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2020., Greenhaven Pub. Call No: 307.7 0973 Edition: 1st ed. Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Series Title: Introducing issues with opposing viewpoints.Summary Note: "The divisive 2016 presidential election suggested the presence of a rift between residents of urban areas and those in rural communities, with fundamental differences in beliefs and values between the two. While the election spurred renewed interest in this divide, the divergence in the perspectives and priorities of urban and rural communities has existed throughout American history. This volume explores how the urban-rural divide came to exist, as well as how it impacts politics, whether technology has decreased or increased this sense of division, and what-if anything-can be done to unify Americans"--Provided by publisher.
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[2018]., Juvenile, Enslow Publishing Call No: 305.2 HEI Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Millennials are much discussed and debated by the public, media, and government, with many competing ideas about the age group. Including those born between the mid-1980s and early 2000s, the generation is sometimes seen as entitled and lacking in work ethic, while others feel they have proven themselves as innovative and forward thinking. Today, as millennials enter the workforce and begin shaping the future of the country, understanding how they fit into society is extremely important. In this book, arguments about millennials written by experts, researchers, politicians, and others will be laid out side by side so that students can form their own opinions not only about this critical generation, but about how society confronts change and generational differences.
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[2018]., Juvenile, Enslow Publishing Call No: 305.42 HEI Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: While awareness of sexual harassment and gender-based violence has increased in recent years, there is still much debate about what constitutes harassment, what motivates gender violence, and how best to combat both issues. The impact of this particular kind of aggression is real; it impacts the ability of women and other victims to go to school or work safely, and leaves many either dead or forced to live with long-term emotional or physical effects. This book explores the many facets of the conversation surrounding sexual harassment and gender violence, so that students understand the causes, forms, and impact of these two interconnected issues.
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2018., Juvenile, Enslow Publishing Call No: 305.42 HEI Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s)Click here to watch Series Title: Analyzing the issues.Summary Note: Explores what constitutes sexual harassment and gender violence and how the debate is viewed from a variety of perspectives, including academics and researchers, politicians, courts, advocacy organizations, the media, and ordinary citizens.
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2018., Juvenile, Enslow Publishing Call No: 378.73 HEI Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Today, it may seem like the college admissions process has become more inflated and difficult to navigate than ever before. Many parents have become vocal about the standardized testing and college preparation that begins as early as elementary school. In fact, some families hire advisors to help their children chart a path to the most prestigious schools when they are barely teenagers. This text examines the historical college admissions process and where we are today through the thoughtful analysis of researchers, politicians, officials, and ordinary people in order to show students all sides of this often high-stress topic.
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[2018]., Cavendish Square Publishing Call No: 325.73 HEI Availability:1 of 1 At Location(s) Summary Note: Wars, political oppression, and natural disasters are just a few of the reasons that people are forced to leave their homes in search of a new future. This book sheds light on what it's like to be a young refugee, including what day-to-day life looks like as a displaced teen in places like Greece, Jordan, Darfur, and more. Case studies detail the specific circumstances that lead to displacement today, presenting a comprehensive, relatable, and empathetic look at one of the modern world's most pressing problems.
