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Connecting the study of cognition to everyday life, Goldstein and van Hooff’s bestselling text Cognitive Psychology provides an accessible and engaging introduction to the subject, giving insight into the many psychological and physiological aspects of human behaviour. Now in its third edition and containing the latest stimulating research, this text helps students navigate through all the major sub-disciplines and key concepts of cognitive psychology. It facilitates development of a thorough understanding of the complex relationships between mind, brain and behaviour. Through the authors’ international approach and emphasis on research, methodology and application, students learn how to interpret theories and then use them in practical applications.

Learn how group dynamics theory applies in the real world with the help of this best seller. GROUP DYNAMICS, 7th Edition, covers all major theories and topics pertaining to group and team processes. Focus on what's most important with clearly organized chapters and highlighted key points, and see how to apply concepts to actual groups through extended case studies -- one in every chapter. The author draws on examples from a range of disciplines including psychology, management, law, education, sociology, and political science to help you develop a deeper understanding of each topic that you'll take with you beyond the classroom.

The updated 16th Global Edition of Whitney/Rolfe's bestselling UNDERSTANDING NUTRITION presents the core information of an introductory nutrition course for majors, with active learning that prepares students for their future careers. An overarching goal of the text is to help readers learn to distinguish valid nutrition information from misinformation. In addition to providing accurate information, the text encourages readers to understand the connections between concepts, evaluate the pros and cons of an argument, detect inconsistencies and errors, solve problems, and identify the relevance of information.

Craig Deegan's Financial Accounting Theory provides a concise approach while comprehensively covering both traditional and contemporary theories that have emerged as the practice of accounting has evolved. Social and environmental accountability and reporting issues are discussed in depth, along with coverage of critical perspectives, public sector accounting and fair value. The text has a reader-friendly style that uses straightforward explanations and numerous practical examples. This fifth edition of Financial Accounting Theory includes new content focusing on how different perspectives of organisational responsibilities and ‘accountabilities’ impact the way accounting is performed, and the theories that different researchers choose to use/apply.

Now you can truly understand and apply the latest economic models as you work directly with theoretical tools, real-world applications and popular new behavioral economics in this reader-friendly, market-leading book. Nicholson/Snyder’s “Microeconomic Theory: Basic Principles & Extensions” 13th Edition, takes a calculus-based approach to provide the ideal level of mathematical rigor, whether you are an upper-level undergraduate or beginning graduate student. Insightful graphic presentations help you visually grasp the connections between the calculus and the algebraic and geometric approach to the same material. End-of-chapter problems present simple numerical/mathematical exercises, which strengthen your microeconomic intuition and are followed by more analytical, theoretical, behavioral and complex problems. The text closely connects all theory to real applications in the world today.

Teaching Young Learners English focuses on teaching English as a foreign language to children aged 7-12. It presents foundational concepts, best practices and practical suggestions on how to develop lessons and activities for the energetic and curious minds of young learners in the 21st Century classroom. It also features the perspectives and suggestions from practicing teachers around the world, and can be used as a basic text for prospective teachers or as a professional development tool for teachers and administrators wishing to develop the knowledge and skills to teach English to young learners.

This seventh edition of Business Analysis and Valuation: An International Perspective guides students through the interpretation and use of IFRS-based financial statements with the help of case studies from a wide range of international corporations. The authors use real-life financial and non-financial data to show how financial analysis informs valuation decisions. Numerous and varied tasks cement a fundamental and practical understanding of corporate analysis in students..

Within the highly successful Mankiw Economics franchise, this new fourth edition of Business Economics delivers a comprehensive overview and practical application of the principles of economics to business.All the Mankiw titles are known for their friendly and accessible approach which is retained in this new edition’s unique business perspective, enabling economic theory to be applied to real world scenarios. Such an active learning approach ensures academic skills can be easily absorbed and transferred to the workplace.This edition includes new chapters on business organization, supply chains and sustainability, together with a wealth of new and updated case studies and ‘In the News’ features throughout.This title is supported by MindTap, a flexible online learning platform that provides students with all the tools they need to succeed including an interactive eReader, engaging multimedia, practice questions, assessment materials, revision aids, and analytics to help you track their progress.

With the non-mathematician in mind, the sixth edition of Statistics for Business and Economics teaches learners the key concepts of statistics in business, management and economics. The authors blend statistical methodology with applications of data analysis to illustrate the fundamental role of statistics in problem-solving and decision making. Computational methods give students a solid foundation to master statistical application and interpretation. At the end of each section, practical exercises encourage conceptual understanding of real-world problems. New content on big data enriches the learning experience and prepares students for the workplace.

Prepare for your future career in nutrition with this bestselling text, making the science of nutrition relatable and meaningful. Whitney/Rolfes/Maier's UNDERSTANDING NUTRITION, 17th Edition, makes the sometimes confusing topic of nutrition easy to understand by offering step-by-step coverage of nutrition concepts and related processes. Vivid illustrations and quick-reference nutrition tables make even the most difficult concepts easy to master. With an understanding of nutrition, you can make healthy choices in your daily life and provide others with accurate information in your professional career.

Now in its third edition, Woods and West’s The Psychology of Work and Organizations provides students with a complete introduction to how psychology can help us to better understand the world of work and to change it for the better. Work psychology has the potential to help people be more productive and prosperous in their jobs, to derive joy from work, flourish rather than languish as a result of their work lives, and to ensure the effectiveness and adaptability of work organizations. Ensuring organizations support environmental concerns, enable positive approaches to equality, diversity and inclusion, and achieve the benefits of new technologies are key themes of this new edition. The authors address these issues with an engaging, optimistic and very accessible approach.

Now in its ninth edition, this widely esteemed Procurement and Supply Chain Management text provides a complete introduction to the important principles underlying the subject area using a flexible managerial perspective. The new edition has been updated to highlight emerging issues, technological developments and global changes in today's constantly evolving field of procurement and supply chain management. The text is future-facing and aligned to the capabilities which procurement professionals should develop to succeed in an era of uncertainty, digital transformation and sustainability pressure. The clear and well-structured content includes contemporary case studies that are relevant and engaging, bringing this complex and impactful subject to life for students.

Psychology has insights relevant to all majors, all people. As a hub science, it also provides foundational material for many other scientific disciplines. Cacioppo/Freberg/Cacioppo's DISCOVERING PSYCHOLOGY: THE SCIENCE OF MIND, 4th edition, presents a cohesive understanding of the field, highlighting connections within psychology as well as between psychology and other disciplines. The fourth edition includes a new emphasis on social connectivity and loneliness, interpersonal relationships and myth busting, while author Dr. Stephanie Cacioppo brings additional insight as a licensed clinician. Smart and engaging writing, illuminating visuals and sound science illustrate the depth, breadth and diversity of this exciting field. Up-to-date coverage offers insight into the latest research, while hands-on activities help you sharpen your critical thinking skills. Also available: MindTap.

Examine the keys to leadership success with the practical, skill-building approach found in DuBrin's LEADERSHIP: RESEARCH FINDINGS, PRACTICE AND SKILLS, 10E. This edition balances current research and theories with the latest applications from successful practitioners in today's business world. New and updated, popular self-assessment quizzes and the latest skill-building exercises help you inventory and strengthen your own leadership qualities and personal competencies. An engaging narrative highlights stories of leadership in familiar companies, such as UPS, Best Buy, Salesforce, Kohl's and GM. This edition provides more opportunities than any other book of its kind to apply the principles you've just learned in cases and experiential exercises. MindTap digital resources are also available to help you refine your knowledge and leadership skills as you develop the confidence to become an effective leader.

Gerard Egan and Robert Reese’s bestselling text has taught thousands of students using a proven counselling model which equips them to become confident and competent helpers. Now in its fourth edition and containing all the recent research, the text uses a practical three stage step-by-step process to engage helpers and build their confidence. Users will learn how to tackle a wide variety of complex situations they’ll likely encounter throughout their work. The Skilled Helper integrates the most relevant aspects of different theoretical orientations (humanistic, cognitive, behavioural and solution-focused) into a pragmatic approach to helping.

With the non-mathematician in mind, the sixth edition of Statistics for Business and Economics teaches learners the key concepts of statistics in business, management and economics. The authors blend statistical methodology with applications of data analysis to illustrate the fundamental role of statistics in problem-solving and decision making. Computational methods give students a solid foundation to master statistical application and interpretation. At the end of each section, practical exercises encourage conceptual understanding of real-world problems. New content on big data enriches the learning experience and prepares students for the workplace.

The new fifth edition of Principles of Business Information Systems features new cases, new questions and assignments and the latest technologies, whilst retaining its comprehensive coverage of Information Systems issues. It also boasts a wealth of real-world examples from a broad range of countries and updated coverage of IT and technological issues, making it perfect for courses that prepare students for the modern corporate world.

History doesn't have to be dull, and this book is living proof with coverage of interesting topics ranging from the controversial use of IQ tests at Ellis Island to the psychodynamics of gum chewing. A market leader for over 30 years, A HISTORY OF MODERN PSYCHOLOGY has been praised for its comprehensive coverage and biographical approach. Focusing on modern psychology, the book's coverage begins with the late 19th century. The authors present an appealing narrative, personalizing the history of psychology by using biographical information on influential theorists, and by showing you how major events in the theorists' lives affected their ideas, approaches, and methods. Updates in the eleventh edition include discussions of the latest developments in positive psychology, the interpretation of dreams by computers, the use of Coca Cola as a "nerve tonic," and many other intriguing topics. The result is a book that is as timely and relevant today as it was when it was first introduced.

BUILD YOUR BUSINESS VOCABULARY contains graded vocabulary exercises in a huge range of business areas: banking, social, presentations, insurance, law, management, personnel, product, and sales. This is the ideal complement to most business courses.

This comprehensive and engaging text presents the complexities of strategic management through up-to-date scholarship and hands-on applications. Highly respected authors Charles Hill and Melissa Schilling integrate cutting-edge research on topics including competitive advantage, corporate governance, diversification, strategic leadership, technology and innovation, and corporate social responsibility through both theory and case studies. Based on real-world practices and current thinking in the field, the 14th edition features an increased emphasis on the changing global economy and its role in strategic management. The appendix walks students through the case-analysis process, and explains key ratios that managers use to compare the performance of firms. The high-quality case study program contains 31 cases covering small, medium, and large companies from a large range of industries and nations. Featured cases in this edition include Tesla Motors, Alibaba, Google, Microsoft, Boeing, Ikea, Zeta Energy, and many others. When paired with this student-centric text, the MindTap learning solution will prepare the next generation of strategic leaders.

Maximize your course success by making the most of what Serway/Jewett's PHYSICS FOR SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS WITH MODERN PHYSICS has to offer. From a host of in-text features to a range of outstanding technology resources, you'll have everything you need to understand the natural forces and principles of physics. New context-rich exercises, Think-Pair-Share problems and MCAT-style passage problems enable you to put what you learn into practice. Also available, WebAssign is the world's easiest-to-use homework system. Throughout every chapter, the authors have built in a wide range of examples, exercises and illustrations that will help you understand the laws of Physics AND succeed in your course!

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 Niño 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.

Based on the Association for Computing Imagery model curriculum guidelines, Foundations of Computer Science gives students a bird’s eye view of Computer Science. This easy-to-read and highly navigable text will help students quickly learn all the fundamentals of computer science they need on their course and to improve their employability prospects. Updated to cover all the latest technologies and changes to course requirements, this fifth edition features new chapters on the efficiency of algorithms, computer graphics, a complete revision on computer networks and the internet, and data security. Material on ethical issues, including intellectual property, has also been expanded.

Develop the qualitative, conceptual foundation you need to think like a chemist with CHEMICAL PRINCIPLES, 8e. Designed for students with solid mathematical preparation, this best-seller emphasizes models, everyday applications of chemistry, and a thoughtful, step-by-step problem-solving approach.

Learn about psychology YOUR Way with Rathus' PSYCH, 7th edition, which combines the best of print and online resources! PSYCH's easy-reference textbook presents course content through visually engaging chapters. With the textbook or on its own, PSYCH MindTap allows you to learn on your terms. Read or listen to textbooks and study with the aid of instructor notifications, flashcards and practice quizzes. Track your scores and stay motivated toward your goals. Whether you have more work to do or are ahead of the curve, you'll know where you need to focus your efforts. And the MindTap Green Dot will charge your confidence along the way. When it's time to study, everything you've flagged or noted can be gathered into a guide you can organize. Inspiring quotes from psychologists, authors and celebrities will motivate you to dive deeper, while Truth-or-Fiction questions enable you to check your understanding.

Maximize your course success by making the most of what Serway/Jewett's PHYSICS FOR SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS WITH MODERN PHYSICS has to offer. From a host of in-text features to a range of outstanding technology resources, you'll have everything you need to understand the natural forces and principles of physics. New context-rich exercises, Think-Pair-Share problems and MCAT-style passage problems enable you to put what you learn into practice. Also available, WebAssign is the world's easiest-to-use homework system. Throughout every chapter, the authors have built in a wide range of examples, exercises and illustrations that will help you understand the laws of Physics AND succeed in your course!

For over 30 years, this text has provided students with the information they need to understand and apply multivariate data analysis. The eighth edition of Multivariate Data Analysis provides an updated perspective on the analysis of all types of data as well as introducing some new perspectives and techniques that are foundational in today’s world of analytics.Multivariate Data Analysis serves as the perfect companion for graduate and postgraduate students undertaking statistical analysis for business degrees, providing an application-oriented introduction to multivariate analysis for the non-statistician. By reducing heavy statistical research into fundamental concepts, the text explains to students how to understand and make use of the results of specific statistical techniques.

CALCULUS: EARLY TRANSCENDENTALS, Metric, 9th Edition provides you with the strongest foundation for a STEM future. James Stewart’s Calculus, Metric series is the top-seller in the world because of its problem-solving focus, mathematical precision and accuracy, and outstanding examples and problem sets. Selected and mentored by Stewart, coauthors Daniel Clegg and Saleem Watson continue his legacy, and their careful refinements retain Stewart’s clarity of exposition and make the 9th Edition an even more usable learning tool. The accompanying WebAssign includes helpful learning support and new resources like Explore It interactive learning modules. Showing that Calculus is both practical and beautiful, the Stewart approach and WebAssign resources enhance understanding and build confidence for millions of students worldwide.

How would you describe your personality, or can you? Whatever your answer, this text will help you understand personality -- the qualities and traits that form every individual's distinctive character. You'll learn about theoretical explanations of personality, and about the research that illuminates how those theories are relevant in the world around you. Biographical sketches of theorists and accounts of the stories behind influential research programs help you see how classic and contemporary findings relate to each other, and illustrate the connection between theory and research. As you read, personality tests encourage you to interact with the material -- and learn more about your own personality.