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In the Memory House

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Mansfield, Howard, PUBLISHER: Fulcrum Group, A recollection of the land, its people, and its ideals. Examines what we choose to remember and how progress has created absences in our landscapes.

On the Functions of the Brain and of Each of Its Parts

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gall, PUBLISHER: General Books, Title: On the Functions of the Brain and of Each of Its Parts: With Observations on the Possibility of Determining the Instincts, Propensities, and Talents, or the Moral and Intellectual Dispositions of Men and Animals, by the Configuration of the Brain and Head Volume: 5-6 Publisher: Boston, Marsh, Capen

NATO: Its Past, Present, and Future

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Duignan, Peter, PUBLISHER: Hoover Institution Press, NATO tells the story--past, present and future--of the most successful peacetime venture in Western cooperation, from the historic alliance's shaky beginnings to its cold war triumphs, failures, and successes.

Choose Life and Not Death

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Maestri, William F., PUBLISHER: Alba House, Catholic teaching on abortion, euthanasia and suicide.

History of Rock and Roll

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Kallen, Stuart A. / Kallen Stuart, A., PUBLISHER: Lucent Books, Ever since the early s, rock-and-roll music has continually transformed culture and society with its rebellious mix of rhythm, fashion, and musical passion. The History of Rock and Roll examines the music and the musicians throughout the decades from its humble roots to the multibillion dollar industry of today.

A Social History of England,

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Crick, Julia / Van Houts, Elisabeth, PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, The years between 900 and saw transformative social change in Europe, including the creation of extensive town-dwelling populations and the proliferation of feudalised elites and bureaucratic monarchies. In England these developments were complicated and accelerated by repeated episodes of invasion, migration and changes of regime. In this book, scholars from disciplines including history, archaeology and literature reflect on the major trends which shaped English society in these years of transition and select key themes which encapsulate the period. The authors explore the landscape of England, its mineral wealth, its towns and rural life, the health, behaviour and obligations of its inhabitants, patterns of spiritual and intellectual life and the polyglot nature of its population and culture. What emerges is an insight into the complexity, diversity and richness of this formative period of English history.

Communication Law: Practical Applications in the Digital Age

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Caristi, Dom / Davie, William R., PUBLISHER: Pearson Custom Publishing, Debuting in its first edition, "Communication Law "is an engaging and accessible text that brings a fresh approach to the fundamentals of mass media law. Unique in its approach and its visually attractive design, this text differentiates itself from other current texts on the market while presenting students with key principles and landmark cases that establish and define communication law and regulation, providing a hands-on learning experience.

John XXIII: Pope of the Century

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Hebblethwaite, Peter, PUBLISHER: Continuum, This is a new edition of Peter Hebblethwaite's acclaimed biography of Pope John XXIII. Angelo Roncalli was elected pope in and in four and a half years transformed the Roman Catholic Church. He summoned the Second Vatican Council and put in hand a major revision of the Code of Canon Law. By his personality, teaching, and initiatives with world leaders he gave the papacy a new image and set before the Catholic Church a new version of its mission to the world.

The British Museum and its collections guide

The British Museum and its collections guide un ottima guida per visitare il museo da casa con dettagliate informazioni correlate di bellissime foto

South Africa: A Visual Souvenir

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Newlands, Glynne, PUBLISHER: New Holland Australia(AU), World class photography vibrantly illustrates the different faces of South Africa, including the world-renowned Kruger National Park, Table Mountain and the V&A Waterfront, majestic Drakensberg and the allure of the Garden Route. This lovely keepsake captures the essence of the country, depicting the variety of spectacular scenery, its cosmopolitan people, its unique flora and its rich architectural heritage.

Only Don't Know: Selected Teaching Letters of Zen Master

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Sahn, Seung / Seung / Sungsan, PUBLISHER: Shambhala Publications, Here is the inimitable Zen Master Seung Sahn up close and personal--in selections from the correspondence that was one of his primary modes of teaching. Seung Sahn received hundreds of letters per month, each of which he answered personally, and some of the best of which are included here. His frank and funny style, familiar to readers of "Dropping Ashes on the Buddha, " is seen here in a most intimate form. The beloved Zen master not only answers questions on Zen teaching and practice, but applies an enlightened approach to problems with work, relationships, suffering, and the teacher-student relationship.

E-Learning Theory and Practice

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Haythornthwaite, Caroline / Andrews, Richard, PUBLISHER: Sage Publications (CA), In" "E-learning Theory and Practice the authors set out different perspectives on e-learning. The book deals with the social implications of e-learning, its transformative effects, and the social and technical interplay that supports and directs e-learning. The authors present new perspectives on the subject by exploring the way teaching and learning are changing with the presence of the Internet and participatory media; providing a theoretical grounding in new learning practices from education, communication and information science; addressing e-learning in terms of existing learning theories, emerging online learning theories, new literacies, social networks, social worlds, community and virtual communities, and online resources; and emphasizing the impact of everyday electronic practices on learning, literacy and the classroom, locally and globally.This book is for everyone involved in e-learning including teachers, educators, graduate students and researchers.

The Least Restrictive Environment: Its Origins and

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Crockett, Jean B. / Kauffman, James M. / Crockett, PUBLISHER: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates, "The Least Restrictive Environment: Its Origins and Interpretations in Special Education" examines issues of ethical leadership and clarifies instructional placement decisions that provide a full educational opportunity for students with disabilities.

Close Encounters?

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Lamdourne, R. J. A. / Lambourne, Robert / Lambourne, R. J., PUBLISHER: Taylor & Francis Group, Currently, science fiction in all its forms is enjoying enormous popular interest. There can be no doubt that science fiction books and films have great influence on the public view of science and scientists. Close Encounters? examines the historical development of science fiction as a genre in books and films, tracing its roots, examining its most common ideas, exploring its relationship to real science, and attempting to assess its cultural impact. Discussion focuses on major themes such as time travel, politics, religion, ecology, and disasters. The authors consider the science in science fiction, the images of scientists that science fiction conveys, and some of the political, religious, and social motifs prominent in science fiction. They also discuss pseudo-science and its growing influence on the public perception of science. This fascinating, thought-provoking study should be read by all those interested in how the nature of science and its role in our society is portrayed in science fiction.

Writing Teaching Learning Math

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Meier, John / Rishel, Thomas / Rishel, Thoams, PUBLISHER: Mathematical Association of America (MAA), Meier and Rishel explore the hows and whys of writing in mathematics. How to get started? How to grade assignments? How to introduce good writing into a maths course, and why you should care to do this? And most importantly, why is it so important to get students speaking and writing about mathematics anyway? This book should provide anybody involved in the teaching of mathematics with useful and constructive tools to examine the assignments they are using and the goals they hope to accomplish with them.

Teaching Science to Children: An Inquiry Approach

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Friedl, Alfred E. / Koontz, Tricia / Koontz, Trish, PUBLISHER: McGraw-Hill Humanities/Social Sciences/Langua, This is a comprehensive, easy-to-use text containing more than 300 science teaching activities, 30 of which are new to this edition. The book's focus on the inquiry approach places value on the student's thinking and doing science, and ties the text to the inquiry-oriented National Science Education Standards for science teaching issued by the National Research Council. Each of the inquiry activities contains combined discussions of methods and content. The text helps students overcome science anxiety and shows them how easy it is to teach science using a simple, consistent three-step approach to each of the science activities (set induction, investigation, and resolution). All activities use simple, easy-to-find materials. Over 250 pieces of line art clearly illustrate the teaching activities.

The Book of Job

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Habel, N. C. / Habel, Norman C., PUBLISHER: Cambridge University Press, The book of Job, which deals with deep-seated conflict between the integrity of God and the integrity of man and belongs to a group of writings known as wisdom literature, surpasses any of its known Babylonian or Egyptian forerunners in the beauty of its poetic discourses and in its insight - the poet struggles to probe the meaning of life, especially life where suffering and injustice prevail for no apparent reason.

Learning Basics for Teaching F

ISBN: , SKU: , PUBLISHER: Augsburg Fortress Publishers, This booklet acquaints you with the basics of an effective learning experience while it helps you appreciate the unique challenges and rewards of teaching the faith. Acquista Ora

Celebrating Multiple Intelligences: Teaching for Success

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Faculty of the New City School, PUBLISHER: New City School, the, Over 60 lesson plans and an abundance of articles have been compiled by teachers who have incorporated Gardner's multiple intelligences theory into their teaching repertoires. Detailed lesson outlines, student worksheets, and ideas for assessment round out this curriculum guide.

Scotland

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Blundell, Nigel, PUBLISHER: MetroBooks (NY), From Bannockburn to Braveheart, Bonnie Prince Charlie to Robbie Burns, the Scots have proved to be a people whose character and ability have made their world influence disproportionate to the size of the country. Though its story is inextricably linked with England, its larger neighbor, there is no doubting Scotland's unique place in history. With hundreds of beautiful full-color photographs and illuminating text, Scotland takes a looks at the many facets of this fascinating country, from its Crown Jewels to its stunning landscapes, its varied history to its single malt Scotch whiskeys.

Teachers Are Researchers: Reflection and Action

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Patterson, Leslie / Smith, Karen / Short, Kathy G., PUBLISHER: International Reading Association, This volume explores how teacher researchers tackle tough questions and reveal information -- about both their teaching practice and the research process. Discover the valuable contributions teacher researchers can make to the profession while still rising to the day-to-day demands of teaching. Teachers Are Researchers offers a detailed look at everything from getting started to recording and analyzing observation. Examples of studies by elementary, middle school, high school, and college teachers are included. Foreword by Nancie Atwell.

Czech & Slovak Republics Guide: 2nd Edition

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Brewer, Ted, PUBLISHER: Open Road Publishing, Author Ted Brewer brings these two republics to life with authority. In Prague, readers will discover the historic churches, spires, and towers, its maze of medieval lanes, and its wide spectrum of architectural styles, untouched by World War II. He shows the famous Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square and helps travelers explore the old and new towns, the Charles Bridge, and the walkways along the Vltava River.

Don't Shoot the Dog: The New Art of Teaching and Training

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Pryor, Karen, PUBLISHER: Bantam Books, A Better Way to Better Behavior Karen Pryor's clear and entertaining explanation of behavioral training methods made Don't Shoot the Dog a bestselling classic. Now this revised edition presents more of her insights into animal--and human--behavior. A groundbreaking behavioral scientist and dynamic animal trainer, Karen Pryor is a powerful proponent of the principles and practical uses of positive reinforcement in teaching new behaviors. Here are the secrets of changing behavior in pets, kids--even yourself--without yelling, threats, force, punishment, guilt trips...or shooting the dog: -The principles of the revolutionary "clicker training" method, which owes its phenomenal success to its immediacy of response--so there is no question what action you are rewarding -8 methods of ending undesirable habits--from furniture-clawing cats to sloppy roommates -The 10 laws of "shaping" behavior-for results without strain or pain through "affection training" -Tips for house-training the dog, improving your tennis game, or dealing with an impossible teen -Explorations of exciting new uses for reinforcement training Learn why pet owners rave, "This book changed our lives " and how these pioneering techniques can work for you too.

Greece: Land of Light

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Gage, Nicholas / Brukoff, Barry, PUBLISHER: Bulfinch Press, Greece is a legendary destination, and anyone who has once fallen under its spell dreams of returning again and again. Here is a marvelous record of this enchanting land, portraying the essence of Greece -- its striking sea and landscape, its peoples, its culture and history, and its ancient monuments. From the tip of the Peloponnese to the remote mountain villages of the far north to the islands of the Aegean, Brukoff's brilliant color images and Gage's evocative words capture the heart of Greece. Included are the great classical ruins, Byzantine monasteries, colorful fishing villages, chairs at outdoor tavernas, octopus drying in the sun like laundry, and the ubiquitous cats -- the vivid details that each traveler takes home as a memory. Gage's essays on the turbulent history of the country, its myths and beliefs, life in the villages, the age-old wisdom and spirit of the Greek people, and, above all, "Greece's unearthly, spiritual, almost holy light" are a passionate tribute to an extraordinary country.

Metamorphoses

ISBN: , SKU: , AUTHOR: Ovid / Melville, A. D. / Kenney, E. J., PUBLISHER: Oxford University Press, USA, Metamorphoses--the best-known poem by one of the wittiest poets of classical antiquity--takes as its theme change and transformation, as illustrated by Greco-Roman myth and legend. Melville's new translation reproduces the grace and fluency of Ovid's style, and its modern idiom offers a fresh understanding of Ovid's unique and elusive vision of reality.

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