Aristotle's teaching on the subject of happiness has been a topic of intense philosophical. Did he hold that happiness consists of the exercise of all the virtues, moral and intellectual, or that supreme happiness is to be found only in the practice of philosophical contemplation? The question is vital to the relevance of his ethics today. Anthony Kenny helped to set the terms of the debate a quarter of a century ago. Later, in his book The Aristotelian Ethics, he argued that Aristotle's Eudemian Ethics has no less claim than the better-known Nicomachean Ethics...

 

 

Synopsis
'From page one the appeal of the book is evident in the jargon free, user friendly text. I would not hesitate to recommend it to other students whatever stage of their doctorate they have reached.' - Educate Journal Whether you undertaking a taught doctorate, or a course of study leading to a PhD, this book offers complete, up-to-date guidance and discussion on all aspects of successful doctoral work. The five experienced authors give advice on every stage in the process of completing a doctorate, from helping you to engage in critical reflection to better understand your own research biases, to useful guidelines on preparing for, and surviving, the viva. Combining general discussion with practical advice, this book is an essential companion to your research. Topics include: Preparing for a doctorate Embarking on your Research Adapting to life as a student Working with a supervisor Reading critically Conceptualising your research Thinking about methodologies and approaches Producing a thesis Preparing for and taking the viva Disseminating your research.

Synopsis
"Academic Writing and Publishing" will show academics (mainly in the social sciences) how to write and publish research articles. Its aim is to supply examples and brief discussions of recent work in all aspects of the area in short, sharp chapters. It should serve as a handbook for postgraduates and lecturers new to publishing. The book is written in a readable and lively personal style. The advice given is direct and based on up to date research that goes beyond that given in current textbooks.

Basic Skills for Homeschooling is a complete overview of the issues surrounding homeschooling through the formative years. This book is designed to provide parents with the information, suggestions, and supplementary lessons they need to be a more effective teacher to their home-middle-schooler.
Offering an overview of the academic goals for middle school, the book presents a breakdown of reading, writing, listening, and speaking for socialization, information and understanding, critical analysis and evaluation, literary response, and expression.
The book also tutors mathematics, including all the basics, operations and number concepts, fractions and decimals, exponents and roots, algebra (covered in six lessons), and much more.
A guide to essential resources completes the book, including the best magazines, books, CD-ROMs and websites for parents and their home learner.

Core science concepts reviewed for success in medical programs and the USMLE
-structured by organ system
-Chart, pictures, diagrams, and lists to supplement science concepts
-Foundation skills from biology, chemistry, and physics
-Supplementary online material including:
-Eight different online exercises (labeling, reaction speed, separating, synaptic match, shooting game, flash cards, multiple choice questions) to test your knowledge of basic science concepts.
-The scoring method for the online exercises features a personalized learning ""matrix,"" providing a visual snapshot of your strengths and weaknesses. (The matrix organizes exercises according to either discipline or organ system.)