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Leading from the Emerging Future: From Ego-System to Eco-System Economies
by Otto Scharmer Katrin KauferOur Time Is Now We have entered an age of disruption. Financial collapse, climate change, resource depletion, and a growing gap between rich and poor are but a few of the signs. Otto Scharmer and Katrin Kaufer ask, why do we collectively create results nobody wants? Meeting the challenges of this century requires updating our economic logic and operating system from an obsolete “ego-system” focused entirely on the well-being of oneself to an eco-system awareness that emphasizes the well-being of the whole. Filled with real-world examples, this thought-provoking guide presents proven practices for building a new economy that is more resilient, intentional, inclusive, and aware. “A watershed! An inspiring, practical weaving of the inner and outer dimensions of the systemic changes so many around the world are now working toward.” —Peter Senge, Senior Lecturer, MIT Sloan School of Management; Founding Chair, Society for Organizational Learning; and author of The Fifth Discipline “Scharmer and Kaufer have succeeded in writing the book that has the potential to transform civilization from one based on a rapacious, ego-driven economics to a viable, ecological, awareness-based model. This is a must-read for anyone who cares. It may well be the single most important book you ever read.” —Arthur Zajonc, President, Mind and Life Institute, and author of Meditation as Contemplative Inquiry “Scharmer and Kaufer provide a creative and practical approach to shifting our economies. I see business as a movement, and this book shares that movement with the world, offering us inspiration to tap into the deeper levels of our humanity and urging us to transform the crises of our times.” —Eileen Fisher, founder, Eileen Fisher, Inc. “The shift to an eco-system economy is emerging everywhere around us. Otto’s and Katrin’s clarity in identifying that this shift requires change-makers to expand our thinking from the head to the heart has helped me to be more intentional in designing processes to awaken the hearts of entrepreneurs everywhere. This is a necessary condition for the emergence of the new economy.” —Michelle Long, Executive Director, Business Alliance for Local Living Economies “The purpose of business is to enhance the well-being of society. The 4.0 framework for transforming capitalism matters because it addresses a blind spot in our current discourse: how to create institutional innovations that could shift our economy from ego- to eco-system awareness at the scale of the whole.” —Guilherme Peirão Leal, founder and Cochairman, Natura Cosméticos
Stepping Up, Second Edition: How Taking Responsibility Changes Everything
by John B. Izzo , Ph.D."The perfect book for the times in which we live . . . page after page of engaging stories, profound insights, and practical tips on how you can stand up and take responsibility for making something meaningful happen." —Jim Kouzes, coauthor of the bestselling The Leadership Challenge All too often, the challenges we face seem overwhelming. Where do we start? What if we fail? But bestselling author John Izzo argues that almost every problem, from personal difficulties and business challenges to social issues, can be solved if all of us look to ourselves to create change rather than looking to others. And with the research to prove it, Izzo shows that by seeing ourselves as the locus of control rather than the victims of change, we are happier, less stressed, and more powerful.Izzo shows how taking responsibility changes our careers, our companies, our lives, and our communities. This book is filled with stories that illustrate the incredible power of stepping up: a homeless man who started a recycling revolution, a middle-aged Italian shopkeeper who fought back against the Mafia, two teenagers who ignited an antibullying movement, an executive who turned a dying division into a profit center, and a few employees who created a multibillion dollar product for Starbucks, and many more. This second edition includes a new chapter on the Stepping Up Continuum, a model that looks at six ways to know if you are stepping up or stepping back, as well as fresh stories and a self-assessment tool for helping leaders create a culture for stepping up in their organizations. We have the power within ourselves to move mountains—we just have to decide that we are the ones to do it.
Steam Train, Dream Train 1-2-3 (Steam Train, Dream Train)
by Sherri Duskey RinkerCuddle up with the beloved animal friends from the bestselling Steam Train, Dream Train and count on lots of fun! Little train enthusiasts will love counting from one to ten along with the dreamy train cars!
Neuropsychology in the Age of Digital Health: Exploration, Application, and Practical Implementation
by Shifali Singh Sara L. WeisenbachA groundbreaking and accurate guide to the latest digital technology relevant to neuropsychology clinicians, researchers, and trainees Neuropsychology in the Age of Digital Health: Exploration, Application, and Practical Implementation, delivers a practical, up-to-date guide to the implementation of digital health tools in clinical and training settings. This includes authoritative and accurate discussions of the incorporation of digital screening tools and comprehensive assessment methods into neuropsychology practice environments, while also discussing the use of digital cognitive health tools in disease management and how those tools can be used as part of stepped-care models and population health management. Readers will find: Practical advice for integrating new digital tech into clinical and educational settings, with original data gleaned from a survey of current clinical neuropsychology trainees Effective strategies for addressing the most pertinent ethical challenges that arise from the use of digital technology in this field Examinations of exploratory tools that are useful in research settings and that have potential applications in clinical work Neuropsychology in the Age of Digital Health is an essential resource for undergraduate and graduate students with an interest in clinical and research neuropsychology, practicing clinical and research neuropsychologists, and students of graduate-level cognitive assessment courses.
TNM Klassifikation maligner Tumoren
by Christian WittekindDie TNM-Klassifikation ist das weltweit am häufigsten verwendete System für die Beschreibung der anatomischen Ausbreitung maligner Tumoren mit Unterscheidung eines klinischen und eines pathologischen Teils. Die Klassifikation wird in Zusammenarbeit mit der Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) herausgegeben und umfasst im Wesentlichen alle anatomischen Regionen gemäß den WHO-Richtlinien (WHO-Richtlinien zur Klassifikation der Krankheiten für die Onkologie (ICD-O)). Die Beschreibung jeder Region umfasst die klinischen sowie die pathologischen Kriterien für die Bestimmung der T-, N- und M-Kategorien, die Abgrenzung der anatomischen Bezirke bzw. Unterbezirke, eine Definition der regionären Lymphknoten, das histopathologische Grading sowie eine Stadiengruppierung. Die 9. Auflage dokumentiert lückenlos die aktuellen Definitionen der TNM-Tumorklassifikation. Basierend auf neuen Daten zur Prognose und neuen Methoden zur Bestimmung des Tumorgrads wurden einige Tumorentitäten und anatomische Lokalisationen neu eingeführt, bei anderen wurden Modifikationen vorgenommen. Erstmals werden nun auch Tumoren des Gehirns, des Rückenmarks, der Nebenschilddrüsen sowie des Nebennierenmarks klassifiziert.
Applied Time Series Analysis for the Social Sciences: Specification, Estimation, and Inference (Wiley Series in Probability and Statistics)
by Regina M. BakerEXPLORE THIS INDISPENSABLE AND COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO TIME SERIES ANALYSIS FOR STUDENTS AND PRACTITIONERS IN A WIDE VARIETY OF DISCIPLINES Applied Time Series Analysis for the Social Sciences: Specification, Estimation, and Inference delivers an accessible guide to time series analysis that includes both theory and practice. The coverage spans developments from ARIMA intervention models and generalized least squares to the London School of Economics (LSE) approach and vector autoregression. Designed to break difficult concepts into manageable pieces while offering plenty of examples and exercises, the author demonstrates the use of lag operator algebra throughout to provide a better understanding of dynamic specification and the connections between model specifications that appear to be more different than they are. The book is ideal for those with minimal mathematical experience, intended to follow a course in multiple regression, and includes exercises designed to build general skills such as mathematical expectation calculations to derive means and variances. Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of: A focus on social science applications and a mix of theory and detailed examples provided throughout An accompanying website with data sets and examples in Stata, SAS and R A simplified unit root testing strategy based on recent developments An examination of various uses and interpretations of lagged dependent variables and the common pitfalls students and researchers face in this area An introduction to LSE methodology such as the COMFAC critique, general-to-specific modeling, and the use of forecasting to evaluate and test models Perfect for students and professional researchers in the political sciences, public policy, sociology, and economics, Applied Time Series Analysis for the Social Sciences: Specification, Estimation, and Inference will also earn a place in the libraries of post graduate students and researchers in public health, public administration and policy, and education.
Taxes for Humans: Simplify Your Taxes and Change the World When You're Self-Employed
by Hannah ColeEasy-to-understand guide to taxes for artists, freelancers, and all self-employed individuals Equal parts empathetic and practical, Taxes for Humans is a handbook for tackling the tax-season-scaries, written specifically for people who are self-employed. Provides essential tax education for those pushed to the back of the financial line in America, including women, queer people, and BIPOC folks, this book provides the practical tools people need to understand their taxes, conquer their fear of finances, bulk up on tax benefits, and end the tax season stronger, smarter, and more tax-savvy than ever—without sacrificing their sanity. With accessibility in mind, this book is structured into an easy–to-follow framework: The Mindset: Address limiting beliefs and make the case for tax empowerment The Education: Start from the ground-level, without shame or jargon, and lay a foundation of tax knowledge The Organization: Build the systems that will get you organized and keep you organized The Level-up: Take up space by using next-level skills like planning and tax-smart accounts to grow your wealth (and power) The Fix: Mend a broken tax situation (audits, disappearing spouses, back-taxes, and escaping the tax-debt spiral) The Bigger Picture: Connect your personal wellbeing with the wellbeing of the communities you love Taxes for Humans is an essential read for all freelancers, creatives, and self-employed people seeking to understand, take control of, and reduce stress surrounding their tax.
Machine Learning for Plant Biology
by Jen-Tsung ChenA comprehensive and current summary of machine learning-based strategies for constructing digital plant biology Machine Learning for Plant Biology provides a comprehensive summary of the latest developments in machine learning (ML) technologies, emphasizing their role in analyzing complex biological networks of plants and in modeling the responses of major crops to biotic and abiotic stresses. The combinatorial strategies discussed in this book enable readers to further their understanding of plant biology, stress physiology, and protection. Machine Learning for Plant Biology includes information on: Intelligent breeding for stress-resistant and high-yield crops, contributing to sustainable agriculture, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the Paris Agreement Interactions between plants, pathogens, and environmental stresses through omics approaches, functional genomics, genome editing, and high-throughput technologies State-of-the-art AI tools, including machine and deep learning models, as well as generative AI Applications include species identification, systems biology, functional genomics, genomic selection, phenotyping, synthetic biology, spatial omics, plant disease diagnosis and protection, and plant secondary metabolism Machine Learning for Plant Biology is an essential reference on the subject for scientists, plant biologists, crop breeders, and students interested in the development of sustainable agriculture in the face of a changing global climate.
Polymer Science, Engineering, and Sustainability, 2 Volume Set
by Eduardo Vivaldo-Lima Enrique Saldívar‐GuerraAn expert discussion of the basic science and production chain in the polymer industry In this 2-volume set of Polymer Science, Engineering, and Sustainability: From Fundamentals to Applications in Synthesis, Characterization, and Processing, a team of distinguished researchers delivers a comprehensive discussion of polymer chemistry and industrial production. The first volume covers polymer chemistry and engineering, as well as industrial polymer production. The second volume stresses physico-chemical, mechanical and advanced characterization techniques, polymer processing principles and transformation processes, advanced applications, and sustainability and recycling principles and processes. Each volume features useful case studies, as well as sections focused on sustainability that covers renewable and biobased polymers and polymer recycling. They also emphasize sustainable practices guided by twelve principles of green chemistry. Readers will also find: A thorough introduction to polymer chemistry and industrial polymer production Comprehensive explorations of physico-chemical characterization techniques Practical discussions of mechanical and advanced characterization techniques and polymer processing principles and transformation processes Complete treatments of sustainability and recycling principles and processes Perfect for polymer scientists and engineers in industry, Polymer Science, Engineering, and Sustainability, 2 Volume Set will also benefit chemical engineers, materials scientists, and postgraduate students in polymer engineering or production programs.
Lifestyle Business Playbook: How to Have Fun, Freedom and Fulfilment With Your Own Business
by Daniel Priestley‘Daniel Priestley is one of our most popular guests to talk about entrepreneurship on Diary of a CEO. He offers clear, practical guidance for adopting an entrepreneurial mindset and starting and growing business. In Lifestyle Business Playbook, he explains how to understand the big trends and then lays out bold, clear steps to building a business that serves your life, not the other way around. This isn’t theory - it’s a distillation of real entrepreneurial wins, losses, and wisdom. If you want a business that gives you freedom, purpose, and profit, this is the book you’ve been waiting for.’ Steven Bartlett, Entrepreneur, Investor & Host of The Diary of a CEO Podcast Unlock the secrets to crafting a thriving business that enriches your life In Lifestyle Business Playbook: How to Have Fun, Freedom and Fulfilment With Your Own Business, award-winning entrepreneur Daniel Priestley delivers a compelling guide that takes you on a journey to redefine success on your own terms. This isn't just a book; it's your roadmap to creating a business structure that emphasizes fun, freedom, and flexibility. Daniel Priestley dives deep into the essentials: from assembling a dynamic team to choosing the right technology, from developing impactful products to identifying lucrative markets. This book is your compass through the crucial phases of business development, helping you set and achieve clear objectives to keep your venture aligned with your lifestyle aspirations. You’ll learn how to: Recognize opportunities for lifestyle businesses, learning from real-world examples of successful lifestyle entrepreneurs Strategize effectively to achieve niche market domination by executing skilful marketing campaigns that resonate with your audiences Overcome the most common fears associated with taking unconventional career paths Daniel Priestley doesn't just share strategies; he prepares you for a transformation. Lifestyle Business Playbook is a catalyst for change, inspiring you to build a booming business that not only meets financial goals but also supports a life filled with joy and purpose. Make Lifestyle Business Playbook a cornerstone of your personal and professional development library. Start your journey toward a lifestyle business that brings you the ultimate blend of prosperity, passion, and peace and embark on your adventure to build a business that’s as fulfilling as it is profitable.Whether you're an entrepreneur, marketer, team leader, or founder, this book is tailored for those who dare to dream of a work-life synergy. Business students and aspiring business owners will also find invaluable insights into turning visions into reality.
Taxes for Humans Workbook
by Hannah ColeA practical and caring workbook to help you simplify your taxes as a self-employed person, including mindset-shifting exercises, practical checklists, and simple systems to get your US taxes feeling simpler. In the Taxes for Humans Workbook, seasoned self-employed artist and tax educator Hannah Cole delivers a hands-on workbook for freelancers, solopreneurs, creatives, and students navigating the American tax system. This Workbook supplements Cole’s Taxes for Humans book with mindset exercises, checklists, helpful illustrations, and other practical tools you can use immediately to get your taxes done with confidence and simplify them moving forward. The resources in this book will help you get financially comfortable, smarter, and more organized. You’ll learn simple systems to improve your tax records and bookkeeping, and IRS-proof your taxes as a self-employed (Schedule C) person. You’ll also find: Bookkeeping and organization tools you can apply right away to make sense of your finances Illustrations that make taxes understandable for visual learners Mindset prompts that help you with the emotional side of doing your taxes, and leading you to stress-free, easy management of your small business/freelance dollars. Perfect for freelancers, artists, and other self-employed people, Taxes for Humans Workbook offers the tools and resources you need to successfully navigate your taxes with calm, confidence and self-compassion
Lemon Meringue Pie Murder (A Hannah Swensen Mystery #4)
by Joanne FlukeThe residents of Lake Eden, Minnesota, are planning to paint the town red, white, and blue to celebrate the Fourth of July—but the fireworks are already going off at Hannah Swensen’s bake shop, The Cookie Jar. . .Lemon Meringue Pie MurderHannah Swensen thought she’d finally discovered the recipe for a perfect life. But her sometime beau Norman Rhodes tosses a surprise ingredient into the mix when he phones to tell her he’s just bought a house from local drugstore clerk Rhonda Scharf—which he plans to tear down in order to build the dream home he and Hannah designed. It seems the plan has been cooking for quite some time, and Hannah’s shocked. Especially since her ring finger is still very much bare. . .The good news is that the soon-to-be-torn-down house is full of antiques—and Norman has given Hannah and her mother first dibs. They uncover some gorgeous old furniture, a patchwork quilt . . . and Rhonda Scharf’s dead body. A little more sleuthing turns up the half-eaten remains of a very special dinner for two—and one of The Cookie Jar’s famous lemon meringue pies. Now it’s up to Hannah to turn up the heat—and get busy tracking down clues. Starting in her very own kitchen. Includes nine original cookie and dessert recipes for you to try! “Tasty . . . Hannah is irresistible as a cookie fresh from the oven.”—Publishers Weekly
Miramar Bay: Miramar Bay Trilogy (Miramar Bay #1)
by Davis BunnA novel of letting go and starting over from the internationally bestselling author.&“I love this story. This is truly the breakout book for Davis Bunn.&”—Debbie Macomber, #1 New York Times bestselling author When Connor Larkin boards a late-night bus in downtown L.A., he&’s not sure where he&’s going or what he&’s looking for. Putting his acting career—and his fiancée—on hold, he&’s searching for a part of himself he lost on the road to success. Now, with his wedding day approaching, Connor finds himself stepping into the sleepy seaside town of Miramar Bay—where one remarkable woman inspires him to rethink all of his choices . . . Unlike the pretentious starlets back in Hollywood, Sylvie Cassick has had to work hard for everything she has. When Connor hears familiar music drifting out of her restaurant, he can&’t escape a feeling of finally coming home. Sylvie isn&’t sure what to think when this impossibly handsome stranger applies for a waiter&’s job. Yet once he serenades her customers—and slowly works his way into her heart—she realizes there&’s more to him than he&’s letting on. But as the world outside Miramar begins to threaten their fragile bond, Connor will have to risk losing everything to gain the life he longs for—and become the man Sylvie deserves. &“A true delight. Davis Bunn has penned a classic . . . not to be missed.&”—Rachel Hauck, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author &“A deeply satisfying read and a beautifully crafted portrait of small-town life.&”—Booklist &“Bunn has excelled in creating a deeply emotional read that will resonate with readers.&”—Publishers Weekly
How to Have a Killer Time in DC (Oliver Popp’s Travel Guides to Murder)
by Sam LumleyA young, gay, autistic travel writer takes a head-spinning detour when murder and romance unbalance his well-planned life and career in this fun, quirky debut mystery . . . For twenty-four-year-old Oliver Popp, autism is just another fact of life. As long as Oliver sticks to a comfortable itinerary planned well in advance, he gets by just fine as a staff writer for Offbeat Traveler magazine. But a curveball drops into Oliver&’s budding career when his first feature assignment takes him to Washington, DC, to chronicle the latest tourism trends. His freelance project photographer is Ricky Warner, a gregarious and impulsively adorable shot of adrenaline. If the flirty gay photographer isn&’t enough to unbalance shy Oliver at the get-go, there&’s also an unsettling chance encounter with old acquaintance, Elise Perkins, and a congressional hearing that&’s shaking up both the capitol and an entrepreneurial billionaire. The unexpected distractions soon collide—quite literally—when Elise is struck dead by a speeding car. Funny how she didn&’t move and didn&’t scream. She just stared it down like she knew it was coming. Forget the National Mall and Mt. Vernon Square. Oliver and Ricky are game for something much more interesting: solving a mystery and a murder. With their focus shifted and a deadline coming, they only have a few days to solve the crime. For Oliver, it&’s a weeks of firsts: first crush, first time without a schedule, first time playing amateur sleuth, and first time getting wrestled out of his comfort zone. But with a loosey-goosey new partner like Ricky, that might not be such a bad thing at all.
Firefly Cove (Miramar Bay #2)
by Davis BunnA dying man hopes for a second chance with the woman he loves in this novel for fans of Nicholas Sparks. Since the age of seven, Lucius Quarterfield has known he is dying. Doctors told him he had a &“bad ticker&” and might not live to see his next birthday. But somehow, the frail yet determined boy managed to hang on and surprise everyone. Lucius not only survived to adulthood, he thrived, turning a small car dealership into a successful chain. But now, at twenty-eight, his time is finally running out. So he&’s returning to the one place he ever felt happy, near the only woman he ever truly wanted—the California seaside town of Miramar Bay… Jessica was the only daughter of the only dentist in town. She was able to follow in her father&’s footsteps, as he desired. But Jessica preferred the simple things in life—a trait that captivated Lucius from the moment he arrived in town. Her quick wit and carefree approach to life were a breath of fresh air to a man who devoted all his time to work. Soon they were falling head over heels—until Lucius pulled away, to spare her the pain of his inevitable fate. Now, after all this time, he&’s going to make each moment count. Because he knows that everything is about to change…he just can&’t know exactly how.&“In Bunn&’s emotional novel, readers will be…swept away by Lucius&’s and Jessica&’s love story.&”—Publishers Weekly&“Fans of Kate Morton and Liane Moriarty will enjoy how this warm and well-crafted novel explores the limits of human understanding, acceptance, and imagination.&”—Booklist
Fudge Cupcake Murder (A Hannah Swensen Mystery #5)
by Joanne FlukeBakery owner Hannah Swensen just can’t keep her hands out of the batter when murder stirs things up in Lake Eden, Minnesota, leaving the sheriff dead, a deputy accused, and a killer on the loose . . . For Hannah, life seems to be lacking a certain flavor lately. Maybe it’s the local sheriff’s election that’s got her down. For years, Sheriff Grant’s been the iron hand in town. But now, Hannah’s brother-in-law, Bill, is giving the old blowhard the fight of his long, dubious career—and Grant’s not taking it well, especially once the polls show Bill pulling ahead. But before anyone can taste victory, Hannah makes a very unappetizing discovery: Sheriff Grant’s body in the dumpster behind the high school where she’s teaching her cooking class. Worse, the poor man still has fudge frosting on his shirt from one of her cupcakes. The number one—and only—suspect is Bill, but Hannah’s not swallowing it. Plenty of people had reason to hate Sheriff Grant. Soon, Hannah’s dishing up scandalous secrets, steaming hot betrayals, and enough intrigue to keep the gossip mill at The Cookie Jar going through several pots of decaf. And the closer Hannah gets to the truth, the closer she gets to smoking out a murderer with a very nasty recipe for silencing people . . . INCLUDES TEN ORIGINAL DESSERT RECIPES FOR YOU TO TRY! “For fans of culinary mysteries.”—Library Journal “Scrumptious.”—Publishers Weekly
The People of God’s Presence: An Introduction to Ecclesiology
by Terry L. CrossA leading Pentecostal theologian offers an introduction to ecclesiology that demonstrates how Pentecostals can contribute to and learn from the church catholic.
Behind the Scenes of the New Testament: Cultural, Social, and Historical Contexts
by Bruce W. Longenecker;Elizabeth E. Shively;and T. J. Lang;eds.A team of world-class scholars covers the full range of New Testament backgrounds studies in a concise, authoritative, and comprehensive manner.
Advanced Strategic Planning: A 21st-Century Model for Church and Ministry Leaders
by Aubrey MalphursIn this expanded edition, trusted church leadership consultant provides practical advice for churches to articulate their vision, implement their mission, and align their identity and direction.
A Jewish Paul: The Messiah's Herald to the Gentiles
by Matthew ThiessenA highly respected New Testament scholar offers an accessible introduction to Paul that situates him clearly within first-century Judaism.
Women and Leadership in Distance Education in Canada
by Cindy Ives Pamela Walsh Rebecca E. HeiserThe impact of distance education on higher learning is undeniable, and women have played a significant role in shaping the evolution of this field. However, their leadership contributions have remained largely unacknowledged and undervalued. Women and Leadership in Distance Education in Canada addresses this critical gap by amplifying the voices of Canadian women who have fostered inclusive, relational, and complexity-based leadership approaches that prioritize student needs, accessibility, and social justice. With contributions from instructional designers, faculty members, and senior administrators, this timely and candid collection offers practical strategies for encouraging resilience and mentorship as well as valuable insights on program design, collaborative organizational development, and lived experiences of leadership. Through reflections on systemic barriers and creative solutions, these women leaders highlight the importance of diverse perspectives and provide valuable lessons for educational leaders worldwide.
Critical Conversations in Canadian Public Law
by Anne Levesque Jena McGill Karen Drake Kyle Kirkup Joshua Sealy-HarringtonCritical Conversations in Canadian Public Law is a groundbreaking open-access collection of peer-reviewed essays showcasing interdisciplinary thinking on topical public law issues at the forefront of the evolving relationship between state and society.In Canada, this relationship is undergoing a period of significant reinvention, as evidenced, for example, by the movements for reconciliation, decolonization and Indigenization, the calls to recognize and remedy systemic racism in institutions including police forces, and the recent extension of human rights protections to prohibit discrimination based on gender identity or expression.These examples reveal that we are experiencing a moment where claims that challenge the normative foundations of the discipline of public law are being made in real time; claims about citizenship, rights, and access to resources and benefits; claims about what substantive and procedural fairness look like, and for whom; claims about the obligations and limits of the state to proactively address both historical and current injustices; and challenges to the underlying assumptions about the state itself.Critical Conversations in Canadian Public Law highlights the intersections of critical perspectives–including intersectional approaches to decolonial and Indigenous legal theory, Indigenous constitutionalisms, critical race theory, feminisms, queer theory and critical disability theory–and public law topics, broadly defined. This collection bridges the divide between traditional, largely liberal, public law scholarship and critical perspectives by centring critical theories as not only relevant, but imperative, to robust, fully contextualized understandings of contemporary public law challenges.
Surface Structure Modification and Hardening of Al-Si Alloys
by Denis A. Romanov Stanislav. V. Moskovskii Viktor E. GromovSurface Structure Modification and Hardening of Al-SI Alloys explores the hardening of material surfaces using concentrated energy flows resulting in the nanostructuring of surface layers. The authors demonstrate how these methods achieve a reduction in plastic deformation of the surface and a more uniform distribution of elastic stresses near the surface during operational use, significantly reducing part failure. It presents results from research and scientific and technological enterprises involved with the modification of light alloy surfaces for use in the automobile and aerospace industries.Additional key features include: Addresses theoretical and experimental research computer simulations of structural phase transformations at the nanolevel to create new materials Details and compares electroexplosion alloying, electron beam processing and electron-plasma alloying of an Al-Si Alloy Explains multiphase plasma jet treatment to obtain high-quality coatings with good and high functional properties This reference is a valuable resource for specialists in the field of physical material science, condensed state physics, metal science and thermal treatment and will be of interest to undergraduate and post-graduate students in these fields.
Essential Guide to Toolbox Talks: Banishing Boredom and Re-Thinking the Routine
by Scott MoffatA Toolbox Talk (TBT) is a pre- job task made to ensure all parties involved in a task have full understanding of what they should do. TBTs are not easy; however, the author hopes this book will provide the right guidance to make TBTs less daunting, and easier to use. They are not a tick- the- box exercise; therefore, please do not treat them as such. This book challenges this perception and puts forth a case to consider TBTs essential to delivering safe working environments, thereby providing a complete understanding of the task. Essential Guide to Toolbox Talks focuses on improving three Non- Technical Skills (NTS) related to TBTs: Communication, Situation Awareness and Stress Management. With communication the book looks at the impact of inappropriate questions, allowing time for questions/ feedback, use of familiarities and knowing the answer and the errors that can occur. For situation awareness, the author conveys that effective communication enhances the environment in which people work, checking that the group understands the tasks; further coverage of what to do when things go wrong underpins this. Finally, it covers stress management and how important it is to confirm people know what to look for during a TBT and what to do if they believe a team member is under stress. With the onus on these three vital NTS, the reader will be able to deliver focused and much- improved TBTs that guarantee safe and effective performances in the workplace. This neat and punchy book will change that tick- the- box perspective of the TBT. It will appeal to both practitioners in Human Factors and anyone at the front line in high- risk industries where TBTs are a requirement, especially those in oil and gas, nuclear, construction, logistics, transport and aviation who will be certain to consider it an essential guide.
Winning the Talent War through Neurodivergence: A Guide for the Neurotypical
by William J. Rothwell Jonathan D. ZionRecruiting talent from among the disabled population poses unique challenges, which often are not adequately addressed by potential employers. Although job seekers presently enjoy an advantage due to global talent shortages, that situation may not continue. Right now, employers are hard pressed to find anyone to fill positions. At this writing, there are two job openings available for every one job applicant to fill it. In that environment, it makes sense for employers to explore alternative ways to get work done and alternative labor groups to do that work. In Winning the Talent War through Neurodivergence: A Guide for the Neurotypical, William J. Rothwell and Jonathan D. Zion show how employers can overcome talent shortages by tapping into the often-overlooked pool of talent comprising people with disabilities (PWDs).Few books examine the human resources processes relating to people with disabilities, and this one provides a range of new insights.This is a book for anyone involved in developing HR strategies or with responsibility for how human resources are utilized in general, who are interested in improving the methods used to recruit and retain people with disabilities.