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      Francis J. Browne: A Biography

      Herbert Reiss,Michael J. Reiss

      This is a biography of the founder of modern antenatal care, Francis James Browne (1879-1963).

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      The Allometry of Growth and Reproduction

      Michael J. Reiss (University of Cambridge)

      Allometry investigates the effects of size on such variables as food intake, growth rates and age at first reproduction. New explanations are proposed for many previously unexplained phenomena.

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      The Allometry of Growth and Reproduction

      Michael J. Reiss (University of Cambridge)

      Allometry investigates the effects of size on such variables as food intake, growth rates and age at first reproduction. New explanations are proposed for many previously unexplained phenomena.

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      The New Biology: A Battle between Mechanism and Organicism

      Michael J. Reiss,Michael Ruse

      The New Biology argues that mechanical reductionism, though helpful in answering many biological questions, cannot on its own explain complex biological systems. Promoting a more holistic approach, the authors contend…

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      Islam and Health Policies Related to HIV Prevention in Malaysia

      Sima Barmania,Michael J. Reiss

      This salient text presents a culturally aware public health approach to the HIV epidemic in Malaysia, a country emblematic of the Muslim world’s response to the crisis. It explores complex…

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      Cognitive and Metacognitive Problem-Solving Strategies in Post-16 Physics: A Case Study Using Action Research

      Ronald Mazorodze,Michael J. Reiss

      This book reports on a study on physics problem solving in real classrooms situations. Problem solving plays a pivotal role in the physics curriculum at all levels.

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      Evolution Education Re-considered: Understanding What Works

      This collection presents research-based interventions using existing knowledge to produce new pedagogies to teach evolution to learners more successfully, whether in schools or elsewhere.

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      Evolution Education Re-considered: Understanding What Works

      This collection presents research-based interventions using existing knowledge to produce new pedagogies to teach evolution to learners more successfully, whether in schools or elsewhere.

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      The Multicultural Dimension Of The National Curriculum

      Anna S. King,Michael J. Reiss

      Aims to provide the most up-to-date, practical guidance on multicultural education. It is aimed at all schools, all teachers and all governors and is written by internationally known authors who…

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      The Multicultural Dimension Of The National Curriculum

      Anna S. King,Michael J. Reiss

      Aims to provide the most up-to-date, practical guidance on multicultural education. It is aimed at all schools, all teachers and all governors and is written by internationally known authors who…

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      Teaching About Scientific Origins: Taking Account of Creationism

      Persistent resistance to the teaching of evolution has so drastically impacted science curricula that many students finish school without a basic understanding of a theory that is a fundamental component…

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      Sociology, Curriculum Studies and Professional Knowledge: New Perspectives on the Work of Michael Young

      This volume brings together an international set of contributors in education research, policy and practice to respond to the influence the noted academic Professor Michael Young has had on sociology…

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      Improving Nature?: The Science and Ethics of Genetic Engineering

      Michael J. Reiss (Institute of Biology, London),Roger Straughan (University of Reading)

      Use of the term ‘genetic engineering’ is now commonplace in all of our everyday lives. But what are the likely consequences of genetic engineering? Is it ethically acceptable? Should we…

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      Science and Religion in Education

      This book brings together the latest research in education in relation to science and religion. Leading international scholars and practitioners provide vital insights into the underlying debates and present a…

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      Science and Religion in Education

      This book brings together the latest research in education in relation to science and religion. Leading international scholars and practitioners provide vital insights into the underlying debates and present a…

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      Enhancing Learning with Effective Practical Science 11-16

      Enhancing Learning with Effective Practical Science begins with an exploration of the reasons why practical work is often less effective than it could be. It provides 72 full and clear…

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      Enhancing Learning with Effective Practical Science 11-16

      Enhancing Learning with Effective Practical Science begins with an exploration of the reasons why practical work is often less effective than it could be. It provides 72 full and clear…

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      The Place of Ethics in Science Education

      Dr Amanda McCrory, Professor Michael J. Reiss

      Science education, particularly school science education, has long had an uneasy relationship with ethics, being unsure whether to embrace ethics or leave it to others. In this book, the authors…

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      Rethinking Biology: Public Understandings

      ‘Rethinking Biology offers many useful perspectives on a range of topics: why neuroscience and brain imaging threaten to create a reductive view of self and behaviour every bit as misleading…

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      Rethinking Biology: Public Understandings

      ‘Rethinking Biology offers many useful perspectives on a range of topics: why neuroscience and brain imaging threaten to create a reductive view of self and behaviour every bit as misleading…

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      The Place of Ethics in Science Education

      Dr Amanda McCrory, Professor Michael J. Reiss

      Science education, particularly school science education, has long had an uneasy relationship with ethics, being unsure whether to embrace ethics or leave it to others. In this book, the authors…

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      International Handbook of Learning, Teaching and Leading in Faith-Based Schools

      International Handbook of Learning, Teaching and Leading in Faith-Based Schools

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      International Handbook of Learning, Teaching and Leading in Faith-Based Schools

      This handbook examines faith-based education from a range of religious and faith traditions in culturally diverse communities. It explores the distinctive philosophies and guiding principles as well as practices that…

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      Human Flourishing: Scientific insight and spiritual wisdom in uncertain times

      Andrew Briggs (Professor of Nanomaterials, Department of Materials, University of Oxford),Michael J. Reiss (Professor of Science Education, University College of London)

      This book draws on both scientific insights and spiritual wisdom to help the reader focus on what is of value in helping them decide what makes for a good life…

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      Relational Processes and DSM-V: Neuroscience, Assessment, Prevention, and Treatment

      Relational Processes and DSM-V builds on exciting advances in clinical research on troubled relationships. These advances included marked improvements in the assessment and epidemiology of troubled relationships as well the…

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