A Guide to Finding Business Information at the Library of Congress
Title | A Guide to Finding Business Information at the Library of Congress PDF eBook |
Author | Library of Congress. Humanities and Social Sciences Division |
Publisher | Library of Congress |
Pages | 80 |
Release | 1995 |
Genre | Business & Economics |
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Guide to Reference in Business and Economics
Title | Guide to Reference in Business and Economics PDF eBook |
Author | Steven W. Sowards |
Publisher | American Library Association |
Pages | 492 |
Release | 2014-07-22 |
Genre | Business & Economics |
ISBN | 0838912346 |
Focusing on print and electronic sources that are key to business and economics reference, this work is a must-have for every reference desk. Readers will find sources of information on such topics asBusiness lawE-commerceInternational businessManagement of information systemsOccupations and careersMarket researchGuide to Reference is used internationally as the “source of first resort” for identifying information and training reference professionals, and this book will help connect librarians and researchers to the most relevant sources of information on business and economics.
The Music Division
Title | The Music Division PDF eBook |
Author | Library of Congress |
Publisher | |
Pages | 32 |
Release | 1972 |
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The Geography and Map Division
Title | The Geography and Map Division PDF eBook |
Author | Library of Congress. Geography and Map Division |
Publisher | |
Pages | 56 |
Release | 1975 |
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Teaching About Evolution and the Nature of Science
Title | Teaching About Evolution and the Nature of Science PDF eBook |
Author | National Academy of Sciences |
Publisher | National Academies Press |
Pages | 150 |
Release | 1998-05-06 |
Genre | Education |
ISBN | 0309063647 |
Today many school students are shielded from one of the most important concepts in modern science: evolution. In engaging and conversational style, Teaching About Evolution and the Nature of Science provides a well-structured framework for understanding and teaching evolution. Written for teachers, parents, and community officials as well as scientists and educators, this book describes how evolution reveals both the great diversity and similarity among the Earth's organisms; it explores how scientists approach the question of evolution; and it illustrates the nature of science as a way of knowing about the natural world. In addition, the book provides answers to frequently asked questions to help readers understand many of the issues and misconceptions about evolution. The book includes sample activities for teaching about evolution and the nature of science. For example, the book includes activities that investigate fossil footprints and population growth that teachers of science can use to introduce principles of evolution. Background information, materials, and step-by-step presentations are provided for each activity. In addition, this volume: Presents the evidence for evolution, including how evolution can be observed today. Explains the nature of science through a variety of examples. Describes how science differs from other human endeavors and why evolution is one of the best avenues for helping students understand this distinction. Answers frequently asked questions about evolution. Teaching About Evolution and the Nature of Science builds on the 1996 National Science Education Standards released by the National Research Councilâ€"and offers detailed guidance on how to evaluate and choose instructional materials that support the standards. Comprehensive and practical, this book brings one of today's educational challenges into focus in a balanced and reasoned discussion. It will be of special interest to teachers of science, school administrators, and interested members of the community.
Westerwald to America
Title | Westerwald to America PDF eBook |
Author | Annette K. Burgert |
Publisher | |
Pages | 302 |
Release | 1989 |
Genre | German Americans |
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284pp. 9 pages of reproductions of original immigration lists; place index and Every Name index. 2000 (1989) This book by two of the best-known German migration researchers documents the German origins, in the Westerwald Region of southern Germany, of more than 265 individuals and/or families which emigrated to America in the mid-18th century. Their German ancestry is included and, in many cases, exactly where they settled in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, and the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia.
Full Circle
Title | Full Circle PDF eBook |
Author | Josephus Nelson |
Publisher | Washington : Library of Congress |
Pages | 68 |
Release | 1991 |
Genre | Language Arts & Disciplines |
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