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Surfactants in Personal Care Products and Decorative Cosmetics

Surfactants in Personal Care Products and Decorative Cosmetics

From anti-aging creams to make-up surfactants play a key role as delivery systems for skin care and decorative cosmetic products. Surfactants in Personal Care Products and Decorative Cosmetics Third Edition presents a scientific basis in surfactant science and recent advances in the industry necessary for understanding formulating and testing surfactant-based cosmetics and cosmeceuticals. Presenting a new perspective from the previous edition this book details the function of emulsions microemulsions micelles and nanostructures in the formulation of personal care products and decorative cosmetics and examines their ability to deliver specific benefits to the skin. This edition begins by describing new research into skin structure and cellular processes. Then it presents the latest methods and techniques for substantiating claims and assessing the effectiveness of moisturizers anti-aging treatments and sunscreens. Subsequent chapters focus on surfactant solution properties surfactant emulsions nanotechnology cleanser/conditioner systems and pigment dispersions. Following a detailed examination on the role of surfactants in finished pigmented products this edition also discusses optimal formulation strategies and surfactant raw materials for enhancing pigmented products. The third edition of Surfactants in Personal Care Products and Decorative Cosmetics Third Edition helps formulators identify and overcome the challenges involved in developing new applications and enhancing the benefits of cosmetic and cosmeceutical products.

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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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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

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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

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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

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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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Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture 2023 Fundamentals

Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture 2023 Fundamentals

This fundamentals text introduces you to Autodesk’s AutoCAD Architecture 2023 software. The book covers the Layer Manager Design Center Structural Members Doors Windows and Walls. Step-by-step lessons take the reader from creation of a site plan floor plan and space planning all the way through to the finished building - a standard three bedroom two bathroom residence. By the end of the text you should feel comfortable enough to create a standard model and even know how to customize the interface for your own use. This text provides you with in-depth coverage of toolbars dialog boxes and commands. Educators will appreciate the quizzes and practice exam included in the text. | Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture 2023 Fundamentals

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Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture 2022 Fundamentals

Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture 2022 Fundamentals

This fundamentals text introduces you to Autodesk’s AutoCAD Architecture 2022 software. The book covers the Layer Manager Design Center Structural Members Doors Windows and Walls. Step-by-step lessons take the reader from creation of a site plan floor plan and space planning all the way through to the finished building - a standard three bedroom two bathroom residence. By the end of the text you should feel comfortable enough to create a standard model and even know how to customize the interface for your own use. This text provides you with in-depth coverage of toolbars dialog boxes and commands. Educators will appreciate the quizzes and practice exam included in the text. | Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture 2022 Fundamentals

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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

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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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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

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Genetics and Genomics in Medicine

Genetics and Genomics in Medicine

The second edition of this textbook written for undergraduate students graduate students and medical researchers Genetics and Genomics in Medicine explains the science behind the uses of genetics and genomics in medicine today and how it is being applied. Maintaining the features that made the first edition so popular this second edition has been thoroughly updated in line with the latest developments in the field. DNA technologies are explained with emphasis on the modern techniques that are revolutionizing the use of genetic information in medicine and indicating the role of genetics in common diseases. Epigenetics and non-coding RNA are covered in-depth as are genetic approaches to treatment and prevention including pharmacogenomics genetic testing and personalized medicine. A dedicated chapter charts the latest insights into the molecular basis of cancers cancer genomics and novel approaches to cancer detection. Coverage of genetic testing at the level of genes chromosomes and genomes has been significantly expanded and updated. Extra prominence has been given to additional genomic analyses ethical aspects and novel therapeutic approaches. Various case studies illustrate selected clinical applications. Key Features Comprehensive and integrated account of how genetics and genomics affect the entire spectrum of human health and disease Exquisite artwork illuminates the key concepts and mechanisms Summary points at the end of each chapter help to consolidate learning For each chapter an abundance of further reading to help provide the reader with direction for further study Inclusive online question bank to test understanding Standard boxes summarizing certain key principles in genetics Clinical boxes summarizing selected case studies pathogenesis mechanisms or novel therapies for selected diseases This book is equally suited for newcomers to the field as well as for engineers and scientists that have basic knowledge in this field but are interested in obtaining more information about specific future applications. .

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General Relativity and its Applications Black Holes Compact Stars and Gravitational Waves

General Relativity and its Applications Black Holes Compact Stars and Gravitational Waves

Containing the latest groundbreaking discoveries in the field this text outlines the basics of Einstein’s theory of gravity with a focus on its most important astrophysical consequences including stellar structures black holes and the physics of gravitational waves. Blending advanced topics - usually not found in introductory textbooks - with examples pedagogical boxes mathematical tools and practical applications of the theory this textbook maximises learning opportunities and is ideal for master and graduate students in Physics and Astronomy. Key features:• Provides a self-contained and consistent treatment of the subject that does not require advanced previous knowledge of the field. • Explores the subject with a new focus on gravitational waves and astrophysical relativity unlike current introductory textbooks. • Fully up-to-date containing the latest developments and discoveries in the field. | General Relativity and its Applications Black Holes Compact Stars and Gravitational Waves

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Linear Algebra

Linear Algebra

Linear Algebra is intended primarily as an undergraduate textbook but is written in such a way that it can also be a valuable resource for independent learning. The narrative of the book takes a matrix approach: the exposition is intertwined with matrices either as the main subject or as tools to explore the theory. Each chapter contains a description of its aims a summary at the end of the chapter exercises and solutions. The reader is carefully guided through the theory and techniques presented which are outlined throughout in How to… text boxes. Common mistakes and pitfalls are also pointed out as one goes along. Features Written to be self-contained Ideal as a primary textbook for an undergraduate course in linear algebra Applications of the general theory which are of interest to disciplines outside of mathematics such as engineering

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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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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

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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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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

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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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Psychology of Emotion

Psychology of Emotion

Since the turn of the twenty-first century the psychology of emotion has grown to become its own field of study. Because the study of emotion draws inspiration from areas of science outside of psychology including neuroscience psychiatry biology genetics computer science zoology and behavioral economics the field is now often called emotion science or affective science. A subfield of affective science is affective neuroscience the study of the emotional brain. This revised second edition of Psychology of Emotion reviews both theory and methods in emotion science discussing findings about the brain; the function expression and regulation of emotion; similarities and differences due to gender and culture; the relationship between emotion and cognition; and emotion processes in groups. Comprehensive in its scope yet eminently readable Psychology of Emotion serves as an ideal introduction for undergraduate students to the scientific study of emotion. It features effective learning devices such as bolded key terms developmental details boxes learning links tables graphs and illustrations. In addition a robust companion website offers instructor resources.

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