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HER STORY OUR STORY-1 Million Lives Transformed
Interview with Dr. Taniko King Jordan
THE INTERSECTIONS OF MENTAL AND PHYSICAL WELLNESS
Presentation by Dr. Taniko King-Jordan
From the Shadows to the Spotlight Unveiling the Real You
"From the Shadows to the Spotlight: Unveiling the Real You" is an anthology book that explores personal journeys of transformation and self-discovery. Through a collection of stories, the book illuminates the journey from a place of obscurity or struggle ("the shadows") to a place of visibility and authenticity ("the spotlight"). Each narrative delves into the challenges faced, the lessons learned, and the ultimate triumph of revealing one's true self. This anthology celebrates the power of vulnerability, resilience, and personal growth, inspiring readers to embrace their authenticity and step into the light of their own truth.
TEACH SOCIAL WORK WITH A SENSE OF HUMOR
What if you could be much a funnier and more effective Social Work teacher than you are today?
The Social Work teaching world has been waiting for this book: Hundreds of insights and funny examples of how you can create humor, deliver humor and be a likable teacher (and get promoted faster!).
You need to engage your students. You need to know how to make 'em laugh.
Whether you’re a new Social Work teacher/faculty just starting out or a professor looking to use humor for your next “serious” lecture, this book is for you.
This book is NOT about boring academic theories. Reading it, not only will you learn how to discover practical humor techniques and teaching strategies to dramatically improve your sense of humor, you’ll also have plenty of healthy laughs along the way.
Articles
Clossey, L., Bey, H., DiLauro, M., King-Jordan, T., & Rheinheimer, D. (2024). Can the business-oriented higher education environment compromise the integrity of social work education? An exploratory study of faculty perspectives. International Journal of Social Work Values and Ethics, 21(1), 170-199. https://doi.org/10.55521/10-021-111
King-Jordan, T., & Gil, K. (Summer 2021). Dismantling White Supremacy in Social Work Education. Advances in Social Work, 21(2/3), 374-395. Dismantling Privilege and White Supremacy in Social Work Education | Advances in Social Work (iupui.edu)
Book Chapters
King-Jordan, T. (2023) Relentless Resilience: Recognizing and Reinforcing Inner Strength. In Mission Brand New You From the Shadow to the Spotlight Unveiling the Real
You. (pp. 73-95). One Million Lives Transformed.
King-Jordan, T. (2022). Authenticity: A Social Work Perspective. In Teach Social Work With Sense of Humor: Why (and How to) Be a Funnier and More Effective Social Work Teacher and Laugh All the Way to Your Classroom. (pp. 47-56). Curious Academic Publishing.
Gil, K. & King-Jordan, T. (2020). Women and power: Exploring the intersections of Race/ethnicity and culture. In Advancing women in Leadership: Shaping pathways in the political arena.
King, T. (2010). Defending My Destiny. In Culturally Proficient Education: An Asset- Based Response to Conditions of Poverty 1st edition, edited by Lindsey, R., Karns, M., & Myatt, K., (PP. 144-146). Corwin A Sage Company.
Online Professional Development Course(s):
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