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Beginning and Intermediate Algebra: The Language & Symbolism of Mathematics

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Intended for schools that want a single text covering the standard topics from Beginning and Intermediate Algebra. Topics are organized by using the principles of the AMATYC standards as a guide giving strong support to teachers using the text. The book's organization and pedagogy are designed to work for students with a variety of learning styles and for teachers with varied experiences and backgrounds. The inclusion of multiple perspectives -- verbal numerical algebraic and graphical -- has proven popular with a broad cross section of students. Use of a graphing calculator is assumed. BEGINNING AND INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA: THE LANGUAGE AND SYMBOLISM OF MATHEMATICS is a reform-oriented book.

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This exciting revision of Communication Systems a classic text in the communications field presents an introduction to electrical communication systems including analysis methods design principles and hardware considerations. The fifth edition has been updated to reflect current technology covering both analog and digital communication in this ever-evolving field. Conceptual/descriptive/thought questions have been added throughout the book as well as MATLAB questions and lecture Powerpoint files on the website. The text covers both analog and digital communications. It features worked examples and exercises for students to solve within chapters helping them to master new concepts as they are introduced.

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Three components contribute to a theme sustained throughout the Coburn Series: that of laying a firm foundation building a solid framework and providing strong connections. Not only does Coburn present a sound problem-solving process to teach students to recognize a problem organize a procedure and formulate a solution the text encourages students to see beyond procedures in an effort to gain a greater understanding of the big ideas behind mathematical concepts. Written in a readable yet mathematically mature manner appropriate for college algebra level students Coburns Precalculus uses narrative extensive examples and a range of exercises to connect seemingly disparate mathematical topics into a cohesive whole. Coburns hallmark applications are born out of the authors extensive experiences in and outside the classroom and appeal to the vast diversity of students and teaching methods in this course area. Benefiting from the feedback of hundreds of instructors and students across the country Precalculus second edition continues to emphasize connections in order to improve the level of student engagement in mathematics and increase their chances of success in college algebra.

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This accessible introduction to the history and civilization of Spain is an excellent vehicle for introducing intermediate or advanced students to Spanish civilization and culture. The sixth edition retains the solid cultural and historical coverage from previous editions while adding new information about contemporary Spain and new and revised writing and research topics.

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Debuts: An Introduction to French Student Edition

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Welcome to Debuts: a completely integrated film-based introductory course for learning French language and culture. The film narrative of Le Chemin du retour is what drives the scope and sequence of vocabulary and grammar the presentation of culture and the development of reading and writing. A two-hour feature-length film Le Chemin du retour is the story of a young television journalist Camille Leclair and her pursuit of the truth about her grandfathers mysterious past. Through Camilles quest students learn language and culture in the functional context provided by the story. The textbook/film package grew out of the authors conviction that language learning is more than just learning skills: it is also a process in which understanding of culture must surely occupy a central position. Therefore Debuts and Le Chemin du retour emphasize the importance of cultural awareness and understanding not only of French and Francophone culture but also of the students own culture. In addition the Debuts program contains both literary and cultural readings as well as a playlist of Francophone songs to provide even more authentic input to students on current or provocative topics allowing for more student interaction in class.There is also CourseSmart eTextbook version of this title available. Students can save up to 50% off the cost of a print book reduce their impact on the environment and access powerful web tools for learning. Faculty can also review and compare the full text online without having to wait for a print desk copy. For maxiumum portability e Textbooks can be viewed on an iPhone or iPod Touch and they can be printed.

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Introduction to Logic Design by Alan Marcovitz is intended for the first course in logic design taken by computer science computer engineering and electrical engineering students. As with the previous editions this edition has a clear presentation of fundamentals and an exceptional collection of examples solved problems and exercises.The text integrates laboratory experiences both hardware and computer simulation while not making them mandatory for following the main flow of the chapters. Design is emphasized throughout and switching algebra is developed as a tool for analyzing and implementing digital systems. The presentation includes excellent coverage of minimization of combinational circuits including multiple output ones using the Karnaugh map and iterated consensus. There are a number of examples of the design of larger systems both combinational and sequential using medium scale integrated circuits and programmable logic devices. The third edition features two chapters on sequential systems. The first chapter covers analysis of sequential systems and the second covers design. Complete coverage of the analysis and design of synchronous sequential systems adds to the comprehensive nature of the text. The derivation of state tables from word problems further emphasizes the practical implementation of the material being presented.

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After the Fact: The Art of Historical Detection, Volume II

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For more than twenty-five years After the Fact has guided students through American history and the methods used to study it. In dramatic episodes that move chronologically through American history this best-selling book examines a broad variety of topics including oral evidence photographs ecological data films and television programs church and town records census data and novels. Whether for an introductory survey or for a historical methods course After the Fact is the ideal text to introduce readers step by step to the detective work and analytical approaches historians use when they are actually doing history.

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After the Fact: The Art of Historical Detection, Volume I

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For more than twenty-five years After the Fact has guided students through American history and the methods used to study it. In dramatic episodes that move chronologically through American history this best-selling book examines a broad variety of topics including oral evidence photographs ecological data films and television programs church and town records census data and novels. Whether for an introductory survey or for a historical methods course After the Fact is the ideal text to introduce readers step by step to the detective work and analytical approaches historians use when they are actually doing history.

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After the Fact: The Art of Historical Detection

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For more than twenty-five years After the Fact has guided students through American history and the methods used to study it. In dramatic episodes that move chronologically through American history this best-selling book examines a broad variety of topics including oral evidence photographs ecological data films and television programs church and town records census data and novels. Whether for an introductory survey or for a historical methods course After the Fact is the ideal text to introduce readers step by step to the detective work and analytical approaches historians use when they are actually doing history.

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The Gregg Reference Manual: A Manual of Style, Grammar, Usage, and Formatting Tribute Edition

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Gregg College Keyboarding & Document Processing (GDP); Lessons 1-60 text

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Gregg College Keyboarding and Document Processing (GDP) 11e by Ober Johnson and Zimmerly: Your complete learning/teaching system. Your guide to success. GDP/11 is an integrated keyboarding system designed to process and score documents created in Microsoft Word. Together the book and software systematically lead students through each lesson to provide an easy path to success. As a solid product for over 50 years this version of the GDP software has grown into an online functionality. The same program is now web-based with seamless updates to provide greater accessibility for use at home in class and in labs - perfect for distance learning! Strong enhancements to the book while maintaining key elements including integrated language arts (starting at lesson 21) support the cohesive program's strong content. Skillbuilding is reinforced with MAP+ (Misstroke Analysis and Prescription). MAP+ is an individualized diagnostic tool that is built into the software to help identify student's strengths and weaknesses while providing prescriptive drills to help them practice where they need it most. Also MAP+ now has new unlimited drill lines that begin at Lesson 1. Additionally GDP/11 automatically scores for keyboarding errors and now formatting errors too! As a result instructors will appreciate the customization of course management tools in GDP/11 including the new GPS (Grade Posting System) which allows complete flexibility in setting up grades. GDP/11 your complete learning/teaching system. Your guide to success.

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This classic text explores the lives and ideas of the social thinkers who have shaped and continue to forge traditions in sociology. Focusing on the great names in the field it weaves biographical and conceptual details into a tapestry of the history of social thought of the 19th and 20th centuries. Written in a narrative style that is accessible and exciting this text serves as an excellent supplement for courses in social and sociological theory the history of social thought the history of sociology and introduction to sociology.Instructors and students can now access their course content through the Connect digital learning platform by purchasing either standalone Connect access or a bundle of print and Connect access. McGraw-Hill Connect is a subscription-based learning service accessible online through your personal computer or tablet. Choose this option if your instructor will require Connect to be used in the course. Your subscription to Connect includes the following: SmartBook - an adaptive digital version of the course textbook that personalizes your reading experience based on how well you are learning the content. Access to your instructors homework assignments quizzes syllabus notes reminders and other important files for the course. Progress dashboards that quickly show how you are performing on your assignments and tips for improvement. The option to purchase (for a small fee) a print version of the book. This binder-ready loose-leaf version includes free shipping.Complete system requirements to use Connect can be found here: http://www.mheducation.com/highered/platforms/connect/training-support-students.html

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Clifford J.; Fiori, Christine; Mayo, Knutson, Kraig; Schexnayder, Richard

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This text extensively class-tested over a decade at UC Berkeley and UC San Diego explains the fundamentals of algorithms in a story line that makes the material enjoyable and easy to digest. Emphasis is placed on understanding the crisp mathematical idea behind each algorithm in a manner that is intuitive and rigorous without being unduly formal.Features include:The use of boxes to strengthen the narrative: pieces that provide historical context descriptions of how the algorithms are used in practice and excursions for the mathematically sophisticated.Carefully chosen advanced topics that can be skipped in a standard one-semester course but can be covered in an advanced algorithms course or in a more leisurely two-semester sequence.An accessible treatment of linear programming introduces students to one of the greatest achievements in algorithms. An optional chapter on the quantum algorithm for factoring provides a unique peephole into this exciting topic. In addition to the text DasGupta also offers a Solutions Manual which is available on the Online Learning Center."Algorithms is an outstanding undergraduate text equally informed by the historical roots and contemporary applications of its subject. Like a captivating novel it is a joy to read." Tim Roughgarden Stanford University

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Dos mundos a best-selling program for Introductory Spanish known for its exceptional progressive activities made its name as an innovative pioneer in Beginning Spanish. Today it has maintained the spirit of innovation through many successful editions and continues to be implemented in numerous beginning Spanish language classes across the nation with outstanding results. Based on the communicative approach Dos mundos stresses the use of engaging activities in a natural and spontaneous classroom atmosphere. The Actividades de comunicacion play a primary role in Dos mundos since the core of the program is communication. These activities include fresh practical ideas from the field of second-language teaching. In this research-based approach to learning language the development of communicative language skills is the central goal with formal grammar presentation and practice at the service of communication. To this end the grammar explanations and exercises on the blue pages at the end of each chapter are designed for quick reference and ease of study. Additionally cultural content is integrated throughout each chapter. The new Conozca section on each chapter opener gives an introduction of the country or region of focus including information about holidays foods famous people and important cities. Ventanas culturales readings focus on community customs and daily life while Ventanas al pasado readings focus on aspects of the social cultural or political history of the Spanish-speaking world The Enlace readings explore literature music and cinema and the Lecturas present topics such as sports and leisure activities. Dos mundos is available with CENTRO a portal learning management system through which various digital components including QuiaTM Workbooks and Laboratory Manuals and interactive e-books can be purchased. This McGraw-Hill exclusive system offers a single log-in authentication for students and a single gradebook for instructors.

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Studying Religion: An Introduction Through Cases

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Through the use of thought-provoking case studies summaries and review questions this introductory level text shows students how to engage in the academic objective study of religion and helps instructors address some of the typical problems they encounter when introducing students to the study of religion. Kessler guides students through an unbiased and varied study of religious beliefs and practices such as sacred power myths and rituals religious art the problem of evil and the relationship between religion and morality. The text also addresses issues of gender and religious institutionalization.

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The Old Testament: An Introduction to the Hebrew Bible

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Complex Variables and Applications 9e will serve just as the earlier editions did as a textbook for an introductory course in the theory and application of functions of a complex variable. This new edition preserves the basic content and style of the earlier editions. The text is designed to develop the theory that is prominent in applications of the subject. You will find a special emphasis given to the application of residues and conformal mappings. To accommodate the different calculus backgrounds of students footnotes are given with references to other texts that contain proofs and discussions of the more delicate results in advanced calculus. Improvements in the text include extended explanations of theorems greater detail in arguments and the separation of topics into their own sections.