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What really sets the best managers above the rest? It’s their power to build a cadre of employees who have great inner work lives—consistently positive emotions; strong motivation; and favorable perceptions of the organization, their work, and their colleagues. The worst managers undermine inner work life, often unwittingly.As Teresa Amabile and Steven Kramer explain in The Progress Principle, seemingly mundane workday events can make or break employees’ inner work lives. But it’s forward momentum in meaningful work—progress—that creates the best inner work lives. Through rigorous analysis of nearly 12,000 diary entries provided by 238 employees in 7 companies, the authors explain how managers can foster progress and enhance inner work life every day.The book shows how to remove obstacles to progress, including meaningless tasks and toxic relationships. It also explains how to activate two forces that enable progress: (1) catalysts—events that directly facilitate project work, such as clear goals and autonomy—and (2) nourishers—interpersonal events that uplift workers, including encouragement and demonstrations of respect and collegiality.Brimming with honest examples from the companies studied, The Progress Principle equips aspiring and seasoned leaders alike with the insights they need to maximize their people’s performance.

What really sets the best managers above the rest? It's their power to build a cadre of employees who have great inner work lives--consistently positive emotions; strong motivation; and favorable perceptions of the organization, their work, and their colleagues. The worst managers undermine inner work life, often unwittingly. As Teresa Amabile and Steven Kramer explain in The Progress Principle, seemingly mundane workday events can make or break employees' inner work lives. But it's forward momentum in meaningful work--progress--that creates the best inner work lives. Through rigorous analysis of nearly 12,000 diary entries provided by 238 employees in 7 companies, the authors explain how managers can foster progress and enhance inner work life every day. The book shows how to remove obstacles to progress, including meaningless tasks and toxic relationships. It also explains how to activate two forces that enable progress: (1) catalysts--events that directly facilitate project work, such as clear goals and autonomy--and (2) nourishers--interpersonal events that uplift workers, including encouragement and demonstrations of respect and collegiality.Brimming with honest examples from the companies studied, The Progress Principle equips aspiring and seasoned leaders alike with the insights they need to maximize their people's performance.

With two new chapters, improved artwork, and significant updates made throughout to increase readability, the fourth edition of Audiology: Science to Practice continues to be the most comprehensive textbook for audiology and hearing science courses, as well as for health care professionals wanting a better understanding of hearing science and audiology practices. It is written in a style that makes new or difficult concepts relatively easy to understand, while still providing more coverage of hearing and vestibular science and clinical audiology than other introductory texts.Topics include information about the profession of audiology, acoustics, anatomy and physiology of the auditory and vestibular systems, preparing for the patient, otoscopy, pure-tone audiometry and speech measures, audiogram interpretations, masking, tympanometry, acoustic reflexes, wideband acoustic immittance, otoacoustic emissions, auditory brainstem responses, hearing screening, hearing aids, assistive listening aides, cochlear and other implantable devices, vestibular evaluation, descriptions of auditory and vestibular disorders, and aural rehabilitation. There is also a chapter on the roles of speech-language pathologists related to understanding and caring for persons with hearing and balance concerns. Where relevant, the material includes evidence-based practice.New to the Fourth EditionTwo new chapters: Role of the Speech-Language Pathologist and Other Treatments and (Re)habilitation of Hearing and Balance DisordersMany new beautifully drawn two-color anatomy and physiology illustrationsBlack and white figures have been color-enhanced Several chapters were reorganized and updated to include vestibular anatomy, physiology, and vestibular disorders within the relevant auditory chaptersA separate chapter on vestibular evaluation and bedside screeningMany chapters expanded to provide information on environmental factors that affect the transmission of sound, signal-to-noise ratio, preparation for testing, cerumen management, assistive listening technology systems (HATS), and status of over-the-counter hearing aids Updated references and standards throughoutKey FeaturesMany illustrations than other texts to help clarify and expand on key concepts Chapters begin with a list of learning objectives and end with key referencesPunctuated with historical and informational side boxesAn easy-to-read writing style to help students understand scientific concepts Key terms highlighted throughout with a comprehensive end-of-book glossary A PluralPlus companion website with PowerPoint lecture slides and an image bank for instructors, James Jerger's chapter on the History of Audiology, and moreThe authors have also created a companion study aid for students, Audiology Workbook, Fourth Edition.

Audiology Workbook, Fourth Edition is a companion study aid to the textbook, Audiology: Science to Practice, Fourth Edition. It can also serve as an appropriate supplement to other introductory audiology textbooks or class lectures. The Audiology Workbook focuses on exercises and questions in hearing and vestibular science and audiology clinical principles and procedures that are beneficial for students in an undergraduate communication science and disorders program and those in a graduate-level AuD program. It is also a great study resource for the Audiology Praxis Exam.The fourth edition is composed of an abundance of questions and activities designed to reinforce students' knowledge of concepts and procedures that are, traditionally, difficult to master. There are questions and activities on 1) properties of sound, such as drawing waveforms; calculating frequencies/periods, amplitudes, and phases, 2) auditory and vestibular anatomy and physiology of the auditory and vestibular systems, including diagrams to label, 3) procedures for obtaining pure-tone thresholds and interpreting/describing audiograms 4) masking for pure-tone and speech tests, 5) performing and interpreting speech test, tympanograms, wideband acoustic immittance, acoustic reflexes, 6) understanding and interpreting evoked physiologic responses, including OAEs, ABRs, ECochG, ENOG, VEMP, 7) clinical case studies for common hearing and balance disorders, 8) treatment, including hearing aids, implantable devices, cerumen management, tinnitus, and aural rehabilitation.The exercises are comprehensive and designed so they may be solved with relatively short answers and useful for group discussion. The popular exercises from previous editions have been retained, updated, and expanded, including those on audiogram interpretation, masking, immittance, and case studies. Comprehensive answers are also included for each chapter.New to the Fourth EditionExpanded exercises on the scientific foundations from the previous edition as well as new questions added on wavelength, resonance, decibels, signal-to-noise ratio, complex vibrations, stages of transduction through the auditory system, and psychoacoustics.Many new and figures of auditory and vestibular anatomy.New exercises related to clinical topics, including preparation for patient testing, case history, wideband acoustic immittance and evoked physiologic responses.New chapter with exercises on hearing aids, assistive listening technologies, and implantable devices.Each chapter now ends with a set of multiple-choice questions. Additional multiple-choice questions are available on the companion website.

Designed to reinforce core concepts and build clinical reasoning skills, the Audiology Workbook is the ideal companion to Audiology: Science to Practice, the trusted undergraduate text for Introduction to Audiology and Hearing Science courses. This hands-on workbook provides a wide range of exercises—from foundational knowledge checks to applied problem-solving activities—that help students translate theory into practice and prepare for success in both the classroom and the clinic.Organized to align chapter-by-chapter with the companion textbook, the workbook supports active learning through audiogram interpretation, clinical scenarios, calculation exercises, labeling activities, and critical thinking questions. Detailed answer sections allow students to assess their understanding and instructors to incorporate assignments easily into coursework. Whether used for independent study, homework, or in-class engagement, this workbook strengthens comprehension and confidence across the breadth of audiology topics.New to the Fifth EditionUpdated exercises fully aligned with the Fifth Edition of the textbookExpanded clinical application questions emphasizing real-world audiologic decision-makingRevised audiograms, figures, and labeling activities with improved visual clarityAdditional practice opportunities in vestibular assessment and physiologic measuresEnhanced answer sections to support self-assessment and instructor useNew illustrations to support comprehension of complex conceptsThe Audiology Workbook, Fifth Edition is an essential tool for mastering introductory audiology—helping students move beyond memorization toward true understanding and clinical readiness.

Audiology: Science to Practice, Fifth Edition, continues to set the standard for introducing students to the dynamic field of audiology by seamlessly integrating foundational science with real-world clinical application. Written specifically for undergraduate courses in Introduction to Audiology and Hearing Science, this trusted text provides a clear, engaging, and comprehensive overview of hearing and balance science, assessment, and management.Designed for students with little or no prior background in audiology, the text presents complex concepts in an accessible, student-friendly style. From the physics of sound and speech acoustics to anatomy and physiology of the auditory and vestibular systems, and from diagnostic testing to contemporary intervention options, the text emphasizes how scientific principles inform clinical decision-making. Rich illustrations, practical examples, and consistent pedagogical features help students build confidence as they develop a solid foundation for advanced coursework and future clinical training.Whether students are exploring audiology as a potential career or preparing for professional study in audiology or speech-language pathology, Audiology: Science to Practice offers a coherent, practice-oriented roadmap to the profession.The authors have also created a companion study aid for students, Audiology Workbook, Fifth Edition.New to the Fifth EditionThoroughly updated content reflecting current audiology practice, standards, and terminologyExpanded and refined coverage of vestibular science and evaluationUpdated discussions of hearing aid technology, implantable devices, and hearing assistive technologiesRevised figures, tables, and learning aids to enhance clarity and visual learningStreamlined organization and refreshed references to support teaching and student comprehensionKey FeaturesMany illustrations to help clarify and expand on key conceptsChapters begin with a list of learning objectives and end with key referencesPunctuated with historical and informational set-aside boxesAn easy-to-read writing style to help students understand scientific concepts Key terms highlighted throughout with a comprehensive end-of-book glossary PluralPlus Online AncillariesFor instructors: PowerPoint Slides, Test Bank, Course OutlineFor students: eFlashcards, Case Studies, Online-only Bonus Chapter, List of Links from QR Codes