This work investigates the development of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners’ generic competence in reading, writing and translation within the particular Chinese classroom context. It provides a new perspective for the current teaching and research in reading, writing, translation within the EFL contexts and offers an insightful framework for pedagogical applications in language learning and teaching. Its findings will be extremely valuable not only in local situations, but also...

Taking an innovative look at Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), this practical reference fully covers new developments in SAR and its various methodologies and enables readers to interpret SAR imageryAn essential reference on polarimetric Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR), this book uses scattering theory and radiative transfer theory as a basis for its treatment of topics. It is organized to include theoretical scattering models and SAR data analysis techniques...

This book gives comprehensive introduction to the fundamentals, methods and applications of GNSS-Reflectometry (GNSS-R), including GNSS-R history, GNSS reflection signal characteristics, ground-based GNSS multipath reflectometry, interference pattern technology, delay Doppler map, space-based GNSS-R theory, ocean altimetry, hydrological remote sensing, vegetation monitoring and cryosphere remote sensing, etc. It well presents the current status and the latest application progress in this f...

Excellent reference outlining the technical basis and working principles of live-line working, with current application technology, tools and working methodsIntroduces live-line working technology for the operation and maintenance of medium and low voltage power distribution networks, covering both the methods and techniques of live-line working on distribution networks with O&M field practices and experiencesElaborates the technical basis and worki...

‘A dime a dozen’ as known in America, is perhaps equal to the English ‘cheap as chips’ but whatever the lingua franca of your choice in this series we hereby submit ‘A Rhyme a Dozen’ as 12 poems on many given subjects that are a well-rounded gathering, maybe even an essential guide, from the knowing pens of classic poets and their beautifully spoken verse to the comfort of your ears.01 - A Rhyme A Dozen - 12 Poems, 12 Poets, 1 Topic - Paintings - An Introduction02 - Portrai...

This is the first handbook to cover environmental sanitation and protection machinery in China. It introduces readers to seven main types of product, and addresses their selection, application and maintenance. It offers a valuable reference guide for engineers, technicians and managers in the fields of environmental sanitation and environmental protection, especially with regard to selecting machinery.

Johnny Saldaña’s unique and invaluable manual demystifies the qualitative coding process with a comprehensive assessment of different coding types, examples and exercises. The ideal reference for students, teachers, and practitioners of qualitative inquiry, it is essential reading across the social sciences and neatly guides you through the multiple approaches available for coding qualitative data.Its wide array of strategies, from the more straightforward to the more complex, is s...

For two years now I've been regularly blogging about ELT-related issues that have caught my attention. The topics have been loosely organized around the format of an encyclopaedic dictionary I'd published previously, called An A-Z of ELT. I've since clocked up over a hundred posts that in turn have attracted thousands of comments comprising I don't know how many tens of thousands of words.A couple of things that have emerged from this 'long conversation' are: (1) the same issues com...

State-of-the-art analysis of geological structures has become increasingly quantitative but traditionally, graphical methods are used in teaching. This innovative lab book provides a unified methodology for problem-solving in structural geology using linear algebra and computation. Assuming only limited mathematical training, the book begins with classic orientation problems and progresses to more fundamental topics of stress, strain and error propagation. It introduces linear algebra meth...

Photovoltaic Design and Installation For Dummies (9781119544357) was previously published as Photovoltaic Design and Installation For Dummies (9780470598931). While this version features a new Dummies cover and design, the content is the same as the prior release and should not be considered a new or updated product.The fun and easy way to get a grip on photovoltaic design and installationDesigning and installing solar panel syste...

Whether we grow up with one, two, or several languages during our early years of life, many of us will learn a second, foreign, or heritage language in later years. The field of Second language acquisition (SLA, for short) investigates the human capacity to learn additional languages in late childhood, adolescence, or adulthood, after the first language --in the case of monolinguals-- or languages --in the case of bilinguals-- have already been acquired. Understanding Second Language A...

Mechanics CollectionThis collection includes 14 of our training courses all within one book. You can easily use the bookmarks to navigate between each training course. This collection includes:- Auto Mechanic - Engines- Auto Mechanic - Electrical Systems- Auto Mechanic - Fuel and Exhaust Systems- Auto Mechanic - Clutches, Transmissions and Transfers- Auto Mechanic - Drive Lines, Axles and Suspension Systems- Auto Mechanic - Steering System...