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Health and safety is important to everyone nowadays, especially
with the burgeoning extent of legislation and regulations in the
area both in UK terms but perhaps more importantly within and
across the European Community. One of the industries most affected
by this is the building and construction sector, which because of
its traditionally poor record in this respect and its widespread
and under-policed activities is now subject to the Construction,
Design and Management (CDM) Regulations. These require that every
project involving building or demolition work which is undertaken,
regardless of the industry concerned and for what purpose, must be
planned and documented according to these safety regulations and
procedures. Non-compliance can attract heavy penalties, including
fines and prison sentences.
In addition, the possibilities of actions like this, and their
contingent financial costs, are beginning to determine a whole
philosophy to underpin business management. It is therefore vital
to understand exactly what legal obligations and duties are
inherent in either managing, contracting or carrying out a given
piece of work. Lack of knowledge of this nature can prove to be
very costly, so this book will show you how to find your way around
the maze of rules and regulations in order to improve your business
efficiency and reduce exposure to financial risk.
Takes a management view of health and safety regulations and
compliance
Latest developments and likely future directions covered
Case studies provide real-life examples
Scientific soil prospecting methods can give dramatic pictures of
buried archaeological sites, and sometimes information on what
occurred within them, before any earth has been removed. Dr Clark,
who was one of the earliest to work in this field, has written a
general survey of an increasingly important area of practical
archaeology. The emphasis is on the principles and practical
application of the well established techniques of resistivity,
magnetometry and magnetic susceptibility, with shorter sections on
emerging and less common techniques such as ground-penetrating
radar, electromagnetic methods and phosphate survey. This paperback
edition updates and enhances the earlier book, adding new material
such as the large-scale evaluation exercises now required as a
precondition of planning consent for major developments.
When the United Nations Charter was adopted in 1945, states
established a legal `paradigm' for regulating the recourse to armed
force. In the years since then, however, significant developments
have challenged the paradigm's validity, causing a `pardigmatic
shift'. International Law and the Use of Force traces this shift
and explores its implications for contemporary international law
and practice.
What does human dignity mean and what role should it play in
guiding the mission of international institutions? In recent
decades, global institutions have proliferated -- from
intergovernmental organizations to hybrid partnerships. The
specific missions of these institutions are varied, but is there a
common animating principle to inform their goals? Presented as an
integrated, thematic analysis that transcends individual
contributions, "Human Dignity and the Future of Global
Institutions" argues that the concept of human dignity can serve as
this principle.
Human dignity consists of the agency of individuals to apply
their gifts to thrive, and requires social recognition of each
person's inherent value and claim to equal access to opportunity.
Contributors examine how traditional and emerging institutions are
already advancing human dignity, and then identify strategies to
make human dignity more central to the work of global institutions.
They explore traditional state-created entities, as well as
emergent, hybrid institutions and faith-based organizations.
Concluding with a final section that lays out a path for a
cross-cultural dialogue on human dignity, the book offers a
framework to successfully achieve the transformation of global
politics into service of the individual.
Making decisions is certainly the most important task managers are
faced with, and it is often a very difficult one. This book offers
a procedure for solving complex decision problems step by step.
Unlike other texts, the book focuses on problem analysis, on
developing potential solutions, and on establishing a
decision-making matrix. In this fourth edition of the book,
published under a new title, the authors present simplified,
actionable guidelines that can be easily applied to the individual
steps in the heuristic process. The book is intended for
decision-makers at companies, non-profit organizations and in
public administration whose work involves complex problems. It will
also benefit students and participants in executive courses.
The research teachers carry out into their own professional practice and environment is increasingly recognised as highly relevant and valuable. As well as being an exciting and fulfilling kind of research to carry out, it informs both policy and practice in education, constitutes a key resource for teachers, teacher educators and policy makers and is important for professional development.
Bringing together accounts of teacher research projects from all over the world and from all sectors of education. Teacher Inquiry: Living the Research in Everyday Practice covers:
- The practicalities of initiating and conducting teacher research; - The different models and methodologies available to teacher researchers; - The issues surrounding, and emerging from teacher research.
The editors' introduction provides insight into the reasons for undertaking teacher inquiry, its valuable role in contemporary education and what new directions this form of research might take in the future. The collection reflects the incredible diversity of teacher research, and is a rich source of both information and inspiration for any teacher embarking on, or thinking of conducting, research into their own professional context. eBook available with sample pages: 0203417666
The research teachers carry out into their own professional practice and environment is increasingly recognised as highly relevant and valuable. As well as being an exciting and fulfilling kind of research to carry out, it informs both policy and practice in education, constitutes a key resource for teachers, teacher educators and policy makers and is important for professional development.
Bringing together accounts of teacher research projects from all over the world and from all sectors of education. Teacher Inquiry: Living the Research in Everyday Practice covers:
- The practicalities of initiating and conducting teacher research; - The different models and methodologies available to teacher researchers; - The issues surrounding, and emerging from teacher research.
The editors' introduction provides insight into the reasons for undertaking teacher inquiry, its valuable role in contemporary education and what new directions this form of research might take in the future. The collection reflects the incredible diversity of teacher research, and is a rich source of both information and inspiration for any teacher embarking on, or thinking of conducting, research into their own professional context.
Health and safety is important to everyone nowadays, especially
with the burgeoning extent of legislation and regulations in the
area both in UK terms but perhaps more importantly within and
across the European Community. One of the industries most affected
by this is the building and construction sector, which because of
its traditionally poor record in this respect and its widespread
and under-policed activities is now subject to the Construction,
Design and Management (CDM) Regulations. These require that every
project involving building or demolition work which is undertaken,
regardless of the industry concerned and for what purpose, must be
planned and documented according to these safety regulations and
procedures. Non-compliance can attract heavy penalties, including
fines and prison sentences. In addition, the possibilities of
actions like this, and their contingent financial costs, are
beginning to determine a whole philosophy to underpin business
management. It is therefore vital to understand exactly what legal
obligations and duties are inherent in either managing, contracting
or carrying out a given piece of work. Lack of knowledge of this
nature can prove to be very costly, so this book will show you how
to find your way around the maze of rules and regulations in order
to improve your business efficiency and reduce exposure to
financial risk.
Scientific soil prospecting methods can give dramatic pictures of
buried archaeological sites, and sometimes information on what
occurred within them, before any earth has ben removed. Dr Clark,
who was one of the earliest to work in this field, has written the
first general survey of an increasingly important area of practical
archaeology. The emphasis is on the principles and practical
application of the well established techniques of resistivity,
magnetometry and magnetic susceptibility, with shorter sections on
emerging and less common techniques such as ground-penetrating
radar, electromagnetic methods and phosphate survey. This paperback
edition updates and enhances the earlier book, adding new material
such as the large-scale evaluation exercises now required as a
precondition of planning consent for major developments.
When the United Nations Charter was adopted in 1945, states
established a legal "paradigm" for regulating the recourse to armed
force. In the years since then, however, significant developments
have challenged the paradigm's validity, causing a paradigmatic
shift. "International Law and the Use of Force" traces this shift
and explores its implications for contemporary international law
and practice.
What does human dignity mean and what role should it play in
guiding the mission of international institutions? In recent
decades, global institutions have proliferated -- from
intergovernmental organizations to hybrid partnerships. The
specific missions of these institutions are varied, but is there a
common animating principle to inform their goals? Presented as an
integrated, thematic analysis that transcends individual
contributions, "Human Dignity and the Future of Global
Institutions" argues that the concept of human dignity can serve as
this principle.
Human dignity consists of the agency of individuals to apply
their gifts to thrive, and requires social recognition of each
person's inherent value and claim to equal access to opportunity.
Contributors examine how traditional and emerging institutions are
already advancing human dignity, and then identify strategies to
make human dignity more central to the work of global institutions.
They explore traditional state-created entities, as well as
emergent, hybrid institutions and faith-based organizations.
Concluding with a final section that lays out a path for a
cross-cultural dialogue on human dignity, the book offers a
framework to successfully achieve the transformation of global
politics into service of the individual.
This book draws together various theoretical and research-based
perspectives to examine the institutionalization of mentoring
processes for beginning teachers. Teacher induction, defined as the
guidance provided to new teachers, is increasingly gaining traction
as a key stage in promoting quality education. Major efforts have
been put into reducing transitional challenges from being a student
teacher to a practicing teacher; optimizing professional
relationships and socialization into school dynamics; and
increasing teacher retention. Mentoring has been proven to add
benefits in assisting beginning teachers during the early years of
their teaching career, because it provides the required knowledge
and skills to face uncertain school scenarios and the complexities
of practice. However, teacher induction programs are not part of
regular instruction in many countries. The lack of teacher training
during the induction phase might result in lower levels of
commitment, professional isolation, or even attrition. This book
calls for more concrete mentoring processes for early career
teachers, and questions how this can be put into practice.
This book draws together various theoretical and research-based
perspectives to examine the institutionalization of mentoring
processes for beginning teachers. Teacher induction, defined as the
guidance provided to new teachers, is increasingly gaining traction
as a key stage in promoting quality education. Major efforts have
been put into reducing transitional challenges from being a student
teacher to a practicing teacher; optimizing professional
relationships and socialization into school dynamics; and
increasing teacher retention. Mentoring has been proven to add
benefits in assisting beginning teachers during the early years of
their teaching career, because it provides the required knowledge
and skills to face uncertain school scenarios and the complexities
of practice. However, teacher induction programs are not part of
regular instruction in many countries. The lack of teacher training
during the induction phase might result in lower levels of
commitment, professional isolation, or even attrition. This book
calls for more concrete mentoring processes for early career
teachers, and questions how this can be put into practice.
Making decisions is certainly the most important task managers are
faced with, and it is often a very difficult one. This book offers
a procedure for solving complex decision problems step by step.
Unlike other texts, the book focuses on problem analysis, on
developing potential solutions, and on establishing a
decision-making matrix. In this fourth edition of the book,
published under a new title, the authors present simplified,
actionable guidelines that can be easily applied to the individual
steps in the heuristic process. The book is intended for
decision-makers at companies, non-profit organizations and in
public administration whose work involves complex problems. It will
also benefit students and participants in executive courses.
It is the longevity of CITE that prompted the authors to turn
their inquiries about teaching and learning to the challenges of
sustaining their own project. The result is a collection that
chronicles some of the lessons learned through their many
experiences. The book represents multiple viewpoints on what counts
as reform in teacher education and includes the voices of students
(aspiring teachers) who are rarely asked to contribute to such
projects.
In Dual Transformation, innovation and growth consultant Scott
Anthony and his coauthors, Clark Gilbert and Mark Johnson, propose
a practical and sustainable approach to one of the greatest
challenges facing leaders today: transforming your business in the
face of imminent disruption. Dual Transformation illustrates the
inevitable rise and fall of companies in the age of technological
change. But, more importantly, it shows you how your company can
come out of a market shift stronger and more profitable. Anthony,
Gilbert, and Johnson build upon the lessons of Xerox, Apple, Barnes
& Noble, and a case study from Gilbert's first-hand experience
transforming his own media and publishing company, to describe the
process of successfully weathering the digital age by adapting a
current business model to the new marketplace. The book offers
critical insight to responding to disruptive shock with three value
propositions: (A) repositioning today's business to maximize
resilience, (B) creating a new growth engine, and (C) taking
advantage of assets to result in creative new markets. With great
change comes great opportunity, and this book will get you there
with tools to reshape your business model.
Winnie the Witch uses her magic to solve some very practical
problems. But the results are never quite as she imagined... One
day after turning everything in her house black to hide the mess,
she discovers she can no longer see her black cat Wilbur. So she
decides to use a bit of magic, and that's when the trouble really
starts... This wonderful new play for children brings together all
three books in the award-winning Winnie the Witch series which have
delighted children all over the world. This is the perfect
opportunity to introduce children aged 3 to 6 to the excitement of
live theatre.
Neurodivergence and Architecture, Volume Five, the latest release
in the Developments in Neuroethics and Bioethics series, focuses on
the new and fascinating ethical and legal challenges posed by
neurotechnology and its global regulation. Topics in this new
release cover STS on architecture, Embodied Rhetoric/ Disability
Studies, Autoethnography, Bioethics/Materialist Feminism, Advocacy,
Cultural Commentary: Being Autistic Together, An autistic
perspective on built spaces, Empty spaces and refrigerator boxes:
making autistic spaces, On the Losing Myself Project, Neither Use
nor Ornament (NUNO) project, Madness and (Be)coming Out Within and
Through Spaces of Confinement, and more.
A completely revised and updated version of this book was published
in 2015 under the title "The Strategy Planning Process". A
company's strategies define its future direction, specifying not
only target market positions for many years to come, but also the
key competitive advantages both at the level of market offers and
of resources. Developing future strategies is an important and
complex task, which is the core issue in this book. After a short
introduction to strategic planning, a heuristic process for
determining future strategies is presented. This process is divided
into eight steps, and for each of these steps, detailed
recommendations for problem-solving are provided and illustrated
through many concrete examples. The new edition is improved.
It is the longevity of CITE that prompted the authors to turn
their inquiries about teaching and learning to the challenges of
sustaining their own project. The result is a collection that
chronicles some of the lessons learned through their many
experiences. The book represents multiple viewpoints on what counts
as reform in teacher education and includes the voices of students
(aspiring teachers) who are rarely asked to contribute to such
projects.
Shortly after leaving the Alpha et Omega (MacGregor Mather's
reformulation of the Hermetic Order of the Golden Dawn), Paul
Foster Case developed a lecture series entitled "The First Year
Course". The purpose of the lectures was to provide students with a
firm foundation in spiritual science and practice and to prepare
them for Paul Case's rendition of the Golden Dawn Order. When this
coursework was expanded in 1924, the contents of the "The First
Year Course" became known as Section A, The Life Power', and
Section B,The Seven Steps of Spiritual Unfoldment'. The Life Power'
provided a firm foundation of Occult Fundamentals and the The Seven
Steps of Spiritual Unfoldment' utilized the Major Arcana of the
Tarot to communicate the stages of Spiritual Evolution. The early
writings of Paul Foster Case are exceptionally clear and represent
some of his finest work. Anyone approaching these lessons for the
first time are encouraged to spend at least two weeks on each
before proceeding to the next. This is precisely the manner in
which the lectures and lessons were intended to be assimilated.
Paul Case utilizes images in addition to words to communicate
principles. Proceeding in such a manner will allow the
corresponding ideas to take root and mature and thus facilitate
understanding of the next lesson in the series.
A completely revised and updated version of this book was published
in 2015 under the title "The Strategy Planning Process". A
company's strategies define its future direction, specifying not
only target market positions for many years to come, but also the
key competitive advantages both at the level of market offers and
of resources. Developing future strategies is an important and
complex task, which is the core issue in this book. After a short
introduction to strategic planning, a heuristic process for
determining future strategies is presented. This process is divided
into eight steps, and for each of these steps, detailed
recommendations for problem-solving are provided and illustrated
through many concrete examples. The new edition is improved.
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