Books with title Environments

This work is designed to improve exam performance by providing an extensive selection of case studies and the use of an enquiry-based approach. The series provides a range of ideal supplementary material for use alongside Key Geography, or other core textbooks. Teachers can be sure they are meeting all the current requirements of the National Curriculum and all major exam boards as the books take the requisite "Places and Cases" approach. The titles are both cost-effective and flexible, with a Teacher Resource Pack to support each Pupil Book. Pupils will gain an all-round comprehension of GCSE Geography through an integrated approach to the human, physical and environmental aspects of the subject.

"Raven's 8th edition of Environment offers more detailed content than the Visualizing text for a better understanding and integration of the core environmental systems and to view and analyze the role those systems play. Shorter, but still comprehensivecoverage focuses on ethical decision making and key local environmental science issues, requiring readers to think critically about the course material outside of the classroom. Other features include brief text in the comprehensive segment; extensive chapter pedagogy to help reinforce the systems approach; more opportunities to think critically about the how systems intersect and fit together; and new data interpretation questions at the end of each chapter"--

Careers in Focus: Environment, Fourth Edition explores 20 careers for anyone interested in this "green" field.New and updated job profiles include:-Air quality engineers -Ecologists -Energy conservation technicians -Environmental lobbyists -Fish and game wardens -Geologists -Hazardous waste management specialists -Land trust or preserve managers -Marine biologists -Park rangers -Recycling coordinators -Renewable energy professionals -Soil scientists -and more.

For over 25 years, the Greenhaven Press Opposing Viewpoints Series has developed and set the standard for current-issue studies. With more than 90 volumes covering nearly every controversial contemporary topic, Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications. By choosing from such diverse sources and including both popular and unpopular views, the Opposing Viewpoints editorial team has adhered to its commitment to editorial objectivity. Readers are exposed to many sides of a debate, which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. In short, Opposing Viewpoints is the best research and learning tool for exploring the issues that continually shape and define our turbulent and changing world.

For over 25 years, the Greenhaven Press Opposing Viewpoints Series has developed and set the standard for current-issue studies. With more than 90 volumes covering nearly every controversial contemporary topic, Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. Each title explores a specific issue by placing expert opinions in a unique pro/con format. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected and often hard-to-find sources and publications. By choosing from such diverse sources and including both popular and unpopular views, the Opposing Viewpoints editorial team has adhered to its commitment to editorial objectivity. Readers are exposed to many sides of a debate, which promotes issue awareness as well as critical thinking. In short, Opposing Viewpoints is the best research and learning tool for exploring the issues that continually shape and define our turbulent and changing world.

The new, full-color Environment examines 20 environmental careers for anyone interested in reducing pollution, saving land from development, utilizing renewable energy resources, or conserving natural resources.Careers profiled include:-Air quality engineers -Ecologists -Energy conservation technicians -Environmental engineers -Environmental lawyers -Environmental lobbyists -Environmental science teachers -Environmental technicians -Environmental writers -Fish and game wardens -Foresters -Groundwater professionals -Hazardous waste management specialists -Land trust or preserve managers -Marine biologists -Naturalists -Oceanographers -Park rangers -Recycling coordinators -Renewable energy workers.