Search:

Hacking and hackers / by Haerens, Margaret.; Zott, Lynn M.(Lynn Marie),1969-;
Includes bibliographical references and index.What is the most effective way to combat hacking? -- Is hacktivism a serious threat? -- What is the significance of Wikileaks? -- What is the role of government in hacking?Presents a collection of essays that examine different points of view about hacking, covering such topics as cybersecurity, hacktivism, the WikiLeaks scandal, and governmental response to cyberwarfare.
Subjects: Computer crimes.; Hackers.; Hacktivism.;
© [2014], Greenhaven Press,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Charter schools / by Haerens, Margaret.; Zott, Lynn M.(Lynn Marie),1969-;
Includes bibliographical references (p. 221-230) and index.Are charter schools a good alternative to public schools? Charter schools are superior to public schools / Ben Adams -- Charter schools have had mixed results / Sarah Butrymowicz -- The success of charter schools is a myth / Diane Ravitch -- Charters will raise the quality of traditional public schools / Vicki E. Murray -- Charter schools draw money away from public schools / Trent Moore -- Charter schools are entitled to local educational funds / Gina Smith -- Are religious charter schools a viable choice? Religious charters are constitutional in most circumstances / Benjamin Siracusa Hillman -- Religious charters are unconstitutional / Susan Jacoby -- Religious charters can provide a secular education / Grace Rauh -- Religious charters do not serve the common good / Charles C. Haynes -- Failing Catholic schools should become charter schools / Chester E. Finn, Jr. and Michael Petrilli -- Catholic schools should be saved through vouchers and tax credits / Matthew Ladner -- Do online charter schools work? Online charter schools expand options and benefit students / Michael Van Beek -- Online charters may fail students and reduce public school funding / Weintana Abraha -- Online charters are innovative and effective / Katherine Mangu-Ward -- Online charters are expensive and problematic / Carol Pogash -- Online charters reduce taxpayer costs / Commonwealth Foundation -- Online charter schools undermine homeschooling efforts / David N. Bass -- How can charter schools be improved? Fewer and better charter schools should be opened / Thomas Toch -- More charters should be opened / Marcus A. Winters -- Charter schools are racially segregated / Noah Lederman -- The charges of racial segregation in charter schools are overstated / Gary Ritter, [et al.] -- The academic achievement of charter schools is more important than integration / RiShawn Biddle -- Market-driven competition enhances both public and charter schools / Frederick M. Hess.Presents a collection of essays examining charter schools, including their strengths and weaknesses, pros and cons, and what can be done to improve them.
Subjects: Charter schools; Charter schools;
© c2012., Greenhaven Press,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Government gridlock / by Haerens, Margaret.;
"Opposing Viewpoints: Government Gridlock: Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected sources and publications"--This collection of articles pro and con on government gridlock examines whether gridlock is a serious problem, the causes of gridlock, how gridlock should be addressed, and how filibuster reform will affect gridlock.Includes bibliographical references (pages 216-219) and index.
Subjects: Filibusters (Political science); Divided government;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Professional athletes / by Haerens, Margaret.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.This title addresses various issues related to professional athletes, including their role in society; policies regarding performance-enhancing drugs; whether athletes' free expression should be limited; and other controversies surrounding athletes, such as gambling problems and high salaries. The Opposing Viewpoints series seeks to explore the varying opinions in a balanced pros/cons debate. It attempts to encourage critical thinking and issue awareness by providing opposing views on contentious issues.
Subjects: Athletes;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Domestic terrorism / by Haerens, Margaret,editor of compilation.;
"Opposing Viewpoints: Domestic Terrorism: Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected sources and publications"--Includes bibliographical references and index.How should the domestic terrorism threat be assessed or defined? Homegrown terror isn't just Islamist / Risa Brooks -- The definition of domestic terrorism is too broad / Ms. Smith -- There are many misconceptions about the threat of domestic terrorism / Jack Levin -- Domestic terrorism is a persistent threat in the United States / Scott Stewart -- The threat of domestic terrorism is often overlooked / Daryl Johnson -- What groups present the greatest risk of domestic terrorism? Islamic radicalization is a danger to US security / Melvin Bledsoe -- The threat of Islamic radicalization has been exaggerated / Faiza Patel -- Growing threat of extreme right-wing violence / Peter Bergen and Jennifer Rowland -- Right-wing extremists should not be classified as a major threat to US security / Jonah Goldberg -- Lone-wolf terrorism is a growing threat / Jim Kouri -- The threat of the lone-wolf terrorist is exaggerated / Scott Stewart -- How might the threat of domestic terrorism be averted or prevented? Profiling would help identify potential domestic terrorists / Tim Sorrick -- Profiling is a flawed counterterrorism policy / Elizabeth Goitein and Faiza Patel -- Empowering communities and local law enforcement is essential to counterterrorism efforts / Janet Napolitano -- Better outreach to the American Muslim community should improve counterterrorism efforts / Toni Johnson -- Confronting prejudice and hate speech is key to addressing the domestic terrorism threat / Kenneth Robinson -- How should domestic terrorism be treated? Why should I care that no one's reading Dzhokhar Tsarnaev his Miranda rights? / Emily Bazelon -- Domestic terrorism suspects should be interrogated before being read their Miranda rights / Daniel Greenfield -- Domestic terrorists should be prosecuted in civilian courts / Melanie Getreuer -- Boston bomber acted as "enemy combatant" / Michael M Rosen -- Different standards should not be applied to different kinds of domestic terrorists / Jill Filipovic -- Domestic terrorists should be charged with treason / Lauren Prunty.
Subjects: Domestic terrorism; National security; Domestic terrorism; Terrorism; National security;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

The aging population / by Haerens, Margaret.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 236-238) and index.This volume explores numerous impacts of the aging population, including the economic consequences of an aging population, the social and legal issues of an aging population, social security and the medical challenges that face an aging population.
Subjects: Aging.; Older people.;
© [2014], Greenhaven Press, A part of Gale, Cengage Learning,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Euthanasia / by Haerens, Margaret,editor.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected sources and publications"--
Subjects: Euthanasia.; Euthanasia.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Medical marijuana / by Haerens, Margaret.; Zott, Lynn M.(Lynn Marie),1969-;
"Medical Marijuana: Opposing Viewpoints is the leading source for libraries and classrooms in need of current-issue materials. The viewpoints are selected from a wide range of highly respected sources and publications"--Includes bibliographical references (p. 208-210) and index.
Subjects: Marijuana; Marijuana; Marijuana; Marijuana; Cannabis; Phytotherapy; Cannabis; Jurisprudence; Plant Preparations;
© 2013., Greenhaven Press,
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI