Alan Graham Libri

The highly-acclaimed MEI series of text books, supporting OCR's MEI Structured Mathematics specification has been updated to match the requirements of the new specifications, for first teaching in 2004.

Focusing on enhancing understanding of statistical concepts, this comprehensive text delves into four central themes: description, comparison, interrelation, and uncertainty. It is grounded in research and aims to deepen awareness of how these statistical ideas apply in various contexts.

A bestselling introductory course, complete with exercises, that has been proven to help beginners or strugglers become confident in a short space of time.

Tapping into Mathematics with the TI-83 Graphics Calculator has been written for students who wish to learn how to use this calculator alongside relevant mathematical skills. The book takes a fresh approach to teaching mathematics, placing the Texas Instruments TI-83 machine at the centre of the learning experience. Students will find that learning mathematical principles in this way can be both exciting and fun. Topics covered include basic calculations, statistical analysis, plotting, graphs, functions, simple algebra, trigonometry and modelling. A wealth of examples and practice exercises reinforces the student's understanding of key concepts, while challenging puzzles and brain-stretchers encourage further exploration. Numerous screendump illustrations and key press instructions provide guidance and reassurance and enable the student to exploit the powerful capabilities of the TI-83. Calculator not included.

Alan Graham, recipient of numerous awards and the author of several publications, recounts the personalizing and professionalizing factors that go into making an educator in the modern social climate. With his unique perspective, he recounts happenings at an iconic place during pivotal times in the nation's history and the role these events are playing in shaping education and defining the modern American character.

What caused the five mass extinctions evidenced by Earth's geologic record? How human was the behavior of our Neanderthal ancestors? Who kidnapped Charles Lindbergh's infant son in what has been called "the crime of the twentieth century," and how could that perpetrator be found? Who or what was responsible for the crash of a small plane in Ruidoso, New Mexico in 1989, a question that became the basis for an important civil suit? In PLANTS AND CRIME, botanist Alan Graham describes key forms of plant evidence and explains how plant residues from seeds to wood have been used to answer those and other compelling questions. PLANTS AND CRIME also introduces Graham's fictional detective, John Ramming of St. Louis's Division of Criminal Investigation Services, the protagonist of Dr. Graham's mystery novels GATEWAY TO MURDER, SEASON OF DISCONTENT, and MASS EXTINCTIONS. Readable singly or together, the three novels and this companion volume offer a unique, informative, and entertaining perspective on botany and the often-surprising uses to which it can be put.

Struggling with the loss of her mother and an indifferent father, Amy has always yearned for connection and friendship. Her life takes a turn when she meets Pete, a compassionate university lecturer. What begins as playful banter between them evolves into a profound relationship, offering Amy the emotional support and understanding she has long sought.

In a gripping tale of survival and redemption, a chance encounter on a frigid winter night intertwines the lives of Tom, a grieving businessman, and a woman from Iraq, who is struggling to protect her daughter, Lena. As Tom contemplates ending his life, the woman intervenes, ultimately persuading him to return to his home for warmth. This unexpected meeting sparks a journey of healing and connection, revealing how two lost souls can save each other in their darkest moments.

n exciting junior secondary maths course catering for all abilities and designed to follow the principles of a direct and interactive approach.

The highly-acclaimed MEI series of text books, supporting OCR's MEI Structured Mathematics specification has been updated to match the requirements of the new specifications, for first teaching in 2004.