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The Geography of Urban Transportation

The Geography of Urban Transportation

A comprehensive update the fourth edition of this leading text features numerous chapters by new authors addressing the latest trends and topics in the field. The book presents the foundational concepts and methodological tools that readers need in order to engage with today's pressing urban transportation policy issues. Coverage encompasses passenger and freight dynamics in the American metropolis; the local and regional transportation planning process; and questions related to public transit land use social equity and environmental justice energy consumption air pollution transportation finance sustainability and more. Among the student-friendly features are special-topic boxes delving into key issues and 87 instructive figures including eight color plates. New to This Edition *Extensively revised coverage of information and communication technologies urban freight travel behaviors and regional transportation planning. *Engaging discussions of current topics: smartphone travel tracking Uber car and bike sharing food deserts biofuels and more. *Heightened focus on climate change. *Reflects over a decade of policy changes technological advances and emergent ideas and findings in the field. *Most of the figures and special-topic boxes are new. | The Geography of Urban Transportation

GBP 62.99
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Law and Mental Health A Case-Based Approach

Law and Mental Health A Case-Based Approach

Favored by instructors and students for its real-world focus and engaging style this authoritative text on the interface of psychology and law has now been revised and expanded. Each chapter provides an overview of case law on an important topic and explores selected cases in depth. Coverage includes psychological and mental health issues in criminal and civil proceedings; the role of practitioners as expert witnesses and forensic consultants; and legal concerns in general clinical practice. Salient legal processes and decisions are summarized and implications for today's clinical and forensic practitioners highlighted. Instructors who adopt the book for courses will receive a supplemental test bank with questions keyed to each chapter. Students can access a downloadable Study Guide. New to This Edition *Updated throughout with current research and substantive changes in mental health law. *Chapter on competency in juvenile justice. *Citations of 115 new legal cases. *Conclusion identifying urgent social challenges facing the field. Pedagogical Features *Boxes on key concepts and areas of controversy. *"Where are They Now?" boxes revisiting people from landmark cases. *Updated test bank and new downloadable Study Guide. *End-of-chapter lists of legal cases discussed. | Law and Mental Health A Case-Based Approach

GBP 49.99
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Child and Adolescent Development for Educators Second Edition

Child and Adolescent Development for Educators Second Edition

This accessible text-now revised and updated-has given thousands of future educators a solid grounding in developmental science to inform their work in schools. The book reviews major theories of development and their impact on educational practice. Chapters examine how teaching and learning intersect with specific domains of child and adolescent development-language intelligence and intellectual diversity motivation family and peer relationships gender roles and mental health. Pedagogical features include chapter summaries definitions of key terms and boxes addressing topics of special interest to educators. Instructors requesting a desk copy receive a supplemental test bank with objective test items and essay questions for each chapter. (First edition authors: Michael Pressley and Christine B. McCormick. ) New to This Edition *Extensively revised to reflect a decade's worth of advances in developmental research neuroscience and genetics. *Greatly expanded coverage of family and peer relationships with new content on social–emotional learning social media child care and early intervention. *Discussions of executive function theory of mind and teacher–student relationships. *Increased attention to ethnic–racial gender and LGBT identity development. *Many new and revised practical examples and topic boxes. | Child and Adolescent Development for Educators Second Edition

GBP 54.99
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Theory Construction and Model-Building Skills A Practical Guide for Social Scientists

Theory Construction and Model-Building Skills A Practical Guide for Social Scientists

This accessible hands-on text has now been revised and updated with expanded coverage of topics including how theory may emerge from exploratory data analysis. The book prepares graduate students new researchers and even seasoned investigators to develop their own theories and build on existing ones. Concrete strategies are provided to help readers generate ideas define constructs and think through relationships and processes that link constructs. Compelling examples from multiple disciplines illustrate the use of quantitative qualitative and mixed methods orientations to theory construction. The text also offers practical advice for writing effectively about theories in papers and grant applications. Readers learn by doing via application and concept exercises demonstration boxes and practical guidelines. The extensive companion website (www. theory-construction. com) includes PowerPoint slides of all of the book’s figures primers on advanced topics video demonstrations supplemental exercises and other resources. New to This Edition *Emergent theory is now covered in mixed methods as well as qualitative approaches plus in a new chapter on exploratory quantitative methods that can help generate new theory through data mining. *Chapter on whether and how to revise a theory when faced with disconfirmatory data. *Two chapters on the theoretical underpinnings of measurement practices. *New or expanded discussions of what constitutes a theoretical contribution conceptual logic models thought experiments and more. Pedagogical Features *Application and concept exercises in every chapter. *Lists of key terms and engaging topical boxes. *Annotated suggestions for further reading. *New companion website with rich resources for students and instructors. *Chapters stand on their own and can be used in any order. | Theory Construction and Model-Building Skills A Practical Guide for Social Scientists

GBP 49.99
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Principles and Practice of Structural Equation Modeling Fifth Edition

Principles and Practice of Structural Equation Modeling Fifth Edition

Significantly revised the fifth edition of the most complete accessible text now covers all three approaches to structural equation modeling (SEM)-covariance-based SEM nonparametric SEM (Pearl’s structural causal model) and composite SEM (partial least squares path modeling). With increased emphasis on freely available software tools such as the R lavaan package the text uses data examples from multiple disciplines to provide a comprehensive understanding of all phases of SEM-what to know best practices and pitfalls to avoid. It includes exercises with answers rules to remember topic boxes and new self-tests on significance testing regression and psychometrics. The companion website supplies helpful primers on these topics as well as data syntax and output for the book's examples in files that can be opened with any basic text editor. New to This Edition *Chapters on composite SEM also called partial least squares path modeling or variance-based SEM; conducting SEM analyses in small samples; and recent developments in mediation analysis. *Coverage of new reporting standards for SEM analyses; piecewise SEM also called confirmatory path analysis; comparing alternative models fitted to the same data; and issues in multiple-group SEM. *Extended tutorials on techniques for dealing with missing data in SEM and instrumental variable methods to deal with confounding of target causal effects. Pedagogical Features *New self-tests of knowledge about background topics (significance testing regression and psychometrics) with scoring key and online primers. *End-of-chapter suggestions for further reading and exercises with answers. *Troublesome examples from real data with guidance for handling typical problems in analyses. *Topic boxes on special issues and boxed rules to remember. *Website promoting a learn-by-doing approach including data extensively annotated syntax and output files for all the book’s detailed examples. | Principles and Practice of Structural Equation Modeling Fifth Edition

GBP 62.99
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The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide Third Edition What You and Your Family Need to Know

The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide Third Edition What You and Your Family Need to Know

Bipolar disorder is a lifelong challenge-but it doesn't have to rule your life. Find the science-based information you need in the revised third edition of this indispensable guide. Trusted authority Dr. David J. Miklowitz shares proven strategies for managing your illness or supporting a loved one with the disorder. Learn specific steps to cope with mood episodes reduce recurrences avoid misdiagnosis get the most out of treatment resolve family conflicts and make lifestyle changes to stay well. Updated throughout the third edition has a new chapter on kids and teens; the latest facts on medications and therapy including important advances in personalized care; and expanded coverage of the bipolar II subtype. It features boxes on complementary and alternative treatments and provides downloadable practical tools. | The Bipolar Disorder Survival Guide Third Edition What You and Your Family Need to Know

GBP 18.99
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Psychometric Methods Theory into Practice

Psychometric Methods Theory into Practice

Grounded in current knowledge and professional practice this book provides up-to-date coverage of psychometric theory methods and interpretation of results. Essential topics include measurement and statistical concepts scaling models test design and development reliability validity factor analysis item response theory and generalizability theory. Also addressed are norming and test equating topics not typically covered in traditional psychometrics texts. Examples drawn from a dataset on intelligence testing are used throughout the book elucidating the assumptions underlying particular methods and providing SPSS (or alternative) syntax for conducting analyses. The companion website presents datasets for all examples as well as PowerPoint slides of figures and key concepts. Pedagogical features include equation boxes with explanations of statistical notation and end-of-chapter glossaries. The Appendix offers extensions of the topical chapters with example source code from SAS SPSS IRTPRO BILOG-MG PARSCALE TESTFACT and DIMTEST. | Psychometric Methods Theory into Practice

GBP 79.99
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Expanding Reading Comprehension in Grades 3–6 Effective Instruction for All Students

Expanding Reading Comprehension in Grades 3–6 Effective Instruction for All Students

Students in grades 3–6 need to use increasingly sophisticated comprehension skills and strategies as they read and build knowledge across disciplinary content areas. Grounded in research this book presents effective practices for integrating literacy instruction with literature science and social studies. Chapters address text selection vocabulary development strategy instruction discussion formats writing to express and expand comprehension assessment and more. Ways to meet the needs of emergent bilingual and culturally diverse students are highlighted throughout. Ideal for preservice and inservice teachers and professional staff development the book includes classroom vignettes text boxes with easy-to-read instructional procedures and curriculum resources. Helpful reproducible forms can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size. See also the authors' related book on the primary grades: Developing Reading Comprehension: Effective Instruction for All Students in PreK-2. | Expanding Reading Comprehension in Grades 3–6 Effective Instruction for All Students

GBP 29.99
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Longitudinal Structural Equation Modeling with Mplus A Latent State-Trait Perspective

Longitudinal Structural Equation Modeling with Mplus A Latent State-Trait Perspective

An in-depth guide to executing longitudinal confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) and structural equation modeling (SEM) in Mplus this book uses latent state–trait (LST) theory as a unifying conceptual framework including the relevant coefficients of consistency occasion specificity and reliability. Following a standard format chapters review the theoretical underpinnings strengths and limitations of the various models; present data examples; and demonstrate each model's application and interpretation in Mplus with numerous screen shots and output excerpts. Coverage encompasses both traditional models (autoregressive change score and growth curve models) and LST models for analyzing single- and multiple-indicator data. The book discusses measurement equivalence testing intensive longitudinal data modeling and missing data handling and provides strategies for model selection and reporting of results. User-friendly features include special-topic boxes chapter summaries and suggestions for further reading. The companion website features data sets annotated syntax files and output for all of the examples. | Longitudinal Structural Equation Modeling with Mplus A Latent State-Trait Perspective

GBP 54.99
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Contemporary Feminist Research from Theory to Practice

Contemporary Feminist Research from Theory to Practice

Exploring the breadth of contemporary feminist research practices this engaging text immerses the reader in cutting-edge theories methods and practical strategies. Chapters review theoretical work and describe approaches to conducting quantitative qualitative and community-based research with participants; doing content or media analysis; and evaluating programs or interventions. Ethical issues are addressed and innovative uses of digital media highlighted. The focus is studying gender inequities as they are experienced by individuals and groups from diverse cultural racial and socioeconomic backgrounds and with diverse gender identities. Delving into the process of writing and publishing feminist research the text covers timely topics such as public scholarship activism and arts-based practices. The companion website features interviews with prominent feminist researchers. Pedagogical Features *Case examples of feminist research. *Running glossary of key terms. *Boxes highlighting hot topics and key points for practice. *End-of-chapter discussion questions and activities. *End-of-chapter annotated suggested reading (books articles and online resources). *Sample letters to research participants. *Appendix of feminist scholars organized by discipline. | Contemporary Feminist Research from Theory to Practice

GBP 32.99
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The Psychology of Religion An Empirical Approach

The Psychology of Religion An Empirical Approach

Keeping up with the rapidly growing research base the leading graduate-level psychology of religion text is now in a fully updated fifth edition. It takes a balanced empirically driven approach to understanding the role of religion in individual functioning and social behavior. Integrating research on numerous different faith traditions the book addresses the quest for meaning; links between religion and biology; religious thought belief and behavior across the lifespan; experiential dimensions of religion and spirituality; the social psychology of religious organizations; and connections to coping adjustment and mental disorder. Chapter-opening quotations and topical research boxes enhance the readability of this highly instructive text. New to This Edition *New topics: cognitive science of religion; religion and violence; and groups that advocate terrorist tactics. *The latest empirical findings including hundreds of new references. *Expanded discussion of atheism and varieties of nonbelief. *More research on religions outside the Judeo-Christian tradition particularly Islam. *State-of-the-art research methods including techniques for assessing neurological states. | The Psychology of Religion An Empirical Approach

GBP 70.99
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Clinical Practice of Cognitive Therapy with Children and Adolescents The Nuts and Bolts

Clinical Practice of Cognitive Therapy with Children and Adolescents The Nuts and Bolts

Widely regarded as the definitive practitioner reference and teaching text this book provides a complete introduction to doing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) with 6- to 18-year-olds. The authors offer a blueprint for formulating cases and tailoring treatment to each child's or adolescent's unique developmental and clinical needs. Coverage includes how to orient children and families to cognitive therapy structure each session and implement a wide range of CBT techniques. Rich case material illustrates ways that CBT can help children struggling with specific emotional and behavioral problems. Reproducible forms and handouts can be downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size. New to This Edition *Incorporates the latest advances in CBT with youth and gives increased attention to cultural issues including new case examples. *Chapter on working with patients with autism spectrum disorder. *Chapter on cognitive-behavioral family therapy. *Pull-out boxes throughout that summarize key points. *Epilogue on developing clinical wisdom. See also the authors' Cognitive Therapy Techniques for Children and Adolescents: Tools for Enhancing Practice which presents creative ways to address challenging problems. | Clinical Practice of Cognitive Therapy with Children and Adolescents The Nuts and Bolts

GBP 29.99
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Internal Family Systems Therapy

Internal Family Systems Therapy

Now significantly revised with over 70% new material this is the authoritative presentation of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy which is taught and practiced around the world. IFS reveals how the subpersonalities or "parts" of each individual's psyche relate to each other like members of a family and how-just as in a family-polarization among parts can lead to emotional suffering. IFS originator Richard Schwartz and master clinician Martha Sweezy explain core concepts and provide practical guidelines for implementing IFS with clients who are struggling with trauma anxiety depression eating disorders addiction and other behavioral problems. They also address strategies for treating families and couples. IFS therapy is listed in SAMHSA's National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices. New to This Edition *Extensively revised to reflect 25 years of conceptual refinement expansion of IFS techniques and a growing evidence base. *Chapters on the Self the body and physical illness the role of the therapist specific clinical strategies and couple therapy. *Enhanced clinical utility with significantly more "how-to" details case examples and sample dialogues. *Quick-reference boxes summarizing key points and end-of-chapter summaries. | Internal Family Systems Therapy

GBP 40.99
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Motivational Interviewing in Social Work Practice Second Edition

Motivational Interviewing in Social Work Practice Second Edition

The definitive text on motivational interviewing (MI) written by and for social workers has now been updated and expanded with 60% new material including a revised conceptual framework cutting-edge applications and enhanced pedagogical features. Melinda Hohman and her associates demonstrate what MI looks like in action how it transforms conversations with clients and how to integrate it into social work practice in a wide range of settings. Extensive new case examples and annotated sample dialogues bring the concepts to life helping readers build their own repertoires of MI skills. The book also summarizes the research base for MI and shares expert recommendations for teaching training and professional development. New to This Edition *Expanded and restructured around the current four-process model of MI (engaging focusing evoking and planning). *Content is explicitly linked to the Council on Social Work Education's Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) and the Grand Challenges for Social Work. *Chapter on MI through the lens of critical race theory. *Chapter on innovative applications in the areas of trauma food insecurity and environmental justice. *Additional pedagogical features-"Voices from the Field" boxes written by social workers in a variety of roles and end-of-chapter reflection questions. This book is in the Applications of Motivational Interviewing series edited by Stephen Rollnick William R. Miller and Theresa B. Moyers. | Motivational Interviewing in Social Work Practice Second Edition

GBP 29.99
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Bayesian Statistics for the Social Sciences Second Edition

Bayesian Statistics for the Social Sciences Second Edition

The second edition of this practical book equips social science researchers to apply the latest Bayesian methodologies to their data analysis problems. It includes new chapters on model uncertainty Bayesian variable selection and sparsity and Bayesian workflow for statistical modeling. Clearly explaining frequentist and epistemic probability and prior distributions the second edition emphasizes use of the open-source RStan software package. The text covers Hamiltonian Monte Carlo Bayesian linear regression and generalized linear models model evaluation and comparison multilevel modeling models for continuous and categorical latent variables missing data and more. Concepts are fully illustrated with worked-through examples from large-scale educational and social science databases such as the Program for International Student Assessment and the Early Childhood Longitudinal Study. Annotated RStan code appears in screened boxes; the companion website (www. guilford. com/kaplan-materials) provides data sets and code for the book's examples. New to This Edition *Utilizes the R interface to Stan-faster and more stable than previously available Bayesian software-for most of the applications discussed. *Coverage of Hamiltonian MC; Cromwell’s rule; Jeffreys' prior; the LKJ prior for correlation matrices; model evaluation and model comparison with a critique of the Bayesian information criterion; variational Bayes as an alternative to Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC) sampling; and other new topics. *Chapters on Bayesian variable selection and sparsity model uncertainty and model averaging and Bayesian workflow for statistical modeling. | Bayesian Statistics for the Social Sciences Second Edition

GBP 57.99
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Program Evaluation Theory and Practice Second Edition A Comprehensive Guide

Program Evaluation Theory and Practice Second Edition A Comprehensive Guide

The leading text that covers both the theory and practice of evaluation in one engaging volume has now been revised and updated with additional evaluation approaches (such as mixed methods and principles-focused evaluation) and new methods (such as technologically based strategies). The book features examples of small- and large-scale evaluations from a range of fields many with reflective commentary from the evaluators; helpful checklists; and carefully crafted learning activities. Major theoretical paradigms in evaluation-and the ways they inform methodological choices-are explained. Readers learn effective strategies for clarifying their own theoretical assumptions; working with stakeholders; developing questions; using quantitative qualitative and mixed methods designs; selecting data collection and sampling strategies; analyzing data; and communicating and utilizing findings. The new companion website provides extensive recommended online resources and tools organized by chapter. New to This Edition *Additional evaluation approaches: collaborative evaluation principles-focused evaluation and desk reviews. *Coverage of new data collection technologies and methods of qualitative coding. *Expanded discussions of logic models cost–benefit analysis and mixed methods designs. *Many new and updated sample studies. Pedagogical Features *Reflection questions that prepare students to read each chapter. *Extending Your Thinking questions and practical activities. *Boxes delving into key concepts and example studies. *End-of-book Glossary and highlighted key terms throughout. *Companion website with links to helpful resources on all aspects of evaluation. | Program Evaluation Theory and Practice Second Edition A Comprehensive Guide

GBP 66.99
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Motivational Interviewing Fourth Edition Helping People Change and Grow

Motivational Interviewing Fourth Edition Helping People Change and Grow

Now in a fully rewritten fourth edition this is the authoritative presentation of motivational interviewing (MI) the powerful approach to facilitating change. It has been updated and streamlined to be even more user-friendly as a practitioner guide and course text. MI originators William R. Miller and Stephen Rollnick elucidate the four tasks of MI-engaging focusing evoking and planning-and vividly demonstrate what they look like in action. A wealth of vignettes and interview examples illustrate the dos and don'ts of successful implementation in diverse contexts. The book reviews the evidence base for the approach and covers ways to assess the quality of MI. The companion website provides reflection questions annotated case material and additional helpful resources. New to This Edition *Most of the book is entirely new. *Addresses the breadth of MI applications not only in counseling and psychotherapy but also in health care education coaching management and other contexts. *Discusses delivering MI remotely simple versus complex affirmations strategic use of directional questions ethical considerations and other new or expanded topics. *Increased emphasis on using MI throughout a client's process of change and growth not just in the preparatory stage. Pedagogical Features *New or updated online materials including reflection questions and annotated cases. *Key points at the end of each chapter. *"Personal Perspective" and "For Therapists" boxes in every chapter. *Extensive glossary. *New self-assessment tool that targets the component skills of MI. This book is in the Applications of Motivational Interviewing series edited by Stephen Rollnick William R. Miller and Theresa B. Moyers. | Motivational Interviewing Fourth Edition Helping People Change and Grow

GBP 54.99
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Action Research in Education Second Edition A Practical Guide

Action Research in Education Second Edition A Practical Guide

Acclaimed as a text and professional development tool this user-friendly resource has now been revised and updated and offers expanded coverage of collaborative action research (CAR) and participatory action research (PAR). Preservice and inservice educators get crucial step-by-step guidance for conducting classroom- and school-based studies to improve their instructional practices. Organized to mirror the full cycle of action research the book provides balanced coverage of qualitative quantitative and mixed methods approaches. Vivid vignettes and examples illustrate research approaches for a range of teaching and learning situations school subjects and age groups (PreK-12). Readers learn how research approaches are driven by the research question as well as how to develop data collection strategies; design and/or evaluate assessment tools; interpret analyze report and implement study results; and design a new cycle of research that builds on the previous one. New to This Edition *In-depth descriptions of CAR and PAR-which enable groups of teachers to work together to solve problems in a classroom or school-plus examples of both throughout the book. *Expanded or new discussions (with examples) of such topics as how research approaches and methods are driven by the research question how to assess different types of reliability and validity the differences between analysis and interpretation and how to use sequential cycles of research for continuous improvement and professional development. *Fully updated references and resources. Pedagogical Features *Both individual and group exercises and activities in every chapter. *New and updated checklists and guidelines that enable busy educators to self-assess the progress and quality of their studies. *Sample templates to assist in development of research instruments. *Example boxes illustrating the components of an action research report. *Summary tables highlighting key aspects of different research strategies. *Chapter summaries (now shorter for ease of use) and suggestions for further reading. | Action Research in Education Second Edition A Practical Guide

GBP 45.99
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