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Considered the profession's ideal learning resource, DIRECT SOCIAL
WORK PRACTICE: THEORY AND SKILLS, Eleventh Edition, prepares you
for effective real-world practice. Packed with case examples,
illustrations and relevant learning experiences from the authors
and other social work practitioners, the text integrates the major
theories and skills needed for contemporary direct social work
practice. Part of the Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series, the Eleventh
Edition is completely up to date, exploring evolving ethical and
practice challenges, the impact of COVID-19, implications of
electronic service delivery, social injustice, Black Lives Matter
and other issues related to racial inequity. In addition, the
authors have carefully revised the text to incorporate
gender-neutral language and explore key structural implications
affecting clients and practice. The text thoroughly integrates the
core competencies and recommended practice behaviors outlined in
the 2015 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set
by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). As you're preparing
to practice social work in today's complex world, this trusted text
is an ideal resource to equip you for exam and career success.
This text provides a theoretical and practical introduction to
statistical methods for students, researchers and practitioners
carrying out quantitative research in organizations. Emphasis is
placed on understanding key statistical concepts and issues,
developing knowledge of available statistical techniques and what
they can be used for, becoming familiar with practical data
analysis, and knowing how to interpret and report the results of
statistical analysis. Wherever possible the text is
non-mathematical in order to make it accessible as possible. The
reader is introduced to elementary material and their knowledge is
evolved as the book proceeds. The material is interactive and the
book can be used as a stand-alone introduction to statistics, a
reference text, or as an adopted text on a taught case. Pedagogical
features include question and answer sections for students and a
website is planned to include two programs, one called a
'confidence program' and the other developed to show students how
to determine sample sizes for statistical research.
50 of Donna's favorite projects in one gorgeous book
Donna Dewberry flowers are beautiful to behold, and they are
beautifully simple to create. You can achieve the same loveliness
using her easy-to-master One-Stroke painting techniques. Inside,
you'll see how--step by simple step. Pages are abloom with Donna's
favorite flowers (soon to be your favorites, too ), fabulous
landscapes, and garden projects to make your outside space a
happier place.
An intro chapter covers all the basics, from selecting your
tools and loading your brush, to fundamental brushstrokes, palette
knife painting techniques, and instructions for painting a variety
of beautiful backgrounds. Then follow along step by step to
create:
- 38 flowers--cottage garden blooms, spring bulb flowers,
wildflowers, herbs, exotics, floral motifs and more.
- 7 beautiful outdoor projects, including an address sign, a trio
of butterfly houses, and a patio clock.
- 5 fast and fabulous landscapes, from wildflower fields to a
tropical paradise.
Assembled from three of Donna's top-selling books, this collection
has everything you need to fill your every day with painted
sunshine
Considered the classic source in its field, DIRECT SOCIAL WORK
PRACTICE: THEORY AND SKILLS prepares you for effective real-world
practice. Packed with case examples, illustrations, and proven
learning experiences from the authors and other social work
practitioners, the book integrates the major theories and skills
that direct social work practitioners need to understand and
master. Part of the Brooks/Cole Empowerment Series, the tenth
edition is completely up to date and thoroughly integrates the core
competencies and recommended practice behaviors outlined in the
2015 Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) set by
the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
The UK handmade market is currently riding high as our attitudes to
shopping and the products we want to buy are changing. With this
change comes a new wave of manufacturers - small, local and
talented. If you are a producer of handmade products, or you have a
craft hobby and are thinking about taking the next step and
wondering how to do it, then this book has the answers. In it you
will find out: - How to turn your hobby into a small business -
Where to sell your products, both on and offline - How to price
your products - How to develop a unique and recognisable brand -
Where to start with visual merchandising - How to use social media
to market your business This book not only takes you through these
points in no-nonsense plain English, but also has quirky craft
activities to complete along the way. Jam-packed with top hints and
tips from real-life crafty small business owners in the know, this
book is essential reading for anyone looking to craft their way to
success!
Proven construction administration techniques for the civil
engineer-from pre-construction to closeout of land development
projects The complexity of modern land development requires the
civil engineer to play an integral role in working with both the
owner and contractor to meet schedule and budget requirements. The
engineer's role is emphasized with the prevalence of design-build
contracts and necessitated by current environmental regulations.
Construction Practices for Land Development: A Field Guide for
Civil Engineers builds on the design topics included in Land
Development Handbook as a project progresses from design into the
construction phase. In addition to traditional responsibilities
such as RFI responses and shop drawing review, the civil engineer
is responsible for evolving the design throughout permitting and
construction to address site conditions, operations, and regulatory
requirements. This hands-on civil engineering guide offers
explanations of:*Project delivery methods*Pre-construction
administration*Construction cost estimates*Construction stakeout
surveys*Construction administration*Advanced construction
roles*Construction techniques*Construction closeout*Construction
equipment
Advanced Public Speaking: Theory and Techniques Based on the
Rhetorical Canons provides students with classical and contemporary
theory, detailed guidance and techniques, and explorations of
various aspects of argumentation related to the development and
delivery of a variety of speeches. The book leads students through
the five rhetorical canons-invention, arrangement, style, memory,
and delivery-offering them a conceptual overview, followed by an
operational framework, and ending with cautions on what to avoid in
order to become stronger speakers. This structure provides students
with a highly practical model they can use when constructing their
own speeches. The text presents a myriad of rhetorical strategies,
stylistic devices, and practical examples for students to draw
upon, including vital insights for crafting informative,
persuasive, argumentative, and storytelling speeches, as well as
effective visual presentations. Two appendices feature outline
templates for the various ways to organize a speech and a visual
depiction of hand gestures to aid students in their delivery and
performance. Advanced Public Speaking equips students with the
information they need to develop into confident and capable public
speakers. The book is an exemplary guide for advanced undergraduate
and graduate-level courses in public speaking.
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