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  • Action Reconceptualized

    Human Agency and Its Sources

    by David K. Chan ...
    The concept of action that requires philosophical analysis is one that concerns behavior characteristically found in humans. In Action Reconceptualized: Human Agency and Its Sources, David K. Chan examines the sources of human agency that are proposed in causal theories of action—namely desire, intention, and trying—and distinguishes them from each other in terms of their roles in practical ... Read more

    $126.99 CAD

  • 50 Years Of Social Issues In Singapore

    by David Chan ...
    Series series World Scientific Series On Singapore's 50 Years Of Nation-building
    The social context of Singapore is changing rapidly, and understanding how people think, feel and behave in various situations has become a key driver of effectiveness in addressing social issues. 50 Years of Social Issues in Singapore provides a comprehensive review and examination of various social issues at multiple levels of analysis including the individual, group and society.This invaluable ... Read more

    $31.99 CAD

  • Meaning Matters: Essays By David Chan

    by David Chan ...
    This book is the third collection of essays by behavioural scientist Professor David Chan, most of which first appeared in The Straits Times. Endorsed by fifty leaders from different sectors, this book provides a powerful springboard for self-reflections, sense-making, internal and public discussions, and individual and collective actions. A common theme that runs through these essays may be ... Read more

    $31.99 CAD

  • Insignia: Chinese Fantasy Stories

    The Insignia Series, #2

    by Kelly Matsuura, Joyce Chng, L. Chan, Holly Kench, David Jon Fuller ...
    Series Book 2 - The Insignia Series
    INSIGNIA Vol.2 includes 7 Chinese fantasy stories with a mix of urban, literary, contemporary, myth-based, and historical fantasy pieces. ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • People Matter

    Essays by David Chan

    by David Chan ...
    This book is a collection of twenty-one essays by Professor David Chan, which first appeared in The Straits Times from October 2011 to January 2015. The essays discussed a wide range of topics including happiness and well-being, fairness perceptions, the immigration debate and population policies, social cohesion and integration, social mobility, trust in society, public expectations, rationality ... Read more

    $28.99 CAD

  • Much More Than Academic Abilities

    by David Chan ...
    Academic abilities play a critical role not only in school settings but also in practical work situations and other problem-solving contexts that involve important intellectual task demands. However, we will not achieve the intended positive outcomes if we give too much emphasis to academic abilities and neglect non-academic attributes such as personality, interests, motivations, values, ... Read more

    $31.99 CAD

  • Continuous Auditing

    Theory and Application

    Edited by David Y. Chan, Victoria Chiu, Miklos A. Vasarhelyi ...
    Series series Rutgers Studies in Accounting Analytics
    Continuous auditing is a novel emerging technology in academia and practice. The concept of continuous auditing was conceived over two decades ago in academia and we are now at a junction where the auditing profession recognizes the implement-ability and value of a continuous audit. The book’s purpose is twofold. First, the book aims to provide academics and practitioners with a compilation of ... Read more

    $60.99 CAD

  • Unintended Consequences In Singapore

    by David Chan ...
    When policymakers, communities or advocates make decisions and take actions, they do so with the purpose of achieving some desired goal. But sometimes, unintended consequences occur. These are outcomes that are not the ones intended by the purposeful decision or action.Unintended consequences can be positive or negative, although the discussions often focus on the unexpected adverse impact that ... Read more

    $59.99 CAD

  • Public Trust In Singapore

    by David Chan ...
    It is clear that public trust plays a critical role in developing a vibrant economy and a strong society. A reasonably high level of public trust will enable the public, the Government, and the various organisations and groups in the different sectors in Singapore to work together to build a cohesive and adaptive community. This means a community characterised by constructive relationships ... Read more

    $25.99 CAD

  • Breast Cancer: Real Questions, Real Answers

    by David Chan ...
    Breast Cancer: Real Questions, Real Answers is an outgrowth of Dr. David Chan's more than 20 years in private oncology practice. Inspired by his patients—who courageously face their illness but often feel fearful, confused about their options, and full of questions—Dr. Chan's book is uniquely structured as a Question and Answer between patient and doctor. It provides readers with an easily ... Read more

    $17.59 CAD

  • How Working Together Matters: Adversity, Aspiration, Action

    by David Chan ...
    Foreword by Lee Hsien Loong (Prime Minister, Republic of Singapore)This book is about the art and science of finding solutions to helping families in crisis, and making a real and lasting positive difference in their lives. It is about helping people in need, as well as lessons on adversity, aspiration and action when multiple different stakeholders work together in the helping process. The book ... Read more

    $21.99 CAD

  • Liveability In Singapore: Social And Behavioural Issues

    by David Chan ...
    Cities and countries around the world are focused on enhancing their living conditions through ways that go beyond the brick and mortar of urban planning. Just like in other highly-urbanised cities, life and living in Singapore is highly dependent on many other dimensions such as health, access to various services, social interactions, inter-group relations and community bonds. Social and ... Read more

    $25.99 CAD