Books published by Cengage Learning, Inc

If you're intimidated by the thought of taking research methods, Rubin/Babbie's RESEARCH METHODS FOR SOCIAL WORK, 10th Edition, can help you overcome the fear associated with this course with its reader-friendly presentation of all aspects of the research endeavor. Students will appreciate the authors' clear and humorous writing style as well as the depth and breadth of coverage of current issues regarding social and racial justice. The text strikes a balance of quantitative and qualitative research techniques, illustrating how the two methods complement one another and can be integrated in the same study. Real-world examples highlight connections between research, social work practice and social justice. Comprehensive, friendly, accurate and integrating the best of technology, the text is widely considered the best for the research methods course -- and when you read it, you'll see why.

Helps teach readers what they need and want to know about sexuality while clearly conveying foundational biological and health issues and citing current and classic research. This edition continues answering the questions and concerns that readers have about themselves and their sexuality with scientific fact, and sensitivity.

Delivers the coverage of the legal implications and ramifications of doing business internationally, along with the related cultural, political, economic, and ethical issues faced by global business managers.

Learn all about modeling dynamic systems with Kelly's SYSTEM DYNAMICS AND CONTROLS, 1st Edition. Topics are presented in a clear and concise way that are easy to engage with. Each chapter has a preview of the chapter at the beginning and a summary of the chapter at the end, including a list of important equations. A multitude of worked-out examples and end-of-chapter problems allow plenty of opportunities to master the content.

Offers a country-by-country approach that allows students to fully examine similarities and differences among countries and within and between political systems.

Develops statistical literacy and critical thinking through real-world applications, with an emphasis on ideas, not calculations. This text focuses on the key concepts that educated citizens need to know about statistics.

Examines philosophies and philosophers. This seventh edition is supported by an array of teaching and learning resources including an online resource center with easy-to-use lecture and class preparation tools.

Previous edition published as Cornerstones of financial accounting in 2018.

Develop a strong conceptual understanding of statistics as ESSENTIALS OF MODERN BUSINESS STATISTICS WITH MICROSOFT EXCEL, 8E balances real-world applications with an integrated focus on the latest version of Microsoft Excel. This best-selling, essentials edition clearly develops each statistical technique in an application setting. You learn to master statistical methodology with an easy-to-follow presentation of a statistical procedure followed by a discussion of how to use Excel 2019 to perform the procedure. Step-by-step instructions and screen captures ensure understanding. More than 140 new business examples, proven methods, and application exercises show how statistics provide insights into today's business decisions and problems. A unique problem-scenario approach and new case problems demonstrate how to apply statistical methods to practical business situations. MindTap digital resources provide tools to help you master Excel, Excel Online, and R as well as gain an understanding of business statistics.

From the dawn of civilization to the modern dilemmas of nation building in Africa and the Middle East, this book looks at the common challenges and experiences that unite the human past and inform the future. It uses colorful visuals, maps, and dramatic first-hand historical accounts to give readers a powerful perspective on the human experience.