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Essential Speech
by Rudolph F. Verderber Kathleen S. Verderber Deanna D. SellnowLearn the basics of communication to mastering speech preparation and delivery with this engaging, dynamic text. ESSENTIAL SPEECH introduces the various types of speeches as well as the keys for effective speech preparation and confident delivery. Relevant activities and examples of effective and ineffective communication make learning easier. Strong speeches begin with thorough preparation. Users develop into confident, competent communicators as they learn to research and use language and vocabulary effectively. Useful delivery strategies as well as how to perfect listening, observing, analyzing, and critiquing abilities are also addressed. This book's inviting and open visual presentation, along with numerous examples drawn from today's world, keep the presentation meaningful and engaging. Numerous hands-on activities also keep users actively involved in learning. Ongoing review and assessment ensure understanding of the concepts before moving ahead. Technology has had a huge influence on how you learn, how you work, and how you communicate today. The online Speech Builder Express tool solves the major challenges in this course: getting organized and comfortable to make a presentation, and relieving anxiety and stress caused by lack of planning and organization. Speech Builder Express coaches users through every step of the speech outlining process. By providing the necessary tutorials, sample videos, and access to a dictionary and thesaurus, this product will help build confidence, lessen anxiety, and prepare users for real-world career speaking opportunities. Discover all of the aspects of teaching speech - from concepts and practice to technology support. This book's approach is based on extensive field research and input from Speech Educators across the nation.
Essential SQA Exam Practice: From the publisher of How to Pass
by Robert BarclayExam board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: MathematicsFirst teaching: September 2018First exam: Summer 2019Practice makes permanent. Feel confident and prepared for the SQA Higher Maths exam with this two-in-one book, containing practice questions for every topic, plus two full practice papers - all written by an experienced examiner.- Choose which topics you want to revise: A simple grid enables you to pick particular areas of the course that you want to answer questions on, with solutions provided at the back of the book- Remember more in your exam: Repeated and extended practice of calculator and non-calculator questions will improve your algebraic, trigonometric, geometric, calculus and reasoning skills- Familiarise yourself with the exam papers: Both practice papers mirror the language and layout of the real SQA papers; complete them in timed, exam-style conditions to increase your confidence before the exams- Find out how to achieve a better grade: Answers to the practice papers have commentaries for each question, with tips on writing successful answers and avoiding common mistakesFully up to date with SQA's requirementsThe questions, mark schemes and guidance in this practice book match the requirements of the revised SQA Higher Maths specification for examination from 2019 onwards.
Essential SQA Exam Practice: Higher Biology Questions and Papers
by Billy Dickson Graham MoffatExam board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: BiologyFirst teaching: September 2018First exam: Summer 2019Practice makes permanent. Feel confident and prepared for the SQA Higher Biology exam with this two-in-one book, containing practice questions for every question type and topic, plus two full practice papers - all written by experienced examiners.- Choose to revise by question type or topic: A simple grid enables you to pick particular question styles or course areas that you want to focus on, with answers provided at the back of the book- Understand what the examiner is looking for: Clear guidance on how to answer each question type is followed by plenty of questions so you can put the advice into practice, building essential exam skills- Remember more in your exam: Repeated and extended practice will give you a secure knowledge of the key areas of the course (DNA and the genome; metabolism and survival; sustainability and interdependence)- Familiarise yourself with the exam papers: Both practice papers mirror the language and layout of the real SQA papers; complete them in timed, exam-style conditions to increase your confidence before the exams- Find out how to achieve a better grade: Answers to the practice papers have commentaries for each question, with tips on writing successful answers and avoiding common mistakesFully up to date with SQA's requirementsThe questions, mark schemes and guidance in this practice book match the requirements of the revised SQA Higher Biology specification for examination from 2019 onwards.
Essential SQA Exam Practice: Higher Chemistry Questions and Papers
by Barry McBrideExam board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: ChemistryFirst teaching: September 2018First exam: Summer 2019Practice makes permanent. Feel confident and prepared for the SQA Higher Chemistry exam with this two-in-one book, containing practice questions for every question type and topic, plus two full practice papers.- Choose to revise by question type or topic: A simple grid enables you to pick particular question styles or course areas that you want to focus on, with answers provided at the back of the book- Understand what the examiner is looking for: Clear guidance on how to answer each question type is followed by plenty of questions so you can put the advice into practice, building essential exam skills- Remember more in your exam: Repeated and extended practice will give you a secure knowledge of the key areas of the course (chemical changes and structure; nature's chemistry; chemistry in society; researching chemistry)- Familiarise yourself with the exam papers: Both practice papers mirror the language and layout of the real SQA papers; complete them in timed, exam-style conditions to increase your confidence before the exams- Find out how to achieve a better grade: Answers to the practice papers have commentaries for each question, with tips on writing successful answers and avoiding common mistakesFully up to date with SQA's requirementsThe questions, mark schemes and guidance in this practice book match the requirements of the revised SQA Higher Chemistry specification for examination from 2019 onwards.
Essential SQA Exam Practice: Higher Computing Science Questions and Papers
by David AlfordExam board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: Computing ScienceFirst teaching: September 2018First exam: Summer 2019Practice makes permanent. Feel confident and prepared for the SQA Higher Computing Science exam with this two-in-one book, containing practice questions for every topic, plus two full practice papers - all written by an experienced marker.- Choose which topics you want to revise: A simple grid enables you to pick particular areas of the course that you want to answer questions on, with solutions provided at the back of the book- Remember more in your exam: Repeated and extended practice will give you a secure knowledge of the key areas of the course (software design and development; computer systems; database design and development; web design and development) Familiarise yourself with the exam paper: Both practice papers mirror the language and layout of the real SQA papers; complete them in timed, exam-style conditions to increase your confidence before the exams- Find out how to achieve a better grade: Answers to the practice papers have commentaries for each question, with tips on writing successful answers and avoiding common mistakesFully up to date with SQA's requirementsThe questions, mark schemes and guidance in this practice book match the requirements of the revised SQA Higher Computing Science specification for examination from 2019 onwards.
Essential SQA Exam Practice: Higher Geography Questions and Papers
by Sheena WilliamsonExam board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: GeographyFirst teaching: September 2018First exam: Summer 2019Practice makes permanent. Feel confident and prepared for the SQA Higher Geography exam with this two-in-one book, containing practice questions for every question type and the most popular topics, plus two practice papers.- Choose to revise by question type or topic: A simple grid enables you to pick particular question styles or course areas that you want to focus on, with answers provided at the back of the book- Understand what the examiner is looking for: Clear guidance on how to answer each question type is followed by plenty of questions so you can put the advice into practice, building essential exam skills- Remember more in your exam: Repeated and extended practice will give you a secure knowledge of the key areas of the course (physical environments; human environments; global issues)- Familiarise yourself with the exam papers: Both practice papers mirror the language and layout of the real SQA papers; complete them in timed, exam-style conditions to increase your confidence before the exams- Find out how to achieve a better grade: Answers to the practice papers have commentaries for each question, with tips on writing successful answers and avoiding common mistakesFully up to date with SQA's requirementsThe questions, mark schemes and guidance in this practice book match the requirements of the revised SQA Higher Geography specification for examination from 2019 onwards.This book covers the following topics:Physical environments:- Atmosphere- Hydrosphere- Lithosphere- BiosphereHuman environments:- Population- Urban- RuralGlobal issues:- River basin management- Development and health- Climate change- Energy
Essential SQA Exam Practice: Higher Human Biology Questions and Papers
by Billy Dickson Graham MoffatExam board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: Human BiologyFirst teaching: September 2018First exam: Summer 2019Practice makes permanent. Feel confident and prepared for the SQA Higher Human Biology exam with this two-in-one book, containing practice questions for every question type and topic, plus two full practice papers - all written by experienced examiners.- Choose to revise by question type or topic: A simple grid enables you to pick particular question styles or course areas that you want to focus on, with answers provided at the back of the book- Understand what the examiner is looking for: Clear guidance on how to answer each question type is followed by plenty of questions so you can put the advice into practice, building essential exam skills- Remember more in your exam: Repeated and extended practice will give you a secure knowledge of the key areas of the course (human cells; physiology and health; neurobiology and immunology)- Familiarise yourself with the exam papers: Both practice papers mirror the language and layout of the real SQA papers; complete them in timed, exam-style conditions to increase your confidence before the exams- Find out how to achieve a better grade: Answers to the practice papers have commentaries for each question, with tips on writing successful answers and avoiding common mistakesFully up to date with SQA's requirementsThe questions, mark schemes and guidance in this practice book match the requirements of the revised SQA Higher Human Biology specification for examination from 2019 onwards.
Essential SQA Exam Practice: Higher Modern Studies Questions and Papers
by Frank CooneyExam board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: Modern StudiesFirst teaching: September 2018First exam: Summer 2019Practice makes permanent. Feel confident and prepared for the SQA Higher Modern Studies exam with this two-in-one book, containing practice questions for every question type and topic, plus two full practice papers.- Choose to revise by question type or topic: A simple grid enables you to pick particular question styles or course areas that you want to focus on, with answers provided at the back of the book- Understand what the examiner is looking for: Clear guidance on how to answer each question type is followed by plenty of questions so you can put the advice into practice, building essential exam skills- Remember more in your exam: Repeated and extended practice will give you a secure knowledge of the key areas of the course (democracy in Scotland and the United Kingdom; social issues in the United Kingdom; international issues)- Familiarise yourself with the exam papers: Both practice papers mirror the language and layout of the real SQA papers; complete them in timed, exam-style conditions to increase your confidence before the exams- Find out how to achieve a better grade: Answers to the practice papers have commentaries for each question, with tips on writing successful answers and avoiding common mistakesFully up to date with SQA's requirementsThe questions, mark schemes and guidance in this practice book match the requirements of the revised SQA Higher Modern Studies specification for examination from 2019 onwards.
Essential SQA Exam Practice: Higher Physics Questions and Papers
by Paul Chambers Mark RamsayExam board: SQALevel: HigherSubject: PhysicsFirst teaching: September 2018First exam: Summer 2019Practice makes permanent. Feel confident and prepared for the SQA Higher Physics exam with this two-in-one book, containing practice questions for every question type and topic, plus two full practice papers - all written by experienced examiners.- Choose to revise by question type or topic: A simple grid enables you to pick particular question styles or course areas that you want to focus on, with answers provided at the back of the book- Understand what the examiner is looking for: Clear guidance on how to answer each question type is followed by plenty of questions so you can put the advice into practice, building essential exam skills- Remember more in your exam: Repeated and extended practice will give you a secure knowledge of the key areas of the course (our dynamic universe; particles and waves; electricity)- Familiarise yourself with the exam paper: Both practice papers mirror the language and layout of the real SQA papers; complete them in timed, exam-style conditions to increase your confidence before the exams- Find out how to achieve a better grade: Answers to the practice papers have commentaries for each question, with tips on writing successful answers and avoiding common mistakesFully up to date with SQA's requirementsThe questions, mark schemes and guidance in this practice book match the requirements of the revised SQA Higher Physics specification for examination from 2019 onwards.
Essential SQA Exam Practice: National 5 Computing Science Questions and Papers
by Lesley RussellExam board: SQALevel: National 5Subject: Computing ScienceFirst teaching: August 2017First exam: Summer 2018Practice makes permanent. Feel confident and prepared for the SQA National 5 Computing Science exam with this two-in-one book, containing practice questions for every topic, plus two full practice papers - all written by an experienced examiner.> Choose which topics you want to revise: A simple grid enables you to pick particular areas of the course that you want to answer questions on, with solutions provided at the back of the book> Remember more in your exam: Repeated and extended practice will give you a secure knowledge of the key areas of the course (software design and development; computer systems; database design and development; web design and development)> Familiarise yourself with the exam paper: Both practice papers mirror the language and layout of the real SQA papers; complete them in timed, exam-style conditions to increase your confidence before the exams> Find out how to achieve a better grade: Answers to the practice papers have commentaries for each question, with tips on writing successful answers and avoiding common mistakesFully up to date with SQA's requirementsThe questions, mark schemes and guidance in this practice book match the requirements of the revised SQA National 5 Computing Science specification for examination from 2018 onwards.
Essential Studies for A-Level Psychology
by Helen J. KitchingUnderstand and evaluate 42 classic and contemporary psychological studies, including Milgram and Rutter, with this essential guide.Each study begins with a summary of the aims and procedure, followed by the findings, conclusion and evaluation, and ends with 'check your knowledge' questions that help to prepare students for assessment.- Build knowledge with easily accessible summaries of each study presented in a table, making it quick and easy to recap and revise- Develop analysis, interpretation and evaluation skills with examples, insights and practice questions that help students to form reasoned conclusions- Learn to apply knowledge and think synoptically with links to other studies; these also demonstrate learning beyond the curriculum in line with Ofsted requirements- Benefit from the guidance of bestselling Psychology author Richard Gross, with helpful insights at the end of each chapter- Cover every research/core study for the AQA, OCR, Pearson Edexcel, WJEC and Eduqas specifications
Essential University Physics (Volume #2)
by Richard WolfsonRichard Wolfson's Essential University Physics, Second Edition is a concise and progressive calculus-based physics textbook that offers clear writing, great problems, and relevant real-life applications. This text is a compelling and affordable alternative for professors who want to focus on the fundamentals and bring physics to life for their students. Essential University Physics focuses on the fundamentals of physics, teaches sound problem-solving skills, emphasizes conceptual understanding, and makes connections to the real world. The presentation is concise without sacrificing a solid introduction to calculus-based physics. New pedagogical elements have been introduced that incorporate proven results from physics education research. Features such as annotated figures and step-by-step problem-solving strategies help students master concepts and solve problems with confidence. The Second Edition features dramatically revised and updated end-of-chapter problem sets, significant content updates, new Conceptual Examples, and additional Applications, all of which serve to foster student understanding and interest. Essential University Physics is offered as two paperback volumes, available shrink-wrapped together, or for sale individually. This package contains: Essential University Physics: Volume 2, Second Edition (which includes Chapters 20-39)
The Essential World History (6th Edition)
by William J. Duiker Jackson J. SpielvogelExplore common challenges and experiences that unite the human past and identify key global patterns over time with THE ESSENTIAL WORLD HISTORY, 6e. This brief overview of world history covers political, economic, social, religious, intellectual, cultural, and military history integrated into a chronologically ordered synthesis to help you gain an appreciation and understanding of the distinctive character and development of individual cultures in society. You can use the book's global approach and its emphasis on analytical comparisons between cultures to link events together in a broad comparative and global framework that places the contemporary world in a more meaningful historical context.
Essentials for Algebra: A Direct Instruction Approach
by Siegfried Engelmann Bernadette Kelly Owen EngelmannNIMAC-sourced textbook
Essentials of Anatomy and Physiology
by Valerie C. Scanlon Tina SandersLeading the way for 20 years with unsurpassed clarity, content, and completeness. Fun to teach and easy to study, this popular text delivers a clear, concise presentation of must-know content with an superb art program, complete with the textual and elect
Essentials of Comparative Politics with Cases
by Patrick H. O'Neil Karl Fields Don ShareNIMAC-sourced textbook
Essentials of Comparative Politics with Cases Fifth AP Edition
by Patrick H. O'Neil Karl Fields Don ShareThis textbook is meant to contribute to our understanding of comparative politics (the study of domestic politics around the world) by investigating the central ideas and questions that make up this field. It begins with the most basic struggle in politics--the battle between freedom and equality and the task of reconciling or balancing these ideals. How this struggle has unfolded across place and time represents the core of comparative politics. The text continues by emphasizing the importance of institutions. Human action is fundamentally guided by the institutions that people construct, such as culture, constitutions, and property rights. Once established, these institutions are both influential and persistent--not easily overcome, changed, or removed. How these institutions emerge, and how they affect politics, is central to this work.
Essentials of Ecology
by G. Tyler Miller Scott E. SpoolmanLearn how to make a difference in our environment! This succinct 11-chapter, full-color textbook covers scientific principles and concepts, ecosystems, evolution, biodiversity, population ecology, and more. Sustainability is the integrating theme and co-authors G. Tyler Miller and Scott Spoolman help you find and implement useful environmental solutions in your life and career. Updated with new information, art, and "Good News" examples, this engaging book offers vivid case studies and hands-on quantitative exercises. The concept-centered approach transforms complex environmental topics and issues into key concepts that you will be able to understand and remember.
Essentials of Health and Wellness
by James Robinson III Deborah J. MccormickEach of the 13 million high school students in public high schools are required to take one semester of health education. For health instruction to be successful, the instructional program should be grounded in good science, include a behavioral component, and be packaged in a way that can be easily implemented. Essentials of Health and Wellness provides the teacher with everything needed to engage the learner and to create a successful health course. It is designed to be student friendly and is centered on the important, but often overlooked, notion of building personal wellness. All health concepts are brought back to the student, who is encouraged to develop positive wellness behaviors through the creation of a personal wellness plan. Based on the framework of the National Standards for School Health Education, this product is the total package for high school health education. With a small but rich ancillary offering, including a separate Sexuality Supplement (ISBN 1-4018-1525-1)that goes into greater detail about sensitive issues that may not be desirable to all school districts and a free Online Companion with additional lesson plans, teaching activities, and student worksheets, this text provides teachers with a well-rounded, effective system for health education instruction.
Essentials of Sociology: A Down-To-Earth Approach (7th edition)
by James M. HenslinThis textbook explores the behavior of social groups, examines the impact of culture and social inequality on everyday lives, describes political and religious institutions, and analyzes population and technology trends. The functionalist, symbolic interactionist, and conflict perspectives are represented in most chapters. The sixth edition adds three photo essays, and reflects some national and global changes. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Essentials of Sociology (Fourth Edition)
by Anthony Giddens Mitchell Duneier Richard P. Appelbaum Deborah CarrThis is a textbook that teaches students how issues in our global society connect to their own lives.
Estelar
by Brandon SandersonLa continuación de Escuadrón, la nueva saga épica de Brandon Sanderson. Este es el segundo libro de una serie épica sobre una chica que guarda un secreto en un peligroso mundo en guerra por el futuro de la humanidad. En él continúan las aventuras de Spensa Nightshade, la joven piloto que ha conseguido un puesto en el escuadrón de defensa de la humanidad contra los ataques alienígenas. En realidad, ella siempre quiso ser piloto: poder probar que es una heroína, como su padre. Y aunque llegó a lo más alto, los secretos que desenmascaró sobre su padre fueron aplastantes. Los rumores sobre su cobardía resultaron ciertos. Abandonó su vuelo durante la batalla contra los Krell. Peor aún# se volvió contra su equipo y los atacó. Sin embargo, Spensa está segura de que hay aún más por descubrir en esa historia. Y, si es necesario, viajará hasta el fin de la galaxia para salvar a la humanidad. Sobre Estelar:«Un poco de Perdidos en el espacio, un poco de Halo, un poco de The Expanse y mucho de Sanderson. Una novela que nos deja con muchas preguntas.»Alexelcapo, @EvilAFM
Las Estrellas Orientales
by Mark Kurlansky"Este es un clásico de Kurlansky: erudito, impredecible, compasivo, y se lee compulsivamente. . . . Una reveladora meditación sobre el deporte, la nación, y también sobre el mundo". -Junot Díaz, autor de La breve y maravillosa vida de Oscar Wao "¿Qué tienen en común Rico Carty, Alfredo Griffin, Pedro Guerrero, George Bell, Julio Franco, Juan Samuel, Sammy Sosa, Alfonso Soriano, y Robinson Canó? Que todos proceden de San Pedro de Macorís, la pequeña ciudad azucarera en la República Dominicana. ¿Una coincidencia? Difícilmente". -National Public Radio Al final de la temporada de 2010, más de ochenta y seis jóvenes y hombres de la empobrecida ciudad de San Pedro de Macorís jugaban en las Grandes Ligas -lo que significa que uno de cada seis dominicanos de las Grandes Ligas vinieron de los mismos equipos locales de los ingenios azucareros, y acudieron en masa a los Estados Unidos en busca de oportunidades, de riqueza, y de una vida mejor. Pero este viaje es también una crónica del racismo en el béisbol, de la necesidad de cambiar las costumbres sociales del deporte en la República Dominicana y en los Estados Unidos, y de las historias personales de los hombres que han buscado escapar de la pobreza jugando béisbol. En Las Estrellas Orientales, Mark Kurlansky revela el amor de dos países por un deporte, y descubre unos significados más profundos sobre lugar y identidad, tenacidad y supervivencia, colonialismo y capitalismo, pero especialmente sobre el béisbol. .
Estuche trilogía Los Juegos del Hambre (Hunger Games Trilogy #Bk. 1)
by Suzanne CollinsLos Juegos del Hambre, una de las sagas más exitosas de todos los tiempos reunida en un bonito estuche. Este pack contiene los tres títulos de la trilogía Los Juegos del Hambre: Los Juegos de Hambre En una oscura versión del futuro próximo, doce chicos y doce chicas se ven obligados a participar en un reality show llamado Los Juegos del Hambre. Solo hay una regla: matar o morir. En llamas Contra todo pronóstico, Katniss Everdeen y Peeta Mellark han sobrevivido a Los Juegos del Hambre. Deberían sentirse aliviados, pero saben que la tensión crece en el Capitolio, que los gobierna a todos. Sinsajo Los supervivientes de Los Juegos del Hambre no están a salvo. Un meticuloso plan se extiende contra el Capitolio... Y este necesita un símbolo, el emblema de la rebelión: el Sinsajo.