The 1980s and 1990s saw a growing interest in research and practice in information systems design and development from a human-centred perspective. This is an interest that is accelerated by the increase in organizations in which the human resource provides the means to key competitive advantage. This work is a compilation of contributed chapters by researchers and practitioners addressing the relationships between human activity, organizational issues and technology.

The relationship between religion, intolerance and conflict has been the subject of intense discussion, particularly in the wake of the events of 9-11 and the ongoing threat of terrorism. This book contains original papers written by some of the world's leading scholars in anthropology, psychology, philosophy, and theology exploring the scientific and conceptual dimensions of religion and human conflict.
Authors investigate the following themes: the role of religion in promoting social cohesion and the conditions under which it will tend to do so; the role of religion in enabling and...

'Themes to Inspire for KS3' covers the National Curriculum programme of study in religion at Key Stage 3 through an exploration of thematic issues and concepts. It covers all the major religions of Great Britain.

This innovative course gives you the flexibility to deliver lessons however you want - both thematically and/or by religion.

This title covers the non- statutory programme of study through an exploration of thematic issues and concepts. Engages all your pupils in their learning and enables them to progress with differentiated pupil centred activities and variety of stimulus material for each lesson.

First published in 1998, this volume's primary concern is to demonstrate how a metaphysics can be developed which enables us to make do in an uncertain world and to develop a pragmatic alternative to postmodernism. Opposing unificationist view of science, Clarke suggests, needs to be understood in the context of the perceived threat of metaphysical disorder. He explores this through issues including epistemology, fundamentalism, pluralism and idealisation and identifies a potential solution similar to the work of Otto Neurath.

Engage students with religion, philosophy and ethics at Key Stage 3 and encourage them to develop the skills they need to succeed at GCSE. This accessible Student Book is designed to provide a firm foundation for the reformed GCSE specifications, while still allowing you to teach a broad and balanced KS3 curriculum. - Easily introduce a new scheme of work for KS3 with this cost-effective, single-book course that provides 120 ready-made lessons that can be used flexibly over a 2-year or 3-year KS3 - Teach KS3 RE with confidence whatever your level of expertise; this structured course is...

Bring out the best in every student; enable them to develop in-depth subject knowledge with this accessible and engaging Student Book, created by subject specialists and covering the content your students need to know for the reformed specification in a single book. - Helps students of all abilities fulfil their potential and increase their understanding through clear, detailed explanations of the key content and concepts - Motivates students to build and cement their knowledge and skills using a range of imaginative, innovative activities that support learning and revision - Provides a...