Since the early 1980s there has been an explosion of auditing activity in the United Kingdom and North America. Why has this happened? This book is the first systematic exploration of audit as a principle of social organization and control. The author critically examines the reasons, means, and consequences of this audit explosion. He raises important questions about the efficacy of audit processe... more...

Since the early 1980s there has been an explosion of auditing activity in the United Kingdom and North America. Why has this happened? This book is the first systematic exploration of audit as a principle of social organization and control. The author critically examines the reasons, means, and consequences of this audit explosion. He raises important questions about the efficacy of audit processes and suggests that the consequences of this must be carefully evaluated.   less...

CONTENTSIntroduction to Case Studies in Neuroaudiology. Behavioral and Electrophysiological Test Procedures. Neuroauditory Disorder. Auditory Nerve Involvement, Brainstem Involvement. Subcorical and Insular Lesions. Auditory Cortex Involvement. Involvement of the Auditory Areas of the Corpus Callosum. Multiple Sclerosis. Central Deafness. Central Auditory Processing Disorders in Children and Adult... more...

CONTENTSIntroduction to Case Studies in Neuroaudiology. Behavioral and Electrophysiological Test Procedures. Neuroauditory Disorder. Auditory Nerve Involvement, Brainstem Involvement. Subcorical and Insular Lesions. Auditory Cortex Involvement. Involvement of the Auditory Areas of the Corpus Callosum. Multiple Sclerosis. Central Deafness. Central Auditory Processing Disorders in Children and Adults with Learning Disabilities. References. Index.   less...

This comprehensive guide is designed for speech-language pathologists who work with individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse populations. The information is presented in an easy-to-use format that enables professionals to bridge the gap between existing research and the use of that information in the clinical setting. The book contains practical reformation on normative data, assessm... more...

This comprehensive guide is designed for speech-language pathologists who work with individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse populations. The information is presented in an easy-to-use format that enables professionals to bridge the gap between existing research and the use of that information in the clinical setting. The book contains practical reformation on normative data, assessment techniques, intervention approaches, and resources to help professionals apply the information t   less...

CLEFT PALATE SPEECH, 3rd Edition is a text covering the assessment and treatment of speech-language problems associated with cleft lip and palate as well as other craniofacial anomalies. It reviews and critiques the pertinent literature regarding surgical, prosthetic and behavioral management of clefts and related problems. New author team, hand-picked by the previous authors, brings new expertise... more...

CLEFT PALATE SPEECH, 3rd Edition is a text covering the assessment and treatment of speech-language problems associated with cleft lip and palate as well as other craniofacial anomalies. It reviews and critiques the pertinent literature regarding surgical, prosthetic and behavioral management of clefts and related problems. New author team, hand-picked by the previous authors, brings new expertise and a fresh perspective to a proven textExcellent illustrations, including many new photos, make th   less...

Includes audit functions, audit reports, professional ethics, legal liability, engagement planning, internal control structure in manually operated systems, internal control structure in EDP systems, evidence gathering, audit techniques, audit sampling, revenue and collection cycles, acquisition and payment cycles, payroll and inventory cycles, financing and repayment cycles, and other types of en... more...

Includes audit functions, audit reports, professional ethics, legal liability, engagement planning, internal control structure in manually operated systems, internal control structure in EDP systems, evidence gathering, audit techniques, audit sampling, revenue and collection cycles, acquisition and payment cycles, payroll and inventory cycles, financing and repayment cycles, and other types of engagements.   less...

Dimitris N. Chorafas defines both auditing and internal control, and explains the value of internal control, why it must be audited, and how it can be most effectively achieved. He addresses top management's accountability for internal control and uses case studies to demonstrate the application of such systems, as well as the importance of sound analysis of the information gathered. Based on an e... more...

Dimitris N. Chorafas defines both auditing and internal control, and explains the value of internal control, why it must be audited, and how it can be most effectively achieved. He addresses top management's accountability for internal control and uses case studies to demonstrate the application of such systems, as well as the importance of sound analysis of the information gathered. Based on an extensive research project in the UK, US, and continental Europe, this book is an invaluable source o   less...