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Tackling the broad range of allocation problems that actually confront engineers, programmers and analysts in today's business and industrial worlds, this book takes readers step-by-step through all the mathematical programming techniques--including the trailblazing Karmarkar algorithm--needed to excel in any operations research course. It's easy to see why the first edition of this invaluable study guide sole more than 35,000 copies! It cuts down study time while it builds essential skills.
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not enough.......2007-01-23
First of all, be careful, this is not a text book. It has a good presentation for problem solution. First, there are a some solved problems, then supplementary problems are coming. The answers of supplementary problems are at the end of the book.
This book might be useful for beginners. For every topic, there are easy problems, not specific problems similar to case studies. If you are over beginner degree, this book will not be useful for you. Especially, integer programming sections are not satisfactory. For instance, there isn't any facility location problem solution.
To sum-up this book may be useful for a beginner as a workbook.
Doubles as inexpensive textbook on operations research.......2006-04-15
Some of the primary tools used by operations researchers are statistics, optimization, stochastics, queueing theory, game theory, graph theory, and simulation. Because of the computational nature of these fields operations research also has ties to computer science, and thus this outline is useful to people from both fields. OR is concerned with optimization problems in which one seeks to maximize or minimize a specific quantity. The first part of this book is on optimization via linear, integer, and nonlinear programming. Next, network analysis is covered. Network analysis is the general name given to certain specific techniques which can be used for the planning, management and control of projects. Two different techniques for network analysis were developed independently in the late 1950's - PERT (Program Evaluation and Review Technique) and CPM (Critical Path Management). These techniques are also covered in the outline. The next subject tackled is that of inventory models - allowing shortages, allowing price discounts, risk conditions, etc., and their mathematical modeling. Game theory, decision theory, and dynamic programming are all explained in the context of inventory models and forecasting. Finally, there is coverage of Markov chains and queueing theory. Queuing Theory arises from the use of mathematical analysis to theoretically describe production processes along with statistical/probabilistic techniques to account for varying dynamic patterns within the stages of a productive process. The problem to be met is simply entitled "congestion", what happens when a system does not operate smoothly or efficiently.
I really liked this Schaum's outline, and I used it to teach myself most of the mathematical processes covered without the need for any additional resources. The theory is given in small doses along with very illustrative examples. The mathematics starts with simple algebra and works up to nothing more complex than probability and statistics. I highly recommend it for anybody enrolled in an operations research class as well as computer scientists and mathematics students that are studying any subset of the topics covered in this book.
Schaum's Outline of Operations Research.......2002-07-21
i found this book to be a very helpfull tool a long with my text book.it excels in its simplicity and a wide varity of examples and solved problems written in plain english.
hope you like it too.
thank you.
M. Madain.
Solved problems book.......2001-06-13
Originally the book of Richard Bronson(1982) was very useful for the solution of simple problems, then a difficult one, but it is always required a text book accompany this. The students of my classes need all the time solved problems to practice.
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Organizational Research Methods: A Guide for Students and Researchers
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This timely book provides the reader with clear pointers for how to conduct organizational research appropriately, through planning and making informed and systematic research decisions, from understanding the ethical implications of applied organizational research, to implementing, reporting and presenting the findings to the highest possible standards. It provides an overview of a wide variety of research strategies, methods of data collection (both qualitative and quantitative) and analysis in a volume accessible to undergraduates, postgraduates, and practitioners.
Organizational Research Methods also represents a useful aid to the report writing task, indicating ways in which the project material can be most effectively organized for academic and feedback purposes, and by drawing upon real life organizational contexts and examples to help the reader understand the core issues. Finally, the book offers a clear, manageable procedure for preparing a presentation to an academic or an organizational audience.
Providing practical guidance on all elements of the research process, this book will be essential reading to all undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as researchers in psychology, organizational studies, and management disciplines.
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An invaluable, practical guide for students & practitioners.......2002-07-08
Organisational Research Methods is an invaluable, practical guide for both students and practitioners in the social sciences. This book is particularly unique as it provides the theoretical/academic bases for research yet translates these into practical steps for how to undertake best practice research. The authors highlight a plethora of issues that researchers themselves may not have considered, and provide constructive advice for addressing each possible problem that may arise during the course of a research project. Based on their expertise and experience as both practitioners and academics, the authors provide helpful examples throughout the book that assist the reader in applying the knowledge directly to their own project.
Taking the reader step-by-step through all stages of conducting a research project, the book begins with an introduction to organizational research, followed by steps for applying social science to the `real world'. Readers are taken chronologically through the stages involved in a research problem, including: starting the project, project design, data collection and data analysis. The book is particularly valuable for students and practitioners as it goes beyond the traditional themes addressed in research books, and provides advice on practical issues that are rarely discussed. Such issues include: obtaining organizational access, sampling considerations, assessing performance in organizations and, of particular use to researchers relatively new to the field, how to report research findings for both academic publications and for clients. Each section is concluded with a number of key references for readers, and an extensive glossary ensures all terms are fully explicated.
Organizational Research Methods discusses both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Each method is addressed in terms of its appropriateness and usefulness for particular research questions. The ongoing question of `What is best practice qualitative research?' is addressed through discussion of both reliability and validity measures for different qualitative techniques, with guidelines for `how to' and `how not to' conduct qualitative research. Discussion of quantitative techniques is clear and systematic enough to be accessible to beginners, yet sophisticated and thorough to the extent that it additionally provides valuable advice for experienced quantitative researchers and statisticians.
This book is an invaluable resource to all students and practitioners in the social sciences. Addressing each of the core areas of organizational research, the authors successfully integrate the approaches adopted in both academic research and applied organizational study. With such a comprehensive picture of research methods, readers are immediately able to adopt this knowledge and expertise to conduct best practice organizational research.
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“The book makes a distinct and important contribution to the field by focusing on an important set of skills that is often only briefly touched upon (if at all) in courses or texts. SPSS users benefit from having solid familiarity with syntax coding in addition to being able to use the pull-down menus. A careful study of this book will help readers advance these important skills.”
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"Where was this manual when I was trying to learn SPSS for my dissertation after switching from MiniTab? It would have been a valuable tool to save enormous amounts of time. It is succinct and to the point."
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An Intermediate Guide to SPSS Programming: Using Syntax for Data Management introduces the major tasks of data management and presents solutions using SPSS syntax. This book fills an important gap in the education of many students and researchers, whose coursework has left them unprepared for the data management issues that confront them when they begin to do independent research. It also serves as an introduction to SPSS programming. All the basic features of SPSS syntax are illustrated, as are many intermediate and advanced topics such as using vectors and loops, reading complex data files, and using the SPSS macro language.
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• Overview of data management issues, with practical solutions
• A beginner-level introduction to SPSS and computer programming
• Many examples of SPSS syntax and annotated output
• Chapters on date and time variables in SPSS, missing data, nonstandard data files, and SPSS macro language, and random processes
An Intermediate Guide to SPSS Programming will be a welcome addition to advanced undergraduate and graduate statistics courses across the social sciences, education, and health. Professional researchers, data managers, and statisticians will also find this an invaluable reference for SPSS and data management.
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"Creighton’s descriptions of the applicability and helpfulness of statistics for educators is especially strong. His use of plain language and school-based examples is crucial."
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Improve instructional leadership practice with proven, easy-to-understand strategies for data-based decision making!
Since the first edition of
Schools and Data, the No Child Left Behind Act has swept the country, and data-based decision making is no longer an option for educators. Today’s educational climate makes it imperative for all schools to collect data and use statistical analysis to help create clear goals and recognize strategies for improvement.
Schools and Data, Second Edition, focuses on the relevance of statistics in the lives of principals and teachers. Real-life examples and step-by-step procedures for collecting and organizing data provide every school leader with the means to facilitate more appropriate and effective decision making. With a highly practical method for statistical analysis, this comprehensive yet reader-friendly new edition places special emphasis on:
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Packed with easy-to-follow instructions, illustrations, and real-world examples that educators can readily understand, this is an essential resource for school leaders who want to create meaningful, data-driven decisions!
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A 'must' for educators and administrators in school settings........2006-10-14
The second updated edition of SCHOOLS AND DATA: THE EDUCATOR'S GUIDE FOR USING DATA TO IMPROVE DECISION MAKING covers an area which is no longer optional for educators, providing analysis of statistics relating to data use in the schools of teachers and principals. Real-world examples accompany step-by-step procedures for collecting, organizing and using data to provide leaders with more effective decision-making tools. A 'must' for educators and administrators in school settings.
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Statistics 001: For Educators. .......2006-09-19
I taught a section on statistics to educators back in 2001 and the textbook we used was a "statistics without the statistics" coursepack which failed to satisfy anyone. I am certain, however, that if I had Dr. Creighton's Schools and Data, my students would have felt more comfortable and learned a great deal more. With its specific examples for the schools and lack of jargon this volume definitely fills a need in regards to ubiquitous Ed School quantitative research syllabi. It not only explains statistics like t tests, z scores, and correlation coefficients, but it also provides excellent rationale for where and how they should be used in our schools. Such illumination is most welcome as many teachers-to-be think statistical measurement is a waste of time. Dr. Creighton shows readers exactly how to use the SPSS and GB-STAT programs--down to the exact functions to enable and click--which will make performing calculations and determinations far easier than most people expect. We live in a time wherein the public is gradually starting to discover the importance of the phrase "research based" so a book like this is invaluable as a means to bettering the education of children as it helps to separate the good from the trendy when it comes to instructional method (not to mention all the other ways in which statistical analysis could improve the functioning of the schools as well). It was an excellent buy.
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Good Condition.......2007-09-27
This book was sent in a timely matter and was in the condition I expected it to be in.
Review for Doing Economics.......2006-11-16
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Endnote Made Easy: Reference Management for theProfessional is intended for healthcare professionals (physicians, nurses, managers, etc.) and biomedical researchers engaged in writing scientific manuscripts. It aids readers in gaining an understanding of the effective use of information technology in storing, managing, retrieving, and citing references in scientific writings. It also provides step by step instruction on using Endnote, a popular reference management software.
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not helpful and not up to date .......2007-03-25
First, this book has been published in 2006 but it is based on endnote 7. The current version is endnote ten (X). Moreover, the endnote help is clearer and very easy to use. In consequence, in my opinion, this book is not a good deal
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"This book is an essential tool in the effort to construct teaching on a foundation of thought and care. Rejecting the simple, connect-the-dots view of teaching so prevalent today, Nancy Dana and Diane Yendol-Silva invite us into a world of teaching that is deeply intellectual and fundamentally ethical. They show us how to achieve this, offering practical, concrete steps any teacher or group of teachers can decide to take as they work to transform what they already do informally and privately into something intentional, systematic, and public."
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"This thoughtful and well crafted guide to classroom research is, quite simply, the best book on the topic I have encountered. It is clearly written and jargon-free; it de-mystifies the process of discipline inquiry without sacrificing its complexity and power. I will use this volume in my graduate classes and recommend it to others."
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The how-to guide to educator research, from "Where Do I Begin?" to your published results!
Educator research and classroom inquiry are the gold standard for how the most highly qualified, committed, and passionate educators construct their own knowledge about teaching, learning, content, curriculum, classroom practice, professional growth, and social justice. This how-to guide to classroom inquiry takes educators through the process step by step, from beginning to end, answering critical questions on developing the research plan, collecting the data, analyzing the data, writing the results, and publishing the results. This is sure to be an essential guide for teachers, teacher trainers, teacher educators, and professional development schools.
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How do you start a research project? What are the hallmarks of a successful research project? These questions are answered in this practical step by step guide to doing a successful research project. This book systematically explains, in a clear and structured way, the theory of and approaches to research while at the same time helping the student//practitioner to develop the topic of their research and acquire the necessary research skills to undertake the successful completion of a research project. It encourages the formation of critical analysis,
rigour and independence of thought, fostering individual
judgement and skill in the application of research theory and methods. It also develops the crucial skills required in writing research proposals, reports and theses. The particular strength of this book
are the way it combines the explanation of practical and theoretical aspects of research directly with the progressive development of the reader's ideas about their individual research topic. It always refers to the researcher's subject of study - no dry
theorising which is difficult to relate to individual research interests. The book is divided into chapters with explicit objectives, requiring the researcher to apply the aspects of research they have learned in each chapter to the next stage in developing the proposal. It uses a direct approach leading the reader step-by-step through the book with engaging self assessment exercises to reinforce and develop understanding.
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Perfect tool.......2002-01-12
It is a clear outlined book with all the features of methodology you need. The authors elaborate about each subject in an understandable way. It is a good guideline for writing (doctoral) thesis or other academic paper.
They focus mainly on qualitative research but also the quantitative part is touched upon. If you are stucked during your writing proces this book can help, it give explicite examples how to handle things.
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Developing Organizational Simulations: A Guide for Practitioners and Students (Applied Psychology)
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This book provides a concise source of information on effective and practical methods for constructing simulation exercises for the assessment of psychological characteristics relevant to effectiveness in work organizations. Simulation exercises present the examinee with descriptions of complex situations that stimulate aspects of real-world settings and problems. Examinees are required to demonstrate overt behavior in handling the problems presented. The process and/or products of this behavior are observed by trained assessors who observe behavior, classify behaviors into relevant dimensions, and evaluate effectiveness. Simulations can provide assessments of abilities, skills, and competencies not readily measured by other testing techniques.
Developing Organizational Simulations provides practical guidance for defining the attributes to be assessed, constructing the stimulus material, and designing methods for administration and scoring. Several different situational exercises are presented,including business games, leaderless group discussions, in-baskets, one-on-one interaction simulations, and case studies/presentations. Steps to ensure the reliability, validity, and legal defensibility of assessments from simulations are described. In addition, the book presents the use of simulation exercises for the purposes of personnel selection, training, development, and certification. Professional standards and guidelines relevant to the construction of simulation exercises are also covered.
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good book and bad service.......2007-01-08
this is a wonderful textbook for learning
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