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Understanding Plato is the first book in a series on classical philosophers. It contains a complete discussion of four of the early Socratic dialogues (Euthyphro, Apology, Crito, Meno) and Plato's longer and more famous work, The Republic. The series is designed for beginning and intermediate philosophy students who would like more depth than they would ordinarily get from books that give only outlines of the philosopher's thoughts and theories. Each book in the series focuses on both content and philosophical method. Each chapter breaks down the arguments of the philosopher into ...

This book is fourth in a series of books devoted to helping students understand some of the great works in ethics, social and political philosophy. It has been said that Kant's Grounding for the Metaphysics of Morals "is the single most important work in modern moral philosophy" (Henry Allison). It is also one of the most difficult books to comprehend, especially for beginning philosophy students. Understanding Immanuel Kant makes Kant accessible to students while at the same time showing why his writings have had such a powerful influence on philosophical ethics. Professor Houlgate's book ...

Understanding John Locke is the second book in a series of books on the classical philosophers. Other books in the Smart Student's Guide series are: Understanding Plato: The Socratic Dialogues and the Republic; and Understanding John Stuart Mill: Utilitarianism and On Liberty. The series is designed for beginning and intermediate philosophy students who would like more depth than they would ordinarily get from books that only give outlines of the philosopher's thoughts and theories. At the same time, the books do not delve so deeply and critically into the philosopher's ideas that they ...

The Smart Classroom Management Way is a collection of the very best writing from ten years of Smart Classroom Management (SCM). It isn't, however, simply a random mix of popular articles. It's a comprehensive work that encompasses every principle, theme, and methodology of the SCM approach. The book is laid out across six major areas of classroom management and includes the most pressing issues, problems, and concerns shared by all teachers. The underlying SCM themes of accountability, maturity, independence, personal responsibility, and intrinsic motivation are all there and weave their ...

In the eighteenth century, the words “natural religion” referred to religious beliefs based on reason and evidence instead of revelation. In Understanding David Hume, Professor Laurence Houlgate guides serious students through the labyrinth of arguments for and against the existence and infinite nature of God, focusing mainly on the famous Design Argument. Lengthy dialogues are broken down into discrete and understandable short chapters, allowing students to easily navigate through the book. Professor Houlgate uses the same approach to help students understand Hume’s essays concerning...

This philosophy study guide for Descartes' Meditations on First Philosophy is the seventh book in the Smart Student's Guides to Philosophical Classics series. Like the other books in the series, it is much more than an outline or a set of notes and flash cards. It is a book for students who are serious about understanding and thinking critically about one of the most consequential books ever written in the history of philosophy. Part I of the book is a chapter-by-chapter explanation of Descartes/ ideas and theories. It is presented in a way that makes it much easier for a beginning ...

Thomas Hobbes' 17th century book Leviathan has been called "the greatest single work of political thought in the English language.” But it is not the most accessible work. Beginning philosophy students continue to struggle with Hobbes' old-English words and prose style.. Professor Laurence Houlgate's guide to Leviathan solves these problems by organizing each chapter into short sections while using contemporary examples and prose to explain the more difficult arguments and ideas. The result is an understandable student guide to Hobbes' Leviathan. Houlgate also provides two chapters ...

You've studied the markets extensively. You've mastered technical analysis. You've developed a trading strategy with a solid edge. Yet somehow, your trading results don't reflect your knowledge. Why? Because knowledge alone isn't enough. The difference between struggling traders and consistently profitable ones isn't found in better indicators or secret strategies, it's in their psychological approach to the markets. This comprehensive guide identifies the four critical psychological barriers that prevent even the most knowledgeable traders from achieving consistent profitability: ...

In this "important and comprehensive" (New Yorker) guide to statistical thinking, discover how you can use data and mathematics to gain a better understanding of life’s biggest problems. The age of big data has made statistical literacy more important than ever. In The Art of Statistics, David...

THE REVENGE TRADING TRAP: Breaking Free from Emotional Trading Cycles and Reclaiming Your Profits The silent account killer that destroys more trading careers than market crashes ever could. Have you ever taken an impulsive trade after a loss, desperate to "get back to even," only to watch your account balance plummet further? That sinking feeling in your stomach, the urgent need to recover losses immediately—these are the hallmarks of revenge trading, and they're decimating your profits. Written by a trader who personally walked this destructive path and found a way out, this book offers...

Philosophy Essentials is a chronological introduction to the history of philosophy for serious readers ages 11-19. It begins with the first Greek attempts to explain the world through reason rather than myth and follows the long argument forward through Socrates, Plato, Aristotle, Epicurus, the Stoics, Augustine, Aquinas, Descartes, Locke, Kant, Marx, Nietzsche, Beauvoir, Arendt, Rawls, Singer, and current debates about consciousness, identity, and artificial intelligence. The book explains the central problems of philosophy in clear language without exaggeration or slogans. Readers move ...

There are only a few books that have made a significant change in political society. There are even fewer books that inspired a revolution. But in 1789, 11 years after his death, Jean-Jacques Rousseau's The Social Contract did just that. The Social Contract became the Bible of the French Revolution. From Rousseau’s opening words “Man is born free but is everywhere in chains” to his call for a government “by the people,” he risked his life and reputation by challenging the existing political order to return to the terms of the social contract and restore civil liberty. ...

Empower Your Classroom with AI, The Complete 2-in-1 Guide for Teachers Ready to Embrace the Future of Education (No Tech Skills Needed!) Feeling overwhelmed by the constant stream of new AI tools and trends? Searching for clear, classroom-tested strategies that actually support student learning, without adding to your stress or sacrificing your teaching style? This comprehensive teaching bundle, Teaching with AI Made Simple and AI in the Classroom Made Simple, is your no-nonsense, educator-first roadmap to confidently integrating artificial intelligence into your classroom, your way. ...

Navigate the complex world of student loans with confidence! This comprehensive guide demystifies the entire process, from understanding loan types to mastering repayment strategies. Whether you're a prospective student, current borrower, or parent, this book offers invaluable insights: Decode federal and private loan options Master the application process Explore repayment plans tailored to your situation Uncover loan forgiveness and discharge programs Learn the ins and outs of refinancing Discover strategies to minimize debt Avoid common pitfalls that cost borrowers thousands Access a ...

A Practical Guide to Writing Measurable, Ethical, and Defensible Treatment Plans Treatment planning is one of the most challenging and most misunderstood skills for emerging therapists. Graduate programs often teach what a treatment plan is, but far less attention is given to how to write plans that are clinically sound, client-centered, measurable, and defensible in real-world practice. Treatment Planning for Emerging Therapists bridges that gap. Written specifically for counseling students, interns, and newly licensed professionals, this book provides a clear, step-by-step framework for ...

Understanding John Stuart Mill is the third book in a series of philosophy study guides to the classics of philosophy. The series is designed for beginning and intermediate philosophy students who would like more depth than they would ordinarily get from "Notes" books that only give outlines of the philosopher's thoughts and theories. At the same time, the Smart Student's books are not scholarly monographs designed for graduate students and professors. Understanding John Stuart Mill focuses on both content and philosophical method in the sections on Mill's famous Utilitarianism and in his ...

Too hot for school. When I first saw my college professor, I knew I was in for trouble. He was smoking hot and seemed to have his eye on me. But he couldn't be interested in a curvy girl like me, could he? When the hot scholar has me stop by his office, things are about to get a lot more dangerous and complicated, and a whole lot more naughty...

Study Strategies to Make Learning Stick Karen Tui Boyes is leading the revolution of assisting students to learn, teachers to teach and advancing anyone’s ability to understand the information needed to pass exams. Karen has presented her workshops across five continents, to more than 200,000 audience members, and countless schools. Her Study Skills methods help with exam preparation by teaching simple but strategic learning skills. You’ll discover easy ways to: + Incorporate individual learning styles for any kind of test preparation – from drivers license to medical exams; + Be ...

Go Far — Stay Smart How to Travel Freely, Trust Your Instincts, and Stay Safe Abroad You don’t need to be afraid to travel. But you do need to be aware. Most problems abroad don’t start with danger. They start with a moment that feels slightly off. A question that pulls you in. A situation that shifts. A hesitation you ignore. And that’s where it turns. This book shows you how to catch that moment early—and act on it. No fear tactics. No overthinking. No complicated systems. Just clear, practical ways to move through the world with confidence and control. Inside you’ll learn: ...

Everything in my life is an experiment. Something to study. Even this—my attraction to the psychology professor. I’ve never had a crush before. Never wanted a man so badly my stomach aches. But here I am at 22, with long-dormant parts of me coming alive. The professor is dry. Distant. Difficult to read. And though we move in the same circles, he still keeps me at arm’s length. That won’t do. Not when I have all these new sensations, new desires to study in myself. He’s always saying we should seek knowledge. Well, I’m about to know him. After Class is a steamy professor-student ...