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Glencoe Mechanical Drawing: Board and CAD Techniques
by Glencoe McGraw-Hill StaffProject-based learning prepares students for professional certification with Glencoe Mechanical Drawing: Board and CAD Techniques! Endorsed by the American Design Drafting Association (ADDA), this text includes Prep for ADDA activities. Step-by-step applications, design problems, and drafting problems prepare students for professional excellence and certification. Project-based learning is supported with unit-based projects that integrate technical math and culminate in Build Your Portfolio activities. Help your students get ready for competitive events like the TSA and SkillsUSA with prep activities embedded throughout the content and end-of-chapter assessments. Rigorous academic content is supported, with a special emphasis on math, geometry, and science, with STEM activities. Point-of-use correlations ease possible academic credit application. Extra activities in the Student Edition and workbook help you meet Perkins mandates. The appendix features Math (including algebra and geometry), abbreviations and symbols, pipe symbols, and reference tables (ASME, ANSI, ISO).
Managing the Challenges in Human Service Organizations: A Casebook
by Michael J. Austin Ralph Brody Thomas PackardManaging the Challenges in Human Service Organizations: A Casebook offers current and aspiring human service managers a view into the kinds of experiences they will likely encounter to better prepare them for the world they are about to enter. The cases are inspired by real situations and are designed to encourage students to determine how they would act and work towards a resolution of the dilemmas presented. Key Features Simulates administrative dilemmas through cases that offer different aspects of agency administration and replicate aspects of actual practice Levels the learning field for students entering graduate human service management programs with different managerial experiences Orients students to the challenges of management by helping them develop mental models linked to the values of client-centered administration Helps students develop a beginning sense of competence and understanding of managerial work while refining their analytic skills Offers the opportunity for repeated learning opportunities using different analytical frameworks Supplements fieldwork by providing more time to reflect and consider a broader array of alternatives than is found in most field experiences Intended Audience This book is ideally suited as a supplemental text for advanced undergraduate and graduate courses in social work and counseling, as well as a much-needed reference for human services supervisors and practitioners.
Coping With Crisis: A Counselor's Guide to the Restabilization Process
by Jim BurtlesIn the wake of a catastrophic event, the witness may discover or experience unsettling emotions which can trigger subsequent behaviors. These reactions can lead to a number of consequences, some of which are unproductive.
Modern Classroom Assessment
by Bruce B. FreyThe objective of this text is to go beyond simply listing the basic assessment formats by exploring five broad up-to-date approaches or philosophies to assessment with the supporting scholarship and theory to guide their appropriate use.
The 7 Steps to Bar Exam Success: The Strategy Guide For Passing Your Bar Exam With Greater Confidence, In Less Time, and With Less Stress Than The Rest
by Dustin SaiidiAn informational guide based on the author's experiences while preparing for and passing the bar exam.
Evidence-Based Practices in Mental Health: Debate and Dialogue on the Fundamental Questions
by John C. Norcross Larry E. Beutler Ronald F. LevantAddresses fundamental questions in the debate on evidence-based practices (EBPs) such as What qualifies as evidence? What qualifies as research on which to judge effective practice? Are research patients and clinical trials representative of clinical practice? Are evidence-based treatments readily transportable to clinical practice? and others. Positions are argued with passion and intelligence. Each question-focused chapter concludes with a dialogue among the contributors in which they emphasize their points of agreement and disagreement. The debate, interchange, and dialogue format makes this an ideal tool for teaching and discussion. For mental health practitioners, trainers, and graduate students.
Linux+ Guide To Linux Certification (Third Edition)
by Jason W. EckertLINUX+ GUIDE TO LINUX CERTIFICATION, THIRD EDITION offers the most up-to-date information to empower users to successfully pass CompTIA's Linux+ (Powered by LPI) Certification exam, while maintaining a focus on quality, classroom usability, and real-world experience. This complete guide provides not only the conceptual knowledge, but also the hands-on skills necessary to work with the Linux operation systems in a network administration environment. Comprehensive coverage includes updated information pertinent to the latest Linux distributions, as well as new storage technologies such as LVM and ext4. Readers will learn about new and expanded material on key job-related networking services including FTP, NFS, Samba, Apache, DNS, DHCP, NTP, RADIUS, LDAP, Squid, Sendmail, Postfix, X, SSH, VNC, SQL, and updated information on security practices and technologies. The Hands-On Projects help learners practice new skills, and review questions and key terms reinforce important concepts.
Real Writing Interactive
by Susan AnkerReal Writing Interactive offers practical coverage of writing skills and step-by-step guidance on crafting paragraphs and essays in a brief, interactive, and affordable format. The print component offers the essentials of Anker's accessible writing instruction along with select exercises; additional exercises are available online in LearningCurve, adaptive, game-like quizzing that helps students focus on the material they most need help with. As with all books in the Anker series, Real Writing Interactive motivates students with its message that writing is an essential and achievable skill and encourages students to connect what they learn with their own goals and with the needs and expectations of the larger world.
Disability: A Diversity Model Approach in Human Service Practice (Second Edition)
by Romel Mackelprang Richard SalsgiverThis comprehensive text fills a huge void in the field! Romel W. Mackelprang and Richard O. Salsgiver introduce an empowerment approach to working with persons with disabilities -- a direction that lights the way for human service workers and provides clients with greater independence and resilience. The authors are ardent in their desire to empower persons with disabilities by building on their strengths. This comprehensive book features a ground-breaking, strengths-based approach that fills a void in the available material on this topic, and thoroughly prepares helpers to work successfully with persons who have disabilities.
ASVAB for Dummies
by Rod PowersGet fully briefed on the changes to the ASVAB and sharpen your test-taking skills Want to ace the ASVAB? This essential guide includes in-depth reviews of all nine test subjects with complete explanations for every question, proficiency exercises, and tips to help you pinpoint your weaknesses and hone your test taking skills. You'll discover the pros and cons of the paper and computer exams, which tests are important to your military career, and cutting-edge study techniques. Features four full-length practice ASVAB tests Includes a new sample Armed Forces Qualifying Test (AFQT) Presents a thorough review of foundational concepts for every section, including: building word knowledge, paragraph comprehension, solving math word problems, mechanical comprehension, assembling objects, and more Helps you conquer the subtests and compute your scores Packed with practice questions and proven study tips, ASVAB For Dummies, Third Edition is the only guide you need to score your best and find your place in the military!
Machining Fundamentals
by Bob Dixon John WalkerMachining Fundamentals is a comprehensive text that provides an introduction to the various machining operations, setups, and procedures. This colorful and detailed textbook covers all traditional machining methods, as well as newer and nontraditional methods. This edition includes expanded coverage of CNC machining and updated illustrations. Clear, easy-to-understand introduction to machining. Strong emphasis on safety throughout the textbook. Heavily illustrated with well-designed, color-coded artwork to help students understand concepts quickly. Clear and simple organization of content makes the textbook easy to use.
Assistive Technology For People With Disabilities (Second Edition)
by Diane Pedrotty Bryant Brian R. BryantAssistive Technology for People with Disabilities, Second Edition, includes eight comprehensive chapters that focus on devices and software to enhance the lives and promote the independence of people with disabilities. Updated with new research, content and features to address current developments in the field, the book approaches assistive technology and education in a lifespan, multidisciplinary manner by discussing the use of current technology in the fields of special education, rehabilitation, speech-language pathology, and other disciplines. Featured devices and software will help you understand how areas such as mobility, communication, education, independent living, and access to information media affect learning and living for individuals with disabilities. You will also gain a great understanding of the foundational and historical perspectives of AT, assessment, universal design, and the ADAPT framework, which is a tool to help educators make decisions about appropriate AT, student needs, and the demands of the environment. Developed from the authors' years of experience teaching both K-12 students and adults, as well as their own framework for understanding assistive technology application and integrating technology into instruction, this new edition addresses assistive technology that promotes knowledge and skills, practical application and a myriad of opportunities that good technology provides for persons with disabilities.
Sales: A Systems Approach (Fifth Edition, Aspen Casebook Series)
by Daniel KeatingA problem-based casebook organized using sales systems including those governing domestic sales of goods, leases, international sales, and real estate sales.
BCOM Student Edition 6: Business Communication
by Carol M. Lehman Debbie D. DufreneBCOM6 provides expanded coverage on technology and social media, abundant real world examples, and model documents to guide students' writing practice.
The Coach U Personal and Corporate Coach Training Handbook
by Coachinc. Com StaffThe Most Comprehensive TrainingTool for New and Experienced Coaches Founded in 1988, Coach U, Inc. , is the largest provider of online training for individuals interested in entering the fields of personal and professional coaching. Coach U, Inc. , has educated more than ten thousand people, providing them the information, tools, and knowledge they need to successfully enter the fast-growing world of life, career, business, and corporate coaching. Now, for the first time, Coach U, Inc. , is making its complete course materials available in book form. These provide the basic foundations and training necessary to allow you to take control of your own career; enjoy personal, professional, and financial success; and experience the fulfillment that goes with providing a meaningful service to others. Coach U, Inc. 's unique approach to training encompasses the entire development of the professional coach. From the beginnings of becoming a coach, to all the ins-and-outs of growing a successful coaching practice, this program provides a comprehensive, step-by-step approach to learning how to become a strong, ethical, and dynamic leader in the coaching field. The Coach U Personal and Corporate Coach Training Handbook is the only comprehensive handbook currently available that provides step-by-step training for individuals seeking preparation and certification as a personal or corporate coach. Using the proven Coach U method, this book draws on a multidisciplinary approach to present a complete guide to the business and practice of personal and corporate coaching. This helpful text features: * Detailed coverage of the core skills and methodologies employed in personal and corporate coaching, including a chapter on ethics * Includes coaching scenarios and case studies that demonstrate skills in action * Chapters on marketing and selling your coaching practice and services as well as guidance on practice management As personal and professional coaching continues to prove its benefits to businesses and individuals, Coach U, Inc. , through its Coach U and Corporate Coach U divisions, remains the recognized leader for professional coach training and certification.
CliffsTestPrep® NYSTCE®: Multi-Subject Content Specialty Test (CST)
by Laraine Wallowitz Mark Turner Ken Springer Josette C. Seibles Paula Pierson John Niman Debrah Goldberg Chandra J. Foote Sara Dubow Jana Dixon Linda AndersonYour guide to a higher score on the NYSTCE. About the contents: Introduction * Overview of the test * Tips for answering multiple-choice questions Part I: Subject Review * Focused reviews cover all subjects tested, including: English Language Arts; Mathematics; Science and Technology; Social Studies; The Fine Arts; Health and Fitness; Family and Consumer Science and Career Development; Foundations of Reading: Constructed-Response Assignment * Subareas focus on specific skills within the subjects * Questions within the review sections emphasize key concepts and skills Part II: Two Full-Length Practice Tests * Practice tests are structured like the actual test * Answers and explanations help enhance your understanding and pinpoint areas for further review. Test-Prep Essentials from the Experts at CliffsNotes? More than Notes! CliffsAP? CliffsComplete? CliffsQuickReview? CliffsTestPrep? CliffsStudySolver. An American BookWorks Project. Contributors: Linda Anderson, MFA; Jana Dixon, EdM; Sara Dubow, PhD; Chandra J. Foote, PhD; Debrah Goldberg, PhD; John Niman, PhD; Paula Pierson, MFA; Josette C. Seibles, PhD; Ken Springer, PhD; Mark Turner, DMA; Laraine Wallowitz, PhD
CliffsNotes® Praxis II®: Fundamental Subjects Content Knowledge (0511)
by Jocelyn L. Paris Judy L. ParisAbout the Contents: Introduction How to use this book Overview of the exam Proven study strategies and test-taking tips FAQs Part I: Subject Area Reviews English Language Arts Mathematics Citizenship and Social Science Science Part II: Two Full-Length Practice Exams Each practice exam includes the same number of multiple-choice and constructed-response questions as the actual exam Complete with answers and explanations for all questions
CliffsTestPrep Praxis II: Special Education (0351, 0352, 0690, 0371, 0381, #0321)
by Judy L ParisA guide to help aspiring special education teachers pass their test. Twenty states require would-be special education teachers to pass various Praxis II tests for licensure. All six special education tests in the Praxis II series are covered in this book, which includes focused subject reviews and a full-length practice test for each subject assessment exam.
CliffsTestPrep CSET: English
by Emily M HutchinsonYour complete guide to a higher score on the CSET: English. Why CliffsTestPrep Guides? Go with the name you know and trust.Get the information you need--fast!Written by test-prep specialistsContents include an overview of the test and how it is scored, tips on how to get the most out of your study time, an action plan for doing your best, and answers to your questions about the test.Preparing for the Format of the CSET: English, successful strategies for every test area, sample questions, answers, and explanations, analysis of every question type. Preparing for the Content of the CSET: English, literature and textual analysis, composition and rhetoric overview, review of speech, media, and creative performance, explanations of language, linguistics, and literacy.2 Full-Length Practice Examinations: Structured like the actual exam. Complete with answers and explanations. Test-Prep Essentials from the Experts at CliffsNotes
CliffsTestPrep CSET: Social Science
by Tony Napoli Shana PateYour complete guide to a higher score on the CSET: Social Science. Why Cliffs TestPrep Guides? Go with the name you know and trust.Get the information you need--fast! Written by test-prep specialists. Contents include the format and content of the exam, proven test-taking strategies and tips, approaches for answering both multiple-choice and constructed-response questions. Subject Area Review entails focused reviews of all subjects tested: world history, U.S. history, geography, civics, economics, and California history and practice questions to aid in subject review and test preparation.Two Full-Length Practice Examinations. Structured like the actual exam. Complete with answers and explanations. References for Additional Study. Test-Prep Essentials from the Experts at CliffsNotes
CliffsNotes Praxis II Education of Exceptional Students (0353, 0382, 0542, 0544), Second Edition
by Judy L ParisAn updated edition of the market-leading guide Subject reviews for each of the four Praxis II Education of Exceptional Students tests covered in the book 6 model practice tests: two 0353 practice tests; two 0542 practice tests; one 0382 practice test; and one 0544 practice test
CliffsTestPrep Foreign Service Officer Exam: Preparation for the Written Exam and the Oral Assessment
by American BookWorks CorporationYour guide to passing the Foreign Service Officer Exam. Why Cliffs Test Prep Guides? Go with the name you know and trust. Get the information you need--fast! Written by test prep specialists. Introduction * Review of how the exam is organized, along with answers to frequently asked questions. Part I: Written Exam: The Job Knowledge Test * Descriptions of the five general career track knowledge areas--management, consular, economic, political, and public diplomacy * Question-and-answer subject review chapters for the eight job topic areas, along with mini-tests after each subject review * A sample Job Knowledge test with complete answers and explanations Part II: Written Exam: The English Expression Test * Grammar and usage review * Two sample English Expression tests with complete answers and explanations Part III: Written Exam: The Biographic Information Questionnaire * General information on this section of the exam, plus helpful sample questions Part IV: Written Exam: Written Essay* Overview of the Written Essay portion of the exam, plus sample essay topics for practice * Direction on how to effectively prewrite, outline, organize, edit, and revise your essayPart V: Oral Assessment * Overview of the Oral Assessment portion of the exam and the categories in which you'll be assessed. Test Prep Essentials from the Experts at CliffsNotes?An American BookWorks Corporation. Project Contributors: Deborah Barrett, PhD; Elaine Bender, MA; Phillip Gay, PhD; Freddy Lee, PhD; Val Limburg, PhD; Tandy McConnell, PhD; Edward Miller, PhD; Deborah Grayson Riegel, MA; Sharon Saronson, MFA, MA; Brice Sloan, BA; Jonathan Weber, BA; Mark Weinfeld, MA
CliffsNotes Firefighter Exam Cram Plan
by Northeast EditingGet a plan to ace the exam--no matter how much time you have left. Includes a diagnostic test to help you pinpoint where you need the most help. Includes a two-month, one-month, and one-week cram plan. Full-length practice exam with complete answer explanations
CliffsNotes Praxis II: Middle School Mathematics Test (0069) Test Prep
by Sandra Luna Mccune Ennis Donice MccuneA new guide in the best-performing Praxis II test-prep series on the market. Thirty states require aspiring teachers to pass the Praxis II Middle School Mathematics test. This book provides focused review chapters for every subject covered on the test, plus three full-length tests with complete answer explanations. Sandra Luna McCune, PhD (Nacogdoches, TX), is Regents Professor in the Department of Elementary Education at Stephen F. Austin State University. E. D. McCune, PhD (Nacogdoches, TX), is Regents Professor of Mathematics at Stephen F. Austin State University.
Welding Skills, Processes and Practices for Entry-level Welders: Vol. 1
by Larry Jeffus Lawrence BowerWelding: Skills, Processes, and Practices for Entry-Level Welders is an exciting new series that has been designed specifically to support the American Welding Society's (AWS) SENSE EG2. 0 training guidelines. Offered in three volumes, these books are carefully crafted learning tools consisting of theory-based texts that are accompanied by companion lab manuals, and extensive instructor support materials. With a logical organization that closely follows the modular structure of the AWS guidelines, the series will guide readers through the process of acquiring and practicing welding knowledge and skills. For schools already in the SENSE program, or for those planning to join, Welding: Skills, Processes, and Practices for Entry-Level Welders offers a turnkey solution of high quality teaching and learning aids.