Academic Reading

Academic Reading

Author: Kathleen T. McWhorter

Publisher: Longman Publishing Group

Published: 2003-06

Total Pages: 564

ISBN-13: 9780321104243

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"Academic Reading" is an advanced reading text that provides reading comprehension and critical thinking strategies for reading in the major academic disciplines, and has been written in consultation with teachers from across each discipline.


Deviance and Deviants

Deviance and Deviants

Author: William E. Thompson

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2016-08-08

Total Pages: 336

ISBN-13: 1118604598

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This comprehensive and engaging textbook provides a fresh and sociologically-grounded examination of how deviance is constructed and defined and what it means to be classed a deviant. Covers an array of deviances, including sexual, physical, mental, and criminal, as well as deviances often overlooked in the literature, such as elite deviance, cyber-deviance, and deviant occupations Examines the popular notions and pseudoscientific explanations upon which the most pervasive myths surrounding deviance and deviants are founded Features an analytical through-line assessing the complex and multifaceted relationship between deviance and the media Enhanced with extensive pedagogical features, including a glossary of key terms, lists of specific learning outcomes in each chapter, and critical thinking questions designed to assess those outcomes Comprehensive instructor ancillaries include PowerPoint slides, a test bank for each chapter, instructor outlines, and sample activities and projects; a student study guide also is available


Society in Focus

Society in Focus

Author: William Edwin Thompson

Publisher: Prentice Hall

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780205665747

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Examining therole of mass media and information technology in contemporary society This specially priced comprehensive introductory text emphasizes the increasing diversity and globalization of societies everywhere, and the special role of mass media and information technology in contemporary society.


Sociology : Making Sense of the Social World

Sociology : Making Sense of the Social World

Author: Mary Ann Schwartz

Publisher: Allyn and Bacon

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 516

ISBN-13: 9780205292462

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This text is designed for courses in Introductory Sociology. This Canadian adaptation of Sociology: Making Sense of the Social World presents a critical introduction to sociology, focusing on social change from macro and micro perspectives. The text integrates themes of race, class and gender throughout, and challenges students to think critically about their world.


Linguistics For Dummies

Linguistics For Dummies

Author: Rose-Marie Dechaine

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2012-02-08

Total Pages: 387

ISBN-13: 1118101596

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The fascinating, fun, and friendly way to understand the science behind human language Linguistics is the scientific study of human language. Linguistics students study how languages are constructed, how they function, how they affect society, and how humans learn language. From understanding other languages to teaching computers to communicate, linguistics plays a vital role in society. Linguistics For Dummies tracks to a typical college-level introductory linguistics course and arms you with the confidence, knowledge, and know-how to score your highest. Understand the science behind human language Grasp how language is constructed Score your highest in college-level linguistics If you're enrolled in an introductory linguistics course or simply have a love of human language, Linguistics For Dummies is your one-stop resource for unlocking the science of the spoken word.


Educational Design Research

Educational Design Research

Author: Jan Van den Akker

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2006-11-22

Total Pages: 177

ISBN-13: 1134155654

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The field of design research has been gaining momentum over the last five years, particularly in educational studies. As papers and articles have grown in number, definition of the domain is now beginning to standardise. This book fulfils a growing need by providing a synthesised assessment of the use of development research in education. It looks at four main elements: background information including origins, definitions of development research, description of applications and benefits and risks associated with studies of this kind how the approach can serve the design of learning environments and educational technology quality assurance - how to safeguard academic rigor while conducting design and development studies a synthesis and overview of the topic along with relevant reflections.


Organizational Behavior

Organizational Behavior

Author: J. Stewart Black

Publisher:

Published: 2019-06-11

Total Pages: 1347

ISBN-13:

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This resource aligns to introductory courses in Organizational Behavior. The text presents the theory, concepts, and applications with particular emphasis on the impact that individuals and groups can have on organizational performance and culture. An array of recurring features engages students in entrepreneurial thinking, managing change, using tools/technology, and responsible management. This is an adaptation of Organizational Behavior by OpenStax. You can access the textbook as pdf for free at openstax.org. Minor editorial changes were made to ensure a better ebook reading experience. Textbook content produced by OpenStax is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.