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En Marcha: An Intensive Spanish Course for Beginners

En Marcha: An Intensive Spanish Course for Beginners

En Marcha is an intensive course in Spanish for beginners. Systematic and comprehensive it takes the student from beginner's to upper intermediate level in one year. Carefully graded exercises and expert grammatical explanations are combined with lively activities and an attractive presentation to develop the four key skills of listening speaking reading and writing. The material is organised in 8 units each unit introduces new language and provides a variety of activities to practise that language with clear instructions guiding the student and regular summaries of key points. The units also provide sections for self-study which consolidate material learnt in class as well as a full key to the exercises. Additional material includes audio files to accompany the book available free to download at www. routledge. com/cw/rio a grammar reference index and lists of essential vocabulary in easy-to-learn groups. | En Marcha: An Intensive Spanish Course for Beginners

GBP 180.00
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The Craft of Tonal Counterpoint

The Craft of Tonal Counterpoint

First Published in 2003. The Craft of Tonal Counterpoint is an introductory text to the analysis and composition of tonal counterpoint. Using examples from the music of J. S. Bach - the master of this style - the author takes students through a series of carefully graded cumulative exercises that stress both analysis and writing. Benjamin covers chromaticism and fugal writing in exceptional detail. The exercises cover a wide range of formats including error detection linear pitch reduction analysis and composition. The book also incorporates a 100-page anthology of scores effective for analysis in-class performance and compositional models.

GBP 180.00
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First Steps In Research and Statistics A Practical Workbook for Psychology Students

First Steps In Research and Statistics A Practical Workbook for Psychology Students

First Steps in Research and Statistics is a new very accessible approach to learning about quantitative methods. No previous knowledge or experience is assumed and every stage of the research process is covered. Key topics include: Formulating your research questions How to choose the right statistical test for your research design Important research issues such as questionnaire design ethics sampling reliability and validity Conducting simple statistics to explore relationships and differences in your data Using statistics to explore relationships and differences in your data Writing up your research report and presenting statistics Simple and helpful worksheets and flow diagrams guide you through the research stages. Each chapter contains exercises with answers to check whether you've understood. | First Steps In Research and Statistics A Practical Workbook for Psychology Students

GBP 180.00
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Routledge Intensive German Course

Routledge Intensive German Course

This intensive foundation course in German is designed for students with no previous knowledge of the language. Offering an original and distinctive approach to language learning the course presents German within its cultural context and encourages both practical language skills and enhanced communicative strategies. An answer key is supplied for all relevant exercises and features of the course include: reading and listening texts as well as texts for closer analysis language focus sections on grammar test your knowledge exercises and issues of style and social communication informative notes explaining cultural references lots of exercises including revision of previously learnt vocabulary or language patterns. Using authentic language throughout the Routledge Intensive German Course takes students from beginner to intermediate level in one year. Progress is carefully structured starting with simple grammar and working towards more complex points with the acquisition of a significant body of vocabulary so ultimately enabling students to understand complex language patterns and express themselves fluently in a wide range of situations. To perfect listening and pronunciation skills audio materials are presented on accompanying CDs available to order separately and guidance for tutors as well as links to related sites is also available at: www. routledge. com/textbooks/0415253462

GBP 180.00
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Construction Mathematics

Construction Mathematics

Construction Mathematics is an introductory level mathematics text written specifically for students of construction and related disciplines. Learn by tackling exercises based on real-life construction maths. Examples include: costing calculations labour costs cost of materials and setting out of building components. Suitable for beginners and easy to follow throughout. Learn the essential basic theory along with the practical necessities. The second edition of this popular textbook is fully updated to match new curricula and expanded to include even more learning exercises. End of chapter exercises cover a range of theoretical as well as practical problems commonly found in construction practice and three detailed assignments based on practical tasks give students the opportunity to apply all the knowledge they have gained. Construction Mathematics addresses all the mathematical requirements of Level 2 construction NVQs from City and Guilds/CITB and Edexcel courses including the BTEC First Diploma in Construction. Additional coverage of the core unit Mathematics in Construction and the Built Environment from BTEC National Construction Civil Engineering and Building Services courses makes this an essential revision aid for students who do not have Level 2 mathematics experience before commencing their BTEC National studies. This is also the ideal primer for any reader who wishes to refresh their mathematics knowledge before going into a construction HNC or BSc.

GBP 180.00
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Character Animation Fundamentals Developing Skills for 2D and 3D Character Animation

Character Animation Fundamentals Developing Skills for 2D and 3D Character Animation

Expand your animation toolkit and remain competitive in the industry with this leading resource for 2D and 3D character animation techniques. Apply the industry's best practices to your own workflows and develop 2D 3D and hybrid characters with ease. With side by side comparisons of 2D and 3D character design improve your character animation and master traditional principles and processes including weight and balance timing and walks. Develop characters inspired by humans birds fish snakes and four legged animals. Breathe life into your character and develop a characters personality with chapters on acting voice-synching and facial expressions. Expertly integrate core animation techniques with your software of choice featuring step-by-step tutorials highlighting 3ds Max Maya and Blender workflows. Adapt the tips tricks and techniques for unique projects like character design for rotoscoping and motion capture. Advance beyond the fundamentals of 2D and 3D character animation with the companion website which includes short demonstration movies 2D and 3D exercises and fully rigged character models. | Character Animation Fundamentals Developing Skills for 2D and 3D Character Animation

GBP 180.00
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Applied Principles of Horticultural Science

Applied Principles of Horticultural Science

Applied Principles of Horticultural Science is that critical thing for all students of horticulture - a book that teaches the theory of horticultural science through the practice of horticulture itelf. The book is divided into three sections - Plant science Soil science Pest and disease. Each section contains a number of chapters relating to a major principle of applied horticulture. Each chapter starts with a key point summary and introduces the underpinning knowledge which is then reinforced by exercises. The book contains over 70 practical exercises presented in a way that makes students think for themselves. Answers to the exercises are given at the end of chapters. Clear step-by-step instructions make practical work accessible to students of all abilities. This new third edition provides an even wider sweep of case studies to make this book an essential practical workbook for horticulture students and gardners alike. Updated material fits with the latest RHS City and Guilds and Edexcel syllabus. It is particularly suitable for the RHS Certificate Advanced Certificate and Edexcel Diplomas as well as for those undertaking NPTC National Advanced National courses and Horticulture NVQs at levels 2 and 3 together with the new Diploma in Environmental and Land-based studies. Laurie Brown is a horticultural scientist and educator. He is Director of Academex a consultancy company aspiring to excellence in teaching and learning. Laurie previously worked with the Standards Unit on the design of exemplary teaching resources in the land-based sector.

GBP 180.00
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Unlocking Contract Law

Unlocking Contract Law

The Unlocking the Law series makes the law accessible. Each chapter contains activities such as quick quizzes and self-test questions key facts charts to consolidate your knowledge and diagrams to aid learning. Cases judgments and primary source quotations are prominently displayed. Summaries help you understand each chapter there is a glossary of legal terminology. New features include problem questions with guidance on answering as well as essay questions and answer plans plus cases and materials exercises. All titles in the series follow the same formula and include the same features so students can move easily from one subject to another. www. unlockingthelaw. co. uk provides free resources such as multiple choice questions key questions and answers revision mp3s and cases and materials exercises. | Unlocking Contract Law

GBP 180.00
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Essential German Grammar

Essential German Grammar

Essential German Grammar is a student-friendly grammar and workbook designed to give learners a firm foundation on which to build a real understanding of both spoken and written German. The reference grammar section offers clear explanations of key grammar points while a separate exercise section gives students the opportunity to test themselves and put into practice what they have learned. This new edition has been revised and updated throughout. Explanations tables and exercises have been improved and a number of the authentic texts and illustrations have been replaced by new material. Key features of this second edition include: User-friendly layout with updated 2 colour design engaging illustrations and visually appealing tables throughout to aid the learning process Clear and accessible explanations with memorable examples informed by the latest research on the German language and presented in accordance with current teaching methodology Helpful parallels between English and German provided where relevant End-of-chapter extracts taken from contemporary journalistic or authentic literary sources illustrating grammar in context with model translations provided at the back of the book Material to enable better strategic learning and understanding including a Why Grammar? FAQ section a glossary of grammatical terms in both English and German and a complete answer key to exercises Created especially for the new edition a companion website at www. routledge. com/cw/kaiser offering a wealth of additional materials including interactive exercises quizzes and flashcards to test student understanding downloadable PDF sheets for classroom use PowerPoint slides for instructors and audio recordings illustrating the sounds of spoken German. Written by highly e

GBP 180.00
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Sex-Offender Therapy A How-To Workbook for Therapists Treating Sexually Aggressive Adults Adolescents and Children

Sex-Offender Therapy A How-To Workbook for Therapists Treating Sexually Aggressive Adults Adolescents and Children

Groundbreaking information for treating sex offenders Sexual abuse sexual addiction and sexual offending have become a significant clinical problem. Successfully treating these disorders is the first step toward preventing future victims. Sex-Offender Therapy is a practical workbook for clinicians who deal with sexually aggressive adults adolescents and children. This invaluable professional resource focuses on how to treat patients male and female impaired by sexual addiction sexual disorders sex offending and other sexual misconduct behaviors. Designed as an accessible step-by-step guide Sex-Offender Therapy features case studies work exercises and clinical suggestions that help to walk the reader through a sexual disorders program. With a wealth of therapeutic interventions as well as information on polygraph testing and the FDA-approved plethysmograph this unique text breaks new ground. Additionally this detailed volume not only presents clinical definitions of all the sexual disorders but goes beyond patient features and evaluation to look at useable concrete methods for lasting treatment. Topics discussed in Sex-Offender Therapy include: problems stress and boundary setting transference and countertransference sexual recovery therapy and its techniques acknowledgement and responsibility the stand-up presentation and victim empathy cycles of offending using the four phases as a relapse prevention format working with the difficult offender trauma in adult adolescent and child offenders the cost of offending antisocial disordered patients triggers clinical interviewing and report writing adult and juvenile psychosexual evaluations polygraph testing treatment of sexually aggressive youths defense behaviors group therapy and many more! Informative practical and user-fr | Sex-Offender Therapy A How-To Workbook for Therapists Treating Sexually Aggressive Adults Adolescents and Children

GBP 180.00
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Brickwork

Brickwork

Brickwork allows the reader to develop their understanding of key subjects by completing the numerous exercises and tests including multiple choice questions. In addition each topic begins with a summary of key facts and figures making this an ideal course text based round core information and assessments rather than reading an extended text. The coverage includes health and safety and basic calculations as well as the technical and practical aspects of brickwork. All students of bricklaying will find this a stimulating and useful revision aid.

GBP 180.00
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Creative Sequencing Techniques for Music Production A Practical Guide to Pro Tools Logic Digital Performer and Cubase

Creative Sequencing Techniques for Music Production A Practical Guide to Pro Tools Logic Digital Performer and Cubase

An inspirational guide for all levels of expertise Creative Sequencing Techniques for Music Production shows you how to get the most out of the four leading audio sequencers Logic Pro Tools Digital Performer and Cubase. Using real-life examples Andrea Pejrolo demonstrates a wide range of technical and creative techniques giving you tips and new ideas to help you take your work to the next level. If you are producing music and looking to build your skills in orchestration composition and mixing you will find all the techniques and practical advice you need in this book. Featuring essential tools that are now part of the everyday creative process in a digital production environment to give you the most recent and cutting edge techniques- including swipe-comping time-stretching pitch correction elastic-time advanced-freezing and new software synthesizers. The material on the website contains loops templates audio examples and end of chapter exercises to practice new skills this illustrated practical guide provides all the tools you will need to give your music the vital edge. Whether you are a student or amateur aspiring to more professional results or a professional wanting to master new skills this book will help you to improve and take the quality of your work to the next level. *Covers all key sequencing topics such as recording and editing techniques and automation groove quantization converters sounds layering tap tempo creative meter tempo changes and synchronization *Teaches mixing techniques that takes advantage of plug-in technology maximizing the use of effects such as reverb compressor limiter equalizer and much more *A website loaded with more than 90 examples of arrangements and techniques giving you advice on how to troubleshoot those common mistakes and perfect your music production. | Creative Sequencing Techniques for Music Production A Practical Guide to Pro Tools Logic Digital Performer and Cubase

GBP 180.00
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Principles of Horticulture: Level 2

Principles of Horticulture: Level 2

This colourful guide will introduce you to the fundamentals of horticulture whether you are taking a Level 2 RHS City and Guilds or BTEC course are a keen amateur or seasoned gardener. Written in a clear and accessible style this book covers the principles that underpin growing plants for the garden and on the allotment with reference to how these are tackled by professionals. With highlighted definitions key points and illustrated in full colour this book will be a useful companion as you progress in the study and practice of horticulture. Complete with a companion website which includes extended horticultural information questions and exercises to test your knowledge syllabus cross-referencing and downloadable tutor and student support materials. Available at www. routledge. com/cw/adams | Principles of Horticulture: Level 2

GBP 180.00
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MoCap for Artists Workflow and Techniques for Motion Capture

MoCap for Artists Workflow and Techniques for Motion Capture

Make motion capture part of your graphics and effects arsenal. This introduction to motion capture principles and techniques delivers a working understanding of today's state-of-the-art systems and workflows without the arcane pseudocodes and equations. Learn about the alternative systems how they have evolved and how they are typically used as well as tried-and-true workflows that you can put to work for optimal effect. Demo files and tutorials provided on the downloadable resources deliver first-hand experience with some of the core processes. | MoCap for Artists Workflow and Techniques for Motion Capture

GBP 180.00
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Scenic Art for the Theatre

Scenic Art for the Theatre

Now in its Third Edition Scenic Art for the Theatre: History Tools and Techniques continues to be the most trusted source for both student and professional scenic artists. With new information on scenic design using Photoshop Paint Shop Pro and other digital imaging softwares this test expands to offer the developing artist more step-by-step instuction and more practical techniques for work in the field. It goes beyond detailing job functions and discussing techniques to serve as a trouble-shooting guide for the scenic artist providing practical advice for everyday solutions.

GBP 180.00
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Handbook for History Teachers

Handbook for History Teachers

First published in 1972 Handbook for History Teachers is intended to be a general and comprehensive work of reference for teachers of history in primary and secondary schools of all kinds. The book covers all aspects of teaching history: among them are the use of sources world history art and history; principles of constructing a syllabus and the psychological aspects of history teaching. The bibliographical sections are arranged on three parts: school textbooks a section on audio-visual-aids and finally books for the teacher and possibly for the sixth form. It thoroughly investigates and critiques the various methods employed in teaching history within classrooms and suggests alternatives wherever applicable. Diligently curated by the Standing Sub-Committee in History University of London Institute of Education the book still holds immense value in the understanding of pedagogy.

GBP 230.00
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The Immersive Worlds Handbook Designing Theme Parks and Consumer Spaces

The Immersive Worlds Handbook Designing Theme Parks and Consumer Spaces

Scott Lukas famed industry expert on designing themed spaces brings you a book that focuses on the imaginative world of themed immersive and consumer spaces. Whether or not you are involved in designing a theme park cultural museum shop or other entertainment space you will benefit from the insider tips experiences and techniques highlighted in this practical guide. Make your themed spaces come to life and become true immersive worlds. The book features informative sidebars addressing possible design issues and current trends; case studies and interviews with real-world designers and further reading suggestions. The book also includes a companion website as well as exercises that accompany each chapter lavish photos illustrations and tables. | The Immersive Worlds Handbook Designing Theme Parks and Consumer Spaces

GBP 180.00
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Routledge Handbook for Creative Futures

Routledge Handbook for Creative Futures

As the uncertainty of global and local contexts continues to amplify the Routledge Handbook for Creative Futures responds to the increasing urgency for reimagining futures beyond dystopias and utopias. It features essays that explore the challenges of how to think about compelling futures what these better futures might be like and what personal and collective practices are emerging that support the creation of more desirable futures. The handbook aims to find a sweet spot somewhere between despair and naïve optimism neither shying away from the massive socio-environmental planetary challenges currently facing humanity nor offering simplistic feel-good solutions. Instead it offers ways forward—whether entirely new perspectives or Indigenous and Traditional Knowledge perspectives that have been marginalized within modernity—and shares potential transformative practices. The volume contains contributions from established and emerging scholars practitioners and scholar-practitioners with diverse backgrounds and experiences: a mix of Indigenous Black Asian and White/Caucasian contributors including women men and trans people from around the world in places such as Kenya India US Canada and Switzerland among many others. Chapters explore critical concepts alongside personal and collective practices for creating desirable futures at the individual community organizational and societal levels. This scholarly and accessible book will be a valuable resource for researchers and students of leadership studies social innovation community and organizational development policy studies futures studies cultural studies sociology and management studies. It will also appeal to educators practitioners professionals and policymakers oriented toward activating creative potential for life-affirming futures for all.

GBP 190.00
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The Routledge Companion to the Anthropology of Performance

The Routledge Companion to the Anthropology of Performance

The Routledge Companion to the Anthropology of Performance provides a cutting-edge comprehensive overview of the foundations epistemologies methodologies key topics and current debates and future directions in the field. It brings together work from the disciplines of anthropology and performance studies as well as adjacent fields. Across 31 chapters a diverse range of international scholars cover topics including: Ritual Theater Storytelling Music Dance Textiles Land Acknowledgments Indigenous Identity Visual Arts Embodiment Cognition Healing Festivals Politics Activism The Law Race and Ethnicity Gender and Sexuality Class Religion Spirituality and Faith Disability Leisure Gaming and Sport In addition the included Appendix offers tools exercises and activities designed by contributors as useful suggestions to readers both within and beyond academic contexts to take the insights of performance anthropology into their work. This is a valuable reference for scholars and upper-level students in anthropology performance studies and related disciplines including religious studies art philosophy history political science gender studies and education.

GBP 205.00
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Plumbing

Plumbing

Students setting out for a career in plumbing need a clear concise and comprehensive textbook to help them study for their Technical Certificate and Level 2 NVQ � and this book meets all those needs. Steve Muscroft expertly guides you through each of the key areas and processes in plumbing from the basics through cold and hot water systems to health and safety and best practice on site. The best way to learn something is to do it for yourself � so along with the theory this book is full of practical advice and guidance on how to get the job done. Every chapter is packed with colour photographs and diagrams to make learning easier. To help reinforce understanding each section features self-test exercises based on the standard City and Guilds assessment method. Steve Muscroft�s Plumbing isn�t just a guide to passing the exam � it goes into much more detail than other textbooks Extra material on key topics outside the core syllabus and references to additional resources and organisations make this book a handy companion as you begin your plumbing career. For the price of a spanner can you afford to be without it!

GBP 180.00
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Principles of Horticulture: Level 3

Principles of Horticulture: Level 3

This colourful guide will explain the fundamentals of growing plants whether you are taking a Level 3 RHS City and Guilds or Edexcel course are a grower or gardener in the industry or are just a keen amateur. Written in a clear and accessible style this book covers the principles that underpin plant production the use of growing media and crop protection but with reference also to the same practices in the garden or allotment. With highlighted definitions key points and illustrated in full colour this book will be a useful companion as you progress in the study and practice of horticulture. Complete with a companion website which includes extended horticultural information questions and exercises to test your knowledge syllabus cross-referencing and downloadable tutor and student support materials. Available at www. routledge. com/cw/adams | Principles of Horticulture: Level 3

GBP 180.00
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Phonics for Pupils with Special Educational Needs Set

Phonics for Pupils with Special Educational Needs Set

Phonics for Pupils with Special Educational Needs is a complete structured multisensory programme for teaching reading and spelling making it fun and accessible for all. This fantastic seven-part resource offers a refreshingly simple approach to the teaching of phonics alongside activities to develop auditory and visual perceptual skills. Specifically designed to meet the needs of pupils with special educational needs of any age the books break down phonics into manageable core elements and provide a huge wealth of resources to support teachers in teaching reading and spelling. Each book in the series gradually builds on children’s understanding of sounds and letters and provides scaffolded support for children to learn about every sound in the English language. Offering tried and tested material which can be photocopied for each of use this is an invaluable resource to simplify phonics teaching for teachers and teaching assistants and provide fun new ways of learning phonics for all children. This set is accompanied by a companion resource 'Phonics for Pupils with Complex SEND ' to be used alongside the Phonics for Pupils with Special Educational Needs programme. The activities from Books 1-6 of the programme are adapted to be accessible for non-verbal pupils including AAC users and those with physical disabilities. | Phonics for Pupils with Special Educational Needs Set

GBP 290.00
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PaintShop Pro X6 for Photographers

PaintShop Pro X6 for Photographers

Written for photographers of all levels PaintShop Pro X6 for Photographers is packed with inspirational full-color images and easy-to-follow step-by-step projects that will have you producing great images in PaintShop Pro in no time! Everything you need to enhance and improve your digital photography is right here in this Corel endorsed guide. In this new edition Ken McMahon looks at the pros and cons of the new faster 64-bit version of the software and covers new features including working with the Instant Effects palette using the Smart selection brush mapping photos automatically tagging people and uploading to Facebook Flickr and Google plus. Other program features‘selections masking layers adjustments and effects HDR and scripting are explained through practical examples that are just as relevant for older versions of the software. This book has everything a photographer needs to take their photos to the next level with PaintShop Pro. Learn from PaintShop Pro expert Ken McMahon with the most authoritative book on PaintShop Pro endorsed by Corel. Completely revised and updated with all of the new features in X6 get up to speed with 64-bit processing power new selection tools workspace enhancements and much more. A complete learning package with full-color screen shots and examples and step-by-step projects at the end of each chapter.

GBP 180.00
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Personal Security A Guide for International Travelers

Personal Security A Guide for International Travelers

Maintain peace of mind while you are working or living abroad—wherever and however you travel. As an international traveler you know there are risks. But are you doing everything you can to protect yourself and your belongings? Whether you are traveling for work or pleasure Personal Security: A Guide for International Travelers enables you to prevent security incidents and react in life-saving ways during a crisis. This comprehensive manual answers questions such as: Which criteria should you use for selecting the safest hotel or airline? How to deal with corrupt officials? What are special considerations for women families elderly or travelers with disabilities? What support can you expect from your organization and what are your responsibilities?Benefit from lessons learned from leading experts and seasoned travelersLearn how criminals select their targets and manipulate situations whether for street crime or serious attack such as kidnapping or terrorismSee yourself from the local perspectiveDeal with common travel inconveniences and stress factors proactivelyImprove your situational awarenessIncrease your effectiveness by realistically assessing threatsMake the most out of the opportunities that traveling bringsTanya Spencer has traveled extensively to high-risk destinations and has trained 1000s of people how to safely navigate the complexities of international travel. Emphasizing prevention the book covers medical cultural and political considerations so you understand exactly what you must do before and while you are abroad. It provides flexible frameworks models and tools that allow you to easily apply the wealth of tips and advice to any travel situation you might face. Before your next trip benefit from these time-tested strategies for proactively managing travel risks. | Personal Security A Guide for International Travelers

GBP 180.00
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Tradecraft Primer A Framework for Aspiring Interrogators

Tradecraft Primer A Framework for Aspiring Interrogators

Tradecraft Primer: A Framework for Aspiring Interrogators is a timely and relevant reference manual for a new generation of professionals as we enter a new era in our nation‘s interrogation programs. A must-read for anyone thinking of entering the interrogation profession whether in law enforcement the military or intelligence it provides fresh insights from the latest empirical-based studies that will enhance your results and contribute to best practices. It challenges past beliefs and legacy interrogation practices of previous generations by capturing novel approaches that no longer rely on physical and psychological coercion unethical or questionable ruses or abusive mistreatment. Importantly this primer also opens the door to valuable lessons from contemporary experts in human motivation and more effective social influence methodologies and tactics while you learn of the art and science behind rapport-building effective communication constructs and the influence of interpersonal and intrapersonal dynamics for use inside the interrogation room. In addition it captures the interrogation cycle as a handy reference graphic. By reading this primer you will learn how to reduce incidences of false confessions mitigate eyewitness misidentification and gain simple contemporary insights to outsmart liars and discern truth-tellers from deceivers. As an advocate for a sea change in the way our nation‘s interrogation programs are run and managed this primer encourages a team approach to interrogations and emphasizes active engagement and oversight by supervisors in efforts to corroborate interrogation outcomes. It also asserts the need for the adoption of a common code of ethics shared among all practitioners an ethical code created in deference to our nation‘s Constitution statutes international treaties and the policies of our nation‘s leaders. One that encompasses the pledge and built on two underlying principles: | Tradecraft Primer A Framework for Aspiring Interrogators

GBP 180.00
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