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Encyclopedia of Women in the American West

Arranged alphabetically, discusses the lives of more than 150 Western women who have made contributions to American society in such fields as law, education, public performance, and religion.

The professionals at Sage Reference made this volume possible with guidance,
enthusiasm, and a critical eye. In particular, we thank Rolfe A. Janke, Jerry
Westby, Claudia Hoffman, and Leticia Gutierrez for their support, professionalism,
and prompt responses to so many questions over the past three years. Barbara
Coster, our copy editor, brought consistency with good questions and
professional touches to this volume. We also thank all the librarians who have
made much of this ...

Effective Meetings

Improving Group Decision Making

The purpose of this book is to improve the decision-making process in social work groups. Illustrating the volume with various meeting models - including advisory groups, intergroup and intercultural meetings - John E Tropman examines a number of critical issues facing social workers including family and community violence, health care and homelessness. New to this Second Edition is a discussion of the relationship between meetings and missions, goals, and external and internal forces.

The purpose of this book is to improve the decision-making process in social work groups.

Interpreting Quantitative Data with SPSS

This is a textbook for introductory courses in quantitative research methods across the social sciences. It offers a detailed explanation of introductory statistical techniques and presents an overview of the contexts in which they should be applied.

This is a textbook for introductory courses in quantitative research methods across the social sciences.

An Introduction to Secondary Data Analysis with IBM SPSS Statistics

Many professional, high-quality surveys collect data on people's behaviour, experiences, lifestyles and attitudes. The data they produce is more accessible than ever before. This book provides students with a comprehensive introduction to using this data, as well as transactional data and big data sources, in their own research projects. Here you will find all you need to know about locating, accessing, preparing and analysing secondary data, along with step-by-step instructions for using IBM SPSS Statistics. You will learn how to: Create a robust research question and design that suits secondary analysis Locate, access and explore data online Understand data documentation Check and 'clean' secondary data Manage and analyse your data to produce meaningful results Replicate analyses of data in published articles and books Using case studies and video animations to illustrate each step of your research, this book provides you with the quantitative analysis skills you'll need to pass your course, complete your research project and compete in the job market. Exercises throughout the book and on the book's companion website give you an opportunity to practice, check your understanding and work hands on with real data as you're learning.

The data they produce is more accessible than ever before. This book provides students with a comprehensive introduction to using this data, as well as transactional data and big data sources, in their own research projects.

Using SPSS Syntax

A Beginner's Guide

SPSS syntax is the command language used by SPSS to carry out all of its commands and functions. In this book, Jacqueline Collier introduces the use of syntax to those who have not used it before, or who are taking their first steps in using syntax. Without requiring any knowledge of programming, the text outlines: - how to become familiar with the syntax commands; - how to create and manage the SPSS journal and syntax files; - and how to use them throughout the data entry, management and analysis process. Collier covers all aspects of data management from data entry through to data analysis, including managing the errors and the error messages created by SPSS. Syntax commands are clearly explained and the value of syntax is demonstrated through examples. This book also supports the use of SPSS syntax alongside the usual button and menu-driven graphical interface (GIF) using the two methods together, in a complementary way. The book is written in such a way as to enable you to pick and choose how much you rely on one method over the other, encouraging you to use them side-by-side, with a gradual increase in use of syntax as your knowledge, skills and confidence develop. This book is ideal for all those carrying out quantitative research in the health and social sciences who can benefit from SPSS syntax's capacity to save time, reduce errors and allow a data audit trail.

In this book, Jacqueline Collier introduces the use of syntax to those who have not used it before, or who are taking their first steps in using syntax.

Essentials of Strategic Management

Electronic Inspection Copy available for instructors here 'This is a fantastically well written text which incorporates the latest thinking on strategic management. Striking a balance between theory and application, it is extremely readable and loaded with a wide range of case studies. An essential source for undergraduate, postgraduate and professional courses on strategic management.' Dr Tahir Rashid, Lecturer in Strategy and Marketing, Salford Business School, University of Salford This exciting new textbook is built on the belief that strategic management principles are more straightforward than they seem. Unlike other textbooks, it does not overcomplicate the discussion with enigmatic layers of theory or irrelevant perspectives from other disciplines. Instead you will find focused, clearly articulated coverage of the key topics of strategic management, encouraging critical reflection and deeper exploration on your own terms. Fully developed to cover the essentials of any strategic management course, this textbook not only creates understanding of the principles of strategy, but shows you how to apply them constructively in the face of real-world practicalities. Throughout the text, these principles are put into context with illustrations and examples drawn from all over the world and from all kinds of organization - from Shell, Airbus and Tesco to small and non-profit enterprises. With an emphasis on topical, distinctive and engaging features, this text offers: - Over 120 short, topical case studies drawn from every type of organization across more than 20 countries, written especially for this book and supplemented with questions and tasks. - Worksheets for strategy analysis that can be used to tackle real-world situations - Learning outcomes, key points and summaries to focus your reading on what matters - Chapter-by-chapter exercises for further study and discussion - Suggestions for further reading to deepen your understanding of the theories underpinning the chapters In addition, tutors will benefit from a fully developed companion website offering lecture slides, teaching notes for case studies and assignments, module plans and links to further cases www.sagepub.co.uk/pitt Martyn R Pitt is formerly Senior lecturer in Strategic Management at Brunel Busienss School, Brunel University. Dimitrios Koufopoulos is Senior Lecturer in Strategic Management at Brunel Business School, Brunel University.

Marketing and logistic functions divide continents into regions and sub-regions,
respecting custom-and-practice. Thus, Central and South America are treated as
a region because of common languages and similar stages of economic
development. Europe is typically divided into Northern and Southern (
Mediterranean) regions for logistical or cultural reasons, although enterprises
that operate in more aggregate terms often combine Europe, Middle East and
Africa (EMEA) into a single ...

Eco-Impacts and the Greening of Postmodernity

New Maps for Communication Studies, Cultural Studies, and Sociology

Addressing a growing need to examine environmental issues from a cultural perspective, this innovative book adopts a cultural studies approach to reach a deeper understanding of the significance of ecological issues in our lives. Eco-Impacts and the Greening of Postmodernity explores such vital questions as: Can nature survive? How do academic disciplines engage with environmental crises? And, how do we map sustainable futures? The authors, Tom Jagtenberg and David McKie, bring a body of relevant literature into the debate - that stems from both cultural and environmental issues - as well as their own multidisciplinary perspectives on the subject.

discernible on the post-Birmingham projections, such perceptual shifts show up
on a range of atlases from the Gaia series, especially Myers's (1985) The Gaia:
Atlas of Planet Management and Myers's (1990) The Gaia Atlas of Future Worlds
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