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Inspired by the acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series, this series helps readers gain an awareness of current issues and develop critical thinking skills by presenting a wealth of information on contemporary issues in a colorful, easy-to-read format.; Gang activity continues to make headlines on both the local and the international levels. This new title explores why people join gangs, what factors contribute to the emergence of gangs, what causes gang violence, and what strategies are most effective a; In addition to pro/con articles, each Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints volume includes appealing features designed to help students understand the complexities of current issues: Full-color photographs, charts, graphs, and cartoons supplement t
Editor Lauri S. Friedman has compiled fascinating essays that discuss social networking. Recognizing the intimate relationship between subject and reader, this book weaves together different points of view to make complex issues less intimidating and more accessible. Readers will learn about social networking's effect on young people, safety issues, cyberterrorism, and the future of online social networking.
Explores the danger of being in a gang.
Viewpoint selections examine some of the complex controversies surrounding animal cloning and the prospect of human cloning, in addition to offering tips on the art of essay writing.
School's in session! When it comes to surviving school, Percy's at the head of the class. If you can follow his ten simple rules, making the grade will be a piece of cake (and school will be a lot of fun). But there's more to school than showing up on time and staying awake in class. If you have any doubts, Percy also shows exactly what not to do. No spitballs! No running in the halls! No bouncing off the ceiling! No crazy scheming! See what other trouble—and tips—Percy has in mind!
Young Percy Isaac Gifford provides a list of ten rules for getting the most out of Thanksgiving Day, especially how best to enjoy the buffet.
This publication, the fifth in the IOC Ocean Forum series, discusses the complexities of the many processes involved in climate change and the difficulties in making realistic climate predictions, using a style accessible to the non-specialist reader. The authors examine the Kyoto protocol from a number of different viewpoints, highlighting the challenges involved in the development of effective climate prediction models and policy options to address the problems caused by global warming.
Discusses the issue of gun control in the United States, covering whether it reduces violence, the right to bear arms as stated in the Consitution, and the basis for the bans on particular types of guns.
Uses different foods to make a means of transportation.
Social network analysis (SNA) is a technique that is used to determine knowledge flows and gaps in mapping social networks for various knowledge types. Social Networking: The Essence of Innovation discusses how social networking and SNA can influence innovation in an organization through the presentation of a broad range of concepts, examples, and case studies. The book's initial chapters deal with developing personal knowledge networks, linking social networking to innovation and strategic intelligence, and exploring synergies among knowledge management, business intelligence, and competitive intelligence. The introduction, an overview of social network analysis, is followed by case studies and an exploration of applications, including knowledge mapping and the analysis of organizations. Software systems devoted to these areas are described, citing results achieved, and a final chapter takes a look at future prospects, making this an essential tool for managers, executives, business analysts, educators, and strategic planners.