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Globalization and Cultural Self-Awareness
This volume comprises some twenty articles, speeches and conversations of Fei Xiaotong from the late 1980s to the early 2000s. Their central connecting theme is how civilizations could co-exist against a backdrop of rapid globalization. Fei proposes his concept of “cultural self-awareness,” summarized in the axiom “each appreciates his own best, appreciates the best of others, all appreci…
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- 978-3-662-46647-6
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- XV, 268
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- 371 FEI g
A Guide to the Extrapyramidal Side Effects of Antipsychotic Drugs
Antipsychotic drugs have revolutionised the management of major psychiatric disorders and the outcomes of those who suffer from them. They are, however, possessed of a range of adverse effects, amongst the most frequent and distressing of which are those resulting in disturbance of voluntary motor function. Extrapyramidal side effects - or E.P.S. - are still poorly recognised and not infrequent…
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- 9780511544163
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Open Education : International Perspectives in Higher Education
"This insightful collection of essays explores the ways in which open education can democratise access to education for all. It is a rich resource that offers both research and case studies to relate the application of open technologies and approaches in education settings around the world. Global in perspective, this book argues strongly for the value of open education in both the developed an…
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- 9781783742806
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- 378 halaman
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- 370 BLE o
Open : The Philosophy and Practices that are Revolutionizing Education and Sc…
Affordable education. Transparent science. Accessible scholarship. These ideals are slowly becoming a reality thanks to the open education, open science, and open access movements. Running separate—if parallel—courses, they all share a philosophy of equity, progress, and justice. This book shares the stories, motives, insights, and practical tips from global leaders in the open movement.
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- 9781911529019
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- 304 halaman
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- 370 JHA o
One world, many knowledges : Regional experiences and cross-regional links in…
Various forms of academic co-operation criss-cross the modern university system in a bewildering number of ways, from the open exchange of ideas and knowledge, to the sharing of research results, and frank discussions about research challenges. Embedded in these scholarly networks is the question of whether a ‘global template’ for the management of both higher education and national researc…
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- 9780620557887
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- 312 halaman
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- 370 ONE
Green Development in China Models and Discussions
This book focuses on the key determinants of China’s sustainable development in the general context of globalization from an environmental perspective. The author presents expert analysis on China’s role in the world economy, trade openness, cross-border investments and sustainable development in China. Readers will gain an in-depth understanding of various important issues concerning China…
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- 978-981-10-0692-0
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- VIII, 68
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- 330 JIA g
Dionysos in Classical Athens : An Understanding through Images
"Dionysos, with his following of satyrs and women, was a major theme in a big part of the figure painted pottery in 500-300 B.C. Athens. As an original testimonial of their time, the imagery on these vases convey what this god meant to his worshippers. It becomes clear that he was not only appropriate for wine, wine indulgence, ecstasy and theatre. Rather, he was present on many, both happy and…
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- 9789004270121
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- xx, 290 halaman
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- Religions in the Graeco-Roman World, Volume: 181
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- 900 ISL d
Green Chemistry and Sustainability in Pulp and Paper Industry
This book features in-depth and thorough coverage of Minimum Impact Mill Technologies which can meet the environmental challenges of the pulp and paper industry and also discusses Mills and Fiberlines that encompass “State-of-the-Art” technology and management practices. The minimum impact mill does not mean "zero effluent", nor is it exclusive to one bleaching concept. It is a much bigg…
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- 978-3-319-18743-3
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- XVI, 258
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- 574 BAJ g
Rainwater Tank Systems for Urban Water Supply Design, Yield, Energy, Health …
Rainwater tank systems have been widely adopted across the world to provide a safe local source of water in underdeveloped rural areas, and as a substitution for mains water for non potable end uses in water stressed urban areas. They also provide flood control in monsoonal climates like Korea or in combined sewer systems like in Germany. The importance of these systems in cities has grown, as …
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- 9781780405360
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On the Politics of Educational Theory : Rhetoric, theoretical ambiguity, and …
On the Politics of Educational Theory considers the political significance of educational theory as a specific genre of public discourse. Rather than understanding educational theories solely as addressing issues of childrearing and instruction, this book aims to view educational theories in a broader socio-political context. It explores the role of educational theories in the construction of c…
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- 9781317495147
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- 152 halaman
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- 370 SZK p
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