Focusing on the challenges of achieving good practice Understanding Social Work reflects recent developments in social work within the context of contemporary society law & policy This popular text continues to offer an excellent foundation for readers for anyone wanting a better understanding of the social work role ...

While this text would naturally suit Political Science & International Relations students Mc Cormick realises that the EU is both a global political actor & the wealthiest marketplace in the world which means the EU must be studied from multiple disciplinary persepctives ...

Understanding the Montessori Approach is a much-needed source of information for those wishing to extend & consolidate their understanding of the Montessori Approach & how it is used in the teaching & learning of young children The book will enable the reader to analyse the essential elements of this Approach to early childhood & and its relationship to quality early years practice This second edition has been fully updated to reflect changes in the Early Years Foundation Stage &

Includes:: a fresh examination of the relationship between technology & the Montessori approach as well as a brand new chapter Learning in Montessori Settings Exploring all areas of the curriculum including the organisation of Montessori schools the environment learning & teaching & the outcomes for children this bookexamines the historical context of the Montessori approach & its relevance to modern-day education;explores Montessori's views of child development & the role of the learning environment in a child's educational development;details the organisation of Montessori schools worldwide & the structure of a typical day in a Montessori setting;highlights the principles of Montessori pedagogy including the tools & strategies employed by its practitioners;considers how & what children learn in a Montessori setting & the links with EYFS 2017;
Includes: new benefits & challenges of the Montessori approach to children's lives Understanding the Montessori Approach provides an accessible overview of this major pedagogical influence on early years practice supported by case studies examples summaries & reflective practice questions This new edition not only highlights the core ideas that practitioners should consider when reviewing & reflecting on their own practice but accomodates revisions to educational curriculum & policy in order to serve as an invaluable resource for students & practitioners alike


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The tenets of Islam cannot be grasped without a proper understanding of the Qur'an In this important new introduction Muhammad Haleem examines its recurrent themes
- life & eternity marriage & divorce peace & war water & nourishment
- & for the first time sets these in the context of the Qur'an's linguistic style Professor Haleem examines the background to the development of the surahs (chapters) & the ayahs (verses) & the construction of the Qur'an itself He shows that popular conceptions of Islamic attitudes to women marriage & divorce war & society differ radically from the true teachings of the Qur'an

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Understanding the Sexual Betrayal of Boys & Men The Trauma of Sexual Abuse is an indispensable go-to book for understanding male sexual victimization It has become increasingly clear since the 1980s that men & boys like women & girls are sexually abused & assaulted in alarming numbers Yet there have been few resources available to victims their loved ones or those trying to help them Richard B Gartner was in the vanguard of clinicians treating male sexual victimization & has written extensively about it initially in professional papers then in his landmark 1999 book for clinicians Betrayed as Boys Psychodynamic Treatment of Sexually Abused Men continuing with his 2005 work Beyond Betrayal Taking Charge of Your Life after Boyhood Sexual Abuse He has been a tireless teacher clinician & advocate for male victims of sexual abuse in the classroom the lecture hall & of course the consulting room as well as in newspaper television radio & online interviews Dr Gartner has gathered together expert colleagues from the trauma psychoanalytic medical & survivor treatment fields Together they have created a comprehensive guide to what was once thought to be a rarity but now is clearly an all-too-common occurrence Understanding the Sexual Betrayal of Boys & Men looks at the realities of male sexual victimization guiding clinicians & lay people alike to understand the complexities of the devastation it causes in victimized boys & men It considers topics as diverse as sexual assault in institutions like the military sports teams schools universities & religious organizations;sex trafficking of boys & adolescents;neurobiology & brain chemistry of male survivors of sexual abuse;gender & sexual dysfunctions & confusions resulting from sexual exploitation & trauma;physicians' treatment of sexually abused men's medical problems;socio-cultural influences on processing & treating men's & boys' sexual victimization Understanding the Sexual Betrayal of Boys & Men is required reading for anyone working with male victims of sexual abuse & assault at any level
- psychotherapists rape counselors attorneys journalists guidance counselors physicians clergy graduate students & lawmakers
- & helpful to lay people interested in this often-unrecognized problem

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Understanding the Victorians paints a vivid portrait of this era of dramatic change combining broad survey with close analysis & introducing students to the critical debates taking place among historians today Encompassing all of Great Britain & Ireland over the whole of the Victorian period it gives prominence to social & cultural topics alongside politics & economics & emphasises class gender & racial & imperial positioning as constitutive of human relations This second edition is fully updated throughout containing a new chapter on leisure in the Victorian period the most recent historiographical research in Victorian Studies & enhanced coverage of imperialism & working-class life Starting with the Queen Caroline Affair in 1820 & coming up to the start of World War I in 1914 Susie L Steinbach uses thematic chapters to discuss & evaluate topics such as politics imperialism the economy class gender the monarchy arts & entertainment religion sexuality religion & science There are also three chapters on space consumption & the law topics rarely covered at this introductory level With a clear introduction outlining the key themes of the period a detailed timeline & suggestions for further reading & relevant internet resources this is the ideal companion for all students of the nineteenth century ...

Understanding Video Games is a crucial guide for newcomers to video game studies & experienced game scholars alike This revised & updated third edition of the pioneering text provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of game studies & highlights changes in the gaming industry advances in video game scholarship & recent trends in game design & development-including mobile casual educational & indie gaming In the third edition of this textbook students will Learn the major theories & schools of thought used to study games including ludology & narratology; Understand the commercial & organizational aspects of the game industry; Trace the history of games from the board games of ancient Egypt to the rise of mobile gaming; Explore the aesthetics of game design including rules graphics audio & time; Analyze the narrative strategies & genre approaches used in video games; Consider the debate surrounding the effects of violent video games & the impact of serious games Featuring discussion questions recommended games a glossary of key terms & an interactive online video game history timeline Understanding Video Games provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in examining the ways video games are reshaping entertainment & society ...

Understanding Viruses continues to set the standard for the fundamentals of virology This classic textbook combines molecular clinical & historical aspects of human viral diseases in a new stunning interior design featuring high quality art that will engage readers Preparing students for their careers the Third Edition greatly expands on molecular virology & virus families This practical text also

Includes:: the latest information on influenza global epidemiology statistics & the recent outbreaks of Zika & Ebola viruses to keep students on the forefront of cutting-edge virology information Numerous case studies & feature boxes illuminate fascinating research & historical cases stimulate student interest making the best-selling Understanding Viruses the clear choice in virology Each new print copy

Includes:: Navigate 2 Advantage Access that unlocks a comprehensive & interactive e Book student practice activities & assessments a full suite of instructor resources (available to adopting instructors with course ID) & learning analytics reporting tools (available to adopting instructors with course ID)



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A jargon-free view of Waldorf education & its philosophy of a three-dimensional education Since their inception over 80 years ago Steiner-Waldorf schools have offered a much-needed model for educational reform The author provides a compelling clearly written picture of the key components of a Waldorf education focusing especially on child learning experiences that develop thought feeling & intentional purposeful activity Ideal for parents & teachers this book gives a common sense understanding of an education which answers modern needs in over one thousand schools across the world ...

The production of wine is described in detail from the creation of a vineyard through the production of grapes & their subsequent processing & quality control to the bottling of the finished wine It explains why the choice of land is important in establishing a new vineyard & how vines & soil interact & thus create the traditional links between region & grape variety The main part of the book is devoted to the incredibly complex series of operations that constitute the transformation of grape juice into wine All of this is done without recourse to the knowledge of advanced chemistry Chemical formulae & equations are kept to the basic minimum that is necessary to explain the changes that occur during these processes This third edition

Includes:: extended chapters on the production of the main categories of wine red pink white sparkling sweet & fortified This section of the book is of particular interest for those who are not studying for exams but are merely dedicated amateurs who want to know more about how their favourite wine is produced There is a chapter devoted to the faults & problems that can occur with wine giving an explanation of the causes & remedies for each With quality assurance playing a large role in modern food production this chapter has been extended to include a large section on Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP) in the production of wine This process is poorly understood so the author has included a model HACCP system that can be applied to any winery in the world The chapter on European wine regulations has been brought up-to-date & the final chapter gives a brief but pertinent description of the correct way to taste wine thus enabling the drinker to get the maximum enjoyment from each bottle As Hugh Johnson states in the Foreword David's first edition has been my st&-by for years I have my Peynaud my Amerine & Joslyn my Michael Schuster for going deeper where necessary but it is always good to have Bird in the hand This third edition adds a valuable insight into the production of the principal styles of the wines of the world making it equally interesting for those who are simply lovers of wine & for those who are serious students of the Master of Wine examination The detailed explanation of the mysteries of Hazard Analysis make this book particularly useful for wineries that are faced with the problems of modern food safety legislation Essentially though it updates the second & makes it available once more to ease the pangs of students young & old Re-printed in 2012 & 2014

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