This post is about the new edition of a popular Structural Engineering textbook. 

The 10th edition of this popular text introduces, clarifies and expands on the course concepts with a focus on problem-solving and practical application

• Reinforcing the importance of modeling a structure so it can be used in computer analysis.
• A new discussion of catenary cables.
• Further clarification for drawing moment and deflection diagrams for beams and frames.
• New two-color art and photorealistic illustrations representing the 3-D nature of structural engineering
• Preliminary problems – simple applications of concepts that help students develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills, so they can apply theory to realistic practical situations.
  

 

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Mastering Engineering used in a flipped classroom approach to support student success

Students at the Vanderbilt University, USA performed better on exams, which were 90 percent problems, after Mastering pre-lecture homework was implemented. The tutor used class time to address learning gaps, answer specific questions and focus on enhancing students’ problem-solving abilities. Additional post-lecture homework gave students more opportunities to develop the skills needed to succeed. Students who were assigned Mastering Engineering pre-lecture homework had higher exam averages than those who were assigned only post-lecture homework.

 

Figure 1. Average Exam Scores, Fall 2013 (n=50) and Fall 2014 (n=88); Err Bars = Stand Err; *p<.05 (Note: In Fall 2014, pre-lecture assignments were added after exam 1.)

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We hope that you’ll choose Hibbeler and Mastering Engineering for your next Structural Analysis course.

 

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MyLab and Mastering, our popular online homework, tutorial and assessment platforms, are enabling instructors across the Middle East region to support student learning and achievement.

 

With the diverse range of digital content and course management features available, they can be used very flexibly by instructors to plan sessions, set and grade assignments, assess levels of understanding and encourage classroom discussion and collaboration. Students benefit from quiz-based learning, self-testing and other tools that they can use – both in class and in their own study time – to optimize their learning. Mastering has been designed for Science and Engineering subjects, while MyLab supports a range of other course areas including maths and business. 

This blog discusses the experiences of The Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST), Abu Dhabi University and Prince Sultan University using MyLab Math and Mastering Physics.

MyLab and Mastering offers a wide range of tools – here’s how they’re being used by lecturers

The Math Foundation Unit (GUST) instructors set homework and also use the Study Plan / QuizMe features, practice exercises and tests within MyLab Math – both inside and outside the classroom.  The self-study and assignment activities help students to understand elementary arithmetic and the fundamentals of algebra. This gives them a strong mathematical foundation for success in their academic careers. The instructors have observed an increase in student engagement stating, “MyLab Math has promoted cognitive engagement, thus enabling the students to foster a sense of competence in the learning activities and assigned activities.”

Dr Sofiane Grira (Abu Dhabi University) encourages his Calculus II students to use MyLab Math to build a strong foundation of mathematical skills. Using eText, live class, study plans, videos, quizzes and online homework assignments, the students gain a deep understanding of transcendental functions, integration techniques and infinite series. They also engage more in class discussions and develop their independent learning and writing skills.

Dr Elham Dannoun (Prince Sultan University) uses Mastering Physics to set regular homework assignments and her students benefit from access to the eText and relevant videos. The course aims to increase students’ understanding of how technological advances and industry change can lead to improved quality of life and explore how science-based issues influence the global future. Dr Dannoun feels Mastering Physics is an asset to her course.

In all cases, in-class discussions and the activities (exercises, quizzes and homework) contribute to final grades. Assignments vary from being due before or after a class (to demonstrate embedded learning) and being completed either within or outside the classroom.

 

Overall experience and perception of MyLab and Mastering

These instructors find the MyLab or Mastering products invaluable for their students’ learning experience. They agree that the tools really support student engagement, learning and achievement, are easy to access, intuitive to use and add value to their courses.  They find the products easy to implement and say the technical guidance they receive from Pearson’s local account managers and customer support team is excellent.

 

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• MyLab Math, Gulf University for Science and Technology (PDF | 126.98 KB)
• MyLab Math, Abu Dhabi University (PDF | 141.31 KB)
• Mastering Physics, Prince Sultan University (PDF | 132.62 KB)

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This post is about the new edition of a popular Digital Marketing textbook. This streamlined seventh edition provides full, practical guidance on optimizing digital media and technology for integrated, multichannel marketing.

It links marketing theory with practical business experience through:

• case studies from cutting edge companies, including ASOS, Spotify, Zappos
• ‘Essential Digital Skills’ boxes that help develop key skills for the workplace
  
• best practice frameworks for digital marketing strategy
  
• key digital marketing techniques including search marketing and conversion optimization
  
• tips for success in social media communications – Twitter, Facebook etc
  

Students and graduates will benefit from the theoretical and practical insight of the latest edition of this world-leading digital marketing text.

Why do instructors choose this textbook?
David Edmundson-Bird, Principal Lecturer in Digital Marketing at Manchester Metropolitan University says

“I have used this book in all its editions since first publication...It is a core text for all the students, because it provides the detail they require at an academic level. No other text comes close and literally thousands of our graduates have benefitted from it in their subsequent careers: written by the specialist for the specialist."

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Request your sample copy today by emailing asktheHEteam.middleeast@pearson.com with the ISBN 9781292241579 and providing your contact details.

We hope that you’ll choose Chaffey & Ellis-Chadwick’s Digital Marketing textbook for your next course.

 

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This post is about the new edition of a popular economics textbook. In a world full of volatility, uncertainty and conflicting approaches, Sloman’s Essentials of Economics looks at the key economic issues of today and helps students make sense of them.

 

Fully updated with:

• new examples
• an enhanced discussion of behavioural economics
• policy, including analyses of the implications of the Brexit vote and of various economic policies pursued by the Trump administration
• and more!

Engage students with economics news
The news blog helps students keep up-to-date with current issues in economics through regularly-updated links to a range of articles, videos, podcasts, data and reports: www.pearsoned.co.uk/sloman

Driving positive student outcomes
Combining this text with MyLab™ Economics, our leading online homework and assessment system allows you to reach every student. MyLab personalizes the experience, helping students learn, practice and get results in the course.

Around the world instructors see positive outcomes with MyLab Economics

University of Wisconsin
MyLab Economics was used as a preparation tool in order to engage students with learning and embed learning on a Principles of Macroeconomics course at University of Wisconsin, USA. MyLab Economics was shown to have a positive impact on learners and the study also demonstrated that use of the programme had an impact on student grades.

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We hope that you’ll choose Sloman, plus interactive learning with MyLab Economics, for your next course.

 

 

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This post is about the new edition of a popular A&P textbook. Instructors choose Marieb’s Human Anatomy & Physiology for its engaging, conversational writing style, easy-to-follow figures, and its unique clinical insights.

In this new edition we’ve added lots more learning support tools to help students understand key concepts, from extra figures and illustrations to a wider range of videos and animations.

Driving positive student outcomes

Combining this text with Mastering™ A&P, our leading online homework, tutorial and assessment system allows you to reach every student. Mastering personalizes the learning experience and improves results for each student.

Around the world instructors see positive outcomes with Mastering A&P

Lipscomb University
At Lipscomb University, USA results showed that students attained significantly higher quiz, unit exam and final exam average scores if they either:

1. attempted all of the Mastering homework
2. earned a higher average Mastering homework score

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University of Southampton
Maureen Harrison in the faculty of Faculty of Health Sciences at University of Southampton, UK has been using Mastering A&P since 2013 and has seen pass rates increase:

“Since using [Mastering A&P] to supplement their learning, the pass rate on the multi-choice exam has significantly improved.” Read more

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We hope that you’ll choose Marieb and online learning with Mastering for your next course.

 

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This post is about the new edition of a popular Digital Marketing textbook. This streamlined seventh edition provides full, practical guidance on optimizing digital media and technology for integrated, multichannel marketing.

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This post is about the new edition of a popular A&P textbook. Instructors choose Marieb’s Human Anatomy & Physiology for its engaging, conversational writing style, easy-to-follow figures, and its unique clinical insights.

In this new edition we’ve added lots more learning support tools to help students understand key concepts, from extra figures and illustrations to a wider range of videos and animations.

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This post is about the new edition of a popular economics textbook. In a world full of volatility, uncertainty and conflicting approaches, Sloman’s Essentials of Economics looks at the key economic issues of today and helps students make sense of them.

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This post is about the new edition of a popular Calculus textbook. Offering more built-in guidance than any other text in its field, this new edition of Calculus for Business, Economics, Life Sciences, and Social Sciences  by Barnett et al has a host of features to help students to study on their own or revise key topics. The enhanced design and updated data and applications will really help students “get the idea”.

This 14th edition introduces:

• Clean page layout that is free of potentially distracting elements – particularly appealing to visual learners.
  
• Maximized instructional potential of figures through full color rendering.
  
• Side margin reminders reinforce learning points and concepts or return students to earlier sections.
  
• Rewritten Theorem 3 – making it applicable to more general intervals.
  
• New, more intuitive and less technical treatment of the concept of the future value of a continuous income stream.
  

Driving positive student outcomes through application and practice

Use MyLab Math, our leading online homework, tutorial, and assessment system, in your course to create personalized and continuously adaptive learning experiences for your students. Over 4,200 assignable exercises help you assess how students set up and solve problems, encourage practice of key concepts and provide opportunities for students to check their understanding. 

MyLab reacts to student performance and helps them to absorb course material and understand difficult concepts – leading to improved results for all higher education students.

Connors State College saw improved grades
This US college purchases MyLab Math for all students and has integrated it into their virtual learning environment for increased student engagement. (This delivery option is referred to in this study as ‘Pearson Inclusive Access’.)

1. After Pearson Inclusive Access was implemented at Connors State College, Oklahoma, the percentage of students enrolled in MyLab Math submitting homework assignments increased from 75% to 87%.
   
2. Trigonometry students submitted homework assignments within two weeks (previously occurring over a five or six-week period)
   
3. Trigonometry student grades improved dramatically – with 74% of students earning anA or B (39% before Inclusive Access)
   

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Request your sample copy today by emailing asktheHEteam.middleeast@pearson.com with the ISBN 9781292266152 and providing your contact details. 

You can also request more information on integrating MyLab Math into your course through your virtual learning environment.

We hope that you’ll choose Barnett’s calculus textbook and MyLab Math for your next course.

 

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This post is about the new edition of a popular Calculus textbook. Offering more built-in guidance than any other text in its field, this new edition of Calculus for Business, Economics, Life Sciences, and Social Sciences  by Barnett et al has a host of features to help students to study on their own or revise key topics. The enhanced design and updated data and applications will really help students “get the idea”.

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