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Handbook of Competence and Motivation Theory and Application

Handbook of Competence and Motivation Theory and Application

Now completely revised (over 90% new) this handbook established the concept of competence as an organizing framework for the field of achievement motivation. With an increased focus on connecting theory to application the second edition incorporates diverse perspectives on why and how individuals are motivated to work toward competence in school work sports and other settings. Leading authorities present cutting-edge findings on the psychological sociocultural and biological processes that shape competence motivation across development analyzing the role of intelligence self-regulated learning emotions creativity gender and racial stereotypes self-perceptions achievement values parenting practices teacher behaviors workplace environments and many other factors. As a special bonus purchasers of the second edition can download a supplemental e-book featuring several notable highly cited chapters from the first edition. New to This Edition *Most chapters are new reflecting over a decade of theoretical and methodological developments. *Each chapter now has an applied as well as conceptual focus showcasing advances in intervention research. *Additional topics: self-regulation in early childhood self-determination theory challenge and threat appraisals performance incentives achievement emotions job burnout gene-environment interactions class-based models of competence and the impact of social group membership. *Supplemental e-book featuring selected chapters from the prior edition. | Handbook of Competence and Motivation Theory and Application

GBP 54.99
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A Neuropsychologist’s Guide to Training Psychometrists Promoting Competence in Psychological Testing

A Neuropsychologist’s Guide to Training Psychometrists Promoting Competence in Psychological Testing

A Neuropsychologist's Guide to Training Psychometrists: Promoting Competence in Psychological Testing provides a framework for busy neuropsychologists faced with training their newly-hired psychometrist. It supplies concrete guidelines and provides a roadmap for training that can be customized to any practice department or clinic setting. In this essential resource Dr. Christine S. Ghilain discusses the role of the psychometrist in various neuropsychological practice settings and provides suggested minimum standards of competence across training domains. She dives deeply into the core components of assessment—from optimizing testing conditions to standardized test administration to keen observations of behavior—and includes coverage of topics such as testing with unique populations behavioral management strategies for challenging situations as well as promoting ongoing competence over time. A compilation of several sources of data the book includes excerpts from Dr. Ghilain’s practice-specific psychometry training manual along with advice and illustrative examples from many neuropsychologists and psychometrists who shared their experiences. This book is an indispensable guide for neuropsychologists looking to instill high standards of competence in their hired professionals and for those involved in training graduate students who are just learning to administer cognitive tests. It is also of interest to other assessment-focused professionals looking to enhance their skills and refine their psychological testing knowledge. | A Neuropsychologist’s Guide to Training Psychometrists Promoting Competence in Psychological Testing

GBP 48.99
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The Ethics of Cultural Competence in Higher Education

The Ethics of Cultural Competence in Higher Education

This new book presents both research (qualitative quantitative and mixed-design) and conceptual chapters about the ethical factors to be considered in teaching administration and professional practice in higher education settings. The book includes recent research-based ideas in the field of higher education. Topics include cultural competencies for higher education faculty professionals and administrators such as use of language in communicating concepts to students for whom English is not a first language avoiding imposition of bias encouraging exposition of perspective and ethical practices for professionals working with the diverse environments and populations in higher education settings. This work is particularly important since becoming informed on the latest approaches and ideologies is an essential component of both professional preparation and continuing professional development of faculty professionals and administrators in higher education. Currently education practitioners struggle with finding time for professional development and ways to inform themselves of the latest research. This volume will help education practitioners keep abreast of the most important recent research. As college student populations and environments continually change so must the practices of the professionals who work with them. This volume highlights some of the most recent practices and perspectives in ethics and cultural competence for all college and university personnel. This volume is unique and valuable because other books have addressed culturally competent ethical practices for discrete professions within higher education no single work has a collection of writings about ethical and culturally competent practices for a variety of the professions in higher education. | The Ethics of Cultural Competence in Higher Education

GBP 82.99
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Service Leadership Leading with Competence Character and Care in the Service Economy

Service Leadership Leading with Competence Character and Care in the Service Economy

Service Leadership offers students researchers and leaders a leadership model originating in the service economy – but which is gaining ground in all sectors and industries – explained by experts that were key actors in that origination at DHL International. Designed for undergraduates and graduates but also useful for professionals in leadership positions Hoshmand and Chung structure the book around the 3Cs of leadership in the service economy: Competence Character and Care. It shows how the integration of the 3Cs when applied in combination with each other creates an environment of trust within and outside the organization. Most importantly it allows the reader to understand how a move from the manufacturing mindset (hierarchical decision making) to a service mindset (collective qualitative culturally sensitive) creates an ethical habitat and ecosystem that contributes to a firm’s competitiveness and adds value to its brand image. Incorporating elements of leadership literature philosophy psychology sociology economics and political science including cases and supported by a teaching manual and a full set of slides this book is ideal core reading for students of service leadership and leadership in the service economy and valuable to those learning about leadership more broadly. | Service Leadership Leading with Competence Character and Care in the Service Economy

GBP 52.99
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The History of Japanese Economic Development Origins of Private Dynamism and Policy Competence

The History of Japanese Economic Development Origins of Private Dynamism and Policy Competence

This is an easy-to-read book that explains how and why Japan industrialized rapidly. It traces historical development from the feudal Edo period to high income and technology in the current period. Catch-up industrialization is analyzed from a broad perspective including social economic and political aspects. Historical data research and contesting arguments are amply supplied. Japan’s unique experience is contrasted with the practices of today’s developing countries. Negative aspects such as social ills policy failures military movements and war years are also covered. Nineteenth-century Japan already had a happy combination of strong entrepreneurship and relatively wise government which was the result of Japan’s long evolutionary history. Measured contacts with high civilizations of China India and the West allowed cumulative growth without being destroyed by them. Imported ideas and technology were absorbed with adjustments to fit the local context. The book grew out of a graduate course for government officials from developing countries. It offers a comprehensive look and new insights at Japan’s industrial path that are often missing in standard historical chronicles. Written in an accessible and lively form the book engages scholars as well as novices with no prior knowledge of Japan. | The History of Japanese Economic Development Origins of Private Dynamism and Policy Competence

GBP 52.99
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Durable Magnetic Corner Profile C35

Durable Magnetic Corner Profile C35

Strong, flexible, and secure corner protection profiles. Made of impact-resistant PU foam, they clearly mark danger spots, protect surfaces, walls, and mitigate impact injuries. Fire-tested, temperature-resistant, and built to provide maximum protection over the long term. Ideal for manufacturing, shipping, warehousing, stairwells, and perfect for confined areas such as basements and garages with low passageways, etc. Specifications: Length: 1 metre (profiles can be shortened as required with a sharp knife) Dimensions: 1000 x 45 x 35 mm (L x W x H) Material thickness: 10 mm Colour shades: ASR A1.3 (alternative to RAL 1003/9004 signal yellow/signal black) Fire test: DIN EN 13501-1 class E Temperature resistant: -30C to +70C Recommended for indoor use only Designed in Germany and built to last.

GBP 52.99
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The Handbook of Communication Training A Best Practices Framework for Assessing and Developing Competence

The Handbook of Communication Training A Best Practices Framework for Assessing and Developing Competence

Communication remains a significant topic for job acquisition development and advancement. As such there are no shortage of classes seminars and books written on the subject. However there are few designed for the corporate consultant that are not aligned with some proprietary system traditional academic classrooms or author’s speculation. These tend to be either inaccessible questionable in their content or specifically aligned with the producers’ interests. So where can the Communication trainers and consultants go to focus on fundamental touchstone research and practices? The Handbook of Communication Training is a powerful template and first of its kind for communication practitioners and academicians who wish to strengthen their professional capabilities. It also acts as a guide and standard for consumers and clients of these services. The chapters within are an outgrowth of the National Communication Association’s Training & Development Division’s desire to provide guidance structure and support for members and non-members alike. It is specifically targeted at those pursuing best practices regarding communication consulting coaching teaching and training. The 7 Best Practices presented in this book represent capabilities that are foundational to the effective transfer of communication promotion and skill enhancement. As such these practices and supporting chapters should appeal to novice and experts alike. | The Handbook of Communication Training A Best Practices Framework for Assessing and Developing Competence

GBP 51.99
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Competence Conduct and Billion Dollar Consequences How Regulatory Strategy and Relationships Can Improve Organisational Outcomes

Competence Conduct and Billion Dollar Consequences How Regulatory Strategy and Relationships Can Improve Organisational Outcomes

This practical guide to understanding how regulators build insight and form judgements will help organisations to develop their strategy and approach to engagement and to improve their regulatory outcomes. From robot-assisted surgery and advances in stem cell technology the explosion in use of social media and advances in computing power to the development of autonomous vehicles and digital environments such as the metaverse these exciting developments present questions invite debate and have implications. These rapid new developments also join a world described as being increasingly VUCA (volatile uncertain complex and ambiguous) making industry-regulator relationships more important than ever to prevent consumer harm and to configure business success. This book is written for those who wish to build positive and progressive relationships with their regulators in these exciting times of rapid advancement. From developing their strategy through to the practicalities of how to prepare and engage with regulators readers are navigated through an ecosystem of insight to help build an understanding of what informs their regulator’s opinion and judgements. Underpinned with real-world experiences and examples this book shows that through clearer strategic focus and more effective relationships organisations can refine their approach and build their relationships to drive mutually beneficial regulatory relationships that avoid negative consequences and unnecessary costs. Board members executives senior leaders risk compliance legal professionals regulators and students of business finance and law will refer to this book again and again to guide holistic thinking about regulatory relationships and use the insights these can provide to help them calibrate their actions activities and progress. | Competence Conduct and Billion Dollar Consequences How Regulatory Strategy and Relationships Can Improve Organisational Outcomes

GBP 44.99
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