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Can We Teach Children to Be Good?

By: Roger Straughan

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Can We Teach Children to Be Good?

By: Roger Straughan

The apparently straightforward question 'Can we teach children to be good?' cannot be properly understood without a great deal of careful thinking about the philosophical issues involved. Teachers and parents often assume that what the question means and how it should be answered are self-evidently matters of plain 'commonsense', but the dangers of such assumptions are laid bare by the probing approach of this book. After reflecting on the terms 'goodness' and 'teaching' it proceeds to describe and critically examine a number of attempts to define the nature of morality in terms of its form or its content, thereby teasing out the many conflicting views of moral education which follow from these theories. No one account of morality or 'moral education' is found to be wholly satisfactory and a synthesis is offered in the final chapter, which suggests a variety of practical teaching strategies.

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Routledge

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041569924X

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The Medium and the Minister

Who on Earth Knows about the Afterlife?

By: Roger Straughan

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The Medium and the Minister

Who on Earth Knows about the Afterlife?

By: Roger Straughan

You don't have to 'be religious' to believe there may be a life after death! The Medium and the Minister explores psychical and religious approaches to the possibility of an afterlife. The tensions and conflicts between these two approaches and the heated controversies they have generated are illustrated by a number of case studies. These focus on the challenges posed by psychical research and spiritualism to orthodox religion as the ultimate authority for information and teaching about the afterlife. Prominence is given initially to the campaigns of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Sir Oliver Lodge which aimed to publicise the psychical evidence and to the Church’s reaction to them. Later developments and initiatives to try to reconcile the opposing positions are then examined in the light of further psychical research. The issues raised are shown to be still highly relevant to current beliefs and attitudes and to the question of what might constitute evidence for life after death.

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John Hunt Publishing

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1789048818

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9781789048810

Improving Nature?

The Science and Ethics of Genetic Engineering

By: Michael J. Reiss,Roger Straughan

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Improving Nature?

The Science and Ethics of Genetic Engineering

By: Michael J. Reiss,Roger Straughan

Little more than a decade ago the term "genetic engineering" was hardly known outside research laboratories. Today it regularly makes headlines. Those in favor of genetic engineering--and those against it--tell us that it has the potential to change our lives perhaps more than any other scientific or technological advance. But what are the likely consequences of genetic engineering? Is it ethically acceptable? Should we be trying to improve on nature? In Improving Nature?, the authors, a biologist and a moral philosopher, examine the implications of genetic engineering in every aspect of our lives. The underlying science is clearly explained and the moral and ethical considerations are fully disussed, resulting in a wide-ranging, balanced overview of a controversial subject. Michael Jonathan Reiss, a biologist, is Professor of Science Education and Head of Science & Technology, University of London Institute of Education. He is the author of Understanding Science Lessons (Open University Press, 2000). Roger Straughan is Reader in Education at the University of Reading. He is the author of Beliefs, Behaviour and Education (Cassell Academic, 1989). Previous paperback edition (1996) 0-521-63754-6

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Cambridge University Press

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0521008476

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9780521008471

Can We Teach Children to be Good? (RLE Edu K)

By: Roger Straughan

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Can We Teach Children to be Good? (RLE Edu K)

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1136485929

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A Study in Survival

Conan Doyle Solves the Final Problem

By: Roger Straughan

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A Study in Survival

Conan Doyle Solves the Final Problem

By: Roger Straughan

Here is dramatic new evidence for the survival of our individual personalities after death. It is provided by an astonishing series of recent communications from a man who died in 1930 and whose mission, when alive, was to bring just such evidence to the notice of the widest possible audience - Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

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John Hunt Publishing

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1846942403

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A Study in Survival

Conan Doyle Solves the Final Problem

By: Roger Straughan

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A Study in Survival

Conan Doyle Solves the Final Problem

By: Roger Straughan

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Computational Methods for Fluid-Structure Interaction

By: Jean-Marie Crolet,Roger Ohayon

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Computational Methods for Fluid-Structure Interaction

By: Jean-Marie Crolet,Roger Ohayon

Fluid-structure interaction is a new theme of investigation in computational methods, covering many applications in both engineering and medical sciences. This book deals with various examples of interaction between a fluid and a structure, and each author presents, for the different problems involved, the method which is considered to be the most appropriate.

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CRC Press

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0582236916

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9780582236912

Roger Ebert's Movie Yearbook 2012

By: Roger Ebert

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Roger Ebert's Movie Yearbook 2012

By: Roger Ebert

A collection of reviews from the past 30 months by the influential Pulitzer Prize-winning critic includes such entries as an interview with Justin Timberlake, a tribute to Blake Edward and an essay on the Oscars. Original.

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Andrews McMeel Publishing

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1449408133

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Infinite-Dimensional Dynamical Systems in Mechanics and Physics

By: Roger Temam

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Infinite-Dimensional Dynamical Systems in Mechanics and Physics

By: Roger Temam

In this book the author presents the dynamical systems in infinite dimension, especially those generated by dissipative partial differential equations. This book attempts a systematic study of infinite dimensional dynamical systems generated by dissipative evolution partial differential equations arising in mechanics and physics and in other areas of sciences and technology. This second edition has been updated and extended.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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1461206456

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Roger Ebert's Movie Yearbook 2011

By: Roger Ebert

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Roger Ebert's Movie Yearbook 2011

By: Roger Ebert

Reviews originally appeared in the Chicago sun-times.

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Andrews McMeel Publishing

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0740797697

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Roger Ebert's Movie Yearbook 2013

Every Single New Ebert Review

By: Roger Ebert

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Roger Ebert's Movie Yearbook 2013

Every Single New Ebert Review

By: Roger Ebert

Roger Ebert’s “criticism shows a nearly unequaled grasp of film history and technique, and formidable intellectual range. . . .” —New York Times Pulitzer Prize–winning film critic Roger Ebert presents more than 600 full-length critical movie reviews, along with interviews, tributes, and journal entries inside Roger Ebert’s Movie Yearbook 2013. It includes every movie review Ebert has written from January 2010 to July 2012. Also included in the Yearbook: In-depth interviews with newsmakers and celebrities Tributes to those in the film industry who have passed away recently Essays on the Oscars, reports from the Toronto Film Festival, and entries into Ebert's Little Movie Glossary

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Andrews McMeel Publishing

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1449423116

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Advances in Continuum Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Material Behavior

In Recognition of the 60th Birthday of Roger L. Fosdick

By: Roger Fosdick

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Advances in Continuum Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Material Behavior

In Recognition of the 60th Birthday of Roger L. Fosdick

By: Roger Fosdick

The papers included in this volume were presented at the Symposium on Advances in the Continuum Mechanics and Thermodynamics of Material Behavior, held as part of the 1999 Joint ASME Applied Mechanics and Materials Summer Conference at Virginia Tech on June 27-30, 1999. The Symposium was held in honor of Professor Roger L. Fosdick on his 60th birthday. The papers are written by prominent researchers in the fields of mechanics, thermodynamics, materials modeling, and applied mathematics. They address open questions and present the latest development in these and related areas. This volume is a valuable reference for researchers and graduate students in universities and research laboratories.

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Springer Science & Business Media

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0792369718

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9780792369714

Changing Theories And Practices Of Discipline

By: Roger Slee

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Changing Theories And Practices Of Discipline

By: Roger Slee

Behaviour problems" in our schools occupy a considerable part of the education agenda and media attention. The major thrust of the literature has been on the provision of "new classroom management approaches". Too often these "packages" are inappropriate to the specific context of the school and its pupils. There are no "quick-fix" solutions. In this book, Slee proposes a critical re-examination of the school discipline issue. In doing so, he provides an overview of policy change; an examination of the major schools of thought on student discipline; a reconsideration of the context in which young people, teachers and schools now find themselves; and practical responses for addressing all levels of discipline policy making.

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Routledge

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1317957954

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Competency-based Education and Training

Between a Rock and a Whirlpool

By: Roger Harris,Barry Hobart,David Lundberg

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Competency-based Education and Training

Between a Rock and a Whirlpool

By: Roger Harris,Barry Hobart,David Lundberg

Paperback edition of a text which discusses the history of competency-based education and training in Australia and internationally. Analyses the major issues relating to competency and provides step-by-step applications of competency-based education and training. Includes an index and bibliography. Barry Hobart is a professor and Roger Harris an associate professor in adult education and human resource development at the University of South Australia. Hugh Guthrie is a senior research fellow and David Lundberg is the research manager at the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

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Macmillan Education AU

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0732927811

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9780732927813

Spectral Methods for Incompressible Viscous Flow

By: Roger Peyret

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Spectral Methods for Incompressible Viscous Flow

By: Roger Peyret

This well-written book explains the theory of spectral methods and their application to the computation of viscous incompressible fluid flow, in clear and elementary terms. With many examples throughout, the work will be useful to those teaching at the graduate level, as well as to researchers working in the area.

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0387952217

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9780387952215

Russell & Rubinstein's Pathology of Tumors of the Nervous System 7Ed

By: Roger McLendon,Marc Rosenblum,Darell Bigner

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Russell & Rubinstein's Pathology of Tumors of the Nervous System 7Ed

By: Roger McLendon,Marc Rosenblum,Darell Bigner

This is the leading international professional reference text that also serves as a bench book, describing all aspects of the pathology of brain tumours - genetics, molecular biology, epidemiology, morphology, immunohistochemistry, diagnostic criteria and prognosis. Beautifully illustrated in colour throughout and comprehensively referenc

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1444113437

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Polymers in Agriculture and Horticulture

By: Roger P. Brown

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Polymers in Agriculture and Horticulture

By: Roger P. Brown

Polymers have been used in agriculture and horticulture since the middle of the last century. There is a tremendous potential for using polymers in agriculture and our fields and garden would look very different if we did not use polymers in them. This review traces the history of polymer use, discusses the markets for polymers in these applications, and describes in detail the different types of polymers that can be used and their specific applications. An additional indexed section containing several hundred abstracts from the Polymer Library gives useful references for further reading.

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iSmithers Rapra Publishing

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1859574602

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9781859574607

Roger Ebert's Movie Yearbook 2010

By: Roger Ebert

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Roger Ebert's Movie Yearbook 2010

By: Roger Ebert

Roger Ebert's Movie Yearbook 2010 is the ultimate source for movies, movie reviews, and much more. For nearly 25 years, Roger Ebert's annual collection has been recognized as the preeminent source for full-length critical movie reviews, and his 2010 yearbook does not disappoint. The yearbook includes every review Ebert has written from January 2007 to July 2009. It also includes interviews, essays, tributes, and all-new questions and answers from his Questions for the Movie Answer Man columns. Fans get a bonus feature, too, with new entries to Ebert's Little Movie Glossary. This is the must-have go-to guide for movie fanatics.

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Andrews McMeel Publishing

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0740792180

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9780740792182

Law and Human Genetics

Regulating a Revolution

By: Roger Brownsword,William Cornish,Margaret Llewelyn

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Law and Human Genetics

Regulating a Revolution

By: Roger Brownsword,William Cornish,Margaret Llewelyn

As developments in human genetics proceed apace,the regulation of genetic research and its applications is set to represent one of the major legal challenges of the next century. At every turn - in the fields of medicine and commerce, in insurance and employment, in the family and even in the criminal justice system - advances in human genetics threaten to transform our understanding of ourselves and the basis upon which we relate to one another. This special issue of the Modern Law Review addresses a range of key issues - conceptual, ethical, political and practical - arising from the regulatory challenge confronting the law in the face of the genetic revolution.

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Bloomsbury Publishing

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1847312969

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Glaucoma E-Book

By: Tarek M. Shaarawy,Mark B. Sherwood,Roger A. Hitchings,Jonathan G. Crowston

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Glaucoma E-Book

By: Tarek M. Shaarawy,Mark B. Sherwood,Roger A. Hitchings,Jonathan G. Crowston

As the irreversible effects of glaucoma can lead to blindness, there is high demand for early diagnosis and an ongoing need for practitioners to adopt new and evolving medical and surgical treatment options to improve patient outcomes. Glaucoma, Second Edition is the most comprehensive resource in the field delivering expert guidance for the most timely and effective diagnosis and treatment of glaucoma – aimed at specialists, fellows and general ophthalmologists. More than 300 contributors from six continents provide a truly global perspective and explore new approaches in this user friendly reference which has been updated with enhanced images, more spotlights, new videos, and more. - Get all the accuracy, expertise, and dependability you could ask for from leading specialists across six continents, for expert guidance and a fresh understanding of the subject. - Develop a thorough, clinically relevant understanding of all aspects of adult and pediatric glaucoma in Volume One, and the latest diagnostic imaging techniques including ultrasound biomicroscopy and optical coherence tomography. - Stay at the forefront of your field with 10 brand new chapters on trending topics including: new surgical approaches such as trabeculotomy and canaloplasty; glaucoma implications in cataract and ocular surface disease; and, updates in the cost-effectiveness of medical management. - Avoid pitfalls and achieve the best outcomes thanks to more than 40 brand new spotlight commentaries from key leaders providing added insight, tips and pearls of wisdom across varying hot topics and advances in the field. - Refine and improve your surgical skills by watching over 50 video clips depicting the latest techniques and procedures including: new trabeculectomy methods, needling, implants, valve complications, and more. - Prevent and plan for complications in advance by examining over 1,600 illustrations, photos and graphics (1,250 in color) capturing essential diagnostics techniques, imaging methods and surgical approaches. - Grasp each procedure and review key steps quickly with chapter summary boxes that provide at-a-glance quick comprehension of the key take away points. - Broaden your surgical repertoire with the latest surgical techniques - such as trabeculectomy, gonio-surgery, combined surgeries, and implant procedures - in Volume Two. - Glean all essential, up-to-date, need-to-know information about stem cell research, gene transfer, and implants. - Find answers fast thanks to a well-organized, user-friendly full-color layout. - eBook version included with purchase.

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