Computational tools allow material scientists to model and analyze increasingly complicated systems to appreciate material behavior. Accurate use and interpretation however, requires a strong understanding of the thermodynamic principles that underpin phase equilibrium, transformation and state. Thi[...]

Put children on the road to reading success with this set that helps develop their phonemic awareness and improve their decoding skills. The set includes 10 two-sided word-family mats, 144 letter tiles, and a pack of crayons, plus an activity guide.
These Word Families mats help promote these im[...]

Instant, systematic, and engaging These ready-to-use activity mats give young children the focused practice they need to really learn important high-frequency words. Each side of the double-sided mats targets a specific sight word and provides practice in word recognition, visual discrimination, sp[...]

Islamism has emerged as one of the most significant political ideologies of the 21st century. From the Islamic Revolution in Iran to the grinding struggle of Hizballah in Lebanon and the devastating 9/11 attacks by al-Qa'ida, Islam has become both a critical discourse and a framework for active resi[...]

This book shows you how to tie 75 bends, hitches, knots, bindings, loops, mats, plaits, rings and slings in over 500 step-by-step photographs. It is an essential handbook explaining how to tie a wide variety of knots, with advice on how each one can be used. It includes guidance and information on m[...]

According to the pre-modern Christian tradition, knowledge of God is mainly testimonial: we know certain important truths about God and divine things because God himself has told them to us. In academic theology of late this view is often summarily dismissed. But to do so is a mistake, claims Mats W[...]

Researchers conducting interviews in the social sciences quickly find that there is no single best way to approach their task. This text offers a critique of traditional interviewing practices and provides a framework for thinking about issues such as trustworthiness, identity and language in a conc[...]

Challenges and provokes critical thinking, giving insight in to the field of organizational culture. This book answers questions of definition, explores alternative perspectives, and expands on substantive issues before discussing key issues of research synthesizes for students the advances in the f[...]

Comprehensive and accessible introduction to the process of photosynthesis in marine plants and algae Reader-friendly, accessible style with text boxes to help clarify complex points Each section contains a summary which sets out the main points Colour plate section.[...]

The large scale implementation of sustainable fuels and vehicle systems, in addition to green innovations in other areas will require sound business models. The nature and complexity of business opportunities differs widely between areas. This volume provides guidance for decision makers in business[...]

In the development of an international agenda for applied systems analysis Swedish experience, developed over a considerable number of years, embraces a wide range of application domains. One international focal point for the Swedish interest in systems analysis has been the International Institute [...]