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Design and Analysis in Quantitative Educational Research: Univariate Designs in SPSS
by Kamden K. Strunk Mwarumba MwavitaDesign and Analysis in Quantitative Educational Research: Univariate Designs in SPSS presents an integrated approach to learning about research design alongside statistical analysis concepts. The authors maintain a focus on applied educational research throughout the text, with practical tips and advice on how to do high-quality quantitative research.This book teaches research design (including epistemology, research ethics, forming research questions, quantitative design, sampling methodologies, and design assumptions) and introductory statistical concepts (including descriptive statistics, probability theory, and sampling distributions), basic statistical tests (like z and t), ANOVA designs, including more advanced designs like the factorial ANOVA and mixed ANOVA, simple linear regression, and multiple regression using SPSS for analysis. Designed specifically for an introductory graduate course in research design and statistical analysis, the book takes students through principles by presenting case studies, describing the research design principles at play in each study, and then asking students to walk through the process of analyzing data that reproduce the published results. The new edition has been updated to include the latest contemporary research developments, coverage of IBM SPSS Statistics version 29, and also features new case studies, many focused on race and racism as well as other equity and justice work, and additional content on covariance and correlation. An online eResource is also available with data sets.This textbook is tailor-made for first-level doctoral courses in research design and analysis, and will also be of interest to graduate students in education and educational research.
Interaction of Symbols: Icon Design Theory and Practice
by Mike ZenderInteraction of Symbols is a book for everyone engaged with icon design. It presents a theory of how icons work: symbols in an icon interact to evoke meaning. From this theory flow design principles and practices based on evidence from Design and other disciplines such as Psychology, Perception, and Cognition. The theory, principles, and practices impact how all symbol-based communications are conceived, designed, and applied.The book focuses on icons that elicit a concept without any previous training or use of language. Findings from twenty years’ worth of empirical design research studies explore, illustrate, and support each principle, process, and recommendation. The book begins with a review of icon research from various fields before laying a conceptual foundation that grounds the theory of the book. After and elaborating on that theory are chapters that demonstrate how to Establish Contexts to Guide Comprehension, Glean Which Symbols to Draw, Learn How to Draw Understandable Symbols, Clarify Metaphor, and Use Icons to Decipher Icons in Icon Systems. Written and carefully designed for a broad audience, the book’s scholarly level is elevated while the presentation is approachable. Scholar or professional can skim, scan, or dig, it’s up to them.Heavily illustrated and supported with ample citations, it is not only a book for students and professionals within the field of communication design, but also for anyone who communicates with visual symbols, from healthcare professionals to software engineers, affecting all kinds of graphic communications from advertisements to assembly instructions.
Collaboration, Engagement, and Tradition in Contemporary and Electronic Music: NoiseFloor Perspectives
by David Cotter Dave Payling Marc EstibeiroCollaboration, Engagement, and Tradition in Contemporary and Electronic Music: NoiseFloor Perspectives illuminates practices at the forefront of modern music-making and is built on a rich collection of concerts and talks, representing over a decade of artistic insight and creative practice showcased at the annual NoiseFloor event. Exploring the themes of collaboration, engagement, and tradition, this cutting-edge collection offers chapters on a range of pressing issues, including AI in music, audiovisual composition, environmental sound, and interactive sound systems. NoiseFloor’s aim is to showcase research and original works by international composers and performers and has attracted prolific artists in a wide range of related fields – many of whom have contributed to this volume. This book provides a timely snapshot of new and emerging developments in the broad field of contemporary music-making. Collaboration, Engagement, and Tradition in Contemporary and Electronic Music will be of interest to postgraduates and advanced undergraduates working in the areas of contemporary music, electronic music, and music technology. This book is also ideal for composers, artists, and researchers investigating theoretical concepts and compositional practices in contemporary music.
Gulag Voices: An Anthology (Annals of Communism Series)
by Anne ApplebaumA unique anthology of Gulag memoirs, edited and annotated by Pulitzer Prize–winning author Anne Applebaum Anne Applebaum wields her considerable knowledge of a dark chapter in human history and presents a collection of the writings of survivors of the Gulag, the Soviet concentration camps. Although the opening of the Soviet archives to scholars has made it possible to write the history of this notorious concentration camp system, documents tell only one side of the story. Gulag Voices now fills in the other half.The backgrounds of the writers reflect the extraordinary diversity of the Gulag itself. Here are the personal stories of such figures as Dmitri Likhachev, a renowned literary scholar; Anatoly Marchenko, the son of illiterate laborers; and Alexander Dolgun, an American citizen. These remembrances—many of them appearing in English for the first time, each chosen for both literary and historical value—collectively spotlight the strange moral universe of the camps, as well as the relationships that prisoners had with one another, with their guards, and with professional criminals who lived beside them.A vital addition to the literature of this era,annotated for a generation that no longer remembers the Soviet Union, Gulag Voices will inform, interest, and inspire, offering a source for reflection on human nature itself.
Contemporary Cases in Management: Perspectives from Emerging Markets
by Ashish Gupta Shalini AggarwalEmerging markets due to their dynamism, resilience and complexities are a significant area of study for management theorists and practitioners. This volume brings together case studies from diverse corners of the industry and offers insightful analyses of real-world management challenges and strategies in dynamic environments.The book showcases the diversity of emerging markets that offer unique challenges in finance, marketing, organization and HR, among others. From family-owned enterprises in India grappling with succession-planning to tech startups navigating regulatory uncertainties – these case studies capture the essence of managerial dilemmas in emerging markets. Through rich narratives and rigorous analysis, the essays in this volume provide strategies for organizations to deal with turbulent times, declining sales and productivity, shrinking investments or consumer base and the need for businesses to innovate, expand and grow. The volume also includes reflections from multiple stakeholders, which not only enriches the learning experience but also fosters a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between management practices and broader socio-economic contexts.This book will be of interest to both students and researchers of business studies, management studies, marketing, finance and human resources. It will also be a useful resource for professionals working in government agencies and research agencies and for managers in different industries.
Teaching English Grammar in Asian Contexts: Making Meaning with Grammar
by Christine Xavier Alexius ChiaThis book guides teachers, teacher educators and pre-service student teachers on using grammar as a pedagogical tool for meaning making, linking grammar as a meaning-making resource to literacy development. When grammar is meaningfully linked to literacy skills such as reading and writing, there is contextualised teaching of grammar.The authors thoroughly explore key concepts in grammar, including grammar as structure and grammar as choice. They illuminate these concepts by analysing a range of authentic texts from Asian contexts, showing how specific grammar features are purposefully used to convey meaning. Examples and illustrations of teaching ideas and materials focusing on contextualised teaching of grammar, including lesson plans, activity outlines, worksheets and teaching strategies, are contributed by current teacher practitioners who have tried out these ideas in their language classes. These teacher practitioners also share their reflections on how these ideas have worked in their classes.As a result, this book is an indispensable resource for teachers, teacher educators, pre-service teachers of English as both a first language and a second or foreign language, as well as anyone who is interested in harnessing the power of grammar to enhance English language teaching and literacy development.
The Identity Factor in Chinese Relations with Europe: China and the Barbarian Civilization (New International Relations)
by Bjørnar Sverdrup-ThygesonThis book offers a sustained, historically grounded analysis of the identity factor in China-Europe relations. The identity of the modern Chinese state was forged in the context of European emissaries, gunboats, and books. The effects still shape China’s policies towards Europe today, as it becomes a focal point in the great power competition between the US and China. The author argues that identity dilemmas are central to Chinese Europe policies, both past and present. This is reflected in the two-pronged composition of the book; one historical section, combined and complemented with one contemporary section. Case studies of three key political flashpoints between the EU, individual European countries, and China over the last two decades, demonstrates the contemporary relevance of a set of identity issues whose deep roots are uncovered through analysing Chinese political texts from the preceding two centuries. Aimed primarily at scholars and students of Chinese and European international relations, this book will also be of interest to scholars of ontological security theory, constructivism, and other identity-driven approaches to international politics.
International Financial Reporting Standards in the MENA Region: Adaptation and Application in Morocco (Routledge Studies in Accounting)
by Issam BenhayounIn the ever-evolving landscape of global economics, accounting stands as the universal language of business. This book explores the vital role of accounting in articulating economic, social, and environmental activities. It provides a detailed comparison among Moroccan GAAP, IFRS, and US GAAP, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of harmonizing accounting standards in the context of Morocco's unique business environment.Each chapter is crafted to offer practical guidance and technical insights. From property, plant, and equipment (IAS 16) to intangible assets (IAS 38), leases (IAS 17), and inventory valuation (IAS 2), International Financial Reporting Standards in the MENA Region: Adaptation and Application in Morocco covers essential standards with a focus on their real-world applications. Special emphasis is placed on the preparation of cash flow statements (IAS 7), a crucial aspect often overlooked in the Moroccan accounting framework.Through practical case studies and comparative analyses, readers will gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles governing financial statements and the importance of transparency and investor confidence. This book is an indispensable resource for accounting professionals, academics, and anyone interested in the global standardization of financial reporting.
Scorpion Venom: Evolution, Medical Impact, and Therapeutic Potential
by Ashis Kumar Mukherjee Bhabana DasThis book provides a comprehensive overview of scorpion biology and the medical implications of their venoms. It presents the taxonomic classification, anatomy, morphology, and natural habitats of scorpions, detailing their reproductive processes. It further explores the chemical nature of scorpion venom, discussing its composition, toxicity, and physiological effects, as well as its varied functions and mechanisms of action on ion channels. The chapter also focuses on scorpionism, presenting comprehensive epidemiological data and clinical insights from across the globe and reviewing the origin, evolution, and intricate composition of scorpion venom, framing its functional complexity and evolutionary significance. The book also covers the preventative measures and current treatment strategies for scorpion envenomation. It also addresses the limitations of existing antivenom therapies and examines innovative approaches, including the use of pharmaceuticals to enhance treatment protocols. The final chapter provides the promising biomedical applications of scorpion venom toxins across various medical fields. It discusses the therapeutic potential of these toxins in treating a range of human diseases, from cancer and cardiovascular diseases to autoimmune disorders and diabetes. This book is intended for researchers, clinicians, and students of toxicology, pharmacology, and arachnology.
Introduction to Human Factors: Applying Psychology to Design, 2nd Edition
by Nancy J. Stone Alex Chaparro Joseph R. Keebler Barbara S. Chaparro Daniel S. McConnellThis textbook comprehensively introduces readers to the cutting-edge field of human factors psychology, offering real-world examples illustrating how experimental findings can be used to improve the design of tools and environments that we use every day. The revised second edition provides updated text, examples, pedagogical boxes, and references.Features: Showcases pedagogical boxes that end with thought questions to encourage student processing and application of the material Includes instructor materials such as PowerPoint slides, activities, and exam items to facilitate teaching for instructors who are new to the course Presents theoretical and practical implications of applying psychology to design with the use of examples Discusses anthropometric tools, anthropometric data collection methods, hand biomechanics, and hand tools Highlights diversity and inclusion with applications to the special population section in each chapter Introduction to Human Factors is an ideal read for senior undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of ergonomics, human factors, and psychology.Online teaching resources accompany this textbook, including PowerPoints, a test bank with answers, and an end-of-chapter questions and answers key for the instructors.
Advanced Hybrid Nanomaterials for Energy Storage (Emerging Materials and Technologies)
by Suresh Sagadevan Won-Chun OhIntegrating nanotechnology and sustainable energy frontiers, Advanced Hybrid Nanomaterials for Energy Storage explores the groundbreaking field of material design at the nanoscale for next‑generation energy storage solutions. This comprehensive text delves into the synthesis, characterization, and optimization of hybrid nanomaterials developed by combining the advantageous properties of diverse materials. This diverse range of materials includes metal oxides, carbon nanostructures, biopolymers, and functionalized surfaces. These materials have the potential to revolutionize energy storage technologies such as batteries and supercapacitors due to their synergistic properties and innovative applications.FEATURES Explores the latest advances in hybrid nanomaterial design for energy storage applications Discusses the benefits of combining different materials at the nanoscale range, exhibiting their combined properties which significantly outperform those of individual components Defines the various types of hybrid nanomaterials, including metal oxide/carbon nanocomposites, metal‑doped composites, and biopolymer‑based materials Focuses on the real‑world implications of hybrid nanomaterials in battery electrodes, supercapacitor electrodes, and other energy storage devices Summarizes the important role of these materials in transitioning to a clean and sustainable energy environment This book serves as an important resource for both industry professionals and academic researchers and is ideal for scientists and engineers working in advanced materials for energy storage applications.
Recent Advances in Activated Carbon: Synthesis, Properties and Applications (Green Chemical Innovations and Sustainability)
by Ho Soon Min Heri Septya Kusuma Yogesh Chandra SharmaThe world’s activated carbon market volume has increased rapidly in recent years due to environmental regulations. It is being used in a variety of fields including water treatment, air purification, and food processing. This volume in the Green Chemical Innovations and Sustainability Series studies the physical, biological, and chemical modification of activated carbon to enhance the adsorption performance. Recent experimental results indicating improved adsorption capacity are presented as well as novel applications using activated carbon. The authors focus on identifying potential precursors from agricultural waste, municipal waste, and industrial waste and investigate toxic pollutants.Features Demonstrates how researchers can produce synthetic adsorbents (activated carbon) via agricultural waste, industrial waste, and household waste. Describes the actions of adsorption capacity or percentage removal with respect to factors affecting the adsorption process. Investigates activated carbon's removal efficiency of dyes, organic compounds, pharmaceutically active compounds, heavy metals, pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, antibiotics, and other toxic pollutants Discusses the search for low-cost adsorbents that can be produced by using agricultural wastes, industrial wastes, and natural materials.
Deep Learning in Engineering, Energy and Finance: Principals and Applications
by Anand Nayyar Shubham Mahajan Amit Kant Pandit Vivek S. SharmaUnlock the transformative potential of deep learning in your professional and academic endeavors with Deep Learning in Engineering, Energy and Finance: Principals and Applications. This comprehensive guide seamlessly bridges the gap between theoretical concepts and practical implementations, providing you with the knowledge and tools to revolutionize industries and drive innovation. Delve into real-world applications and cutting-edge research that showcase how deep learning is redefining engineering processes, optimizing energy systems, and reshaping financial markets.This book: Explores deep learning applications across engineering, energy, and finance, highlighting diverse use cases and industry-specific challenges. Discovers how deep learning is driving breakthroughs in predictive maintenance, energy optimization, algorithmic trading, and risk management. Illustrates all the concepts connected to Deep Learning from head and heart with real-time practical examples and case studies. Stresses on skills needed to tackle future challenges, with a focus on emerging deep learning technologies oriented towards Solar Energy, SOM’s, Stock Market, Speech Technology and Many more. Whether you're a student eager to explore the latest advancements or a seasoned R&D professional seeking to enhance your skill set, this book offers invaluable insights and practical guidance to elevate your expertise.
Spiritual Integration in Islāmic Psychotherapy: Unveiling the Therapist's Soul (Islamic Psychology and Psychotherapy)
by G. Hussein RassoolSpiritual Integration in Islāmic Psychotherapy offers readers a profound exploration of the therapist's inner world and its impact on therapeutic practice.Through introspective reflections and practical insights, readers embark on a transformative journey into the world of an Islāmic psychotherapist, going beyond technical skills and theoretical knowledge by emphasising the character, intention, and spiritual connection of the therapist with God (Alláh). The book introduces the unique role of the Islāmic psychotherapist, discussing their responsibilities, skills, and qualifications. It emphasises the importance of ethical conduct, continuous learning, and self-reflection, recognising the profound influence of the therapist's character, intentions, and spiritual connection on the healing process. It also explores integrating Islāmic principles into therapeutic practice and provides guidance on tailoring interventions to align with the religious and cultural backgrounds of Muslim clients. Real-life case studies, practical techniques and strategies and concrete suggestions for incorporating Qur’ânic verses, supplications, and spiritual practices into therapy are featured throughout.Spiritual Integration in Islāmic Psychotherapy serves as an invaluable resource for Islāmic psychotherapists, empowering them to deepen their understanding of how their religion/spirituality intersect with their clinical work to ultimately better serve their clients.
Interrogating Nation-Statehood and the Citizen in Curriculum Development: Comparative Historical Cases (Studies in Curriculum Theory Series)
by Nicole GotlingThis book dives into the histories of nation-state-building and curriculum formation to explore the ways that they intertwine, form and inform each other.This book follows the understanding that nation-states have – and still do – develop their educational institutions, curricula, and teaching materials with specific goals and with a specific idea of the ideal student and citizen they want to create in mind. In particular, it advocates that analyzing multiple, idiosyncratic cases can inform the connection between what we learn, how we learn it, and who we become as citizens and further, that this is related not to linear or global phenomena, but to particular nation-states, curricula, and time periods. This book focuses on the comparison between four cases during the time of the large, map-changing events and period of the Prussian Wars (1864–1871) to make the intertwined relationships between nation-states and their curricula, designed to create future loyal citizens, more apparent. It makes a point of reconstructing each of the nation-states' historical national-political and educational processes, and then the reconstructed trajectories are compared both in their own trajectories over time throughout the 19th century and up until World War II and in relation to other nation-states' trajectories over the same long timespan.Exploring a new pathway into research on the intersection of education, curriculum, and nationalism and providing a new, extensively researched and formed methodological framework, it will appeal to researchers, academics, and postgraduates with interests in comparative and international education, curriculum studies, the history of education, nationalism, state-building, and textbook analysis.
Surviving the Wild Wild Web: A User’s Playbook to Navigating the Internet's Trickiest Terrains
by Marton Gergely Ian Grey Heba SaleousThe information security arena is often vague and confusing for internet users, both young and old. New traps are being devised daily, and falling into them can take legal, ethical, financial, physical, and mental tolls on individuals. With increasing cases of fake news, identity theft, piracy, spying, and scams surfacing, this book explains the risks of the internet and how they can be mitigated from a personal and professional perspective.Surviving the Wild Wild Web: A User’s Playbook to Navigating the Internet’s Trickiest Terrains is a readable guide addressing the malicious behaviors within internet cultures. Written in simple and jargon-free language, the book describes ten pillars of information security risks faced by all internet users. Each pillar will be detailed as a story, starting with the roots of the problem and branching out into tangential related issues and topics. Each chapter ends by detailing ways a user can avoid falling victim to cyber threats. It uses a combination of news articles, topical current events, and previously published academic research to underpin the ideas and navigates how users interact with the World Wide Web. The book aims to create a generation of internet-literate readers who can spot the pitfalls of the internet in their personal and professional lives to surf the web safely.This guide will appeal to any individual interested in internet safety, with a potential readership extending to students and professionals in the fields of computer science, information systems, cybersecurity, business, management, human resources, psychology, medicine, education, law, and policy.
Integrity of Randomized Clinical Trials: How to prevent research misconduct and ensure transparency
by Khalid S. KhanToday, scientists are expected to be more accountable and transparent than at any other time in history. Globally, the pursuit of knowledge creation enjoys a place of distinction, and the public expects to reap considerable benefits from the innovative contributions made by researchers. It is, therefore, more important than ever that ethics, transparency, and professionalism explicitly guide research integrity.Despite the clear importance of acquiring a fundamental understanding of clinical trials in the context of health research and innovation, medical training generally fails to cover clinical trial integrity in its curriculum, including it neither at the undergraduate nor at the postgraduate levels. This new book provides a curriculum to address this gap, offering best practice guidelines to improve the quality, openness, and trustworthiness of clinical trials and filling a current void in the market.Key Features: The first book on clinical trial integrity Provides clear guidance on how to ensure probity in peer review, appraisal of trials, and investigation of complaints concerning misconduct in clinical trials Trains and supports researchers globally on how to undertake trials with integrity Ensures that the increasing demand for public documentation of all aspects throughout the lifecycle of a clinical trial can be met This book is essential reading for master and doctoral students undertaking courses in clinical trials, epidemiology, and medical statistics and an invaluable reference for medical journal editors and peer reviewers, clinicians who recruit patients into trials, pharmaceutical industry professionals, patient and public representatives who engage in clinical trials, systematic reviewers, guideline writers, and funders and regulators of clinical trials.
Optimization and Computing using Intelligent Data-Driven Approaches for Decision-Making: Optimization Applications (Intelligent Data-Driven Systems and Artificial Intelligence)
by Harish Garg Irfan Ali Umar Muhammad Modibbo Asaju La’aro BolajiThis book comprehensively discusses nature‑inspired algorithms, deep learning methods, applications of mathematical programming, and artificial intelligence techniques. It further covers important topics such as the use of machine learning and the Internet of Things and multi‑objective optimization under Fermatean hesitant fuzzy and uncertain environment.This book: Addresses solving practical problems such as supply chain management, smart manufacturing, and healthcare analytics using intelligent computing and discusses solving the fuzzy inference system in ant colony optimization for traveling salesman problem Presents an overview of artificial intelligence (AI) and explainable AI decision‑making (XAIDM) and illustrates a data‑driven optimization concept for modeling environmental and economic sustainability Discusses machine learning‑based multi‑objective optimization technique for load balancing in integrated fog‑cloud environment Explains the use of heuristics and metaheuristics in supply chain networks and the use of fuzzy optimization in sustainable development goals Discusses sustainable transit of hazardous waste, green fractional transportation system, perishable inventory, M‑estimation of functional regression operator, and intuitionistic fuzzy sets applications The text is primarily written for graduate students and academic researchers in diverse fields, including operations research, mathematics, statistics, computer science, information and communication technology, and industrial engineering.
Optimization and Computing using Intelligent Data-Driven Approaches for Decision-Making: Artificial Intelligence Applications (Intelligent Data-Driven Systems and Artificial Intelligence)
by Harish Garg Irfan Ali Umar Muhammad Modibbo Asaju La’aro BolajiThis book comprehensively discusses nature-inspired algorithms, deep learning methods, applications of mathematical programming and artificial intelligence techniques. It will further cover important topic such as linking green supply chain management practices with competitiveness, industry 4.0, and social responsibility.This book: Addresses solving practical problems such as supply chain management, take-off, and healthcare analytics using intelligent computing Presents a comparative analysis of machine learning algorithms for power consumption prediction Discusses a machine learning-based multi-objective optimization technique for load balancing in an integrated fog cloud environment Illustrates a data-driven optimization concept for modeling environmental and economic sustainability Explains the use of heuristics and metaheuristics in supply chain networks and the use of fuzzy optimization in sustainable development goals The text is primarily written for graduate students, and academic researchers in diverse fields including electrical engineering, electronics and communications engineering, mathematics and statistics, computer science and engineering.
Collaborative Cross-Cultural Narrative Inquiry: Embracing Curiosity, Cultural Humility, and the Imagination
by Cathy RaymondCollaborative Cross-Cultural Narrative Inquiry invites readers to participate in the experience of engaging in and reflecting on the author’s collaborative cross-cultural narrative research online with Parvana, an Afghan woman living in Afghanistan until August 2021.Storied reflections along with excerpts from interviews, storied data, doctoral assignments, peer feedback, analytic memos, and more illustrate how ethical practice, vulnerability, and care informed the collaborative exploration of Parvana’s life story and her daily multiple literacy practices for navigating Afghan society as an Afghan woman. Each chapter of this book offers reflections on individual elements of our cross-cultural narrative research to give readers an evocative account of our collaborative journey; at the end of each chapter, reflective prompts invite readers to engage in focused practice and explorations as they develop their own meaningful and mindful narrative studies. With its emphasis on research and relationship ethics, self-reflective practice, cultural humility, and creative approaches to analysis and representation, the cross-cultural narrative study at the heart of this textbook also offers readers insights into developing mindful and meaningful cross-cultural narrative research rooted in curiosity, humility, and the imagination.This textbook is suitable for qualitative researchers, professors, students, and others from a wide variety of fields who are interested in teaching, researching, or learning more about designing and engaging in narrative research.
Government and Economic Growth in the 21st Century: A Classical Liberal Response (Routledge Frontiers of Political Economy)
by Juan E. CastañedaThis book offers an alternative view of the economy – and indeed, society – that does not rely on an ever-expanding government to address the problems which individuals typically face during their lives.The book is a Classical Liberal response to the way leading economies have been (mis)managed in the last three decades and the principles and models that have guided such policies, particularly since the outbreak of the Global Financial Crisis in 2007–09, which has resulted in enlarged government deficits and public debt, as well as more intrusive government regulation and virtually no economic growth. The book does not only criticise the current dominant view which favours ever-growing governments but also puts forward an alternative set of policies and institutions compatible with long-term growth in a free(er) economy. The book is structured around three major themes: (1) what classical liberalism is (or should be) and why it still matters, (2) how state-sponsored capitalism hinders the well-functioning of the market economy as well as being a bad recipe for economic growth and individual freedom, and (3) which are the essential Classical Liberal institutions necessary for a free market economy to flourish.This volume will be accessible not only to specialists in the subject but also to a well-informed audience interested in current economic issues, the role of government in the economy, and how history, traditions, the political system, and economics shape the institutions that help us to explain how markets function and their outcomes.
Literary Atlas: Plotting a New Literary Geography (Routledge Research in Culture, Space and Identity)
by Jon AndersonThis book documents a new approach to literary geographies based around the Literary Atlas of Wales. It introduces an innovative "plotted" approach which empowers reading, creates connections to localities, histories, and communities, and inspires interest in literature and geography.It showcases how literary geographies can be mobilized through the plotted approach to reading. Through documenting the Literary Atlas of Wales project, this book outlines how the plotted approach was used to engage with English-language novels set in Wales. It argues that the future of this interdisciplinary subject area should be premised upon nurturing instability, turbulence, and experimentation in order to produce new insights which can change the way we understand the relations not only between literature and place but also between other modern categories, including academic disciplines.This book will be of interest to all readers of literature, human geography, mapping, heritage studies, and tourism. It will be beneficial to those interested in the domains of cartography, creative humanities, cultural sociology, human geography, literary studies, and print cultures.
Teaching Reading and Literature with Classroom Talk: Dialogical Approaches and Practical Strategies in the Secondary ELA Classroom
by Dawan CoombsThis book presents a framework for conceptualizing and enacting dialogic approaches to teaching literature and reading in your classroom. Dialogical approaches have often been used in secondary classrooms for teaching writing by incorporating students’ lives and experiences into the English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum. But what might it look like to create reading moments that bring texts to life by allowing students to use their own identities and experiences as the foundation for their interpretation? The most current research in reading, motivation, culturally responsive teaching, and even neuroscience points to the power of dialogical approaches to not only engage students in reading texts, but—when used consistently and repeatedly—help increase students’ reading growth and achievement. Dialogical approaches can be particularly helpful for struggling readers, English language learners (ELLs), and neurodivergent students. This book explores dialogical approaches to teaching reading and literature in secondary ELA classrooms with descriptions of hands-on activities, models of dialogical strategies, and real-time examples from ELA and reading classes. Each chapter includes motivating, accessible, and research-based methods and tools that help students connect content to their lives and explore a diversity of perspectives. With resources such as assignment sheets and rubrics, this is an essential book for middle and high school ELA teachers, reading coaches and interventionists, teachers working with ELLs, and pre-service teachers who are looking to better understand and utilize dialogical approaches to support their students in transforming their reader identities.
Green Nanobiotechnology (Nanotechnology Advances and Applications)
by Atul Thakur Preeti Thakur Deepa Suhag Khurana, S. M. PaulThis book provides a comprehensive exploration of green nanotechnology covering principles, applications, and ethical considerations.Green Nanobiotechnology begins with an introductory exploration of nanotechnology, followed by in-depth discussions on the synthesis of ozone-friendly nanomaterials and the emerging practice of green synthesis. It delves into the diverse applications of green nanoparticles, spanning biomedical applications, tissue engineering, biosensors, antimicrobials, and vaccine development. It explores applications of nanotechnology in environmental sciences including bioremediation, microengineered ceramics for environmental protection, and the modification of advanced nano-polymer composites. The environmental fate and ecotoxicological implications of nanomaterials are thoroughly examined, followed by discussions on the energy-saving potential and sustainable fuel development in the realm of green nanotechnology. The book concludes with a focus on responsible and ethical considerations, addressing the legal, socio-economic, and ethical impacts of nanotechnology, making it an important resource for researchers, academics, and professionals in nanobiotechnology and biomedical sciences.
Spatial Intelligence for a Greener Planet: AI Applications in Environmental Pollution Mapping, Analysis and Mitigation
by Pradeep K. Garg Kuldeep Chaurasia P. V. Arun Yingwei YanWith rapid advancements in AI, this book reveals how AI can be a powerful tool in reducing pollution and fostering sustainability. It highlights the integration of geospatial techniques with AI for enhancing capabilities in mapping, analysis, and mitigation of environmental pollution. Starting with foundational concepts in AI, geospatial technology, and pollution, the book addresses air, water, soil and thermal pollution, emphasizing their harmful impacts. Through real-world case studies and advanced research, it showcases AI and geospatial technology's revolutionary role in pollution mitigation, exploring AI-driven sensors, satellite imagery, and associated networks for precise and efficient pollution monitoring and management.