Wittgenstein and the Social Sciences: Action, Ideology and Justice (Vinten Robert)(Paperback)

Wittgenstein and the Social Sciences: Action, Ideology and Justice (Vinten Robert)(Paperback)

Vinten looks at the relationship between Wittgenstein's philosophy and the social sciences as well as at the ideological implications of Wittgenstein's philosophy and applications of Wittgenstein's philosophy to problems in social science. He examines and assesses the work of thinkers like Richard

Social (In)Justice and Mental Health (Shim Ruth S.)(Paperback)

Social (In)Justice and Mental Health introduces readers to the concept of social justice and the outsized, but often ignored, role that social injustice plays in the identification, diagnosis, and management of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The contributors are first-rate,

Social Sciences: The Big Issues (Woodward Kath)(Paperback)

The social sciences are about people and the relationships between individuals and the social and material world we live in. They are about the social structures which shape - and are shaped by - social forces such as ethnicity, race, gender, sexuality and age and the bodies we inhabit. How are

Intercultural Communication: Globalization and Social Justice (Sorrells Kathryn)(Paperback)

Intercultural Communication: Globalization and Social Justice introduces students to the study of communication among cultures within the broader context of globalization. Author Kathryn Sorrells highlights history, power, and global institutions as central to understanding the relationships and

Building Successful Online Communities: Evidence-Based Social Design (Kraut Robert E.)(Paperback)

How insights from the social sciences, including social psychology and economics, can improve the design of online communities.Online communities are among the most popular destinations on the Internet, but not all online communities are equally successful. For every flourishing Facebook, there is

Readings for Diversity and Social Justice (Adams Maurianne)(Paperback)

For nearly 20 years, Readings for Diversity and Social Justice has been the trusted, leading anthology to cover a wide range of social oppressions from a social justice standpoint. With full sections dedicated to racism, religious oppression, classism, ableism, youth and elder oppression, as well

Social Linguistics and Literacies: Ideology in Discourses (Gee James)(Paperback)

In its first edition, Social Linguistics and Literacies was a major contribution to the emerging interdisciplinary field of sociocultural approaches to language and literacy, and was one of the founding texts of the 'New Literacy Studies'.This book serves as a classic introduction to the study of

Quantum Mind and Social Science (Wendt Alexander)(Paperback)

There is an underlying assumption in the social sciences that consciousness and social life are ultimately classical physical/material phenomena. In this ground-breaking book, Alexander Wendt challenges this assumption by proposing that consciousness is, in fact, a macroscopic quantum mechanical

Wittgenstein and Davidson on Language, Thought, and Action (Verheggen Claudine)(Pevná vazba)

Wittgenstein and Davidson are two of the most influential and controversial figures of twentieth-century philosophy. However, whereas Wittgenstein is often regarded as a deflationary philosopher, Davidson is considered to be a theory builder and systematic philosopher par excellence. Consequently,

Ideas Arrangements Effects - Systems Design and Social Justice (Social Intervention The Design Studio for)(Paperback / softback)

Oxford Children's Classics: Kidnapped (Stevenson Robert Louis)(Paperback / softback)

A quest for justice . . . and revenge! If you like action-packed adventure, then Kidnapped is the story for you! Not only does this edition include the complete, unabridged text, it is also full of extra material to help you get the most from the story and gives lots of recommendations for other

Social Justice and the City (Harvey David)(Paperback)

Throughout his distinguished and influential career, David Harvey has defined and redefined the relationship between politics, capitalism, and the social aspects of geographical theory. Laying out Harvey's position that geography could not remain objective in the face of urban poverty and

Politics Goes to the Movies: Hollywood, Europe, and Beyond (Kolker Robert P.)(Paperback)

Politics Goes to the Movies introduces the topic of political representation and ideology by analyzing some of the most important politically themed films across the history of cinema in a refreshing and concise volume. Offering a survey of political cinema from 1915 to present day, topics include:

Photovoice for Social Justice: Visual Representation in Action (Breny Jean M.)(Paperback)

Photovoice for Social Justice, the latest volume in SAGE′s Qualitative Research Methods Series, helps readers in the health and social sciences learn the foundations and applications of this exciting qualitative method. Authors Jean M. Breny and Shannon L. McMorrow approach photovoice as not only

Discourse and Identity (Benwell Bethan)(Paperback)

'Identity' is a central organizing feature of our social world. Across the social sciences and humanities, it is increasingly treated as something that is actively and publicly accomplished in discourse. This book defines identity in its broadest sense, in terms of how people display who they are

Research Methods for Social Justice and Equity in Education (Atkins Liz)(Paperback)

Research Methods for Social Justice and Equity in Education offers researchers a full understanding of very important concepts, showing how they can be used a means to develop practical strategies for undertaking research that makes a difference to the lives of marginalised and disadvantaged

Think Complexity: Complexity Science and Computational Modeling (Downey Allen B.)(Paperback)

Complexity science uses computation to explore the physical and social sciences. In Think Complexity, you'll use graphs, cellular automata, and agent-based models to study topics in physics, biology, and economics. Whether you're an intermediate-level Python programmer or a student of

Not in Our Genes: Biology, Ideology, and Human Nature (Lewontin Richard)(Paperback)

Three eminent scientists analyze the scientific, social, and political roots of biological

The Art of Effective Facilitation: Reflections from Social Justice Educators (Landreman Lisa M.)(Paperback)

Co-published with How can I apply learning and social justice theory to become a better facilitator? Should I prepare differently for workshops around specific identities? How do I effectively respond when things aren't going as planned? This book is intended for the increasing number of faculty

Key Issues in Education and Social Justice (Smith Emma)(Paperback)

Frontiers of Justice: Disability, Nationality, Species Membership (Nussbaum Martha C.)(Paperback)

Theories of social justice are necessarily abstract, reaching beyond the particular and the immediate to the general and the timeless. Yet such theories, addressing the world and its problems, must respond to the real and changing dilemmas of the day. A brilliant work of practical philosophy,

Why Buddhism Is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment (Wright Robert)(Paperback)

Documentary Research in the Social Sciences (Tight Malcolm)(Paperback)

From diaries and letters to surveys and interview transcripts, documents are a cornerstone of social science research. This book guides you through the documentary research process, from choosing the best research design, through data collection and analysis, to publishing and sharing research

Social Choreography: Ideology as Performance in Dance and Everyday Movement (Hewitt Andrew)(Paperback)

Through the concept of 'social choreography' Andrew Hewitt demonstrates how choreography has served not only as metaphor for modernity but also as a structuring blueprint for thinking about and shaping modern social organization. Bringing dance history and critical theory together, he shows that