Books with author Eboch

"Restrictions on immigration and visitation have been in place for decades in the name of security and public health, but recently they have become a point of contention, particularly in the United States and many European nations ... Are travel bans such as Executive Order 13769 more about politics than security? A wide array of authoritative voices offers their perspectives on this timely and far-reaching debate"--Provided by publisher.

"Space missions were part of the mythology of the twentieth century oute space exploration has changed dramatically, including the exciting possibility of commercial space exploration. In this fascinating anthology, expert viewpoints explore the potential of space tourism, robot astronauts, and colonizing Mars. But is commercial space travel sustainable? Should average citizens take such risks to their personal safety? Is talk of commercial space exploration merely a gimmick, or is it the future? Experts disagree, but readers will be able to reach their own conclusions after reading the diverse opinions on the subject."--Publisher's description.

In this tech-obsessed day and age, there is no such thing as true security, unless you have no digital footprint whatsoever and live entirely off the grid. A smartphone, a laptop, an online shopping account, all of these things leave users vulnerable to data mining. The viewpoints in this resource debate data mining and whether it's a danger to society or, ultimately, a boon that will only help our technology-driven world grow more efficient. Readers will learn about the benefits of data mining as well as the pitfalls that come with security breaches.

"People with disabilities, both physical and developmental, are an often-overlooked segment of civil rights movements. In fact, these individuals are among the most powerless in our society, even with organizations and professionals dedicated to fighting on their behalf. The self-advocacy movement seeks to empower the disabled to take control of their own lives. Through education about rights, laws, and "the system," disabled adults and teens, as well as the parents of disabled children, can have agency over their lives. The viewpoints in this volume offer guidance and opinions from different perspectives."--Provided by publisher.

Mechanical engineers design machines to improve transportation, explore the solar system, and save lives. Mechanical Engineering in the Real Worldexamines the history of this branch of engineering, what mechanical engineers do today, and what's next for the field. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

Once we understand that gender is distinct from sex, a whole world of possibilities open up, along with the potential for confusion. Shifting attitudes about the roles of men and women have allowed younger generations to refuse to be pigeonholed into conventional gender norms. As a result, the 21st century seems ripe for a gender revolution. The viewpoints in this volume approach gender from a variety of perspectives, providing readers with food for thought about where gender comes from, how we can make sense of its importance, and where it might be headed.