WITS: The 'Open' Years

WITS: The 'Open' Years

Author: Bruce Murray

Publisher: NYU Press

Published: 2022-09

Total Pages: 448

ISBN-13: 1776148126

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This second volume by Bruce Murray looks at Wits University's role in South Africa's war effort, its contribution to the education of ex-volunteers after the war, its leading role in training job-seeking professionals, the rise of research and postgraduate study and the University's defence to preserve its 'open' status.


Continuing Professional Development - Preparing for New Roles in Libraries: A Voyage of Discovery

Continuing Professional Development - Preparing for New Roles in Libraries: A Voyage of Discovery

Author: Paul Genoni

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter

Published: 2006-05-02

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13: 3598440162

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Librarians and information workers the world over are faced with the constant challenge of remaining abreast of developments in their field. Rapid changes in technology and workplace roles threaten to make their skills obsolete unless they undertake constant professional development. This international collection presents a comprehensive overview of current continuing professional development theory and practice for those who manage and work in library and information services. Papers by academics and practitioners describe numerous innovative responses to emerging continuing education and training needs, including workplace learning; individual learning and learning organisations.


Her Wits about Her

Her Wits about Her

Author: Denise Caignon

Publisher: Harper Perennial

Published: 1987

Total Pages: 360

ISBN-13:

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Her Wits About Her offers the vibrant, empowering message that women can fight back, and do so effectively. Common media stories often reinforce the myth that women are helpless and should not defend themselves. Yet current research shows that women who resist do get away and often escape injury.


The Vienna Coffeehouse Wits, 1890-1938

The Vienna Coffeehouse Wits, 1890-1938

Author: Harold B. Segel

Publisher: Purdue University Press

Published: 1993

Total Pages: 424

ISBN-13: 9781557530332

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Segel's extensive introduction provides a wealth of information concerning the social, political, and cultural background of turn-of-the-century Vienna. The eight artists assembled here are concerned with their world, Austria and particularly Vienna. They exchange ideas, argue, gossip, tell stories, read each other's works and even write in the coffeehouse.


Wits Guts Grit

Wits Guts Grit

Author: Jena Pincott

Publisher: Chicago Review Press

Published: 2018-04-01

Total Pages: 179

ISBN-13: 1613736916

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What if memory and learning could improve after eating certain foods—such as blueberries—high in plant chemicals called flavonols? What if primal ways of moving the body strengthen kids' working memory and mental flexibility? What if receiving the right types of touch translate into better emotional control and self-regulation? These and many more questions led Pincott to simple, all-natural "biohacks"—or experiments inspired by current research and theory—complete with instructions on how to undertake them to help your own children strengthen their wits, guts, and grit.


All Under Heaven

All Under Heaven

Author: Darryl Accone

Publisher: New Africa Books

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 300

ISBN-13: 9780864866486

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History of the author's family who emigrated from China in 1911 and settled in South Africa. Their family name was Fok. It was probably changed by immigration officials when they arrived.


PC Mag

PC Mag

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1991-02-26

Total Pages: 490

ISBN-13:

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