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Society & social sciences
Transformations in Research, Higher Education and the Academic Market
. Ed(S): Rider, Sharon; Hasselberg, Ylva; Wal...
Paperback. This book addresses the dangers of mixing business with academics. It shows that the very characteristics that made higher education a success are being eroded and replaced by ideological opportunism and economic expediency. Editor(s): Rider, Sharon; Hasselberg, Ylva; Waluszewski, Alexandra. Series: Higher Education Dynamics. Num Pages: 228 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNF; JNM; KCP; KJMV6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 355.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 228
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784085
- ISBN
- 9789401784085
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 118.06
€ 118.06
Paperback. Editor(s): Ferrari, Michel; Vuletic, Ljiljana. Num Pages: 391 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNLA; JNT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 21. Weight in Grams: 599.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 391
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784092
- ISBN
- 9789401784092
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 181.32
€ 181.32
Paperback. This book reports on current understanding and enactments of problem-based learning (PBL) in clinical education. The focus is on research, and embracing new methodologies to explore how problem-based curricula support achievement of student learning outcomes. Editor(s): Bridges, Susan; McGrath, Colman; Whitehill, Tara L. Series: Innovation and Change in Professional Education. Num Pages: 254 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNKC; JNRV; JNT; JNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 20. Weight in Grams: 433.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 254
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784146
- ISBN
- 9789401784146
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 118.83
€ 118.83
Teaching Fractions Through Situations: A Fundamental Experiment
Brousseau, Guy; Brousseau, Guy; Warfield, Vir...
Paperback. This book chronicles a series of experimental adventures that astonished both students and their teachers: the reinvention of fractions and decimals in a sequence of lessons and situations that allowed the students to construct the concepts for themselves. Num Pages: 232 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNT; JNU; PBW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 361.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 232
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784207
- ISBN
- 9789401784207
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 61.63
€ 61.63
Paperback. Critical social science case studies demonstrate how the practice of agricultural and natural resource management sciences can be improved by going beyond their biophysical roots to consider their cultural, political, and epistemological dimensions Editor(s): German, Laura A.; Ramisch, Joshua J.; Verma, Ritu. Num Pages: 319 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JHM; RGC; RNF; RNU; TVB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 17. Weight in Grams: 492.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 319
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784214
- ISBN
- 9789401784214
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 180.65
€ 180.65
paperback. Changing Educational Landscapes offers a comprehensive overview of the state of educational affairs across the globe. Current issues of debate are analyzed from a variety of perspectives, providing a current snapshot of the field of comparative education. Editor(s): Mattheou, Dimitris. Num Pages: 342 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNF; JNK; JNKD; JNM; JNMT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 528.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2010th Edition
- Number of pages
- 342
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784245
- ISBN
- 9789401784245
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 119.57
€ 119.57
Paperback. People exist in groups and connections are vital to their existence and in the daily performance of activities. This book identifies and helps readers understand community connectedness in the present and future. Num Pages: 351 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHB; JMH; JMS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 545.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2nd ed. 2011
- Number of pages
- 351
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784306
- ISBN
- 9789401784306
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 263.09
€ 263.09
Paperback. This book details basic strategies for developing and testing multilevel linear models (MLMs) and drawing casual inferences from such models. It develops procedures for studying social, economic and human development. Num Pages: 574 pages, 45 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: JHBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 30. Weight in Grams: 1023.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 574
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784313
- ISBN
- 9789401784313
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 235.25
€ 235.25
Paperback. Editor(s): Bramley, Cerkia; Bienabe, Mr Estelle; Kirsten, Johann. Num Pages: 153 pages, 10 black & white tables, 4 colour tables, biography. BIC Classification: J; KJMV5; L; RGCM; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 8. Weight in Grams: 250.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 153
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784450
- ISBN
- 9789401784450
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 117.44
€ 117.44
International Handbook of Migration, Minorities and Education
. Ed(S): Bekerman, Zvi; Geisen, Thomas
Paperback. This book offers scholarly contributions that enlarge and enhance knowledge in the field of migrant and minority education, with a special emphasis on the meaning of culture and social learning for educational processes. Editor(s): Bekerman, Zvi; Geisen, Thomas. Num Pages: 779 pages, biography. BIC Classification: GTB; JFFN; JHB; JN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 39. Weight in Grams: 1175.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 779
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784603
- ISBN
- 9789401784603
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 473.41
€ 473.41
Paperback. This book describes communities that have launched their own community indicators programs. It covers the planning process, the indicators selected, data collection, the reporting of the results, and the use of the indicators to guide policy and development. Editor(s): Sirgy, Joseph; Phillips, Rhonda; Rahtz, Don. Series: Community Quality-of Life Indicators. Num Pages: 294 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFF; RP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 16. Weight in Grams: 456.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 294
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784702
- ISBN
- 9789401784702
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 118.90
€ 118.90
paperback. This book proposes a new approach to the retributive theory of punishment, arguing that it should be understood in its traditional formulation that has been long forgotten or dismissed: that punishment is essentially a defense of the honor of the victim Series: Law and Philosophy Library. Num Pages: 212 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JKV; LAB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 11. Weight in Grams: 332.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 2013th Edition
- Number of pages
- 212
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784757
- ISBN
- 9789401784757
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 107.65
€ 107.65
Paperback. This book presents a unique collection of the most relevant perspectives in contemporary human rights philosophy. Different intellectual traditions are brought together to explore some of the core postmodern issues challenging standard justifications. Editor(s): Corradetti, Claudio. Num Pages: 348 pages, 1 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; HPS; JPA; LAB; LBB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 539.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 348
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784771
- ISBN
- 9789401784771
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 119.66
€ 119.66
Paperback. This book explores the challenges and solutions that accompany a global increase in the number of non traditional and underprepared students seeking higher education. The focus is on science learning at the interface of secondary and tertiary education levels. Num Pages: 190 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNK; JNM; JNU; YQS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 10. Weight in Grams: 302.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 190
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784948
- ISBN
- 9789401784948
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 118.83
€ 118.83
Paperback. Can a theory of law be neutral? This book gathers a dozen important legal philosophers to discuss this question, the connection between law and morals, and the possibility of determining the content of law without appealing to any normative argument. Editor(s): Ferrer Beltran, Jordi; Moreso, Jose Juan; Papayannis, Diego Martin. Series: Law and Philosophy Library. Num Pages: 285 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPK; JKV; LAB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 444.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 285
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401784962
- ISBN
- 9789401784962
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 169.88
€ 169.88
Paperback. Complementing this theoretical framework, the book provides methods and concepts in a range of fields such as corporate practice, education and media. Editor(s): Godemann, Jasmin; Michelsen, Gerd. Num Pages: 218 pages, 4 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: GT; J; RNU; YQS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 343.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 218
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401785044
- ISBN
- 9789401785044
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 118.17
€ 118.17
Paperback. Num Pages: 333 pages, 79 black & white illustrations, 19 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: GPFC; GT; JHBC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 516.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 333
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401785136
- ISBN
- 9789401785136
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 119.22
€ 119.22
Hardcover. Human Motivation and Interpersonal Relationships Editor(s): Weinstein, Netta. Num Pages: 366 pages, 18 black & white illustrations, 3 colour illustrations, 7 black & white tables. BIC Classification: JFF; JMAN; JMS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 162 x 240 x 24. Weight in Grams: 690.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401785419
- ISBN
- 9789401785419
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 182.32
€ 182.32
Hardcover. Reducing Disaster: Early Warning Systems For Climate Change Editor(s): Zommers, Zinta; Singh, Ashbindu. Num Pages: 387 pages, 5 black & white illustrations, 71 colour illustrations, 27 black & white tables, 1 colour. BIC Classification: JKSW; RBP; RNPG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 243 x 168 x 21. Weight in Grams: 708.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2014th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401785976
- ISBN
- 9789401785976
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 121.92
€ 121.92
Paperback. Series: SpringerBriefs in Well-Being and Quality of Life Research. Num Pages: 112 pages, 58 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: JFF; JMAN; JMBT; JMC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 6. Weight in Grams: 189.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Number of pages
- 112
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401786065
- ISBN
- 9789401786065
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.34
€ 71.34