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A contemporary evaluation of the history and present status of Southern Baptist Missions For more than 175 years the International Mission Board of the Southern Baptist Convention has been sending missionaries around the world to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ. It has also developed strategies and methods that have been adopted by numerous other missions groups. Make Disciples of All Nations tells the story of this groundbreaking organization, including its most recent developments. Besides recounting its historical development, the contributors to this volume critically evaluate the IMB's strategies and methods, as well as examine its controversies, regional developments, and organizational changes. The concluding chapter explores how Southern Baptist missions can best adapt to an era of global Christianity. Students, missionaries, and those involved in supporting them will be informed and encouraged by this account of one of the oldest and largest missions organizations in the world.

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Ha estado buscando aprender programaci n, pero no sabe por d nde empezar? Quiz s escribir tantas palabras y frases parece desalentador al principio? La sintaxis de programaci n es bastante dif cil, y para muchas personas se siente un poco m s all de ellos. Afortunadamente, hay una soluci n.Scratch es un lenguaje de programaci n visual. Esto significa que puede codi-ficar aplicaciones complejas sin escribir una sola palabra de texto. Eso tambi n lo hace ideal para ense ar a los ni os.Si intenta ense ar a sus hijos, por ejemplo, C ++, y comienza explic ndoles que "cin" significa pedir el valor de una variable ... bueno, pronto perder n inter s. Por otro lado, si comienzas con el atractivo visual de Scratch y les muestras que pueden hacer un juego lindo con solo un poco de esfuerzo, seguramente mantendr s su inter s.Por la misma raz n, Scratch es excelente si quieres comenzar por ti mismo. Puede ser dif cil mantener su propio inter s si su progreso es tan lento cada vez. Por otro lado, Scratch te inicia de inmediato.Si est buscando comenzar con la programaci n, entonces Scratch es su mejor opci n. Este libro le ayudar a presentarle todos los matices de Scratch, ense ndole todo sobre c mo fun-ciona, qu hace y c mo lo hace. Te guiaremos en cada paso del camino. Comenzando desde ... cero. Revisaremos la instalaci n de Scratch y configuraremos el entorno de programaci n para crear sus primeros programas simples.Si est s listo para comenzar con la programaci n y el uso de Scratch, o incluso si solo quieres aprenderlo para tus hijos, entonces vamos a sumergirnos

If you currently lead (or aspire to lead) a high-stakes organization, project, or facility, you need honest insights from people who have "been there and done that" in mission-critical roles. David B. Amerine's Push It to Move It: Lessons Learned from a Career in Nuclear Project Management is a vital resource that will provide you with a full appreciation for what it really takes to avoid large-scale problems or to recover from them quickly and fully when they inevitably occur. Learn first-hand from a nuclear industry leader about what it takes to bring out the best in yourself and others while operating inside an organization in the midst of crisis, evolution or change."A vivid storyteller and remarkable leader, Dave Amerine shares a compelling life story -- one that takes you on a journey linking his values and experiences to a life of service and admirable accomplishments. His commitment to excellence in his endeavors -- combined with personal humility, genuine esteem for others, and a penchant to leverage his life and work experiences as learning opportunities -- have enabled Dave to excel and overcome adversity. This must-read book shines a light on wisdom produced by knowledge and experience, and affirms the axiom, 'leadership matters '"-- Victor M. McCree, Former Executive Director for Operations, US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)Now in its 2nd edition, Push It to Move It dares to blur the line between moving memoir and practical business playbook. The perfect inspiration for new and veteran leaders in the nuclear industry or other high-stakes businesses, it appeals to a broad audience for its applicability across life stages and professions. It is a book of business lessons about leadership, project management, participative management, culture, and safety, and of life lessons about hard work, deep love, family, values, and service to the community."No one is more qualified than Dave Amerine to serve as an example to those who begin a career in the power industry. Learn] ... worthwhile lessons of the necessary work ethic, of which paths to take and to avoid, and of the importance of knowing the details, without ever losing sight of the big picture."-- Dr. Robert Iotti, Former Senior Vice President, CH2M Hill Nuclear Group, and Member of the Board of Advanced Reactor Concepts LLCFrom the Front Lines of the Nuclear Industry, Lessons on Leadership and LifeDuring his 45-year career in the nuclear industry, David Amerine saw (and often oversaw) it all -- the recoveries of multi-billion-dollar projects, the changing of cultures across troubled organizations, and the implementation of two major evolutions in human management: fitness for duty and the safety conscious work environment. What was learned and put into practice can be of benefit to any executive, project manager, or leader of complex projects or endeavors regardless of the size or nature of their operations. The challenge is to infuse the organization with a sense of purpose and commitment. To do this usually requires some significant change from the existing culture to new thought processes and guiding principles. This takes vision and leadership, and knowing what tools to apply and when to apply them.At the core of large-scale turnaround and transformation?CommunicationAccountabilityLeadershipIn this content-rich, first-person account of a distinguished career and a thoughtful life, David shares the lessons he learned -- about everything from leadership to sportsmanship, from project management to parenting.Heralded as a "must-read book for project managers."

Make the most of your data with Microsoft Power Bis data visualization tools Understand the business intelligence capabilities Power Bi offers: Build dashboards, reports and models and put your data to work.Power Bi is a cloud-based service provided by Microsoft to help you gain intelligent insight from your data. This guide is designed to help you understand what Power Bi is capable of, how to use the toolset to understand your data and produce reports. You will also learn how to build a dashboard and visualize your data, enabling you to make better decisions for your business.You will learn how to get data from different sources, how to clean it and how to design data models to explore your data plus well explore DAX formulas on your data to make it easier to work with.One of the key concepts of this book is data visualization and you will learn styles and techniques for digital storytelling. In short, this guide will take you step by step through Microsoft Power Bi, teaching you how to use your Power Bi environment to ensure seamless deployment, smooth data refreshes, and full security implementation.By the end of the book, you will have learned: What Power Bi is and how it works How to use Query Editor for transforming and cleaning data How to use DirectQuery and import options for data source connections How to build optimal models using DAX formulas and calculations How to design reports using visuals How to build and use a dashboard How to use Natural Language Queries How to use Power Bi Desktop And much moreDon't delay. Let your organization take full advantage of everything Power Bi has to offer by clicking the Buy Now button above.

Have you been looking to learn programming, but aren't sure where to start? Maybe writing so many words and phrases seems daunting at first? Programming syntax is quite difficult, and for many people it feels slightly beyond them. Luckily, there's a solution. Scratch is a visual programming language. This means that you're able to code complex applications without as much as writing a single word of text. That also makes it ideal to teach kids with.If you try to teach your kids, say, C++, and start by explaining to them that "cin" means asking for the value of a variable... well, they're going to lose interest soon. On the other hand, if you start with Scratch's visual appeal, and show them that they can make a cute game with just a bit of effort, you're bound to keep their interest. For the same reason, Scratch is great if you're wanting to start out yourself. It can be hard to keep your own interest going if your progress is so slow every time. On the other hand, Scratch starts you out immediately. If you're looking to start out with programming, then Scratch is your best bet. This book will help introduce you to all of Scratch's nuances, teaching you all about how it works, what it does, and how it does it. We'll guide you through every step of the way. Starting out from... scratch. We'll go over installing Scratch and setting up the programming environment, to making your first simple programs. If you're ready to start out with programming, and using Scratch, or even if you just want to learn it for your kids, then let's dive right in

Over the past four decades, policy makers and stakeholders have struggled with the challenge of promoting industrial development in low and middle-income economies in general, and in sub-Saharan African (SSA) in particular. With the rise of the Asian Drivers (China and India) and their increase in demand for raw materials to fuel growth, the turn of the millennium saw a commodity price super-cycle emerge, benefiting a number of resource rich countries in SSA. Faced with the specter of the Resource Curse, this book examines an industrial pathway where countries can "Make the Most of Commodities." Bringing together ground-breaking research in the commodity sectors, this book uses case-studies to explore conduits for industrial development, focusing on backward and forward linkages, with policy advice for both governments and corporate sectors.

CONCISE DICTIONARY OF SOCIAL AND CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY CONCISE DICTIONARY OF SOCIAL AND CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY “The Concise Dictionary of Social and Cultural Anthropology will provide invaluable assistance to anthropological researchers both old and new. It provides an authoritative single point of reference to the wide range of technical terms that professional anthropologists are expected to understand.” David Zeitlyn, Oxford University The Concise Dictionary of Social and Cultural Anthropology is an accessible, hands-on guide to the hundreds of terms the student of anthropology and the general reader will encounter in dealing with anthropological and ethnographic literature. It includes related terminology from allied fields such as sociology, economics, and geography. The focus is on key concepts in anthropology, with a number of biographies included to identify influential figures who have formulated central theories and conducted the most famous field research within cultures around the world. Extensive bibliographical references provide pointers for further research. Anthropology is a relatively young discipline with a complex history. Anthropological research encompasses hundreds of cultures and provides a valuable perspective on an increasingly globalized world. Written by a researcher and librarian expert in the fields of social and cultural anthropology, this Concise Dictionary offers an invaluable reference to the terminology and accomplishments of this far-reaching and diverse field.

CONCISE DICTIONARY OF SOCIAL AND CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY CONCISE DICTIONARY OF SOCIAL AND CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY “The Concise Dictionary of Social and Cultural Anthropology will provide invaluable assistance to anthropological researchers both old and new. It provides an authoritative single point of reference to the wide range of technical terms that professional anthropologists are expected to understand.” David Zeitlyn, Oxford University The Concise Dictionary of Social and Cultural Anthropology is an accessible, hands-on guide to the hundreds of terms the student of anthropology and the general reader will encounter in dealing with anthropological and ethnographic literature. It includes related terminology from allied fields such as sociology, economics, and geography. The focus is on key concepts in anthropology, with a number of biographies included to identify influential figures who have formulated central theories and conducted the most famous field research within cultures around the world. Extensive bibliographical references provide pointers for further research. Anthropology is a relatively young discipline with a complex history. Anthropological research encompasses hundreds of cultures and provides a valuable perspective on an increasingly globalized world. Written by a researcher and librarian expert in the fields of social and cultural anthropology, this Concise Dictionary offers an invaluable reference to the terminology and accomplishments of this far-reaching and diverse field.