Foundation Maths has been written for students taking higher or further education courses who have not specialised in mathematics on post-16 qualifications & need to use mathematical tools in their courses. It is ideally suited for those studying marketing business studies management science engineering computer science social science geography combined studies & design. It will be useful for those who lack confidence & need careful steady guidance in mathematical methods. Even for those whose mathematical expertise is already established the book will be a helpful revision & reference guide. The style of the book also makes it suitable for self-study or distance learning. ...

With over 250 SJT (Situational Judgement Tests) practice questions & in-depth explanations spanning over 500 pages this book is an ideal preparation tool for the Foundation Programme entry exam for entry in Foundation Year 1 (FY1). Written by doctors & people involved in writing & testing the actual exam questions. ...

It is the story of the Galactic Empire crumbling after twelve thousand years of rule. & it is the particular story of psycho-historian Hari Seldon the only man who can see the horrors the future has in store: a dark age of ignorance barbarism & violence that will last for thirty thousand years. Gathering together a band of courageous men & women Seldon leads them to a hidden location at the edge of the galaxy where he hopes they can preserve human knowledge & wisdom against all who would destroy them. Asimov went on to add numerous sequels & prequels to the trilogy building up what has become known as the Foundation series but it is the original three books first published in the Forties & Fifties which remain the most powerful imaginative & breathtaking. ...

No work of science fiction in the twentieth century captured the imagination of so many readers as the epic future history put forth in the stories & novels of Isaac Asimov. In this volume a select group of the Good Doctor's fellow writers explore his astonishing creation from their own unique perspectives
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Hugely popular with students Health Promotion" is now in its third edition & has been thoroughly updated to provide the theoretical framework that is vital for health promotion. It offers a foundation for practice that encourages students & practitioners to identify opportunities for health promotion in their area of work." ...

palgrave foundations italian 1- a lively introduction for complete beginners / Designed for & used extensively on Institution-wide Language Programmes (IWLPs) including language options & electives Open Learning Programmes & similar provision / 10 units fit the 20-24 week teaching year / Scripted & unscripted dialogues provide a diverse range of audio material / Integrated pair- & groupwork activities throughout / Contains a comprehensive self-study section for non-contact hours / Carefully reviewed & updated following extensive lecturer feedback /

Includes:: a new Guide to intonation & pronunciation / CDs with every book Mara Benetti is Visiting Lecturer at Imperial College & at Goldsmith's College University of London Carmela Murtas was Visiting Lecturer at the University of Westminster & an Italian teacher trainer at International House London Caterina Varchetta was Italian Coordinator at the London Metropolitan University where she also taught Italian on the IWL Programme. Roberto Di Napoli is Senior Lecturer in Educational Development at Imperial College London. He was formerly Senior Lecturer at the University of Westminster where he taught Italian Teacher Education & Cross-Cultural Studies. 2 audio CDs come with this book. MP3 files & digital licences are available for institutions from Palgrave Macmillan. See our website at: http://www.palgrave.com/modernlanguages/license.asp Digital

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The fifth edition of this bestselling book provides a comprehensive introduction to bilingualism & bilingual education. In a compact & clear style its 19 chapters cover all the crucial issues in bilingualism at individual group & national levels. These include: * defining who is bilingual & multilingual * testing language abilities & language use * languages in communities & minority groups * endangered languages * language planning language revival * the development of bilingualism in infancy & childhood * bilingualism in the family * age & language learning * adult language learning * bilinguals thinking skills * bilingualism & the brain * theories of bilingualism * types of bilingual education * heritage language education * evaluations of bilingual education * minority language literacy * biliteracy & multiliteracies * effective teaching & learning methods in bilingual classrooms * the effectiveness of bilingual education in the United States * the history of bilingual education in the United States * language minority underachievement * bilingual special education * the assessment of language minority children * Deaf bilinguals * the spread of English as a global language * learning English as a second or third language * language identity & multiple identities * the politics surrounding language minorities & bilingual education * assimilation & pluralism * bilingualism & employment * bilingualism & the internet ...

Now in full colour the third edition of this well established book provides a readable & highly illustrated overview of the aspects of geology that are most significant to civil engineers. Sections in the book include those devoted to the main rock types weathering ground investigation rock mass strength failures of old mines subsidence on peats & clays sinkholes on limestone & chalk water in landslides slope stabilization & understanding ground conditions. The roles of both natural & man-induced processes are assessed & this understanding is developed into an appreciation of the geological environments potentially hazardous to civil engineering & construction projects. For each style of difficult ground available techniques of site investigation & remediation are reviewed & evaluated. Each topic is presented as a double page spread with a careful mix of text & diagrams with tabulated reference material on parameters such as bearing strength of soils & rocks. This new edition of Foundations of Engineering Geology" has been comprehensively updated & covers the entire spectrum of topics of interest for both students & practitioners in the field of civil engineering." ...

Foundations of Marketing Fourth Edition is a fully revised & updated edition of the highly successful text by John Fahy & David Jobber. Devised to offer comprehensive coverage for a short course in marketing Foundations of Marketing retains its concise twelve chapter structure. The book offers a rigorous but accessible introduction covering the core marketing curriculum in an engaging style that routinely demonstrates how marketing affects our everyday lives considering both the decisions we make as consumers & decisions marketing professionals would make in response to their customers. Fully revised & updated this edition offers a closer focus on the value of marketing & its impact. The new edition also takes a more critical approach that questions & engages with current debates. Topic highlights of the fourth edition include widespread coverage of the huge impact of social media on the sphere of marketing a fresh look at new techniques of marketing research used in real organizations & a contemporary perspective on the growing service segment of the world economy. Bang up to date with new cases & examples the book covers European examples from all corners of the region including Germany Sweden Denmark France Switzerland the UK & Ireland without ignoring the prevalence of US & global brands in contemporary culture. The book retains the popular Marketing Spotlight & Marketing in Action features showcasing brands as diverse as Lady Gaga Guinness & Gap. New Social Media boxes cover Linked In Facebook Groupon & more. The fourth editions case studies are all new featuring brands from varying segments & countries including H & M Subway Carlsberg Rolex & Jamie Oliver. The new edition is supported by a superlative resource package to support lecturers & students with exciting new videos linked to the case material case & tutorial support & the integration of Mc Graw-Hills Connect learning solution. Connect offers gradeable interactive activities cases self study quizzes & a variety of tools to help students to master their marketing module. ...

Foundations of Physical Activity & Public Health" is the first textbook to clearly define the intersection of exercise science & public health. It offers a solid introduction to the concepts of public health & exercise science the techniques used to measure physical activity & the health effects of exercise & physical activity. Students will develop a greater understanding of how experts from both fields can work together to advance the use of physical activity for the prevention & treatment of chronic disease & other health issues. Examples of successful programmes from various settings including community-wide & school-based interventions are provided to help students understand how to put theory into practice." ...