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Certified Professional Maintenance Manager Review Pack

By: Monte Anderson, CHFM, CPE, CPMM,Larry K. Beck, Principal,Lane Pierce, CPE, CPMM,Jim Taylor, CPE, CPMM,Robert M. Williamson, CPMM,Wayne P. Saya, CPE, CPMM,Stephen W. Nicholas, CAFS,Dennis M. Hydrick, CPE, CPMM,Joel Levitt, CPMM, CRL,Larry G. DeVries, CPMM,Darren Eskind, CPMM,Tim Trout, CPMM,Terry Wireman, CPMM,Larry Ross, P.E., CPE,Edward F. Gagnon, CEA, CEM, CPE, CPMM, CPS,Kenneth Walker, CPMM, CPS,Larson Wood, CPMM,Rene Hernandez, CPMM, CPS,Stephen Brown, CPE

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Both plant / facilities maintenance professionals and property management executives must confront a wide variety of complex issues. Therefore, they must possess an extensive knowledge of the many facets of maintenance management. Earning the Certified Professional Maintenance Manager credential will indicate to both your employer and industry officials, that you possess in-depth expertise in plant and facilities maintenance management. The CPMM program is updated annually to keep it on the cutting edge of techniques and technologies in maintenance management.

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Human Resource Transformation

Demonstrating Strategic Leadership in the Face of Future Trends

By: William J. Rothwell,Robert K. Prescott,Maria W. Taylor

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Human Resource Transformation

Demonstrating Strategic Leadership in the Face of Future Trends

By: William J. Rothwell,Robert K. Prescott,Maria W. Taylor

From this experienced author team whose previous book, Strategic Human Resource Leader, first introduced the concept of HR transformation, comes this detailed exploration of today's workforce and workplace trends that drive the need for HR to radically rethink, reinvent, and reposition its role within the organization. With data culled from the authors' first-ever 20+year longitudianl study of how general managers view HR's focus and performance, Human Resource Transformation explores the new role of HR leadership, especially when facing the challenges of outsourcing, and presents an action plan for aligning and implementing a new agenda for connecting the HR function to the success of the organization.

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Marijuana Politics

Uncovering the Troublesome History and Social Costs of Criminalization

By: Robert M. Hardaway

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Marijuana Politics

Uncovering the Troublesome History and Social Costs of Criminalization

By: Robert M. Hardaway

What is the big deal about cannabis? This book covers everything from botany to the historical uses and common misconceptions of cannabis, with a focus on the political process of prohibition and legalization of cannabis in the United States. Why is marijuana-to which few if any deaths can be attributed-generally banned in the United States, while cigarettes and liquor-which unquestionably kill millions-are currently legal? This question can best be explained through an investigation of the historical context of cannabis in our country. This book documents the long history of marijuana use, the turbulent path of the prohibition of cannabis use, the issues regarding present-day legalization, and the modern implications of both medical and recreational cannabis. It provides compelling insight from multiple academic disciplines, including sociology, political science, economics, medicine, and health, and in particular from the history of the American experience with the criminalization of liquor, gambling, prostitution, and cigarettes. Marijuana Politics: Uncovering the Troublesome History and Social Costs of Criminalization examines the current trend toward the legalization of marijuana in the context of the American experience with particular emphasis on political, social, and constitutional developments in the United States beginning in the 20th century. It compares the trend toward marijuana legalization to Prohibition and U.S. laws regarding the consumption of alcohol and analyzes legal developments in comparable areas such as the regulation of other vices and hard drugs like cocaine and heroin. This book is accessible to both casual readers and academic students and provides a robust understanding of the both historical and modern aspects of the drug itself and legalization, regardless of the reader's individual beliefs on the use of cannabis.

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Hard Facts, Dangerous Half-Truths, and Total Nonsense

Profiting from Evidence-based Management

By: Jeffrey Pfeffer,Robert I. Sutton

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Hard Facts, Dangerous Half-Truths, and Total Nonsense

Profiting from Evidence-based Management

By: Jeffrey Pfeffer,Robert I. Sutton

The best organizations have the best talent. . . Financial incentives drive company performance. . . Firms must change or die. Popular axioms like these drive business decisions every day. Yet too much common management “wisdom” isn’t wise at all—but, instead, flawed knowledge based on “best practices” that are actually poor, incomplete, or outright obsolete. Worse, legions of managers use this dubious knowledge to make decisions that are hazardous to organizational health. Jeffrey Pfeffer and Robert I. Sutton show how companies can bolster performance and trump the competition through evidence-based management, an approach to decision-making and action that is driven by hard facts rather than half-truths or hype. This book guides managers in using this approach to dismantle six widely held—but ultimately flawed—management beliefs in core areas including leadership, strategy, change, talent, financial incentives, and work-life balance. The authors show managers how to find and apply the best practices for their companies, rather than blindly copy what seems to have worked elsewhere. This practical and candid book challenges leaders to commit to evidence-based management as a way of organizational life—and shows how to finally turn this common sense into common practice.

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Harvard Business Press

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1422154580

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Bayesian Networks in Educational Assessment

By: Russell G. Almond,Robert J. Mislevy,Linda S. Steinberg,Duanli Yan,David M. Williamson

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Bayesian Networks in Educational Assessment

By: Russell G. Almond,Robert J. Mislevy,Linda S. Steinberg,Duanli Yan,David M. Williamson

Bayesian inference networks, a synthesis of statistics and expert systems, have advanced reasoning under uncertainty in medicine, business, and social sciences. This innovative volume is the first comprehensive treatment exploring how they can be applied to design and analyze innovative educational assessments. Part I develops Bayes nets’ foundations in assessment, statistics, and graph theory, and works through the real-time updating algorithm. Part II addresses parametric forms for use with assessment, model-checking techniques, and estimation with the EM algorithm and Markov chain Monte Carlo (MCMC). A unique feature is the volume’s grounding in Evidence-Centered Design (ECD) framework for assessment design. This “design forward” approach enables designers to take full advantage of Bayes nets’ modularity and ability to model complex evidentiary relationships that arise from performance in interactive, technology-rich assessments such as simulations. Part III describes ECD, situates Bayes nets as an integral component of a principled design process, and illustrates the ideas with an in-depth look at the BioMass project: An interactive, standards-based, web-delivered demonstration assessment of science inquiry in genetics. This book is both a resource for professionals interested in assessment and advanced students. Its clear exposition, worked-through numerical examples, and demonstrations from real and didactic applications provide invaluable illustrations of how to use Bayes nets in educational assessment. Exercises follow each chapter, and the online companion site provides a glossary, data sets and problem setups, and links to computational resources.

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1493921258

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Comparative Health Policy

By: Robert H. Blank,Viola Burau,Ellen Kuhlmann

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Comparative Health Policy

By: Robert H. Blank,Viola Burau,Ellen Kuhlmann

A broad-ranging introduction to the provision, funding and governance of health care across a variety of systems. This revised fifth edition incorporates additional material on low/middle income countries, as well as broadened coverage relating to healthcare outside of hospitals and the ever-increasing diversity of the healthcare workforce today.

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Assessing Performance

Designing, Scoring, and Validating Performance Tasks

By: Robert L. Johnson,James A. Penny,Belita Gordon

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Assessing Performance

Designing, Scoring, and Validating Performance Tasks

By: Robert L. Johnson,James A. Penny,Belita Gordon

A comprehensive resource for assessment practitioners, this book provides step-by-step guidance for developing, administering, scoring, and validating a range of performance tasks, including literacy and other types of proficiency assessments. The authors explore how to establish the purpose of the assessment and how to develop scoring tools, train raters, reduce rater bias, review scores and report results, and use item-level and test-level analyses to optimize reliability and validity. Clearly written and well organized, the book includes many practical examples and accessible explanations of concepts and statistical procedures. It encompasses the breadth of applications of performance assessment today, from educational testing and the credentialing of professionals to research and program evaluation. User-friendly features include: *Checklists of activities to complete at each stage of a performance assessment *End-of-chapter questions to facilitate self-study *Annotated suggestions for further reading *A quick-reference glossary of terms *Examples drawn from multiple educational and professional licensure contexts

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1606237446

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Pediatric Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease E-Book

By: Robert Wyllie,Jeffrey S. Hyams

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Pediatric Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease E-Book

By: Robert Wyllie,Jeffrey S. Hyams

Pediatric Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease, by Drs. Robert Wyllie and Jeffrey S. Hyams provides the comprehensive reference you need to treat GI diseases in children. Review the latest developments in the field and get up-to-date clinical information on hot topics like polyps, capsule endoscopy, and pancreatic treatments. With expert guidance from an expanded international author base and online access to 475 board-review-style questions, this latest edition is a must-have for every practicing gastroenterologist. Confirm each diagnosis by consulting a section, organized by symptoms, that presents the full range of differential diagnoses and treatment options for each specific condition. Recognize disease processes at a glance with detailed diagrams that accurately illustrate complex concepts. Stay current with advances in the field by reviewing new chapters on Polyps and Polyposis Syndromes, Capsule Endoscopy and Small Bowel Enteroscopy, Small Bowel Transplantation, IBD, Short Gut Syndrome, Steatosis and Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, and Pancreatic and Islet Cell Transplants. Gain fresh global perspectives from an expanded list of expert international contributors. Sharpen your visual recognition by accessing a color-plate section that displays additional endoscopy images. Prepare for certification or recertification with 475 online board review-style questions, answers, and rationales.

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1437735665

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Computational Logic: Logic Programming and Beyond

Essays in Honour of Robert A. Kowalski

By: Robert Kowalski

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Computational Logic: Logic Programming and Beyond

Essays in Honour of Robert A. Kowalski

By: Robert Kowalski

The book contains the proceedings of the 12th European Testis Workshop and gives an excellent overview of the state of the art in testicular research. The chapters are written by leading scientists in the field of male reproduction, who were selceted on the basis of their specific area of research. The book covers all important aspects of testicular functioning, for example, Sertoli and Leydig cell functioning, spermatogonial development and transplantation, meiosis and spermiogenesis. Even for those investigators who were not present at the workshop, this volume provides a clear impression of the topics discussed during that meeting.

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Nelson Essentials of Pediatrics E-Book

By: Karen Marcdante,Robert Kliegman

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Nelson Essentials of Pediatrics E-Book

By: Karen Marcdante,Robert Kliegman

Part of the highly regarded Nelson family of pediatric references, Nelson Essentials of Pediatrics, 8th Edition, is a concise, focused resource for medical students, pediatric residents, PAs, and nurse practitioners. Ideal for pediatric residencies, clerkships, and exams, this 8th Edition offers a readable, full-color format; high-yield, targeted chapters; and new features that make it even more user-friendly for today's in-training professionals or practitioners. - Focuses on the core knowledge you need to know, while also providing complete coverage of recent advances in pediatrics. Coverage includes normal childhood growth and development, as well as the diagnosis, management, and prevention of common pediatric diseases and disorders. - Includes new Pearls for Practitioners bullets at the end of each section, providing key clinical points and treatment information. - Features well written, high-yield coverage throughout, following COMSEP curriculum guidelines relevant to your pediatric clerkship or rotation. - Uses a full-color format with images and numerous new tables throughout, so you can easily visualize complex information. - Provides real-world insights from chapter authors who are also Clerkship Directors, helping you gain the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed both in caring for patients and in preparing for clerkship or in-service examinations

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0323528066

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Canine and Feline Gastroenterology

By: Robert J. Washabau,Michael J. Day

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Canine and Feline Gastroenterology

By: Robert J. Washabau,Michael J. Day

A comprehensive reference standard for the discipline, Canine and Feline Gastroenterology covers the biology, pathobiology, and diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal, pancreatic, and hepatobiliary systems. An international team of experts, including 85 authors from 17 different countries, led by Robert Washabau and Michael Day, covers everything from minor problems such as adverse food reactions to debilitating inflammatory, infectious, metabolic, and neoplastic diseases of the digestive system. This authoritative text utilizes an evidence-based approach to reflect the latest science and research, complemented by principles of problem solving, algorithms to improve clinical diagnoses, and extensive full-color illustrations. For generalists and specialists alike, this gastroenterology reference should be part of every serious practitioner's professional library. - A comprehensive, 928-page reference standard covers the discipline of canine and feline gastroenterology. - An international focus is provided by 85 authors from 17 different countries, including renowned experts in veterinary gastroenterology, internal medicine, pathology, clinical pathology, radiology, and infectious disease. - Coverage of the entire breadth and depth of gastroenterology ranges from biology to pathobiology, as well as diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal, pancreatic, and hepatobiliary systems. - Current information on GI microflora, immunology, cellular growth, and systems integration provides a foundation for treating clinical problems. - Coverage of diseases in dogs and cats includes the oral cavity, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, colon, anorectum, liver and biliary tract, exocrine pancreas, peritoneum, and associated vasculature. - A focus on patient management examines the full range of procedures and techniques essential to diagnosis and treatment from clinical signs and diagnosis to nutritional support and pharmacologic management of disease. - Clear explanations of current diagnostic modalities include laboratory tests, molecular methods, diagnostic imaging, endoscopy, and histopathology, also showing how to interpret and utilize results. - A strong clinical approach emphasizes need-to-know information for managing the common and not-so-common G.I. clinical problems of everyday practice. - Full-color photographs and illustrations depict concepts, conditions, and procedures. - An evidence-based medicine perspective reflects the latest research as well as the modern practice of veterinary medicine. - Logical, coherent, and consistent internal organization makes this a reader-friendly edition. - Problem-based algorithms help in diagnosing every G.I. clinical problem from A to Z. - A stand-alone section on the pharmacologic approach to G.I. disease offers quick and easy drug reference.

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Global Change and the Earth System

A Planet Under Pressure

By: Will Steffen,Regina Angelina Sanderson,Peter D. Tyson,Jill Jäger,Pamela A. Matson,Berrien Moore III,Frank Oldfield,Katherine Richardson,Hans-Joachim Schellnhuber,Billie L. Turner,Robert J. Wasson

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Global Change and the Earth System

A Planet Under Pressure

Global Change and the Earth System describes what is known about the Earth system and the impact of changes caused by humans. It considers the consequences of these changes with respect to the stability of the Earth system and the well-being of humankind; as well as exploring future paths towards Earth-system science in support of global sustainability. The results presented here are based on 10 years of research on global change by many of the world's most eminent scholars. This valuable volume achieves a new level of integration and interdisciplinarity in treating global change.

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The World Almanac and Book of Facts 1998

By: Robert Famighetti

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The World Almanac and Book of Facts 1998

By: Robert Famighetti

This book includes the year in review, economy and business, computers, science and technology, noted personalities, sports, vital statistics, and more.

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Nanomedicine, Volume IIA

Biocompatibility

By: Robert A. Freitas

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Nanomedicine, Volume IIA

Biocompatibility

By: Robert A. Freitas

The safety, effectiveness, and utility of medical nanorobotic devices will critically depend upon their biocompatibility with human organs, tissues, cells, and biochemical systems. In this Volume, we broaden the definition of nanomedical biocompatibility to include all of the mechanical, physiological, immunological, cytological, and biochemical re

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Certified Professional Maintenance Manager Review Pack

Certified Professional Maintenance Manager Review Pack

Human Resource Transformation

Human Resource Transformation

Marijuana Politics

Marijuana Politics

Hard Facts, Dangerous Half-Truths, and Total Nonsense

Hard Facts, Dangerous Half-Truths, and Total Nonsense

Bayesian Networks in Educational Assessment

Bayesian Networks in Educational Assessment

Comparative Health Policy

Comparative Health Policy

Assessing Performance

Assessing Performance

Pediatric Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease E-Book

Pediatric Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease E-Book

Computational Logic: Logic Programming and Beyond

Computational Logic: Logic Programming and Beyond

Nelson Essentials of Pediatrics E-Book

Nelson Essentials of Pediatrics E-Book

Canine and Feline Gastroenterology

Canine and Feline Gastroenterology

Global Change and the Earth System

Global Change and the Earth System

The World Almanac and Book of Facts 1998

The World Almanac and Book of Facts 1998

Nanomedicine, Volume IIA

Nanomedicine, Volume IIA

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