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A Student Guide to Climate and Weather [5 volumes]

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By: Angus M. Gunn

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A Student Guide to Climate and Weather [5 volumes]

[5 volumes]

By: Angus M. Gunn

A comprehensive guide to the weather, climate, and their impact on human life. This comprehensive reference explains in clear terms what we know about weather, from the everyday to the extreme. A Student Guide to Climate and Weather introduces students and other interested readers to the dynamic work of meteorologists and climatologists, specifically their efforts to mitigate the impact of weather events and climate change on people and the environment. The five separate volumes of A Student Guide to Climate and Weather focus on weather extremes; air masses and weather patterns; cyclones, hurricanes, and tornadoes; climate change; and the Earth and the sun. Each volume combines a wealth of scientific data, dramatic historical events, and the latest ideas and methods from the worlds of meteorology and climatology. What did we learn from the Dust Bowl? What are the consequences of Arctic melting? How do we protect cities near oceans from rising sea levels? These and other crucial questions are explored in this cornerstone reference.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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031335569X

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9780313355691

Habitat

Human Settlements in an Urban Age

By: Angus M. Gunn

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Habitat

Human Settlements in an Urban Age

By: Angus M. Gunn

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Elsevier

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1483158098

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9781483158099

Igniting Student Potential

Teaching With the Brain's Natural Learning Process

By: Angus M. Gunn,Robert W. Richburg,Rita Smilkstein

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Igniting Student Potential

Teaching With the Brain's Natural Learning Process

By: Angus M. Gunn,Robert W. Richburg,Rita Smilkstein

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Corwin Press

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1412917069

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9781412917063

Intelligent Design and Fundamentalist Opposition to Evolution

By: Angus M. Gunn

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Intelligent Design and Fundamentalist Opposition to Evolution

By: Angus M. Gunn

The rise of political Christian fundamentalism has brought with it an increasingly well-organized attack on evolution. Recently, proponents of Intelligent Design (ID) have, with successes and failures, pushed the debate over evolution into a more public arena--ID is a contentious issue for local and state school boards, and the necessity of including ID in school science curricula is a key political issue in the United States and other predominantly Christian nations. This book analyzes fundamentalists' scientific and political attempts to advance creationism over evolution through the new medium of Intelligent Design. The first chapter discusses the development of evolution from Darwin's original work to its standing as a supported tenet of modern science. Subsequent chapters trace the history of fundamentalism, the twin threats fundamentalists perceive from evolution and criticism of the Bible, and the ways that fundamentalists historically argued the case for creationism. The final chapters examine conflicting biblical interpretations and the Bible's historical accuracy, and offer case studies that show evolution's benefits to human welfare. Appendices include tables of contents for all 12 volumes of The Fundamentals, a list of medical breakthroughs over the past 100 years, extracts from the December 2005 U.S. District Court ruling over ID in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and a glossary of terms.

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216

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McFarland

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1476600015

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9781476600017

Evolution and Creationism in the Public Schools

A Handbook for Educators, Parents and Community Leaders

By: Angus M. Gunn

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Evolution and Creationism in the Public Schools

A Handbook for Educators, Parents and Community Leaders

By: Angus M. Gunn

In United States public schools, the content being taught in all subjects is determined by specialists who have the expertise necessary for the task. Parents don't insist on their opinions being part of curricular decisions. History, mathematics and literature classes, for example, generally enjoy full acceptance by parents and others. The science curriculum, however, is unique in that it has faced long-time opposition that shows little sign of lessening. Most notably, a controversy has arisen around biological evolution. Part history and part handbook, this carefully neutral work examines the origins of the opposition to biological evolution, its long and deep-seated history, and the reasons why it hasn't been resolved. Key terms--including creationism, evolution, intelligent design, and theory, among others--are defined at length, and erroneous understandings are addressed. Solutions are suggested so that the energies of school administrators and teachers may focus on their main task, the improvement of learning. State-by-state science standards are covered, and several models for biological science curricula are offered. Presented in a highly readable style, this study is intended for use by students, parents, teachers, school administrators, and community leaders alike, as well as others interested in the controversy.

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McFarland

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0786427175

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9780786427178

The Impact of Geology on the United States

A Reference Guide to Benefits and Hazards

By: Angus M. Gunn

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The Impact of Geology on the United States

A Reference Guide to Benefits and Hazards

By: Angus M. Gunn

Everything we see in our landscapes today was created by geological actions, all of them accompanied by earthquakes and volcanism. This thorough examination of the geology of the United States and its impact on people's lives explores the processes that shape the land surfaces of the United States. These processes act over long periods of time and are affected by such factors as wind, rain, and temperature. Readers will discover how they frequently catch us by surprise when unexpected events occur, as well as how we often ignore signals that indicate repeat disasters. The hazards associated with geological processes are a continuing concern, but readers will also discover the benefits of many of these so-called natural disasters. Geologic regions define the framework for the book. Gunn provides readers with an accessible overview of geology, defining such concepts as erosion and deposition and discussing such factors as the different kinds of rocks found in the earth's crust. He also explores the concept of plate tectonics in detail. Representative states have been selected to illustrate hazards and geologic features found over large areas, and students can discover those areas that are the most dangerous in which to live. Students are encouraged to draw on the resources provided for further in-depth study of the fascinating topics introduced and discussed.

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Bloomsbury Publishing USA

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0313074410

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9780313074417

Theodore Austin-Sparks

Reflections on His Life and Work

By: Angus M. Gunn

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Theodore Austin-Sparks

Reflections on His Life and Work

By: Angus M. Gunn

In recent years a movement known as "the prosperity gospel" has gained a sizeable following in the evangelical world. It argues that God has already made provision for his children to be wealthy here on earth, and that believers wealth is determined by their faith. Does the comprehensive message of Scripture concerning wealth support this movement, which is growing rapidly in Africa? This work looks at this important theme in both Old and New Testaments to determine their basic unity of thought. Both agree that there is a dark and a bright side to riches. There are dangers and serious temptations to wealth, but wealth can be a primary means to honor God as well. In this concise booklet Professor Donald Leggett examines this tension and concludes that the prosperity gospel fails to maintain the full biblical witness by ignoring the dangers of being wealthy. Donald Leggett is professor emeritus of Old Testament studies at Tyndale Theological Seminary in Toronto, where he has taught for more than 40 years. He holds a ThM from Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia and a doctorate from the Free University of Amsterdam. He has also taught at the Irish Baptist College, Belfast, at Scott Theological College in Kenya and in India, at the South Asia Institute for Advanced Christian Studies. From 1978 to 2003 he co-pastored Village Green Baptist Church in London, Ontario. He previously authored "The Kinsman Redeemer in the Book of Ruth, " and "Loving God and Disturbing Men." He is married to Linda and they have five grown children now living in various parts of the world.

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Clements Publishing Group

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1894667085

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9781894667081

A Student Guide to Climate and Weather: The Earth and the sun

By: Angus Macleod Gunn

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A Student Guide to Climate and Weather: The Earth and the sun

By: Angus Macleod Gunn

Presents a comprehensive guide to climate and weather, including weather catastrophes, climate patterns, and the weather's relationship with humankind.

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Greenwood

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0313355789

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9780313355783

Book's by Angus M. Gunn

A Student Guide to Climate and Weather [5 volumes]

A Student Guide to Climate and Weather [5 volumes]

Habitat

Habitat

Igniting Student Potential

Igniting Student Potential

Intelligent Design and Fundamentalist Opposition to Evolution

Intelligent Design and Fundamentalist Opposition to Evolution

Evolution and Creationism in the Public Schools

Evolution and Creationism in the Public Schools

The Impact of Geology on the United States

The Impact of Geology on the United States

Theodore Austin-Sparks

Theodore Austin-Sparks

A Student Guide to Climate and Weather: The Earth and the sun

A Student Guide to Climate and Weather: The Earth and the sun

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