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AS Edexcel: Economics (PDF)
by Peter SmithThis highly accessible yet authoritative book is essential reading for all AS students following the Edexcel Economics specification. It recognises that AS students will probably be meeting Economics for the first time. Combines clear and concise explanations and analysis of economic terms and concepts with frequent examples that show the application of those concepts to real-world situations. Exercises throughout the book enable students to engage in economic analysis in an active way that assists learning. Comprehensive coverage of the specification content - Explains key terms and concepts Includes real-world examples Features regular summaries throughout each chapter for quick revision Provides exercises to engage students in economic analysis The book is supported by a Teacher Guide (9780340948057), including full commentary on the exercises together with additional questions and discussion points.
Edexcel A2: Economics (PDF)
by Peter SmithThis clear, accessible, focused Edexcel-endorsed textbook has been updated to keep pace with the rapidly changing economic environment, providing insights into the impact of financial crisis and the major challenges facing the global economy. Show you are up to date with the latest economic developments: new and updated examples will help you analyse, evaluate and improve your exam answers Feel confident in your revision: you can practise answering skills-based and exam-style questions throughout the book. Ensure you can explain key economics concepts and issues accurately and effectively: learn the key terms throughout the text and in the new end-of-unit glossaries
OCR A Level Economics (4th edition)
by Peter SmithWith its closely aligned content and structure, this textbook will equip your students for the refreshed OCR A-level and AS Economics specifications.- All new practice questions at the end of each chapter, featuring multiple choice, stimulus and essay questions- New knowledge check question feature, testing student understanding throughout- New case studies, facts and figures and practical exercises reflecting recent economic developments- Charts and graphs to give students a strong grounding in economic theory and strengthen their skills in applying those concepts at A-level- Manageable learning objectives matched to the specification and summaries of the key findings at the end to encourage students to take control of their studyWe are seeking endorsement from OCR for the Student Textbook and Student eTextbook.
Pearson Edexcel A level Economics A Fourth Edition
by Peter SmithThis updated all-in-one textbook for Pearson Edexcel A level Economics A combines revised topic-by-topic guidance with brand new material. This book:- provides full coverage of all topics on the Edexcel A level Economics A specification- builds confidence and essential quantitative skills with knowledge check questions and exercises throughout the book, and answers available online- helps you understand and explain key economic concepts and issues accurately and effectively with clearly defined key terms throughout the text and in the theme-by-theme glossaries- keeps you up to date: new exciting case studies with follow-up questions linked to key specification topics will help you analyse and evaluate important economic trends and developments- develops important skills through new practice questions coupled with extracts and figures, and answers available online
The PhD Viva: How to Prepare for Your Oral Examination (Macmillan Research Skills)
by Peter SmithThis indispensable book helps PhD candidates to understand the viva process and to prepare and present their work in the best possible manner. With concrete guidance, examples and activities throughout, it covers everything from the constitution of the PhD viva panel and how to prepare as the event draws closer to typical questions and how to answer them. Chapters are enriched with authentic case studies and insights from successful PhD graduates. This text is suitable for PhD and other doctoral degree students across all disciplines, and helpful to supervisors and examiners.
The PhD Viva: How to Prepare for Your Oral Examination (Macmillan Research Skills)
by Peter SmithThis indispensable book helps PhD candidates to understand the viva process and to prepare and present their work in the best possible manner. With concrete guidance, examples and activities throughout, it covers everything from the constitution of the PhD viva panel and how to prepare as the event draws closer to typical questions and how to answer them. Chapters are enriched with authentic case studies and insights from successful PhD graduates. This text is suitable for PhD and other doctoral degree students across all disciplines, and helpful to supervisors and examiners.
Pearson Edexcel A level Economics A Fifth Edition
by Peter Smith Peter Davis Marwan Mikdadi- Revised synoptic links to aid thinking across A-level topics- Knowledge-check questions to test students' understanding and grow their confidence- Refreshed real-world case studies on up-to-date topics with follow-up questions to build knowledge- New practice questions to develop important assessment skills, with answers available online- New examples, statistics and information in context
Pearson Edexcel A level Economics A Fifth Edition
by Peter Smith Peter Davis Marwan Mikdadi- Revised synoptic links to aid thinking across A-level topics- Knowledge-check questions to test students' understanding and grow their confidence- Refreshed real-world case studies on up-to-date topics with follow-up questions to build knowledge- New practice questions to develop important assessment skills, with answers available online- New examples, statistics and information in context
Learning in Organizations: Complexities and Diversities
by Peter J Smith Eugene Sadler-SmithTaking a fresh and innovative approach to the complexities and challenges inherent in organizational learning diversity, the authors show that there are no generic solutions. They argue there is no 'best way' of planning, organizing and implementing learning in relation to the workplace and instead provide context-specific solutions to the dilemmas and issues that diversities present. With an international approach, grounded in theory and incorporating strong practical examples, this book is essential reading for all those studying, teaching or practising human resource development, human resource management or professional education.
Learning in Organizations: Complexities and Diversities
by Peter J Smith Eugene Sadler-SmithTaking a fresh and innovative approach to the complexities and challenges inherent in organizational learning diversity, the authors show that there are no generic solutions. They argue there is no 'best way' of planning, organizing and implementing learning in relation to the workplace and instead provide context-specific solutions to the dilemmas and issues that diversities present. With an international approach, grounded in theory and incorporating strong practical examples, this book is essential reading for all those studying, teaching or practising human resource development, human resource management or professional education.
Understanding School Bullying: Its Nature and Prevention Strategies (PDF)
by Peter K. SmithBullying involves the repeated abuse of power in relationships. Bullying in schools can also blight the lives of victims and damage the climate of the school. Over the last 25 years a burgeoning research program on school bullying has led to new insights into effective ways of dealing with it, as well as new challenges such as the advent of cyberbullying. This new book, by a leading international expert on the topic, brings together the cumulative knowledge acquired and the latest research findings in the area, with a global perspective especially covering research in Europe, North America, Australasia, and Asia. It will appeal to those taking academic courses in psychology, social work, educational psychology, child clinical psychology and psychiatry, and teacher training, but it will also be of interest to parents and teachers too. Understanding School Bullying: Its Nature and Prevention Strategies should be indispensable reading for these groups and more; in fact, anyone concerned with the well-being of children and young people everywhere.
Understanding School Bullying: Its Nature and Prevention Strategies
by Peter K Smith'This extraordinarily comprehensive book authored by the leading international authority in the field integrates research, theory and practice on the topic of school bullying. In an already research saturated field Peter Smith’s writing captures the humanity of why this topic strikes such a chord in the community. He reminds us in a thoughtful, practical and caring manner why we must continue to advocate on all levels for those impacted by bullying.' -Professor Phillip T. Slee, Flinders University, Australia 'Understanding School Bullying offers a refreshingly clear account of the wealth of insights gained over a quarter of a century of research. As Smith’s comprehensive review convincingly shows, much has been learned and much of this has been put to good use in improving children’s wellbeing. This is surely essential reading for any researcher concerned with bullying, childhood or life at school.' -Sonia Livingstone, London School of Economics and Political Science, UK, author of Children, Risk and Safety Online 'Peter Smith’s new book will occupy a prominent place on my bookshelf. It provides a thorough and highly readable discussion of the breadth of research on school bullying. Dr. Smith includes discussions of important challenges related to research on this topic along with an excellent review of important studies and findings. This unique volume has influenced my thinking about the direction of my own research. The book will be an invaluable resource for researchers, consumers of research, and others who seek a research-based understanding of this important topic.' -Sheri Bauman, Ph.D., Professor at University of Arizona Bullying involves the repeated abuse of power in relationships. Bullying in schools can blight the lives of victims and damage the climate of the school. Over the last 25 years a burgeoning research program on school bullying has led to new insights into effective ways of dealing with it, as well as new challenges such as the advent of cyberbullying. This new book, by a leading international expert on the topic, brings together the cumulative knowledge acquired and the latest research findings in the area, with a global perspective especially covering research in Europe, North America, Australasia, and Asia. It will appeal to those taking academic courses in psychology, social work, educational psychology, child clinical psychology and psychiatry, and teacher training, but it will also be of interest to parents and teachers.
Understanding School Bullying (PDF): Its Nature and Prevention Strategies
by Peter K Smith'This extraordinarily comprehensive book authored by the leading international authority in the field integrates research, theory and practice on the topic of school bullying. In an already research saturated field Peter Smith’s writing captures the humanity of why this topic strikes such a chord in the community. He reminds us in a thoughtful, practical and caring manner why we must continue to advocate on all levels for those impacted by bullying.' -Professor Phillip T. Slee, Flinders University, Australia 'Understanding School Bullying offers a refreshingly clear account of the wealth of insights gained over a quarter of a century of research. As Smith’s comprehensive review convincingly shows, much has been learned and much of this has been put to good use in improving children’s wellbeing. This is surely essential reading for any researcher concerned with bullying, childhood or life at school.' -Sonia Livingstone, London School of Economics and Political Science, UK, author of Children, Risk and Safety Online 'Peter Smith’s new book will occupy a prominent place on my bookshelf. It provides a thorough and highly readable discussion of the breadth of research on school bullying. Dr. Smith includes discussions of important challenges related to research on this topic along with an excellent review of important studies and findings. This unique volume has influenced my thinking about the direction of my own research. The book will be an invaluable resource for researchers, consumers of research, and others who seek a research-based understanding of this important topic.' -Sheri Bauman, Ph.D., Professor at University of Arizona Bullying involves the repeated abuse of power in relationships. Bullying in schools can blight the lives of victims and damage the climate of the school. Over the last 25 years a burgeoning research program on school bullying has led to new insights into effective ways of dealing with it, as well as new challenges such as the advent of cyberbullying. This new book, by a leading international expert on the topic, brings together the cumulative knowledge acquired and the latest research findings in the area, with a global perspective especially covering research in Europe, North America, Australasia, and Asia. It will appeal to those taking academic courses in psychology, social work, educational psychology, child clinical psychology and psychiatry, and teacher training, but it will also be of interest to parents and teachers.
Violence in Schools: The Response in Europe
by Peter K. SmithViolence in schools is a pervasive, highly emotive and, above all, global problem. Bullying and its negative social consequences are of perennial concern, while the media regularly highlights incidences of violent assault - and even murder - occurring within schools. This unique and fascinating text offers a comprehensive overview and analysis of how European nations are tackling this serious issue.Violence in Schools: The Response in Europe, brings together contributions from all EU member states and two associated states. Each chapter begins by clearly outlining the nature of the school violence situation in that country. It then goes on to describe those social policy initiatives and methods of intervention being used to address violence in schools and evaluates the effectiveness of these different strategies. Commentaries from Australia, Israel and the USA and an overview of the book's main themes by eminent psychologist Peter K. Smith complete a truly international and authoritative look at this important - and frequently controversial - subject.This book constitutes an invaluable resource for educational administrators, policymakers and researchers concerned with investigating, and ultimately addressing, the social and psychological causes, manifestations and effects of school violence.
Violence in Schools: The Response in Europe
by Peter K. SmithViolence in schools is a pervasive, highly emotive and, above all, global problem. Bullying and its negative social consequences are of perennial concern, while the media regularly highlights incidences of violent assault - and even murder - occurring within schools. This unique and fascinating text offers a comprehensive overview and analysis of how European nations are tackling this serious issue.Violence in Schools: The Response in Europe, brings together contributions from all EU member states and two associated states. Each chapter begins by clearly outlining the nature of the school violence situation in that country. It then goes on to describe those social policy initiatives and methods of intervention being used to address violence in schools and evaluates the effectiveness of these different strategies. Commentaries from Australia, Israel and the USA and an overview of the book's main themes by eminent psychologist Peter K. Smith complete a truly international and authoritative look at this important - and frequently controversial - subject.This book constitutes an invaluable resource for educational administrators, policymakers and researchers concerned with investigating, and ultimately addressing, the social and psychological causes, manifestations and effects of school violence.
The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Bullying: A Comprehensive and International Review of Research and Intervention
by Peter K. Smith James O’Higgins NormanExplore the latest research and theory on bullying with this international reference from leading voices in the field The two-volume Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Bullying delivers a comprehensive exploration of a wide range of research on bullying, broadly defined. School bullying is dealt with at length, but there is also coverage of college and workplace bullying and bullying within sports settings, prisons, families, and elder care residential homes. Containing contributions from leading scholars on five continents, the book summarizes the latest theories, findings, developmental aspects, and interventions relevant to bullying in a variety of settings. With up-to-date information on rapidly developing topics like sibling bullying, cyberbullying, bias-based bullying, migration and bullying, dating violence, and economic evaluation of bullying prevention programs, The Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Bullying offers readers a complete view of a wide array of bullying behaviors. The insightful and up-to-date information contained within the two volumes is destined to become the standard reference for bullying-related research and theory. Readers will benefit from: Fulsome material covering research and practice conventions in countries and regions including Europe, North America, South America, Australasia, Japan, South Korea, India, Mainland China and Hong Kong, the Arab countries, and sub-Saharan Africa A comprehensive discussion on the correlates and outcomes of taking part in bullying, as well as being a victim of bullying An exploration of a variety of strategies to deal with bullying incidents, including proactive, reactive, and peer support approaches An analysis of different kinds of bullying, faith-based bullying, and disablist bullying, including racist and ethnic bullying, sexist and sexual bullying, and homophobic and transphobic bullying Perfect for postgraduate students in programs dealing with bullying in virtually any conceivable context, The Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Bullying will also earn a place in the libraries of researchers and practitioners in fields as diverse as psychology, sociology, social work, medicine, criminology, child care, and elder studies.
The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of Bullying: A Comprehensive and International Review of Research and Intervention
by Peter K. Smith James O'Higgins NormanExplore the latest research and theory on bullying with this international reference from leading voices in the field The two-volume Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Bullying delivers a comprehensive exploration of a wide range of research on bullying, broadly defined. School bullying is dealt with at length, but there is also coverage of college and workplace bullying and bullying within sports settings, prisons, families, and elder care residential homes. Containing contributions from leading scholars on five continents, the book summarizes the latest theories, findings, developmental aspects, and interventions relevant to bullying in a variety of settings. With up-to-date information on rapidly developing topics like sibling bullying, cyberbullying, bias-based bullying, migration and bullying, dating violence, and economic evaluation of bullying prevention programs, The Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Bullying offers readers a complete view of a wide array of bullying behaviors. The insightful and up-to-date information contained within the two volumes is destined to become the standard reference for bullying-related research and theory. Readers will benefit from: Fulsome material covering research and practice conventions in countries and regions including Europe, North America, South America, Australasia, Japan, South Korea, India, Mainland China and Hong Kong, the Arab countries, and sub-Saharan Africa A comprehensive discussion on the correlates and outcomes of taking part in bullying, as well as being a victim of bullying An exploration of a variety of strategies to deal with bullying incidents, including proactive, reactive, and peer support approaches An analysis of different kinds of bullying, faith-based bullying, and disablist bullying, including racist and ethnic bullying, sexist and sexual bullying, and homophobic and transphobic bullying Perfect for postgraduate students in programs dealing with bullying in virtually any conceivable context, The Wiley-Blackwell Handbook of Bullying will also earn a place in the libraries of researchers and practitioners in fields as diverse as psychology, sociology, social work, medicine, criminology, child care, and elder studies.
The Cambridge Handbook of Play: Developmental and Disciplinary Perspectives (PDF)
by Peter K. Smith Jaipaul L. RoopnarinePlay takes up much of the time budget of young children, and many animals, but its importance in development remains contested. This comprehensive collection brings together multidisciplinary and developmental perspectives on the forms and functions of play in animals, in children in different societies, and through the lifespan. The Cambridge Handbook of Play covers the evolution of play in animals, especially mammals; the development of play from infancy through childhood and into adulthood; historical and anthropological perspectives on play; theories and methodologies; the role of play in children’s learning; play in special groups such as children with impairments or those suffering political violence; and the practical applications of playwork and play therapy. Written by an international team of scholars from diverse disciplines such as psychology, education, neuroscience, sociology, evolutionary biology, and anthropology, this essential reference presents the current state of the field in play research.
Cambridge International AS and A Level Economics Second Edition
by Peter Smith Adam Wilby Mila ZashevaEndorsed by Cambridge International to support the full syllabus for examination from 2023.Build strong subject knowledge and skills and an international outlook with author guidance and in-depth coverage of the revised Cambridge International AS & A Level Economics syllabus (9708).- Understand how the key concepts relate to real-life contexts with numerous case studies and examples from economies around the world.- Build confidence with opportunities to check understanding and tackle exam-style questions.- Ensure a thorough understanding with synoptic links that encourage students to apply their knowledge across different elements of the course.- Master the vocabulary needed to critically assess with key terms and concepts defined throughout, especially helpful for those whose first language is not English.- Develop quantitative skills with opportunities to interpret data throughout.- Maximise potential with study tips in each chapter that cover tricky concepts and provide advice on how to apply skills.
Cambridge International AS and A Level Economics Second Edition
by Peter Smith Adam Wilby Mila ZashevaEndorsed by Cambridge International to support the full syllabus for examination from 2023.Build strong subject knowledge and skills and an international outlook with author guidance and in-depth coverage of the revised Cambridge International AS & A Level Economics syllabus (9708).- Understand how the key concepts relate to real-life contexts with numerous case studies and examples from economies around the world.- Build confidence with opportunities to check understanding and tackle exam-style questions.- Ensure a thorough understanding with synoptic links that encourage students to apply their knowledge across different elements of the course.- Master the vocabulary needed to critically assess with key terms and concepts defined throughout, especially helpful for those whose first language is not English.- Develop quantitative skills with opportunities to interpret data throughout.- Maximise potential with study tips in each chapter that cover tricky concepts and provide advice on how to apply skills.
Leading Schools in Challenging Circumstances: Strategies for Success
by Philip Smith Les BellThe leadership of schools can make a significant difference to enhancing the life chances of students in schools and enabling them to succeed. This book examines leadership within schools, focusing on securing success within a challenging social and political environment. It explores the approaches to leadership adopted by four successful secondary school headteachers in a local authority situated in an area of high social deprivation and identifies the impact the headteachers of these schools have on staff, students and community. It analyses the key leadership strategies of these successful school leaders, strategies that can be deployed in all schools, and explores the links between leadership theories and leadership actions. The book goes on to examine how these strategies were actually implemented in a failing school in challenging circumstances and shows how other schools might benefit from such strategies and the insights on which they are based.
Leading Schools in Challenging Circumstances: Strategies for Success
by Philip Smith Les BellThe leadership of schools can make a significant difference to enhancing the life chances of students in schools and enabling them to succeed. This book examines leadership within schools, focusing on securing success within a challenging social and political environment. It explores the approaches to leadership adopted by four successful secondary school headteachers in a local authority situated in an area of high social deprivation and identifies the impact the headteachers of these schools have on staff, students and community. It analyses the key leadership strategies of these successful school leaders, strategies that can be deployed in all schools, and explores the links between leadership theories and leadership actions. The book goes on to examine how these strategies were actually implemented in a failing school in challenging circumstances and shows how other schools might benefit from such strategies and the insights on which they are based.
The Sense of Art: A Study in Aesthetic Education (Philosophy of Education Research Library)
by Ralph A. SmithRalph A. Smith provides a theory of aesthetic education that addresses the need to revitalize the capacity for genuine judgment in society, reaffirm the ideal of excellence in culture, and reorder our thoughts about teaching the arts in schools. The book presents an image of the curriculum as itinerary, preparing the young to traverse the world of art with adroitness and sensitivity.
The Sense of Art: A Study in Aesthetic Education (Philosophy of Education Research Library)
by Ralph A. SmithRalph A. Smith provides a theory of aesthetic education that addresses the need to revitalize the capacity for genuine judgment in society, reaffirm the ideal of excellence in culture, and reorder our thoughts about teaching the arts in schools. The book presents an image of the curriculum as itinerary, preparing the young to traverse the world of art with adroitness and sensitivity.
Learning in Work: A Negotiation Model of Socio-personal Learning (Professional and Practice-based Learning #23)
by Raymond SmithThis book explores and progresses the concept of negotiation as a means of describing and explaining individuals’ learning in work. It challenges the undertheorised and generic use of the concept in contemporary work-learning research where the concept of negotiation is most often deployed as a taken for granted synonym for interaction, co-participation and collaboration and, hence, used to unproblematically account for workers’ learning as engagement in social activity. Through a focus on workers’ personal practice and based on extensive longitudinal empirical research, the book advances a conceptual framework, The Three Dimensions of Negotiation, to propose a more rigorous and work-learning specific understanding of the concept of negotiation. This framework enables workers’ personal work practices and their contributions to the personal, organisational and occupational changes that evidence learning to be viewed as negotiations enacted and managed, within contexts that are in turn sets of premediate and concurrent negotiations that frame the transformations on and from which on-going negotiations of learning and practice ensue. The book does not seek to supplant understandings of the rich and valuable concept of negotiation. Rather, it seeks to develop and promote a more explicit use of the concept as a socio-personal learning concept at the same time as it opens alternative perspectives on its deployment as a metaphor for individual’s learning in work.