Economic measures and concepts like GDP, inflation, business cycles and supply chains that were created decades ago are being disrupted and altered. These changes affect asset values, unemployment, st
More children are going to school, staying in school for longer, and learning than ever before in East Asia and Pacific (EAP). During the past 50 years, a group of countries in EAP have successfully t
Franceschi presents readers with a comprehensive guide to creating, testing, launching, and assessing apps for the Android smartphone operating system. The book covers the basics of the Android sm
Faulkner presents readers with a comprehensive examination of the use of rhythmic practices, including music and movement practices, to build mindfulness and cognitive reflection in a wide variety
This guide describes solution-focused approaches to working with violence and confrontation in children, young people, and adults, with an emphasis on safety. It uses the principles of the Signs of
The internet has spread rapidly. Development has not. But there are instances where technology can be transformational. A digital identification system such as India’s Aadhar overcomes complex informa
The Punch Drunk Moustache team is back, and the artists are coming out swinging! The original mustachioed maniacs head into the ring for a second round of never-before-seen visual stories. Prepare to
One of a series of pocket-sized books that provide a quick reference to development data on different topics, 'The Little Data Book on Private Sector Development 2015' provides data for more than 20 k
Global Financial Development Report 2015 focuses on the ability of financial systems to sustainably extend the maturity of financial contracts for private agents. The challenges of extending the matur
This distinctive text makes social theory accessible to and usable by students. Whereas social theory is often seen as abstract, esoteric and separate from our understanding of the social world, here
One of a series of pocket-sized books that provide a quick reference to development data on different topics, 'The Little Data Book on Private Sector Development 2014' provides data for more than 20 k
This major Chinese study systematically introduces the research on human rights theory, the construction of human rights, and the international communication of human rights since the founding of new
iPads are powerful tools for engaging students, encouraging creativity, stimulating critical thinking, and making significant strides in learning. This book is part of a two book set that will allow e
iPads are powerful tools for engaging students, encouraging creativity, stimulating critical thinking, and making significant strides in learning. This book is part of a two book set that will allow e
How much would poor nations need to invest to eliminate poverty, get all children in school and provide adequate basic health care for all? Can they afford it? Financing Human Development in Africa, A
The Windows Phone 8 platform provides a remarkable opportunity for Windows developers to create state-of-the-art mobile applications using their existing skills and a familiar toolset. Pro Windows Pho
From idea to productIn the construction sector, demand is steadily increasing for innovative products.Product Development and Architecture presents selected examples that illustrate how the planning d
The annual Asian Development Outlook provides a comprehensive analysis of economic performance in the past year and offers forecasts for the next 2 years for the 45 economies in Asia and the Pacific t
"The contributions are framed by a brief, but rich introductory chapter that contextualizes the anthropology of professional expert knowledge. The volume is concluded by a wonderful (in several meanin
What lessons can be learnt from 'developed' countries that might be useful for developing and emerging economies? With an emphasis on long-term growth and development, this book provides historical ac
Biofuels made from algae are gaining attention as a domestic source of renewable fuel. However, with current technologies, scaling up production of algal biofuels to meet even 5 percent of U.S. transp
Research and development (R&D) organizations are operated by government, business, academe, and independent institutes. The success of their parent organizations is closely tied to the success of
Jobs provide higher earnings and better benefits as countries grow, but they are also a driver of development. Poverty falls as people work their way out of hardship and as jobs empowering women lead
Aiming to bring more awareness to the United Nations Millennium Development Goals and inspire the tourism industry to contribute to them, Bricker (parks, recreation, and tourism, U. of Utah) et al. co
In this new third edition, Linenberger updates his longtime #1 bestselling Outlook book to include Microsoft's new version 2010 release and the new Outlook for Mac 2011. Outlook 2007 and 2003 are also
"Two surveys of the National Science Foundation's Division of Science Resources Statistics (SRS) provide some of the most significant data available to understand research and development spending and
This book showcases the seven winners and finalists of the first annual J. Ronald Terwilliger Models of Excellence Awards Program. These projects each represent a model of creative and innovative solu
Thoroughly updated and revised, this directory compares more than 60 graduate and undergraduate programs in the United States and abroad according to theirdegrees and specializations offered, p
Political scientists and economists gathered at the United Nations in November 2006 to discuss citizen participation in implementing development goals generally, and the Millennium Development goals i
In 2007, the U.S. Department of Defense and National Research Council staff discussed the feasibility of using an advanced robot, the Protection Ensemble Test Mannequin (PETMAN), to test individual pr
