An Introduction to Applied Cognitive Psychology offers an accessible review of recent research in the application of cognitive methods, theories, and models. Using real-world scenarios and engaging everyday examples this book offers clear explanations of how the findings of cognitive psychologists have been put to use. The book explores all of the major areas of cognitive psychology, including attention, perception, memory, thinking and decision making, as well as some of the factors that aff...

This concise, accessible, market-leading textbook brings together the wide-ranging fundamentals students need to understand rocks and minerals, and shows them how they relate to the broader Earth, materials and environmental sciences. Designed specifically for one-semester courses, it is beautifully illustrated to explain the key concepts in mineralogy and petrology. This edition has been fully updated based on classroom experience, and new features include a completely new chapter providing ...

From the bestselling Maths Recovery series comes another exciting resource for teachers. Focusing around the three stages of development that connect to whole number knowledge this is an essential addition to your Mathematics teaching toolkit.

An Introduction to Child Development, Third Edition provides undergraduate students in psychology and other disciplines with a comprehensive survey of the main areas of child development, from infancy through to adolescence, in a readily accessible format. It equips students with an appreciation of the critical issues, while providing balanced coverage of topics that represent both classic and cutting edge work in this vast and fascinating field. The new edition has been fully updated and fea...

Whether you're undertaking an employability module on your course, or need advice on developing transferable employability skills throughout your degree, this handy guide provides the theory and practical help you need to get your foot on the career ladder on graduation.

Theories of Developmental Psychology is the ideal book for anyone interested in an insightful, in-depth look at child development. With her engaging tone and exceptional scholarship, Patricia Miller illustrates what is exciting about each theory she presents and how it contributes to a broader understanding of developmental psychology. Revised to reflect the latest empirical and theoretical findings as well as our changing world Theories of Developmental Psychology 6th edition provides the mo...

Telling you 'everything you need to know' to help your organization implement DevOps on the Microsoft platform, this book teaches how to use Visual Studio, Visual Studio Team Services and Azure to implement a complete DevOps process, including how to introduce DevOps to your organization and how to overcome problems.

A practical introduction to statistical analysis by this award-winning teacher, helping students to make clear connections between statistics and the real world.

This book contains a collection of autobiographical stories centered on themes of race/ethnicity, immigration/acculturation, religion, and social class. Stories allow the reader to understand the significance and influence of culture on identity development, sense of self, family relationships, interpersonal relationships, and life choices.

Inspiring to teachers of all experience levels, this guide uses humour and insight to show how to teach with daring, while growing through risk, reflection, and revision.