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A comprehensive, current review of the research and approaches to advanced proficiency in second language acquisition The Handbook of Advanced Proficiency in Second Language Acquisition offers an overview of the most recent and scientificΓÇôbased research concerning higher proficiency in second language acquisition (SLA). With contributions from an international team of experts in the field, the Handbook presents several theoretical approaches to SLA and offers an examination of advanced proficiency from the viewpoint of various contexts and dimensions of second language performance. The authors also review linguistic phenomena among advanced learners through the lens of phonology and grammar development. Comprehensive in scope, this book provides an overview of advanced proficiency grounded in sociallyΓÇôrelevant domains of second language acquisition including discourse, reading, genreΓÇôbased writing, and pragmatic competence. The authoritative volume brings together the theoretical accounts of advanced language use combined with solid empirical research. Includes contributions from an international collection of noted scholars in the field of second language acquisition Offers a variety of theoretical approaches to SLA Contains information on the most recent empirical research that contributes to an understanding of SLA Describes performance phenomena according to multiple approaches to SLA Written for scholars, students and linguists, The Handbook of Advanced Proficiency in Second Language Acquisition is a comprehensive text that offers the most recent developments in the study of advanced proficiency in the acquisition of a second language.
Should editing the human genome be allowed? What are the ethical implications of social restrictions during a pandemic? Is it ethical to use animals in clinical research? Is prioritizing COVID-19 treatment increasing deaths from other causes? Bioethics is a dynamic field of inquiry that draws on interdisciplinary expertise and methodology to address normative issues in healthcare, medicine, biomedical research, biotechnology, public health, and the environment. This Is Bioethics is an ideal introductory textbook for students new to the field, exploring the fundamental questions, concepts, and issues within this rapidly evolving area of study.Assuming no prior knowledge of the subject, this accessible volume helps students consider both traditional and cutting-edge questions, develop informed and defensible answers, and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of a diverse range of ethical positions in medicine. The authors avoid complex technical terms and jargon in favor of an easy-to-follow, informal writing style with engaging chapters designed to stimulate student interest and encourage class discussion. The book also features a deep dive into the realm of global public health ethics, including the response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It considers topics like triage decision-making, the proportionality of society's response to COVID-19, whether doctors have a professional obligation to treat COVID-19 patients, and whether vaccines for this virus should be mandatory.A timely addition to the acclaimed This Is Philosophy series, This Is Bioethics is the ideal primary textbook for undergraduate bioethics and practical ethics courses, and is a must-have reference for students in philosophy, biology, biochemistry, and medicine.
"The first student handbook on digital methods and sources for historians"--
Setting the Agenda describes the mass media s significant and sometimes controversial role in determining which topics are at the centre of public attention and action.
What is Medieval History? provides an accessible, far-ranging and passionate guide to the study of medieval history. The book discusses the creation of the academic field, the nature of the sources, the intellectual tools used by medievalists, and key areas of thematic importance from the fall of the Roman Empire to the Reformation.
Does the way we think about our minds matter? Our judgements about what counts as thought are so intimate that we may not even realize that we make them. But we do - and the way we make them has consequences for our sense of the real.* The Mind and Spirit project (presented in this volume) finds that the way people think about thinking, shapes the way they experience (what they take to be) gods and spirits* Authors are a team of anthropologists and psychologists who worked together for two years across sites in the United States, Ghana, Thailand, China, and Vanuatu* Argues that there are cultural differences in the way social worlds represent 'the mind' - we call these local theories of mind - and that these differences affect whether and how people, for instance, hear the voices of the dead or feel the presence of God* Discusses how the ways people think about thought and interiority can alter human sensory experience itself
The Nursing Associate's Handbook of Clinical SkillsThe Nursing Associate's Handbook of Clinical Skills provides evidence-based guidance for those undertaking the newly developed Nursing Associate (NA) role that bridges the gap between the Health Care Assistant (HCA) and the Registered Nurse (RN). Structured around the latest Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Proficiencies, this invaluable handbook helps the prospective Nursing Associates develop the skills and core competencies required to succeed in a broad range of healthcare contexts--covering more than 90 procedures, and communication and relationship management skills.This timely resource features contributions from a team of experienced clinicians and academics, addressing clinical procedures on topics including skin integrity, nutrition and hydration, mobility and safety, respiratory care, managing infection, administering medicine, and end of life care. Clear, accessible chapters contain a wealth of effective learning tools, including self-assessment tests, review questions, links to electronic resources, supporting evidence, and more. This must-have textbook:* Helps trainee Nursing Associates to develop and refine their skills, and demonstrate proficiency in offering care and support* Reflects current NMC annexes, providing practical guidance on a diverse range of communication skills, strategies and procedures* Covers the central elements of Nursing Associate care provision, including delivery, monitoring, and reviewing* Includes colour illustrations, photographs, tables, charts, graphs, and algorithms designed to develop skills and demonstrate the links between theory and practicePresenting the principles of care essential for meeting the needs of patients in dynamic health and social care environments, The Nursing Associate's Handbook of Clinical Skills is an indispensable guide for trainee Nursing Associates, as well as for health and social care assistants and those returning to practice.
Tiefgehende Analyse von Sarkopenie in der Gerontologie. Die Erkrankung ist noch immer wenig erforscht, hat jedoch weitreichende Auswirkungen in dem Fachgebiet.Von Sarkopenie sind ältere Männer und Frauen betroffen. Im klinischen Kontext spielt die Krankheit, die erst 2016 formal in die Internationale Klassifikation von Krankheiten aufgenommen wurde, weiterhin eine ungeordnete Rolle. Die gesundheitlichen und finanziellen Folgen können für eine Gesellschaft immens sein, wenn keine einheitlichen und effektiven Verfahren umgesetzt werden, um die Erkrankung zu erkennen und zu behandeln.In der überarbeiteten und erweiterten 2. Auflage von Sarcopenia erhalten Geriatern und weitere Experten aus dem Gesundheitssektor einen Überblick über diese kaum erforschte und wenig erkannte Erkrankung. Die Herausgeber sind namhafte Experten und betrachten die Epidemiologie und Diagnose der Sarkopenie, Behandlungsoptionen und mögliche Präventionsstrategien. Die acht neuen Kapitel bauen auf dem vorhandenen Wissensstand auf und liefern neue Erkenntnisse, u. a. zu Biomarkern bei Sakropenie und den Auswirkungen auf das Gesundheitswesen. Diese wichtige Publikation- definiert Sarkopenie und erläutert die klinische Relevanz.- präsentiert die jüngsten wissenschaftlichen Erkenntnisse.- beleuchtet Behandlungsoptionen.- erläutert Präventionsstrategien.- zeigt die Bedeutung von Sarkopenie im Gesundheitswesen.- enthält acht neue Kapitel, u. a. zu dem klinischen Management der Erkrankung, zu Biomarkern und zu den finanziellen Folgen.Die 2. Auflage von Sarcopenia ist ein bahnbrechendes und wichtiges neues Referenzwerk für Kliniker und weitere Experten in der Geriatrie, Altenpflege und Altenheimen und der Fachrichtungen Ernährung, Onkologie, Endokrinologie, Chirurgie, Sportmedizin sowie einer Vielzahl von Fachgebieten.
Fundamentals of Person-Centred Healthcare Practice presents evidence-based perspectives on a broad range of approaches to person-centred practice in healthcare. Featuring contributions from internationally recognised experts in the field, this valuable textbook helps students and staff across healthcare disciplines understand the essential concepts of person-centred practice in various health-related contexts. Using the Person-centred Practice Framework--an innovative theoretical model based on more than two decades of research and practice--students develop a strong understanding of the different components of person-centredness, their connections and interactions, and how they can be implemented to promote positive healthcare experiences for care providers, service-users, and families.Recognising the dynamic and complex nature of person-centredness, the text emphasises the importance of a common language and a shared understanding of person-centred practice in all areas of healthcare, from hospital and social care systems, to mental health, learning disability, and rehabilitation services. This practical and insightful introduction to the subject:* Provides engaging, student-friendly coverage of the central principles and practice of person-centredness within a multi-professional and interdisciplinary context* Features cases and examples of person-centred practice in curricula worldwide* Includes activities designed to support person-centred practitioner development* Discusses the future of person-centred facilitation, learning and practice* Offers real-world guidance on providing a holistic approach to developing person-centred relationships that facilitate meaningful connections with othersFundamentals of Person-Centred Healthcare Practice is an indispensable resource for nursing and allied health professionals, and an important reference work for educators, facilitators, supervisors and healthcare practitioners.
A quick reference and revision guide on the most common oral and perioral diseases seen in clinical practiceClinical Guide to Oral Diseases is a concise reference on the common diseases encountered in daily practice. Presenting a large selection of clinical cases, this user-friendly resource covers a range of oral and perioral lesions located in hard and soft tissues of the mouth and neck, as well as oral manifestations of various systemic diseases. Nearly 300 high-quality color images complement succinct descriptions of clinical cases seen in both community and hospital care settings.Divided into three parts, the text first covers oral lesions classified by their color, appearance, and symptomatology such as bleeding, disturbances of saliva, taste, and orofacial pain. Part two describes the most common oral lesions by location, including those in the buccal mucosae, floor of mouth, gingivae and jaws, lips, neck, palate, salivary glands, tongue, and teeth. The third part encompasses oral lesions that are normal variations or those common to specific age groups or associated with various clinical phenomena.* Provides nearly 300 high-quality clinical photos and relevant questions to help lead readers to the proper diagnosis of common oral diseases* Contains concise tables relevant to each chapter with a list of common oral lesions and conditions* Offers MCQs of varying levels of difficulty to help readers test their knowledge in Oral Medicine* Includes clinical flow charts according to the location and duration of oral lesions* Incorporates the ICD-10 Codes of oral lesions and diseasesClinical Guide to Oral Diseases is a valuable reference for general dental and medical practitioners, undergraduate dental students, and postgraduate trainees in oral and maxillofacial surgery, oral medicine, oral pathology, periodontology as well as general pathology, dermatology or head and neck oncology.
Offers a close reading of individual texts with attention to their cultural and canonical context. This title examines the history and evolution of the novel to 1900 and defines each author's aesthetic, cultural, political, and historical significance.
* Presents an integrated model of the geological, atmospheric, oceanographic and biological Earth systems operating today. * Gives an holistic overview of how the interacting systems have created the changing nature of Earth's environments through time.
The EILS Development Guide is meant to be used as a companion to the EIL S Inventory, which offers a valid and reliable, quantitative and qualitative, self assessment of emotionally intelligent leadership skills.
Volumes 2 and 3 present over thirty of the articles which have best illuminated Britain's Industrial revolution, and cover four main areas: the concept of the Industrial Revolution, and the central themes of land, labour and capital.
The issues surrounding water quantity and quality of supply, and ecological conservation in its present and probable future forms are explored in this book. It also examines the questions of policy and technical responses to the problems addressed.
aeo Concise treatment of simple to complex options. aeo Presented in a non--mathematical format. aeo Contains OPTION! software. aeo New chapter on exotic options. aeo Two chapters on European options.
Updated companion volume to the ever popular Statistics at Square One (SS1) Statistics at Square Two, Second Edition, helps you evaluate the many statistical methods in current use. Going beyond the basics of SS1, it covers sophisticated methods and highlights misunderstandings.
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