Algorithmic Methods for Railway Optimization

This applied text presents an overview of the research process appropriate for a first course in research methods and as a refresher for more advanced students. It is an integrated text—balancing rese

Using constructivist theory and inquiry learning methods, Foster presents a text that both meets national standards and satisfies the needs of this emerging market. This book will appeal to those who

The market-leading text for the Elementary School Music Methods course, INTEGRATING MUSIC INTO THE ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM was the first to emphasize the theme of integrating music throughout the school

Learning on Demand presents new ideas around the topic of web-enabled instruction, challenging beliefs about proper ‘design’ and the methods for engaging students. Drawing on technology trends, this b

You may be wondering why you need to study research methods to prepare yourself for a career in human services. This accessible text will help you to better understand the connection between human ser

Intended for those who want to make a difference in today's modern society, this comprehensive book explores the theory and methods in nine arenas of macro social work at the community, organizational

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Now updated to reflect the most current materials, technology, and design methods, the 2012 ICC PERFORMANCE CODE? FOR BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES presents readers with regulations based on outcome, rathe

A leading resource for K?8 literacy programs, this extremely popular reading methods book has a simple goal: to provide aspiring teachers with the tools to help every student learn to read and write.

This textbook outlines the essentials of real estate practice law for paralegal students and paralegals, and covers aspects from property ownership, concurrent ownership, and methods of describing rea

Even experienced game developers sometimes have a hard time making their vision for a great game a reality. The number of available programming languages, libraries, and production methods can make th

Children aren't the only ones who can be intimidated by mathematics. This thorough and practical guide to teaching K-6 mathematics is the perfect antidote for everyone involved. Part math methods, par

You may be wondering why you need to study research methods to prepare yourself for a career in human services. This accessible text will help you to better understand the connection between human ser

Written for the elementary social studies methods course, this "interactive" program features a combined textbook-workbook that is thoroughly integrated with a dynamic website. To accommodate the visu

Project Management the Agile Way was written for experienced project managers, architects and systems analysts who are comfortable in traditional methods of project management but now need to learn a

This text is intended for Methods/Practice with Families (Mezzo) courses in Social Work as a basic primer that introduces students to an overview of practice with families. It can also be used in Gene

This book is intended for Generalist Social Work Methods and practice courses offered in departments of social work and human services at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The market-leading text for the Elementary School Music Methods course, INTEGRATING MUSIC INTO THE ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM, was the first to emphasize the theme of integrating music throughout the school

The market-leading text for the Elementary School Music Methods course, INTEGRATING MUSIC INTO THE ELEMENTARY CLASSROOM, was the first to emphasize the theme of integrating music throughout the school

This lab manual for psychology students presents a series of assignments that utilize a wide range of research approaches. Gaultney developed the manual while teaching research methods at the U. of No

Rather than a methods text, Holosko (social work, U. of Windsor, Ontario, Canada) offers students of various fields an analytic tool for critiquing both quantitative and qualitative research reports.

THE CHALLENGE OF EFFECTIVE SPEAKING is a classic in the field. Written by true teachers of public speaking who have been in the classroom for many years and who have adapted their methods to best meet

This program utilizes a scenario format to show effective methods for working with patients suffering from mental disorders while in the acute care environment. Simple techniques to promote safety and

Designed for the one-term MBA or undergraduate introduction to business statistics course, this text places emphasis on data and the common techniques and methods used to analyze them in business. It

This text/workbook/disk/CD-ROM package teaches statistics to students in social sciences and related disciplines such as criminal justice and education, starting with methods for analyzing only one va

This classic introduction to the techniques of research and the art of expression is used widely in history courses, but is also appropriate for writing and research methods courses in other departmen

Since its initial publication, MATHEMATICS: A GOOD BEGINNING has set the standard for math methods books. More than just a textbook, this is a complete instructional program that serves a multitude of

This book provides a clear and detailed survey of basic neural network architectures and learning rules. In it, the authors emphasize mathematical analysis of networks, methods for training netw

Prepare for exams and succeed in your statistics course with this comprehensive solutions manual! Featuring worked out-solutions to the problems in THE STATISTICAL SLEUTH: A COURSE IN METHODS OF DATA

This text successfully integrates statistics and research methods, by placing statistics in the context of research to help students grasp both topics more clearly. Discussions include all major descr

An introductory text for undergraduates. Begins by defining basics of probability and inductive logic, then guides readers through more formal methods in a clear, straightforward style. Chapter units

This methods text for the music specialist focuses on teaching children the sounds of music—singing—and the symbols of music—reading and writing music notation. With over 75 Mini-Lessons, this text of

Develop the analytical skills that are in high demand in businesses today with Camm/Cochran/Fry/Ohlmann's best-selling BUSINESS ANALYTICS, 5E. You master the full range of analytics as you strengthen descriptive, predictive and prescriptive analytic skills. Real examples and memorable visuals clearly illustrate data and results. Step-by-step instructions guide you through using Excel, Tableau, R or the Python-based Orange data mining software to perform advanced analytics. Practical, relevant problems at all levels of difficulty let you apply what you've learned. Updates throughout this edition address topics beyond traditional quantitative concepts, such as data wrangling, data visualization and data mining, which are increasingly important in today's business environment. MindTap and WebAssign online learning platforms are also available with an interactive eBook, algorithmic practice problems and Exploring Analytics visualizations to strengthen your understanding of key concepts.

Written by meteorologists C. Donald Ahrens and Robert Henson and grounded in the scientific method, METEOROLOGY TODAY: AN INTRODUCTION TO WEATHER, CLIMATE, AND THE ENVIRONMENT, 13th edition, shows you how to observe, calculate and synthesize weather information as a scientist. Packed with engaging visuals, it provides the latest information on climate change, ozone depletion, air quality, El Nino and other key topics as well as discussions of recent high-profile weather events, including droughts, heat waves, tornado outbreaks and hurricanes."Focus On" boxes help you delve deeper into meteorological observation methods and environmental issues, while case studies provide direct access to academic and newsworthy papers on recent developments. The MindTap for Meteorology digital platform includes concept check activities, animations and videos, and a variety of hands-on activities.

Master data analysis, modeling and the effective use of spreadsheets with the popular BUSINESS ANALYTICS: DATA ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING, 7E. The quantitative methods approach in this edition helps

Companies rely upon the concepts of business process management to improve efficiency and services in their delivery processes and methods. With the focus and interest in supply chain management, the

Providing the most up-to-date coverage of basic principles and methods of practical application, INTRODUCTORY HORTICULTURE, 9e, offers many avenues to explore the horticulture field and remain on the

This thorough revision of Babbie's standard-setting text presents a succinct, straightforward introduction to the field of research methods as practiced by social scientists. Contemporary examples, su

Virtual teams are an integral part of today’s global business environment. Traditional face-to-face communication is frequently being replaced with technology mediated communication methods including

UNDERSTANDABLE STATISTICS: CONCEPTS AND METHODS, Eleventh Edition, is a thorough yet accessible program designed to help readers overcome their apprehensions about statistics. The authors provide clea