The Straits of Malacca is one of the most important stretches of water in the world. Through its sea lanes have passed the ships of the major trading nations of the world. European colonialism from the 17th century onwards in the form of sailing ships gave it and the surrounding region significant geostrategic importance. Throughout the 20th century, the economic growth of South East Asia, built on trade and economic development, has continued to reinforce the importance of the Straits. This book is a study of the environment and development of the Straits. Taking an integrative approach, the...

Bullying in Secondary School is a practical guide to dealing with bullying in secondary schools. The authors examine the nature of the secondary school and the typology of the adolescent. They analyse key features of healthy (and unhealthy) schools, and suggest a whole school approach to bullying and other social problems that arise in the secondary school. They define the dynamics of bullying and make realistic suggestions for tackling this. Their suggestions are based both on student-centred responses as well as on programmes developed specifically to deal with bullying.

This book is an important and comprehensive resource.... It should be required reading in every secondary school' - "Liz Carnell, Director, Bullying Online

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This book is a practical guide to dealing with bullying in secondary schools. The authors present what we know about bullying, describe development issues for adolescence and discuss the social context of the school.

The book examines the nature of development and diversification in the oil and gas exports, development planners have sought to implement a range of strategies for diversifying the economy in order to secure sustainable levels of growth and development. As well as providing with an informed, up-to-date account of Bruneian economy and society, the book evaluates these strategies and assesses their impact on Brunei and on its place in Southeast Asia.