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Kaizen is a Japanese management philosophy that emphasises continuous improvement in all aspects of an organisation's operations. The philosophy can be applied to various industries, including manufacturing, service delivery, healthcare, education, and sports. Key aspects of the Kaizen approach include employee engagement, data-driven decision-making, and the promotion of standardised processes. By adopting the mindset of Kaizen, organisations can...
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Frequentemente llamado "El fundador de la filosofía moderna" y el "padre de la matemática moderna", René Descartes es considerado uno de los pensadores más importantes e influyentes en la Historia del Pensamiento Occidental, habiendo inspirado a contemporáneos y a varias generaciones de filósofos posteriores. Los expertos afirman que, a partir de Descartes, se inauguró el racionalismo de la Edad Moderna. En este valioso eBook, el lector podrá...
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In Seeking a Research-Ethics Covenant in the Social Sciences, Will C. van den Hoonaard chronicles the negative influence that medical research-ethics frameworks have had on social science research-ethics policies. He argues that the root causes of the current ethics disorder in the social sciences are the aggressive audit culture in universities and the privilege accorded to medical research ethics. Van den Hoonaard charts the unique history of research...
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In his magnum opus, the author delves into the complexities of John Locke's philosophy, offering critical analyses of twelve of his most influential works. From the foundations of empirical thought to the political theory that shaped the fundamental principles of liberalism, this book guides the reader through a fascinating intellectual journey. Each chapter is meticulously woven, unfolding like a tapestry that reveals the depth and ongoing relevance...
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Gran parte de nuestra labor como arquitectos radica en la responsabilidad que adquirimos con los edificios que diseñamos: cómo van a funcionar, cómo se van a mantener, cómo se van a operar... Sin embargo, existe un reto mayor que impone el proyecto a su autor, que lo desafía y pone a prueba su visión y experiencia, y es cómo se transformará este en el futuro. Cómo a través del tiempo, con el cambio generacional y cultural de sus ocupantes,...
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Stéphanie Gaudet est professeure titulaire et directrice du Centre interdisciplinaire de recherche sur la citoyenneté et les minorités (CIRCEM) de l'Université d'Ottawa. Elle travaille sur la participation sociale et politique, notamment celle des jeunes, les parcours de vie et la méthodologie qualitative. Elle dirige un projet de recherche partenariale (CRSH) sur les expériences d'éducation à la citoyenneté...
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In a world ravaged by a devastating virus, a young scientist named Maya discovers a hidden underground society thriving beneath the ruins. As she uncovers their secrets, she becomes entangled in a dangerous conspiracy that could determine the fate of humanity. With time running out, Maya must navigate treacherous alliances and confront her own inner demons to save the world from destruction. A thrilling dystopian tale of survival, betrayal, and the...
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Embark on a comprehensive journey through the intricate landscape of scientific thought in "Philosophy of Science: An Exploratory Journey". This in-depth guide takes readers from the rudimentary tenets of philosophy of science to the pivotal concepts that define and differentiate science from non-science.The book explores the fine balance between science and scientism, offering insight into the unique methodologies that shape scientific inquiry. It...
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Quantum physics has long fascinated scientists and the general public alike with its mind-bending theories and paradoxical phenomena. In "Quantum Worlds," readers will embark on a journey into the fascinating world of quantum mechanics and explore the cutting-edge research that is transforming our understanding of the universe.The book will introduce readers to the basic principles of quantum physics, including wave-particle duality, uncertainty,...
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« Plus de 26 années se sont écoulées et l'intuition est une question parmi d'autres qui m'interpellent toujours autant… Cela me rappelle lorsque j'étais étudiant en maîtrise de physique à Paris, j'ai dit à mon professeur… que je n'avais pas compris une théorie, il m'a répondu : "Moi non plus !". L'enseignant enseigne ce qu'il n'a pas compris et l'étudiant apprend ce qu'il n'a pas compris... »
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Go Beyond the Boundary of Science and Discover the Divine Source of Universal Information
Consider the complexity of information within our bodies and all other life on this planet, deliberately programmed into us by a powerful, all-knowing God. Engineer and author Dr. Werner Gitt has created a compelling argument in the evolution vs. creation debate with a groundbreaking technical exploration of the Theory of Universal Information. He refutes the...
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"The problem is not to find the answer, it's to face the answer." – Terence McKenna At school, you are taught "science". You are not taught the history of science, so you have no idea how science came to be the institution it now is. You are never taught the secret history of science whereby scientific idealism (based on the mind) could have become the orthodoxy, rather than scientific materialism (based on the body). In this book, we will show...
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Avec un regard « dans l'air du temps d'aujourd'hui », un commissaire de police pointilleux recherche dans la lecture de nos comportements passés… les signes de déviance… qui pourraient expliquer les bouleversements du présent. Sur la foi d'un témoignage tardif, sa recherche l'amène alors à s'intéresser à un ex-étudiant en architecture… aujourd'hui, monsieur tout le monde « architecte à la retraite » qui, à ses yeux, pourrait bien...
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Jusqu'en ces derniers temps, l'étude des mouvements et de leur rle dans la vie de l'esprit, sans être complètement oubliée, n'était guère en faveur. Les psychologues s'occupaient avec une préférence marquée des phénomènes intellectuels ou des états affectifs.
Le but de ce livre est d'appeler l'attention sur le rle prépondérant des éléments moteurs dans l'activité inconsciente de l'esprit, et nos remarques préliminaires n'auront...
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D'o viennent les rêves ? Pourquoi sont-ils incohérents ? Pourquoi prenons-nous les visions du rêve pour des réalités?
D'abord, on explique la production des rêves d'une façon bien simple : les rêves sont des sensations anciennes qui renaissent en nous, en se combinant diversement ; ce ne sont donc que des reflets confus de la réalité. Parfois pourtant, ils sont produits par une impression actuelle, que subit un de nos sens, à demi éveillé...
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La mondialisation qui a conquis notre époque suscite de multiples défis et pose de nouveaux problèmes à l'humanité. Il nous semble que pour faire face à ses enjeux, la solution est à chercher non plus dans la mise en cause de nos problèmes mêmes, mais au niveau fondamental de notre aventure en tant qu'êtres humains, précisément celui de la pensée, afin de les résoudre à partir de leurs racines. Dans cette optique, étant donné la reconnaissance...
18) Nature-Based Therapy: A Practitioner's Guide to Working Outdoors with Children, Youth, and Families
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Take advantage of nature's therapeutic benefits with this guide for counselors, therapists, and educators, who work with children, youth, and families.
The number of people seeking help for a wide range of mental health concerns is growing at an alarming rate. Unplugging from technology and reconnecting with the web of life is a powerful antidote to the anxiety and stress that tend to exacerbate so many of our mental health struggles.
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Simultaneously living through and sharing a conversation which the world is deprived of; not having the slightest idea that such a thing exists in us, let alone out there. The ambiguity of what HD is all about is intense enough for many to be shocked by it. Can we see this intensity for what it is rather than define it and explain it away? And maybe an organic process of redefinition starts to take place as we go along ~ AK Within a couple of weeks,...
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A Student's Guide to Philosophy examines these questions: Who is a philosopher? Can philosophical thought be avoided? What have philosophers written over the ages? And why should we care? In this critical essay, these and other questions are posed and answered by one of America's leading philosophers, Ralph McInerny of the University of Notre Dame. Schools of thought are examined with humor and verve, and the principal works of philosophers and scholars...
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