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Problem Structuring

Methodology in Practice

By: Mike Yearworth

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Problem Structuring

Methodology in Practice

By: Mike Yearworth

Current perspectives on approaches to problem structuring in operational research and engineering and prospects for problem structuring methods applicable to a wide range of practice. Bridging between operational research (OR) and engineering practice, Problem Structuring: Methodology in Practice is grounded in the emergence of soft OR and its development over time as a distinctively new field, broadening the scope of OR to deal with issues of transforming, strategising, and planning in the context of wicked problems. The book is centred on a methodological framing of intervention processes known as problem structuring methods (PSMs) and the techniques presented are suitable for practitioners across a broad range of disciplines. Written by a highly qualified professor of engineering and management, Problem Structuring: Methodology in Practice contains four linked sections that cover: I. Problem formulation when dealing with wicked problems, justification for a methodological approach, the emergence of soft OR, the relevance of pragmatic philosophy to OR practice. II. Traces debates and issues in OR leading to the emergence of soft OR, comparative analysis of PSMs leading to a generic framework for soft OR practice, addressing practical considerations in delivering PSM interventions. III. Charts the emergence of a problem structuring sensibility in engineering practice, introduces a new PSM based on hierarchical process modelling (HPM) supported by teaching and case studies, makes the case for a processual turn in engineering practice supported by HPM with relevance to OR practice. IV. Evaluation of PSM interventions, survey of applications, use of group support systems, new developments supported by machine learning, recontextualising soft OR practice. Problem Structuring: Methodology in Practice is a thought-provoking and highly valuable resource relevant to all “students of problems.” It is suitable for any UK Level 7 (or equivalent) programme in OR, engineering, or applied social science where a reflective, methodological approach to dealing with wicked problems is an essential requirement for practice.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1119744822

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9781119744825

The Power of Forgetting

Six Essential Skills to Clear Out Brain Clutter and Become the Sharpest, Smartest You

By: Mike Byster

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The Power of Forgetting

Six Essential Skills to Clear Out Brain Clutter and Become the Sharpest, Smartest You

By: Mike Byster

An uncommon guide for accomplishing more every day by engaging the unique skill of forgetting, from the creator of the award-winning memory training system Brainetics Is it possible that the answer to becoming a more efficient and effective thinker is learning how to forget? Yes! Mike Byster will show you how mastering this extraordinary technique—forgetting unnecessary information, sifting through brain clutter, and focusing on only important nuggets of data—will change the quality of your work and life balance forever. Using the six tools in The Power of Forgetting, you’ll learn how to be a more agile thinker and productive individual. You will overcome the staggering volume of daily distractions that lead to to brain fog, an inability to concentrate, lack of creativity, stress, anxiety, nervousness, angst, worry, dread, and even depression. By training your brain with Byster’s exclusive quizzes and games, you’ll develop the critical skills to become more successful in all that you do, each and every day.

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369

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Harmony

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0307985865

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9780307985866

They Came for the Schools

One Town's Fight Over Race and Identity, and the New War for America's Classrooms

By: Mike Hixenbaugh

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They Came for the Schools

One Town's Fight Over Race and Identity, and the New War for America's Classrooms

By: Mike Hixenbaugh

The urgent, revelatory story of how a school board win for the conservative right in one Texas suburb inspired a Christian nationalist campaign now threatening to undermine public education in America—from an NBC investigative reporter and co-creator of the Peabody Award–winning and Pulitzer Prize finalist Southlake podcast. Award-winning journalist Mike Hixenbaugh delivers the immersive and eye-opening story of Southlake, Texas, a district that seemed to offer everything parents would want for their children—small classes, dedicated teachers, financial resources, a track record of academic success, and school spirit in abundance. All this, until a series of racist incidents became public, a plan to promote inclusiveness was proposed in response—and a coordinated, well-funded conservative backlash erupted, lighting the fire of a national movement on the verge of changing the face of public schools across the country. They Came for the Schools pulls back the curtain on the powerful forces driving this crusade to ban books, rewrite curricula, limit rights for minority and LGBTQ students—and, most importantly, to win what Hixenbaugh’s deeply informed reporting convinces is the holy grail among those seeking to impose biblical values on American society: school privatization, one school board and one legal battle at a time. They Came for the Schools delivers an essential take on Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis, as they demean public schools and teachers and boost the Christian right’s vision. Hixenbaugh brings to light fascinating connections between this political and cultural moment and past fundamentalist campaigns to censor classroom lessons. Finally, They Came for the Schools traces the rise of a new resistance movement led by a diverse coalition of student activists, fed-up educators, and parents who are beginning to win select battles of their own: a blueprint, they hope, for gaining inclusive and civil schools for all.

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313

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HarperCollins

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006330726X

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9780063307261

Saving Money Any Way You Can

How to Become a Frugal Family

By: Mike Yorkey

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Saving Money Any Way You Can

How to Become a Frugal Family

By: Mike Yorkey

They say that money doesn't grow on trees, but tell that to the super shoppers in this book. Full of advice and engaging stories from consumers just like you, Saving Money-Any Way You Can takes the mystery out of s-t-r-e-t-c-h-i-n-g your dollars.

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322

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0892838647

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9780892838646

Closer Every Year

The Story of Travis

By: Mike Black

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Closer Every Year

The Story of Travis

By: Mike Black

This unauthorized biography of the group that Melody Maker have called the biggest band in Britain provides a detailed, in-depth account of Travis' career to date including their life on the road trawling the underground gig circuit until they finally found fame.

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156

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1897783191

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Down Thunder Road

The Making of Bruce Springsteen

By: Marc Eliot,Mike Appel

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Down Thunder Road

The Making of Bruce Springsteen

By: Marc Eliot,Mike Appel

Bruce Springsteen and how he became a star.

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402

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Touchstone

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0671868985

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9780671868987

Brand-name Christians

A Devotional for Junior Highers

By: Mike Worley

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Brand-name Christians

A Devotional for Junior Highers

By: Mike Worley

A collection of devotions consisting of selected verses from four of Paul's epistles paired with stories and questions related to their themes.

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148

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Zondervan Publishing Company

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0310302919

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9780310302919

Quest

The Search for Heroes

By: Lea Clark,Cindy Thompson,Mike Thompson,Sandra Wagner Horine

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The Search for Heroes

By: Lea Clark,Cindy Thompson,Mike Thompson,Sandra Wagner Horine

Study heroes of the Bible and their behaviors to become more Christlike.

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132

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Standard Publishing Company

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0784705038

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9780784705032

Touched by the Savior

Compelling Stories of Lives Changed by the Master's Hand

By: Mike Yorkey

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Touched by the Savior

Compelling Stories of Lives Changed by the Master's Hand

By: Mike Yorkey

James Dobson, Chuck Colson, Zig Ziglar, Michael Chang, Bill Bright, Rebecca St. James, and others offer stories of God's power to dramatically transform the lives of everyday people.

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272

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Thomas Nelson Publishers

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0849916070

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9780849916076

Holiday Ideas for Youth Groups

By: Wayne Rice,Mike Yaconelli

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Holiday Ideas for Youth Groups

By: Wayne Rice,Mike Yaconelli

Describes games and special activities for Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and other holidays.

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Zondervan Publishing Company

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0310517311

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9780310517313

Problem Structuring

Methodology in Practice

By: Mike Yearworth

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Problem Structuring

Methodology in Practice

By: Mike Yearworth

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Closer Every Year

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Down Thunder Road

Down Thunder Road

Brand-name Christians

Brand-name Christians

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Touched by the Savior

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Holiday Ideas for Youth Groups

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