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The Principles of Scientific Management by Frederick Taylor

The Principles of Scientific Management by Frederick Taylor

Read the American classic that inspired Shigeo Shingo! Frederick W. Taylor's The Principles of Scientific Managementwas a mental revolution that spawned the very ideas of process improvement equity and efficiency between workers and management and the attainability of high production with low labor costs. Taylor discusses eliminating waste by using the system he developed over the course of his career and how it applies to individual as well as collective improvement initiatives. As the basis of modern organizational efficiency this instrumental book has motivated managers and engineers for almost 100 years. | The Principles of Scientific Management by Frederick Taylor

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Principles of Dramaturgy

Principles of Dramaturgy

In Principles of Dramaturgy Robert Scanlan explains the invariant principles behind the construction of stage and performance events of any style or modality. This book contains all that is essential for training a professional stage director and/or dramaturg including the plot-bead technique for analyzing play scripts developed by Scanlan. It details all the steps for the full implementation of Production Dramaturgy as it is practiced in professional theatres and treats form and action as foundational cornerstones of all performance rather than story elements – a frequent and debilitating misprision in theatre practice. Scanlan’s unique approach offers practical training that is supported by detailed diagrams and contextualized instructions making this the missing text for classes in dramaturgy. Serving stage directors dramaturgs actors designers and playwrights Principles of Dramaturgy is a comprehensive guide that puts the training of capable practitioners above all else.

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Mechanical Engineering Principles

Mechanical Engineering Principles

A student-friendly introduction to core mechanical engineering topics. This book introduces mechanical principles and technology through examples and applications enabling students to develop a sound understanding of both engineering principles and their use in practice. These theoretical concepts are supported by 400 fully worked problems 700 further problems with answers and 300 multiple-choice questions all of which add up to give the reader a firm grounding on each topic. Two new chapters are included covering the basic principles of matrix algebra and the matrix displacement method. The latter will also include guidance on software that can be used via SmartPhones tablets or laptops. The new edition is up to date with the latest BTEC National specifications and can also be used on undergraduate courses in mechanical civil structural aeronautical and marine engineering and naval architecture. A companion website contains the fully worked solutions to the problems and revision tests practical demonstration videos as well as a glossary and information on the famous engineers mentioned in the text. | Mechanical Engineering Principles

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Principles of Equity and Trusts

Principles of Equity and Trusts

This is the second edition of Principles of Equity and Trusts the concise new textbook from Alastair Hudson – the author of the definitive classic Equity and Trusts. Through clear and careful analysis the author explains what the law is its foundational principles and its social and economic effect. By beginning with the core principles on which this field is based even the most complex academic debates concerning express resulting and constructive trusts the family home charities law and other equitable doctrines become comprehensible and interesting. This book offers a fresh lively and often humorous account of Equity and Trusts. Through easy-to-follow worked examples and analysis of the case law Alastair helps you to answer problem questions and to prepare coursework. The author shows how the law affects real people in real situations. Each chapter begins with a clear and concise introduction to the core principles. It contains numbered headings for ease of navigation and advice on studying this subject. Students also have access to Professor Hudson’s ever-popular supporting website which has had hundreds of thousands of hits over the years. It has over 50 brief podcasts on key issues which have been specially re-recorded to coincide with the publication of this book. That website also contains detailed lectures a variety of videos explaining the law and guidance on tackling assessments. Characterised by the passion and enthusiasm for his subject matter that make Alastair Hudson’s classic textbook so popular Principles of Equity and Trusts is sure to be a winner with both academics and students alike.

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Integrated Storytelling by Design Concepts Principles and Methods for New Narrative Dimensions

Integrated Storytelling by Design Concepts Principles and Methods for New Narrative Dimensions

This pioneering work equips you with the skills needed to create and design powerful stories and concepts for interactive digital multi-platform storytelling and experience design that will take audience engagement to the next level. Klaus Sommer Paulsen presents a bold new vision of what storytelling can become if it is reinvented as an audience-centric design method. His practices unlock new ways of combining story with experience for a variety of existing new and upcoming platforms. Merging theory and practice storytelling and design principles this innovative toolkit instructs the next generation of creators on how to successfully balance narratives design and digital innovation to develop strategies and concepts that both apply and transcend current technology. Packed with theory and exercises intended to unlock new narrative dimensions Integrated Storytelling by Design is a must-read for creative professionals looking to shape the future of themed branded and immersive experiences. | Integrated Storytelling by Design Concepts Principles and Methods for New Narrative Dimensions

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Principles of Management

Principles of Management

An established work the second edition of Principles of Management offers the reader insight and analysis of the principles processes and practice of management and leadership. Covering private public and not-for-profit sectors the book also takes an international approach with a dedicated section on globalised processes and styles of management. The content is broken down into accessible sections to provide a clear and user-friendly book. Written to meet the criteria of practicality and professionality the book is relevant and useful with an emphasis on capability usability decision and resolution; fix; and an orientation towards implementation.

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Blue Marble Evaluation Premises and Principles

Blue Marble Evaluation Premises and Principles

As a transdisciplinary profession evaluation has much to offer to global change interventions that work toward a sustainable future across national boundaries sectors and issues. This book introduces Blue Marble evaluation which provides a framework for developing adapting and evaluating major systems change initiatives involving complex networks of stakeholders. Michael Quinn Patton demonstrates how the four overarching principles and 12 operating principles of this innovative approach allow evaluators planners and implementers to home in on sustainability and equity issues in an intervention. Compelling case examples bulleted review lists charts and 80 original exhibits and graphics connect the global and local the human and ecological. Rooted in utilization-focused developmental and principles-focused evaluation Blue Marble evaluation is designed to tackle problems outside the reach of traditional evaluation practice. | Blue Marble Evaluation Premises and Principles

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Principles of Semiotic

Principles of Semiotic

First published in 1987 this book is an attempt to re-establish semiotic on the basis of principles consistent with its past history rather than the ‘cultural semiotics’ of the European tradition and especially with the guiding ideas of Peirce and Morris. The book is divided into two parts with the first two chapters providing the background for the more systematic discussions of signs at different levels taken up in the last three. In the final chapter issues that have become the focus of recent philosophy of language regarding the reference meaning and truth of sentences are discussed in light of the analogies to more primitive signs developed in the preceding two chapters. | Principles of Semiotic

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The Basic Principles of Effective Consulting

The Basic Principles of Effective Consulting

Consultants are called upon more and more to help implement needed organizational changes fill gaps in workforce capabilities and solve significant business problems. As the demand for consultants increases it is critical that practitioners differentiate themselves and understand how they can be most successful for themselves and their clients. The Basic Principles of Effective Consulting details what effective consultants do and provides a step by step process of just how they do it. The Second Edition of The Basic Principles of Effective Consulting is fully updated with real-life cases. End-of-chapter summaries foster both mastery and engagement as well as providing a quick reference throughout a consultant’s career. In addition each chapter includes a section From the experts written by successful consultants and users of consultants’ services. These experts share ideas and tips about their own consulting experiences that relate to chapter material. The book is written for entry level and seasoned consultants project managers staff advisors and anyone who wants to learn (or be reminded of) the basic principles of effective consulting. The book is well suited as an excellent textbook for college courses on consulting organizational training and a lifetime go-to consultant’s resource.

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Clinical Oncology Basic Principles and Practice

Clinical Oncology Basic Principles and Practice

This popular textbook provides a clear and comprehensive introduction to the principles and practice of clinical oncology. Ideal for medical undergraduates clinicians and other health professionals who want to increase their understanding of the challenges of managing patients with cancer the book enables readers to learn and then test themselves on all aspects of cancer medicine from epidemiology aetiology pathogenesis and presentation through to diagnosis staging management and prognosis. | Clinical Oncology Basic Principles and Practice

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Researching the Unconscious Principles of Psychoanalytic Method

Researching the Unconscious Principles of Psychoanalytic Method

Researching the Unconscious provides an exposition of key issues in the philosophy and methods of the social sciences that are relevant to psychoanalysis both as a clinical practice and as a human science. These include the debates initiated by Thomas Kuhn’s theory of scientific revolutions the actor-network theory of Bruno Latour the ideas of philosophical realism distinctions between meaningful and causal explanation and the relevance of complexity theory and part–whole analysis to psychoanalysis. The book goes on to discuss specific forms and methods of psychoanalytical research including the role of case studies of outcome research and of grounded theory as a key methodological resource of which it provides a detailed example. The book concludes by outlining principles and methods for psychoanalytic research in the wider contexts of infant observational studies society and culture. Michael Rustin provides a unifying account of the methodological principles that underlie the generation of knowledge in psychoanalysis in the light of recent developments in the philosophy and sociology of science. In doing so it provides a coherent rationale for psychoanalytic investigation which will be of value to those pursuing research in this field. Researching the Unconscious is unusual in its being based both on a deep understanding of and respect for psychoanalytical clinical practice and on its author’s wider knowledge of the philosophy and sociology of science. It is unique in its comprehensive approach to the principles of psychoanalytic research. | Researching the Unconscious Principles of Psychoanalytic Method

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Principles and Practice in Mining Engineering

Principles and Practice in Mining Engineering

Principles and Practice in Mining Engineering is an up-to-date introduction to the scientific principles and technological practices of mining engineering. This book introduces the processes involved in surface and underground mining and covers many topical issues common to mining engineering practices including mining and quarrying methods environmental protection measures finance and investment policy and mining education. Recent technology and innovations (technovations) in the mining and mineral industry including digital mines IoT/IIoT AI and machine learning are also discussed. Seven case studies of mines and mining operation from different parts of the globe are included to demonstrate how various minerals including lithium potash copper gold uranium and coal are extracted. These case studies are written by experienced industry professionals working for reputable companies. Suggested readings references websites and conversion tables for mining engineering applications are included at the end of the book for the reader’s reference. Principles and Practice in Mining Engineering gives practical real-world knowledge to the mining workforce engaged in the mining and minerals industry globally. This book is also aimed at students scientists academics NGOs and professionals just entering the mining industry.

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Principles of Economics in a Nutshell

Principles of Economics in a Nutshell

Principles of Economics in a Nutshell provides a succinct overview of contemporary economic theory. This key text introduces economics as a social science presenting the discipline as an evolving field shaped within historical context rather than a fixed set of ideas. Chapters on microeconomics introduce concepts of scarcity and tradeoffs market analysis (the Marshallian cross of supply and demand) and the theory of the firm and market structure. Chapters on macroeconomics begin with an explanation of national income accounting followed by discussions of macroeconomic theory in the goods market and in the money market from both a Keynesian and Classical view. The text concludes with examples of how to expand upon core material introducing the perspectives of feminist and ecological economics. This book will be of great importance to students new to economics and is ideal for use on single-semester Principles courses or as a primer on economics courses in other settings. The text is fully supported by online resources which include a set of analytical questions and suggestions for further reading for each chapter.

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Designing Public Policies Principles and Instruments

Designing Public Policies Principles and Instruments

The third edition of this highly regarded book provides a concise and accessible introduction to the principles and elements of policy design in contemporary governance. It examines in detail the range of substantive and procedural policy instruments that together comprise the toolbox from which governments choose tools to resolve policy problems and the principles and practices that lead to their use. Guiding readers through the study of the many different kinds of instruments used by governments in carrying out their tasks adapting to and altering their environments this book: Considers the principles and practices behind the selection and use of specific types of Instruments in contemporary government and arrangements of policy tools esp. procedural tools and policy portfolios Evaluates in detail the merits demerits and rationales for the use of specific organization regulatory financial and information-based tools and the trends visible in their use Examines key issues such as policy success and failure and the role of design in it; policy volatility and risk management through policy design; how behavioural research can contribute to better policy designs; and the 'micro' calibrations of policies and their importance in designs and outcomes Addresses the issues not only surrounding individual tools but also concerning the evolution and development of instrument mixes their relationship to policy styles and the challenges involved in their (re)design as well as the distinction between design and non-design' Providing a comprehensive overview of this essential component of modern governance and featuring helpful definitions of key concepts and further reading this book is essential reading for all students of public policy administration and management. | Designing Public Policies Principles and Instruments

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Critical Infrastructures Resilience Policy and Engineering Principles

Critical Infrastructures Resilience Policy and Engineering Principles

This text offers comprehensive and principled yet practical guidelines to critical infrastructures resilience. Extreme events and stresses including those that may be unprecedented but are no longer surprising have disproportionate effects on critical infrastructures and hence on communities cities and megaregions. Critical infrastructures include buildings and bridges dams levees and sea walls as well as power plants and chemical factories besides lifeline networks such as multimodal transportation power grids communication and water or wastewater. The growing interconnectedness of natural-built-human systems causes cascading infrastructure failures and necessitates simultaneous recovery. This text explores the new paradigm centered on the concept of resilience by approaching the challenges posed by globalization climate change and growing urbanization on critical infrastructures and key resources through the combination of policy and engineering perspectives. It identifies solutions that are scientifically credible data driven and sound in engineering principles while concurrently informed by and supportive of social and policy imperatives. Critical Infrastructures Resilience will be of interest to students of engineering and policy. | Critical Infrastructures Resilience Policy and Engineering Principles

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Principles of Effective Literacy Instruction Grades K-5

Principles of Effective Literacy Instruction Grades K-5

What are the principles that every elementary teacher must learn in order to plan and adapt successful literacy instruction? This concise course text and practitioner resource brings together leading experts to explain the guiding ideas that underlie effective instructional practice. Each chapter reviews one or more key principles and highlights ways to apply them flexibly in diverse classrooms and across grade levels and content areas. Chapters cover core instructional topics (phonemic awareness phonics fluency vocabulary and comprehension); high-quality learning environments; major issues such as assessment differentiation explicit instruction equity and culturally relevant pedagogy; and the importance of teachers’ reflective practice and lifelong learning. | Principles of Effective Literacy Instruction Grades K-5

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Principles and Practices of Relational Psychotherapy

Principles and Practices of Relational Psychotherapy

This book provides an overview of the basic principles in relational therapy which in combination with the latest research about the significance of the therapeutic relationship makes it possible to present practical therapeutic tools and techniques to help the therapist make optimal use of the interaction between patient and therapist. It presents models and concepts in relational psychotherapy that may contribute to the patient’s development of relational and emotional competence and to more authentic and meaningful ways of living with oneself and others. The book specially emphasizes the significance of the mutually constructed emotional interplay as the material for key experiences in the development of the patient – and therapist. The focus is on the usefulness of relational principles and research findings in psychotherapies of shorter duration in primary care psychiatric clinics and private practice. Rich in clinical examples Principles and Practices of Relational Psychotherapy is an extremely useful resource for psychotherapists and clinical psychologists in training and practice.

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Leading Transformational Change Working with Uncertainty and Navigational Principles

Leading Transformational Change Working with Uncertainty and Navigational Principles

Leading Transformational Change: Working with Uncertainty and Navigational Principles offers an examination of how best to manage organisational change in tumultuous times. Using the metaphor of ‘navigating in uncertain waters’ the book is a unique and accessible introduction to the area of leading and managing change. Readers are equipped with tools such as practical exercises and opportunities to reflect allowing them to assess and enact positive change. Stories and real-life examples from the sea offer lively ways to apply theory to practice. The authors examine why so often transformational change fails and how to break free of these negative patterns of behaviour. The chapters provide a deep understanding of navigational principles and step by step show how to apply this understanding to various contexts of change. Topics cover situational analysis best managerial practice planning leading change and unexpected events. Student learning is supported and reinforced with in-text reflections discussion questions and learning checks. | Leading Transformational Change Working with Uncertainty and Navigational Principles

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Developing Connectivity between Education and Work Principles and Practices

Developing Connectivity between Education and Work Principles and Practices

Future-oriented education needs to invest in the connectivity between learning and working in order to realise its full potential. This book presents guiding principles on how to build these successful connections. By taking an educational perspective and enriching it with insights from human resource development this book explores the why how and what of designing for connectivity. This edited volume presents the current knowledge about educational practices and principles that help to realise connectivity between learning and working experiences. Introducing the central perspectives of workplace learning and learning environments at the boundary of school and work this book presents key research that examines how educators and professionals from organisations and schools can come together with the purpose of realising connectivity in educational programmes. Empirical research showcasing both theoretical and practical insights from real life cases are at the heart of this book. Considering the barriers to achieving connectivity this book also focuses on how it can be achieved with ideas and guidance about communication design principles and best practices. Using carefully chosen international examples this book is ideal reading for policy makers practitioners and researchers looking to learn more about connecting learning and working experiences. | Developing Connectivity between Education and Work Principles and Practices

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Principles and Applications of Therapeutic Ultrasound in Healthcare

Principles and Applications of Therapeutic Ultrasound in Healthcare

Principles and Applications of Therapeutic Ultrasound in Healthcare introduces concepts principles construction and applications of therapeutic ultrasound: from bench to bedside. A comprehensive examination of the industry and medical application of ultrasound therapy this book highlights working principles research progress and system structures of therapeutic ultrasound. It describes the principles of therapeutic ultrasound details the system construction introduces current and emerging applications and discusses developing therapeutic ultrasound technologies. Divided into two parts the book first introduces the fundamentals of biomedical acoustics discusses ultrasound calibration methods and the structures of available therapeutic ultrasound systems before moving on to the various applications of ultrasound therapy used in clinics. It includes a variety of extensive clinical trials outcome photos and illustrating figures and a critical commentary on the challenges in this field. The author discusses topics that include:The derivation of wave equationThe mathematical solution of the wave propagationThe phenomena of reflectionRefraction and transmission in the acoustic field from different acoustic sourcesThe radiation pattern of the ultrasound transducerThe acoustical properties of biological tissuesUltrasound-induced bioeffectsCavitationThe design of the ultrasound transducerThe characterization method of the produced acoustic fieldAn easy reference offering full coverage of popular ultrasound therapies Principles and Applications of Therapeutic Ultrasound in Healthcare provides a simple explanation of fundamental acoustics including wave equation propagation nonlinearity and transducer design. It also discusses other potential applications and is geared toward academia industry and researchers.

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Heritage Planning Principles and Process

Heritage Planning Principles and Process

This new and substantially revised edition of Heritage Planning: Principles and Process offers an extensive overview of the burgeoning fields of heritage planning and conservation. Positioning professional practice within its broader applied and theoretical contexts the authors provide a firm foundation for understanding the principles history evolution debates and tools that inform heritage planning while also demonstrating how to effectively enact these processes. Few published works focus on the practice of heritage planning. The first edition of this book was developed to fill this gap and this second edition builds upon it. The book has been expanded in scope to incorporate new research and approaches as well as a wide range of international case studies. New themes reflect the emerging recognition that sustainability climate resilience human rights social justice and reconciliation are fundamental to the future of planning. Heritage Planning is indispensable reading not only for professionals who transform the built environment but for anyone who wants to understand the ideas and practices of heritage planning and conservation. For the benefit of student readers twelve chapters—designed to accommodate the academic semester—are augmented with concise summaries key terms and definitions questions and learning objectives. | Heritage Planning Principles and Process

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Topographic Laser Ranging and Scanning Principles and Processing Second Edition

Topographic Laser Ranging and Scanning Principles and Processing Second Edition

Topographic Laser Ranging and Scanning Second Edition provides a comprehensive discussion of topographic LiDAR principles systems data acquisition and data processing techniques. This edition presents an introduction and summary of various LiDAR systems and their principles and addresses the operational principles of the different components and ranging methods of LiDAR systems. It discusses the subsequent geometric processing of LiDAR data with particular attention to quality accuracy and meeting standards and addresses the theories and practices of information extraction from LiDAR data including terrain surface generation forest inventory orthoimage generation building reconstruction and road extraction. Written by leaders in the field this comprehensive compilation is a must-have reference book for senior undergraduate and graduate students majoring or working in diverse disciplines such as geomatics geodesy natural resources urban planning computer vision and computer graphics. It is also vital resource for researchers who are interested in developing new methods and need in-depth knowledge of laser scanning and data processing and other professionals may gain the same from the broad topics addressed in this book. New in the Second Edition:A comprehensive array of new laser ranging and scanning technologies. Developments in LiDAR data format and processing techniques. Regrouping of surface modeling representations and reconstruction. Enhanced discussions on the principles and fundamentals beyond small-footprint pulsed laser systems and new application examples. Many new examples and illustrations. | Topographic Laser Ranging and Scanning Principles and Processing Second Edition

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Documentary Editing Principles & Practice

Documentary Editing Principles & Practice

This book offers clear and detailed strategies for tackling every stage of the documentary editing process from organizing raw footage and building select reels to fine cutting and final export. Written by a Sundance award-winning documentary editor with a dozen features to his credit and containing examples from over 100 films this book presents a step-by-step guide for how to turn seemingly shapeless footage into focused scenes and how to craft a structure for a documentary of any length. The book contains insights and examples from seven of America’s top documentary editors including Geoffrey Richman ACE (The Cove Tiger King) Kate Amend ACE (¡Viva Maestro! The Keepers) and Mary Lampson (Harlan County U. S. A. ). Written for both practitioners and enthusiasts this book offers unique and invaluable insights into the documentary editing process. The second edition is completely revised and updated with contemporary examples and contains a new chapter titled Editing the Short Documentary. | Documentary Editing Principles & Practice

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Mixed Method Design Principles and Procedures

Mixed Method Design Principles and Procedures

The use of mixed methods designs for conducting research has become a major trend in social science research. Renowned methodological experts Janice Morse and Linda Niehaus present a guide to intermediate and experienced researchers on the possibilities inherent in mixed method research. They offer the basic principles of conducting this kind of study then examine a wide variety of design options available to the researcher including their strengths and weaknesses and when to use them. Providing examples from a variety of disciplines examining potential threats to validity and showing the relationship between method and theory the book will be a valuable addition to the methodologist’s library and a useful text in courses in research design. | Mixed Method Design Principles and Procedures

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