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The Intercultural Communication Playbook
by Teri Kwal Gamble Michael W. Gamble Xiaowen GuanFeaturing a three-prong approach on culture, communication, and creative problem solving, The Intercultural Communication Playbook, with its unique, user-friendly layout and presentation, highlights how active, imaginative, and productive problem-solving methods can transform the way students understand intercultural communication. This framework from authors Teri Kwal Gamble, Michael W. Gamble, and Xiaowen Guan guides learners to understand their intercultural identity, broaden their worldview, and successfully improve their communication in real-world settings. Each chapter features exercises that encourage students to diversify their everyday thinking, individually examine their personal preferences, eliminate mental barriers, and discover innovative solutions to intercultural communication challenges.
The Politics of the Presidency
by John Anthony Maltese Andrew Rudalevige Joseph A. PikaGet the most up-to-date coverage and analysis of the presidency with this comprehensive text. Never losing sight of the foundations of the office, The Politics of the Presidency maintains a balance between historical context and contemporary scholarship on the executive branch, providing a solid foundation for any presidency course. Now in its Eleventh Edition, Maltese, Rudalevige, and Pika thoroughly analyze the change and continuity in Biden′s first two and a half years in office and look forward to the competitive setting for the 2024 presidential race.
Thriving!: A Manual for Students in the Helping Professions
by Lennis G. Echterling Jack Presbury Eric W. Cowan A. Renee Staton Debbie C. Sturm Michele L. Kielty J. Edson McKee Anne L. Stewart William F. EvansWritten in a conversational and engaging style, this updated and expanded Third Edition of Thriving! helps future counselors and therapists to succeed in their training and professional development throughout their graduate careers. This informative and inspirational book includes an overview of the literature, personal accounts from students, practical tips/activities, and the latest coverage of such topics as advances in neuroscience research, crisis intervention, and more!
Law and Society
by Matthew LippmanLaw and Society, Fourth Edition, offers a contemporary overview of the structure and function of legal institutions, along with a lively discussion of both criminal and civil law and their impact on society. Unlike other books on law and society, Matthew Lippman takes an interdisciplinary approach that highlights the relevance of the law throughout our society. Distinctive coverage of diversity, inequality, civil liberties, and globalism is intertwined through an organized theme in a strong narrative. The highly anticipated Fourth Edition of this practical and invigorating text introduces students to both the influence of law on society and the influence of society on the law. Discussions of the pressing issues facing today′s society include key topics such as the law and inequality, international human rights, privacy and surveillance, and law and social control.
IR: Seeking Security, Prosperity, and Quality of Life in a Changing World
by James M. Scott Yasemin Akbaba Ralph G. Carter A. Cooper DruryIR: Seeking Security, Prosperity, and Quality of Life in a Changing World presents a comprehensive approach to understanding world politics through the lens of security, prosperity, and quality of life in a rapidly evolving global environment. The book not only acquaints students with events, but also broadens the context to analyze larger patterns, making the experience immersive and engaging. Thoroughly updated, the Fifth Edition incorporates new theoretical perspectives, coverage of important events and trends of recent years, and current data and research.
The Intercultural Communication Playbook
by Teri Kwal Gamble Michael W. Gamble Xiaowen GuanFeaturing a three-prong approach on culture, communication, and creative problem solving, The Intercultural Communication Playbook, with its unique, user-friendly layout and presentation, highlights how active, imaginative, and productive problem-solving methods can transform the way students understand intercultural communication. This framework from authors Teri Kwal Gamble, Michael W. Gamble, and Xiaowen Guan guides learners to understand their intercultural identity, broaden their worldview, and successfully improve their communication in real-world settings. Each chapter features exercises that encourage students to diversify their everyday thinking, individually examine their personal preferences, eliminate mental barriers, and discover innovative solutions to intercultural communication challenges.
Law and Society
by Matthew LippmanLaw and Society, Fourth Edition, offers a contemporary overview of the structure and function of legal institutions, along with a lively discussion of both criminal and civil law and their impact on society. Unlike other books on law and society, Matthew Lippman takes an interdisciplinary approach that highlights the relevance of the law throughout our society. Distinctive coverage of diversity, inequality, civil liberties, and globalism is intertwined through an organized theme in a strong narrative. The highly anticipated Fourth Edition of this practical and invigorating text introduces students to both the influence of law on society and the influence of society on the law. Discussions of the pressing issues facing today′s society include key topics such as the law and inequality, international human rights, privacy and surveillance, and law and social control.
IR: Seeking Security, Prosperity, and Quality of Life in a Changing World
by James M. Scott Yasemin Akbaba Ralph G. Carter A. Cooper DruryIR: Seeking Security, Prosperity, and Quality of Life in a Changing World presents a comprehensive approach to understanding world politics through the lens of security, prosperity, and quality of life in a rapidly evolving global environment. The book not only acquaints students with events, but also broadens the context to analyze larger patterns, making the experience immersive and engaging. Thoroughly updated, the Fifth Edition incorporates new theoretical perspectives, coverage of important events and trends of recent years, and current data and research.
Thriving!: A Manual for Students in the Helping Professions
by Lennis G. Echterling Jack Presbury Eric W. Cowan A. Renee Staton Debbie C. Sturm Michele L. Kielty J. Edson McKee Anne L. Stewart William F. EvansWritten in a conversational and engaging style, this updated and expanded Third Edition of Thriving! helps future counselors and therapists to succeed in their training and professional development throughout their graduate careers. This informative and inspirational book includes an overview of the literature, personal accounts from students, practical tips/activities, and the latest coverage of such topics as advances in neuroscience research, crisis intervention, and more!
The Politics of the Presidency
by John Anthony Maltese Andrew Rudalevige Joseph A. PikaGet the most up-to-date coverage and analysis of the presidency with this comprehensive text. Never losing sight of the foundations of the office, The Politics of the Presidency maintains a balance between historical context and contemporary scholarship on the executive branch, providing a solid foundation for any presidency course. Now in its Eleventh Edition, Maltese, Rudalevige, and Pika thoroughly analyze the change and continuity in Biden′s first two and a half years in office and look forward to the competitive setting for the 2024 presidential race.
Mission: Irresistible (A Year of Loving Dangerously)
by Sharon SalaRevisit a classic romantic suspense novel by New York Times Bestselling Author, Sharon Sala. From the miniseries A Year of Loving Dangerously.The brilliant SPEAR agent, Alicia Corbin has been given a new assignment: to persuade retired agent East Kirby to return to the field and catch the traitor that is threatening the head of the organization. East has no intention to go back, even if the opportunity of working side by side with the incredibly attractive agent, Alicia Corbin is on the table. But when his son gets kidnapped by the same person that is threatening the organization, East and Ally join forces to successfully complete the mission, rescue his son, and gain a potential partner… for life.Previously published.A Year of Loving Dangerously: Mission: Irresistible Undercover Bride Night of No Return Her Secret Weapon Hero At Large
The Viscount's Unconventional Lady: A Steamy Historical Romance Book (The Talk of the Beau Monde)
by Virginia HeathThe notorious viscount And the most gossiped-about lady… After years as a diplomat in the Napoleonic Wars, Lord Eastwood is reluctant to return to London society. His scandalous divorce has made him infamous, not to mention cantankerous! To halt the rumor mill, he should marry a quiet noblewoman—instead it&’s bold, vibrant artist Faith Brookes who&’s caught his attention. They are the least suitable match, so why is he like a moth to a flame? Previously published Discover all 3 charming titles in The Talk of the Beau Monde collection: The Viscount&’s Unconventional Lady The Marquess Next Door How Not to Chaperone a Lady
How Not to Chaperone a Lady: A Steamy Historical Romance Book (The Talk of the Beau Monde)
by Virginia HeathHis childhood nemesis… …is the woman he can&’t resist! Chaperoning Charity Brookes while she&’s on a singing tour should be easy for Griffith Philpot—he&’s spent his whole life sparring with her over her flighty ways! But as he discovers that she&’s much more than the impetuous girl he thought he knew, a passion ignites between them… Sharing a steamy kiss leaves him torn—he&’s supposed to be responsible for guarding her virtue! Previously published Discover all 3 charming titles in The Talk of the Beau Monde collection: The Viscount&’s Unconventional Lady The Marquess Next Door How Not to Chaperone a Lady
Ian's Ultimate Gamble: An African American Romance (The Westmorelands)
by Brenda JacksonYou never forget a Westmoreland man… Don&’t miss this sweepingly romantic and sexy story from New York Times bestselling author Brenda Jackson!Things have never been better for casino owner, Ian Westmoreland. An ambitious and determined man, he&’s used to getting what he wants, which has served him well as the new owner of a luxury casino and resort. Channeling everything into the success of his business, he has little time for love – especially when it comes to the Brooke Chamberlain – the woman who ignited a passion inside him like no other but who also betrayed him…It's hard to get over a Westmoreland and no one knows that better than Brooke. Her career as an FBI agent required her to put up impenetrable walls that made their relationship impossible. When she is sent on assignment to Ian&’s new casino, her nerves about seeing him again are quickly replaced by the sparks that occur whenever he is near.But Ian is still wary of her…with good reason and all bets are off when their game of seduction could lead to something real.Previously publishedWant more Westmoreland action? Check out these titles from Brenda Jackson: Seduction, Westmoreland Style Spencer&’s Forbidden Passion Taming Clint Westmoreland Cole&’s Red-Hot Pursuit
Operation Reunion: A Murder Mystery Book (Cutter's Code)
by Justine Davis"I thought you were through with me."What does the dog know? When Kayla meets Cutter, the big, brown Belgian, she&’s at a crossroads. She&’s certain she&’s about to clear her brother of her parents&’ murder. But Dane, her longtime love, is just as sure that she&’s wasting her life. One man needs her. The other, apparently, doesn&’t... Although it breaks her heart, the choice is made.Only Dane Burdette isn&’t going anywhere. As loyal as that dog, he still loves the beautiful girl next door, even if her life has been derailed. And when danger comes back to their small town, he knows she – and their love – is at risk. Kayla has made her quest her life. Neither Dane nor Cutter will let it take her life, too.Read more from the Cutter's Code series! Book 1: Operation Midnight Book 2: Operation Reunion Book 3: Operation Search and Rescue Book 4: Operation Unleashed Book 5: Operation Power Play Book 6: Operation Homecoming Book 7: Operation Soldier Next Door Book 8: Operation Alpha Book 9: Operation Notorious Book 10: Operation Hero's Watch Book 11: Operation Second Chance Book 12: Operation Mountain Recovery Book 13: Operation Whistleblower Book 14: Operation Payback Book 15: Operation Witness Protection Book 16: Operation Takedown Book 17: Operation Rafe's RedemptionPreviously Published
Texas-Sized Secrets
by Elle JamesFrom New York Times Bestselling Author Elle JamesShe doesn&’t need a man…She needs a cowboy to help defend her landFive months pregnant and facing foreclosure Mona Grainger needs a ranch hand. Someone who can handle cattle rustlers and a gun. Reed Bryson is just the cowboy for the job. He&’s hard working and protective and man alive can he fill out a pair of jeans. But with threats to her herd and her land, Mona will need to stand tall against the threats to everything she holds dear… Can she and Reed hold out amid danger closing in on all fronts?Previously Published
Greek's Convenient Cinderella: A Steamy Marriage of Convenience Story
by Lynne GrahamLose yourself in this spicy rags to riches, secret baby, marriage of convenience Greek billionaire romance by USA TODAY bestselling author Lynne Graham!The bride, the groom…And the unexpected baby!As innocent Tansy prepares to meet Jude Alexandris at the altar, she knows their vows are purely practical—the billionaire must wed immediately to protect his mother&’s home. However, there&’s something Tansy hasn&’t shared with her husband-to-be: his ring is her only hope of getting custody of her little half sister!Jude would be lying if he said he hadn&’t imagined the passion he might share with Tansy. But he didn&’t plan on a baby crashing their honeymoon! Suddenly his Cinderella bride is forcing closed-off Jude to rethink his entire world… Might there be more to this marriage than chemistry and convenience?Previously published as The Greek's Convenient Cinderella.From Harlequin Presents: Escape to exotic locations where passion knows no bounds.
Rags to Riches Collection: Three Classic Regency Romances
by Louise AllenHarlequin Historical brings you this lively, enchanting Cinderella collection from award-winning author Louise Allen The Viscount's Betrothal Miss Decima Ross knows for a fact that her overbearing family regularly remind themselves to "marry off poor dear Dessy." But who would ever want a graceless, freckled beanpole like herself? Hearing that she is once more to be paraded in front of an eligible gentleman, Decima hurriedly leaves her brother's house. And encounters Adam Grantham, Viscount Weston, the first man she's ever met who's tall enough to sweep her off her feet…literally! Could such a handsome rake really find her attractive? No Place for a Lady Miss Bree Mallory has no time for the pampered aristocracy! She's too taken up with running the best coaching company on the roads. But an accidental meeting with an earl changes everything.... Soon, beautiful Bree has established herself in Society. She hopes no one will discover that she once drove the stage from London to Newbury...or that she returned unchaperoned with the rakishly attractive Max Dysart, Earl of Penrith. Bree's independence is hard-won: she has no interest in marriage. But Max's kisses are powerfully—passionately—persuasive! From Ruin to Riches Ruined and on the run, Julia Prior is in desperate straits when she meets a gentleman with a shocking proposal. Certain he is close to death, William Hadfield, Lord Dereham, sees Julia as the perfect woman to care for his beloved estate when he is gone—if she will first become his wife…. Marriage is Julia's salvation—as Lady Hadfield, she can finally escape her sins. Until three years later, when the husband she believes to be dead returns, as handsome and strong as ever and intent on claiming the wedding night they never had! Previously published
The Mechanisms of Agile Management (Routledge Studies in Innovation, Organizations and Technology)
by Klara-Aylin WentenThis book is about the underlying mechanisms of agile management that control work processes in the context of industrial tech development. It challenges commonly held beliefs in adaptability, collaboration and flattened hierarchies claimed to be achieved by agile approaches. In asking how these promises are put into practice, this book offers novel insights into how work is controlled in times of increasing flexibility and constant change in the world of work and management.Through a rich analysis of a case study in industrial tech companies, Klara‑Aylin Wenten argues that agility is deeply entrenched in ambivalences ranging between planning and improvising, caring and exploiting, intimacy and professional distance, accuracy and imperfection and autonomy and control. She illuminates the challenging expectations and invisible work efforts that employees are faced with to adhere to the promise of agility. In introducing the concept of ‘management scripts’, the author sheds light on how action patterns, work habits, roles, interactions or artifacts embed (unspoken) guidelines instructing and controlling employees’ daily work lives. This lens on scripts challenges conventional management theories and highlights the pivotal role of material objects in work control. This book thus extends our understanding of the heterogeneity of humans and nonhumans contributing to the dynamics of managerial control, even beyond the scope of agile methodologies.This book appeals to an academic audience ranging from the humanities and social sciences to more practice‑based disciplines in management and business. As a research monograph, this book is predominantly dedicated to academic scholars in the fields of Science and Technology Studies, organization and management studies and the sociology of work but also addresses practitioners and scholars interested in business, innovation, design, anthropology or cultural studies.Chapter 1 of this book is freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.
All to Play For: How to design child-friendly housing
by Dinah BornatHow can we meet the needs of children and young people?Just over 20% of the UK population is under the age of 18, yet they remain largely ignored when it comes to designing the places where they live.In this book, leading architect Dinah Bornat shows how we can shape communities for and with children and young people, as well as the benefits this can achieve.It combines compelling evidence, guidance and illustrated case studies to provide practical solutions for replacing, refurbishing, and reinvigorating an ageing housing stock through child-friendly design.It has become increasingly important for everyone involved in built environment projects to demonstrate a commitment to social value. This book provides opportunities to realise social value in a number of ways, including better engagement.
Web3 Governance: Law and Policy (Routledge Research in the Law of Emerging Technologies)
by Joseph Lee Jyh-An LeeFocusing on four key aspects of Web3, the book explores metaverses, data governance, public and private law interfaces, and access to justice, presenting new research on the impact of data analytics on transactions within law, on regulatory activities, and on the practice of law.Artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics have played a key role in the development of Web3, transforming the governance of existing digital platforms and enabling the formation of new platforms. Web3 is increasingly used for commercial and social interactions and is predicted to be the future of the internet. As a blockchain-based web, Web3 provides a platform for cryptocurrencies, non-fungible tokens (NFTs), decentralised autonomous organisations, and decentralised finance. Web3 users can read, write, and even own their own version of the web, which has transformed the space for commerce and social interaction, but brings inherent risks. This book identifies the principles in law and policy which can be used as the basis for the development of Web3 activities and their regulation with a focus on security, scalability, and sustainability. Though digital platforms and underlying technologies have reshaped our daily lives and business practices, they have also caused numerous legal problems. The book considers the interaction of data analytics with well-established fields of study such as financial law, tax law, intellectual property, data protection, private international law, and internet law.Addressing the current knowledge gap in the legal literature on Web3, including blockchain, AI, and data governance in commercial and social activities, it develops new baseline frameworks which will form the foundation for new research into data governance, FinTech, and RegTech, as well as social and market infrastructure, and will be essential reading for scholars in law, business studies, economics, public administration, and regulation.
Anthropology of Reproduction: The Basics (The Basics)
by Sallie Han Cecília TomoriAnthropology of Reproduction: The Basics is a clear and accessible guide to topics in reproduction from the perspective of anthropology, emphasizing the central importance of reproduction in human sociocultural and biological experience. It examines why reproduction matters so much to human beings and what anthropology offers to better understand their decisions about having or not having children, and their experiences with periods, infertility, contraception, abortion, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, birth, and care for children. The book shows that all of reproduction is shaped by our evolution, prehistory and history, as well as the cultural, social, political, and economic contexts and conditions that impact our lives. It tells the story of how these conditions enable, support, constrain or coerce reproduction – and how people around the world survive or thrive within, comply with, or resist against these forces to create their reproductive futures. Its primary goals are to promote:· an understanding of human reproduction as sociocultural and biological experience· awareness of and attention to the sociocultural, historical, political, and economic contexts and conditions influence the ideas and practices of human reproduction, particularly how social inequities shape reproduction and, in turn, how we can move towards more equal and just reproductive futures.· to introduce and reinforce an understanding of anthropology as a discipline taking a holistic approach to human experiences. This student-friendly text provides an overview of the fundamental principles of reproduction and is an invaluable guide for anyone wanting to learn more about this fascinating subject.It is an essential read for students approaching the subject for the first time, as well as researchers coming to the topic from another discipline in the sciences and humanities.
Post-Truth Politics: A Brave New World?
by Elesa ZehndorferIn recent years, rapid innovations in generative AI and social media technologies have enabled fake news to explode across our social media accounts and TV screens.Post-truth political content now routinely manipulates our realities, microtargeting us, exploiting our desires and turning our fears against us. It is an age where politics runs on emotion, not cognition, and where the democratization of disinformation has spawned a whole new global industry of disinformation entrepreneurs. It has amplified polarization, using hate, anger and fear as its oxygen.Fake news continues to bolster levels of right-wing populism not seen since the 1930s. If left unchallenged, it will continue to place its jackboot ever harder against the upturned face of democracy.Post-Truth Politics: A Brave New World? empowers voters to fight back. It provides, for the first time, a complete view of the global disinformation ecosystem: who is targeting us, how we are microtargeted, and which evolutionary, technological, marketing, neurological and military approaches are being used to manipulate us.This non-partisan book will resonate with all supporters of democracy (conservative, liberal, centrist), alongside academics in fields as diverse as media studies, sociology, politics, marketing, military studies and creative writing.
Developing Employability Capital in University Students: A Practical Guide
by William E. DonaldThis comprehensive guide introduces and operationalises the Employability Capital Growth Model (ECGM), offering an innovative tool for career development practitioners and academics to prepare university students for a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous labour market.By adopting a holistic view of graduate employability complemented by Sustainable Career Ecosystem Theory, this book offers interdisciplinary insights from applied psychology, career development, higher education, human resource management, and sociology. The book is divided into four parts: Part I begins with the theoretical foundations of a sustainable career ecosystem and the development of the ECGM. Part II offers an in-depth exploration of the ECGM, incorporating nine forms of capital, contextual and temporal factors, and personal outcomes. Part III presents a 10-step guide to using the ECGM with university students, informed by 19 cases from 26 career development practitioners and academics from across 16 countries and 6 continents. Part IV encourages readers to consider the implications for other actors within a sustainable career ecosystem and concludes with a summary of the key takeaways for each chapter. Whether used in one-to-one sessions, group workshops, or as part of university curricula, this book makes the ECGM accessible and easily applicable for anyone seeking innovative strategies to support university students in achieving sustainable and fulfilling careers.
Conducting Research: Social and Behavioral Science Methods
by Gül Seçkin Lawrence T. OrcherConducting Research prepares students to conduct their first empirical research study, with quantitative and qualitative methods covered in detail. The emphasis is on providing practical, easy-to-follow advice on how to conduct a first research project.This book walks students through each step of the research process, from selecting a research topic and participants to analysing data and presenting research findings. Notably, the third edition places a heightened emphasis on digital social science research methods, encompassing both quantitative and qualitative methodological approaches. The primary focus is on providing practical and easily comprehensible guidance for successfully executing an empirical project for a research methods and design course. The updated real research examples serve to exemplify the application of research principles in an empirical social science research context, further enhancing the students' preparedness for their research project. Furthermore, the inclusion of enhanced online resources for both students and instructors renders this an ideal text for social sciences courses in multiple disciplines such as sociology, psychology, education and healthcare.With online resources for students and instructors, this is the ideal text across the social sciences, such as sociology, psychology, healthcare and education.New to this edition: A new chapter on digital social science methods incorporating both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies A new chapter on research ethics to support the foundations of research knowledge All-new support materials available online for instructors and students