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Weekly Picks (2026-03-04)

Statistical literacy : a beginner's guide
Author: Jones, Rhys C.
Subject: Statistical literacy AND Mathematical statistics
Publication Info: SAGE, 2024
ISBN: 9781529754803
Library Holding: 3/F A2 Science & Medicine, QA 276 Jon 2024
In an era of "fake news" and big data, Statistical Literacy: A Beginner's Guide by Rhys Christopher Jones is an essential roadmap for navigating numerical information. This book empowers readers to look beyond the headlines, teaching them how to critically evaluate data and identify common statistical pitfalls. Avoiding heavy jargon and complex mathematics, it focuses on real-world applications and conceptual understanding. It is a perfect starting point for anyone looking to build confidence in interpreting statistics in everyday life.
Understanding longitudinal data
Author: Gilbert, Emily
Subject: Longitudinal method AND Research methods
Publication Info: SAGE, 2024
ISBN: 9781529727241
Library Holding: 4/F A1 Business Administration, H 61.25 Gil 2024
Understanding Longitudinal Data by Emily Gilbert is an essential guide for researchers embarking on longitudinal projects. The book provides solid foundations in longitudinal research methodology, covering crucial topics such as study design, sampling, attrition, and missing data. Beyond theory, it features over 45 global case studies from Australia, Germany, Malaysia, New Zealand, the UK, and the US. With learning features like comprehension questions and practical tools, this accessible introduction equips students and researchers across social sciences with confidence in handling longitudinal data complexities.
The process of research in psychology
Author: McBride, Dawn M.
Subject: Psychology--Research--Methodology AND Psychology, Experimental
Publication Info: SAGE, 2024
ISBN: 9781071847473
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, BF 76.5 McB 2024
This classic textbook on psychological research methods and design offers a clear, accessible, and comprehensive introduction. The 8th edition provides readers with essential knowledge of psychological science, experimental methods, and correlational research. Through practical learning tools, detailed step-by-step instructions, and authentic research examples, students and researchers learn to design, implement, and evaluate psychological studies effectively. Ideal for psychology majors and researchers seeking rigorous, science-based foundations for conducting credible psychological research.
旧庙新神 : 晚清变局中的孔庙从祀 = [Old Temples, New Worthies: Confucian Temple Enshrinements amid the Upheavals of the Late Qing]
Author: 段志强
Subject: Memorial rites and ceremonies, Confucian--China--History
Publication Info: 上海人民出版社, 2025
ISBN: 9787208195554
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts ; BL 1859 M45 Tua 2025
This scholarly work explores the transformation of Confucian temples during modern China's upheaval through the remarkable case of three Qing philosophers—Gu Yanwu, Huang Zongxi, and Wang Fuzhi—becoming enshrined in temples. By examining the temple's evolution amid modernization, the author illuminates tensions between modern ideologies and traditional Confucian thought. The book demonstrates how traditional culture adapts and reinvents itself under historical pressures, offering valuable insights into China's social transformation and contemporary cultural revival.
资本与隔离 : 巴西新中产阶级的教育流动研究 = Capitals and segregation : a study on educational mobility of Brazilian new middle class
Author: 周燕
Subject: Middle class--Education--Brazil
Publication Info: 中国社会科学出版社, 2024
ISBN: 9787522734248
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts, LC 4974 B6 Cho 2024
Educational inequality is widespread in developing countries, and Brazil is no exception. In the early 2000s, a “new middle class” rose economically—nearly half of the population—hoping education would open better jobs and mobility. Yet most of their children still struggle to access high-quality universities, let alone elite institutions. This book investigates why that gap persists, how capital and institutional separation shape opportunities, and what possibilities exist to overcome the barriers, offering a compelling case study of educational mobility.
中国民间歌曲集成·澳门卷=[Collection of Chinese Folk Songs: Macao Volume]
Author: 中国民间歌曲集成全国编辑委员会
Subject: Folk music--China--Macau AND Folk songs, Chinese--China--Macau
Publication Info: 学苑出版社, 2025
ISBN: 9787507771633
Library Holding: 2/F A3 Education & Arts ; M 1804 Chu 2025
This comprehensive collection systematically documents Macau's folk songs as part of China's national arts project. Featuring approximately 200 songs, it encompasses Cantonese and Fujian dialects, including sea songs, agricultural chants, children's rhymes, and traditional operatic forms. With 42 million characters and 19 color plates, the volume preserves Macau's unique musical heritage. As a migrant city with deep traditions, Macau's folk music reflects distinctive regional characteristics while serving as vital testimony to local history and an important force in transmitting Chinese musical culture.
鬼馬粵語的前世今生=[The Past and Present of Mischievous Cantonese]
Author: 陳小朗
Subject: Cantonese dialects--Slang AND Cantonese dialects--Etymology
Publication Info: 商務印書館(香港), 2024
ISBN: 9789620747021
Library Holding: G/F B3 New Arrivals, PL 1731 Che 2024
This book unveils the mysteries of Cantonese reduplicative words, exploring the origins and evolution of colloquial terms like "鬼馬" and "招積." Author Chan Siu-long, after two decades of meticulous research, examines 101 common reduplicative words with detailed annotations and scholarly investigation. The work transcends simple definitions, offering numerous historical examples, fascinating anecdotes, and folklore related to each term. With phonetic guides for each entry, this entertaining yet scholarly volume helps readers fully comprehend Cantonese cultural essence and linguistic charm—an indispensable reference for language enthusiasts and researchers.
少女中国 : "女学生"的一百年=[Girl China: A Century of "Female Students"]
Author: 濱田麻矢, 1969-
Subject: Chinese literature--20th century--History and criticism AND Young women--China--History--20th century
Publication Info: 生活・读书・新知三联书店, 2025
ISBN: 9787108079886
Library Holding: G/F C1 Circulation Counter (Borrowing Desk) : Items on Reserve, PL 2302 Ham 2025
This cultural history examines female education and personal development in modern China. Author Hamada Asaya analyzes literary works spanning a century from the May Fourth movement to today, exploring how young women leaving their homes discover themselves and find their place. The book reveals how female identity was historically obscured beneath male-centered narratives of "youth" and "new people." It demonstrates how female students seized educational opportunities for self-exploration and life choices. Offering unique perspective and enlightening gender analysis.
在19世紀瘋露營 : 營火、帳篷、睡袋, 戶外裝備的變革史 = Making camp : a visual history of camping's most essential items & activities
Author: Hogue, Martin
Subject: Camping--History AND Camping--Equipment and supplies--History
Publication Info: 臺灣商務印書館, 2024
ISBN: 9789570535846
Library Holding: G/F B3 New Arrivals, GV 191.7 Hog 2024
Making Camp presents a visually rich history of American camping culture from the Civil War era to today. Architect Martin Hogg examines eight essential camping elements—water, campfire, campsite, maps, picnic tables, tents, sleeping bags, and waste management—revealing how recreational facilities evolved. Through over 200 archival images and thoughtful analysis, the book explores humanity's eternal tension between wilderness adventure and comfortable living. More than outdoor nostalgia, it questions whether our relationship with nature has genuinely transformed or merely become more organized.
算法机器人和法律监管 : 科技、自动化与期货及衍生品监管 = Algo bots and the law : technology, automation, and the regulation of futures and other derivatives
Author: Scopino, Gregory A., 1971-
Subject: Derivative securities--Law and legislation--United States AND Program trading (Securities)--Law and legislation--United States
Publication Info: 中国财政经济出版社, 2024
ISBN: 9787522327761
Library Holding: G/F B3 New Arrivals, KF 1085 Sco 2024
This work by Georgetown law professor Gregory Scopino examines AI algorithms' transformative impact on financial markets. As automation becomes prevalent in hiring, autonomous vehicles, and investment advice, it simultaneously widens the digital divide and creates ethical crises through algorithmic imbalance. The book analyzes whether existing US derivatives regulations adequately address automated trading systems, proposing solutions including expanded regulatory scope, algorithmic abuse countermeasures, and financial market disruption responses. Essential reading for understanding legal governance transformation in the AI era.
国际法之门 = International law
Author: Klabbers, Jan,
Subject: International law--Political aspects AND International law--Economic aspects
Publication Info: 中国法制出版社, 2024
ISBN: 9787521643787
Library Holding: 4/F C1 Law & Public Administration, KZ 3410 Kla 2024
This authoritative guide by Professor Jan Klabbers explores international law's fundamental principles and practical applications. The book addresses core questions: where international law originates, who it governs, and how it resolves conflicts. Through rich historical cases and real-world examples, readers gain comprehensive understanding of international law as a dynamic global system. Balancing theoretical depth with accessible presentation, this work equips students and professionals with essential knowledge of international legal structures, rules, and contemporary practices.