Häftad, Engelska, 2011
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33 produkter
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- E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2017
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In order for citizens to have true equality, they must be able to have equal access to social, political, and economic rights and opportunities. But what does that mean for students today? Readers will explore what social justice means in modern society and will be challenged to look at the areas in their own lives where they see a need for social justice through essays, reports, and discussions on equality, privilege and opportunity in the twenty-first century. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2017
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In the wake of an extremely contentious U.S. presidential election that touched upon several hot-button issues including the right to marry and the legacy of the Civil Rights Movement, debate has erupted regarding the language people use to describe both political issues and groups of people. This book takes a look at the widening gap between those who believe political correctness is an unnecessary affectation and those who believe a greater good can be achieved with increased sensitivity in how we talk to, and about, each other. Through analyzing a range of viewpoints, students are encouraged to form their own opinions on this important topic. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2017
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What is media bias? Are all media outlets inherently biased? What does it mean for the news we receive? Media bias is a hot topic in the twenty-first century, when everyone and anyone can start a media organization and present content as news, but is all news created equal? Through critical essays and input from media insiders and watchdogs, students will explore what media bias is, how it affects the news they read and watch, and what they can do to make sure that they''re not swayed by media bias when they ingest news. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2018
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In the twenty-first century, political hostilities have moved largely from the battlefield to cyberspace. Since the Stuxnet virus was uncovered in 2010, built jointly by U.S. and Israeli intelligence to disarm the Iranian nuclear program, attention has been drawn to the real-life damage that such virtual programs can inflict. In this book, a range of experts, from journalists, to lawyers, to government officials, offer their varied opinions on the dawn of cyberwarfare, allowing readers to determine where they stand on this important issue. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2018
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In our digital age, online companies such as Google and Amazon are experiencing tremendous growth. The power and influence of these digital companies was demonstrated in September 2017 when Amazon bought the popular organic grocery Whole Foods for a record 13 million dollars. Do companies such as Amazon have too much influence in the digital space? Should they be broken up to allow more competition? In this book, these questions and more are considered by a range of experts in the subject, from legal experts, to CEOs, to corporate players, and journalists. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2018
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The Department of Agriculture is responsible for all the laws and regulations related to food and farming in the United States. While working to ensure the safety of the food we eat and beverages we drink, the Department of Agriculture also does all it can to promote the work of the country''s ranchers and farmers, control trade, and protect our nation''s natural resources. Every day, you''re interacting with the work of the Department of Agriculture. Each time you have a snack or sit down to a meal, wear a cotton shirt, or admire the flowers planted in your garden, you''re seeing the work of the Department of Agriculture. Readers will learn more about what this department does, and how its work impacts our lives in big and small ways. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2018
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Concerned with promoting economic growth, the Department of Commerce is responsible for things like creating jobs and helping American businesses grow and survive. This Cabinet department is tasked with building up the American economy to help American businesses thrive and provide a suitable quality of life for the country''s workers. Readers will discover how the Department of Commerce operates to keep the American economy healthy and operates to create jobs that ensure as many citizens as possible have the opportunity to live a safe and stable life. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2018
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Worried about nuclear war? What about nuclear energy? How about radioactive materials? All of these things fall under the control of the Department of Energy. This Cabinet department is responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of our nation''s nuclear weapons and nuclear reactors, as well as providing for the proper disposal of radioactive material and working on energy conservation. Each time a natural disaster threatens a nuclear reactor or the military decides it wants to destroy its nuclear weapons arsenal, the Department of Energy must respond. In this book, readers will learn exactly how this department keeps our country safe. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2018
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Terrorism. Immigration. Cyber security. Border control. In addition to being hot-button issues, these are also the areas of American safety under the purview of the Department of Homeland Security. Whether they''re determining the rules of immigration and how we let migrants and refugees into the country, beefing up security along America''s borders, fighting cyber attacks from foreign countries, or creating plans to keep terrorists from attacking our citizens, the Department of Homeland Security plays a big role in keeping Americans safe. Introduce your readers to this essential department, the how and why they operate, the way they do, and which of their rules play a part in our everyday life. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2018
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For more than a hundred years, the Department of Labor has been protecting the American workers. From ensuring that American laborers are making a fair wage across the country and aren''t being taken advantage of by employers who force them to work long hours, to helping make certain that retirees have the ability to provide for themselves, and assisting unemployed citizens when they''re down on their luck, the Department of Labor concerns itself with all aspects of a person''s career. In this book we''ll discuss the many facets of the Department, from unemployment insurance and labor laws to retirement services, and everything in between. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2018
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Every time you get on an airplane, take a railway train to visit family, or drive down the highway to go on an adventure, you''re putting your safety in the hands of the Department of Transportation. The Cabinet department determines how the country''s various public transit systems operate and connect, what the rules are for airline flight, and how highways and roadways are constructed and maintained. Readers will learn about the various rules and regulations the DOT is responsible for, and how those rules help keep us safe whenever and wherever we travel in America. - Inbunden, Engelska, 2011
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- Inbunden, Engelska, 2018
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- E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2018
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It can be difficult to know what alcohol abuse looks like, especially when alcohol use is a common sight at parties and other gatherings. Although many adults drink alcohol, it can be a harmful substance. This book guides teens to think about the legal and physical consequences of alcohol abuse and it provides support for teens who are experiencing alcohol dependency or have loved ones that are addicted to alcohol. Sidebars, personal narratives, and organizations that help treat alcohol abuse are included to show teens that treatment options are available. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2018
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Ecstasy and MDMA are both stimulants and hallucinogens, which can alter perception while increasing a user''s energy. Due to these effects, Ecstasy was long known as a "party" drug taken at raves or concerts. However, Ecstasy has very real consequences, particularly to the brain and heart. This book guides readers through what Ecstasy abuse might look like, its consequences, and how to seek treatment for oneself and others. It includes sidebars with expert advice and personal narratives about overcoming Ecstasy abuse. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2019
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There are few issues that elicit such debate as assisted suicide. For some, assisted suicide is an important legal right for those battling fatal issues. For others, it stands for only self-harm and chaos. In this book, legal experts, journalists, activists, and ordinary civilians weigh in on this important issue, providing a wide range of viewpoints for readers. Readers are encouraged to think critically about what they have read and to form their own opinions through guided questions that follow each article. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2019
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As the United States becomes more politically divided, the issue of gerrymandering is at the forefront of political debate. While gerrymandering, or manipulating distinct boundaries for political advantages, has largely negative connotations, few experts agree about the best way to redraw districts. In this collection, legal experts, politicians, experts, and ordinary citizens weigh in on this controversial and timely topic. Guided reading questions are included at the end of each article to direct readers to form their own opinions based on what they have read. - E-bokPDF, Engelska, 2019
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It''s nearly impossible for most of us to imagine what our lives would be like without social media. However, today''s teens unarguably eclipse their elders in their reliance on and their adept use of a whole range of social media platforms. Savvy though they may be, teens are still plagued by the same specters that haunt all social media users, such as trolls and bullies, privacy issues, and fake news. Provide your readers with the knowledge, tools, and critical perspective they need to navigate the tricky world of social media and educate others about how to do so in an informed, intelligent way. - Häftad, Tyska, 2012
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- Häftad, Tyska, 2012
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- Häftad, Tyska, 2012
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- Häftad, Tyska, 2012
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- Häftad, Tyska, 2016
355 kr
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- Inbunden, Engelska
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