, and downright harmful, with scandals like that of British consulting firm Cambridge Analytica being merely the tip of the iceberg. Yet big data also holds enormous potential to help us live healthier, happier lives—for example, by improving our mental health, encouraging better financial decisions, or enabling us to break out of our echo chambers. 
   
   
   
  With passion and clear-eyed precision, Matz shows us how to manage psychological targeting and redesign the data game.

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  A Brief History of Albert...

  Scott Matthews

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  Are you captivated by the mysteries of the universe and the minds that unravel them? Eager to understand how a single equation transformed our understanding of everything from atoms to galaxies? Wondering how the thoughts of one visionary could redefine the boundaries of space, time, and reality itself?Dive into the extraordinary life and legacy of Albert Einstein in A Brief History of Albert Einstein - Space, Time, and Quantum Theory: E=mc² and the Foundations of Modern Physics. Within the pages of this book, you will:- Trace the Origins of Genius: Follow Einstein's journey from a curious child to the scientist whose work on the photoelectric effect won him the Nobel Prize. Discover the personal and professional paths that led to his groundbreaking theories.- Unravel the Mysteries of Relativity: Delve into the concepts of special and general relativity, understanding how they challenged and ultimately changed prevailing notions about gravity, motion, and the fabric of space-time.- Explore the Impact of E=mc²: Learn how this famous equation not only unlocked the secrets of the atom but also paved the way for advancements in nuclear energy and quantum mechanics.- Reflect on Einstein's Legacy: Contemplate the lasting impact of Einstein's work on modern physics, technology, and our everyday lives. His legacy is not just in his discoveries but in his approach to questioning, critical thinking, and imagining the impossible.A Brief History of Albert Einstein is more than a biography; it's an invitation to witness the evolution of ideas that have shaped our understanding of the universe. It's perfect for students, science enthusiasts, or anyone intrigued by the story of how humanity has come to grasp the laws that govern our reality. Don't wait to explore the mind and discoveries of one of the greatest scientists in history.

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  Summary - The Highly Sensitive...

  Speedy Library

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  SUMMARY 
    
  THE HIGHLY SENSITIVE PERSON 
  BASED ON THE BOOK BY ELAINE N. ARON 
    
  SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: SPEEDY LIBRARY 
    
  CONTENT 
  Understanding the Highly Sensitive Person 
  The Science Behind Sensitivity 
  The Needs of a Highly Sensitive Body 
  Reframing Childhood Experiences 
  Social Relationships and "Shyness" 
  Thriving at Work 
  Close Relationships and Love 
  Healing Deeper Wounds 
  Medication, Medical Care, and HSPs 
  General Analysis 
    
  ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK 
  "The Highly Sensitive Person" by Elaine N. Aron explores the unique characteristics of individuals with high sensitivity, a trait found in about 15-20 percent of the population. The book details how these individuals process stimuli more deeply, leading to both advantages and challenges. It emphasizes that sensitivity is a normal, neutral trait that is often misunderstood and mislabeled by a culture that does not value it. The narrative arc follows a journey of self-discovery, providing a framework for understanding the trait, reframing past experiences, and navigating relationships and work. The book also delves into the challenges of medical care, medications, and spirituality for H.S.P.s, encouraging them to value their trait and live fulfilling lives.

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  Cybersecurity Design Principles:...

  Richie Miller

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  If you want to become a Cybersecurity Professional, this book is for you! 
  GET THIS BOOK NOW AND START LEARNING TODAY! 
  In this book you will discover:Baseline Configuration, Diagrams & IP Management Data Sovereignty & Data Loss Prevention Data Masking, Tokenization & Digital Rights Management Geographical Considerations & Cloud Access Security Broker Secure Protocols, SSL Inspection & Hashing API Gateways & Recovery Sites Honeypots, Fake Telemetry & DNS Sinkhole Cloud Storage and Cloud Computing IaaS, PaaS & SaaS Managed Service Providers, Fog Computing & Edge Computing VDI, Virtualization & Containers Microservices and APIs Infrastructure as Code (IAC) & Software Defined Networking (SDN) Service Integrations and Resource Policies Environments, Provisioning & Deprovisioning Integrity Measurement & Code Analysis Security Automation, Monitoring & Validation Software Diversity, Elasticity & Scalability Directory Services, Federation & Attestation Time-Based Passwords, Authentication & Toke

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  Equalization or Minoritisation:...

  Lidon Lashley

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  Since the Salamanca Statement on Principles, Policy and Practice in Special Needs Education (1994)—to which Guyana is a signatory—and Guyana's subsequent Disability Act (2010), alongside the CARICOM treaties including the Kingston Accord (2004) and the Declaration of Petion Ville (2013), the debate around equalization versus minoritization has shaped the valuing of Guyanese Inclusive Education.
  
  Vulnerable Guyanese with disabilities, neurodivergence, and diverse needs—especially those facing poverty, displacement, or Indigenous and migrant backgrounds—have not felt the emancipating and liberating impact of a functional inclusive education system. Belonging for minoritised and marginalised persons with disabilities is depersonalising in many instances through surveillances meant to support but ultimately subjugate them.
  
  These inequalities replicate poverty across generations. The "stay-in-your-lane" discourse maintains prejudice and limits access to resources, social mobility, socioeconomic participation, and justice.
  
  This book offers a perceptive view of Guyanese education from the voices of both educators and excluded children—showing what inclusive education really looks like and what it could become.

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  Could Jo Starting A School For...

  Niina Niskanen

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  Many people wonder why Jo starts a school for boys..even though Little Women mentions how much Jo loves boys many times. In Little Men, we can see how Jo and Friedrich wish that their boys grow to respect women, so could Jo starting a school for boys actually be a feminist act? 
  There are lots of people who say that Friedrich forced Jo to start a school or Friedrich forced Jo to become a teacher. None of that happens in the novel. So have these people even read Little Women? In the book, Jo is the one who says that she wants to start a school. Her exact words are Quote "even before I met my Fritz, I used to think how when I made my fortune and no one needed me at home, I'd hire a big house and pick up some poor fore-long little lads who hadn't any mothers and take care of them and make life jolly for them before it was too late. 
  I see so many of them going to ruin for want of help, and at the right minute. I love them, so to do anything for them, I seem to feel their wants and sympathize with their troubles. I know I should so like to be a mother to them". End quote. In the scene in the book where Jo explains her plans on starting school, she clearly says that what she wants to do is to have a flock of boys that she can nurture, she can take care of them and can be a mother to them and love them. A lot of people erase the maternal elements from Jo's character.

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