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The Motor Industry

The Motor Industry

Originally published in 1959 this book was one of the first to give a comprehensive view of the motor industry from an economic standpoint. Although the book concentrates on the UK motor industry many references are made to that of the USA and other leading automobile manufacturers. Among the subjects discussed are the structure of the British motor industry the demand for vehicles the structure of costs economies of large-scale production the nature of competition and profits and sources of funds.

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The Infant Motor Profile

The Infant Motor Profile

The Infant Motor Profile is a practical manual on a new evidence-based method to assess infant motor behaviour. Not only looking at what milestones the infant has reached but also paying attention to the quality of motor behaviour – how the infant moves – this text provides professionals involved in the care of infants at risk of developmental disorders with information on five domains of motor behaviour: variation adaptability symmetry fluency and performance. Backed up by extensive up-to-date research it includes percentile curves so that professionals can easily interpret the infants’ scores. The profile created from the assessment informs about the infant’s current condition and their risk of developmental disorders as well as providing suggestions for early intervention tailored to the strengths and limitations of the infant. Used over time it can be an excellent instrument to monitor the infant’s developmental progress. Illustrated with numerous figures and accompanied by a website hosting over 100 video clips this text is an essential read for professionals in developmental paediatrics including paediatric physiotherapists occupational therapists developmental paediatricians neuropaediatricians and paediatric physiatrists.

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Motor Control Learning and Development Instant Notes 2nd Edition

Motor Control Learning and Development Instant Notes 2nd Edition

An understanding of the scientific principles underpinning the learning and execution of fundamental and skilled movements is of central importance in disciplines across the sport and exercise sciences. The second edition of Motor Control Learning and Development: Instant Notes offers students an accessible clear and concise introduction to the core concepts of motor behavior from learning through to developing expertise. Including two brand new chapters on implicit versus explicit learning and motor control and aging this new edition is fully revised and updated and covers: definitions theories and measurements of motor control; information processing neurological issues and sensory factors in control; theories and stages of motor learning; memory and feedback; the development of fundamental movement skills; and the application of theory to coaching and rehabilitation practice. Highly illustrated and well-formatted the book allows readers to grasp complex ideas quickly through learning objectives research highlights review questions and activities and encourages students to deepen their understanding through further reading suggestions. This is important foundational reading for any student taking classes in motor control learning or behavior or skill acquisition or a clear and concise reference for any practicing sports coach physical education teacher or rehabilitation specialist. | Motor Control Learning and Development Instant Notes 2nd Edition

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Sensory Motor Activities for Early Development A Practical Resource

Sensory Motor Activities for Early Development A Practical Resource

Sensory motor activities are crucial for children to learn from their environment. Bridging the gap between theory and practice this revised edition is a complete package of tried-and-tested sensory motor activities for children covering basic movements interoception sensory and body awareness and early visual perceptual skills. Providing an overview of the sensory systems the authors offer practical strategies for parents/carers and practitioners to link knowledge to practice when communicating and engaging with a child. The authors present both familiar and novel activity ideas explaining how they provide sensory stimulation to the relevant sensory systems and may help to support the child’s development sensory processing and regulation levels. New material includes: greater emphasis on understanding the sensory systems and how they link to the activities a brand new chapter on interoception revised recording methods including Goal Attainment Scaling as an outcome tool an expanded list of activities. Sensory Motor Activities for Early Development 2nd edition is an essential text for all parents/carers and practitioners who use sensory motor activities in a playful way to help the development of children with a range of needs. It will be valuable reading for those working with children who do not initiate movement who require help with their movement who need to refine their movement who need encouragement or motivation to engage in purposeful movements or those who need activities to provide sensory stimulation. | Sensory Motor Activities for Early Development A Practical Resource

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Hands on Dyspraxia: Developmental Coordination Disorder Supporting Young People with Motor and Sensory Challenges

Hands on Dyspraxia: Developmental Coordination Disorder Supporting Young People with Motor and Sensory Challenges

This updated new edition is a practical guidebook for parents teachers and other professionals supporting children with sensory and motor learning difficulties. It offers an understanding of developmental coordination disorder (DCD) and the impact that this can have in both home and school settings. Each chapter offers practical ‘hands-on’ strategies activities and ideas for managing the effects of the condition as well as providing a sound medical and physiological understanding of the condition to facilitate access to education and everyday living. Each chapter contains: A clear explanation of potential challenges that people with DCD and coexisting conditions face with an introductory definition along with reference to current terminology Exploration of the implications of these challenges on home life educational and social environments Practical strategies and ideas to help the child or young person reach their full potential Written by occupational therapists with extensive experience of DCD/dyspraxia and possible associated conditions this book is structured in an accessible way suitable for: parents carers teachers or health professionals seeking guidance for the young people they support. This is a must read for anybody looking to support children and young people with this often misunderstood condition. | Hands on Dyspraxia: Developmental Coordination Disorder Supporting Young People with Motor and Sensory Challenges

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The Neurocognition of Dance Mind Movement and Motor Skills

The Neurocognition of Dance Mind Movement and Motor Skills

Dance has always been an important aspect of all human cultures and the study of human movement and action has become a topic of increasing relevance over the last decade bringing dance into the focus of the cognitive sciences. Since the first edition of The Neurocognition of Dance was published research into the cognitive science of dance has expanded extensively with the number of scientific studies focusing on dance and dance-related topics in cognitive psychology growing significantly. Featuring three new chapters addressing topics that have become highly relevant to the field in recent years – neuroaesthetics entrainment and choreographic cognition – as well as progress in teaching based on novel methods this comprehensively revised and updated new edition of The Neurocognition of Dance is full of cutting-edge insights from scientists researchers and professionals from the world of dance. Also now including online material such as links to video clips colour images and hands-on material for practical application this book is an essential companion for students and professionals from fields including dance cognitive psychology sport psychology and sport science movement science and cognitive robotics. | The Neurocognition of Dance Mind Movement and Motor Skills

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Labour Relations in the Motor Industry A Study of Industrial Unrest and an International Comparison

Labour Relations in the Motor Industry A Study of Industrial Unrest and an International Comparison

This book originally published in 1967 takes the automobile industry experience as a basis for a wider view of industrial relations trends and developments of the 1950s and 60s. The study also analyses the emergence of new institutions and systems of labour-management relationships. It contains chapters on the effects of automotion and technical change on the impact of fluctuations in the market for cars and on wage trends. There are detailed surveys of some of the biggest post-war disputes and especially of trade union organization the shop steward system the experience of individual firms such as Austin Ford and Fiat. There is also a comparative survey of labour relationships in other major car manufacturing countries such as the USA Germany and Japan. | Labour Relations in the Motor Industry A Study of Industrial Unrest and an International Comparison

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Modeling and Control of AC Machine using MATLAB /SIMULINK

Modeling and Control of AC Machine using MATLAB /SIMULINK

This book introduces electrical machine modeling and control for electrical engineering and science to graduate undergraduate students as well as researchers who are working on modeling and control of electrical machines. It targets electrical engineering students who have no time to derive mathematical equations for electrical machines in particular induction machine (IM) and doubly fed induction machines (DFIM). The main focus is on the application of field oriented control technique to induction motor (IM) and doubly fed induction motor (DFIM) in details and since the induction motors have many drawback using this technique therefore the application of a nonlinear control technique (feedback linearization) is applied to a reduced order model of DFIM to enhance the performance of doubly fed induction motor. FeaturesServes as text book for electrical motor modeling simulation and control; especially modeling of induction motor and doubly fed induction motor using different frame of references. Vector control (field oriented control) is given in more detailed and is applied to induction motor. A nonlinear controller is applied to a reduced model of an doubly induction motor associated with a linear observer to estimate the unmeasured load torque which is used to enhance the performance of the vector control to doubly fed induction motor. Access to the full MATLAB/SIMULINK blocks for simulation and control. | Modeling and Control of AC Machine using MATLAB®/SIMULINK

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Perspectives on Perception and Action

Perspectives on Perception and Action

Originally published in 1987 this title aimed to present an eclectic and biased account of the status of perception-action relationships in various fields at the time. The chapters can be divided into three sections. The first focuses on motor control a neglected topic in the past and hence deserving the role of the starting point of this volume. In addition motor control provides a good background to discuss the clear sensory and perceptual effects. However motor processes are also highly relevant to perception which was usually less emphasized in the literature at the time. Therefore a special section is devoted to motor processes in perception together with the issue of integrating information from different sources. The book concludes with a section on attention and selection of perceptual information for subsequent action. | Perspectives on Perception and Action

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A Constraints-led Approach to Figure Skating Coaching

A Constraints-led Approach to Figure Skating Coaching

Motor skill acquisition and athlete development practices are rapidly evolving. Positioned at the forefront of this evolution the constraints-led approach encourages practitioners to consider the athlete as a whole person with unique traits abilities and capacities. Accordingly an athlete’s competitive success lies in the practitioner’s ability to adapt programming to the unique needs of each athlete and to facilitate the athlete-environment relationship. A Constraints-led Approach to Figure Skating Coaching applies contemporary motor skill acquisition and athlete development practices to figure skating. The book encourages coaches to think about why they coach the athletes they want to support and the goals they want their program to achieve. It informs coaches how to transform these core considerations into the driving inspiration for their daily coaching practices including assessment methods the coach-athlete relationship practice structure competition preparation and conceptions of technique. The lessons here are founded on the constraints-led approach. They are personal yet broadly inclusive to the global sports programming market. The book is written through a ‘conversive’ voice and is accessible to a broad audience interested in athlete development and programming such as coaches athletes and parents. At the same time academics and students in the areas of sport coaching biomechanics motor skill acquisition strength and conditioning and related disciplines will find interest in the insights provided from this underrepresented niche in sports.

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Capital-intensive Industries In Newly Industrializing Countries The Case Of The Brazilian Automobile And Steel Industries

Capital-intensive Industries In Newly Industrializing Countries The Case Of The Brazilian Automobile And Steel Industries

This book assesses the attractiveness of Brazil as a location for automobile and steel production in the future. It evaluates the export performance of Brazil's motor-vehicle and steel industries in different markets and identifies the determinants of the country's current position in world markets. | Capital-intensive Industries In Newly Industrializing Countries The Case Of The Brazilian Automobile And Steel Industries

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A Constraints-Led Approach to Swim Coaching

A Constraints-Led Approach to Swim Coaching

Motor skill acquisition and athlete development practices are rapidly evolving. Positioned at the forefront of this evolution the constraints-led approach encourages practitioners to consider the athlete as a whole person with unique traits abilities and capacities. Accordingly an athlete’s competitive success lies in the practitioner’s ability to adapt their programming to the unique needs of each athlete and to develop an understanding of the athlete-environment relationship. A Constraints-Led Approach to Swim Coaching applies contemporary motor skill acquisition and athlete development practices to swimming. This book encourages coaches to reconsider how they approach skill development in a sport that requires considerable physical training and highly efficient movement. It presents a framework for identifying the various constraints that determine the ability to perform at a high level. It then offers coaches practical examples to navigate the manipulation of constraints to support the development of physical capacities and the ability to effectively utilize those capacities through efficient movement. These frameworks are broadly inclusive to the global sports programming market. This book is written through a “conversive” voice and is accessible to a broad audience interested in athlete development and programming such as coaches sport scientists support staff athletes and parents. At the same time academics and students in the areas of sport coaching biomechanics motor skill acquisition strength and conditioning and related disciplines will find interest in the insights provided from this underrepresented niche in sports.

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Introduction to Vision Science

Introduction to Vision Science

Different animals have different visual systems and so presumably have different ways of seeing. How does the way in which we see depend on the optical neural and motor components of our visual systems? Originally published in 1993 the mathematical tools needed to answer this question are introduced in this book. Elementary linear algebra is used to describe the transformations of the stimulus that occur in the formation of the optical neural and motor images in the human visual system. The distinctive feature of the approach is that transformations are specified with enough rigour for readers to be able to set up their own models and generate predictions from them. Underlying the approach of this book is the goal of providing a self-contained source for the derivation of the basic equations of vision science. An introductory section on vector and matrix algebra covers the mathematical techniques which are applied to both sensory and motor aspects of the visual system and the intervening steps in the mathematical arguments are given in full in order to make the derivation of the equations easier to follow. A subsidiary goal of this book is to demonstrate the utility of current desktop computer packages which make the application of mathematics very easy. All the numerical results were produced using only a spreadsheet or mathematics package and example calculations are included in the text. | Introduction to Vision Science

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The Science of Climbing and Mountaineering

The Science of Climbing and Mountaineering

This is the first book to explore in depth the science of climbing and mountaineering. Written by a team of leading international sport scientists clinicians and climbing practitioners it covers the full span of technical disciplines including rock climbing ice climbing indoor climbing and mountaineering across all scientific fields from physiology and biomechanics to history psychology medicine motor control skill acquisition and engineering. Striking a balance between theory and practice this uniquely interdisciplinary study provides practical examples and illustrative data to demonstrate the strategies that can be adopted to promote safety best practice injury prevention recovery and mental preparation. Divided into six parts the book covers all essential aspects of the culture and science of climbing and mountaineering including: physiology and medicine biomechanics motor control and learning psychology equipment and technology. Showcasing the latest cutting-edge research and demonstrating how science translates into practice The Science of Climbing and Mountaineering is essential reading for all advanced students and researchers of sport science biomechanics and skill acquisition as well as all active climbers and adventure sport coaches.

GBP 42.99
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Global Environmental Politics

Global Environmental Politics

Global Environmental Politics has provided an accurate up-to-date and unbiased understanding of the world’s most pressing environmental issues for thirty years. The eighth edition continues this practice by covering critical new developments in global environmental politics and policymaking. Updated case studies on key issues such as on climate change endangered species ozone depletion desertification whaling hazardous wastes toxic chemicals and biodiversity detail the ongoing development of major environmental treaty regimes and new case studies on mercury and marine biodiversity showcase the challenges of creating new treaties during a period of significant global change. There is also new material on the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development trade and environment and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on environmental diplomacy. Updated information about global environmental trends paradigms and actors completes this comprehensive introduction to contemporary international environmental politics. Global Environmental Politics is vital reading for students of environmental politics and anyone wishing to understand the current state of the field and to make informed decisions about which policies will best safeguard our environment for the future.

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The Mirror Neuron System A Special Issue of Social Neuroscience

The Mirror Neuron System A Special Issue of Social Neuroscience

Mirror neurons are premotor neurons originally discovered in the macaque brain that discharge both during execution of goal-directed actions and during the observation of similar actions executed by another individual. They therefore ‘mirror’ others’ actions on the observer's motor repertoire. In the last decade an impressive amount of work has been devoted to the study of their properties and to investigate if they are present also in our species. Neuroimaging and electrophysiological techniques have shown that a mirror-neuron system does exist in the human brain as well. Among ‘mirror’ human areas Broca’s area (the frontal area for speech production) is almost constantly activated by action observation. This suggests a possible evolutionary link between action understanding and verbal communication. In the most recent years mirror-like phenomena have been demonstrated also for domains others than the pure motor one. Examples of that are the somatosensory and the emotional systems possibly providing a neurophysiological basis to phenomena such as embodiment and empathy. This special issue collects some of the most representative works on the mirror-neuron system to give a panoramic view on current research and to stimulate new experiments in this exciting field. | The Mirror Neuron System A Special Issue of Social Neuroscience

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Global Environmental Institutions

Global Environmental Institutions

Global Environmental Institutions continues to provide the most accessible and succinct overview of the major global institutions attempting to protect the natural environment. Fully updated throughout to reflect the latest environmental issues the second edition includes substantial new material on developments in international agreements and how institutional mechanisms have evolved in the past 10 years including the creation of the new Sustainable Development Goals the Minamata Convention on Mercury and the Paris Agreement on Climate Change. This second edition maintains the clear structure of the first edition examining: • the underlying causes of global environmental problems • the creation of global environmental institutions • the effectiveness of action undertaken by these institutions. Providing an overview of the United Nations Environment Programme and the other entities within the UN that play important roles in global environmental governance it also examines institutions clustered by issue area introducing institutions that focus on protecting endangered species and biodiversity govern the ocean environment (focusing on the atmosphere) and regulate the transboundary movement of hazardous substances. Concluding with an updated chapter on emerging issues and future directions drawing on the latest scholarship in the field and written by an acknowledged expert in the field Global Environmental Institutions is essential reading for students of environmental politics and international organizations.

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High Performance Youth Swimming

High Performance Youth Swimming

High Performance Youth Swimming provides an in-depth view of the physiological biomechanical and multifaceted underpinning of swimming success with a focus on youth. Considerations of both growth and maturation processes and the intricacies of the swimming training environment are core throughout the book. Divided into sections on physiology of swimming motor control biomechanics and long-term well-being the book also includes chapters from international contributors on: Strength and conditioning Skill acquisition Overtraining Burnout Respiratory health This volume is for those interested in enhancing their art of coaching through a deeper understanding of the science of swimming including swimming coaches those who wish – and question how – to best support youth swimming performance or anyone interested in swimming science more generally.

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Brain Laterality Up Right Forward

Brain Laterality Up Right Forward

Brain Laterality answers one of the major questions we ask ourselves every day: where? The book provides a thematic comprehensive overview of the brain mechanisms that influence whether we go to the left or right on which side we stand and which hand we use. Covering a broad range of topics including handedness apraxia and motor control alongside theories of emotion creativity and genetics the book condenses a vast amount of research from multiple fields into a concise and entertaining read. Featuring anecdotes from the author's own illustrious research and clinical career this book is a must-read for psychology students neuropsychologists neurologists and anyone interested in the brain's role in handedness directional movement intention action and posturing. | Brain Laterality Up Right Forward

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Queerness in Pop Music Aesthetics Gender Norms and Temporality

Queerness in Pop Music Aesthetics Gender Norms and Temporality

This book investigates the phenomenon of queering in popular music and video interpreting the music of numerous pop artists styles and idioms. The focus falls on artists such as Lady Gaga Madonna Boy George Diana Ross Rufus Wainwright David Bowie Azealia Banks Zebra Katz Freddie Mercury the Pet Shop Boys George Michael and many others. Hawkins builds his concept of queerness upon existing theories of opacity and temporality which involves a creative interdisciplinary approach to musical interpretation. He advocates a model of analysis that involves both temporal-specific listening and biographic-oriented viewing. Music analysis is woven into this illuminating aspects of parody nostalgia camp naivety masquerade irony and mimesis in pop music. One of the principal aims is to uncover the subversive strategies of pop artists through a wide range of audiovisual texts that situate the debates on gender and sexuality within an aesthetic context that is highly stylized and ritualized. Queerness in Pop Music also addresses the playfulness of much pop music offering insights into how discourses of resistance are mediated through pleasure. Given that pop artists songwriters producers directors choreographers and engineers all contribute to the final composite of the pop recording it is argued that the staging of any pop act is a collective project. The implications of this are addressed through structures of gender ethnicity nationality class and sexuality. Ultimately Hawkins contends that queerness is a performative force that connotes futurity and utopian promise. | Queerness in Pop Music Aesthetics Gender Norms and Temporality

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Routledge Handbook of Communication Disorders

Routledge Handbook of Communication Disorders

The Routledge Handbook of Communication Disorders provides an update on key issues and research in the clinical application of the speech language and hearing sciences in both children and adults. Focusing on areas of cutting-edge research this handbook showcases what we know about communication disorders and their assessment and treatment. It emphasizes the application of theory to clinical practice throughout and is arranged by the four key bases of communication impairments: Neural/Genetic Bases Perceptual-Motor Bases Cognitive-Linguistic Bases Socio-Cultural Bases. The handbook ends with an integrative section which looks at innovative ways of working across domains to arrive at novel assessment and treatment ideas. It is an important reference work for researchers students and practitioners working in communication science and speech and language therapy.

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Lesson Plans for the Elementary PE Teacher A Developmental Movement Education & Skill-Themes Framework

Lesson Plans for the Elementary PE Teacher A Developmental Movement Education & Skill-Themes Framework

This new book provides PE teachers with practical lesson plans for teaching movement at every elementary grade level. The book’s movement and skill theme-based approach which differs from the typical activity-based approaches found in many schools helps students develop overall health and well-being regardless of sports interests and hobbies. Each lesson plan is broken down into subsections to illustrate the physical cognitive and affective benefits the central theme or concept to be explored the grade level and the equipment needed. By sequencing these lesson plans so that students develop general body awareness and coordination before finer motor skills—like throwing and catching—the author offers a model of PE instruction that will promote healthy lifestyle choices long after graduation. | Lesson Plans for the Elementary PE Teacher A Developmental Movement Education & Skill-Themes Framework

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Automotive Technician Training: Theory

Automotive Technician Training: Theory

Automotive Technician Training is the definitive student textbook for automotive engineering. It covers all the theory and technology sections that students need to learn in order to pass levels 1 2 and 3 automotive courses. It is recommended by the Institute of the Motor Industry and is ideal for courses and exams run by other awarding bodies. This revised edition overhauls the coverage of general skills and advanced diagnostic techniques and includes a new chapter about electric and hybrid vehicles and advanced driver-assistance systems. Information and activities are set out in sequence to meet teacher and learner needs as well as qualification requirements. The book has been written to be used on its own or as part of a blended-learning approach. It also includes links to interactive activities assessments and video footage on the IMI eLearning platform for which a separate subscription is required. | Automotive Technician Training: Theory

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DSM-5 Diagnosis in the Schools

DSM-5 Diagnosis in the Schools

This key resource helps practitioners optimize their diagnostic practices in PreK-12 settings. Now significantly revised for DSM-5 the book cuts through the overwhelming length and complexity of the diagnostic manual by focusing thematically on the most common child and adolescent concerns. Tips are provided for diagnostic decision making and coding and technical terms are demystified. Emphasis is given to using diagnosis as a foundation for effective intervention. The book highlights links to special education eligibility under IDEA and discusses ethical and professional issues in school-based assessment. New to This Edition *Revised throughout for DSM-5. *Restructured chapters on learning communication and motor problems; mood problems; anxiety problems; conduct problems; and impulse-control problems. *Updated content on IDEA 2004. *Notes encapsulating changes to each set of diagnostic criteria for those familiar with the prior DSM. *Author Commentary sidebars sharing clinical insights and experiences. | DSM-5® Diagnosis in the Schools

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