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Educating the Respectable

A Study of Fleet Road Board School, Hampstead

By: Professor W E Marsden,W. E. Marsden

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Educating the Respectable

A Study of Fleet Road Board School, Hampstead

By: Professor W E Marsden,W. E. Marsden

Under its first headmaster, W.B. Adams, Fleet Road Board School was an outstanding success, described by a contemporary journal as the finest elementary school in Europe.' This study explains the school's success using contemporary sources, and newspapers and the oral evidence of ex-pupils.

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Routledge

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1135784027

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9781135784027

Dictionary of British Education

By: Professor Peter Gordon,Peter Gordon,Professor Denis Lawton,Denis Lawton

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Dictionary of British Education

By: Professor Peter Gordon,Peter Gordon,Professor Denis Lawton,Denis Lawton

This dictionary is intended to clarify the world of British education mainly by providing an alphabetical list of educational terms, but also by giving historical background to developments where appropriate, and showing, by careful

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Routledge

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113578311X

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9781135783112

When Languages Die : The Extinction of the World's Languages and the Erosion of Human Knowledge

The Extinction of the World's Languages and the Erosion of Human Knowledge

By: K. David Harrison Assistant Professor of Linguistics Swarthmore College

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When Languages Die : The Extinction of the World's Languages and the Erosion of Human Knowledge

The Extinction of the World's Languages and the Erosion of Human Knowledge

By: K. David Harrison Assistant Professor of Linguistics Swarthmore College

It is commonly agreed by linguists and anthropologists that the majority of languages spoken now around the globe will likely disappear within our lifetime. The phenomenon known as language death has started to accelerate as the world has grown smaller. This extinction of languages, and the knowledge therein, has no parallel in human history. K. David Harrison's book is the first to focus on the essential question, what is lost when a language dies? What forms of knowledge are embedded in a language's structure and vocabulary? And how harmful is it to humanity that such knowledge is lost forever? Harrison spans the globe from Siberia, to North America, to the Himalayas and elsewhere, to look at the human knowledge that is slowly being lost as the languages that express it fade from sight. He uses fascinating anecdotes and portraits of some of these languages' last remaining speakers, in order to demonstrate that this knowledge about ourselves and the world is inherently precious and once gone, will be lost forever. This knowledge is not only our cultural heritage (oral histories, poetry, stories, etc.) but very useful knowledge about plants, animals, the seasons, and other aspects of the natural world--not to mention our understanding of the capacities of the human mind. Harrison's book is a testament not only to the pressing issue of language death, but to the remarkable span of human knowledge and ingenuity. It will fascinate linguists, anthropologists, and general readers.

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306

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Oxford University Press, USA

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0198040172

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9780198040170

A History of Western Educational Ideas

By: Professor Peter Gordon,Professor Denis Lawton

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A History of Western Educational Ideas

By: Professor Peter Gordon,Professor Denis Lawton

It is important that all those concerned with education - parents, teachers, administrators and policymakers - should have a reasonable understanding of the present system and how it has developed, sometimes over a period of many years. This work traces the development of Western educational ideas from the Greek society of Socrates, Plato and Aristotle, to the ideas and ideologies behind some of the controversial issues in education today. This book discusses the continuous development of educational thought over three millennia. The focus upon the history of ideas in this volume is partly an attempt to move history of education away from an approach based on 'great men' to technological, economic and political influences on ideas and beliefs. It reviews many issues, ranging from the purposes of education from the earliest times, to the challenge of postmodernism in the present century. The authors provide an accessible and thought-provoking guide to the educational ideas that underlie practice.

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348

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Routledge

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1317827538

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9781317827535

The Black and Ethnic Minority Woman Manager

Cracking the Concrete Ceiling

By: Professor Marilyn J Davidson, Professor

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The Black and Ethnic Minority Woman Manager

Cracking the Concrete Ceiling

By: Professor Marilyn J Davidson, Professor

Based on the author s analysis of in-depth interviews and relevant research literature, this booki nvestigates and explores the experiences, problems and pressures faced by black and ethnic minority women managers in the United Kingdom. To date, research addressing the issues of black managers has been almost exclusively American, predominantly black African-Americans, and the overall amount of published research has been limited. Indeed, studies of black and ethnic minority professional women, especially in corporate settings, have been virtually excluded from the growing body of research on women in management. This book has been written to fill this gap.

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1032

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Sage

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1446223620

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9781446223628

The Social Condition of Humanity

By: IRVING. BRYM ZEITLIN (PROFESSOR OF SOCIOLOGY ROBERT J.),Robert J. Brym,Irving M. Zeitlin

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The Social Condition of Humanity

By: IRVING. BRYM ZEITLIN (PROFESSOR OF SOCIOLOGY ROBERT J.),Robert J. Brym,Irving M. Zeitlin

This stimulating introduction to the sociological perspective now in its first Canadian edition acquaints students with the classic foundations of sociological analysis. Informed throughout by sociological theory and historical background, the book addresses controversial issues and key questions concerning the human condition. The Social Condition of Humanity is a critical yet generous and even-handed treatment of classical and modern theorists that constitutes a vigorous and satisfying presentation of sociology as a discipline. This new Canadian edition updates the text and discusses Canadian research, providing new material on subjects such as race and ethnicity, the family, economic development, cities, crime, and social stratification, particularly concerning Canadian society, as well as a new final chapter on the most pressing social issue of the day: the environmental crisis.

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Torotno : Oxford University Press

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019540811X

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9780195408119

National Security Law

2004-2005 Supplement

By: Stephen Dycus,Arthur L Berney,Professor of Law William C Banks,Glen Earl Weston Research Professor of Law National Law Center Peter Raven-Hansen

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National Security Law

2004-2005 Supplement

By: Stephen Dycus,Arthur L Berney,Professor of Law William C Banks,Glen Earl Weston Research Professor of Law National Law Center Peter Raven-Hansen

This well-timed 2004 Case Supplement complements and updates National Security Law, Third Edition, with the addition of major new cases from the 2003-2004 U.S. Supreme Court term. Significant cases and issues include: Hamdi v. Rumsfeld & Rumsfeld v. Padilla - the authority of the government to hold American citizens as enemy combatants (decision expected in June) Humanitarian Law Project v. Reno - First Amendment limits on regulation of contributions to terrorist organizations United States v. Alvarez-Machain - 1990 kidnapping by U.S. Agents in Mexico; this case reviews questions about the roles of Congress And The courts, and about the application of international law as it refers To The nation¿s security United States v. Moussaoui - aspects of the case of the ¿twentieth 9/11 hijacker - were addressed in a Fourth Circuit decision handed down in April 2004 and will be addressed in the new supplement Homeland Security Act - new documents regarding the act's organization and describing its work will be included 9/11 Independent Commission - critically important questions about executive privilege, sharing information between and within the intelligence and law enforcement communities, and reorganization of the intelligence community

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316

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Aspen Publishers

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0735551685

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9780735551688

America

Past and Present to 1877

By: George W Littlefield Professor of American History Robert A Divine,Robert A. Divine,William Smith Mason Professor of American History T H Breen,George M. Fredrickson,R. Hal Williams,Ariela J. Gross,H. W. Brands,Distinguished Professor of History Randy Roberts,Edgar E Robinson Professor of United States History Emeritus George M Fredrickson,Professor of Law Ariela J Gross

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America

Past and Present to 1877

The Primary Sources Edition of America Past and Present integrates the social and political dimensions of American history into one rich chronological narrative and includes two to three primary sources per chapter with critical thinking questions for each source. This edition features all of the strengths found in the successful comprehensive text: a compelling narrative, clear organization, and exceptional pedagogy. An attractive four-color design highlighted with numerous maps and photos will engage students and instructors alike.

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470

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Longman Publishing Group

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0321365720

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9780321365729

Western Civilization

Ideas, Politics and Society - From the 1600's

By: Marvin B. Perry,Myrna Chase,James R. Jacob,Professor of History and Sociology of Science Margaret C Jacob,Frances and Jacob Hiatt Professor of European History Theodore H Von Laue

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Western Civilization

Ideas, Politics and Society - From the 1600's

By: Marvin B. Perry,Myrna Chase,James R. Jacob,Professor of History and Sociology of Science Margaret C Jacob,Frances and Jacob Hiatt Professor of European History Theodore H Von Laue

This survey text presents the Western intellectual tradition within a chronology of political history. Known for its accessible writing style, Western Civilization appeals to students and instructors alike for its brevity, clarity, and careful selection of content. New technology resources, including Houghton Mifflin's Eduspace course management system, make learning more engaging and instruction more efficient.In the Eighth Edition, several new pedagogical features support students throughout the term. Chapter-opening focus questions direct students to important themes, while a glossary reinforces key terms and concepts. New icons in the text direct students to online resources such as maps, primary sources, and practice test questions. In addition, the new edition retains many popular features, including comparative timelines, full-color maps with physical geography essays, and primary source excerpts.

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0618613021

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9780618613021

Since 1865

The Brief American Pageant: A History of the Republic

By: Kennedy,David M. Kennedy,Lizabeth Cohen,Professor Thomas Andrew Bailey,Mel Piehl

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The Brief American Pageant: A History of the Republic

By: Kennedy,David M. Kennedy,Lizabeth Cohen,Professor Thomas Andrew Bailey,Mel Piehl

The Brief American Pageant retains the vivid chronological narrative of its full-length counterpart, focusing on the great public debates that have dominated American history. Engaging features draw students into the narrative, improving comprehension and increasing their interest in the material. "Varying Viewpoints" features explore the scholarly debates surrounding major historical issues, while "Makers of America" essays focus on the diverse ethnic, racial, and activist groups that compose America's pluralistic society.

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Cengage Learning

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0618332707

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9780618332700

To 1877

The Brief American Pageant: A History of the Republic

By: Kennedy,David M. Kennedy,Lizabeth Cohen,Professor Thomas Andrew Bailey,Mel Piehl

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To 1877

The Brief American Pageant: A History of the Republic

By: Kennedy,David M. Kennedy,Lizabeth Cohen,Professor Thomas Andrew Bailey,Mel Piehl

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0618332693

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9780618332694

Dictionary of British Education

By: Professor Peter Gordon,Peter Gordon,Professor Denis Lawton,Denis Lawton

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Dictionary of British Education

By: Professor Peter Gordon,Peter Gordon,Professor Denis Lawton,Denis Lawton

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Routledge

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113578311X

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Movies and Money

Financing the American Film Industry

By: Professor Janet Wasko

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Movies and Money

Financing the American Film Industry

By: Professor Janet Wasko

This volume is the first in-depth study of the relationship between Hollywood and its financiers from the early film entrepeneuers who established the trade at the turn of the century, through the present day multinational, diversified film coporations that dominate the communication/entertainment industry of the world. Specific case studies are drawn from primary sources and crucial questions of financial control and corporate power are examined in light of their broader implications for media production and distribution.

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Praeger

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0893911313

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9780893911317

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Educating the Respectable

Educating the Respectable

Dictionary of British Education

Dictionary of British Education

When Languages Die : The Extinction of the World's Languages and the Erosion of Human Knowledge

When Languages Die : The Extinction of the World's Languages and the Erosion of Human Knowledge

A History of Western Educational Ideas

A History of Western Educational Ideas

The Black and Ethnic Minority Woman Manager

The Black and Ethnic Minority Woman Manager

The Social Condition of Humanity

The Social Condition of Humanity

National Security Law

National Security Law

America

America

Western Civilization

Western Civilization

Since 1865

Since 1865

To 1877

To 1877

Dictionary of British Education

Dictionary of British Education

Movies and Money

Movies and Money

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