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Corporatism and Accountability: Organized Interests in

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Dore, Ronald / Crouch, Colin, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, During the s, organized interests increasingly became involved in lobbying and advising the British government, often even administering public services. Known as "corporatism," this phenomenon involved professional organizations, trade associations, charities, and single-interest pressure groups, and was frequently the object of public hostility. Although by the s, corporatism seemed to have been repudiated, evidence of corporatism continues. The book is the result of a study undertaken by the Social Science Research Council to investigate the accountability of the organizations and to determine if corporatism threatens parliamentary government.

Guns and Garlic: Myths and Realities of Organized Crime

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Homer, Frederic D., PUBLISHER: Purdue University Press, "With the appearance of Homer's study, it is no longer possible to base any serious work about organized crime on the superficial debate over whether or not this set of activities is dominated by one or more particular ethnic groups," writes political scientist Michael A. Weinstein in his introduction. "Homer removes the study of organized crime from the realm of sensationalism and ethnic chauvinism, and places it in the context of contemporary American social structure. He reviews prevalent myths and hypotheses about organized crime and critically analyzes them in the framework of contemporary organization theory. In this context, organized crime is analyzed in its economic, political, ethnic, and social class dimensions."

The Executive and Public Law Power and Accountability in

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Paul P Craig, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, NA Acquista Ora

Cultivating Curious and Creative Minds: The Role of Teachers

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Craig, Cheryl J. / Deretchin, Louise F., PUBLISHER: Rowman & Littlefield Education, Cultivating Curious and Creative Minds presents a plethora of approaches to developing human potential in areas not conventionally addressed. Organized in two parts, this international collection of essays provides viable educational alternatives to those currently holding sway in an era of high-stakes accountability. Taken together, the chapters in Part I of Cultivating Curious and Creative Minds provide a sampling of what the cultivation of curious and creative minds entails. The contributing authors shed light on how curiosity and creativity can be approached in the teaching domain and discuss specific ideas concerning how it plays out in particular situations and contexts.

Presidential Accountability: New and Recurring Problems

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Orman, John M., PUBLISHER: Greenwood Press, This book assesses the state of presidential accountability in the post-Reagan era. It looks at five major areas of concern for students of the presidency. These problem areas concern (1.) presidents, national security, and civil liberties; (2.) controlling the intelligence community; (3.) the politized nature of the Justice Department; (4.) celebrity politics and symbolic manipulation; and (5.) the popularity of the Reagan administration and its implications for accountability. The research concludes that in the post- modern presidency, we have lost the desire and power to keep presidents accountable for their actions. After discussing the problem of presidential accountability in the opening chapter, the book turns to the checkered pasts of American presidents with respect to protecting civil liberties. It then examines the problems of presidential accountability that are posed by the intelligence community. Next, it looks at the exercises of the president's discretionary power in the criminal justice policy arena. The newer phenomenon of "Celebrity Politics" is explored next in terms of the consequences it has on citizens who want to keep the American president in check. Following this, the lessons of the popular Reagan presidency on presidential accountability are outlined. Finally, it concludes by lamenting the loss of presidential accountability in the American political system. This book should appeal to presidential researchers and anyone interested in the American presidency.

The Oz Principle: Getting Results Through Individual and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Connors, Roger / Smith, Tom / Hickman, Craig, PUBLISHER: Portfolio, The definitive book on workplace accountability by the "New York Times" bestselling authors of "How Did That Happen?" Since it was originally published in , "The Oz Principle" has sold nearly copies and become the worldwide bible on accountability. Through its practical and invaluable advice, thousands of companies have learned just how vital personal and organizational accountability is for a company to achieve and maintain its best results. At the core of the authors' message is the idea that when people take personal ownership of their organization's goals and accept responsibility for their own performance, they become more invested and work at a higher level to ensure not only their own success, but everyone's. Now more than ever, "The Oz Principle" is vital to anyone charged with obtaining results. It is a must have, must read, and must apply classic business book.

World Development Report : Equity and Development

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: World Bank Group, PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, The World Development Report : Equity and Opportunity presents a social development strategy organized around the themes of social inclusion, cohesion, and accountability. It examines equality of opportunities--a potentially important factor affecting both the workings of the investment environment and the empowerment of the poor--by building on and extending existing accountability frameworks presented in the Report. The Report is divided into three parts. Part I describes patterns of inequality in a range of variables both at the national and global level-incomes, educational achievements, health indicators, power, and influence. Part II highlights reasons why some levels of inequality in the variables presented in Part I may be too high-whether for intrinsic reasons or because they harm the attainment of competing values, such as the level of goods and services in the economy. Part III discusses policies that affect the relationship between equity and the development process at a national and global level. This section includes policies that could help reduce the levels of some intermediate inequalities and focuses on circumstances in which these polices form the basis for more rapid overall development and faster poverty reduction. Now in its twenty-eighth edition, the World Development Report offers practical insights for policymakers, business developers, economic advisers, researchers, and professionals in the media and in non-governmental organizations. It is also an essential supplement to economic and development courses in both academic and professional settings.

Nursing Diagnosis Reference Manual

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Sparks, Sheila / Taylor, Cynthia, PUBLISHER: Springhouse Corporation, Added features include community-based care plans, integrating care plans and critical pathways, and updates that reflect the most recent NANDA conference. The appendix listing nursing diagnoses for hundreds of disorders has also been updated. Contents are organized in lifestyle sections containing alphabetically organized entries. For each nursing diagnosis, readers learn the definition, assessment criteria, defining characteristics, associated medical diagnoses, expected outcomes, interventions and rationales, documentation guidelines, and evaluation criteria.

Amphoto Black and White Data Guide: A Complete Listing of

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Schaub, George, PUBLISHER: Amphoto Books, This efficiently organized reference brings together all the latest information on the complete materials needed for taking and developing black and white film and prints.

Building Corporate Accountability: Emerging Practice in

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Zadek, Simon / Evans, Richard / Pruzan, Peter, PUBLISHER: Earthscan Publications, Social and ethical accounting is emerging as a key tool for companies in the s in response to calls for greater transparency and accountability to stakeholders, and as a means for managing companies in increasingly complex situations where social and environmental issues are significant in securing business success.This is the first book to address the practices of social and ethical accounting, auditing and reporting, and their implications for the development of corporate social, ethical and environmental responsibility. It includes nine case studies, and a historical overview of developments. The editors introduce a methodological framework that allows emerging practice worldwide to be analysed, understood and improved. This innovative book, written by international leaders in the field, will be of enormous value to business managers, particularly those responsible for corporate affairs, human resources, environmental management, financial management or planning. It will also be a useful text for business students.

Clinician's Pocket Drug Reference

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gomella, Leonard G. / Haist, Steven A. / Gelhot Adams, Aimee, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Companies, QUICK, RELIABLE, AND REVISED ANNUALLY This quick access guide covers more than of the most commonly used medications. Organized alphabetically by generic drug name, each entry includes selected key data such as common uses, contraindications, and common side effects. The manual also provides a list of the medications organized by drug classification.

Hooked on Horror: A Guide to Reading Interests in Horror

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Fonseca, Anthony J. / Pulliam, June Michele, PUBLISHER: Libraries Unlimited, Hundreds of new and classic horror titles are described and organized according to reading preferences in this expanded second edition of Fonseca and Pulliam's award-winning readers' advisory guide. Focusing on titles published in the last decade and older classics that are currently in print or commonly available in libraries, the authors cover 13 popular subgenres of horror fiction, including vampires and werewolves, techno horror, ghosts and haunted houses, and small town horror. Lively annotations and commentary help you find the right book for even your most demanding horror fans. Background information is also offered along with lists of pertinent resources. Special features of this book are a new streamlined organization for easy access; the inclusion of graphic novels; indications of audio, e-book, and large print formats; and much more. An essential tool for readers' advisors in all library settings, and a perfect guide for fans craving for their next great read

By Popular Demand

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gastil, John, PUBLISHER: University of California Press, John Gastil challenges conventional assumptions about public opinion, elections, and political expression in this persuasive treatise on how to revitalize the system of representative democracy in the United States. Gastil argues that American citizens have difficulty developing clear policy interests, seldom reject unrepresentative public officials, and lack a strong public voice. Our growing awareness of a flawed electoral system is causing increased public cynicism and apathy. The most popular reforms, however, will neither restore public trust nor improve representation. Term limits and campaign finance reforms will increase turnover, but they provide no mechanism for improved deliberation and accountability. Building on the success of citizen juries and deliberative polling, Gastil proposes improving our current process by convening randomly selected panels of citizens to deliberate for several days on ballot measures and candidates. Voters would learn about the judgments of these citizen panels through voting guides and possibly information printed on official ballots. The result would be a more representative government and a less cynical public. America has a long history of experimentation with electoral systems, and the proposals in "By Popular Demand" merit serious consideration and debate.

Beginning and Intermediate Algebra

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Miller, Julie, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Higher Education, Miller/O'Neill's Beginning and Intermediate Algebra is an insightful textbook written by instructors who have first-hand experience with students of developmental mathematics. Through specially designed exercise sets, student-friendly writing, carefully organized page-layout, and helpful hints and tips, Beginning and Intermediate Algebra engages students in their study of mathematics and paves the pathway for success.

Handbook of Clinical Skills

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Springhouse Publishing / Schull, Patricia / Springhouse, PUBLISHER: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, Inside are more than 340 alphabetically organized nursing procedures, assessments, and the nurse's role in diagnostic tests, with instructions for each and illustrations as needed. Sidebars highlight important data, and logos point to medical equipment, its purpose, and how to use and troubleshoot it; what to write when documenting a procedure (with completed sample charts); and how to prevent or correct equipment problems and patient complications.

Book of Tea and Herbs

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ministry of Information / Amador, Gina, PUBLISHER: Cole Group, "The Republic Of Tea Book Of Tea & Herbs" is a comprehensive introduction to the world of tea and herbs, with specific information about fine tea varietals, all organized by country and growing regions. There are over 100 illustrations in this highly imaginative and entertaining volume packed with tea fact, lore, and reflection.

Zia's Colors

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Body, Wendy, PUBLISHER: QED Publishing, a division of Quarto Publishi, Building on existing literacy levels and introducing new vocabulary, these books promote active learning. A range of genres for reading and writing practice--including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and drama--will broaden children's skills and interests. Useful, basic vocabulary words are presented in amusing, rhyming couplets. These books feature fun, colorful illustrations and activity pages that will engage learners, while also reinforcing their current achievement and encouraging future progress.

Legal Answer Book for Managed Care

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Aspen Health Law and Compliance Center / Aspen / Younger, Patricia, PUBLISHER: Aspen Publishers, A well-organized and easy-to-understand reference that provides concise answers to a wide variety of legal questions. All major legal areas are covered: antitrust, credentialing, fraud & abuse, taxation, ERISA, and more

Parallel and Distributed Processing and Applications: Third

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pan, Y. / Pan, Yi / Chen, Daoxu, PUBLISHER: Springer, This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the Third International Symposium on Parallel and Distributed Processing and Applications, ISPA , held in Nanjing, China in November . The 90 revised full papers and 19 revised short papers presented together with 3 keynote speeches and 2 tutorials were carefully reviewed and selected from 645 submissions. The papers are organized in topical sections on cluster systems and applications, performance evaluation and measurements, distributed algorithms and systems, fault tolerance and reliability, high-performance computing and architecture, parallel algorithms and systems, network routing and communication algorithms, security algorithms and systems, grid applications and systems, database applications and data mining, distributed processing and architecture, sensor networks and protocols, peer-to-peer algorithms and systems, internet computing and Web technologies, network protocols and switching, and ad hoc and wireless networks.

Making Policy, Making Change: How Communities Are Taking Law

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Themba, Makani N., PUBLISHER: Chardon Press, Learn how activists are making change and getting it in writing. More than local policies have been enacted recently, ranging from limiting the number of liquor stores and alcohol and tobacco billboards in low-income communities to ordinances on corporate accountability. Find out how you, too, can create change "from the ground up".

Clinical Laboratory Tests: Values and Implications

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Springhouse Publishing, PUBLISHER: Springhouse Corporation, More than 350 alphabetically organized laboratory tests. Each entry gives the test's common name (and secondary names when appropriate); description; purpose and indications; patient preparation; procedures and equipment used; guidelines for sample and specimen collection; normal values; implications of results; post-test care; and factors that can affect test results. The 18 added tests include polymerase chain reaction and cancer antigen-125. Charts alert readers to drug blood levels, test results, diagnostic criteria, and more. Appendices feature critical laboratory test values and a guide to abbreviations.

Mathematics: Problem Solving Activities, Grade

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Holmes, D. / Szetela, W. / Klassen, W., PUBLISHER: Dale Seymour Publications, Reproducible problems that provide systematic approaches to problem solving, listing, patterning, sorting and classifying, guessing and testing, visualization, and more. Problems are organized by the strategy most appropriately used to solve them, rather than by mathematical operations. Includes answers.

Handbook of Critical Care Nursing

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Moreau, David / Springhouse, PUBLISHER: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins, For each alphabetically organized condition, nurses learn pathophysiology, clinical assessment, the diagnostic tests likely to be ordered, treatment and care (including medical and nursing interventions), prognosis, and discharge planning. Pathophysiology drug charts alert readers to significant drugs and protocols used to treat major body system disorders. Readers will find discussions of ethical problems, current trends, a helpful index, and more. Appendices offer crucial data on common emergency drugs and laboratory values, therapeutic and toxic drug levels, normal hemodynamic variables, and commonly encountered nursing diagnoses.

Good for Me: Movement

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Breitbart, Karen, Mrs / School Specialty Publishing, PUBLISHER: Totline Publications, This teacher resource addresses the need to educate our children in healthy lifestyle habits. Small and large group activities reflect early learning standards and are organized by popular early learning themes.

Little Book of Big Bible Promises for Men

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Chapin, Alice, PUBLISHER: Tyndale House Publishers, This quick-reference collection of Bible promises and inspirational quotes centers on the special concerns of men. The book is organized topically, and each topic contains seven days' worth of content for either daily reading or occasional help and encouragement.

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