Reviews for The Middle East : Opposing Viewpoints

The average rating for The Middle East : Opposing Viewpoints based on 2 reviews is 4 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2018-01-30 00:00:00 Justin Logan Langwith, J. (2008). Suicide: opposing viewpoints. Greenhaven Press. Greenhave Press, 0-7377-4013-2 (pa), $26.75 Review Source: Senior High Core Collection ( SOL Correlation: From the Health Standards • 9.5 - The student will evaluate the benefits of collaboration in relation to community health and wellness initiatives. Key concepts/skills include a) the impact of developing positive relationships among health professionals for promotion of healthy communities; b) promotion of community projects; c) development of school and community health programs for citizens of all ages; d) the need for community services; the awareness of health-related social issues such as organ donation, homelessness, underage drinking, and substance abuse • 10.1 - The student will demonstrate an understanding of health concepts, behaviors, and skills that reduce health risks and enhance the health and well-being of self and others throughout life. Key concepts/skills include a) the impact of poor dietary choices; b) the effects of sedentary lifestyle; c) the effects of tobacco, alcohol, inhalants, and other drug use; d) behaviors that result in intentional and unintentional injury. • 10.2 - The student will analyze, synthesize, and evaluate the protective factors related to achieving and maintaining a sound mind and healthy body throughout life. Key concepts/skills include a) the power of assertiveness; b) the impact of involvement in school and community activities; c) the value of exercising self-control; d) the merits of goal setting; e) the impact of emotions and peer approval on personal decision-making; f) the effects of an individual’s environment; g) family health habits and behaviors as they relate to health promotion; h) the importance of support and encouragement from positive role models. • 10.3 - The student will implement personal injury prevention and self-management strategies that promote personal, family, and community health throughout life. Key concepts/skills include b) strategies to reduce and prevent violence; c) peaceful resolution of conflicts; d) administration of emergency care; e) recognition of tendencies toward self-harm; f) recognition of life-threatening situations; g) crisis-management strategies; methods of avoiding gang-related activity and the use of weapons to commit violent acts of aggression. Review: This is a book (part of a larger series) of opposing viewpoints about suicide. The books is rather technical in the writing, but presents clear, unbiased opinions about different topics concerning suicide. This book presents opposing viewpoints for different topics concerning suicide. Each viewpoint has a corresponding opposite view point to present an unbiased presentation. Each opinion is written by a leader in the field or a person who has experienced suicide in some form. In addition to health standards, this title could be used in English classes to study persuasive writing. The writing is a bit technical, so the reading level is at a high school level and is not an "easy" read. The book present the full spectrum of opinions surrounding suicide. The presentation is direct and succinct. The book is matter of fact and presents an unbiased view of a controversial issue. With suicide attempts and suicides occurring in high schools just about every year, this book would be valuable to the collection in helping students process losing a classmate. Audience: I would recommend this book to high school students who enjoy seeing a topic from both sides.

Review # 2 was written on 2011-06-15 00:00:00 Natalie Kay This book collects pro and con arguments in a discussion of the fundamental basis and goals of Artificial Intelligence research. Can military robots be programmed to act ethically? Can an AI computer pass a Turing Test? Will Smart Cars help or hinder travel? Sci-Fi author and robotics researcher Vernor Vinge discusses the coming technological singularity, which Ken McLeod has called the "rapture for nerds." Fascinating and scary trip through some difficult questions.