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Hearing and Deafness: An Introduction for Health and Education Professionals

Textbook - Hearing and Deafness: An Introduction for Health and Education Professionals ISBN: 0763757322
Binding: Paperback
Edition: 1
Author(s): Peter V. Paul, Gail M. Whitelaw
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
Number of Pages: 328

Hearing and Deafness: An Introduction for Health and Education Professionals clearly explains the development of speech hearing language and literacy in dDeaf and hard of hearing children and adolescents This important reference offers new insights on the contribution of hearing rehabilitation to English language acquisition Students pursuing careers in deaf education audiology and speech pathology will gain a thorough understanding of the audiological dimensions of hearing and how hearing loss affects speech language and literacy Featuring up-to-date research and clinical information this comprehensive resource discusses the latest advances in hearing aids cochlear implants speech reading and visual phonics Thoughtfully integrating knowledge with practice Hearing and Deafness helps students and professionals develop effective skills to use in their work This text is ideal for introductory undergraduate and graduate courses that cover the development of speech language and hearing in the dDeaf and hard of hearing as well as for educators working with young children and adolescents

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Movie Clips for Creative Mental Health Education

Textbook - Movie Clips for Creative Mental Health Education ISBN: 1893277240
Binding: Spiral-bound
Edition:
Author(s): MD Fritz Engstrom
Publisher: Wellness Reproductions and Publishing, Inc.
Number of Pages: 194

Clinicians This innovative volume presents a wealth of information to the educatorclinician who wants to use movie clips as a teaching tool This style of learning is versatile engaging and emotionally moving Use this book for teaching relevant issues to clients or students learning about mental health: nurses psychologists therapists physicians social workers college and high school teachers etc Specially chosen clips from popular movies are recommended based on their portrayal of the issues dramatic feel acting styles and brevity in getting the point across

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Doing Your Research Project 4/e: A guide for first-time researchers in social science, education and health

Textbook - Doing Your Research Project 4/e: A guide for first-time researchers in social science, education and health ISBN: 0335215041
Binding: Paperback
Edition: 4
Author(s): Judith Bell
Publisher: Open University Press
Number of Pages: 288

An invaluable tool for anyone carrying out a research project We all learn to do research by actually doing it but a great deal of time and effort can be wasted and goodwill dissipated by inadequate preparation This book provides beginner researchers with the tools to do the job to help them avoid some of the pitfalls and time-wasting false trails and to establish good research habits It takes researchers from the stage of choosing a topic through to the production of a well-planned methodologically sound and well-written final report or thesis on time It is written in plain English and makes no assumptions about previous knowledge This new edition of Doing Your Research Project includes:
  • Coverage of latest techniques such as grounded theory
  • A new chapter on ethics
  • Increased examples from health studies
  • New referencing library searching and literature review chapters
  • Completely updated references throughout
  • This book serves as a guide to good practice for beginner researchers in any discipline embarking on undergraduate or postgraduate study and for professionals in such fields as social science education and health

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  • Systems Approach Workbook for Health Education and Program Planning

    Textbook - Systems Approach Workbook for Health Education and Program Planning ISBN: 0763786608
    Binding: Paperback
    Edition: 1
    Author(s): Mary E Watson
    Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
    Number of Pages: 112

    Systems Approach Workbook for Health Education & Program Planning is designed to help students plan programs in the health setting for patients clinical students staff development and continuing education programs It employs program planning models and theories used in health education professions and presents a logical approach to program planning in which a student or health educator can develop a program by going chapter by chapter Users of the workbook will develop a working knowledge of the planning process through the analysis of case studies and through the creation of a program plan that addresses a health issue in an area of interest Information is presented in outline form so students can use it as a cookbook to create a program a single lesson or an entire curriculum

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    Sexuality Education: Theory and Practice

    Textbook - Sexuality Education: Theory and Practice ISBN: 0763754951
    Binding: Paperback
    Edition: 5
    Author(s): Clint E. Bruess, Jerrold S. Greenberg
    Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
    Number of Pages: 319

    Prepare your future sexuality educators or administrators to respond to questions from their own students such as Am I old enough to date or What is an STI Sexuality Education: Theory and Practice Fifth Edition offers your future educators a variety of ideas and perspectives on how to answer these kinds of questions with helpful input and compassion The authors both sexuality educators provide instructional expertise strategies and applications that help future educators teach sexuality education to learners of all ages races ethnicities cultures religious persuasions and mental andor physical challenges

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    The Men's Health and Women's Health Big Book of Sex: Your Authoritative, Red-Hot Guide to the Sex of Your Dreams (and His!)/ Your Authoritative, Red-Hot Guide to the Sex of Your Dreams (and Hers!)

    Textbook - The Men's Health and Women's Health Big Book of Sex: Your Authoritative, Red-Hot Guide to the Sex of Your Dreams (and His!)/ Your Authoritative, Red-Hot Guide to the Sex of Your Dreams (and Hers!) ISBN: 1605293032
    Binding: Paperback
    Edition:
    Author(s): Editors of Women's Health, Men's Health Editors of
    Publisher: Rodale Books
    Number of Pages: 384

    Good health and a fit body are inextricably entwined with great sex On a physical level fitness makes
    one a more attractive and skilled lover On an emotional level studies show that body image plays a key role in sexual desire and satisfaction Research has linked a healthy sex life to lower risks of cardiovascular disease diabetes depression and obesity
    Based on the latest research on sexual health behavioral psychology fitness and nutrition The Mens
    Health and Womens Health Big Book of Sex is brimming with useful tips exercise photos practical sidebars and more The two-sided book also features the Better-Sex Workout the Better-Sex Diet a Trouble-Shooters Guide to Sexual Health and Q&A columns from the Mens Health Girl Next Door and Womens Health Guy Next Door and leading sexual health experts

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    Philosophical Foundations of Health Education (Public Health/AAHE)

    Textbook - Philosophical Foundations of Health Education (Public Health/AAHE) ISBN: 0470436786
    Binding: Paperback
    Edition: 1
    Author(s): N/A
    Publisher: Jossey-Bass
    Number of Pages: 448

    Philosophical Foundations of Health Education covers the philosophical and ethical foundations of the practice of health education in school community work site and hospital settings as well as in health promotion consultant activities The book presents personal philosophies of health educators essential philosophical perspectives and a range of philosophical issues that are relevant to health education practice Philosophical Foundations of Health Education is organized around the five major philosophical traditions: cognitive-based decision-making behavior change freeingfunctioning and social change Co-published with the American Association for Health Education this important work is an essential resource for student and professional Each section contains a challenge to the reader that suggests critical thinking questions to reinforce the key points of the chapter invite comparison with other perspectives reflect on the implications of the perspective note themes that run through the chapters and consider practical applications of the various philosophical approaches

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    Careers in Health, Physical Education, and Sports

    Textbook - Careers in Health, Physical Education, and Sports ISBN: 0495388394
    Binding: Paperback
    Edition: 2
    Author(s): Patricia A. Floyd, Beverly Allen
    Publisher: Brooks Cole
    Number of Pages: 192

    Unique to Cengage Learning this informative supplement walks students through the process of exploring different health-related careers offers advice on how to prepare for the transition into the working world and gives valuable insight into different types of career paths education requirements and reasonable salary expectations

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    Toward Equity in Health: A New Global Approach to Health Disparities

    Textbook - Toward Equity in Health: A New Global Approach to Health Disparities ISBN: 0826103138
    Binding: Hardcover
    Edition: 1
    Author(s): N/A
    Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
    Number of Pages: 592

    This essential collection presents a state-of-the-art framework for how workers in public health and related disciplines should conceptualize health disparities The contributors leading public health professionals educators and practitioners in complimentary fields advance new evidence-based models designed to mobilize and educate the next generation of research and practice The chapters articulate new theory procedures and policies; the legacy of racism; community-based participatory research; new internet technology; training community workers and educators; closing the education and health gap; and addressing the needs of special populations Toward Equity in Health is an essential book for all who are working toward global health equity-whether in health education health promotion disease prevention public health the health care delivery system or patient- and population level health

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    Health Promotion in Nursing Practice (6th Edition)

    Textbook - Health Promotion in Nursing Practice (6th Edition) ISBN: 0135097215
    Binding: Paperback
    Edition: 6
    Author(s): Nola J. Pender, Carolyn L. Murdaugh, Mary Ann Parsons
    Publisher: Prentice Hall
    Number of Pages: 368

    Health Promotion in Nurisng Practice presents a strong up-to-date foundation for understanding and building the science and practice of health promotion The bookhas three goals: to introduce the major individual and community models and theories that guide health promotion interventions; to offer evidence-based strategies for effective health promotion in practice settings; and to foster critical thinking about future opportunities for research and more effective interventions This Sixth Edition is thoroughly updated to reflect the latest research and terminology New coverage includes: the US Governments Healthy People 2020 Goals; more ecological approaches encompassing families communities and nations; new health promotion technologies and more

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