contemporary challenges in social science management
Contemporary Challenges in Social Science Management
Enriched and strengthened with European case studies of real-life situations providing a practical and industry insights, Part A and B collate experts in Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Human Resources, and Risk management, contributing on employability, labour markets, sustainability, and skills of the future from across the globe.
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Non-humans in Social Science II - Petr Gibas, Karolína Pauknerová, Marco Stella
The book explores the issue of non-humans and their role and position within contemporary social sciences. Inspired by current trends of bridging the dichotomy of nature and culture, the authors use the non-human as a prism that offers a different perspective of the world, society, culture and last but not least, deing(s). To start paying attention to non-humans has the potential to hybridize social sciences and in turn enrich them as well as to offer social scientists novel perspectives and tools to approach social phenomena. Such an attitude might in turn lead to a rassessment of understanding of the relationship between the world and being, and of the categories of being and subject, hence the potential of non-humans to stimulate an ontological shift within social sciences. The view of the human and non-human as oppositional categories is a remnant of essentially modernist thinking. This book represents a response in terms of an attempt to think about humans and non-humans autside of the binary division. The authors thus want to contribute to the hybridization of social sciences and throughout the book they deal with ontological, epistemological and thematical shifts stemming from the hybridization. If the non-humans does not exist as a negation, the boundary between the two becomes unclear and overlapping. It is with this hybridization, the blurring of the boundaries, that we are able to come closer to those who inhabit the world? Non-humans and humans alike.
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Non-Humans and after in Social Science - Petr Gibas, Karolína Pauknerová, Marco Stella
This book is the third in a series exploring the potential of non-humans to illustrate and inspire an approach in which the pre-established boundaries of scholarly thought and practice blur so that new directions in theory and research can emerge. Humans and non-humans are co-present in the world. For long, they have seemed and been thought of as an ontological binary opposition with humans elevated above the rest. As this book series testifies, recently, there has been a move in social sciences towards non-humans as they provide new prisms to look at issues that have for long been of interest to social sciences.This growing interest in non-humans shatters the ontological assumptions about the difference between humans and the rest of life forms as well as reappraises the relationship between humans (and non-humans) and inanimate objects. What the individual chapters in this book as well as the volume as such elaborate on is the fact that humans and various non-humans are not as separate as they have been believed to be; they sometimes encounter and even co-create each other to the extent where the delimitations start to disappear. Non-humans differ from humans in many respects. However, at certain moments, the difference does not necessarily have to be what governs the relationship between them. To understand what happens when humans and non-humans encounter each other needs a more nuanced perspective. This is what the individual chapters in this book hope to achieve. What the book calls for and the chapters exemplify is a need of a close reading of how the co-presence of diverse entities, humans as well as various non-humans, influences their presence and the boundaries between them at given moments of sharing, forming and inhabiting the world.
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Cases For Event Management and Event Tourism
* Fully developed case studies all with theoretical underpinning and clear learning outcomes.* Teaching notes accompany all cases which specify teaching methods to be adopted for effective use in the classroom.* Teaching Instructions and Lesson Plans provide which offer a step-by-step teaching process, how students should be organized, information to be provided, the questions to be raised, and suggested assignments.A comprehensive collection of fully developed case studies of event management and event tourism main areas, including human resources, leadership, marketing, strategy, operations, stakeholder management, and evaluation, all written by international experts. The cases mirror the practices and challenges in the event management industry across the globe â “ in different regional contexts and cultures â “ integrating theory with functional and operational perspectives. All are accompanied with teaching notes that explain learning outcomes, theoretical underpinnings, teaching methods, and provide detailed learning activities, questions and tools for analysis and guided assignments.Cases For Event Management and Event Tourism is a must have collection for all those studying and teaching event management nad event tourism. It contextualizes understanding and provides a real-life perspective on the theory, models and best practice in the industry.Part of the Event Management Theory and Methods Series. This series examines the extent to which mainstream theory is being employed to develop event-specific theory, and to influence the very core practices of event management and event tourism. They introduce the theory, show how it is being used in the events sector through a literature review, incorporate examples and case studies written by researchers and/or practitioners, and contain methods that can be used effectively in the real world. With online resource material, this mix-and-match collection is ideal for lecturers who need theoretical foundations and case studies for their classes, by students in need of reference works, by professionals wanting increased understanding alongside practical methods, and by agencies or associations that want their members and stakeholders to have access to a library of valuable resources. Series editor: Donald Getz PhD., Professor Emeritus, University of Calgary, Canada.
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Dilemmas and Decision Making in Policing - Bob Cooper, Emma Spooner
Explores how policing students and police officers might apply theory to tackle dilemmas demonstrated through true to life scenarios.Relevant for those undertaking the Professional Policing degree, Apprenticeships or the Degree Holder Entry Programme, as well as their academic and work-based educators, it examines the complexities faced on a daily basis by frontline officers. A range of fictional realistic case studies are presented in order to highlight contemporary challenges in the modern policing landscape. These are unpicked through discussion and reflective questions, exploring how decisions are made based on theoretical understanding and practical considerations in context. Key themes within these scenarios include procedural justice, legitimacy, organisational culture, prioritisation of workload, objectivity and neutrality, human rights and values. The book provides students and their educators with the opportunities to discuss policing dilemmas and decision-making in a safe space.
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Philosophy of Social Science - Mark Risjord
Philosophy of Social Science: A Contemporary Introduction examines perennial questions of philosophy through engaging the empirical study of society. Questions of normativity concern the place of values in social scientific inquiry. Questions of naturalism concern the relationship between the natural and the social sciences.ã And questions of reductionism ask how social institutions relate to the people who constitute them.ã This accessible text offers a comprehensive overview of debates in the field, with special attention to new research programs. Topics include the relationship of social policy to social science, interpretive research, cognitive and evolutionary explanations, intentional action explanation, rational choice theory, conventions and social norms, joint intentionality, causal inference, and experimentation.ã Detailed examples of social scientific research motivate the philosophical questions and illustrate the important concepts. Treating philosophical commitments as implicit in social science, students of the social sciences will benefit from its application of philosophical argument to methodological and theoretical problems. The text argues that social science transforms philosophical questions, and students of philosophy will benefit from its direct engagement with contemporary debates.The Second Edition provides updates with the most recent literature and adds two new chapters: one on modeling and one on the role of race and gender in the social sciences.Key Updates to the Second Edition:A new chapter on Modeling and Explaining, which explores how models represent social systems and whether highly idealized models explainA new chapter on Race and Other Social Constructions, capturing much of the recent empirical research and philosophical interest in the social construction of categories like race and genderRevised and updated chapters throughout, clarifying earlier presentations and bringing discussions from the First Edition into line with new researchUpdated annotated Further Reading lists, which now include relevant publications from 2013 to 2022.
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Social Science - Alexander Betts
Very Short Introductions: Brilliant, Sharp, InspiringSocial science is the study of human behaviour. It offers the tools to understand and explain people s choices and actions, and how they live together in communities. With insights from social science, organisations and individuals may be persuaded to change their behaviour, making a difference in addressing societal challenges, from climate change to fighting pandemics and alleviating poverty. Social science can offer us the answers to key questions, such as why do some people gamble, eat unhealthy foods, or hold racist beliefs? How do families allocate household tasks, raise children effectively, or manage grief? How do companies weigh profit against environment sustainability, decide to invest in innovation, or adopt policies to address unequal pay between women and men? Why do countries sign international treaties, commit human rights atrocities, or transition from authoritarianism to democracy? Taking an interdisciplinary approach, this Very Short Introduction offers an accessible overview of social science, explaining how methods and theory from different disciplines can be applied and combined to address major global challenges. It aims to equip students, scholars, and practitioners to analyse, interpret, and undertake social science research. Drawing upon inspiring examples, it shows how social scientists can have real-world impact and change the world for the better. It unpacks cutting-edge themes such as behavioural science, human data science, and the ways in which social science can work collaboratively with the natural sciences and humanities. It offers a vision for the future of social science that is interdisciplinary, inclusive, and impactful. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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Quantitative Social Science - Kosuke Imai, Nora Webb Williams
A tidyverse edition of the acclaimed textbook on data analysis and statistics for the social sciences and allied fieldsQuantitative analysis is an essential skill for social science research, yet students in the social sciences and related areas typically receive little training in it. Quantitative Social Science is a practical introduction to data analysis and statistics written especially for undergraduates and beginning graduate students in the social sciences and allied fields, including business, economics, education, political science, psychology, sociology, public policy, and data science. Proven in classrooms around the world, this one-of-a-kind textbook engages directly with empirical analysis, showing students how to analyze and interpret data using the tidyverse family of R packages. Data sets taken directly from leading quantitative social science research illustrate how to use data analysis to answer important questions about society and human behavior. Emphasizes hands-on learning, not paper-and-pencil statisticsIncludes data sets from actual research for students to test their skills onCovers data analysis concepts such as causality, measurement, and prediction, as well as probability and statistical toolsFeatures a wealth of supplementary exercises, including additional data analysis exercises and programming exercisesOffers a solid foundation for further studyComes with additional course materials online, including notes, sample code, exercises and problem sets with solutions, and lecture slides
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Data Analysis for Social Science - Kosuke Imai, Elena Llaudet
An ideal textbook for complete beginnersâ ”teaches from scratch R, statistics, and the fundamentals of quantitative social scienceData Analysis for Social Science provides a friendly introduction to the statistical concepts and programming skills needed to conduct and evaluate social scientific studies. Assuming no prior knowledge of statistics and coding and only minimal knowledge of math, the book teaches the fundamentals of survey research, predictive models, and causal inference while analyzing data from published studies with the statistical program R. It teaches not only how to perform the data analyses but also how to interpret the results and identify the analysesâ ™ strengths and limitations. Progresses by teaching how to solve one kind of problem after another, bringing in methods as needed. It teaches, in this order, how to (1) estimate causal effects with randomized experiments, (2) visualize and summarize data, (3) infer population characteristics, (4) predict outcomes, (5) estimate causal effects with observational data, and (6) generalize from sample to population. Flips the script of traditional statistics textbooks. It starts by estimating causal effects with randomized experiments and postpones any discussion of probability and statistical inference until the final chapters. This unconventional order engages students by demonstrating from the very beginning how data analysis can be used to answer interesting questions, while reserving more abstract, complex concepts for later chapters. Provides a step-by-step guide to analyzing real-world data using the powerful, open-source statistical program R, which is free for everyone to use. The datasets are provided on the bookâ ™s website so that readers can learn how to analyze data by following along with the exercises in the book on their own computer. Assumes no prior knowledge of statistics or coding. Specifically designed to accommodate students with a variety of math backgrounds. It includes supplemental materials for students with minimal knowledge of math and clearly identifies sections with more advanced material so that readers can skip them if they so choose. Provides cheatsheets of statistical concepts and R code. Comes with instructor materials (upon request), including sample syllabi, lecture slides, and additional replication-style exercises with solutions and with the real-world datasets analyzed. Looking for a more advanced introduction? Consider Quantitative Social Science by Kosuke Imai. In addition to covering the material in Data Analysis for Social Science, it teaches diffs-in-diffs models, heterogeneous effects, text analysis, and regression discontinuity designs, among other things.
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Quantitative Social Science - Kosuke Imai
An introductory textbook on data analysis and statistics written especially for students in the social sciences and allied fields Quantitative analysis is an increasingly essential skill for social science research, yet students in the social sciences and related areas typically receive little training in it--or if they do, they usually end up in
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Project Management All-in-One For Dummies - Stanley E. Portny
Your ultimate go-to project management bible Perform Be Agile! Time-crunch! Right now, the business world has never moved so fast and project managers have never been so much in demandâ ”the Project Management Institute has estimated that industries will need at least 87 million employees with the full spectrum of PM skills by 2027. To help you meet those needs and expectations in time, Project Management All-in-One For Dummies provides with all the hands-on information and advice you need to take your organizational, planning, and execution skills to new heights. Packed with on-point PM wisdom, these 7 mini-booksâ ”including the bestselling Project Management and Agile Project Management For Dummiesâ ”help you and your team hit maximum productivity by razor-honing your skills in sizing, organizing, and scheduling projects for ultimate effectiveness. Youâ ™ll also find everything you need to overdeliver in a good way when choosing the right tech and software, assessing risk, and dodging the pitfalls that can snarl up even the best-laid plans. Apply formats and formulas and checklistsManage Continuous Process ImprovementResolve conflict in teams and hierarchiesRescue distressed projects Â
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Consumer Psychology in a Social Media World
Consumer Psychology in a Social Media World seeks to illustrate the relevance of consumer psychology theory and research to understanding the social media world that has rapidly become a key component in the social and economic lives of most individuals. Despite the rapid and widespread adoption of social media by consumers, research focused on individualsâ ™ use thereof and its implications for organizations and society has been limited and published in scattered outlets. This has made it difficult for those trying to get either a quick introduction or an in-depth understanding of the associated issues to locate relevant scientific-based information. The book is organized into five broad sections. The first presents a summary overview of social media, including a historical and cultural perspective. The second section is focused on social media as a modern form of word of mouth, always considered the most impactful on consumers. It also touches upon a motivational explanation for why social media has such a strong and broad appeal. Section three addresses the impact that consumersâ ™ switch to social media as a preferred channel has had on marketersâ ™ branding and promotional efforts, as well as the ways in which consumer involvement can be maintained through this process. Section four takes a methodological perspective on the topic of social media, assessing ways in which big data and consumer research are influenced by novel ways of gathering consumer feedback and gauging consumer sentiment. Finally, section five looks at some consumer welfare and public policy implications, including privacy and disadvantaged consumer concerns.Consumer Psychology in a Social Media World will appeal to those who are involved in creating, managing, and evaluating products used in social media communications. As seen in recent financial and business market successes (e.g., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest, WhatsApp, etc.), businesses focused on facilitating social media are part of the fastest growing and most valuable sector of todayâ ™s economy.
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Performance in Contemporary Art - Catherine Wood
Unpacking the history of performance art and celebrating the work of contemporary practitioners, a must-read for both art lovers and students alike.  Stunningly beautiful, deeply puzzling, powerfully moving, or intensely unsettling—performance art can evoke a wide variety of responses. In this important survey, Catherine Wood, one of the world’s leading curators and writers in this field, provides the broadest and most up-to-date insight into the subject yet published. Wood proposes performance not as a genre separate from object-making but as a medium that has profoundly influenced the shape of contemporary art.  From the spectacular forms of intimacy performed by Marina Abramovic to the painting processions initiated by Ei Arakawa and the social activism of Tania Bruguera, hugely divergent practices have emerged in the past 30 years that embrace the worlds of sculpture and painting, spectacle, and protest. Shifting the focus from “I” to “We” and then “It,” Performance in Contemporary Art is divided into sections that examine the perspective of the individual, the social, and the object. Wood looks at histories of performance through the lens of contemporary practitioners: the Japanese avant-garde group Gutai in the 1950s, Brazilian neo-concretism in the 1960s, and the feminist performance at Womanhouse in the United States in the 1970s are key examples of historical precedents that have been revisited, reformed, or rejected by contemporary artists in the 21st century.  Includes color photographs
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Qualitative Research in Business and Management - Michael D Myers
This accessible, comprehensive yet remarkably concise textbook is designed to help students and researchers in business and management with their research project. It covers key qualitative research methods, data collection techniques and explores how to analyse qualitative data, before providing invaluable advice on how to write up your research and get published. Now in its fourth edition, Qualitative Research in Business and Management has been updated to reflect the growing popularity of online research and secondary data collection, with new content on AI, the digitalization of qualitative research and virtual fieldwork. Michael D. Myers is Professor of Information Systems in the Department of Information Systems and Operations Management at the University of Auckland Business School, Auckland, New Zealand.
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The Science Museum Chemistry 100 Ideas in 100 Words - Adrian Dingle
Get to grips with the essential topics in chemistry today through 100 key ideas, each explained clearly in just 100 words.Created as part of a series in partnership with The Science Museum, this book introduces 100 key areas of chemistry, such as gas laws, fusion, ionic bonding, DNA and the pH scale, and explains each topic in just 100 words. Perfect for getting your head around big ideas clearly and quickly, or refreshing your knowledge on the fundamentals of how the world works, this book covers the most up-to-date terms and theories and inspires a heightened level of understanding and enjoyment of the core areas of chemistry â “ as explored in The Science Museum.The essential facts about chemistry, at your fingertips:Real-world examples deftly explain key scientific ideas, covering areas such as noble gases, catalysts, biochemistry and electrolysis in an accessible and exciting way.Perfect as a refresher for chemistry students as well as adult science enthusiasts who want to learn about this exciting field but donâ ™t know where to start.Presented in a beautifully designed package, this is an excellent gift for science lovers and a must-own for enthusiastic students.Chemistry: 100 Ideas in 100 Words will satisfy your scientific curiosity, helping you to understand the biggest chemistry concepts in concise, 100-word summaries.
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Doing a Literature Review in Health and Social Care: A Practical Guide 5e - Helen Aveyard
â œIf you want to understand, design, or carry out a literature review to improve the quality of care that you or others deliver, then look no further.â Dr Ray Samuriwo, Associate Professor in Adult Nursing, University of Bradford, UKâ œIf I was to endorse only one research book in the future â “ this one would be it.â Ruth Trout, Senior Lecturer in Acute Care, Programme and BSc Dissertation Lead, MSc Dissertation Supervisor, Buckinghamshire New University, UKâ œThis new edition provides the straightforward and accessible manual for successfully understanding and conducting literature reviews that we have come to expect from Aveyard.â Victoria Sweetmore, University of Derby, UKThis best-selling book, now in its fifth edition, is a step-by-step guide to doing a literature review for students in all areas of health and social care. It is essential reading for all those doing their undergraduate dissertation or any study that involves doing a literature review.The new edition maintains its signature â ˜can doâ ™ approach and provides a practical guide to doing a literature review from start to finish. This book includes:â ¢ A broad and updated range of real life examples of how to overcome challenges in the processâ ¢ Tips on how to get your question rightâ ¢ Updated guidance on following a clear search strategy for relevant literature using the appropriate technologyâ ¢ Brand new and accessible chapter summariesâ ¢ An expanded guide for the application of critical appraisal toolsâ ¢ An increased emphasis on presenting your findings or using them in practiceâ ¢ Tips and coverage on how to write up your reviewDoing a Literature Review in Health and Social Care is vital reading for anyone new to reviewing and presenting evidence in a review.Helen Aveyard is a Principal Lecturer at Oxford Brookes University, UK with a background in nursing. Helen is co-author of A Postgraduates Guide to Doing a Literature Review in Health and Social Care, A Beginnerâ ™s Guide to Evidence Based Practice and A Beginnerâ ™s Guide to Critical Thinking and Writing in Health and Social Care.
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Pearson REVISE BTEC First in Applied Science: Principles of Applied Science Unit 1 Revision Guide - for 2026, 2027 exams - Jennifer Stafford-Brown
Resources designed to support learners of the new next generation BTEC First in Applied Science: Principles of Applied Science specification*. This Revision Guide has been specifically written for externally assessed Unit 1: Principles of science in Award 1 of the Level 2 BTEC Firsts in Applied Science. The guide is organised by the assessment structure of the qualification and gives students guidance on the external assessment. Key point summaries of what candidates should know are included to reinforce teaching. Information is presented in a straightforward, user-friendly way. Worked examples, exam questions, revision practice questions and test yourself diagnostic questions prepare students for the exams ahead. In addition, the Revision Guide provides students with all the answers to all the questions in the book. * From 2012, Pearsonâ ™s BTEC First qualifications have been under re-development, so schools and colleges could be teaching the existing 2010 specification or the new next generation 2012-2013 specification. There are different Student Books to support each specification. If learners are unsure, they should check with their teacher or tutor.
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Doing Research in Business and Management - Mark Saunders, Philip Lewis
Understand the theory and techniques behind research methods used in business today Doing Research in Business Management, 2nd edition, by Mark Saunders and Philip Lewis, introduces you to the theory and techniques of research methods in an easy-to-follow and coherent way. The authors concise writing style, with clear tables and diagrams, brings the subject to life and makes it highly accessible. Covering all the areas of research, from reviewing secondary data or literature, or writing a research proposal, to completing an entire research project, the text guides you through each step with clear explanations and applications of the topic in hand. The 2nd edition includes new and updated features to support your learning throughout the book. Besides helpful Definition and Research in practice boxes, benefit from new resources such as: A glossary at the end of the book. An expanded chapter on secondary data. Consideration of the most recent research methods thinking (including the use of online research) Updated to include the latest developments in the field, this text will equip you with the knowledge you need to be able to carry out effective research in business management today.
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Pearson REVISE BTEC First in Applied Science: Principles of Applied Science Unit 1 Revision Workbook - for 2026, 2027 exams - Jennifer Stafford-Brown
Resources designed to support learners of the new next generation BTEC First in Applied Science: Principles of Applied Science specification*. This Revision Workbook is specifically written for the externally assessed Unit 1: Principles of Science in Award 1 of the Level 2 BTEC Firsts in Applied Science. With lots of revision practice and guided questions, guidance on how to answer the extended-writing 6-mark questions, as well as answers, this Workbook is designed to complement classroom and home learning and help students prepare for the external test. * From 2012, Pearsonâ ™s BTEC First qualifications have been under re-development, so schools and colleges could be teaching the existing 2010 specification or the new next generation 2012-2013 specification. There are different Student Books to support each specification. If learners are unsure, they should check with their teacher or tutor.
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Writing Science in Plain English, Second Edition - Anne E. Greene
An updated edition of the essential guide for all scientistsâ ”from undergraduates to senior scholarsâ ”who want to produce prose that anyone can understand. Â Scientific writing is often dry, wordy, and difficult to understand. But, as biologist and experienced teacher of scientific writing Anne E. Greene shows in Writing Science in Plain English, writers from all scientific disciplines can learn to produce clear, concise prose by mastering just a few simple principles. This short, focused guide presents roughly a dozen such principles based on what readers need to understand complex information, including concrete subjects, strong verbs, consistent terms, organized paragraphs, and correct sentence structure. Greene illustrates each principle with real-life examples of both good and bad writing and shows how bad writing might be improved. She ends each chapter with revision exercises (and provides suggested answers in a separate key) so that readers can come away with new writing skills after just one sitting. To help readers understand the grammatical terms used in the book, an appendix offers a refresher course on basic grammar. Â For this second edition, Greene has incorporated the latest research on what makes writing effective and engaging and has revised or replaced exercises and exercise keys where needed. She has also added new features that make it easier to navigate the book. A new resource for instructors who use Writing Science in Plain English in their classes is a free, online teacherâ ™s guide. Drawn from Greeneâ ™s long experience teaching students how to write science clearly, the teacherâ ™s guide provides additional lectures, assignments, and activities that will inform and enliven any class.
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Doing Research in Social Work and Social Care - Catherine Flynn, Fiona McDermott
Do you want to understand how best to embrace the challenges, surprises, and successes of research? This book acts as a journey through research to empower you to make the necessary connections between research and professional practice. From understanding the concepts of research and gathering data, to guiding you in writing it up and achieving positive change, this book will give you:·       a confident start with clarity on core concepts and getting it right ethically.·       an insight into diversity in approaches, the impact of context, and how to overcome problems.·       A better understanding of the realities of social work and social care practice.·       Step-by-step guidance at each point in the research processEquipped with a wealth of case studies and real-world examples to help you put your knowledge into practice, this book is the perfect companion for students who want to transition to successful practitioner researchers.
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Child and Family Assessment in Social Work Practice - Sally Holland
This thoroughly revised and updated second edition of Child and Family Assessment in Social Work Practice is an essential guide for social work students and practitioners involved in the assessment of children and their families. Focusing on â ²coreâ ² assessments and guiding the reader through the complexities of conducting assessments of need and risk, the book now includes within each chapter a range of specifically-tailored exercises and focus points which encourage readers both to reflect on what they have learnt and to understand how they can apply that learning to practice. Placing a strong emphasis on good, evidence-based, assessment practice, Sally Holland has also, for this new edition, included original research evidence from a wide range of up-to-date research studies which are relevant to todayâ ²s practice and which aim to promote a critical and reflective approach to the assessment process.The book is divided into three parts:-Part 1 explores different appoaches to assessment work, outlining policy changes and their implications for working with children and their families.-Part 2 studies those involved in child and family assessments: children and their parents; and the relationship between the assessors and the assessed.-Part 3 - a more practical guide - outlines the actual process of an assessment, illustrated by case studies, focusing on planning assessment methods, analysis, reporting and critical evaluation.Accessibly relating theory and research to actual practice through the use of case studies, exercises, and suggestions for good practice and further reading, this book has a student-friendly structure It will be an invaluable resource for practitioners and academics across the field of social welfare, particularly for those embarking on, or already involved in, child and family assessment.
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National Science Education Standards - National Research Council, Board on Science Education, Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education
Aiming to offer a coherent vision of what it means to be scientifically literate, this book describes what all students should understand and be able to do at different grade levels in various science categories. It is useful for education policymakers, school system administrators, teacher educators, individual teachers, and parents.
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Practice Education in Social Work - Paula Beesley, Sue Taplin
This best-selling book is an invaluable guide for social workers undertaking learning and assessment to gain and maintain Stage 1 or 2 qualified practice educator status and for those involved in facilitating the mentoring, learning, support, assessment and CPD of practice educators.Now fully updated to reflect the changing social work placement landscape and the BASW refreshed (2022) Practice Educator Professional Standards (PEPS), it covers all key areas within Practice Educator training and offers guidance on the application of key skills and knowledge in supporting, assessing and teaching social work students and managing the placement. It will particularly assist Practice Educators to: Understand, prepare for and provide appropriate learning opportunitiesSupervise and develop social work students effectivelyUnderstand holistic assessment of practice; assessing in line with capability levels expected at the end of first and final placementDeal with weaker or failing studentsPrepare for the PEPS qualification process.
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Effective Personal and Professional Judgement in Social Work - Arlene Weekes, Denise Harvey
This is a simple and effective guide for social work students and seasoned practitioners empowering them to understand and navigate how to make fair and objective decisions while cultivating a heightened awareness of their own personal biases.Our personal experiences from birth to the present can shape our conscious and unconscious decisions in everyday life. Yet this may lead to unfair or harmful decision making in the social work environment. This book provides a step-by-step guide on how to develop effective personal and professional judgement, backed up with theory and research to help readers increase their self-awareness, understand their own unconscious bias and how it can affect their decision making.Reflective exercises and practical examples are provided throughout to encourage readers to consider how they might implement their new understanding when making decisions in their social work roles.
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Contemporary Flowers in Mixed Media - Soraya French
An exciting new approach to flower painting with step-by-step demonstrations for creating contemporary flower portraits and landscapes that are truly unique.This is more than a ‘how-to’ on flower painting. It is a guide encouraging artists to explore new and exciting ways to create flower paintings bursting with individuality and moving towards a contemporary and impressionist style.Mixed-media artist Soraya French, well known for her gloriously vibrant flower paintings, shares the secrets of her work, with expert advice on all aspects of this endlessly rewarding subject. The book covers:Colours, shapes, patterns and textures particular to various flowers through the seasons, from fresh green foliage in the spring to rich red and gold hues in the autumn.How to incorporate flowers in both still life and landscape paintings, pictured in woodlands, seascapes, meadows and hedgerows as well as vases.How to assemble the perfect palette for flower painting and how to mix vibrant secondary colours, subtle tints and natural greens.The huge range of painting materials available today, from traditional watercolour to vividly coloured wax pastels to innovative textural mediums such as crackle paste and glass bead gel.The secrets of good composition and how to lead the eye around a painting, giving a sense of rhythm and movement while maintaining unity and harmony.Packed with exciting new ideas and illustrated with stunning examples of Soraya’s own work, this book will take your flower painting to a new level and help you find your unique visual voice.
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Contemporary Issues in Marketing and Consumer Behaviour - Andreas Chatzidakis, Rachel Ashman, Pauline Maclaran, Elizabeth Parsons
This third edition of Contemporary Issues in Marketing and Consumer Behaviour has been revised and updated to reflect the fast-changing world we live in. The new state of the art chapter on digital marketing digs deeply into two new frontiers of marketing which have significant impact on contemporary social life: influencer marketing, and online gaming. Other new topics help us to understand how marketing can perpetuate local and global inequality through creating and sustaining hierarchies of knowledge and influencing norms of race, disability, gender and sexual orientation.Topics new to this edition include:Digital Markets and MarketingHierarchies of Knowledge in MarketingMarketing Inequalities: Feminisms and intersectionalitiesThe Ethics and Politics of ConsumptionNew case studies include:Emerging Economy BrandsThe Fairtrade BrandDisappearing InfluencersDecolonising the MediaWritten by four experts in the field, this popular text successfully links marketing theory with practice, locating marketing ideas and applications within wider global, social and economic contexts. It provides a complete and thought-provoking overview for postgraduate, MBA and advanced undergraduate modules in marketing and consumer behaviour and a useful resource for dissertation study at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Online resources include chapter-by-chapter PowerPoint slides.
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Public/Private Interplay in Social Protection - Lee Rainwater, Martin Rein
This accessible introductory text discusses how people in a pluralistic society such as ours can accept a common social ethic - a publicly justified morality. It presents analyses of the basic concepts, including justifications of liberty, harm to others, private property rights, distributive justice, environmental harms, help to others and offensive behaviour. Gaus acquaints the reader with the major figures in social philosophy - John Stuart Mill, Jeremy Bentham, Thomas Hobbes, John Locke, David Hume, John Rawls, David Gauthier, and Joel Feinberg - as well as recent communitarian philosophers. The basic technical aspects of social philosophy are also introduced: game theory, social choice theory, the ideas rational action, rational bargaining, and public goods. Throughout, helpful short examples and stories are used to illustrate the material.
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The Science Museum Physics 100 Ideas in 100 Words - David Sang
Physics: 100 Ideas in 100 Words offers the essential facts at your fingertips, satisfying your scientific curiosity and helping you to understand the biggest concepts in physics in concise, 100-word summaries. One of the first titles in a cutting-edge new series created in partnership with The Science Museum, this book introduces 100 key areas of physics - such as gravitational fields, momentum, general relativity and quantum uncertainty - and explains each topic in just 100 words. Perfect for getting your head around big ideas clearly and quickly, or refreshing your memory of the fundamentals of physics, this book covers the most up-to-date terms and theories and inspires a heightened level of understanding and enjoyment to the core areas of physics explored in The Science Museum.
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Assessment, Risk and Decision Making in Social Work - Brian J. Taylor, Campbell Killick
As a practising social worker, you will need to be able to make sound judgments in complex contexts and when you are under pressure. This book covers the essential knowledge you will need to understand and develop skills in relation to professional judgement and decision making processes, including: -Â Â Â Â the use of assessment tools; -Â Â Â Â engagement in assessment and decision processes; -Â Â Â Â the context of risk, complexity and uncertainty in practice; -Â Â Â Â communication and management of risk within social care processes.
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The Science Museum Maths 100 Ideas in 100 Words - Katie Steckles, Ben Sparks, Sam Hartburn
Maths 100 Ideas in 100 Words offers the essential facts at your fingertips, satisfying your mathematical curiosity and helping you to understand the biggest concepts in maths in concise, 100-word summaries. One of the first titles in a cutting-edge new series created in partnership with The Science Museum, this book introduces 100 key areas of maths - such as prime numbers, algebra, probability, algorithms and pure maths - and explains each topic in just 100 words. Perfect for getting your head around big ideas clearly and quickly, or refreshing your memory of the fundamentals of maths, this book covers the most up-to-date terms and theories and inspires a heightened level of understanding and enjoyment to the core areas of maths you can discover in The Science Museum.
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Lower Limb and Leg Ulcer Assessment and Management
Lower Limb and Leg Ulcer Assessment and Management Lower Limb and Leg Ulcer Assessment and Management is an indispensable resource for practitioners in primary and secondary care, offering a practical and accessible guide to treating and managing leg ulcers. This comprehensive text challenges the misconception that leg ulcers are invariably â ˜chronicâ ™. In practice, proactive management will prevent the harm associated with sub-optimal management. Insights are provided into lower limb assessment, early intervention for ulcer prevention, ulcer types and their causes, along with the influence that swelling and biomechanical changes have on the lower limb. The authors draw on international best practice guidance on lymphoedema, wound pain, wound bed preparation, compression therapy, psychological impact, and evidence-based care to enhance leg ulcer management. Each chapter aims to facilitate reader comprehension and promote productive patient discussions, empowering healthcare professionals to collaborate with patients and improve leg ulcer management rapidly and effectively. This multi-disciplinary resource covers: Normal venous, arterial, and lymphatic function in the lower legLeg ulceration due to venous hypertension, peripheral arterial disease, and lymphoedemaLeg ulcers of unusual aetiology, addressing autoimmune and inflammatory disorders such as pyoderma gangrenosum, rheumatoid arthritis, scleroderma, sickle cell, and moreMusculoskeletal changes in the lower limb, assessment, and management to enhance mobility and calf-muscle functionClinical management, with topics like wound management, stages of wound healing, exudate management, holistic assessment including vascular assessment, compression therapy, and Laplaceâ ™s lawPain management with an emphasis on understanding the complexities and features that exacerbate or diminish the pain responseThe personalisation of care, understanding of social determinants of health, and the role of supportive self-management in lifelong management For professionals seeking evidence-informed approaches to delivering exceptional care, Lower Limb and Leg Ulcer Assessment and Management is an essential companion on the journey to understanding and managing leg ulcers effectively.
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Quantitative Social Science Data with R - Brian J Fogarty
Relevant, engaging, and packed with student-focused learning features, this book provides the basic step-by-step introduction to quantitative research and data every student needs. Gradually introducing applied statistics and the language and functionality of R and R Studio software, it uses examples from across the social sciences to show students how to apply abstract statistical and methodological principles to their own work. Maintaining a student-friendly pace, it goes beyond a normal introductory statistics book and shows students where data originates and how to: -       Understand and use quantitative data to answer questions -       Approach surrounding ethical issues -       Collect quantitative data -       Manage, write about, and share the data effectively Supported by incredible digital resources with online tutorials, videos, datasets, and multiple choice questions, this book gives students not only the tools they need to understand statistics, quantitative data, and R software, but also the chance to practice and apply what they have learned.Â
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Management Accounting for Decision Makers - Eddie McLaney, Peter Atrill
Everything you need to develop your practical understanding of the key management accounting principles and techniques â œExcellent, relevant, and practical management accounting edition with improved and updated real-world examples supported by self-assessment activities and review questions reflecting current changes in the management accounting field.â â “ Dr McFoster Tembo (FCCA), Assistant Professor in Accounting, Coventry University â œManagement Accounting for Decision Makers is a benchmark of clarity and practicality. It addresses key issues and has a wealth of examples to support and embed learning.â â “ Ian Crawford, Senior Lecturer in Accounting, University of Bath Management Accounting for Decision Makers 11th edition is the ultimate introduction to the essential management accounting methods, supporting real-life decision-making. Accessible and easy to understand, this book is the ideal core text for Management Accounting modules on Undergraduate and MBA Courses. The latest edition guides you step-by-step through making the best strategic choices in business and management roles, providing an all-important framework for effective strategic planning and decision-making. Key features of the book include: Relevant, real-life examples to help you make sense of real accounting issues, discussing companies such as Coca-Cola, Shell, BT Group, easyJet, Boohoo Group and more Many useful illustrations and activities, seamlessly woven into the text, to enable individual learning and revision or group work Expanded content on topics relevant to decision-making, including opportunity costs, contingency planning and risk heat maps, inventory control, strategic management accounting and more A new set of multiple-choice questions, added to the end of every chapter to help you revise Pair this text with MyLab® Accounting MyLab® is a teaching and learning resource that combines trusted author content with quizzes and assessments, help tools to use at point-of-need, and a flexible platform. MyLab Accounting for this book includes over 1000 auto-graded questions and 13 animated videos on key concepts. MyLab® Accounting is not included with this title. If you would like to purchase both the physical textbook and MyLab® Accounting (which also comes with the eBook), search for:â ¯ 9781292461038 Management Accounting for Decision Makers 11th edition â ˜MyLab via Bundleâ ™ which consists of:â ¯ Print textbook eTextbook MyLab® Accounting Students, MyLab should only be purchased when required by an instructor. If MyLab is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please check with your instructor for the correct ISBN. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information
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Management - Morgen Witzel
Management: The Basics provides an easy, jargon-free introduction to the fundamental principles and practices of modern management.Using examples ranging from people management at Cadbury and the Enron crisis to the marketing of fried chicken in China, the book explains key aspects of management, including: business strategy and how to use it to meet goals; how successful marketing works; how organizations are structured and function;fundamentals of corporate finance;human resource managementâ ™s role in the management and development of people; the importance of knowledge and culture to management.This second edition has been updated to take account of general advances in management thinking, including developments in governance, responsible management and environmental pressures, and a new emphasis on health and well-being in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic. It brings management thinking fully up to date with the latest currents and trends. This accessible, readable primer is an ideal starting point for anyone wanting to learn about business and management.
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How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional Universe - Charles Yu
Brimming with alternative universes, futuristic landscapes and gleeful metaphysics... Yu s spirit of invention is infectious. - Sunday TimesHighly inventive and hilarious - The Times_______________________________________________________________________________________With only TAMMY - a slightly tearful computer with self-esteem issues - a software boss called Phil - Microsoft Middle Manager 3.0 - and an imaginary dog called Ed for company, fixing time machines is a lonely business and Charles Yu is stuck in a rut. He s spent the better part of a decade navel-gazing, spying on 39 different versions of himself in alternate universes (and discovered that 35 of them are total jerks). And he s kind of fallen in love with TAMMY, which is bad because she doesn t have a module for that. With all that s on his mind, perhaps it s no surprise that when he meets his future self, he shoots him in the stomach. And that s a beginner s mistake for a time machine repairman. Now he s stuck in a time loop, going in circles forever. All he has, wrapped in brown paper, is the book his future self was trying to press into his hands. It s called How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional Universe. And he s the author. And somewhere inside it is the information that could save him.
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Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management - Agustina Calatayud, John Mangan, Chandra Lalwani
The new edition of the acclaimed textbook on Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management, offers a global scope and focus on both theory and practice Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management equips students with the knowledge and tools to navigate todayâ ™s complex, interconnected global markets. Covering both practical applications and strategic decision-making, this comprehensive textbook combines theory with real-world case studies to provide a thorough understanding of logistics systems and supply chain management (SCM) practices. Designed to meet the needs of todayâ ™s students and instructors, the fifth edition of Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management offers a balanced and student-friendly presentation of both qualitative and quantitative content, emphasizing key concepts such as sustainability, supply chain vulnerabilities, and digital transformation. Covering both foundational principles and advanced topics, each chapter builds a robust framework for students to critically assess and improve supply chain operations. Throughout the text, the authors provide expert insights into the latest trends, emerging technologies, and global events, including the COVID-19 pandemic. Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management, Fifth Edition, is an ideal textbook for undergraduate and postgraduate courses in logistics, supply chain management, and operations management in business, engineering, management, and international trade programs. New to this Edition: Expanded discussion of sustainability and ethical supply chain practicesIn-depth analysis of supply chain vulnerability and risk managementGreater emphasis on reverse logistics and circular economy strategiesEnhanced focus on operations management, including real-world applicationsNew and revised case studiesUpdated maps, data, charts, and flowcharts reflecting the latest industry trendsIncreased coverage of digitalization, supply chain automation, and emerging technologiesNew exercises, discussion questions, and practical activities for enhanced learningUpdated coverage of quantitative techniques and management science applications Wiley Advantage: Offers a thorough introduction to both practical and strategic aspects of global logistics and supply chain managementProvides a truly global perspective, examining logistics activities and challenges across multiple international contextsFeatures nine in-depth case studies, including a detailed â œMedical Devices Companyâ case study that runs through the entire bookContains review questions, discussion prompts, and activities in each chapter to enhance student engagement and understandingUtilizes boxed key information sections, practical examples, learning objectives, and numerous figures, diagrams, and flowcharts to simplify complex conceptsIncludes a companion website with instructor resources, including teaching materials and additional case study support for enhanced course integration
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Code of Practice for Project Management for the Built Environment - CIOB
The latest edition of the gold standard in construction project management references The newly revised sixth edition of the Code of Practice for Project Management for the Built Environment, prepared by the Chartered Institute of Building, is an up-to-date and comprehensive reference covering the principles and practice of project management in construction and development. This latest edition covers the new technologies, internationalisation, changing legislation, and productivity and profitability challenges faced by contractors which all combine to drive significant change in the industry. The book demonstrates the application of systematic documentation and quality control to complex construction projects and offers guidance and tools that link key principles to practical project management. It is worldwide in scope and widely recognised as the industry standard on the subject. With fresh discussions of quality assurance, global codes and standards, time management, joint ventures, contract compliance, supply chain integration, design digitisation, and much more, the Code of Practice for Project Management for the Built Environment also includes: A thorough introduction to project inception, feasibility analysis, strategy, and the pre-construction processComprehensive explorations of the construction stage of projects, as well as testing and commissioning, and project completion, handover, and operationPractical discussions of post-completion reviewA glossary and index of essential terms in construction project management Perfect for project management professionals in construction contracting and client organisations, Code of Practice for Project Management for the Built Environment will also earn a place in the libraries of undergraduate and postgraduate students of project management and construction-related subjects. The Chartered Institute of Building is the worldâ ™s largest professional body for construction management and leadership. It has a Royal Charter to promote the science and practice of building and construction for the benefit of society. Members across the world work in the development, conservation, and improvement of the built environment.
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Logistics Management and Strategy: Competing through the Supply Chain - Alan Harrison, Remko Van Hoek, James Aitken, Heather Skipworth
Logistics Management and Strategy, 7th edition is a concise and strategic introduction to the subjects of logistics and supply chain management, with emphasis on international applications and examples, and is perfect for modern managers and students of logistics and supply chain management. Logistics stands at the heart of debates around systems, sustainability, technology, competitive advantage, globalisation and risk. This textbook brings a thoroughly updated, straightforward and practical approach to these topics, and illustrates the real-life issues in logistics management through up-to-date case studies. This edition features cases from Australia, China, Germany, Japan, South Africa, Sweden and the USA, as well as cases on global businesses. Major updates for this edition address contemporary issues so that each area of discussion ties in with current practice. The new or updated material includes: A brand new chapter Supply Chain Risk and Resilience highlighting new developments in the strategic management of risk, with new cases exploring risk mitigation strategies at Ford Motor Company and supply chain data visualization at Flex A refreshed focus on sustainability and environmental issues throughout the book - from net zero carbon initiatives, carbon costing, and green logistics, to sourcing ethically and transportation Digitalisation and the role of technology in logistics and supply chain management Eighteen new case studies in this edition, illustrating the issues when applied in a wide variety of types of organisation Significant updates on future challenges and opportunities in logistics Activities and discussion questions, designed to help you explore key themes and apply what you are learning This book provides all the necessary information to cultivate your understanding of logistics management and is recommended to anyone studying logistics modules, at undergraduate or MSc level.
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Selling and Sales Management - David Jobber, Kenneth Le Meunier-Fitzhugh, Geoffrey Lancaster
The definitive text that connects sales theory to the practical implications of selling in today s world Selling and Sales Management, 12th Edition, by Jobber, Lancaster and Le Meunier-FitzHugh provides an integrated and strategic approach to managing sales and customer relations in a complex, volatile and global marketplace. Fully updated with the latest case studies and practical exercises, the new edition covers leading research into the use of technology to enhance the selling process, as well as the recent thinking in customer relationship management and the interactions between sales and marketing functions. The text is well grounded for undergraduate and postgraduate students in business management or marketing degrees, as well those studying MBA or sales professionals in the field. The new edition offers: Expanded coverage of the management of sales channels Updated content on the role of social media and artificial intelligence in selling A fully revised chapter on sales management Increased coverage of strategic selling and partnering Discussion on the interactions between sales and marketing functions Extended discussion on customer management New and updated practical illustrations, examples and cases About the authors: David Jobber is Emeritus Professor of Marketing at University of Bradford and has served on the editorial boards of numerous marketing and sales management journals. He was appointed as Special Advisor to the Research Assessment Exercise panel and has also received the Academy of Marketing Life Achievement award for distinguished services to marketing. Geoff Lancaster is Dean of Academic Studies at the London School of Commerce. He was formerly Senior Examiner and Academic Adviser to the Chartered Institute of Marketing and Chief Examiner to the Institute of Sales and Marketing Management. Kenneth Le Meunier-FitzHugh is a Visiting Fellow at IMD (Switzerland), Warwick University and EIPM. He has taught at several universities in the UK including the LSE, St Andrews, Cranfield and UEA. He has also held senior sales and marketing roles in the past for several organisations, including Yamaha and HSBC.
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Essential Managers Management Handbook - DK
DK brings you a practical guide summarising the skills and secrets you need to manage yourself and others with ease and confidence. Introducing DK S Essential Managers series - a one-stop guide full of top tips to boost productivity, performance and passion within a business environment. Achieving excellence as a manager requires a broad skillset, and The Essential Manager s Management Handbook provides easy-to-follow and engaging advice on the six key areas. Nurture your confidence with managing people, leadership, achieving high performance, effective communication, presenting, and negotiating.Jam-packed with interactive tools needed to thrive in a business environment, from setting goals to solving problems, delivering a speech to developing yourself, this business management book incorporates key quotes, bright visuals and breakdowns by subject, making it accessible and easy-to-use. Enveloped in a slim and sleek design, The Essential Manager s Management Handbook encompasses:-Step-by-step instructions adopting a how-to approach across a broad range of themes-Highly effective ask yourself questions to encourage self-reflection and self-growth. -Includes essential guidance on management-specific issues around remote-/hybrid-working-Brings together content from individual titles in the Essential Managers series in a larger manual formatYour time is precious, so why waste it? With power to every page, discover top tips on how to make bold business decisions; chair meetings; manage teams and more. Invest in this must-have management book and you will be well on your way to boosting your business. With expert insights from management professionals and step-by-step instructions on dealing with challenges and gaining valuable management skills for life, this book provides all the tools you need to soar into success, no matter what your business goals may be!At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not dive deeper into our Essential Managers series? A total of 10 titles, this curated collection of business books will help you hone your power and maximise your potential as an effective manager. Learn how to develop your leadership skills with Essential Managers - Leadership or improve upon your people skills with Essential Managers - Managing People. Tailored to your business goals, discover the DK book that s right for you!Why settle for mediocre management when you can be unbeatable in your business!
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Social Research
The use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within social research has the potential to revolutionize the discipline, but it is crucial to regard the drawbacks and ethical issues that also arise. This book helps the reader comprehend the implications, ramifications, prospects and perils associated with the use of AI in the realm of social research
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Key Questions in Urban Pest Management - Dr Daniel Dye II, Roberto Pereira, Philip Koehler, Partho Dhang
This book is intended as a study and revision guide for students following programmes of study in which urban pest management is an important component. It contains over 500 multiple-choice questions (and answers) set at three levels - foundation, intermediate and advanced.
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Cybersecurity Risk Management - Cynthia Brumfield
Cybersecurity Risk Management In Cybersecurity Risk Management: Mastering the Fundamentals Using the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, veteran technology analyst Cynthia Brumfield, with contributions from cybersecurity expert Brian Haugli, delivers a straightforward and up-to-date exploration of the fundamentals of cybersecurity risk planning and management. The book offers readers easy-to-understand overviews of cybersecurity risk management principles, user, and network infrastructure planning, as well as the tools and techniques for detecting cyberattacks. The book also provides a roadmap to the development of a continuity of operations plan in the event of a cyberattack. With incisive insights into the Framework for Improving Cybersecurity of Critical Infrastructure produced by the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Cybersecurity Risk Management presents the gold standard in practical guidance for the implementation of risk management best practices. Filled with clear and easy-to-follow advice, this book also offers readers: A concise introduction to the principles of cybersecurity risk management and the steps necessary to manage digital risk to systems, assets, data, and capabilitiesA valuable exploration of modern tools that can improve an organizationâ ™s network infrastructure protectionA practical discussion of the challenges involved in detecting and responding to a cyberattack and the importance of continuous security monitoringA helpful examination of the recovery from cybersecurity incidents Perfect for undergraduate and graduate students studying cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Risk Management is also an ideal resource for IT professionals working in private sector and government organizations worldwide who are considering implementing, or who may be required to implement, the NIST Framework at their organization.
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Introducing Human Resource Management - Caroline Hook, Andrew Jenkins
Introducing Human Resource Management is a lively and engaging introduction to the key topics and issues surrounding people management. Clearly linking HR theory to the work environment, this book explores core areas such as HR strategy and planning, employee engagement, diversity and equality, and talent management and development. The text combines solid academic underpinning with practical examples to allow you to consolidate your learning and apply it in practice. This 8th edition has been fully revised to include: â ¢ The latest developments in relation to Brexit. â ¢ A new section about the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). â ¢ Greater coverage of Talent Management in organisations. â ¢ More emphasis on employee voice. â ¢ A focus on developing your employability skills in areas such as: management of self, management of your learning, problem solving, thinking critically, working with others, data handling, communication and business awareness. This text will help you succeed in your studies through: â ¢ â ˜What would you doâ ™ and â ˜what do you thinkâ ™ boxes to get you actively involved in your own learning. â ¢ â ˜What nextâ ™ features to encourage you to find out more about a topic. â ¢ â ˜Activitiesâ ™ to get you to apply knowledge to an issue or problem. â ¢ â ˜HR in the newsâ ™ features articles from the Financial Times to promote discussion of real-life examples of HR in practice. â ¢ â ˜Review questionsâ ™ (with answers) to help you check your understanding of a topic. â ¢ â ˜Improve your employabilityâ ™ exercises to help you develop your skills and employability. Introducing Human Resource Management is ideal for a first course in human resource management at undergraduate or professional level, including courses that lead to a Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) qualification. This new edition maps each chapter against the CIPDâ ™s standards.
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Level 1/Level 2 Cambridge National in Sport Science (J828) Exam Practice Workbook - Mike Murray
Develop the vital skills students need to achieve the best results possible in their Sport Science exams, with this expert-written Exam Practice Workbook.Written by an experienced author, this write-in Exam Practice Workbook:- Actively develops the ability to retrieve information with a range of recall activities for every topic area- Reinforces understanding and boosts confidence with both short-answer and extended-response exam-style practice questions and activities that help break down the question, plan and review the answer- Encourages independent learning and can be used in class or at home, throughout the course or for last-minute revision- Is accessible and engaging for learners at all levels of ability and confidence
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Contemporary Weaving in Mixed Media - Rachna Garodia
This glorious book is a modern guide to weaving, an ancient craft that is reaching new heights of popularity, from acclaimed contemporary weaver and textile artist Rachna Garodia. It contains a wealth of practical advice and tons of inspiration for every aspect of this endlessly adaptable craft, from gathering materials to making and exhibiting ambitious woven masterpieces, bringing in a wide selection of mixed media. Meditative and calming, a session at the loom is a great way to relax, and create something beautiful in the process. And you donâ ™t need expensive equipment: you can start your weaving journey on a small wooden frame or even a piece of cardboard, and itâ ™s now easy to book time on larger looms outside the home. The book includes:Choosing a loom, from the simplest small frames to sophisticated table and floor looms.Design and planning: taking inspiration from the natural world, sketching, photographing, making moodboards and exploring colour.Gathering materials: from natural straw, grass, flowers, feathers, bark and seedpods to more traditional yarns and threads and even paper and photographs.Personalising your work by incorporating well-loved old fabrics and precious sentimental items.Unusual techniques: weaving with photographs or directly onto handmade paper, three-dimensional sculptural weaving, non-loom techniques such as looping and netting.Gorgeously illustrated with work from the author and other artists from around the world, this book is an engaging and beautiful introduction to weaving for established textile artists or those coming to the craft for the first time.
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Cambridge National in Sport Science Student Book with Digital Access (2 Years) - Andy Neal, Layla Green, Keith Smith, Brett Sutcliffe
Activity-based series, exam preparation skills, mapped to specification, developed with teachers, first teach September 2022. Endorsed by OCR. This print and digital student book covers all units for the redeveloped Cambridge National in Sport Science, with an easy-to-follow visual layout and accessible language to stimulate students interest. Takes a scaffolded, activity-based approach to understanding the content, written at just the right level, helping to engage students in their learning and give them the confidence to progress. Provides lots of activities to help students develop the knowledge and skills to complete their assessments. Bite-sized learning topics build understanding of essential concepts and are supported by case studies with three levels of differentiated questions to support all students.
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Tackling A Level Projects in Computer Science OCR H446 - Ceredig Cattanach-Chell
Tackling A Level projects in Computer Science for OCR H446 is the essential student guide for completing the project and, in particular, the report, with confidence and independence. It contains clear and concise instruction and examples of what needs to be included.
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Tackling A Level Projects in Computer Science AQA 7517
Tackling A Level projects in Computer Science for AQA 7517 is the essential student guide for completing the project and, in particular, the report, with confidence and independence. It contains clear and concise instruction and examples of what needs to be included.
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