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Marriage and the Family Mirror of a Diverse Global Society

Marriage and the Family Mirror of a Diverse Global Society

Marriage and the Family: Mirror of a Diverse Global Society is a comprehensive text about marriage and the family in sociology family science and diversity studies. The book is divided into four parts: studying marriage patterns and understanding family diversity; developing and maintaining intimate relationships; tackling family issues and managing household crises; and appreciating contemporary living arrangements in a diverse American society and across the global community. Marriage and the Family is unique in its focus on diversity as well as its global perspective. Diversity Overview boxes feature vignettes of family diversity in America. Global Overview boxes invite students to experience family life in different areas of the world. Indeed families become a mirror that helps students see a diversifying American society and a globalizing world. | Marriage and the Family Mirror of a Diverse Global Society

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Applied Communication Research Methods Getting Started as a Researcher

Applied Communication Research Methods Getting Started as a Researcher

This third edition is again a practical introduction to communication research methods foregrounding the role research plays in communication and media industry careers. Covering major methodologies such as surveys experiments focus groups in-depth interviews content analysis and others the book takes the reader through the research process from beginning to end. The text continues to help students link the research methods they learn to practical contexts through its activities and features which include Voices From Industry boxes written by practitioners that give insight into application of methods; Steps to Success research review checklists; and numerous end-of-chapter activities to reinforce concepts. This third edition contains updates throughout including an expanded discussion of reliability and validity across both qualitative and quantitative research contexts as well as new Research in Action boxes that showcase how research is used in professional and public contexts. The text is ideally suited to both undergraduate and graduate courses in communication research methods within communication media and mass communication programs. Online resources including sample syllabi PowerPoint slides and test banks are available at www. routledge. com/9781032288819. | Applied Communication Research Methods Getting Started as a Researcher

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Texas Politics Governing the Lone Star State

Texas Politics Governing the Lone Star State

The eighth edition of this popular text has been expanded and updated to better fit the needs of a stand-alone Texas politics course. Jillson continues to approach the politics of the Lone Star State from historical developmental and analytical perspectives while giving students the most even-handed readable and engaging description of Texas politics available today. Students are encouraged to connect the origins and development of government and politics in Texas to its current practice and the alternatives possible through change and reform. This text helps instructors prepare their students to master the origin and development of the Texas Constitution the structure and powers of state and local government in Texas how Texas fits into the U. S. federal system as well as political participation the electoral process and public policy in Texas. Texas Politics offers instructors and students an unmatched range of pedagogical aids and tools. Each chapter opens with an engaging vignette and a series of focus questions to orient readers to the learning objectives at hand and concludes with a chapter summary a list of key terms review questions suggested readings and web resources. Let’s Compare boxes help students see how Texas sits alongside other states Texas Legends boxes spotlight key figures in Texas political history Pro & Con boxes bring conflicting political views into sharper focus and every chapter features a timeline of important events in Texas history. New to the eighth edition • Covers the 2020 national elections the 2021 legislative session and the 2018 state and national elections as they affect Texas. • Highlights Governor Greg Abbott’s call for policy solutions to the vulnerability of the Texas energy grid; Texas voter eligibility laws; the coronavirus recovery program; and preparation for redistricting in the wake of the 2020 census. • Provides a detailed study of the 2022–2023 state budget and the taxing and spending decisions that went into it including the school funding and property tax reforms of 2019. . | Texas Politics Governing the Lone Star State

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Texas Politics Governing the Lone Star State

Texas Politics Governing the Lone Star State

The ninth edition of this popular text has been expanded and updated to better fit the needs of a stand-alone Texas politics course. Jillson continues to approach the politics of the Lone Star State from historical developmental and analytical perspectives while giving students the most even-handed readable and engaging description of Texas politics available today. Students are encouraged to connect the origins and development of government and politics in Texas to its current practice and the alternatives possible through change and reform. This text helps instructors prepare their students to master the origin and development of the Texas Constitution the structure and powers of state and local government in Texas how Texas fits into the U. S. federal system as well as political participation the electoral process and public policy in Texas. An author-written Test Bank is available as Support Material on the Webpage for the book: www. routledge. com/Texas-Politics-Governing-the-Lone-Star-State/Jillson/p/book/9781032513386 Texas Politics offers instructors and students an unmatched range of pedagogical aids and tools. Each chapter opens with an engaging vignette and a series of focus questions to orient readers to the learning objectives at hand and concludes with a chapter summary a list of key terms review questions suggested readings and web resources. “Let’s Compare” boxes help students see how Texas sits alongside other states “Texas Legends” boxes spotlight key figures in Texas political history “Pro & Con” boxes bring conflicting political views into sharper focus; and every chapter features a timeline of important events in Texas history. New to the ninth edition Covers the 2022 state and national elections the 2023 legislative session and the 2020 national elections as they affect Texas Highlights Governor Greg Abbott’s call for policy solutions to the vulnerability of the Texas energy grid; Texas voter eligibility laws; abortion and gun violence; and political consequences of redistricting after the wake of the 2020 census Provides a detailed study of the 2022–23 state budget and the taxing and spending decisions that went into it including the school funding and property tax reforms of 2019 | Texas Politics Governing the Lone Star State

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The Craft and Art of Scenic Design Strategies Concepts and Resources

The Craft and Art of Scenic Design Strategies Concepts and Resources

The Craft and Art of Scenic Design: Strategies Concepts and Resources explores how to design stage scenery from a practical and conceptual perspective. Discussion of conceptualizing the design through script analysis and research is followed by a comprehensive overview of execution: collaboration with directors and other designers working with spaces developing an effective design process and the aesthetics of stage design. This book features case studies key words tip boxes definitions and chapter exercises. Additionally it provides advice on portfolio and career development contracts and working with a union. This book was written for university-level Scenic Design courses. | The Craft and Art of Scenic Design Strategies Concepts and Resources

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IBM SPSS Statistics 27 Step by Step A Simple Guide and Reference

IBM SPSS Statistics 27 Step by Step A Simple Guide and Reference

IBM SPSS Statistics 27 Step by Step: A Simple Guide and Reference seventeenth edition takes a straightforward step-by-step approach that makes SPSS software clear to beginners and experienced researchers alike. Extensive use of four-color screen shots clear writing and step-by-step boxes guide readers through the program. Output for each procedure is explained and illustrated and every output term is defined. Exercises at the end of each chapter support students by providing additional opportunities to practice using SPSS. This book covers the basics of statistical analysis and addresses more advanced topics such as multidimensional scaling factor analysis discriminant analysis measures of internal consistency MANOVA (between- and within-subjects) cluster analysis Log-linear models logistic regression and a chapter describing residuals. The end sections include a description of data files used in exercises an exhaustive glossary suggestions for further reading and a comprehensive index. IBM SPSS Statistics 27 Step by Step is distributed in 85 countries has been an academic best seller through most of the earlier editions and has proved an invaluable aid to thousands of researchers and students. New to this edition: Screenshots explanations and step-by-step boxes have been fully updated to reflect SPSS 27 A new chapter on a priori power analysis helps researchers determine the sample size needed for their research before starting data collection. | IBM SPSS Statistics 27 Step by Step A Simple Guide and Reference

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Sales Force Management Leadership Innovation Technology

Sales Force Management Leadership Innovation Technology

In this 13th edition of Sales Force Management Mark Johnston and Greg Marshall continue to build on the book’s reputation as a contemporary classic fully updated for modern sales management teaching research and practice. The authors have strengthened the focus on the use of technology in sales management offered new discussions on innovative sales practices and further highlighted sales and marketing integration. By identifying recent trends and applications Sales Force Management combines real-world sales management best practices with cutting-edge theory and empirical research in a single authoritative source. Pedagogical features include: Engaging breakout questions designed to spark lively discussion. Leadership Challenge assignments and Minicases at the end of every chapter to help students understand and apply the principles they have learned in the classroom. Leadership Innovation and Technology boxes that simulate real-world challenges faced by salespeople and their managers. Ethical Moment boxes in each chapter put students on the firing line of making ethical choices in sales. Role-Play exercises at the end of each chapter designed to enable students to learn by doing. A comprehensive selection of updated and revised longer sales management case studies in the book and on the companion website. This fully updated new edition offers a thorough and integrated overview of accumulated theory and research relevant to sales management translated clearly into practical applications—a hallmark of Sales Force Management over the years. It is an invaluable resource for students of sales management at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The companion website features an instructor’s manual PowerPoints case studies and other tools to provide additional support for students and instructors. | Sales Force Management Leadership Innovation Technology

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Cultural Awareness in Nursing and Health Care An Introductory Text

Cultural Awareness in Nursing and Health Care An Introductory Text

This introductory textbook relates theory to practice and enhances students' learning and understanding of cultural issues that impact on patient care and their own practice as nurses while considering wider social and political issues. Now in its third edition Cultural Awareness in Nursing and Health Care has been updated to include new research evidence and a completely new chapter focusing on the health care workforce itself and the issues it’s facing. Other topics include: Health illness and religious beliefs; Mental health and culture; Women’s and men’s health in a multicultural society; Caring for the elderly; Death and bereavement. Key features: Includes international perspectives and issues relating to overseas nurses studying and working in the UK; Case studies reflective exercises summary boxes and website links designed to stimulate discussion and shared practice; Fully updated with guidelines for practice and education. | Cultural Awareness in Nursing and Health Care An Introductory Text

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Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry Principles of Sustainable Operations

Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry Principles of Sustainable Operations

This foundational textbook investigates the economic environmental and social sustainability issues facing the hospitality industry today and explores ideas solutions and strategies of how to manage operations in a sustainable way. This updated fourth edition features new content including: Research on nature-based solutions and zero-carbon approaches in facilities technologies for energy water and waste management changes in consumer behaviour and environmental and social impacts of food production A new chapter on employees diversity inclusion and well-being in the industry A new chapter on the challenges of operating in the Global South More than 100 international industry case studies and focused info boxes New practical exercises discussion questions and research project ideas based on real-life sustainability scenarios Accessible and comprehensive this book is essential reading for all students as well as current and future managers in the hospitality industry. | Sustainability in the Hospitality Industry Principles of Sustainable Operations

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The Making of Modern Economics The Lives and Ideas of the Great Thinkers

The Making of Modern Economics The Lives and Ideas of the Great Thinkers

The Making of Modern Economics presents a bold and engaging history of economics—the dramatic story of how the great economic thinkers built today's rigorous social science. This comprehensive yet accessible introduction to the major economic philosophers begins with Adam Smith and continues through to the present day. It examines the contributions each one made to our understanding of the role of the economist the science of economics and economic theory. Boxes in each chapter highlight little-known and entertaining facts about the economists' personal lives that had an influence on their work. The fourth edition adds coverage of modern monetary theory the COVID-19 pandemic climate change minimum wage debates Schumpeter and socialism Malthus and immigration and more. The Making of Modern Economics is a valuable engaging text for courses in the history of economic thought and political economy. | The Making of Modern Economics The Lives and Ideas of the Great Thinkers

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Stage Management

Stage Management

Now in its twelfth edition Stage Management is the comprehensive go-to manual on stage management in all theatre environments. Revered as the authoritative resource for stage management this text is rich with practical resources including checklists diagrams examples forms and step-by-step directions. In addition to sharing their own expertise Stern and Gold have gathered practical advice from working stage managers of Broadway off-Broadway touring companies regional community and 99-seat Equity waiver theatres. This new edition has been fully updated with new technology and best practices including: New websites for stage management tools and software Updated Equity rules Additional safety and emergency protocols New voices from practicing stage managers in text boxes and case studies scattered throughout the book. This practical guide is written for students of Stage Management in Theatre programs as well as early career stage managers. The companion website features paperwork templates downloadable checklists suggested readings a list of websites and apps with today’s cutting-edge stage management technology and a list of over 500 internships and apprenticeships available across the United States.

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Asian Philosophies

Asian Philosophies

With an inside view from an expert in the field and a clear and engaging writing style Asian Philosophies Seventh Edition invites students and professors to think along with the great minds of the Asian traditions. Eminent scholar and teacher John M. Koller has devoted his life to understanding and explaining Asian thought and practice. He wrote this text to give students access to the rich philosophical and religious ideas of both South and East Asia. New to this seventh edition: Added material on Confucianism including focused coverage of (1) the Analects and society and (2) ren and nature; Additional information on Theravada Buddhism Vajrayana Buddhism and Zen Buddhism as well as new in-depth coverage of ecological attitudes in Buddhism; Expanded coverage of ecological attitudes in all of the Asian traditions; Brief excerpts from primary sources to help better explain the key concepts; Added timelines for essential texts in each tradition; Improved Glossary and Pronunciation Guide; Additional text boxes to help students quickly understand key ideas texts and concepts; Updated Further Reading sections.

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World Prehistory A Brief Introduction

World Prehistory A Brief Introduction

This is an introduction to human prehistory written for complete beginners with a global perspective. It is written in a jargon-free style that covers 6 million years of the remote past from human origins to the first pre-industrial civilizations balancing theoretical discussion with descriptions and analysis of major sites and cultural developments. World Prehistory provides a unique and balanced narrative of what happened in the prehistoric past and why. The book is well worth acquiring as it provides essential historical background to a wide variety of subjects from written history and environmental studies to climate change. Chronological tables numerous illustrations guides to further reading and stand-alone boxes on some archaeological methods key sites and some people of the past amplify much of the basic narrative. This global prehistory is aimed at people with no background in archaeology undergraduates at all levels and participants in graduate seminars on a wide range of subjects. Numerous people with a general interest in archaeology and multidisciplinary history have acquired and enjoyed this book. | World Prehistory A Brief Introduction

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Advertising Media Planning A Brand Management Approach

Advertising Media Planning A Brand Management Approach

Advertising Media Planning blends the latest methods for digital communication and an understanding of the global landscape with the best practices of the functional areas of media planning. Taking a unique brand communication approach from an agency perspective the textbook is organized into four key parts walking the student through the foundations of brand communication communication planning the different media channels available and the process of preparing presenting and evaluating a media plan. This 5th edition has been fully updated to include: • An emphasis throughout on digital and global media planning • New chapters on the role of brand communication media planning and data analytics paid media mobile media influencer marketing and B2B media • New mini-case studies and innovation-focused call-out boxes throughout showcasing media examples from Europe the United States and Asia • Discussion questions to foster engagement and understanding A highly regarded new edition this practical and integrated textbook should be core reading for advanced undergraduate and postgraduate students studying Media Planning Advertising Management Integrated Marketing Communication and Brand Management. Instructor resources include: PowerPoint slides a test bank and an instructor manual. | Advertising Media Planning A Brand Management Approach

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Digital Video Recorders DVRs Changing TV and Advertising Forever

Digital Video Recorders DVRs Changing TV and Advertising Forever

Four specific trends are driving the DVR industry: consumer content choice consumer content control personalization of content libraries and the ability to transfer content from device-to-device and person-to-person. Digital Video Recorders features a macro and micro views of the already established yet still burgeoning DVR industry. As part of the NAB Executive Technology Briefing series this book gives you a wealth of market knowledge business models case studies and industry insignts explained in a non-technical fashion. Digital Video Recorders discusses the impact of the technology across many different industries and platforms explains hardware software and technology of set-top boxes DVR infrastructure on-screen guides planning and scheduling content security and more. Whether you are an executive in the broadcast telecommunications consumer electronic or advertising space you will expand your knowledge on DVR impact explore new business opportunities and get a brief overview of the technical terms needed. You will also be able to accurately analyze and understand the trends projections and other data all of which will help lead to the expedited growth and development of DVR industry. | Digital Video Recorders DVRs Changing TV and Advertising Forever

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A Critical Introduction to Sport Psychology A Critical Introduction

A Critical Introduction to Sport Psychology A Critical Introduction

The new third edition of A Critical Introduction to Sport Psychology is the only textbook in the field that provides a detailed overview of key theories concepts and findings within the discipline of sport psychology as well as a critical perspective that examines and challenges these core foundations. Fully revised and updated the new edition covers key research findings affecting both participation and performance in sport including topics such as motivation anxiety emotional coping concentration mental imagery expertise and team cohesion. In addition the book includes a range of helpful features that bring the science to life including critical thinking exercises suggestions for student projects and new In the spotlight boxes that highlight key advances in theory or practice. A comprehensive glossary is also included whilst a final chapter examines some new horizons in sport psychology including embodied cognition and socio-cultural perspectives. Sport is played with the body but often won in the mind; that is the theory. A Critical Introduction to Sport Psychology is the definitive textbook for anyone wishing to engage critically with this fascinating idea. | A Critical Introduction to Sport Psychology A Critical Introduction

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The Psychology of Exercise Integrating Theory and Practice

The Psychology of Exercise Integrating Theory and Practice

Now in its fifth edition The Psychology of Exercise: Integrating Theory and Practice is the ideal resource for undergraduate courses devoted to the study of exercise behavior. Following the success of previous editions this book successfully integrates theoretical principles and the latest research with intervention strategies that students can apply in real-world settings. Students will find multiple forms of presentation throughout including graphics and models questionnaires and other instruments focus boxes highlighting research on the impact of physical activity on specific populations and review questions and activities to enhance learning. This edition includes a substantial revision of the theory and intervention chapters with a focus on the most popular theories currently thriving in the field a discussion of environmental and policy influences on behavior and an expanded presentation of intervention components design and evaluation. Separate chapters are also dedicated to popular topics such as personality self-perceptions stress anxiety depression emotional well-being cognitive function and health-related quality of life. For those seeking to learn more about exercise behavior The Psychology of Exercise: Integrating Theory and Practice is a must-have resource. | The Psychology of Exercise Integrating Theory and Practice

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Applied Mass Communication Theory A Guide for Media Practitioners

Applied Mass Communication Theory A Guide for Media Practitioners

Now in its third edition this dynamic textbook blends coverage of the major theories and research methods in mass communication to enable students to apply their knowledge in today’s media and communication careers. Maintaining a focus on modern professional application throughout this text provides chronological coverage of the development and use of major theories an overview of both quantitative and qualitative research methods and a step-by-step guide to conducting a research project informed by this knowledge. It helps students bridge their academic coursework with professional contexts including public relations advertising and digital media contexts. It provides breakout boxes with definitions of key terms and theories extended applied examples and graphical models of key theories to offer a visualization of how the various concepts in the theory fit together. Applied Mass Communication Theory’s hybrid and flexible nature make it a useful textbook for both introductory and capstone courses on mass communication and media theory and research methods as well as courses focused on media industries and professional skills. Instructors can access an online instructor’s manual including sample exercises test questions and a syllabus at www. routledge. com/9780367630362 | Applied Mass Communication Theory A Guide for Media Practitioners

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Financial Economics and Econometrics

Financial Economics and Econometrics

Financial Economics and Econometrics provides an overview of the core topics in theoretical and empirical finance with an emphasis on applications and interpreting results. Structured in five parts the book covers financial data and univariate models; asset returns; interest rates yields and spreads; volatility and correlation; and corporate finance and policy. Each chapter begins with a theory in financial economics followed by econometric methodologies which have been used to explore the theory. Next the chapter presents empirical evidence and discusses seminal papers on the topic. Boxes offer insights on how an idea can be applied to other disciplines such as management marketing and medicine showing the relevance of the material beyond finance. Readers are supported with plenty of worked examples and intuitive explanations throughout the book while key takeaways ‘test your knowledge’ and ‘test your intuition’ features at the end of each chapter also aid student learning. Digital supplements including PowerPoint slides computer codes supplements an Instructor’s Manual and Solutions Manual are available for instructors. This textbook is suitable for upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses on financial economics financial econometrics empirical finance and related quantitative areas.

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Women in Management A Framework for Sustainable Work–Life Integration

Women in Management A Framework for Sustainable Work–Life Integration

This book presents a realistic perspective on the paradoxes employees face when navigating work and personal responsibilities for career success. The author answers the critical question of how to achieve sustainable and rewarding work–life integration from a perspective of both/and rather than either/or. While most books focus on a fragmented hyper-effective view of women and leadership this book advances the need for an integrated approach. Its Competing Values Framework acts as an organizing model that aligns personal competency with organizational capability helping readers to identify important leadership roles and competencies break societal barriers and choose the right set of behaviors to fit their personal and professional goals. In-chapter text boxes provide personal insight from real employees both entering and established in leadership positions offering a varied perspective on the challenges and resolutions available to women in management. As men become more engaged with their families they too will find this book a useful tool. Students in diversity management women and management career development leadership and organizational behavior classes will benefit from this realistic and sustainable alternative to the have it all model. | Women in Management A Framework for Sustainable Work–Life Integration

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Women's Entrepreneurship

Women's Entrepreneurship

Drawing on the entrepreneurial ecosystem as a frame of reference this new edition of Female Entrepreneurship – Women’s Entrepreneurship – continues to challenge contemporary assumptions regarding who or what is an entrepreneur. It draws upon relevant literature and research to enable research-led teaching delivery and provides students with a comprehensive understanding of women’s entrepreneurship and a solid foundation from which they can pursue further studies. Informative but concise Women’s Entrepreneurship covers key concepts issues themes and approaches and provides useful suggested topics for debate. Updates include a revised chapter on Emerging Technologies and Women’s Entrepreneurship which explores digital entrepreneurship and cyberfeminism. Contextualisation of Women’s Entrepreneurship acknowledges the broader contextual influences on women’s entrepreneurship. Finally two new chapters have been added looking at The Entrepreneurial Ecosystem and Women’s Entrepreneurship Policy. International case studies explore the socio-economic context for women’s entrepreneurship in regional national and international economies. Pedagogy to aid learning is incorporated throughout including learning outcomes boxes to highlight key research insights and best practice as well as discussion points and activities. This book is important supplementary reading on entrepreneurship small business management and women's and gender studies courses – it will prove particularly useful to women moving towards starting their own business as well as postgraduate students researching the topic for the first time. | Women's Entrepreneurship

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Effective Nonprofit Management Context Concepts and Competencies

Effective Nonprofit Management Context Concepts and Competencies

Underlining the relationship between the public and nonprofit sectors Effective Nonprofit Management: Context Concepts and Competencies 2nd Edition comprehensively explores of the practical art of forming managing and leading nonprofit organizations contextualizing the changing socio-political conditions and expectations of key stakeholders in nonprofit organizations. Grounded in the practical experiences of real-life nonprofit managers this thoroughly revised second edition explores contemporary issues that are becoming central to effective nonprofit management including: an increasing emphasis on outcome assessment and accountability; innovative use of social media; big foundations’ impacts on nonprofits and public policy making; tensions between federal state and local governments with nonprofits; and the importance of instilling a culture of ethics in the sector. A completely new chapter on nonprofit ethics and accountability has been added. Each chapter introduces the reader to relevant and current scholarship on the topic utilizes the language of nonprofit practice explores contemporary issues and examples provides practical tips includes text boxes with profiles of nonprofit organizations and best practices and ends with a short and practical case study followed by discussion questions. Effective Nonprofit Management Second Edition will be of interest to practitioners as well as graduate and upper division undergraduate students enrolled in nonprofit and public management courses. | Effective Nonprofit Management Context Concepts and Competencies

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Evolutionary Psychology The New Science of the Mind

Evolutionary Psychology The New Science of the Mind

Where did we come from? What is our connection with other life forms? What are the mechanisms of mind that define what it means to be a human being? Evolutionary psychology is a revolutionary new science a true synthesis of modern principles of psychology and evolutionary biology. Since the publication of the award-winning first edition of Evolutionary Psychology there has been an explosion of research within the field. In this book David M. Buss examines human behavior from an evolutionary perspective providing students with the conceptual tools needed to study evolutionary psychology and apply them to empirical research on the human mind. This edition contains expanded coverage of cultural evolution with a new section on culture–gene co-evolution additional studies discussing interbreeding between modern humans and Neanderthals expanded discussions of evolutionary hypotheses that have been empirically disconfirmed and much more! Evolutionary Psychology features a wealth of student-friendly pedagogy including critical-thinking questions and case study boxes designed to show how to apply evolutionary psychology to real-life situations. It is an invaluable resource for undergraduates studying psychology biology and anthropology. See Support Material below for new online resources including PowerPoint slides and Instructor’s Manual and Test Bank. | Evolutionary Psychology The New Science of the Mind

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Educational and Psychological Measurement

Educational and Psychological Measurement

This new text provides the most current coverage of measurement and psychometrics in a single volume. Authors W. Holmes Finch and Brian F. French first review the basics of psychometrics and measurement before moving on to more complex topics such as equating and scaling item response theory standard setting and computer adaptive testing. Also included are discussions of cutting-edge topics utilized by practitioners in the field such as automated test development game-based assessment and automated test scoring. This book is ideal for use as a primary text for graduate-level psychometrics/measurement courses as well as for researchers in need of a broad resource for understanding test theory. Features: How it Works and Psychometrics in the Real World boxes break down important concepts through worked examples and show how theory can be applied to practice. End-of-chapter exercises allow students to test their comprehension of the material while suggested readings and website links provide resources for further investigation. A collection of free online resources include the full output from R SPSS and Excel for each of the analyses conducted in the book as well as additional exercises sample homework assignments answer keys and PowerPoint lecture slides. | Educational and Psychological Measurement

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Conservation of Architectural Ironwork

Conservation of Architectural Ironwork

The peak of architectural ironwork in the 19th Century saw the spread of ornate decorative ironwork across the world. In recent years there has been a significant increase in conservation and restoration projects aiming to protect the artistry of traditional ironwork for future generations. Conservation of Architectural Ironwork is the first book to provide a complete guide to the conservation and maintenance of traditional architectural ironwork. First introducing the contextual history and key material features of architectural ironwork the book goes on to guide readers through the management and delivery of conservation projects from start to finish explaining the very latest in conservation technology. At its peak architectural ironwork was used on a vast global scale in buildings bridges street furniture and ornamental structures. With international case studies and detailed illustrations this book will be an essential reference for heritage professionals and students of architectural conservation around the world.

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