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The Real World: An Introduction to Sociology
by Kerry Ferris Jill SteinThe Real World succeeds in classrooms, because it focuses on the perspective that students care about mostly their own. In every chapter, the authors use activities, examples from everyday life, and popular culture to draw students into thinking sociologically and to make abstract concepts more concrete.
Region and State in Nineteenth-Century Europe: Nation-Building, Regional Identities and Separatism
by Joost Augusteijn Eric StormIn reaction to the centralizing nation-building efforts of states in nineteenth-century Europe, many regions began to define their own identity. In thirteen stimulating essays, specialists analyze why regional identities became widely celebrated towards the end of that century and why some considered themselves part of the new national self-image.
Research Handbook On The Economics Of Labor And Employment Law
by Michael L. Wachter Cynthia L. EstlundThis Research Handbook assembles the original work of leading legal and economic scholars, working in a variety of traditions and methodologies, on the economic analysis of labor and employment law. <p><p> In addition to surveying the current state of the art on the economics of labor markets and employment relations, the volume's 16 chapters assess aspects of traditional labor law and union organizing, the law governing the employment contract and termination of employment, employment discrimination and other employer mandates, restrictions on employee mobility, and the forum and remedies for labor and employment claims.
The Research Journey: Introduction to Inquiry
by Sharon Rallis Gretchen Rossman Thomas SchwandtDesigned to foster "inquiry-mindedness," this book prepares graduate students to develop a conceptual framework and conduct inquiry projects that are linked to ongoing conversations in a field. The authors examine different ways of knowing and show how to identify a research question; build arguments and support them with evidence; make informed design decisions; engage in reflective, ethical practices; and produce a written proposal or report. Each chapter opens with a set of critical questions, followed by a dialogue among five fictional graduate students exploring questions and concerns about their own inquiry projects; these issues are revisited throughout the chapter. Other useful features include end-of-chapter learning activities for individual or group use. Useful pedagogical features include: *Framing questions for exploration and reflection. *Chapter-opening dialogues that bring in perspectives from multiple disciplines. *Example boxes with detailed cases and questions for the reader. *End-of-chapter activities and experiential exercises that guide readers to develop their own inquiry projects. *Suggestions for further reading.
Research Methods and Statistics: A Critical Thinking Approach,Fourth Edition
by Sherri L. JacksonRESEARCH METHODS AND STATISTICS: A CRITICAL THINKING APPROACH, 4e, successfully illustrates the integration between statistics and research methods by demonstrating the ways to use statistics in analyzing data collected during research. Jackson's combined text adopts an inviting narrative style that draws you into the material, helping you overcome the initial apprehension you may feel at having to learn both subject areas at once. She incorporates a student-friendly critical-thinking approach and presents examples and exercises to which you can relate. Jackson focuses on the logic of the process and the methodology aspect of research.
Research Methods for Social Workers
by Bonnie L. Yegidis Robert W. Weinbach Laura L. MyersThis social work research methods text is written in an accessible, reader-friendly style and includes numerous examples of how research can be used to inform social work practice. It is part of the Connecting Core Competencies Series that integrates CSWE's core competencies and practice behaviors throughout.
Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences (4th Edition)
by Frederick J. Gravetter Lori-Ann B. ForzanoBestselling statistics author, Fredrick J. Gravetter, and co-author Lori-Ann B. Forzano have written a text for research methods that helps students see how interesting and exciting experimental and non-experimental research can be. Inviting and conversational, RESEARCH METHODS FOR THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES, Fourth Edition, leads students through the research process from start to finish. The text opens with tips and strategies for generating research ideas, moves to selecting measures and participants, and then offers an examination of research strategy and design. This step-by-step approach emphasizes the decisions researchers must make at each stage of the process. The authors avoid a "cookbook" approach to the facts by linking terminology with applied concepts; their "lecture in a book" style makes the text accessible to students by emphasizing discussion and explanation of topics. Each chapter ends with a set of student exercises and activities. Examples and content throughout the book reflect the most current APA guidelines.
Research Methods in Psychology: Evaluating a World of Information
by Beth MorlingEven though few psychology majors end up pursuing a career as a researcher in the field, Morling (U. of Delaware) wants to enable them to become critical consumers of research. Rather than the typical research methods text emphasis on research production, she concentrates on tools for evaluating research claims. The text features a "Three Claims, Four Validities" framework for identifying and evaluating claims; learning activities; and overviews of descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, presenting research reports in APA style; statistical tables; and a glossary. Annotation ©2012 Book News, Inc. , Portland, OR (booknews. com)
Research Methods in Psychology: A Handbook
by Wendy A. SchweigertThis handbook provides a brief but thorough introduction to the most commonly used research methods in psychology (as well as a number of related topics such as statistics, ethics, and literature searches). The book includes much of the same information presented in longer texts, but in a more succinct format.
Research Methods in Psychology (Fourth Edition)
by Jonathan A. Smith Daniel B. Wright Glynis BreakwellResearch Methods in Psychology has been substantially revised in its fourth edition. Continuing to offer enviable coverage of the research methods that psychology students at intermediate levels need to cover in their course, the textbook has now been broadened to cover the full suite of beginner level research methods too. The result is extensive coverage of psychological methods, both quantitative and qualitative, and a textbook that will serve students perfectly from day one in their course at university.<P><P> Research Methods in Psychology in its fourth edition includes: <P> * Extended statistical coverage, including new chapters on Descriptive Statistics, Inferential Statistics, ANOVA, Regression and Correlation, and Latent Variable Models<P> * Further New Chapters on Content Analysis and Writing up your Research<P> * New introductory sections placing each method in context and showing students how they relate to the bigger 'real world' picture. <P> * Intuitive structure and visual layout makes the book easy to navigate so you can quickly find the content you need.<P> This textbook is ideal for beginner and intermediate level psychological research methods students worldwide.<P> Visit the Research Methods in Psychology companion website www.sagepub.co.uk/breakwell4e to take advantage of additional resources for students and lecturers.
Research Methods MA Politics Final Paper 1, Final SDE Andhra University
by Prof. G. Srinivasa ReddyThis is the prescribed text book for students pursuing MA Politics at Andhra University, School Of Distance Education for the subject Paper 1 - Research Methods
Resorts: Management and Operation (Third Edition)
by Robert Christie MillThe 3rd Edition of Resorts: Management and Operation is a summary of almost 30 years of thought, analysis, and research into the field of resort management written from a business viewpoint yet takes into account the unique structure of resorts. The text is divided into three sections. Each section has a philosophical basis for the inclusion of the subsequent principles and practices. The first section covers major types of resorts: those that are mountain-based, beach-based and golf/tennis based. Two chapters are devoted to each of the various resort types. The first chapters of each resort type focuses on development issues with the impact on operations noted throughout. The second chapter in each resort type deals with guest profiles and management issues. The second section highlights what makes managing a resort different from managing a 'regular' hotel. The final section features a newly expanded chapter on spas, pools, and indoor water parks along with individual chapters on specialty resorts, cruise ships and casinos, reflecting the importance of these types of properties.
Respiratory Physiology: The Essentials 9th Edition
by John B. WestWidely considered the gold standard for the teaching and learning of respiratory physiology, this fully updated Ninth Edition includes key points for each chapter and multiple-choice review questions and answers with full explanations.
Reteaching and Practice Workbook (Grade #1)
by Pearson EducationOffers math practice lessons to improve on what students have already learned.
Return of the Hungry Hamster #1
by Sam Hay Simon CooperDumpling the hamster came to a dusty end inside a vacuum cleaner. He suspects that his owner Oliver's parents never admitted to their son that they were to blame for Dumpling's demise. Now the hamster needs Joe's help to reveal the truth - but there's a furry surprise awaiting them at Oliver's house...
Revenge of the Phantom Furball #2
by Sam Hay Simon CooperDisaster strikes when Bonsai the pug chases Pickle the cat into the street, where she is flattened by a car. But the fact that Pickle has (almost) shuffled off her mortal coil isn't her biggest concern; she is worried that Bonsai will pursue her sister Pebble into an early grave too, unless she and Joe teach the dog a lesson...
Review, Practice, Mastery of Common Core English Language Arts State Standards (Grade #6)
by Perfection LearningThis book presents the steps to reviewing, practicing and mastering English language arts in a fun and exciting way.
Ricky Vargas #2: Born to Be Funny! (Ricky Vargas)
by Alan Katz Stacy CurtisRicky Vargas IS the funniest kid in the world! Ricky Vargas is so funny he can make people snort milk out of their noses... even if they're not drinking anything! But it's not always easy to be so funny. And when the funniest kid in the world has his first un-funny day, Ricky has to figure out how to get back his amazing, world-famous sense of humor. Contains three hilarious Ricky Vargas stories in one book!
Riff Raff Sails the High Cheese (I Can Read Level 2)
by Susan SchadeShiver me whiskers! Someone has stolen the mice pirates’ most valuable loot: a great big chunk of cheese! Captain Riff Raff and the gang set out to retrieve the stolen booty, but can the cheese be seized?With colorful illustrations from Anne Kennedy and lively text from Susan Schade, Riff Raff Sails the High Cheese strengthens reading skills for beginning readers and buccaneers. Mice pirates and young readers use rhyming words and simple wordplay to solve the mystery of the missing cheese.Riff Raff Sails the High Cheese is a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
Riff Raff the Mouse Pirate (I Can Read Level 2)
by Susan SchadeAhoy, mateys . . . and mice! Riff Raff the Mouse Pirate is setting off on a treasure hunt with his cheese-loving crew, but before they can find the treasure, the bold swashbucklers must find the missing clue!With colorful, detailed illustrations from Anne Kennedy and lively text from Susan Schade, Riff Raff the Mouse Pirate strengthens reading skills for beginning readers and young buccaneers. The mouse pirates use rhyming words to find their destinations, which help early readers recognize phonics sounds!Join in on the fun in this hilarious Level 2 I Can Read story, geared toward kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
Rikki-Tikki-Tavi
by Katherine Scraper Niki Leonidou Lori O'DeaA boy saves a mongoose. Then the mongoose saves him. Read to find out how!
Risk adjustment for Measuring Health Care Outcomes
by Lisa I. IezzoniA new chapter on the role of risk adjustment in managing healthcare organizations <p><p> New information on risk factors, including genetics and social and environmental determinants of health <p> Perspectives on electronic health records and new health information technologies <p> Explanations of new statistical methods for comparing provider outcomes and their implications for risk adjustment.
A Rockin' Mystery
by Franklin W. Dixon Scott BurroughsIn this Hardy Boys Secret Files mystery, a missing bass guitar causes a few wrong notes at the Battle of the Bands. Frank and Joe are thrilled to learn that the popular band, Crush, is scheduled to perform in Bayport's huge Battle of the Bands--and even more excited when they find out that their friend's brother, Dylan, is the bass guitarist. But on the day of the performance, Dylan's prized guitar has gone missing! Could someone from a rival band have taken it in hopes of gaining an advantage? Or could the culprit be someone closer to home? It's up to Frank and Joe to investigate this rocking mystery--or else Crush might be crushed in the competition!
Rogawski's Calculus for AP*: Early Transcendentals
by Jon Rogawski Ray CannonNIMAC-sourced textbook