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What are sound waves?
\"This book introduces the concept of sound waves in a relatable, child-centered way. Readers will discover that matter must vibrate to make sound and that sound can make matter vibrate. They will also learn how sound waves are used for communication and be able to demonstrate this knowledge by creating their own sound devices\"-- Provided by publisher.
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Music in Black American Life, 1945-2020
This second volume of Music in Black American Life offers research
and analysis that originally appeared in the journals American
Music and Black Music Research Journal , and in two
book series published by the University of Illinois Press: Music in
American Life, and African American Music in Global Perspective. In
this collection, a group of predominately Black scholars explores a
variety of topics with works that pioneered new methodologies and
modes of inquiry for hearing and studying Black music. These
extracts and articles examine the World War II jazz scene; look at
female artists like gospel star Shirley Caesar and jazz
musician-arranger Melba Liston; illuminate the South Bronx milieu
that folded many forms of black expressive culture into rap; and
explain Hamilton 's massive success as part of the
\"tanning\" of American culture that began when Black music entered
the mainstream.
Part sourcebook and part survey of historic music scholarship,
Music in Black American Life, 1945-2020 collects
groundbreaking work that redefines our view of Black music and its
place in American music history.
Contributors: Nelson George, Wayne Everett Goins, Claudrena N.
Harold, Eileen M. Hayes, Loren Kajikawa, Robin D. G. Kelley, Tammy
L. Kernodle, Cheryl L. Keyes, Gwendolyn Pough, Bernice Johnson
Reagon, Mark Tucker, and Sherrie Tucker
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What are light waves?
\"This engaging title introduces readers to the science of light waves. Relatable examples, accessible text, and a creative design challenge help readers discover the properties of light waves and their essential role in seeing our world\"-- Provided by publisher.
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Stuttering and Related Disorders of Fluency
A student-friendly resource on stuttering and related fluency disorders by a who's who of global experts
Stuttering and Related Disorders of Fluency, Fourth Edition honors the philosophy that discoveries of the past are the bedrock of the present and the inspiration for future explorations—in this context—the nature and treatment of stuttering. Initially developed over 30 years ago, the first two editions were edited by the late Richard F. Curlee and the third edition was co-edited by Richard F. Curlee and Edward G. Conture. The latest edition, co-edited by Patricia M. Zebrowski, Julie D. Anderson, and Edward G. Conture, brings together contemporary insights and a multinational perspective from 44 world-class academicians, clinicians, and researchers in the field of stuttering and related disorders.
The book is organized into six sections and 17 chapters, with the first section describing basic facts and theories. The second section covers genetic, neural, linguistic, cognitive, and physiological factors. The third section features three dedicated chapters on the diagnosis of preschool-age children, school-age children, and adolescents and adults. The fourth section discusses treatment guidelines with three chapters organized by the same age demographics, while the fifth section covers language and phonological, bilingual and multicultural, and pharmacological considerations for treatment. The sixth, and last, section provides guidance on cluttering and acquired stuttering—from causes and symptoms to diagnosis and treatment.
Key Highlights
* Up-to-date, reader-friendly text is ideal for students with no or limited background or experience in the nature and treatment of stuttering and related fluency disorders
* Comprehensive content covering all relevant aspects of stuttering in diverse populations across the lifespan, including etiology, development, diagnosis, and treatment
* Contributions from a diverse group of top scholars and practitioners from the United States, Canada, Western Europe, and Australia
This text is essential reading for upper-class undergraduates and early-stage graduate students in communication sciences and disorders. It also provides an invaluable classroom tool for instructors teaching basic courses on this subject and is a helpful sourcebook for researchers investigating stuttering and related fluency disorders.
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How does sound change?
\"Sounds help us understand the world around us. This engaging title provides a close-up look at the science behind different sounds. Readers discover how sound waves travel through different matter and learn about concepts such as echoes, volume, and pitch. Accessible language and relatable examples support reader comprehension\"-- Provided by publisher.
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Glaucoma : science and practice
Refresh and update your knowledge on all new therapeutic techniques!
Rapid advances in identifying the epidemiology, physiology, and genetics of glaucoma have led to dramatic developments in diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. This new text offers you concise coverage of every major clinical breakthrough, as well as the basic science needed to thoroughly understand all manifestations of the disease. It is written by a \"who's who\" of international experts, who share their tips and techniques in every information-filled chapter.
Benefit from these special features:
* Key discussions of the pathophysiology of the disease, as well as the pharmacologic mechanisms of different drugs and their efficacy
* Valuable diagnostic decision diagrams that lead to quick and accurate decisions
* Helpful pearls, pitfalls, and special considerations that offer guidance in specific situations and show how to avoid problems and complications
* Nearly 300 superb, full-color illustrations that depict the distinguishing features of each entity
* Inclusion of such cutting-edge material as \"neuroprotection\", and several other new topics
Whether you are an experienced practitioner needing a quick review or a resident learning a topic for the first time, Glaucoma: Science and Practice is packed with essential clinical and scientific information. Here is the timely, current, and practical resource you need to understand the complexities of glaucoma and provide optimal patient care.
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What are shadows and reflections?
\"What happens when light is blocked? How can we redirect light? Readers will discover the answers to these questions and more in this fact-filled title. Readers will explore the properties of transparent, translucent, opaque, and reflective materials, and learn how to redirect light beams and create shadows\"-- Provided by publisher.
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Language Variety in the South Revisited
Top linguists from diverse fields address language varieties in the South. Language Variety in the South Revisited is a comprehensive collection of new research on southern United States English by foremost scholars of regional language variation. Like its predecessor, Language Variety in the South: Perspectives in Black and White (The University of Alabama Press, 1986), this book includes current research into African American vernacular English, but it greatly expands the scope of investigation and offers an extensive assessment of the field. The volume encompasses studies of contact involving African and European languages; analysis of discourse, pragmatic, lexical, phonological, and syntactic features; and evaluations of methods of collecting and examining data. The 38 essays not only offer a wealth of information about southern language varieties but also serve as models for regional linguistic investigation.
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How engineers solve problems
\"Different problems need different solutions, but engineers follow the same steps to solve them. Discover the path engineers take to find new solutions or improve old ones\"-- Provided by publisher.
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Suburban Governance
Suburban Governance: A Global Viewis a groundbreaking set of essays by leading urban scholars that assess how governance regulates the creation of the world's suburban spaces and everyday life within them.
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