lap lambert academic publishing apr 2013 (587 resultados)

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Improving the quality of health care and services is a priority for the NHS, and for commissioners, managers, practitioners and service users. However, to improve we must first know what already exists. The primary way to do this is to measure what is being provided by evaluating current services. At its inception, the National Health Service (NHS) was originally designed to give priority to collective needs rather than individual wants. Patient choice was not on the policy agenda within the NHS until the market oriented reforms in the 1990s. Even then it was not vigorously pursued and was mostly concerned with decisions made by general practitioner fund holders contracting services from hospitals on behalf of patients (Le Grand et al, 1998). New Labour introduced the concept of the citizen as consumer occupying a central position in its approach to modernising the public sector (Blair, 2003). By allowing patients to choose, hospitals would compete openly triggering improvements in efficiency, quality, equity and responsiveness in the NHS (DH, 2003). This Service evaluation was undertaken to assess the use of the Choose & Book referral system in a single large borough. 76 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This small book takes a comprehensive look at the current participatory approaches across the world. There are certain grey areas in the prevalent models of people s participation which appear to have been purposely left untouched. The author suggests a more practical and realistic approach to participation which proposes the creation of a mosaic of roles instead of the confrontations and tussles between various role players. Challenging the prevalent concept of a Stakeholder, the role of the Government as a welfare actor has been emphasized. True participation means the utilization of the capacities and capabilities of the concerned people and agencies. It is with this spirit of respect and cooperation that a community has to be approached. This idea has been underlined in a separate chapter on Approaching the Community. The book will be of interest for general reading, but especially useful for natural resource managers, planners and social workers. Although there are many books on the subject of people s participation, no such title is currently available which analyses the prevalent approaches and provides an innovative food for thought. 68 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The United States Congress approved the defence spending bill for 2008, set at $459.6bn-an increase of nearly $40bn from previous year. As the defence Appropriations Bill does not include funding for the on-going conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq, nuclear weapons,and some specific programme funding,which are covered by 'Supplemental' reserves, that exceeded $650bn of total defence spending in 2008.In contrast,China has set a new record with military modernisation as the central plank of national policy, and demand for new arms is assured. China's official defence budget grew 18 per cent in 2008 to $45bn and 30 per cent in 2012 to $125bn. While the America defence budget has struck from $898bn to $698bn in 2012 as a result of 30 per cent cuts in military expenditure. This book shed light on the 'Great Game' of military armaments and intelligence estimates of the 21st century for policy makers,Defence analysts, Military Planners, Diplomats,IR Students and security experts.This book investigate the wider discussion whether we are living in a world in which there is a slow dissolution of the existing post-war order in defence policy;and we are returning to great power competition. 56 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book is dedicated to measuring and managing performance of one of the most promising sector of the economy - the telecommunications sector. Hyper competition, almost unlimited possibilities of development, rapid growth and permanent requirements for new investments, have made decision- making in telecommunications especially dependent on the quality financial information. From this starting point we have presented possibilities of the analytical tools used in the financial analysis for evaluation and performances' projecting that is of particular relevance to existing and potential investors. On this ground we have considered key determinates and presented a list of the relevant indicators that could be used as early warning signals for the risk assessment of short and long term financial risks. This book is dedicated primarily to the managers and investors. At the same time, it may be valuable for regulators in the telecommunications sector, as well as for the economic policy creators, especially in countries where the privatization process has not been completed jet. 72 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This guide provides a comprehensive insight into understanding, monitoring and managing the capacity of GSM/UMTS networks. It is different from most sources of information on GSM and UMTS, as it provides a practical approach to engineers trying to measure and enhance the capacity of real-world networks. All of the major elements and interfaces of the RAN network are analyzed and guidelines are given to manage the capacity of the network. A brief overview of each technology is provided before capacity is discussed, but it is assumed that users of this guide will have a basic understanding of the technology they are trying to monitor. Basics of UMTS are emphasized more as compared to GSM, as in general, GSM is considered to be easier to measure, as the air interface is less complicated. It should be noted here that although this manual strives for completeness there will always be elements and areas of capacity which will be specific to different manufacturers. In such cases the reader should refer to the OEM vendor specific documentation for clarity and use this as a guide on what to measure. 56 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -In a globalised society English has emerged as the international lingua franca. China is no exception, yet the place and usage of English in China is a unique case. In this book, the authors examine the reasons behind this: the influence of the Chinese language on English, resulting in Chinese English and Chinglish; the influence of Chinese culture; and the difficulties that often arise in communication, including mistakes, mistranslation, etc. Examples of common errors are provided along with a linguistic analysis of how they occur. The authors discuss the implications for English language teaching in China and arrive at the conclusion that such a hybrid variety of English is a cultural phenomenon which is unlikely to disappear. 64 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The increased use of wood chips at centralized power plants is an important initiative in the field of biomass in Denmark. In order to cope with the unbalanced supply and demand, the supplier of wood fuel stores 20% of its inventories for a period of time at the storage terminal. A variant of the production, inventory, distribution, routing problem (PIDRP) is developed in this book to describe the production and distribution of wood chips. The work is focused on reducing the high inventory and routing cost by optimizing the production planning in the forest which is divided into different districts and different stands within each district. A mix integer programming model is developed to make a yearly production plan with minimal inventories costs between districts. In addition, a 2-opt tabu search with best improvement solution method is used for intra-districts routing planning. Computational results show great inventory and routing costs saving opportunity for the supplier of wood chips. The book can be used as a mathematical programming and heuristic case study for master level students.The methods used provide insight to supply chain managers faced with related challenges. 76 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The housing crisis in the Kurdistan Region is said to be a chronic issue. It was mainly started in 2003, when the population noticeably increased and the region saw an economic boom. Ever since this time, housing has been considered as the most effective business indicator in the region. Similarly, in Dubai housing has represented the majority of business activities. Now, the Kurdistan Region is considered as the fastest growing region in the Middle East. 72 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book discusses traditional mediators (shmaglotz) of immigrants from Ethiopia in Israel who are included in the public service in Israel. The book examines the way in which they handle conflicts in the family and in the community of immigrants from Ethiopia using traditional and modern tools. It examines the extent to which they use intercultural mediation, which changes cultural norms among both the immigrants from Ethiopia and the State institutions. A discussion on the traditional mediators in the new cultural context makes a research contribution and has great practical importance. Such a discussion enables us to follow changes in the status and roles of a traditional leadership within a modern society. The book gives us an opportunity to observe not only the absorbed groups, but also the absorbing, and to examine whether a change takes place in their viewpoints and values as a result of their encounter with the immigrants, an issue that was not discussed sufficiently in the research literature. It further enables evaluation of the declared multicultural policy in absorbing immigrants, as it is implemented in Israel. 100 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Northern countries have promoted bio fuel production in the South apparently for reducing GHG emissions. Whether or not bio fuels can help reduce emissions sustainably is an issue with no end. Studies like the present can help produce sugar cane sustainably in a country (Peru) that may play a key role in the bio ethanol market. Introduction explains a North South perspective, and explores negative impacts and sustainability. Literature review checks different papers about bio fuel sustainability, social impacts, bio mass certification, and the Peruvian context. For potential social impacts; an assessment against the Better Sugar Cane Initiative (sustainable criteria focused on sugar cane production for bio ethanol) and data analysis were carried out. Potential negative impacts include issues about land, water and food security in Peruvian Northern valleys. Results present recommendations for sustainable production of sugar cane whilst overcoming identified impacts. Bio ethanol may be produced sustainably in Peru, but clear regulations should be proposed and law enforcement strong; it is also necessary to promote local poor ownership and participation during the whole value chain. 104 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The book is devoted to research of distribution of light in narrow beams of light (including laser beams). Such approach corresponds to approach of the great Italian physicist and mathematician and Jesuit F.M. Grimaldi. As early as 17th century he was engaged in researches of narrow beams of light for clarification of the nature of light and discovered the phenomenon of light diffraction. Our calculations are based on consideration of binomial distributions. The correlation of distribution of rays and the system of numbers placed in the three-dimensional table, the nonlinear arithmetic pyramid is shown. Two types of nonlinear arithmetic triangles are considered. Communication with binary notation is shown. Results of numerical calculations of binomial distribution of the second (nonlinear) type for big power of binomial are given. The ray analog of wave model of light and Huygens-Fresnel's elementary waves on the basis of consideration of geometrical model is offered. Examples of possible application of our geometrical model in various areas are given. The book is intended for all who interested in novelties in mathematics, optics and other areas where geometrical models are used. 88 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Many contemporary urban planners frequently use terms that imply limits to find an answer to the rapid changing of traditional boundaries and urban landmarks. From this point of view, undefined spaces at the junction between land and water can generate new urban concepts. We talk about those parts of the port-city that communicate physically, directly, with water, forming an interface between the local anthropic system (port-city) and the natural aquatic systems (river, lake, sea or ocean) in its immediate vicinity. Urban waterfronts have been subject of academic and professional discussion since the 1960s, and the early success of development projects has encouraged a high number of such initiatives worldwide, quickly associated with ways to regain the prestigious image of port-cities by attracting people to the water. As in the last decades the global debate about urban development had both waterfronts and modern port-cities as current topics, this paper summarizes the major issues about re-shaping urban waterfronts. 112 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Analogy is a basic concept for understanding nature, since it analyses and connects different phenomena linked by common properties or similar behavior. In particular, analogy can to some extent apply to specific quantum phenomena and their corresponding classical effects, although quantum physics differs from classical physics in both formalism and fundamental concepts. The main motivation on studying quantum optical analogies rely on the fact that analogies between different fields of physics have proven themselves extremely fruitful in understanding the basic physical concepts and the limits of applicability of different theories; in particular, the analogies between classical physical theories and quantum phenomena reveal the fact that similar mathematical formalisms apply to phenomena that cannot be related at first glance and are a priori conceptually different. The role of mathematics is crucial, because the essence of the analogy resides in the fact that completely different systems can be modeled by similar mathematical equations, unveiling a hidden unity in Nature, beyond its apparent diversity. 108 pp. Englisch.

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Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -V monografii otrazheny konceptual'nye osnowy formirowaniq social'nogo partnerstwa obrazowatel'nyh uchrezhdenij razlichnyh urownej s promyshlennymi predpriqtiqmi w uslowiqh razwitiq neprerywnogo setewogo profil'nogo obrucheniq.Takzhe rassmotren mehanizm wzaimodejstwiq uchrezhdenij obrazowaniq s rabotodatelqmi w uslowiqh malogo goroda. Rabota rekomendowana specialistam po organizacii proforientacionnoj raboty i swqz'ü s obschestwennost'ü. 68 pp. Russisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The Indian economy continues to grow as a global economic powerhouse.India s development is particularly impressive given the considerable obstacles in fostering economic growth.These obstacles are truly epic with widespread poverty, limited natural resources, and one of the largest populations.While this growth is impressive, India continues to have hundreds of millions in abject poverty and much of the economic prosperity has been fairly localized to specific regions and sectors. At the same time,it is important to note,that India s economic miracle is a recent phenomenon & that future prospects are far from certain. How well the Indian people & government will be able to channel current growth into long-term prosperity remains to be seen. Moreover, India is an incredibly diverse nation with widely varying cultural, economic, political, and religious norms.Thus, the implications for income equality are indeed significant in maintaining stability in such a large & diverse nation.By comparing India s economic growth and income equality, one can determine whether the recent economic prosperity has been realized by many or relatively few individuals. 56 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -India, a country with the potential of becoming a superpower in future has a unique traditional system of retail marketing, but there is a marked change in the recent past, and hence the book tries to study the concept of online retailing in India which is in it's nascent stage.It examines the reasons for the e-retailers rise in the country. The Kearney s Annual Global Retail Development Index® 2012 puts India as the 5th most developing Retail Country in the World attracting the world s largest and best retailers, but it s a pity that only 2% of that is contributed by the Online retail sector. On the other hand the RNCOS Industrial Research has predicted that the E-retailing market in India will grow at about 39% during 2013-14. The book in a simple, lucid and concise manner goes on to discuss the problems faced by new entrants in the Indian e-tailing market. The author suggests strategies and models for a successful venture into e-tailing in the country. The book also briefly compares the Indian scenario of e-tailing to the United States of America, while discussing the Governmental regulations in the country to e-retailing. 60 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -'They are between ten (10) and eighteen (18) years old. They wear army uniforms and carry war weapons. By whatever standard you use, they are all and are still children and for what it may seems, they are playing no war games'. One of the alarming trends still relating to children in Burma is the active involvement and participation of these children in the on-going armed conflicts in the country. The massive and intensive on-going recruitment of child soldiers comes as well the drive for these child soldiers to defect and ran away from the army due to their dismal condition in the military. The challenge posed by this situation is how to respond, accommodate and address the socio-psychological trauma and needs of these former child soldiers after their bleak moments as combatants. This is the challenge that is being posed to the current civilian government of Burma or internationally known as Myanmar given its well professed commitment towards democratic transition. 56 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The book in front of you is the result of a research for a master`s thesis and it is about strategic management of employees in multinational companies, exploring the Corporate University`s practice abroad and possibilities for its implementation also in the former Yugoslavian Republic and a member of European Union since 2004, Slovenia. The book is divided into four main chapters, going from the basic theory on knowledge management and Corporate Universities to analysis of current Slovenian educational system and finishing with, what is mostly important, analysis of possible application of proposed model in one of the Slovenian successful multinational corporations, manufacturer of home appliances, Gorenje Group. The author constructs a model for Corporate University in Slovenia, where this type of institution does not exist yet, what is more, many do not even know about its existence in the world. We spend half of our time at work and, especially in times of economic crisis, we need motivated and eager employees that could grow with an organization, therefore if you want to learn why corporate university is a way to go in your organization, this book is a great way to start. 80 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book critques FDI as an important aspect of international trade law and examines the rationale for it, the factors that attract it to a developing country, its merits and demerits and the factors that deter it from the developing countries of West Africa. The book groups these factors under two main headings. The legal factors, on the one hand, and the other factors such as political factors, geographic factors, administrative costs and socio-economic factors on the other hand. 60 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Attappady is one of the largest tribal settlements in the humid tropical climatic zone of Kerala, with 80 per cent forest cover. The tribal are traditionally engaged in agriculture, animal husbandry, and collection of forest produces for their livelihood. But, nowadays more and more tribal individuals are deserting their traditional livelihoods due to lower earnings, and opting to work as agricultural labourers. Animal husbandry is a secured source of livelihood for the tribal. But, the return is low due to lack of knowledge of modern animal husbandry practices, besides unawareness about marketing opportunities. This book presents the results of an intensive appraisal of the animal husbandry practices of tribesfolk of Attappady with special attention to breeding, feeding, housing and health care activities. It also proposes a set of recommendations for formulating future strategies to improve the livestock production in the area, thereby strengthening the livelihoods of poor tribes. 72 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -For tourism development to be sustainable, assuring stakeholders support is paramount importance. Of the key stakeholders support, the local community s support has the lion share to determine the success of tourism development. Hence, this book assesses factors determining local community s support for tourism development in Ethiopia taking the case from Semein Mountains National Park. Derived from research findings, it revealed that local community has an extended support for tourism development. It also illustrates that perception on tourism development plan and decision are the most determinant factors on community support for tourism development. Moreover, the book address perceived economic dependency, perceived negative impact, awareness, perceived positive socioeconomic impact and attitude towards environment as the next important determinants respectively. On the other hand, it enlightens that perceived host-guest interaction and perceived positive impact on environment has insignificant effect on local community s support for tourism development. Generally, the book addresses areas on tourism, environment and community development. 68 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Administrative laxity among employees is one of the main cause of low productivity in any organisation. This feature is more common among government organisations. Because of this reason, an empirical research of Administrative Laxity has been planned. This study is based on the employees attitude towards their work. A sample survey is conducted in Saudi Post - A Government Organisation, in order to assess the real picture of Administrative laxity. It has been recognized that the regional studies could provide a better idea on this issue. 60 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Traditionally female education has always been disfavored. But in contemporary society numerous social demands have arisen which directly or indirectly promote female education. 56 percent respondents want to continue their education despite of incababilities of their family. But on the other hand many of them depends on their parents desire for their further education. Present study shows that a bulk of respondent eager to join a job and continue it even in the situation of staying away from the family. They strongly feel that women should do a job and its nor against tradition neither create family maladjustment. 52 percent of the respondent thought that women felt exploited in each and every field. And about 40 percent of them experience exploitation of various type such as mental, economical and physical. Most of the respondents do not have any adjustment problem with their male colleagues. Study also reflects that settlement of marriage can t restrict them from continuing their jobs. Study also shows that there are restraints in opting higher education and career even then nowadays girls want to overcome to it and enjoy their legal rights fully. 76 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The comparative study of countryside cases is aimed at the identi cation and interpretation of speci c practice of 'collaborative models' observed within the rural contexts of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Republics. It employs an overview of the Resource Mobilization Theory by Bob Edwards (2007), as an approach for investigation of main differences and commonalities of mutual communal activities, aimed on acquisition of social changes and other rural benefits, analyzing experiences, interactions and practices of villagers within their own rural realities. Finally the study thinks over the retrieved collaborative phenomenon and calls attention to the researcher s attempt to propose scheming of the most functional and optimal aspects of the studied collaborative models. 72 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Maize is Kenya s main staple food crop and is of vital concern to agricultural policy decisions, food security and the overall development of both the agricultural sector and the economy. The general objective of this study was to investigate the socio economic constraints to smallholder maize production in Tobacco growing regions of South Nyanza. However, it was guided by the following specific objectives; to determine the effect of tobacco farming on maize production and to assess the impact of socio-economic factors on smallholder maize production. A survey research design was adopted in this study that was conducted in Migori County located in Nyanza Province of the republic of Kenya. The target population included smallholder maize farmers and other key informants.The study adopted both primary and secondary data that was parametrically analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Scientist (SPSS) and E-views respectively giving descriptive statistics and inferential statistics. A fitted Cobb-Douglas production model was adopted in this study and using the framework of error correction mechanism, it was found that the lagged capital input, fertilizers, labor,among others. 64 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -This book covers the basic stories on allowances for doubtful accounts, including the approximate approaches on several estimations. Based on an academic structure, and publicly-traded firms, this book expects to show the simple insights on framework along with financial evidence toward the level of effectiveness of doubtful accounts. With the presence of other more technical books, at least, it is expected that this book is able to provide another angle of simple perspective on allowances for doubtful accounts and approximate estimations. 68 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -The main goal of this project is to find out how to maintain positive economic growth in the light of increasing energy dependency in Lithuania. An empirical analysis has been performed whereby correlation analysis was used to establish the relationship between economic growth and energy dependency in the Eastern European country of Lithuania. We found that there is a net inverse relationship between energy dependency and economic growth. Lithuania has to rely much more on energy imports especially after the Ignalina Nuclear Power Plant's closure in 2010. In order to maintain positive economic growth, it is vital to look for viable ways to reduce energy dependency. One of the ways - by producing biofuels for the transport sector domestically and thereby reducing imports is a sizeable component of Lithuania's gross domestic product. Current domestic installed capacities for producing biofuels are not sufficient. A worsening energy situation in Lithuania require more efficient use of already installed capacities and investments in new ones. Renewable energy production can be one of the solutions contributing to energy security. 80 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Effective supervision can improve on the quality of teaching and in effect improve the educational standards of schools.With principals being recognized as supervisors,their role is crucial as good supervisory practices of teachers has a positive relationship on the academic performance of schools.This is because the teacher is the main implementer of the curriculum.In this book,the supervisory practices examined are motivation of teachers,communication,staffing and classroom evaluation in an effort to shed light on the extent to which supervision of teachers is being conducted in Kenya and what needs to be improved.This work should help school principals in public secondary schools and other professionals in the education sector improve on their supervisory skills and lay bare training gaps. 80 pp. Englisch.

Taschenbuch. Condición: Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Across the Western world, many democracies are facing the same problem as Canada - youth civic engagement, knowledge and attentiveness to the political realm are in sharp decline. This reality creates a difficult situation for policy makers and politicians alike, as disengagement to this degree has never been experienced before. In Canada, youth voter turnout is at all time lows, with no signs of rebounding. More and more, young people today lack both the skills they need to engage with the political system and the interest to do so. Furthermore, research has shown that youth civic disengagement is a very real problem across Canada and led to some experts calling today's youth political dropouts. Without action to bring more young people back from their apathetic stand, our democracy will face crucial challenges with regard to participation at the polls and maintaining an informed and active citizenry into the future. However, new approaches have been applied in other jurisdictions and have shown some success, offering frameworks for Canada to consider. 76 pp. Englisch.