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The Book of Hosea: NICOT J Andrew Dearman Hardcover DJ Commentary

Book is in Good condition overall EXCEPT for Underlined text Throughout. Previously part of a ministers personal collection and will have Underlined text Throughout. Otherwise in Good condition showing minor wear and fading from age. No ripped or torn pages I could find. Please examine the photos for more details.

Understanding Microwaves 1993

“Understanding Microwaves 1993” by Allan W. Scott is a comprehensive textbook published by Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, John in 1993. It covers the subject area of technology and engineering, specifically focusing on microwaves. The book is written in English and is designed for adult and further education levels, offering detailed explanations and insights into the technical aspects of microwaves. With 544 pages, this hardcover publication also includes a dust jacket, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the principles and applications of microwave technology.

Understanding College and University Organization. Two-Volume Hardcover Set

Understanding College and University Organization: Theories for Effective Policy. Two Volume First Edition Hardcover Set, by James L. Bess and Jay R. Dee. Volume I: The State of the System & Volume II: Dynamics of the System. Like New Hardcovers with Like New Dust Jackets. This two-volume work is intended to help readers develop powerful new ways of thinking about organizational principles, and apply them to policy-making and management in colleges and universities. The book is written with two audiences in mind: administrative and faculty leaders in institutions of higher learning, and students (both doctoral and Master’s degree) studying to become upper-level administrators, leaders, and policy makers in higher education. It systematically presents a range of theories that can be applied to many of the difficult management situations that college and university leaders encounter. It provides them with the theoretical background to knowledgeably evaluate the many new ideas that emerge in the current literature, and in workshops and conferences. The purpose is to help leaders develop their own effective management style and approaches, and feel confident that their actions are informed by appropriate theory and knowledge of the latest research in the field. Without theory, organizational leaders are forced to treat each problem that they encounter as unique–as if it were a first-time occurrence. While leaders may have some experience with a particular issue, their solutions are usually not informed by the accumulated wisdom of others who have already encountered and resolved similar situations. The authors approach the theory of the organization and administration of colleges and universities from three quite different perspectives, or paradigms, each relying on different assumptions about the “reality” of organizational life in colleges and universities. The positivist paradigm–primarily an omnibus systems theory–integrates the chapters into a comprehensive, yet easily accessible whole. Social constructionism, the second paradigm, is introduced in each chapter to illuminate the difficulty of seeking and finding meaningful consensus on problems and policies, while also addressing important ethical issues that tend to be overlooked in leadership thought and action. The third paradigm, postmodernism, draws attention to difficulties of logic and communication under the constraints of strictly linear thinking that “authorities” at all levels attempt to impose on organizations. This “multiple paradigm” approach enables readers to become more cognizant of their own assumptions, how they may differ from those of others in their organization, and how those differences may both create difficulties in resolving problems and expand the range of alternatives considered in organizational decision making. The book offers readers the tools to balance the real-world needs to succeed in today’s challenging and competitive environment with the social and ethical aspirations of all its stakeholders and society at large. The authors’ aim is to elucidate how administration can be made more efficient and effective through rational decision-making while also respecting humanistic values. This approach highlights a range of phenomena that require attention if the institution is ultimately to be considered successful. About the Seller: The Friends of the Shorewood Public Library is a non-profit membership organization which supports the mission of the suburban Milwaukee, Wisconsin library. Member volunteers raise funds from book sales and other efforts to help the library purchase resources and sponsor special events for the community. eBay sales are among these fundraising activities. This eBay item was not in library circulation, but was donated by a reader ‘friend.’