What determines the outcome for rebels in contemporary African civil wars? How are victory and defeat measured? Is there any connection between a rebel group's organisation and its fate? Addressing these issues and more, Christopher Day explores the relationship between rebel groups and regime politics in Africa.
Focusing on the complexities surrounding teachers' work, this text examines the interplay between personal, workplace, and policy contexts to enhance the quality of their careers. It synthesizes various research findings to propose a fresh definition of teachers' learning and professional development, emphasizing the importance of understanding these influences for sustaining commitment and excellence in teaching.
China and India are becoming increasingly influential, powerful and prominent countries – but what kind of states do their leaders and people wish them to become? Will they act and behave like major Western entities or like something altogether different, hence changing the very nature of international affairs? And as the Asian twenty– first century takes shape, how will these dynamics affect the wider geopolitical landscape and the balance of power? In this in–depth study, Chris Ogden evaluates the prospective impact of China and India upon the definition and nature of great power in the contemporary world. Whilst many contend that they will rise in a similar way to current and previous great powers – namely via traditional material, economic and military measures – Ogden explores the extent to which domestic political and cultural values as well as historical identities and perceptions are also central driving forces behind their common status, ambitions and worldviews. In so doing, he offers a new and comprehensive analysis of these two countries' past, contemporary and future global significance, in particular their shared status as the world's first such post–imperial great powers.
For centuries the UK government has used cats to rid their buildings of mice. In the 1930s the cats became `official' members of government and as it turned out, well loved. Including letters and memos held by The National Archives, plus photographs of the cats themselves, this book takes a fresh approach to what goes on at Whitehall.
Architecture and environmental design as a healing art
This edition presents a comprehensive and authoritative version of a classic work, offering readers an enhanced understanding of its themes and characters. It includes critical insights, annotations, and possibly additional context that enrich the reading experience. This definitive edition is ideal for both new readers and those familiar with the text, providing a deeper exploration of its significance in literature.
We all know that looking after our health is important, and understandably the same can be said of our pets, which is why providing your dog with a healthy lifestyle should be the aim of every conscientious owner. While there are supplements on the market which claim to help your pet, these are often expensive and can contain chemicals which may do more harm than good. That's why this book gives you the know-how to keep your dog fit, use hands-on healing and look after your best friend the natural way. From nutritional guides and fun exercises to natural parasite prevention, Natural Dog Care offers you the alternative route to optimal health. There's advice on holistic care such as acupuncture, homeopathy and chiropractic, as well as fully explained and illustrated massage routines and a directory of aromatherapy solutions for illnesses and stress. No matter what age your dog may be or which treatments he requires, Natural Dog Care will change the way you approach dog care.
Building upon Huberman's classic study, this title probes not only teachers' everyday lives, but also the ways in which they negotiate the pitfalls of professional development and the different life and work 'scenarios' that challenge their sense of identity, well-being and effectiveness.
This poignant memoir explores how a diagnosis of ALS/MND shifted from a bleak outlook to finding humor and joy in life. The author shares how disability transformed their perspective, turning what seemed like a curse into a surprising gift filled with laughter.
How does the built environment affect children - their health, their behaviour, education and development? To support them, what do we need to consider and what do we need to do? Can our surroundings foster environmental and social awareness and responsibility?Based on Christopher Day's experiences designing schools and early childhood centres in the United States and Britain, this groundbreaking book sets out to answer these questions and to offer solutions.Children all too often find themselves living in alien surroundings designed with the needs of adults in mind, cut off not just from the natural environment but also childhood itself. Society's reaction - to cocoon children from the outside world or to resort to drugs to control behaviour - fails to address the fundamental causes of problems which lie in the environment not the children themselves.One of the world's leading thinkers on the impact of buildings on people, Christopher Day's insights offer new light on one of the most important issues for today's society.
The collection of essays offers a comprehensive overview of professional development across various global regions, showcasing its rich diversity. Christopher Day and Judyth Sachs provide a unique synthesis of the field's history, current trends, and future directions, filling a gap that has persisted for nearly twenty-five years. This volume serves as a valuable resource for understanding the evolution and significance of professional development worldwide.