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An Introduction to Legal Reasoning
by Edward H. LeviThis volume will be of interest and value to students of logic, ethics, and political philosophy, as well as to members of the legal profession and to everyone concerned with problems of government and jurisprudence. By citing a large number of cases, the author makes his presentation of the processes of judicial interpretation particularly lucid.
An Introduction to Male Reproductive Medicine
by Craig NiederbergerAn Introduction to Male Reproductive Medicine is written specifically for readers seeking entry into this fast-moving, complex specialty with a solid understanding of the subject. The first chapters cover the anatomy and physiology, clinical evaluation, surgery, medicine, genetics and laboratory testing involved in the current evaluation and treatment of the infertile male, and the final chapter describes the interaction of the field with female reproductive medicine. Throughout the book, references are directly made to the fourth edition of the major text in the specialty, Infertility in the Male, edited by Larry Lipshultz, Stuart Howards and Craig Niederberger, allowing readers to expand their understanding of specific areas where desired. Each chapter is written by a well-renowned expert in an easy to follow, informal style, making the text ideal for students, residents and general physicians who are seeking to increase their general knowledge of the field.
An Introduction to Number Theory with Cryptography (Textbooks in Mathematics)
by James Kraft Lawrence Washington<p>Building on the success of the first edition, An Introduction to Number Theory with Cryptography, Second Edition, increases coverage of the popular and important topic of cryptography, integrating it with traditional topics in number theory. <p>The authors have written the text in an engaging style to reflect number theory's increasing popularity. The book is designed to be used by sophomore, junior, and senior undergraduates, but it is also accessible to advanced high school students and is appropriate for independent study. It includes a few more advanced topics for students who wish to explore beyond the traditional curriculum.</p>
An Introduction to Partial Differential Equations
by Yehuda Pinchover Jacob RubinsteinA complete introduction to partial differential equations. A textbook aimed at students of mathematics, physics and engineering.
An Introduction to Physical Science (13th Edition)
by James Shipman Jerry D. Wilson Aaron Todd Charles A. HigginsConsistent with previous editions of An Introduction to Physical Science, the goal of the new Thirteenth edition is to stimulate students' interest in and gain knowledge of the physical sciences. Presenting content in such a way that students develop the critical reasoning and problem-solving skills that are needed in an ever-changing technological world, the authors emphasize fundamental concepts as they progress through the five divisions of physical sciences: physics, chemistry, astronomy, meteorology, and geology. Ideal for a non-science majors course, topics are treated both descriptively and quantitatively, providing instructors the flexibility to emphasize an approach that works best for their students.
An Introduction to Plant Structure and Development
by Charles B. BeckA plant anatomy textbook unlike any other on the market today. Carol A. Peterson described the first edition as 'the best book on the subject of plant anatomy since the texts of Esau'. Traditional plant anatomy texts include primarily descriptive aspects of structure, this book not only provides a comprehensive coverage of plant structure, but also introduces aspects of the mechanisms of development, especially the genetic and hormonal controls, and the roles of plasmodesmata and the cytoskeleton. The evolution of plant structure and the relationship between structure and function are also discussed throughout. Includes extensive bibliographies at the end of each chapter. It provides students with an introduction to many of the exciting, contemporary areas at the forefront of research in the development of plant structure and prepares them for future roles in teaching and research in plant anatomy.
An Introduction to Policing
by John S. Dempsey Linda S. ForstAimed at students considering a career in law enforcement, this textbook offers an insider's look at the policing profession. Topics discussed include (for example) the organization of police departments, the representation of minorities in today's police forces, the role of computers in policing, and the debate surrounding community policing. Most chapters in the fourth edition feature a "Guest Lecture" by a practitioner addressing a key issue in law enforcement. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)
An Introduction to Policing (Mindtap Course List Series)
by John Dempsey Steven Carter Linda ForstDiscover the challenges, excitement and rewards of law enforcement today with Dempsey, Forst, and Carter's AN INTRODUCTION TO POLICING, 9th Edition. Written by law enforcement veterans with extensive first-hand experience in all areas of policing, this book is an essential read for you or anyone you know who is considering a career in law enforcement. You'll get insight into the Black Lives Matter movement, questionable police shootings of civilians and ambush shootings of police officers, strained police-community relations, the President's Task Force on 21st Century Policing, recent terrorism incidents, Specialized Policing Responses to homeless individuals, advances in policing technology and other current issues. You'll also find the latest research as well as up-to-date applications, statistics, court cases and information on law enforcement careers.
An Introduction to Politics
by T. M. SellThis textbook introduces students to the field of Political Studies. An Introduction to Politics is a little more brief, concise and in-between than similar textbooks currently on the market. Because this is usually a first-year course, overloading a textbook with too much minutiae of the ins and outs of politics can lead to students giving up on the book. Politics is a great story - the story of human existence. A successful textbook needs to tell that story.
An Introduction to Programming Using Microsoft Visual Basic .net
by Beth Brown Bruce PresleyAn Introduction to Programming Using Microsoft Visual Basic .NET is written for a one-term or two-term course. No previous programming experience is required or assumed. It is the goal of this text to provide students the best possible introduction to programming using Visual Basic .NET, whether they will continue on to more advanced computer science courses or end their programming education with this introductory course.
An Introduction to Programming Using Microsoft Visual Basic® 2010
by Jan MarrelliAn Introduction to Programming Using Visual Basic 2010 emphasizes good problem-solving and programming skills in a clear, easy-to-understand format. Object-oriented programming concepts are integrated throughout the text and each chapter explains the use of Visual Basic controls. Example Applications throughout the text demonstrate important programming concepts and are complete with runs that show outputs. Written and classroom tested by experienced programming teachers, our Visual Basic 2010 text describes many of the practical applications of Visual Basic and includes: Core programming concepts; Using built-in classes; Color, sound, and graphics; Business functions; Creating classes and understanding instantiation, encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorph ism; Manipulating files; MDI applications; Databases and Web Programming. An Introduction to Programming Using Visual Basic 2010 is an excellent text for an introductory programming course in a sequence leading to Java. - Publisher.
An Introduction to Programming with C++ (6th Edition)
by Diane ZakAn Introduction to Programming with C++, Sixth Edition is the latest C++ offering from Diane Zak. This book is distinct from other textbooks because of its unique approach, which motivates students by demonstrating why they need to learn the concepts and skills presented. Each chapter contains Mini-Quizzes, Labs, and Try This features to help readers practice and absorb the content as they go along. This edition also includes completely new applications and exercises, more IPO charts and flowcharts, and a brand new interior design.
An Introduction to Project Management
by Kathy SchwalbeThe fifth edition of An Introduction to Project Management provides a separate chapter for planning integration and scope management and for planning time and cost management. Additional examples are provided for creating work breakdown structures and schedules. It also includes information on Basecamp, a free web-based project management tool, along with a user guide (replaces AtTask in Appendix B). In addition to updating many references and examples, this edition continues to include several popular features: - Follows the Project Management Institute's PMBOK® Guide, Fifth Edition (2013) - Has chapters for each process group and a comprehensive case study to illustrate applying tools and techniques throughout the project life cycle - Includes a Guide for using Microsoft Project 2013 - Provides a free trial of MatchWare's MindView Business software (www.matchware.com/intropm), a tool for creating mind maps, Gantt charts, and other project documents - Uses real-world examples and references, including opening cases and case wrap-ups, examples of what went right, what went wrong, media snapshots, best practices, and video highlights in each chapter - End of chapter materials include chapter summaries, quick quizzes, discussion questions, and exercises, with case studies provided in Appendix C -Comprehensive, secure instructor site available with lecture slides, solution files, test banks, etc. -Free Web site includes over fifty template files, online quizzes and games, data files for Project 2013, links to sites mentioned in the text, and much more.
An Introduction to Psychological Assessment and Psychometrics
by Keith CoaleyIn An Introduction to Psychological Assessment and Psychometrics, Keith Coaley outlines the key ingredients of psychological assessment, providing case studies to illustrate their application, making it an ideal textbook for courses on psychometrics or psychological assessment.<P><P> New to the Second Edition:<P> * Includes occupational and educational settings<P> * Covers ethical and professional issues with a strong practical focus<P> * Case study material related to work selection settings <P> * End of chapter self-assessments to facilitate students’ progress<P> * Complaint with the latest BPS Certificate of Testing curriculum
An Introduction to Qualitative Research: Bachman, The Practice Of Research In Criminology And Criminal Justice 4e + Flick, An Introduction To Qualitative Research 4e
by Dr Uwe Flick\In the new edition of his bestselling book, Uwe Flick introduces all of the main theoretical approaches to qualitative research, and provides unmatched coverage of the full range of methods now available to qualitative researchers. Organised around the process of doing qualitative research, the book guides you through ethics, research design, data collection, and data analysis. <P><P> In this fifth edition, you will find:<P> * a new chapter outlining methodological approaches to qualitative research <P> * new introductory sections at the beginning of each of the book's seven parts, which prepare the ground and define key terms <P> * lots of new practical examples which show you how to carry out all aspects of a qualitative research project <P> * new exercises that give you the opportunity to test your understanding of what you've read <P> * a brand new companion website full of resources for lecturers and students including suggested answers to the exercises in the book, full text journal articles and links to additional resources: http://uk.sagepub.com/flick5e
An Introduction to Statistical Problem Solving in Geography
by J. Chapman McGrew Arthur J. Lembo Charles B. MonroeGeography students need a solid introduction to the variety of ways in which statistical procedures are used to explore and solve realistic geographic problems. This book is designed to provide a comprehensive and understandable introduction to statistical methods in a practical, problem solving framework. Students who use this text in a spatial analysis or statistical methods course should acquire a well-grounded foundation and feel comfortable in applying statistical techniques in research problems or situations that they might encounter in their subsequent geographic education and careers. This book is targeted for undergraduate geography majors and beginning graduate students who do not have a strong background in statistical approaches to geographic problem solving.
An Introduction to Student-Involved Assessment for Learning
by Jan Chappuis Rick StigginsHelps learners understand how they can improve student achievement by integrating instruction and assessment. Learners should understand and be able to do the following assessment tasks upon completing Student-Involved Assessment FOR Learning: (1) establish clear learning targets as the basis for instruction and assessment, (2) select assessment methods that align with those learning targets, (3) select and/or create high-quality assessments that accurately measure student progress to the learning targets, (4) clearly communicate assessment results to learners for both formative and summative purposes, and (5) involve students in the assessment process to develop their capabilities to be self-directed learners.
An Introduction to Survey Research, Polling, and Data Analysis (3rd edition)
by Herbert F. Weisberg Jon A. Krosnick Bruce D. BowenExplains how surveys are conducted, how to read statistical reports, and how to analyze data, and provides guidelines for evaluating polls. Coverage includes understanding tables, interval statistics, survey design, sampling and question-writing, interviewing and coding strategies, analysis of different types of surveys, and reading and writing reports. Includes chapter exercises and answers. Paper edition (unseen), $25. 95. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc. , Portland, Or.
An Introduction to Young Children with Special Needs Birth Through Age Eight
by Richard M. Gargiulo Jennifer L. KilgoAN INTRODUCTION TO YOUNG CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS offers a thorough introduction to the educational policies, programs, practices, and services specific to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers who demonstrate delays and disabilities. It also offers information about youngsters who exhibit signs of being at-risk for future programs in learning and development. Through a host of proven learning techniques, a website, and additional related resources, readers are guided to a full understanding of important theoretical and philosophical foundations in serving children whose learning is delayed. These include authentic assessments, cultural sensitivity and competence, activity-based interventions, and developmentally and individually appropriate practices. The book emphasizes instructional strategies necessary for creating inclusive learning environments, and offers recommendations throughout for using technology in the learning environment.
An Introduction to the Biology of Vision
by James T. McilwainThis textbook is intended for use in a course for undergraduate students in biology, neuroscience or psychology who have had an introductory course on the structure and function of the nervous system. Its primary purpose is to provide a working vocabulary and knowledge of the biology of vision and to acquaint students with the major themes in biological vision research. Part I treats the eye as an image-forming organ and provides an overview of the projections from the retina to key visual structures of the brain. Part II examines the functions of the retina and its central projections in greater detail, building on the introductory material of Part I. Part III treats certain special topics in vision that require this detailed knowledge of the structure and properties of the retina and visual projections.
An Introduction to the History of Psychology
by B. R. Hergenhahn Tracy HenleyDreams puzzled early man, Greek philosophers spun elaborate theories to explain human memory and perception, Descartes postulated that the brain was filled with "animal spirits," and psychology was officially deemed a "science" in the 19th century. In this Seventh Edition of AN INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORY OF PSYCHOLOGY, authors Hergenhahn and Henley demonstrate that most of the concerns of contemporary psychologists are manifestations of themes that have been part of psychology for hundreds--or even thousands--of years. The book's numerous photographs and pedagogical devices, along with its biographical material on key figures in psychology, engage readers and facilitate their understanding of each chapter. Available with InfoTrac Student Collections http://gocengage. com/infotrac.
An Introduction to the Old Testament: The Canon and Christian Imagination (Second Edition)
by Walter Brueggemann Tod LinafeltIn this updated edition of the popular textbook, Walter Brueggemann and Tod Linafelt introduce the reader to the broad theological scope of the Old Testament, treating some of the most important issues and methods in contemporary biblical interpretation. This clearly written textbook focuses on the literature of the Old Testament as it grew out of religious, political, and ideological contexts over many centuries in Israel's history. Covering every book in the Old Testament (arranged in canonical order), the authors demonstrate the development of theological concepts in biblical writings from the Torah through post-exilic Judaism. This introduction invites readers to engage in the construction of meaning as they venture into these timeless texts.
An Introduction to the Philosophy of Management
by Paul GriseriWhat and who is business for? What exactly is work and how can we distinguish it from other activity? Do businesses operate along different ethical lines from individuals?<P><P> This clear and accessible text introduces key philosophical concepts and ideas and applies them to fundamental issues in management and organizations. Written for business and management students with no previous knowledge of philosophy, this text will lead readers to question the basic assumptions widely made about business and management. <P> An Introduction to the Philosophy of Management is packed with case studies and examples which provoke thought and discussion. Coverage includes crucial topics such as business ethics, culture and leadership. <P> Key features: <P> - Boxed definitions of key concepts<P> - Real life case studies and examples<P> - Questions for Reflection<P> - Further reading<P> This text is essential reading for any business and management student wanting to think creatively.
An Introduction to the Profession of Social Work (Empowerment Series)
by Elizabeth A. Segal Sue Steiner Karen E. GerdesWhat does it mean to be a social worker? Get an overview of the social work profession and learn about the role of the social worker in the social welfare system with Segal, Gerdes and Steiner's text. <p><p> Through case studies, personal stories and exercises, AN INTRODUCTION TO THE PROFESSION OF SOCIAL WORK helps you apply concepts as well as understand what social workers do, what they need to know and the issues they face. Part of the Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series, the sixth edition is completely up to date. It also prepares you for a successful career by integrating the core competencies and recommended practice behaviors outlined in the most recent Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).