Provides an introduction to the theory and application of discourse analysis within the field of social psychology. This book includes chapters on the theoretical roots of discourse analysis in linguistic philosophy, ethnomethodology and semiotics and an overview on the perspectives of discourse analysis and its utility in studying attitudes.

Custom publication for Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam School of Management - Bachelor Bedrijfskunde - RSM block 5 'Verantwoord leiderschap in organisaties'

Like children themselves, development is dynamic. In the chronologically organized Child and Adolescent Development: Lives in Context, award-winning author Tara L. Kuther frames development research in real-life contexts, including gender, race and ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and more. Kuther presents highly relatable examples, vivid cross-cultural stories, and Lives in Context video case studies of real individuals, consistently prompting students to reflect on chapter content with What...

This book prepares today's readers to successfully navigate our increasingly global community, introducing communication skills and concepts that will enable readers to interact successfully with different cultures and ethnic groups. Jandt offers unique insights into intercultural communication, at home and abroad, through an emphasis on history, culture, and popular media.

Teach to Develop Talent applies the psychology of motivation, engagement, and achievement to practical strategies educators can use to identify and develop students' cognitive and social-emotional skills.

Captivating, concise, and accessible, Essentials of Terrorism: Concepts and Controversies covers key foundational topics by defining terrorism and introducing its history and causes.

The Positive Psychology: A Workbook for Personal Growth and Well-Being is a companion workbook designed to accompany Compton and Hoffmans Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness and Flourishing, 4e. The workbook aligns active learning and critical thinking applications with the twelve core chapters of Compton and Hoffmans textbook, but could easily be a benefit to other Positive Psychology texts or support courses and texts where a workbook centered on growth, well-being, and mindfulnes...

Visible Learning in Early Childhood investigates the critical years of early childhood and, backed by evidence from the Visible Learning (R) research, explores seven core strategies for learning success.