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Critical Thinking and Composition introduces students to the basic components of philosophical writing, as well as techniques and principles for writing clear and precise arguments. The nine chapters of this book cover everything from building strong, logical arguments at the outset to the nuts and bolts of writing successfully in the philosophy sphere. The books focuses on avoiding vagueness and ambiguity when communicating arguments. Addit...

Developing Societies in a Changing World offers students a concise and accessible exploration of our developing and developed world. Readers learn about the origins of development, modernity, globalization, population dynamics and the increasingly interconnected nature of our world with the environment and how these connections influence our daily lives. The opening chapters present students with basic concepts and empirical findings regardi...

Basics of Logic provides students with a strong grounding in logic with an emphasis on the importance of sophisticated, well-supported opinions with sound structure. The book is centered around the principle that critical thinking and logic teach individuals how to draw conclusions based on evidence and good reasoning. It also offers readers tools to help understand and evaluate reasoning whether it be their own or the reasoning of others. ¿...

A Practical Guide to Trading, Market Making, and Investing equips learners with the core principles of trading, market making, and investing, coupled with immersive trading simulation practice. The initial chapters introduce readers to the fundamentals of trading-the mechanics, technical analysis, and charting concepts. It propounds strategies for thriving as a market maker and dealer. Subsequent chapters delve into the influence of analyst ...

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Basic Macroeconomics covers fundamental economic principles by teaching economics in the manner of the hard sciences, requiring students to use real data in the application of theory. Students also become familiar with the language of economics as it is used in today's media, which enhances their ability to understand current, real-world economic issues. The book is cleanly organized and explains the economy's role in society and how it is m...

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Essentials of Chemistry: General, Organic, and Biochemistry, Volume II is the second textbook in a two-volume series designed to furnish students with critical information and skillsets within the discipline. The second volume begins with an introduction to organic chemistry, including coverage of functional groups, electron donors and receptors, and resonance. Additional chapters discuss alkanes, unsaturated hydrocarbons, functional groups ...

In Youth Gangs: History, Recruitment, and Community Response, author Laura Pinto Hansen invites readers to explore the history of youth gangs, the diverse types of gangs, how they form, and what makes gangs attractive to children, adolescents, and young adults. The book highlights the fact that youth gangs cannot be lumped into the same category as traditional organized crime due to nuances related to the age of their members, the influence of...

Globalization, Urbanization, and Sustainability: What Can We Do? provides students with an introduction to the multifaceted nature of civilization and its impact on our environment. The text explores the intricate interplay between globalization, urbanization, and sustainability, and examines the environmental and health impacts of modern society, including climate change, resource consumption, and waste. The book's nine chapters focus on a ...

Rethinking Implicit Bias Training critically examines the concept of implicit bias, particularly within the context of police training and the broader societal implications of racism. It guides students through the intricate world of criminal justice, highlighting contemporary issues critical to cultivating justice and empathy within the profession. Students explore the subtle workings of implicit bias and see how it affects behavior, decisi...

Elementary Biblical Hebrew: An Introduction to the Language and its History gives students a general overview of the language and focuses on its main characteristics. The text avoids a heavy-handed academic approach and instead emphasizes the basics of general understanding. Students are exposed to commentaries and word studies that provide a strong linguistic foundation while introducing Biblical Hebrew's primary components. Chapters includ...

A Practicum Guide for Social Workers grounds readers in a conceptualization of practice that considers the history and evolution of the profession with a specific emphasis on social work education and practicum. Throughout this thoroughly updated text, author Shelagh Larkin emphasizes context, "doing, " mentorship with faculty and practicum supervisors, professional development of self, critical thinking, and the conscious and deliberate integ...

Foundations of Engaged Scholarship offers students a carefully curated selection of readings that help them prepare for and make the most of their academic career. Readers learn the importance of asking the right questions, developing commitment and compassion, and making a difference in the lives of others to achieve an effective and rewarding educational experience. Over the course of 12 chapters, students are provided engaging readings th...

Inviting students to assume the role of a lead investigator, Murder at 144: A Student Investigative File is a problem-based, active learning text that focuses on evidence processing procedures and crime scene investigations. The text opens with explanations on laboratory protocols, use of crime scene equipment, forensic evidence collection methods, and more. Students are also introduced to a hypothetical crime using problem-based learning in...

In Pediatric Population Health: A Wellness Approach, readers are provided with evidence-based knowledge to facilitate their understanding that creating a healthy, equitable community with collaborative efforts between neighborhoods, health care professionals, financial well-being sectors, public health, and community development can positively impact a child's health. Section I provides an overview of a population health framework, the cultu...

Homeland Security Law: Issues and Analysis provides readers with a comprehensive examination of the legal aspects of homeland security within the United States. It explores the balance between national security measures and the protection of individual liberties as outlined in the U.S. Constitution. The book is structured into four main parts, each addressing different constitutional issues as they relate to homeland security. Part I discuss...

The Psychology of Sustainability: Understanding the Relationship between Self and Earth is a dynamic anthology that, through a uniquely psychological lens, provides students with insight into the connection between humans and their environment. With each chapter, the author presents students with insight into the applicability of psychological concepts for holistically resolving sustainability problems. Articles that explore the psychologica...