Peter Jones: 88 books
Substance Misuse
The Implications of Research, Policy and Practice
Language: English
Release Date: December 15, 2009
Substance misuse and its pervasive problems is a constant challenge for social work, health and related professionals today. With heightened political and policy emphasis on all aspects of substance misuse, it is paramount that professionals remain up-to-date on current issues and their responsibilities....
by Colin Jones, Peter Robson
Language: English
Release Date: July 12, 2017
Language: English
Release Date: July 12, 2017
This title was first published in 2001. Inspired by the thirtieth anniversary of Shelter Scotland, this volume provides an overview of Scottish housing policies and legislation, looks back at the changes to major tenures, eviction policies and homelessness over the past thirty years and explores the...
The Progressive Revolution in Politics and Political Science
Transforming the American Regime
Language: English
Release Date: June 30, 2005
We cannot understand our current political situation and the scholarship used to comprehend our politics without taking full account of the Progressive revolution of a century ago. This fundamental shift in studying the political world relegated the theory and practice of the Founders to an antiquated...
Achieving Education for All
Dilemmas in System-Wide Reforms and Learning Outcomes in Africa
Language: English
Release Date: June 16, 2016
Using the Education for All (EFA) global movement as the setting, this book surveys the complex labyrinths of international education policy making, the design and implementation of system-wide educational reform, and the assessment of learning outcomes in the African context. It addresses the following...
A Language of Freedom and Teacher’s Authority
Case Comparisons from Turkey and the United States
Language: English
Release Date: May 30, 2017
A Language of Freedom and Teacher’s Authority: Case Comparisons from Turkey and the United States explores dimensions of authority that are deeply embedded in the profession of teaching. It examines critical dimensions of the foundations of Turkish and U.S. public education, both of which are under...
Optimal Design of Experiments
A Case Study Approach
Language: English
Release Date: June 28, 2011
"This is an engaging and informative book on the modern practice of experimental design. The authors' writing style is entertaining, the consulting dialogs are extremely enjoyable, and the technical material is presented brilliantly but not overwhelmingly. The book is a joy to read. Everyone...
by Peter Giannoudis, Elena Jones, Xuebin Yang
Language: English
Release Date: February 20, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: February 20, 2013
This book covers our current understanding of the role of mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs) and other mesenchymal progenitors in skeletal regeneration, encompassing bone, cartilage and whole joint regeneration. The expansion reflects developments in the field to include data on the use of MSCs in drug...
Voluntary Environmental Programs
A Policy Perspective
Language: English
Release Date: December 3, 2009
Protecting the environment is often not the primary objective of businesses. As the world has become more environmentally aware, the necessity of environmental regulations becomes apparent. Voluntary Environmental Programs: A Policy Perspective examines different approaches to environmental protection...
by Peter D'A Jones
Language: English
Release Date: November 5, 2013
Language: English
Release Date: November 5, 2013
First Published in 2005. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Governing Marine Protected Areas
Resilience through Diversity
Language: English
Release Date: February 24, 2014
In this innovative volume, the author addresses some important challenges related to the effective and equitable governance of marine protected areas (MPAs). These challenges are explored through a study of 20 MPA case studies from around the world. A novel governance analysis framework is employed...
Daily Bread
July–September 2019
Language: English
Release Date: April 19, 2019
Daily Bread is the Bible reading guide that aims to help you hear from God as you read the Bible. If you've ever asked the question, 'What possible relevance can this verse have for me today?' or 'What difference does this passage make to my life?' then read on...
A Tokyo Anthology
Literature from Japan’s Modern Metropolis, 1850–1920
Language: English
Release Date: February 28, 2017
The city of Tokyo, renamed after the Meiji Restoration, developed an urban culture that was a dynamic integration of Edo’s highly developed traditions and Meiji renovations, some of which reflected the influence of Western culture. This wide-ranging anthology—including fictional and dramatic works,...
by Ivan Popelyshev, John McCutchan, Don Olmstead
Language: English
Release Date: April 19, 2014
Language: English
Release Date: April 19, 2014
HTML5 Game Development Insights is a from-the-trenches collection of tips, tricks, hacks, and advice straight from professional HTML5 game developers. The 24 chapters here include unique, cutting edge, and essential techniques for creating and optimizing modern HTML5 games. You will learn things such...
Personal Liberty and Community Safety
Pretrial Release in the Criminal Court
Language: English
Release Date: December 6, 2012
In this enlightening study, the authors implement a unique research approach to offer a greater understanding of policy reform of pretrial release and detention practices in the criminal courts in Boston, Miami, and Phoenix.