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by Richard Bell (Author)Unlock the Power of Your Voice and Conquer the Stage!Do you feel your heart pounding and your hands shaking every time you're asked to speak in public? Have you ever dreamed of captivating an audience with your ideas and stories, but the fear of public speaking holds you back? It's time to break those chains and unleash your true potential!Speak Out Loud: Mastering the Art of Public Speaking is more than just a guide; it's your personal mentor in the art of public spea...
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by V. T. Sreekumar (Author)Embark on an enchanting exploration into the fascinating realm of fine writing instruments with "The World of Pens: A Collector's Journey." This meticulously crafted book invites you into a captivating odyssey through the history, artistry, and cultural significance of pens, showcasing them as more than mere tools but as cherished artifacts that tell stories of innovation and craftsmanship.Written by [Author's Name], a seasoned pen enthusiast and collector with a ke...
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by Susan Fox (Editor)Britain and Ireland are home to a rich array of spoken and signed languages and dialects. Language is ever evolving, in its diversity, and in the number and the backgrounds of its speakers, and so, too, are the tools and methods used for researching language. Now in its third edition, this book brings together a team of experts to provide cutting-edge linguistic and sociolinguistic information about all the major varieties of language used across Britain and Ireland today...
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by Ramachandra Guha (Author) It is not often that an author and his editor strike up a relationship which survives forty years of epistolary exchanges and intellectual sparring. The strangely enduring and occasionally fractious friendship which developed between the famously outspoken historian Ramachandra Guha and his reticent editor Rukun Advani is the subject of this quite eccentric and thoroughly compelling literary memoir. It started in Delhi in the early 1980s, when Guha was an unpubl...
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by J. E. Lendon (Author)How rhetorical training influenced deeds as well as words in the Roman Empire The assassins of Julius Caesar cried out that they had killed a tyrant, and days later their colleagues in the Senate proposed rewards for this act of tyrannicide. The killers and their supporters spoke as if they were following a well-known script. They were. Their education was chiefly in rhetoric and as boys they would all have heard and given speeches on a ubiquitous set of themes--includ...
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by Gemini (Author)From 'trabs' for trainers to 'Z-Cars' for the police, understand both the roots and key words of one of England's most widely recognised dialects.It's said that Scouse, with its quick repartee and colourful choice of words, reflects the character of its speakers more accurately than any other dialect in the UK. Before the Second World War, Scouse was not much heard outside Liverpool, but, when The Beatles stormed the charts, Scouse was heard all over the world.The word 'Scou...
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by Emiliano T. Bosio (Author)Global Citizenship Education (GCE) plays a central role within UNESCO's education sector, focusing on cultivating the values and knowledge essential for students to evolve into well-informed and responsible global citizens. This Element conceptualises an ethical GCE framework grounded in critical, cosmopolitan, humanistic, value-creating, and transformative principles. Guided by those principles, ethical GCE goes beyond the banking model of education by emphasisin...
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by Elisha O. Ogbonna (Author)"Standard Igbo Language" is an expanded edition of "Comprehensive Igbo Language." It is comprehensive guide designed to empower learners to master the intricacies of standard Igbo language. It unlocks a deeper understanding of Igbo grammar. Starting with an exploration of the Igbo alphabet and pronunciation, readers are introduced to the foundational elements of the language, including vowels, consonants, and tonal accents. Through engaging exercises and practical...
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by Jason M. Gibson (Author)Repatriation of Indigenous Cultural Heritage examines how returned materials - objects, photographs, audio and manuscripts - are being received and reintegrated into the ongoing social and cultural lives of Aboriginal Australians.Author BiographyJason M. Gibson is Senior Research Fellow and lecturer in cultural heritage and museum studies at Deakin University, Melbourne Australia. He has worked extensively with Aboriginal custodians throughout Australia on history, ...
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by Hugo's Simplified System (Author)This book offers an accessible and straightforward approach to mastering Russian grammar. Designed for beginners, it breaks down complex rules into easy-to-understand sections, with practical examples and exercises to reinforce learning. Readers will quickly grasp essential grammar concepts, making it an ideal resource for self-study or as a companion to more advanced language courses.
Number of Pages: 242
Dimensions: 0.55 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN
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by Myrdeline Raymond (Author)STEP-BY-STEP English: A Beginner's Guide to Learning English (with Haitian Creole Translations)Are you eager to learn English but find yourself struggling with confusing lessons and difficult vocabulary? Have you ever wished for a guide that understands your unique challenges as a Haitian Creole speaker? Look no further-STEP-BY-STEP English is here to make your language-learning journey easier, more effective, and tailored specifically to your needs.STEP-BY-STEP E...
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by Hossep Dolatian (Editor)Armenian is an Indo-European language. Alongside two varieties, there are countless non-standard dialects, many of which were were made extinct because of the Armenian Genocide. This book is an English translation of a monograph originally written in Armenian by Hrachia Adjarian: "Հայ Բարբառագիտութիւն" or "Armenian dialectology." The original monograph consisted of descriptions of 31 non-standard Armenian varieties. The present book is both a translation and comment...
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by Aaron Bethune (Author)What if mastering the art of asking the right questions could unlock the full potential of AI and transform your creativity, communication, and productivity?In today's world, artificial intelligence is more than a tool-it's a partner in how we think, work, and create. But the real power of AI lies not just in what you ask, but in how you ask it.Unlock the Power of AI with Prompt: A short guide to masterful prompting.In a world where artificial intelligence has become ...
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by Patricia L. Brooks (Author)Write the Memoir You're Afraid to Write delves deep into tried-and-true methods to help you, as an aspiring writer, draft your compelling personal stories. Patricia L. Brooks' nonfiction content takes you down a path of analysis and reflection about your own story. She opens the window to a structured well-organized design that can be followed easily. She also reveals excerpts from her own experiences that transformed her life for the better. Easy-to-implement ac...
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by Eva Núñez Méndez (Author) Intended for advanced students of Spanish, this hands-on textbook presents a well-informed syntactic and structural analysis of the Spanish language. The textbook is consistently pedagogical thanks to lucid descriptive analyses that are accompanied by abundant examples, follow-up exercises and self-tests. As such, this book will be welcomed by readers seeking to perfect their language skills. (Armin Schwegler, Professor Emeritus, University of California, Irvine,...
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by Xiaowei Shi (Author), Steve Mortenson (Author)This book highlights hidden unintentional biases, emotional defense mechanisms, and responses in haste. By revealing these preconceived notions present in message choices, Xiaowei Shi and Steve Mortenson demonstrate techniques to help prevent communication from becoming problematic. In a conversational style, the authors extend their interdisciplinary theoretic perspectives by introducing concepts and practices of supportive confrontation and a...
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by Mia Long Anderson (Editor), Andrew M. Abernathy (Contribution by), Stephen P. Andon (Contribution by)Social Justice and the Modern Athlete: Exploring the Role of Athlete Activism in Social Change is an edited volume in which editor Mia Long Anderson and various contributors identify and discuss athletes who have been at the forefront of social movements to lead change in distinct areas of society, including politics, gender equity, and mental health. Contributors analyze how this activism ...
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by Kristie Byrum (Author)At a time when corporations are facing increasing pressures to devise and implement corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs and deal with societal issues, Communicating Corporate Social Responsibility: The Trust Factor explores theoretical frameworks and practical applications for creating trust between organizations and key stakeholders. By examining the effects of corporate social responsibility on social media engagement and purchase intention, Kristie Byru...
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by Laura Blount Carper (Author)Stigma and Social Support on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program delves into the daily complex lives of individuals on the program and the hardships the program has on participants. The author provides examples of experiencing stigmatization while on SNAP and possible methods to help improve, or lessen, the stigma with the use of positive social support. The chapters include the author's personal experiences on SNAP, factors influencing enrollment, ove...
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by Valerie Butrón (Author), Rita Guzmán (Author)Bilingual books are powerful! Explore these 10 practical and evidence-based strategies to help your students develop proficiency in both languages. Teachers can support literacy development through engaging and thoughtful use of bilingual books.
Number of Pages: 28
Dimensions: 0.07 x 10 x 8 IN
Publication Date: December 18, 2024
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by Jennifer Mize Smith (Editor), Michael W. Kramer (Editor)This volume, featuring empirically-based case studies, provides an opportunity to analyze communication and other organizational issues in nonprofit, volunteer, and philanthropic contexts. Each case is designed to help readers critically think about the particular nonprofit context, the organizational issues presented and ways in which those issues could be addressed.Author BiographyJennifer Mize Smith (PhD, Purdue University) is Asso...
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by Franck Cinato (Editor), Aim?e Lahaussois (Editor), John B. Whitman (Editor)This volume is the first book to focus specifically on the topic of comparative glossing. It brings together new research on glossing practices from traditions in both the West and East Asia, with a focus on Japan. It also touches on the relation between glossing in the medieval manuscript tradition and the modern linguistic use of the gloss. Its purpose is to present a sample of the most recent studies on glossing ...
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by Sylvia Gonzalez-Gorman (Author)Provides a penetrating examination of how political rhetoric from public officials creates tensions via microaggression cues due to changing demographics, campaign rhetoric, and the use of social media. What are microaggression cues, and what are examples of those cues in political rhetoric? How have microaggression cues from former presidents, elected officials, and political candidates led to further polarization of America's citizens? What are the connecti...
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by Amy Tondreau (Author), Laurie Rabinowitz (Author)Ideal for literacy methods and elementary instruction courses, this book brings together three strands of educational practice-Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy (CSP), Disability Sustaining Pedagogy (DSP), and balanced literacy-to present a cohesive, comprehensive framework for literacy instruction that meets the needs of all learners. Author BiographyDr. Amy Tondreau is an Assistant Professor of Elementary Literacy at the University of Marylan...
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by Marco Wobben (Author)Build more successful databases and applications through improved business and data understanding using Fact-oriented Modeling. Welcome to the intriguing realm where data seems to be everywhere we look. It runs in apps, drives businesses, and shapes public opinions and politics. As data affects our daily lives, we must pay more attention to what the data is about and how we communicate as human beings.It is not the data itself, but our communication about the data that...
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by Jerome Socolovsky (Author), Michel Martin (Foreword by)An indispensable guide to audio journalism grounded in NPR's journalistic values and practices, with tips and insights from its top reporters, hosts, editors, producers, and more. A lot has changed in media in recent years, but one thing that remains steadfast is National Public Radio's (NPR) position as a trusted source of news in the United States. Now producing dozens of shows and podcasts, plus livestreams and coverage on other m...
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by Amber Hunt (Editor), Elizabeth Ruane (Editor), Stephanie Sopka (Editor)There are a growing number of college closures and mergers in the United States. The reasons vary--sharply declining enrollment numbers, unsustainable endowment drawdowns, accreditation issues--as does the amount of notice stakeholders receive before the closure and the fate of the campus and its resources. Closing a College Library offers firsthand accounts of closing a library from different institutions of higher edu...
