Introducing core ideas in Science and Technology. Simple presentations on a variety of topics, from the beginnings of science to the wild ideas (such as the Big Bang) of astronomy today. In this adventure we touch on the history of science and the heroes of science, the fantastic invention of the heat engine, how to tell which is the most efficient of mechanical devices, the recent creation of the theory of statistics and of games (so important in resolving conflicts), plus various other topics including Einstein and Carnot and that mysterious non-thing called entropy.
American Sign Language DemystifiedDecode ASL with guidance from a Gallaudet University professor and a helpful DVD. Great as a supplement to a high-school or college course or for self-study, American Sign Language Demystified walks you step-by-step through the fundamentals of this visual language. At your own pace, you will learn basic grammar structures, discover the nuances of body language in ASL, master how to convey time versus verb tense in other languages, and build a useful ASL vocabulary of signs and phrases.
Throughout the book you can monitor your progress through self-tests, and a comprehensive final exam at the end of the book gives instant feedback on new language skills.
English Courses (Vaughan Systems) – Study Packs 2011 (Beginner) - 8 MONTHS
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English courses (Vaughan Systems) – Study Packs 2011 (Beginer)-8 MONTHS
This is a study pack that focuses on the two most important aspects of language, oral and listening comprehension. The pack is formed with the idea that students work for 8 months with these materials for an hour a day, Monday through Friday.
Set in a small Portuguese village, Alentejo Blue is a story of displacement and modernization told through the lives of the locals and of people who are just passing through. The residents of Mamarrosa whose ancestors occupy the graveyards are restless and struggle to make a living. They watch as tourists and expats move in. Monica Ali's characters are profoundly sympathetic. Her understanding of their dreams, desires, and disappointments is rare and moving. Alentejo Blue is evidence that Monica Ali is one of the most gifted voices of her generation.
Doctors are likely to undergo several interviews of different types during their career, and this new title in the popular 'How to' series aims to guide the medical professional through the steps necessary to thoroughly prepare for this competitive process.