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Skinning and modding allow individual users to alter commercial computer software. These skills are typically used to create or modify objects or characters in a game setting. In Career Building through Skinning and Modding, readers learn that their skinning and modding skills are not only gaming skills but also career skills they can potentially ply in the digital marketplace.
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"Pay Attention, Youngsters" by GRIND MOGUL is a captivating and empowering guidebook designed specifically for youths aged 11 to 15. In this inspirational book, GRIND MOGUL masterfully navigates the world of education and skill-building, providing invaluable insights and practical advice to help young minds embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Through relatable anecdotes and engaging stories, this book serves as a compass, pointing the...
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Princess Diana lived much of her life in the public eye and suffered for it. She should not be remembered only for her fashion choices and her uncomfortable celebrity, but for her activism and generosity. Students will learn more about this fascinating and inspiring leading lady in this text that explores Princess Diana's life and her social achievements.
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Alcohol, tobacco, firearms, and explosives, these subjects make up the life's work of officers in the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The ATF, unlike the other federal law enforcement agencies, though, the ATF also oversees and regulates legitimate organizations and companies to make sure that criminals do not steal the kind of chemicals that can be used to make bombs. The ATF encompasses a wide variety of duties under the auspices...
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Readers discover what deflation is in global and national economies through accessible, easy-to-understand terms. They also learn how deflation is measured as well as how rises and falls in the Gross Domestic Product describe expansions and downturns in the economy. Japan's "lost decade" of the 1990s is used as an international example to illustrate how deflation affects people. Students investigate the U.S. economy by learning about fiscal policy,...
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Even in our "land of plenty," food insecurity and hunger are persistent problems. This book discusses the root causes of food insecurity in America, the groups most affected, and the best solutions for overcoming challenges, from community outreach to federal legislation.
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Today, more people than ever before are participating in the online world. It's relatively simple for anyone to create their own Web sites and blogs, post music and videos online, provide feedback on the sites they visit, and even help edit online encyclopedias. This book provides a clear and comprehensive guide to the vast world of user-generated information found online. The reader will be shown how to determine good information from bad, as well...
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The digital technology skills that teenagers are developing as hobbies can turn into professional opportunities. Today's culture is being enlarged and redefined by digital technologies. Among them are digital sampling and remixing, in which musical artists sample and remix existing materials as core components of their own work. Career Building Through Digital Sampling and Remixing explores the phenomenon and success of digital media in and of itself,...
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This book is designed to fully prepare and equip the student with the necessary learning tools in the English language required for his/her secondary education journey. Special emphasis is placed on vocabulary, grammar, memory, tenses, and punctuation with a view of moulding and shaping students with the perfect understanding of the Queen's language from the British perspective. In this regard each topic in this interesting book is purposefully laid...
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Fan fiction writing has been around for centuries, but has only just recently become a viable career option. Fans of some of the most popular works of fiction have been published or have found their own level of fame as authors for writing supplemental stories or novels as a tribute to their favorite work.
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Anyone with an internet connection has the potential to reach millions of people with a single message using Twitter. The 140-character updates and posts, called tweets, allow people to reach as many followers as they can get. Students can use Twitter to their advantage, far beyond talking about favorite sports teams or rock stars. They can use it for creative expression and academics, from research to reporting to a college search. Young entrepreneurs...
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Wikipedia-the massive, ever-expanding, and entirely free online encyclopedia largely written, edited, and managed by volunteers-has transformed the way people seek information. Many teachers and librarians scorn it, due to its entries' frequent errors and biases. An even-handed and realistic approach to Wikipedia is presented, acknowledging serious flaws and shortcomings as a research tool, while also explaining the value in it. The book addresses...
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Health care is one of the fastest growing industries in the nation as the population ages and health care needs increase. Vo-tech education prepares teens for employment and further education in this challenging and rewarding field. Today's vo-tech students can learn practical skills, obtain health care certifications, and even earn college credit. This unique resource enables readers to make informed choices about paths to a health care career, focusing...
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Since the development of the World Wide Web in the 1990s, humans have been living in the Information Age. That's why one important job in the growing field of information technology is that of database administrator (DBA). A DBA is responsible for storing, backing up, and making information easy to access, as well as ensuring its security. This title uses an easy-to-understand, straightforward approach to explore the tasks DBAs perform and the education,...
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This is a work of Tricktion, some truth and a lot of fiction Also, it is some truth and some fiction that has been tricked out to make it a more interesting read. Some of these stories I experienced firsthand, many of them I heard second, third, and even fourth hand, if there is such a thing. All of them have been altered if for no other reason than to preempt any potential lawsuits or even attempted murders if revealing some of them happens to really...
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With more than 2 million people behind bars, America's prison system is in crisis. Through this informative book, your readers will discover what happens when too many inmates are crowded into too few cells. Why is the system overburdened? What is being done to improve the situation? What more can be done future? Empower your students with the facts through this timely, relevant book.
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As the source of all beauty, God created Mary for His Son and us but also as the perfect example of true beauty, which comes from grace and virtue. Preteens will learn about Mary's life, virtues, and devotions while developing character-building qualities and discovering ways to enhance their beauty with modesty. In addition, the young ladies will learn how to establish a holy self-love, which leads to a beautiful life, giving glory to God.
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Everyone needs help and assistance from time to time. Whether you're experiencing a personal health crisis, need to do research for a school paper, or want to register to vote, there are resources in your community that can help. Find out how to stay safe and active and make the most of the community you live in. Combining practical content with visual appeal, the Life Skills Handbooks read more like magazines than books. These 120-page handbooks...
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Megyn Kelly possesses both courage and knowledge when it comes to uncovering the truth at the heart of today's issues. Leaving a successful legal career to pursue journalism, Kelly went on to host her own television programs and conduct interviews with celebrities and presidents alike. Despite challenging moments in her personal and professional life, she continues to demonstrate fortitude and a sense of humor. This book focuses on the experiences...
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Nearly every organization, business, and school has its own Web site. Many individuals have their own site as well. Readers who are interested in making their own Web site will find that the process of doing so draws on a number of different skills, and can be a valuable learning experience. This book introduces readers to the fundamentals of planning, designing, building, and publishing their own Web site. It simplifies complex concepts and encourages...
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