Unpacking Globalization examines the experiences of people living with the forces that are transforming economic systems, culture, gender relationships and governance. The book offers interdisciplinary analysis of the well-being of women and men as they cope with the changes of globalization. Through theory, case studies, and data, several themes emerge indicating that from the household to the continental level, change is leading to new awareness and new survival strategies for b...

Post-Pandemic Pedagogy: A Paradigm Shift discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic radically altered teaching and learning for faculty and students alike. The increased prevalence of video-conferencing software for conducting classes fundamentally changed the way in which we teach and seemingly upended many best practices for good pedagogy in the college classroom. Whether it was the reflection over surveillance software, or the increased mental health demands of the pandemic on teachers and stu...

This book describes critically reviewed key aspects of organic farming and provides a unique and timely science-based resource for researchers, teachers and extension workers, undergraduates, postgraduate students, primary producers and others interested in organic farming. The first section of the book provides an overview of organic farming: a general introduction followed by the origins of organic farming, the principles of organic farming, challenges for organic farming, crop protectio...

This book it is about a small family, mum, dad and son who loves surprises, and it is a very happy child. Dad and Mum had a surprise for the little Lucas, and the surprise was tickets for a trip to a paradisiac Island. Lucas loved that surprise and he will really enjoyed

Some people experience healing miracles and are suddenly transformed. Others, like me, set out on the path putting one foot after the other, sometimes finding a smooth highway, other times finding the path treacherous. I believe miracles can happen to anyone, and I welcome the time when I allow myself to experience mine. In the meantime, I take my steps and celebrate the way stations and landmarks as I reach them. I have mild cerebral palsy affecting my left side. The necessary spiritual h...

Latino/a students are in a unique position in today's society; teachers and administrators are in an influential position in educating them. Community, parents, and educators alike are poised to enable these students to gain the education they need for success. Chapters by recognized authors and successful practitioners explain theory with actual applicable examples, demonstrating where and how education is successfully working for Latino students.

A Broken Flute: The Native Experience in Books for Children is a companion to its predecessor published by Oyate, Through Indian Eyes: The Native Experience in Books for Children. A compilation of work by Native parents, children, educators, poets and writers, A Broken Flute contains, from a Native perspective, "living stories," essays, poetry, and hundreds of reviews of "children's books about Indians." It's an indispensable volume for anyone interested in prese...

Discover the positive and helpful contributions made by microorganisms to various areas of human health, food preservation and production, biotechnology, industry, environmental clean up and sustainable agriculture.In Good Microbes in Medicine, Food Production, Biotechnology, Bioremediation and Agriculture, a team of distinguished researchers delivers a comprehensive and eye-opening look at the positive side of bacteria and other microbes. The book explore...

Religious Change and Continuity Across Generations: Passing on Faith in Families of Six European and North American Nations brings together scholars of religious studies, secularism, and family science to examine how religion is passed down the generations in six European and North American nations. Taking a social change perspective within the context of family socialization theory, the authors treat intergenerational change and continuity in religion and spirituality as occurrin...

Durch einen Sturm werden alle Flüge gestrichen. Der Filmstar Gian-Luca Garcia und die Regisseurin Louisa Bell haben dasselbe Ziel, spontan entscheiden sie sich für einen gemeinsamen Roadtrip ... und schon bald fliegen die Fetzen. Die beiden könnten nicht unterschiedlicher sein, und so entbrennt zwischen ihnen ein Wortgefecht nach dem anderen. Doch das Auto ist nicht das Einzige, was sie sich auf der Fahrt zum wohl herausragendsten Projekt des Jahres teilen müssen: Wegen eines Fehlers bei d...

Winter tourism has seen increased levels of investment in recent times, in an effort to reduce economic risk, address environmental concerns and adapt to the effects of global warming. New ski destinations are developing and merging with traditional ones to increase spatial distribution, while many established leading resorts are adapting their management models. Climate change adaptation processes are supported by the reduction of CO2 emissions and energy consumption in ski resorts. Curre...

Der zweite Band der Cosy New Adult Reihe auf den Färöer Inseln!Als Lóa sich nach einem ausgelassenen Pub-Abend auf einen One-Night-Stand einlässt, ahnt sie nicht, dass sie Alex nicht so schnell wieder loswird. Der Frauenschwarm hat in der Nacht seinen Pass verloren. Gestrandet auf den Färöern bleibt ihm nichts anderes übrig, als in Lóas Tiny House eine Lösung zu finden. Doch sein Plan, ein paar heiße Nächte mit ihr zu verbringen, um dann zu verschwinden, schlägt fehl, als er bemerk...