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      By Dartnell, Lewis
       2011., Rosen Pub. Call No: 576.8 DAR    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Series Title: Contemporary issuesSummary Note: This book is an introduction to contemporary issues involving finding life beyond Earth, discussing the possibility of organisms on other worlds, the origins of life on Earth, evidence for liquid water on planets, devastating mass extinctions on Earth, and stars that possess a system of planets.
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      By Havelka, Jacqueline
       [2022]., Adolescent, Mason Crest Call No: 362.1962 414    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: "The most devastating virus to affect humanity in a century, SARS-CoV-2 went from a curious new disease to a global pandemic within the span of weeks. The global system made it possible for COVID-19 to spread to nearly every country in the world within a month, at which point the virus devastated healthcare systems, paralyzed national economies, and contributed to social unrest and instability. Mask mandates, vaccination, and other issues relevant to the COVID-19 pandemic are explored in this book"--Provided by publisher.
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      By Nicole, Ashley
       [2020]., Specialized, Mason Crest Call No: 345 .05    Click here to read this eBook Username onondaga Password student Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: "The criminal justice system in the United States is highly complex, and includes both the activities of law enforcement officers as well as court proceedings. Often, social and economic factors come into play in the arrests, trials, and rehabilitation of Americans, and many people recognize that there are problems with the system. This book explores whether bias based on race, sexuality, gender, and/or socio-economic status exists in the courtroom and in law enforcement, and discusses the pros and cons of the death penalty and criminal justice reform"--Back cover.
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      By Lewis, James R
       c1998., ABC-CLIO Call No: 291 Lew    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Series Title: Contemporary world issuesSummary Note: Presents an overview of the controversy about cults in America, discussing some of the many groups and movements that have been involved in the conflict; and includes discussion of the history of the dispute, a chronology, and a sample set of primary documents related to the issue.
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      By Berne, Emma Carlson
       c2007, Greenhaven Press Call No: 616.85 27    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s)Table of contents only Series Title: Contemporary issues companionSummary Note: Contains eighteen essays that provide information on depression, discussing the seriousness of the illness, its link to suicide, postpartum depression, deep brain stimulation, psychotherapy, the history of antidepressants, and more.
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      By Reyhner, Jon Allan
       2006., Chelses House Publishers Call No: 306.44 REY    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Series Title: Contemporary Native American issuesSummary Note: Presents a comprehensive history of the U.S. government's Indian education policy and issues that have affected Native Americans including assimilation and loss of native culture and tradition, language study and teaching, multicultural and bilingual education, and more.
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      By Nicole, Ashley
       2020., Mason Crest Publishers Call No: 370.973 NIC    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Series Title: Contemporary issues.Summary Note: This book explores major issues in education today, including the pros and cons of the Common Core curriculum, the benefits of charter schools, and the effectiveness of standardized testing.
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      -- Entertainment & video games
      By Bryn, Abby
       [2022]., Adolescent, Mason Crest Call No: 303.6 0835    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Series Title: Contemporary issues (Mason Crest Publishers)Summary Note: "Video games and entertainment media are meant to be fun, but games and television shows have also been no stranger to controversy. Politicians, teachers, and parents groups have accused them of glorifying violence, leading to a sedentary lifestyle, and other issues. Others note the potential benefits of entertainment media. The discussion is not clear-cut, and as such, the consensus can be difficult to grasp. This book aims to provide much-needed perspective " -- Back cover.
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      By DeCarlo, Jacqueline
       2011., Rosen Pub Call No: 335.4 DEC    Availability:1 of 1     At Location(s) Series Title: Contemporary issuesSummary Note: This book is an introduction to contemporary issues about fair trade and how trade influences our lives, discussing exploitative middle men, values-based choices, fair trade principles and practices, the complex problems of poverty, and changes in international trade.