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Desertification in the Mediterranean Region, A Security Issue
. Ed(S): Kepner, W.G. (U.S. Environmental Pro...
Hardback. Focuses on two basic concepts: security and desertification in the Mediterranean Region and their linkages. This book provides a multi-lateral forum for cooperation, information exchange, and dialogue among the environmental, development, foreign and security policy communities within the Mediterranean Region. Editor(s): Kepner, W.G. (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency); Rubio, Jose L.; Mouat, David A.; Pedrazzini, Fausto. Series: NATO Security Through Science Series C (Closed):. Num Pages: 593 pages, biography. BIC Classification: 1QRM; JWK; RNF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1056.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 593
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402037580
- ISBN
- 9781402037580
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 349.18
€ 349.18
Paperback. "Social Indicators Research" has been the leading journal for scholarly research in the field of Quality-of-Life measurement. Published in celebration of this accomplishment, this volume features 19 articles, drawn from the 34 most frequently cited articles in the journal's history. It also includes an introductory essay written by Michalos. Editor(s): Michalos, Alex C. (Institute for Social Research and Evaluation, University of Northern British Columbia, Canada). Series: Social Indicators Research Series. Num Pages: 622 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JHM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 32. Weight in Grams: 879.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 622
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402037221
- ISBN
- 9781402037221
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Condition: New
€ 65.66
€ 65.66
Hardback. Provides a comprehensive discussion of moral education in the light of a range of ethical theories. This book addresses important contemporary issues and controversies (morality and citizenship, family values, sexual morality). Series: Philosophy and Education. Num Pages: 185 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; JN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 459.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 185
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402037085
- ISBN
- 9781402037085
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 184.30
€ 184.30
Teacher Professional Development in Changing Conditions
. Ed(S): Beijaard, Douwe; Meijer, Pauline C. ...
Hardback. Presents highlights from the 2003 conference of the International Study Association on Teachers and Teaching (ISATT). This book presents the five keynote addresses of the conference in the first part, and presents selected papers related to each of the three sub-themes deliberated in the conference in parts 2 through 4. Editor(s): Beijaard, Douwe; Meijer, Pauline C. (University of Leiden); Morine-Dershimer, Greta (University of Virginia); Harm, Tillema. Num Pages: 372 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 22. Weight in Grams: 1540.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- 369
- Number of pages
- 372
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402037009
- ISBN
- 9781402037009
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 187.57
€ 187.57
Hardback. Why do some school students struggle at numeracy? Here, the authors tackle this question in an original way, by focusing on numeracy as social practice. They report their findings using ethnographic-style approaches including formal and informal interviews. Num Pages: 218 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNU; YQM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15. Weight in Grams: 526.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 218
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402036767
- ISBN
- 9781402036767
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Condition: New
€ 123.48
€ 123.48
Hardback. The topic of clustering is a central one in debates on the relationship between the global and the local. This book addresses both conceptual and empirical issues on clustering, learning and regional development. It represents the state of affairs in this body of literature in a critical way and gives an overview of all the developments. Editor(s): Boschma, Ron A . (Utrecht University); Kloosterman, Robert C. Series: Geojournal Library. Num Pages: 434 pages, biography. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 796.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 434
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402036712
- ISBN
- 9781402036712
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Condition: New
€ 188.92
€ 188.92
Hardback. Presents and discusses theories, conceptual frameworks, models and examples of engaged learning with emerging technologies. Following social cultural dimensions of learning, this volume documents how emerging learning technologies are appropriated into meaningful and engaged learning and instructional situations. Editor(s): Hung, David; Khine, M.S. (Nanyang Technological University). Num Pages: 290 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 609.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 290
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402036682
- ISBN
- 9781402036682
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Condition: New
€ 124.58
€ 124.58
Hardback. Globalization is a multifaceted phenomenon, and one of its major components is the internationalization of education. This book casts a critical eye on the internationalization of education. It also explores the gaps and silences in pedagogy and practices and addresses the ambiguities, tensions and contradictions in internationalization. Editor(s): Ninnes, P. (University of New England, Armidale, NSW, Australia); Hellsten, M. (Macquarie University, Sydney, NSW, Australia). Series: CERC Studies in Comparative Education. Num Pages: 231 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 520.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 231
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402036569
- ISBN
- 9781402036569
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.43
€ 123.43
The World Summit on Sustainable Development. The Johannesburg Conferen...
. Ed(S): Hens, Luc; Nath, Bhaskar
Hardback. Provides an overview of issues featured in the Johannesburg World Summit. This work also addresses the science behind the discussions on poverty, production and consumption patterns, sustainability issues in Central/Eastern Europe and Latin America, and the role of the financial world in the development of education, science and research. Editor(s): Hens, Luc; Nath, Bhaskar. Num Pages: 422 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JPS; TQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 807.
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- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 422
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402036521
- ISBN
- 9781402036521
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 189.03
€ 189.03
Hardback. Our universities are facing immense pressures from within because of the increase in the 'publish or perish' syndrome. This book explores the role of technology in this scenario. It offers insights and strategies for understanding the nature of scholarly communication in higher education. Editor(s): Ching, Hsianghoo Steve; Poon, Paul W.T; McNaught, Carmel. Series: Computer Supported Cooperative Work. Num Pages: 262 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 548.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 262
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402036408
- ISBN
- 9781402036408
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 185.52
€ 185.52
Hardback. Addresses key issues concerning visualization in the teaching and learning of science at any level in educational systems. This book focuses on visualization in science education. It draws on the insights from cognitive psychology, science, and education. It unites these with the practice of science education. Editor(s): Gilbert, Professor John K. Series: Models and Modeling in Science Education. Num Pages: 346 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNU; PD; YQS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 742.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 346
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402036125
- ISBN
- 9781402036125
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 120.92
€ 120.92
Communities and Technologies 2005: Proceedings of the Second Communiti...
. Ed(S): Besselaar, Peter Van Den; Michelis, ...
hardcover. Includes 23 papers dealing with the impact of modern information and communication technologies that support a variety of communities. This book includes chapters that discuss how communities are affected by technologies, and how understanding of the way that communities function can be used in improving information systems design. Editor(s): Besselaar, Peter van den; Michelis, Giorgio De; Preece, Jenny; Simone, Carla. Num Pages: 467 pages, biography. BIC Classification: J; KJE; KJU; UKR; UY. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 248 x 168 x 27. Weight in Grams: 954.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Number of pages
- 467
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 2005th Edition
- SKU
- V9781402035906
- ISBN
- 9781402035906
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 234.97
€ 234.97
NATO and Terrorism Catastrophic Terrorism and First Responders
. Ed(S): Steinhausler, Friedrich; Edwards, Fr...
Paperback. Proceedings of the Nato Advanced Research Workshop on Catastrophic Terrorism and First Responders: Threats and Mitigation, Neuhausen-Stuttgart, Germany from 10 to 12 May 2004. Editor(s): Steinhausler, Friedrich; Edwards, Frances. Series: NATO Security Through Science Series B (Closed). Num Pages: 204 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JF; PH; PN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 12. Weight in Grams: 321.
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- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 204
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402035845
- ISBN
- 9781402035845
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 233.90
€ 233.90
hardcover. Uses the empirical research to illustrate how attention is organized according to gestalt-phenomenological principles inside and outside the focus of attention. This book classifies how attention shifts, and argues that self-awareness, reflection, and even morality, are best thought of as dynamic transformations in the sphere of attention. Series: Contributions to Phenomenology. Num Pages: 230 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JMRP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 14. Weight in Grams: 504.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer United States
- Number of pages
- 230
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- 2006th Edition
- SKU
- V9781402035715
- ISBN
- 9781402035715
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.18
€ 123.18
The Inclusion of Other Women. Breaking the Silence Through Dialogic Le...
Botton, Lena de (Group Of Arab And Muslim Stu...
Hardback. Brings together insights and narratives of three women, of European, Arab and of Roma descent, who address issues of feminism and social inclusion within the framework of adult education and learning. This work discusses the experiences of the "other women": non-academic women who have been silenced from the feminist mainstream discourse. Series: Lifelong Learning Book Series. Num Pages: 196 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JFSJ1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 1090.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 196
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402035371
- ISBN
- 9781402035371
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.04
€ 123.04
Making a Difference in Teacher Education Through Self-study
. Ed(S): Kosnik, Clare; Beck, Clive; Freese, ...
Hardback. This book describes the systematic efforts of committed and creative teacher educators to improve their teacher education programs. It presents research on 15 different teacher education programs and describes individual renewal efforts. Editor(s): Kosnik, Clare; Beck, Clive; Freese, Anne R. (University of Hawaii); Samaras, Anastasia P. Series: Self Study of Teaching and Teacher Education Practices. Num Pages: 292 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNMT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 17. Weight in Grams: 586.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 292
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402035272
- ISBN
- 9781402035272
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 124.27
€ 124.27
Hardback. Offers a comprehensive overview of the oeuvre of Howard E Gruber, who is noted for his contributions both to the psychology of creativity and to the history of science. This book includes papers from a range of topics. It presents a comprehensive contribution to our understanding of the creative process. Editor(s): Gruber, H. E.; Bodeker, Katja. Series: Boston Studies in the Philosophy and History of Science. Num Pages: 556 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPK; J. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 30. Weight in Grams: 934.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 556
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402034916
- ISBN
- 9781402034916
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 273.07
€ 273.07
Hardback. Features contributions that focus on different levels of higher education, the system, the institution and the academic practitioner, in different national and international contexts. This book is suitable for researchers in higher education studies and students in postgraduate courses in higher education policy and management. Editor(s): Bleiklie, Ivar A.; Henkel, Mary. Series: Higher Education Dynamics. Num Pages: 295 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 232 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 608.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 295
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402034893
- ISBN
- 9781402034893
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 120.10
€ 120.10
Hardback. Brings together facts and features about basic learning needs and skills of people working and living in the informal economy. This book presents case studies from different countries examining educational and training strategies for meeting these learning needs. It also looks at the interlinkages between EFA and work. Editor(s): Singh, Madhu. Series: Technical and Vocational Education and Training: Issues, Concerns and Prospects. Num Pages: 265 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNR. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 15. Weight in Grams: 553.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 265
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402034268
- ISBN
- 9781402034268
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 123.96
€ 123.96
Hardback. Reviews the political shift toward neo-liberal ideology and explores its impact on education. This book outlines a number of political, academic and intellectual strategies that educators might pursue to reclaim education for democratic citizenship. Num Pages: 164 pages, biography. BIC Classification: JNA. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 297 x 210 x 12. Weight in Grams: 438.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 164
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781402034213
- ISBN
- 9781402034213
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 122.32
€ 122.32