Education, as an academic field taught at universities around the world, emerged from a range of disciplines including philosophy, history, sociology, politics/policy, economics and law. Educational Foundations is the first reference work to provide an authoritative state-of-the-field mapping of these foundational disciplines, showing the ideas, methods, theories and approaches that each of them contributes to field of education. Each of the six volumes is devoted to the examination of a constituent discipline, namely: Philosophical Foundations of Education (Volume 1) Historical Foundations of Education (Volume 2) Sociological Foundations of Education (Volume 3) Policy Foundations of Education (Volume 4) Economic Foundations of Education (Volume 5) Legal Foundations of Education (Volume 6) Each volume covers the same set of key topics within education which also form the chapter titles, those topics/chapters are: Mapping the Field, Purpose
Widely regarded as the definitive reference in the field, Youmans and Winn Neurological Surgery offers unparalleled, multimedia coverage of the entirety of this complex specialty. Fully updated to reflect recent advances in the basic and clinical neurosciences, the 8th Edition covers everything you need to know about functional and restorative neurosurgery, deep brain stimulation, stem cell biology, radiological and nuclear imaging, and neuro-oncology, as well as minimally invasive surgeries in spine and peripheral nerve surgery, and endoscopic and other approaches for cranial procedures and cerebrovascular diseases. In four comprehensive volumes, Dr. H. Richard Winn and his expert team of editors and authors provide updated content, a significantly expanded video library, and hundreds of new video lectures that help you master new procedures, new technologies, and essential anatomic knowledge in neurosurgery. Discusses current topics such as diffusion tensor imaging, bra
Modern drug discovery still relies heavily on random screening and empirical screening cascades to identify leads. As such, the process suffers high failure rates and escalating costs. Computational and quantitative approaches hold the promise of shifting the balance of success. The books in this set provide the latest information on harnessing quantitative and computational methods for analysis, prediction and optimisation. Topics covered include structure-based design, molecular modelling, simulation and statistical models. The set will not only be an essential reference, but also a source of inspiration for professionals in the pharmaceutical industry, and graduates interested in molecular interactions and drug discovery. This set consists of: Drug Design Strategies: Quantitative Approaches Edited by David J Livingstone and Andrew M Davis (978-1-84973-166-9, 2011, RSC Drug Discovery) Computational Approaches to Nuclear Receptors Edited by Pietro Cozz
Erskine May is the eponymous guide to parliamentary practice and procedure, providing accurate and detailed information on the constituent parts of Parliament, its powers and jurisdictions, membership of either House, financial procedure and the process of debate.Alongside the incremental changes to and refinements of parliamentary practice which happen all the time, the 25th edition covers many significant developments since the last edition in 2011, including:* A new chapter on "English Votes for English Laws" introduced following the 2015 General Election, which details the varied and complex ways in which these engage with both primary and secondary legislation. * The process of implementing the outcome of the 2016 referendum on the UK''s membership of the EU. An account is given of the procedures in both Houses for the scrutiny and approval of the transposition of EU law into UK law.* Further parliamentary consequences of the coalition government that took office in 2010, includin
Tristram and Coote''s Probate Practice is the definitive work on probate and is extensively referred to by the Probate Registries. This new edition, fully updated since the 31st edition and supplement set, contains up to date, expert guidance on all aspects of probate procedure and is accompanied by a CD-ROM containing precedents recommended by Probate Registrars. The text is written by a team of experts drawn from the judiciary, probate registry and the Capital Taxes Office and is fully updated to include all new developments since the 31st edition.The precedents are accepted by the Probate Registry and come recommended, making this new edition essential for all practitioners working within this complex area of the law.
Technology and gaming addiction have become a concern in recent years as technology use has become ubiquitous. Gaming and Technology Addiction explores the social and psychological implications of technology and gaming addiction in addition to ways to manage and treat this unique form of addiction.
The New Cambridge History of the Bible comprises four volumes that take into account the considerable advances in scholarship made in almost all biblical disciplines during the previous forty years. The volumes respond to shifts in scholarly methods of study of the Old and New Testaments, look closely at specialized forms of interpretation, and address the new concerns of the twenty-first century. Attention is paid to biblical studies in eastern Christian, Jewish, and Islamic contexts, rendering the series of interest to students of all Abrahamic faiths. The entire New Cambridge History of the Bible offers a comprehensive account of the development of the Bible from its origins to the present day, but each volume can also be read independently, proving a substantial contribution to the scholarship of the period it covers. This New Cambridge History will provide an invaluable resource for scholars, researchers, and students alike.
Organic Reaction Mechanisms 2019, the 55th annual volume in this highly successful and unique series, surveys research on organic reaction mechanisms described in the available literature dated 2019. The following classes of organic reaction mechanisms are comprehensively reviewed: Reaction of Aldehydes and Ketones and their Derivatives Reactions of Carboxylic, Phosphoric, and Sulfonic Acids and their Derivatives Oxidation and Reduction Carbenes and Nitrenes Nucleophilic Aromatic Substitution Electrophilic Aromatic Substitution Carbocations Nucleophilic Aliphatic Substitution Carbanions and Electrophilic Aliphatic Substitution Elimination Reactions Polar Addition Reactions Cycloaddition Reactions Molecular Rearrangements Radicals An experienced team of authors compile these reviews every year, so that the reader can rely on a continuing quality
In this collection, Professor Sykes brings together seminal papers published by leading academics in the highly topical field of economics and international trade law. This authoritative two-volume set covers areas including the basic theory of trade agreements, dispute resolution, safeguard measures, subsidies and countervailing measures and international trade and domestic resolution. This set, together with an original introduction by the editor, will be a valuable research tool for academics and practitioners with an interest in the economics of international trade law.
Still the most widely used comprehensive resource in orthopaedic surgery, Campbell''s Operative Orthopaedics is an essential reference for trainees, a trusted clinical tool for practitioners, and the gold standard for worldwide orthopaedic practice. Unparalleled in scope and depth, this 14th Edition contains updated diagnostic images, practical guidance on when and how to perform every procedure, and rapid access to data in preparation for surgical cases or patient evaluation. Drs. Frederick M. Azar and James H. Beaty, along with other expert contributors from the world-renowned Campbell Clinic, have collaborated diligently to ensure that this 4-volume text remains a valuable resource in your practice, helping you achieve optimal outcomes with every patient. Features evidence-based surgical coverage throughout to aid in making informed clinical choices for each patient. Covers multiple procedures for all body regions to provide comprehensive coverage.
dMartindale: The Complete Drug Reference provides unbiased and evaluated information on drugs and medicines in use around the world. It is prepared by an experienced team of pharmacists and life scientists who use their professional expertise to select the most clinically relevant and appropriate information from reliable published sources.
Created by internationally known experts in the addiction-treatment field, this twelve-session program is easy to implement as a stand-alone program or as an enhancement to an existing program. The sessions are interactive, allowing therapists to address the most pressing issues for patients and family.
This title covers all aspects of the law of mortgages, including what mortgages and charges are, parties to mortgages, void or imperfect securities, transfer and devolution of mortgages, mortgagee's remedies, priorities of mortgages, incidence of the mortgage debt, discharge of the mortgage, accounts and costs.
The field of feeding and eating disorders represents one of the most challenging areas in mental health, covering childhood, adolescent and adult manifestations of the disorders and requiring expertise in both the physical and psychological issues that can cause, maintain, and exacerbate these disorders.
The Law of Shipbuilding Contracts examines the principles of English contract law as these apply to shipbuilding. The leading text on shipbuilding and marine construction, widely used by the global maritime community, this new edition is updated to account for the "long tail" effects of the global economic crisis on the sector.
The International Who¿s Who in Classical Music 2021 is a vast source of biographical and contact information for singers, instrumentalists, composers, conductors, managers and more. Each entrant has been given the opportunity to update his or her information for the new improved 2021 edition. Each biographical entry comprises personal information, principal career details, repertoire, recordings and compositions, and full contact details where available. Appendices provide contact details for national orchestras, opera companies, music festivals, music organizations and major competitions and awards. International Who¿s Who in Classical Music includes individuals involved in all aspects of the world of classical music: composers, instrumentalists, singers, arrangers, writers, musicologists, conductors, directors and managers. Key Features: - about 8,000 detailed biographical entries
Widely regarded as the leading authority on voyage charters, this book is the most comprehensive and intellectually-rigorous analysis of the area, is regularly cited in court and by arbitrators, and is the go-to guide for drafting and disputing charterparty contracts. Voyage Charters provides the reader with a clause-by-clause analysis of the two major charterparty forms: the Gencon standard charterparty contract and the Asbatankvoy form. It also delivers thorough treatment of COGSA and the Hague and Hague-Visby Rules, a comparative analysis of English and United States law, and a detailed section on arbitration awards. This book is an indispensable, practical guide for both contentious and non-contentious shipping law practitioners, and postgraduate students studying this area of law.
YAMADA¿S Textbook of Gastroenterology For over 25 years, Yamada¿s Textbook of Gastroenterology has been the most comprehensive gastroenterology reference book, combining an encyclopedic basic science approach to GI and liver disease with the latest clinical thinking, especially in diagnostic and therapeutic developments. It is universally respected across the globe. The original outstanding editorial team was led by Tadataka Yamada, MD, one of the world¿s leading figures in GI research. This seventh edition of the Textbook features a new set of Editors-in-Chief and a new team of Associate Editors. This new editorial team has made substantial changes and updates to the Textbook, with a greater focus on the human microbiome, obesity, bariatric endoscopy and aging, along with consolidation of many older chapters. Led by Professor Michael Camilleri and Professor Timothy C. Wang, a stellar group of associate editors have once again combined with authors in their respec
This international handbook provides a sophisticated re-examination of self-study of teacher education practices research 16 years after the publication of the first edition by Springer (2004). Through six sections, it offers an extensive international review of research and practices by examining critical issues in the Self-Study field today. They are: (1) Foundations of Self-Study, (2) Self-Study Methods and Methodologies, (3) Self-Study and Teaching and Teacher Education for Social Justice, (4) Self-Study Across Subject Disciplines, (5) Self-Study in Teaching, Teacher Education and Beyond, and (6) Self-Study across Cultures and Languages. Exemplars, including many recent studies, illustrate the impact of this well-established research movement in teacher education in the English-speaking world and internationally. Readers of the book will benefit from a comprehensive review of the field of self-study that is accessible to a range of readers, theoretically and methodologically rich,
Explores methods for reducing waste and cutting food loss in order to help the environment and support local communities as well as solve issues including that of land space. The book also provides vital research on the development of plant-based foods, meat-alternative diets, and nutritional outcomes.
