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Alcott Germany II’s ecstatic book, “Real World 101: Student Guide,” was among the books featured in the December 2024 issue of The New York Times Book Review (NYTBR) magazine.
Alcott Germany, II is an experienced practitioner when it comes to presenting simple solutions to complex problems. When Alcott shares ideas, he prefers using vivid images and stories that connect with his audience. This approach has resulted in personal and team achievements as an engineer, logistics manager, and Vice President in multiple industries and Fortune 500 companies.
Alcott earned a B.Ch.E. degree from the University of Detroit Mercy and a M.Ed. degree in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Phoenix. At the University of Phoenix, Alcott developed a student-centered learning method that focuses on helping students grow their thinking skills and gain knowledge in the classroom through teamwork and active participation. Shortly after, Alcott used this method to create an online tool to assist teachers in bringing student-centered learning to their classrooms. Visit his website for more information: https://alcottgermanyii.com/
“Real World 101: Student Guide” was one of the books displayed by Citi of Books during the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books (LATFOB), held at the University of Southern California on April 20–21, 2024. It is the largest book festival in the US that brings together renowned authors, emerging voices, and book lovers to explore the world of storytelling.
This book was also displayed in Frankfurt, Germany during the 76th Frankfurt International Book Fair (Frankfurter Buchmesse). For worldwide business and trading, it is regarded as the most significant book fair on earth.
Recently, “Real World 101: Student Guide” was displayed at the book fair where creativity meets the future, the London Book Fair, which took place last March 11-13, 2025, in Olympia, London. This annual gathering brings together the best of the international literary world, offering a platform for creativity, innovation, and collaboration.
This book is also available in French Edition, Spanish, Mandarin, German, and Korean Edition. Anticipate his upcoming editions that will be available in Norwegian Edition, Swedish, Portuguese, Hindi, Hebrew, Japanese, Arabic, Filipino, Italian, Dutch, and Finnish Edition.
“Real World 101: Student Guide” is a fun discussion between you the reader and the innovative prowess of Alcott Germany II. While reading through this quick and thought-provoking dialogue, you will understand how to seize control of your own life by learning how to make those unpopular school subjects work for you.
One of the key takeaways from the book is this powerful statement: “The more you educate yourself, the fewer parents you will have in your future.”
It’s a sentiment that resonates deeply, especially for young adults trying to navigate the challenges of school, self-improvement, and future goals. By empowering yourself with knowledge, you become less dependent on external influences and more in control of your own journey. A great read for aspiring young adults, containing great lessons that will last a lifetime.