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Complex Information Processing
Taylor and Francis 2013; US$ 45.00Here, several leading experts in the area of cognitive science summarize their current research programs, tracing Herbert A. Simon's influence on their own work -- and on the field of information processing at large. Topics covered include problem- solving, imagery, reading, writing, memory, expertise, instruction, and learning. Collectively, the chapters... more...
International Law and the Genetic Resources of the Deep Sea
BRILL 2006; US$ 193.00Focusing on the ecosystems associated with deep-sea hydrothermal vents in areas beyond national jurisdiction, this book examines a range of activities in the deep-sea including bioprospecting, marine scientific research, mining and tourism; and considers the effectiveness of international law and governance mechanisms to manage these activities. more...
Sing Without Shame
John Benjamins Publishing Company 1990; US$ 165.00This study of literary themes, linguistic practice and cultural traditions analyzes the oral traditions of Indo-Portugese creole verse, as a synthesis from European, African and Asian sources. This musical, dramatic and textual syncretism defines tradition within the group and maintains the identity of the creole community. References are primarily... more...
Pastoral Care Matters in Primary and Middle Schools
Taylor and Francis 2012; US$ 59.95This wide ranging book offers a fresh survey of the pastoral needs of primary age pupils, and pupils in early adolescence for both trainee and practising teachers. This book is divided into four main sections: * Principles considers the future needs of children, learning processes, the planning and implementation of a pastoral programme, and the... more...
Supportive Schools
Taylor and Francis 2002; US$ 57.95Using 15 case studies, this book highlights the attempts being made by teachers and other professionals to meet the varied needs of pupils in mainstream and special schools. The emphasis is on providing practical examples which illustrate effective intervention strategies for use in particular situations. The case studies explore such diverse areas... more...
Managing Misbehaviour in Schools
Taylor and Francis 2002; US$ 65.95Fully revised and updated, this second edition of the successful Managing Misbehaviour in Schools presents a wide-ranging survey of both the theoretical and the practical ideas and suggestions for the efficient management of behaviour problems in the school and classroom. It is invaluable for student and practising teachers, as well as their colleagues... more...
Education as Enforcement
Taylor and Francis 2003; US$ 43.95The first book to bring together noted scholars to address how education is being remade by the violent demands of corporate globalization as well as how education is central to the global pursuit of corporate dominance. more...
Musicology: The Key Concepts
Taylor and Francis 2004; US$ 29.95Musicology: the Key Concepts provides a vital reference guide for students of contemporary musicology. Its clear and accessible entries cover a comprehensive range of terms including: - aesthetics - canon - culture - deconstruction - ethnicity - identity - subjectivity - value - work Fully cross-referenced and with suggestions for further reading,... more...
Functional Safety
Taylor and Francis 2004; US$ 80.95Electrical, electronic and programmable electronic systems, such as emergency shut down systems and railway signalling systems, increasingly carry out safety functions to guard workers and the public against injury or death and the environment against pollution. The international standard IEC 61508 has been developed as a generic standard that applies... more...
Handbook of Transport Strategy, Policy & Institutions
Emerald Group Publishing Limited 2005; US$ 205.00Privatisation, regulation, deregulation, competition, funding, and evaluation: these are all transport policy issues of interest worldwide, in the public arena and among researchers. In 46 chapters by acknowledged experts on their topics, these and other aspects of transport policy and planning are addressed in this book. more...









