Fundamentals of Human Biology and Health gives students a solid understanding of how human cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, and whole organisms operate. Designed to be used on its own or as a supplement to other texts, the material includes clear, concise information covering the main physiological systems in the human body, their ......
Thinking Through Organic Chemistry introduces students to the knowledge and skillsets they require to better understand organic chemistry and find success in its real-world application. This book and its associated practice materials provide readers with an effective framework for thinking through and approaching various problems. The book is ......
This volume continues a conversation that has been ongoing for decades: How do we as instructional communication researchers lend our expertise to help solve problems inside and outside of the academy? In Instructional Communication in Professional Contexts, communication scholar and volume editor Michael G. Strawser brings together various ......
The second edition of Social Justice Movements is a reader about democracy in action. The anthology examines past movements for social, political, and economic justice and their impact on existing political and social structures. Each carefully curated reading speaks to historical events and movements that transcended human consciousness and moved ......
Communications and Public Speaking Trends in the 21st Century provides students with a practical guide to communicating effectively and with purpose in contemporary contexts and situations. Opening chapters impress upon readers the importance of word selection and delivery, underscore voice modulation as a key communication tool, and review ......
Understanding the Essentials of Nursing provides students with a succinct, informative, and fundamental introduction to key concepts within the nursing profession. The book helps readers prepare to care for others with an emphasis on hospitality, respect, continuous learning, professionalism, and cultural competence. The opening chapter ......
Recognizing that contemporary criminal justice professionals require strong moral standing, Ethics in Criminal Justice provides students with an essential guide to ethics in practice. Opening chapters outline the ways in which the criminal justice system can change as a result of political and historical forces; underscore how ethics education ......
ARM Microcontrollers: Theory and Practical Applications provides students with a concise yet complete introduction to embedded systems, namely microcontroller products based on the ARM microprocessor. Opening chapters offer students an introduction to digital logic, embedded system, and ARM processors, covering such topics as CMOS logic, number ......
Growing Groups: A Journey of Healing, Growth, and Renewal provides readers with the knowledge and insight they need to effectively develop, nurture, participate in, and lead groups. The opening chapter explores different types of groups, their characteristics, and the benefits of belonging to a group. Readers learn the importance of ensuring ......