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Cooperative Work Groups: Preparing Students for the Real

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mandel, Scott M., PUBLISHER: Corwin Press, Mandel outlines how educators can design meaningful learning experiences that will effectively develop a student's ability to thrive in the twenty-first century's workforce.

Cooperative Chemistry Laboratory Manual

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Cooper, Melanie M., PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math, This laboratory manual is probably quite different from any chemistry lab manual you have seen before; it is an attempt to give general chemistry students an appreciation of what chemists do. Real scientists do not have a recipe for each experiment that they perform. Rather, they devise heir own experiments to test their hypotheses and gather and analyze data. In the real world there is no right answer, and so it will be in this laboratory experience. The open-ended projects in the manual will last several weeks and require students to work together in teams to sloven problems, using skills that are ever more necessary in everyday life.

Real Stories: The All-Inclusive Text Book for Developmental

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ortner, Toni, PUBLISHER: Backinprint.com, "Real Stories" is writing and reading text that works. The method is classroom-tested and designed to meet the needs of multi-cultural high school students. It contains three sections: "The Process of Writing" covers the basic building blocks of writing. "Time Savers for Grammar and Punctuation" includes types of sentences, how to find and eliminate run-ons, comma splices and fragments, comma use, nouns, capitalization, direct quotes, verb tenses, and irregular verbs, practice exercises, an answer key, and tests. "The Reader" contains students' personal stories for analysis and discussion. "Real Stories" helps students use words to empower and enrich their lives. Acquista Ora

Social Work Research and Evaluation: Quantitative and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Grinnell, Richard M., JR. / Unrau, Yvonne A., PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, This book is the longest standing and most widely adopted text in the field of social work research and evaluation. Since the first edition in , it has been designed to provide beginning social work students the basic methodological foundation they need in order to successfully complete more advanced research courses that focus on single-system designs or program evaluations. Its content is explained in extraordinarily clear everyday language which is then illustrated with social work examples that social work students not only can understand, but appreciate as well. Many of the examples concern women and minorities, and special emphasis is given to the application of research methods to the study of these groups. Without a doubt, the major strength of this book is that it is written by social workers for social work students. The editors have once again secured an excellent and diverse group of social work research educators. The 31 contributors know firsthand, from their own extensive teaching and practice experiences, what social work students need to know in relation to research. They have subjected themselves to a discipline totally uncommon in compendia-that is, writing in terms of what is most needed for an integrated basic research methods book, rather than writing in line with their own predilections.

Guide to the Social Work Practicum: A Team Approach

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Rogers, Gayla / Collins, Donald / Barlow, Constance A., PUBLISHER: Wadsworth Publishing Company, A useful book that guides social work students through the field practicum, this text offers words of wisdom, practical applications, reflective exercises, and helpful suggestions for all members of the practicum team--the student, practicum instructor, and practicum liaison. It includes well-developed tools and techniques that focus the student's learning in a range of critical arenas leading to the development of competent and confident social work professionals. GUIDE TO THE SOCIAL WORK PRACTICUM can be used as a self-study guide for students in distance education programs or distant field placements; as a textbook in a practicum seminar; or by students and practicum instructors as a manual that supports maximizing the learning value from the supervisory relationship.

The Doctoral Examination Process: A Handbook for Students,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Tinkler, Penny / Tinkler, Carolyn / Jackson, Carolyn, PUBLISHER: Open University Press, The Ph.D. examination process has been "secret" and "mystifying"--but this book sheds light on the process. The authors provide students, supervisors, and examiners with constructive ways of understanding, preparing for, and undertaking the Ph.D. examination. This book is informed by four years of research on the experiences and practices of academics and candidates across disciplines and from across Britain. Valuable for everyone involved in Ph.D. examinations.

The Call to Social Work: Life Stories

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: LeCroy, Craig Winston, PUBLISHER: Sage Publications (CA), The Call to Social Work is a great supplement to courses such as introduction to social work and social welfare, and social work practice. It can also be used in practicum/field courses to give students a better understanding of what various types of social workers do in daily practice.a The text provides stories of real social workers with many different backgrounds, and is designed toahelp students to better understand the profession. Changes to the second edition include:Introductions to each chapter written by the authorEnd of chapter features that will help students apply what they have learned from each storyThe addition of some newer, contemporary storiesPhotos of the contributorsMore descriptive chapter titlesReorganization of stories to fall under major fields of practicea Acquista Ora

Developmental Psychology - A Reader

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: David Messer, David / Messer, David / Dockrell, Julie, PUBLISHER: Hodder Arnold Publishers, This is a lively and stimulating resource for all students of child development. The book begins with an overview of the field, placing the subsequent readings in context within the discipline. It includes classic essays and important recent research, divided into six sections which reflect the major areas of study in developmental psychology: starting off in life; language and communication; cognition and representation; literacy and numeracy; others and their influence; and towards adulthood. In addition the editors have provided suggestions for using the reader and for developing related study skills. Ideal for students in developmental psychology, the book will also interest students in education, social work, and health professions.

Bioinformatics for Biologists

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pevzner, Pavel / Shamir, Ron, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, The computational education of biologists is changing to prepare students for facing the complex datasets of today's life science research. In this concise textbook, the authors' fresh pedagogical approaches lead biology students from first principles towards computational thinking. A team of renowned bioinformaticians take innovative routes to introduce computational ideas in the context of real biological problems. Intuitive explanations promote deep understanding, using little mathematical formalism. Self-contained chapters show how computational procedures are developed and applied to central topics in bioinformatics and genomics, such as the genetic basis of disease, genome evolution or the tree of life concept. Using bioinformatic resources requires a basic understanding of what bioinformatics is and what it can do. Rather than just presenting tools, the authors each a leading scientist engage the students' problem-solving skills, preparing them to meet the computational challenges of their life science careers. Acquista Ora

Student Achievement Series: The Challenge of Democracy:

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Janda, Kenneth / Berry, Jeffrey M. / Goldman, Jerry, PUBLISHER: Wadsworth Publishing Company, The Challenge of Democracy is well-known for its exploration of two themes: the conflicting values of freedom, order, and equality and the majoritarianism vs. pluralism debate. In addition, a focus on globalization and its implications helps students put American government in a broader context. Current coverage includes the latest developments in American Government, including the results of key races in the mid-term election. Student Achievement Series: The Challenge of Democracy is an innovative text and part of a program developed in partnership with teachers and students to meet the learning, study, and assessment goals necessary for student success. Through extensive research and focus groups conducted with a diverse cross-section of students, Houghton Mifflin presents a groundbreaking solution for skills mastery, understanding, and retention. Feedback from students has been instrumental in all aspects of development--from design and pedagogy to testing and assessment to title and packaging. These elements culminate in a textbook program that reflects the way students learn and study best. As with all texts in the Student Achievement Series, The Challenge of Democracy incorporates concise, to-the-point coverage; eliminates extraneous material; integrates pedagogy that reinforces key concepts; features a strong, supporting web component for review, testing, and assessment purposes; and provides students with real value for their educational dollar.

Poetry for Students

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gale Group / Napierkowski, Marie Rose, PUBLISHER: Gale Cengage, Give students the tools they need to make books and authors a meaningful part of their lives by introducing them to one of our "For Students" literary references. These resources are specially crafted to meet the curricular needs of high school and undergraduate college students and their teachers as well as the interests of general readers and researchers. Each title in the series provides understandable, comprehensive explanations of the most commonly studied poems, novels, dramas, epics and short stories as identified by an advisory board of teachers and librarians. No other literature references furnish such a high level of coverage -- all written in an unassuming tone that users will welcome. The references in the Gale Group's "For Students" series provide: -- Easy-to-read discussions of themes, plots and characters -- Easy-to-understand critical essays chosen specifically for students -- Analysis of each work's construction and historical context -- Photos, illustrations and other graphics -- And more The "For Students" series includes Poetry for Students, Novels for Students, Short Stories for Students, Drama for Students, Shakespeare for Students, Shakespeare's Characters for Students and Epics for Students. They're sure to be a welcome addition to your library. Each volume of Poetry for Students provides analysis of approximately 20 poems identified as the most frequently studied in literature courses. Students will discover: -- An overview essay -- An analysis of the poem's construction and form -- A thematic examination -- A discussion of the poem's historical and cultural context -- Selected criticism on the poem or poet -- A briefauthor biography -- Sources for further study and suggested research topics -- Subject, thematic, nationality, author and title indexes

Mathematics for Electronics

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Myers, Nancy, PUBLISHER: Cengage Learning, Algebra-trigonometry based book bridges the gap between math and technology. Open workbook format includes tear-out pages so that assigned work can be collected. Self-paced examples with solutions and exercises assist students with difficult concepts and allow for self-study. Applications are relevant to students' interest in electronics. Includes chapter on digital mathematics for computer technicians.

Together We Pray: Prayers and Services for Gatherings and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Caltagrione, Carmen L., PUBLISHER: Ave Maria Press, The prayers in this book are intended to help groups acknowledge God's role at the center of their common work and in all of life. These prayers fit the needs of groups in all stages of life. A welcome addition to any parish, school or other faith based organization's resource shelf.

Writing for the Real World 2: An Introduction to Business

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Barnard, Roger / Meehan, Antoinette, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, Writing for the Real World is a two-level course in writing for practical purposes.

Liber kaos

Peter J Carroll A complete, advanced magical training course for the individual or for groups, with details of the author's magical order, an outline for setting up a temple, and instructions for carrying out the essential rituals of Chaos Magic. Includes

The Bedford Reader

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kennedy, X. J. / Kennedy, Dorothy M. / Aaron, Jane E., PUBLISHER: Bedford Books, One of the most widely adopted composition readers of all time, "The Bedford Reader "continues to engage and inspire students with remarkable selections, outstanding instructional material, and a unique "Writers on Writing" feature in which 50 of the book's writers comment on their process and their work. Thorough coverage of critical reading, effective writing, and working with sources guides students, now more than ever, through their own academic writing. And an exciting visual dimension shows that rhetorical methods apply to both images and text. " The Bedford Reader "is a favorite of students for the Kennedys' clarity and wit, of instructors for the flexible and realistic view of the rhetorical methods, and of both for the superior selections and perceptive commentaries by writers worth reading.

The complete english grammar for italian students

THE COMPLETE ENGLISH GRAMMAR FOR ITALIAN STUDENTS J. HIRD OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS COD. ISBN Libro in perfette condizioni, mai usato e completo di copertina ed espansioni online (My Digital Book).

Grammar in Use, Intermediate: Self-Study Reference and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Murphy, Raymond / Smalzer, William R., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, Ideal for students preparing for the TOEFL (R) test or other standard examinations, the new edition of this popular North American English grammar title offers even more support, with a larger format to include more explanation and practice, eight new units on phrasal verbs, and 10 pages of Additional Exercises. The book is available with and without a CD-ROM, which includes additional practice exercises, progress reports, interactive games, and a link to the Cambridge Dictionaries Online. You can even create your own tests to review the language learned. The workbook provides students with further practice opportunities.

Transition Education and Services for Students with

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Sitlington, Patricia L. / Neubert, Debra A. / Clark, Gary M., PUBLISHER: Merrill Publishing Company, This book covers the transition of individuals with mild to severe disabilities from a school-age program to all aspects of adult life. The text addresses not only the transition of students with disabilities to employment, but also the transition to future living and post-secondary educational environments. Self-determination, interpersonal, and community integration knowledge and skills are integrated throughout. "Transition Education and Services for Students with Disabilities" builds upon the success of past editions and continues to expand content to include students with severe disabilities and students at the elementary and middle school levels. This text addresses the "ideal "and the "real "in terms of the relationship of the field of transition education and services to the standards-based reform movement in education. This book is intended for use by those in pre-service education programs at the undergraduate and graduate level, as well as those currently teaching in secondary special education programs and/or providing transition education and services.

Hooked on the U.S.A.: Activities for Studying the States

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Strouf, Judie L. H., PUBLISHER: Walch Education, Builds skills for cooperative, independent, or whole-class learning. Includes information and activity packets for each of the 50 states, 196 reproducible activities, teaching guidelines, and more.

Pmp Challenge, Fourth Edition

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ward J Leroy / Levin Ginger, PUBLISHER: Esi International, Completely revised and updated, this easy-to-use, flashcard-format book lets readers quiz themselves on all nine of the project management knowledge areas and the professional responsibility domain. That's a total of 600 questions, and each one includes references to the five project management process groups, the focus of the PMP(R) exam. The book is comprised of chapters for each of the processes and each chapter contains 60 questions and answers. A proven tool for preparing for the PMP(R) certification exam, the book covers information not included on the PMBOK, but that is required to pass the test, such as various quality management concepts, communications styles, and more.

Student Worksheets for Visual Essentials of Anatomy &

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Martini, Frederic H., PUBLISHER: Pearson Educacion, This booklet contains all of the Section Review pages from the book (reproduced twice) for students who would prefer to mark their answers on separate pages rather than in the book itself. In addition, the Visual Outline with Key Terms from the end of each chapter is reprinted with space for students to summarize the content of each module using the terms in the order provided.

Planning Design Engineering Sys CL

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dandy, G. C. / Dandy / Warner, R., PUBLISHER: Spons Architecture Price Book, This comprehensive introduction to the scope and nature of engineering offers students a commonsense approach to the solution of engineering problems. Case studies and real-world examples are used to illustrate the role of the engineer, the type of work involved and the methodology employed in engineering practice.

Real Estate Buying/Selling Guide for Washington

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Covello, Charles J., PUBLISHER: Self-Counsel Press, A house is perhaps the largest single purchase made by the average consumer. Even so, few people understand what they are buying or how they are paying for it. Written by a specialist in real estate law, this practical guide emphasizes solutions to the problems involved in real estate transactions, and provides an excellent introduction to the field of real estate for both the buyer and seller.

PHYSICS SCI/ENG V2 PAP 6E

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: SERWAY, PUBLISHER: B/C, PHYSICS FOR SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS, 6th maintains the Serway traditions of concise writing for the students, carefully thought-out problem sets and worked examples, and evolving educational pedagogy. This edition introduces a new co-author, Dr. John Jewett, at Cal Poly v Pomona, known best for his teaching awards and his role in the recently published PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICS, 3rd, also written with Ray Serway. This authoritative text, along with the newly enhanced supplemental package for instructors and students, provides students with the best in introductory physics education. Providing students with the tools they need to succeed in introductory physics, the 6th edition of this authoritative text features unparalleled media integration and a newly enhanced supplemental package for instructors and students

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