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Covers various aspects of introductory psychology.

A self-instructional guide for students who need additional help with calculus, or working professionals who need to brush up on the fundamentals.

Sharp minds like healthy bodies are subject to the same rule of nature: use it or lose it. And in our dollar-and-cents, virtual-banking, bottom-line world, where numbers influence every aspect of our lives, none of us can afford to let our math skills atrophy.

With the aim of making algebra fun to learn, this text allows readers to learn at their own pace, gradually building skills. The book contains self-tests, review problems and solutions.

This completely updated third edition of Electronics teaches you the basics of electricity and electronic components --- transistors, capacitors, diodes, resistors, and integrated circuits --- in a self-paced, self-instructional format, without assuming any prior electronics experience.

Provides step-by-step management techniques for resolving conflicts and defusing interpersonal problems that invariably arise in the workplace. This revised and updated edition now covers the latest management trends, including team building, self-managed work teams and quality control.

Quick Medical Terminology has long been relied on by students and medical professionals looking to build or update their medical vocabulary. This new Fifth Edition provides the tools and information needed to understand the simple logic behind hundreds of seemingly incomprehensible words, along with fresh exercises and current examples.

Part of the Wiley Self-Teaching Guide series, this book presents step-by-step methods for improving memory. Allowing readers to boost memory power and cultivate tools for remembering that will last a lifetime, this guide is the ideal accompaniment to any learning adventure.

Quickhand(TM) Now you can teach yourself to write high-speed shorthand using just the letters of the alphabet! Quickhand is a new, easy-to-learn, easy-to-use, practical shorthand for business, school, or personal use. In just a few hours, you'll learn to write words as they sound. (No more months of study.

All the statistics you need to succeed in the business world Business Statistics starts from scratch and plainly explains the basics of statistics as they apply to management, industry, and technology.

Maximize your effectiveness over the phone. Here is a, detailed selling system with all the techniques needed to grab the listener's attention over the phone-and avoid that awful click in the ear. Readers will discover how to determine product benefits and use this knowledge to sell.

From establishing goals and prioritizing to delegating effectively, this practical guide covers all aspects of time management. Charts, worksheets and graphs enable the reader to utilize time-saving technology to balance work, family and personal commitments.

Shows how to survive in college by providing the reader with a skills approach tailored to individual needs and interests. With this guide students will teach themselves basic strategies for improving reading, writing, listening, researching, test-taking and classroom learning skills. Conversational and entertaining, it provides clear explanations and exercises with immediate feedback. Practice exercises include typical textbook material.

German A Self-Teaching Guide Learn German at your own pace Sprechen Sie Deutsch? Now you can learn how--quickly and easily--with a practical guide that gives you the tools you need to speak and understand German.

The fast, easy way to master the essentials of Spanish Now, learning Spanish can be as easy as uno, dos, tres! Combining the quick- reference virtues of a phrase book with the learning tools of a full-fledged language course, this popular guide gives you a solid start.

The format of this text allows students to focus on the topics with which they have the most difficulty, and to refresh themselves on those topics which they have already grasped. Each chapter targets problem areas and supplies references for more detailed help.

Learn to speak French like a native with this essential guide Now you can teach yourself how to speak, write, and read French in just 15 easy-to-follow lessons.

Presents a step-by-step approach to do all kinds of business-math problems, including basic arithmetic, algebra, percentages, and conversions; specific, real-life applications such as figuring discounts, calculating simple and compound interest, reading balance sheets and income statements, and preparing graphs and charts; and, more.

Take a learning journey through billions of years of Earth history This indispensable guide to the fundamentals of geology is the ideal way to introduce yourself to all the basics, from rocks, minerals, and fossil fuels to earthquakes, volcanoes, and plate tectonics.

The theory behind this self-teaching guide is that learning to write and speak Standard American English (SAE) effectively is easier for those with a solid working knowledge of how and why our grammar works, than for those who merely memorize lists of rules.

Learn electricity at your own pace What makes a light bulb work? What overloads a fuse? How does a magnetic field differ from an electrical field? With Electricity: A Self-Teaching Guide, you'll discover the answers to these questions and many more about this powerful, versatile force that everyone uses, yet most of us don't understand.

A clear, concise overview of all major biological concepts and terms, and a study guide for any introductory biology class.

An accessible introduction for intermediate students of Spanish This companion to "Practical Spanish Grammar" is geared to those who already have a basic understanding of the language and are ready for intermediate-level grammar.

This indispensable guide to the fundamentals of physical geography introduces learners to all the basics, from latitude and seasonal changes to meandering streams and coastal processes. Using quick quizzes and self-tests to reinforce concepts, it walks readers across the globe, explaining the Earth's varied systems and cycles.

This revised guide to mastering an essential, but frequently, neglected aspect of communication provides step-by-step techniques for projecting interest, overcoming language barriers, interpreting body language, and asking constructive but non-threatening questions.

A complicated subject made simple. This resource takes all the basic concepts of an introductory physics course taught in high school or college and-using plain language, hundreds of illustrations, and colorful, interesting examples-brings them vividly to life.

This self-teaching guide focuses on grammar and vocabulary relevant to every day life and travel in Italian-speaking countries and features updated extensive vocabulary and culture notes. It also includes a pronunciation guide, appendices with grammar references, and an extensive glossary.

A practical, complete, and easy-to-use guide for understanding major chemistry concepts and termsMaster the fundamentals of chemistry with this fast and easy guide. Chemistry is a fundamental science that touches all other sciences, including biology, physics, electronics, environmental studies, astronomy, and more. Thousands of students have successfully used the previous editions of Chemistry: Concepts and Problems, A Self-Teaching Guide to learn chemistry, either independently, as a refresher, or in parallel with a college chemistry course. This newly revised edition includes updates and additions to improve your success in learning chemistry.This book uses an interactive, self-teaching method including frequent questions and study problems, increasing both the speed of learning and retention. Monitor your progress with self-tests, and master chemistry quickly. This revised Third Edition provides a fresh, step-by-step approach to learning that requires no prerequisites, lets you work at your own pace, and reinforces what you learn, ensuring lifelong mastery.* Master the science of basic chemistry with this innovative, self-paced study guide* Teach yourself chemistry, refresh your knowledge in preparation for medical studies or other coursework, or enhance your college chemistry course* Use self-study features including review questions and quizzes to ensure that you're really learning the material* Prepare for a career in the sciences, medicine, or engineering with the core content in this user-friendly guideAuthored by expert postsecondary educators, this unique book gently leads students to deeper levels and concepts with practice, critical thinking, problem solving, and self-assessment at every stage.