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Chronotopes and Migration: Language, Social Imagination, and Behavior - Paperback
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by Farzad Karimzad (Author), Lydia Catedral (Author)In Chronotopes and Migration: Language, Social Imagination, and Behavior, Farzad Karimzad and Lydia Catedral investigate migrants' polycentric identities, imaginations, ideologies, and orientations to home and host countries through the notion of chronotope. The book focuses on the authors' ethnographically situated research with two migrant populations - Iranians and Uzbeks in the United States - to highlight the institutional constraints a...
Social Networking Approach to Japanese Language Teaching: The Intersection of Language and Culture in the Digital Age - Paperback
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by Yasu-Hiko Tohsaku (Editor), Fumiko Nazikian (Editor), Jisuk Park (Editor)Social Networking Approach to Japanese Language Teaching is a timely guide for Japanese language teachers and anyone interested in language pedagogy. The book outlines an innovative approach to language instruction which goes beyond the communicative approach and encourages a global view of language education and curriculum development through the use of social networking. It showcases diverse examples of how social n...
The Fundamentally Simple Logic of Language: Learning a Second Language with the Tools of the Native Speaker - Paperback
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by Luis H. González (Author)The Fundamentally Simple Logic of Language: Learning a Second Language with the Tools of the Native Speaker presents a data-driven approach to understanding how native speakers do not use subject and direct object to process language. Native speakers know who does what in a sentence by applying intuitively two simple inferences that are argued to be part of universal grammar. The book explains and exemplifies these two inferences throughout. These two inferences ...
Scholarly Research: Writing and Publishing into Journals and Books - Paperback
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by John S. Akama (Author), Peter N. Mose (Author), Margaret N. Barasa (Author)Scholarly Research: Writing and Publishing into Journals and Books captures the value, process, and publication of research findings. The core thesis is that conducting research is uniquely significant as it is one of the age-old means of responding to the diverse questions that face humanity. Indeed, systematic, objective and rigorous research form the basis of most cutting-edge discoveries in the history of mankin...
Headedness and/or grammatical anarchy? - Hardcover
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by Stefan Müller (Editor), Ulrike Freywald (Editor), Horst J. Simon (Editor)In most grammatical models, hierarchical structuring and dependencies are considered as central features of grammatical structures, an idea which is usually captured by the notion of "head" or "headedness". While in most models, this notion is more or less taken for granted, there is still much disagreement as to the precise properties of grammatical heads and the theoretical implications that arise of these propertie...
A Dictionary of Atong: A Tibeto-Burman Language of Northeast India and Bangladesh - Paperback
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by Seino Van Breugel (Author)Atong is a Tibeto-Burman language spoken in Northeast India and Bangladesh. In this dictionary, Seino van Breugel provides a rigorous, well-illustrated and well-referenced lexical description of the language, making this book of great interest and value to general linguists, typologists, as well as area specialists and cultural anthropologists. Comprising not only of an Atong-English, but also an English-Atong dictionary, as well as semantic lexica, this volume is...
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Rape, Agency, and Carceral Solutions: From Criminal Justice to Social Justice - Paperback
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by Leland G. Spencer (Author) News media and popular culture in the United States have produced a conventional narrative of the outcomes of sexual abuse: someone perpetrates sexual violence, goes to trial, and is then punished with prison time. Survivors recede into the background, becoming minor characters in their own stories as intrepid prosecutors, police officers, and investigators gather evidence and build a case. Leland G. Spencer explains how the stories we tell about sexual assault ...
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Social Justice and the Language Classroom: Reflection, Action, and Transformation - Paperback
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by Deniz Ortaçtepe Hart (Author)Challenging the liberal notion of the classroom as a neutral space, Social Justice and the Language Classroom invites you to become advocates, allies, and activists, and gives you the conceptual and practical tools to fight against systemic injustice in education and beyond. This practical resource book examines issues of inequity, marginalization, discrimination, and oppression that are regularly experienced by language learners coming from diverse backgrounds...
Culturally Informed Literacy Instruction in the Elementary Classroom: A Framework for Telling Our Stories - Paperback
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by Priscilla L. Griffith (Author), Jiening Ruan (Author)This text introduces an original, scalable instructional framework called Telling Our Stories (TOS), an approach for supporting culturally informed literacy instruction in the elementary classroom. Author BiographyPriscilla L. Griffith is an Emeritus Professor and former Endowed Chair at the University of Oklahoma, USA.Jiening Ruan is a Professor of Reading and Literacy Education at the University of Oklahoma, USA.
Number of Pages: 230
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Stroke Recovery Activity Book: Literacy Activities to strengthen Reading, Writing and Vocabulary - Paperback
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by Josephine's Papers (Author)This book is made for adults who have lost reading and writing ability due to a stoke or any Traumatic Brain Injury. It focuses on handwriting, spelling, word recognition and vocabulary through engaging activities and color images.
Number of Pages: 74
Dimensions: 0.15 x 11 x 8.5 IN
Publication Date: September 12, 2022
Un Idioma Sin Manchas: Cien Caminos En Busca del Español Correcto / An Unblemished Language. One Hundred Roads in the Quest for Correction in Spanish - Paperback
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by Ramón Alemán (Author)100 curiosidades sobre la lengua española que contagian entusiasmo y amor por un idioma que puede ser hermosamente complejo Ramón Alemán, corrector de textos y periodista con décadas de experiencia, nos trae en este libro una guía práctica para mejorar el uso de nuestro idioma a través de anécdotas y ejemplos explicados con rigor, humor y sencillez. En estas páginas, responde a las dudas que nos surgen en el día a día como hispanohablantes y nos trae la sabiduría de ...
Dualism in the "Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" by Robert Stevenson - Paperback
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by Layth Jabbar (Author)Essay from the year 2022 in the subject English Language and Literature Studies - Literature, grade: 85, language: English, abstract: This work is about dualism in the novel "The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" by Robert Stevenson. This research aims to analyze the multiple personality disorder that can be found in the novel entitled "The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde" by Robert Stevenson. There are three aims of this study. First, how multiple persona...
The Expression of Phasal Polarity in African Languages - Paperback
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by Raija Kramer (Editor)Research on language universals and research on linguistic typology are not antagonistic, but rather complementary approaches to the same fundamental problem: the relationship between the amazing diversity of languages and the profound unity of language. Only if the true extent of typological divergence is recognized can universal laws be formulated. In recent years it has become more and more evident that a broad range of languages of radically different types must be...
The Human Image in Helmuth Plessner, Pierre Bourdieu, and Psychocentric Culture - Hardcover
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by Isaac E. Catt (Author)In this book, a synthesis of philosophical anthropology in Plessner and Bourdieu is employed to critique scientific reductionism in psychiatry and to replace a disembodied medicalized image of humans with a constructive image of being human in communication.Author BiographyIsaac E. Catt is visiting scholar in philosophy of communication at Duquesne University.
Number of Pages: 234
Dimensions: 0.69 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: February 09, 2023
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Inglés Express - Paperback
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by Inglés En 100 Días (Author)Curso acelerado en 100 clases intensivas. Con Inglés express hablarás inglés rápidamente! Más rápido, imposible! Así te enseñamos inglés con INGLÉS EXPRESS, el curso de inglés que te enseña inglés de una manera directa y efectiva: 100 completas unidades educativas organizadas por temas de interés gramatical y de uso del idioma. Cada unidad del curso INGLÉS EXPRESS es una clase de inglés en sí misma: es como llevarte al profesor de inglés a tu casa! Solo para...
A Small Civilization: Journal of a 7th grade classroom - Paperback
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by Lucy Emerson Sullivan (Author)With edgy humor and revealing insight, a journalist-turned-teacher finds her 'best story, ' witnessing firsthand the metamorphosis that takes place in her students-physically, intellectually, hormonally, socially, magically, and sometimes tragically-over a pivotal 13th year
Number of Pages: 180
Dimensions: 0.41 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: November 01, 2021
Assessing and Diagnosing Speech Therapy Needs in School: Pedagogical Diagnostics in Theory and Practice - Paperback
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by Malgorzata Przybysz-Zaremba (Author), Aleksandra Siedlaczek-Szwed (Author), Krzysztof Polok (Author)Assessing and Diagnosing Speech Therapy Needs in School is a unique text that offers practical guidance in pedagogical diagnosis of speech and communication difficulties within educational settingsIt outlines theoretical assumptions of the diagnosis process and presents hands-on solutions for pedagogical and speech therapy. Underpinned by theoretical knowledge and written by experienced prac...
De-Mystifying Translation: Introducing Translation to Non-Translators - Paperback
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by Lynne Bowker (Author)This textbook provides an accessible introduction to the field of translation for students of other disciplines and readers who are not translators. It provides students outside the translation profession with a greater awareness of, and appreciation for, what goes into translation. Providing readers with tools for their own personal translation-related needs, this book encourages an ethical approach to translation and offers an insight into translation as a possible c...
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Beginner's Baby Sign Language: Sign and Sing at Home - Paperback
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by Sara Bingham (Author) Your baby is ready to sign when they can wave bye-bye What are the benefits of teaching your baby basic sign language? Beginner's Baby Sign Language: Sign and Sing at Home includes 100+ American Sign Language (ASL) signs to introduce to your baby This book is designed to show you what and when to sign to your child Not only is it surprisingly easy, signing with your baby can increase connection and bonding as you better understand baby's behavior and can relieve fr...
Language Policy and Planning for the Modern Olympic Games - Paperback
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by Jie Zhang (Author), Ingrid Piller (Preface by)This book is the first longitudinal study that addresses language policy and planning in the context of a major international sporting event and examines the ideological, political, social, cultural, and economic effects of such context-specific policy initiatives on contemporary China. The book has important reference value for future research on language management at the supernational level and language services for linguistically complex ev...
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Well Said Intro - Paperback
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by Linda Grant (Author), Eve Einselen Yu (Author)The Well Said series is designed to improve the pronunciation and communication skills of beginner to advanced students from all language backgrounds. It offers a clear course plan covering the essential areas of pronunciation, including stress, rhythm, and intonation--features that research shows help students the most. Additionally, there are over fifty pages of supplemental activities focusing on consonant and vowel sounds. The Intro level o...
The Art & Craft of Writing - Paperback
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by Artatran Mishra (Author)The book is a comprehensive text-book, guide and reference book on the art and craft of effective Writing-Skills in English Language. It is an essential compendium for Senior School, College, University Students and Teachers. Beneficial for B. A (English Honours/Elective), M. A (English), UGC-NET, CAT, MBA, GRE, GMAT, AFCAT, SSB, CDS, SSC, CLAT, TOFL, IELTS, Banking Services, State & National level Administrative Services and Competitive Examinations. A potentia...
La calle...: (short crime novel for learning Spanish.) - Paperback
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by Raphaela Floréz (Author)This is a short crime novel for learning Spanish..Each chapter has grammar units and a vocabulary list, and it also includes a few puzzle questions.. - with 1 to 1 translation - with many dialogues - with vocabulary and grammar units - to learn Spanish or just to read.
Number of Pages: 82
Dimensions: 0.17 x 8.27 x 5.83 IN
Publication Date: October 20, 2022
La calle..: (Kurz-Kriminalroman zum Spanisch Lernen.) - Paperback
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by Raphaela Floréz (Author)Dies ist ein Kurz-Kriminalroman zum Spanisch Lernen..Zu jedem Kapitel gibt es Grammatikeinheiten und eine Vokabelliste und es sind au erdem ein paar Fragen zum Miträtseln enthalten.. - mit 1 zu 1 Übersetzung - mit vielen Dialogen -zum Spanisch Lernen oder einfach zum Lesen.
Number of Pages: 84
Dimensions: 0.17 x 8.27 x 5.83 IN
Publication Date: October 20, 2022
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The Rumi Collection: An Anthology of Translations of Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi - Paperback
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by Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi (Author), Kabir Helminski (Editor)A rich introduction to the work of Rumi by the foremost scholar on the great mystical poet, featuring leading literary translations of his verse by Coleman Barks, Robert Bly, Andrew Harvey, Kabir Helminski, Camille Helminski, Daniel Liebert, and Peter Lamborn Wilson. Rumi's poems are beloved for their touching perceptions of humanity and the Divine. To display the major themes of Rumi's work, each of the eighteen chapters in this an...
The Palmer Method of Business Writing;A Series of Self-teaching Lessons in Rapid, Plain, Unshaded, Coarse-pen, Muscular Movement Writing for Use in Al - Hardcover
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by Austin Palmer (Author)This comprehensive guide will help you master the Palmer Method of writing so you can achieve perfect cursive handwriting. In a series of rapid, plain, unshaded, coarse-pen writing lessons, this guide will enable you to adopt a neat cursive writing style with rhythmic motions. The Palmer Method suggests that writing should be an exercise of the entire arm, not just the wrist and fingers. This assists writers in keeping their words legible, while writing quickly and pa...
New Perspectives on Mixed Languages: From Core to Fringe - Paperback
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by Maria Mazzoli (Editor), Eeva Sippola (Editor)A growing number of language varieties with diverse backgrounds and structural typologies have been identified as mixed. However, the debate on the status of many varieties and even on the existence of the category of "mixed languages" continues still today.This volume examines the current state of the theoretical and empirical debate on mixed languages and presents new advances from a diverse set of mixed language varieties. These cover well-kn...
Innovative Approaches in Teaching English Writing to Chinese Speakers - Paperback
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by Barry Lee Reynolds (Editor), Mark Feng Teng (Editor)Informed by theory, research, and classroom practice, the volume provides a systematic overview of critical L2 writing issues. Additionally, with the aim to support instruction across all levels of education for Chinese speakers, this book introduces pre-service and in-service teachers to new teaching ideas, techniques, and practice.Back JacketInformed by theory, research, and classroom practice, the volume provides a systematic overview ...
I can Read: The Little Luca Grey Series - Paperback
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by Leontre Williams (Author)Learn to read The Little Luca Grey way, with poetry and a splash of humor. Five unique stories with sight word list at the end of each.
Number of Pages: 52
Dimensions: 0.12 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: April 11, 2022
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Gran Libro de Baby Sign - Paperback
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by Andrea Beitia (Author)
Number of Pages: 224
Dimensions: 0.63 x 8.98 x 5.91 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: February 21, 2023
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Otro Lado, El - Paperback
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by Mariana Enriquez (Author)We find in these pages from an interview with the legendary Argentinian rocker Charly García to a text about the fixation with the author's low-cut dress. Poignant personal pieces of hers about her beginnings as a writer, the first time she was called ma'am or her fascination with homosexual eroticism coexist with splendid portraits of writers such as Bram Stoker, Mary Shelley or Neil Gaiman. Eccentric figures such as Hubert Selby Jr., Kenneth Anger or Joe Dallesan...
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Collins a Word a Day: 365 Words for Curious Minds - Hardcover
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by Collins Kids (Author), Julia Murray (Illustrator)
Number of Pages: 1
Dimensions: 0.63 x 8.35 x 5.91 IN
Publication Date: January 13, 2023
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