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Marta vs. Mia Hamm
by Elliott SmithMarta and Mia Hamm are two of the greatest soccer players ever. Marta thrilled fans from Brazil and around the world with her dazzling footwork and exciting goals. Mia Hamm used her blazing speed and amazing skills around the net to help the United States win two of the first three Women’s World Cups. Which player is the all-time best? Young readers will enjoy comparing the amazing feats of these two soccer legends.
Mass Communication: Living in a Media World
by Ralph E. HansonThe best-selling Mass Communication: Living in a Media World offers an accessible introduction to mass communication, equipping students with the critical thinking skills to become savvy media consumers. Using a storytelling approach, the text weaves in examples drawn from everyday life, making it easier for students to retain the material and connect it to their own media experiences. Readers are encouraged to consider the media industry from the inside out and, in doing so, discover the many dimensions of mass communication that operate in our society. This newly revised Ninth Edition highlights the aftermath of how the media industry and media consumers have evolved since the global pandemic, closely examining the changing the face of media today.
Mass Communication: Living in a Media World
by Ralph E. HansonThe best-selling Mass Communication: Living in a Media World offers an accessible introduction to mass communication, equipping students with the critical thinking skills to become savvy media consumers. Using a storytelling approach, the text weaves in examples drawn from everyday life, making it easier for students to retain the material and connect it to their own media experiences. Readers are encouraged to consider the media industry from the inside out and, in doing so, discover the many dimensions of mass communication that operate in our society. This newly revised Ninth Edition highlights the aftermath of how the media industry and media consumers have evolved since the global pandemic, closely examining the changing the face of media today.
Math for Automotive Technicians
by Luke D. ThompsonMath for Automotive Technicians is designed to help students learn and apply basic math skills, measurements, and additional math topics directly applicable to automotive technology. The first part of the text provides 12 lessons that develop a mastery of basic math skills in the context of automotive service. Coverage includes whole number operations, decimals, greater than/less than, tape measure fractions, conversion, graphs and tables, formulas, measurement, and comparing to specifications. The second part consists of 108 case studies that apply and extend the basic math skills with actual vehicle procedures, data, and specifications. For ease of integration with curricula based on the ASE Education Foundation Task List, the case studies are grouped into automotive service areas, such as chassis systems, engine mechanical, electrical, etc. This new edition includes new units on Thermal Systems and High-Voltage and Electric Vehicles, with new case studies and a new career profile. Answers to odd-numbered practice problems are listed in the back of the text.
McDonald's The Nurse Educator's Guide to Assessing Learning Outcomes
by Tresa KaurMcDonald's The Nurse Educator's Guide to Assessing Learning Outcomes, Fifth Edition is a comprehensive guide for nurse educators that covers the assessment of critical thinking, the development of learning objectives, and the creation of tests, including detailed tips for writing many kinds of individual test items. This unique resource also covers the analysis of test reliability. Examples of effective and ineffective test items are included throughout to help faculty and nurse educators deepen their understanding of how to create effective tests and assess student learning. The updated Fifth Edition features two new chapters dedicated to the NextGen NCLEX to prepare faculty to develop questions for their students, addressing the move from critical thinking to clinical judgment.
McKenzie's An Introduction to Community & Public Health
by Denise Seabert James F. McKenzie Robert R. PingerNow in its eleventh edition, McKenzie's An Introduction to Community & Public Health includes the latest topics, trends, and statistics in this evolving field. With an emphasis on developing the knowledge and skills necessary for a career in health education and health promotion, this best-selling introductory text covers such topics as epidemiology, community organizations, program planning, minority health, mental health, environmental health, drug use and abuse, safety, and occupational health.
Means of Access for Enclosed Spaces: Guidance for Marine Professionals (Synthesis Lectures on Ocean Systems Engineering)
by Alexander Arnfinn OlsenThis book provides critical information relating to the design and construction of means of access onboard marine vessels and platforms, including ladders, walkways and ramps, hatches, and alternative access points. Uniquely, this book highlights the importance of considering human factors and ergonomics in engineering design. In support of the Statutory and IACS guidance, this book has been written to provide graphical illustrations and additional textual clarification of the means of access requirements. The goal is to improve the comprehension and application of the Statutory and IACS guidance. Conceptually, this text presents two levels of means of access guidance. The first provides the base criteria to meet the IMO requirements. The second, and preferred, level of guidance incorporates the application of current ergonomics practices to the means of access requirements. The application of ergonomics to the means of access requirements will enhance levels of safety as well as quality of work by providing appropriate access for survey, inspection and maintenance activities for tanks and holds.
Memory: Foundations and Applications
by Bennett L. SchwartzMemory: Foundations and Applications covers key memory models, theories, and experiments, and demonstrates how students can improve their own ability to learn and remember. The new Fifth Edition includes research updates throughout, attention to individual, cross-linguistic, and cross-cultural differences, and support with how to assess evidence while minimizing personal bias to help students evaluate claims.
Memory: Foundations and Applications
by Bennett L. SchwartzMemory: Foundations and Applications covers key memory models, theories, and experiments, and demonstrates how students can improve their own ability to learn and remember. The new Fifth Edition includes research updates throughout, attention to individual, cross-linguistic, and cross-cultural differences, and support with how to assess evidence while minimizing personal bias to help students evaluate claims.
Mindful Inquiry in Social Research
by Valerie Malhotra Bentz James Marlatt Jeremy J. Shapiro Luann Drolc FortuneThe first edition of this classic text introduced researchers and students to a broad range of approaches that are grounded philosophically and are relevant to real contexts. This new edition reflects developments in social research and changes in the global environment. The authors broaden their conception of mindfulness, and show how mindful inquirers can maximize positive outcomes for participants, organizations, communities, and themselves. The first five chapters describe the application of mindful inquiry, and the following nine introduce cultures of inquiry and research traditions, theories, methods, and techniques. Chapters contain activities that provide immediate engagement with learning, suggested readings, and lists of skills for researchers.
Mindful Inquiry in Social Research
by Valerie Malhotra Bentz James Marlatt Jeremy J. Shapiro Luann Drolc FortuneThe first edition of this classic text introduced researchers and students to a broad range of approaches that are grounded philosophically and are relevant to real contexts. This new edition reflects developments in social research and changes in the global environment. The authors broaden their conception of mindfulness, and show how mindful inquirers can maximize positive outcomes for participants, organizations, communities, and themselves. The first five chapters describe the application of mindful inquiry, and the following nine introduce cultures of inquiry and research traditions, theories, methods, and techniques. Chapters contain activities that provide immediate engagement with learning, suggested readings, and lists of skills for researchers.
Modern Carpentry
by R. Jack Jones Willis H. Wagner Howard Bud Smith Mark W. HuthModern Carpentry is a well-illustrated, easy-to-understand source of authoritative, up-to-date information on building materials, tools, and construction methods. This comprehensive, introductory text provides strong, detailed coverage of all aspects of residential and light commercial construction, including site preparation and layout, foundations, framing and sheathing, roofing, windows and doors, exterior finish, stairs, cabinetry, and finishing. The text also features special topics, such as chimneys, fireplaces, and decks, and familiarizes students with other aspects of the building trades with chapters on plumbing, electrical, and HVAC. The textbook strongly focuses on safe work habits in handling tools, materials, and prefabricated components. The chapters are organized in a logical sequence similar to the order builders use to complete various phases of home construction. This edition includes increased coverage of safe work practices, building code requirements, and essential soft skills for carpenters.
Modern Masonry: Brick, Block, Stone, and Concrete
by Timothy L. Andera Clois E. KicklighterModern Masonry provides a thorough foundation in the methods of laying brick, block, stone, and concrete, and presents a broad understanding of materials and their properties. The textbook is organized into functional sections closely related to the needs of apprenticeship training programs, college programs, and other related instruction. Simply and clearly written, this text covers all the important aspects of the masonry trade. Over 75 step-by-step procedures for laying brick, block, stone, and concrete provide clear explanations of recommended techniques for a variety of masonry jobs. This new edition includes the newest materials and building techniques used in the industry, including insulated concrete wall forms, insulated blocks, brick veneer, and special masonry units. The text also encourages professionalism in the field, including work habits, safety habits, continuing education, work ethic, teamwork, and leadership, to prepare students for successful and rewarding masonry careers.
Modern Nutrition in Health and Disease
by Katherine L. Tucker Christopher P. Duggan Gordon L. Jensen Karen E. PetersonIntroducing the twelfth edition of Modern Nutrition in Health and Disease, a seminal text in the field of nutrition. Originally published in 1950, this revised print and digital edition—now in full-color—serves as both a comprehensive learning resource for undergraduate and graduate nutrition majors, and an authoritative reference for nutrition practitioners. Authored and edited by distinguished experts worldwide, this twelfth edition features new chapters on interprofessional practice, global food systems, precision nutrition, and more. With a focus on physiological nutrition principles and fully referenced with the latest scientific research, this edition showcases major advancements in understanding nutrition's role in disease prevention. It continues the tradition of providing in-depth information on various aspects of nutrition, making it an invaluable tool for undergraduates, graduate nutrition majors, and the medical community.
Motocross
by Lisa AmstutzMotocross riders roar over whoops, sail over jumps, and speed up and down hills. They have one goal—to claim victory when the checkered flag waves. Freestyle motocross riders perform daring, high-flying tricks to earn the top prize. Put readers in the center of the heart-pumping motocross action as they learn about everything from rules to equipment and track features. Carefully leveled, high-energy text helps ensure accessibility for even the most reluctant readers.
My Pet at the Vet
by Laura StickneyVets help dogs, cats, rats, and other pets stay happy and healthy! Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning how vets can help when pets get sick or hurt. As readers practice decoding words with short vowel sounds, they gain nonfiction knowledge. Every Stairway Decodables book combines multiple aspects of the Science of Reading to support small group instruction, independent reading, and reading practice at home.
A New League
by Kristin SmedleyFrom watching baseball to playing it, Michael loves every aspect of the game. Michael plays beep baseball because he is blind. But he wants to play on a team with his friends. With the help of his mom, he joins a new league. His coach and teammates learn right along with Michael. Based on the real-life experiences of author Kristin Smedley's oldest son, this early chapter book also features illustrations by artist Kim Crothers, who is visually impaired.
Neymar
by Matt ChandlerAt 17 years old, Neymar made his professional soccer debut. It was a big moment for the boy who grew up playing soccer in Brazil. From there, it didn’t take long for him to become a global superstar. Neymar’s dribbling skills are legendary, and he has scored well over 400 goals in his career. He helped the Brazilian soccer team win their first Olympic gold medal in 2016. Discover more about Neymar’s career and life in this entertaining biography.
Night Flight
by Marley RichmondDuring the day, most bats sleep hanging from caves or trees. At night, bats come alive, navigating with their ears, hunting bugs, and flying through the dark. Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning all about bats and their nighttime routines. As readers practice decoding words with the long vowel patterns y and igh, they gain science knowledge. Every Stairway Decodables nonfiction book combines multiple aspects of the Science of Reading to support small group instruction, independent reading, and reading practice at home.
Nursing Research: Reading, Using, and Creating Evidence with Navigate Advantage Access
by Janet Houser Kenneth OjaNursing Research: Reading, Using, and Creating Evidence, Sixth Edition is a foundational text for teaching and learning the basics of creating and using evidence in nursing practice. Written in a conversational tone, the hallmark of this text is its readability and the author’s skillfulness in simplifying otherwise complex topics such as evidence-based care, qualitative and quantitative studies, and translation of research to practice. Nurses need to demonstrate proficiency in reading research, determining its use in their practice, and participating in the research process. The Sixth Edition is intuitively organized around the three main competencies - reading, using, and creating evidence - all of which enable the student to translate research into evidence in a practical way. This text is intended to teach and support the clinical practice of students, professional nurses returning to school, and practicing nurses that must apply evidence to patient care.
Nutrition Education: Linking Research, Theory, and Practice
by Isobel R. Contento Pamela A KochNutrition Education: Linking Research, Theory, and Practice, Fifth Edition is a practical and straightforward theory- and research-based guide for how to create, implement, and evaluate nutrition education that can change dietary behavior to improve the health of people and the planet. Built around the six-step DESIGN process for creating nutrition educational plans to be delivered to groups in person or indirectly through various physical and digital media along with plans for creating activities to provide environmental supports, this text also provides detailed nuts and bolts guidance to help students deliver these plans effectively through various media to a range of audiences or populations.
On the Farm
by Laura StickneyFarms are places where people raise plants and animals. Farmers work hard to harvest crops from their fields. They take care of animals like cows, horses, and pigs. Beginning readers hone their phonics skills while learning about different types of farm animals and plants. As readers practice decoding words with the r-controlled vowel a, they gain nonfiction knowledge. Every Stairway Decodables book combines multiple aspects of the Science of Reading to support small group instruction, independent reading, and reading practice at home.
Organizational Communication: A Critical Introduction
by Dennis K. Mumby Timothy R. KuhnOrganizational Communication: A Critical Approach, Third Edition presents a modern, critical perspective while providing a comprehensive survey of theory and research in organizational communication. Authors Dennis Mumby and Timothy Kuhn familiarize students with the field of organizational communication—historically, conceptually, and practically—and challenge them to reconsider their common sense understandings of work and organizations, preparing them for participation in 21st century organizational settings. Linking theory with practice, Mumby and Kuhn skillfully explore the significant role played by organizations and corporations in constructing our identities. The text has been extensively revised, recognizing that the world has changed significantly between editions including the rise of social media, the increasingly networked character of organizational life, the emergence of AI, and more. Critical analysis of the relationship between communication and organization has never been more important, and the updates provide a current look into the critical issues that students will face as they navigate their work lives.
Organizational Communication: A Critical Introduction
by Dennis K. Mumby Timothy R. KuhnOrganizational Communication: A Critical Approach, Third Edition presents a modern, critical perspective while providing a comprehensive survey of theory and research in organizational communication. Authors Dennis Mumby and Timothy Kuhn familiarize students with the field of organizational communication—historically, conceptually, and practically—and challenge them to reconsider their common sense understandings of work and organizations, preparing them for participation in 21st century organizational settings. Linking theory with practice, Mumby and Kuhn skillfully explore the significant role played by organizations and corporations in constructing our identities. The text has been extensively revised, recognizing that the world has changed significantly between editions including the rise of social media, the increasingly networked character of organizational life, the emergence of AI, and more. Critical analysis of the relationship between communication and organization has never been more important, and the updates provide a current look into the critical issues that students will face as they navigate their work lives.
Organizational Ethics: A Practical Approach
by Craig E. JohnsonOrganizational Ethics: A Practical Approach, Sixth Edition provides readers with opportunities to apply ethical principles and practices in a variety of settings through self-assessments, analyses, projects, and discussion. Bestselling author, Craig E. Johnson, shows how we can develop our ethical competence, just as we develop our abilities to manage or oversee operations.