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Reflects on human experiences in a digital age.
Examines costs of mediated communication and convenience.
Investigates cultural shifts from technology’s influence.
Highlights risks to face-to-face interactions and emotions.
Discusses alienation and control in modern society.
Encourages reclaiming community, patience, and real connections.
A philosophical invitation to recover our humanity.
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Price Range: $24.99
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Master strong communication principles effectively.
Connects research to everyday life experiences.
Engaging magazine-style readings and pop culture references.
Explores social media's impact on relationships.
Diverse perspectives enhance understanding of relationships.
Includes compelling visuals and thought-provoking activities.
MindTap digital resources available for enhanced learning.
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Price Range: $78.50
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Comprehensive guide to Spanish grammar forms.
Includes examples from Spain and Latin America.
Revised sixth edition with updated content.
New chapters on key grammar areas.
Glossary of grammatical terms included.
Ideal for B2–C2 language learners.
Focus on formal and informal Spanish usage.
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Price Range: $37.90
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Builds essential intercultural communication skills.
Integrates social psychology and ethnographic studies.
Emphasizes experiential learning opportunities.
Provides practical guidelines for real-world application.
Addresses complexities of intercultural interactions.
Encourages critical thinking about media influences.
Enhances understanding of diverse cultural perspectives.
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Price Range: $53.00
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Step-by-step guidance for qualitative research projects.
Covers design, data collection, and analysis stages.
Includes personal stories and real-world applications.
New techniques like social media data-scraping.
Focus on neurodivergent populations and digital analysis.
Hands-on activities to enhance learning experience.
Companion website with teaching and learning resources.
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Price Range: $53.42
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Uncover the secrets of human behavior under stress.
Utilize behavioral profiling in high-pressure situations.
Detect deception through micro-expressions and cues.
Implement effective de-escalation techniques confidently.
Analyze patterns of fear and aggression accurately.
Stay calm and focused in crisis environments.
Transform your understanding of chaos and response.
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Price Range: $14.99
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Explores rhetoric from Greek Sophists to present.
Examines persuasive discourse's social functions.
Framework for evaluating persuasive writing and speaking.
Includes non-Western studies for broader perspective.
Covers contemporary rhetoric topics like feminist rhetoric.
Clear writing style with contemporary examples.
Emphasizes relevance of rhetoric for today's students.
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Price Range: $38.35
8
Unique approach to learning French grammar.
Authentic texts from diverse literary and journalistic sources.
Exercises for both written and spoken practice.
Focus on enjoyment and effective communication.
Includes works from renowned French authors.
Updated with new texts and revision materials.
Supports learning with an interactive companion website.
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Price Range: $39.27
9
Engaging and conversational writing style
Evidence-based tips for effective public speaking
Real-world examples and relatable stories
Encourages critical thinking and personal voice
Award-winning textbook recognized for excellence
Practical advice for students of all levels
Inspires confidence in public speaking skills
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Price Range: $51.41
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Practical communication skills for personal and professional use.
Reader-friendly text connects theory to real-world practice.
New Chapter 2 focuses on social media communication.
Integrated coverage of mediated communication throughout the book.
Diverse examples and engaging readings enhance understanding.
Compelling cartoons and vibrant photos bring concepts alive.
Popular culture references make learning relatable and fun.
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Price Range: $89.56
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Explores objects across diverse academic disciplines.
Includes writings from renowned scholars and practitioners.
Features original 'object lessons' for innovative study.
Presents classic debates and encourages new discussions.
Enhances understanding of visual culture and object dynamics.
Bridges gaps between various fields of study.
Encourages students to develop observational skills.
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Price Range: $59.39
12
Comprehensive guide to American English phonetics.
Systematic approach for effective phonetic understanding.
Classroom tested for reliable learning outcomes.
Includes phonetic transcription techniques and exercises.
Supplemental workbook with practice materials available.
Audio CDs for enhanced sound recognition.
Ideal for students and educators alike.
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Price Range: $262.28
13
Comprehensive guide to modern Spanish grammar.
Incorporates latest research from Royal Spanish Academy.
Includes updated vocabulary and technological terms.
Emphasizes both European and Latin American Spanish.
Features additional tables for easier information consolidation.
Notes integrated into text for improved readability.
Ideal reference for students, teachers, and travelers.
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Price Range: $14.90
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Explores Ryan Murphy's influential media career.
Analyzes queer themes in his diverse works.
Considers intersectional perspectives in LGBTQ+ representation.
Engages renowned scholars and emerging voices.
Suitable for Gender and Media studies students.
Highlights unique queer sensibility in storytelling.
Advances understanding of evolving gender identities.
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Price Range: $33.23
15
Updated edition of a cult classic guidebook.
Navigates confusion in the information age.
New maps for understanding data effectively.
Aesthetic considerations vs. clarity in information.
Humorous insights with engaging black-and-white cartoons.
Discussion on communication in modern work environments.
Author is a renowned architect and publisher.
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Price Range: $34.26
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Explores writing opportunities at museums and memorials.
Engages students with real-world rhetorical projects.
Includes diverse sites of public memory.
Encourages innovative approaches to teaching writing.
Addresses intersections of rhetoric and remembrance.
Supports learning from first-year to graduate students.
Creates new public archives and memorials.
Price Range: $75.99
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Explores women's speaking practices through history.
Analyzes oratorical education in the eighteenth century.
Discusses institutional and extrainstitutional settings.
Challenges traditional views on gendered public spheres.
Highlights key rhetors and movements in rhetoric.
Contributes significantly to rhetoric and communication scholarship.
Offers new perspectives on women's oratorical training.
Price Range: $58.49
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Explores trust assessment in high-risk taxi environments.
Analyzes drivers' strategies in NYC and Belfast.
Highlights ethnographic research with real taxi drivers.
Discusses signs of trustworthiness and deception.
Offers insights into minimizing personal risk.
Examines cultural differences in driver strategies.
Invites readers to understand trust dynamics deeply.
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Price Range: $29.95
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Comprehensive account of publishing's digital transformation.
Explores conflicts between traditional and new publishing models.
Analyzes the rise of ebooks and self-publishing.
Highlights the impact of audiobooks on the industry.
Discusses new players challenging established publishing norms.
Examines resilience of print books in digital age.
Essential reading for book enthusiasts and industry professionals.
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Price Range: $29.26
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Clear and accessible guide to quantitative research.
Encourages hands-on learning for active engagement.
Real communication studies bring research to life.
Immediate application of skills in research scenarios.
Includes chapter objectives and key terms for clarity.
Features case studies and data sheets for practice.
Equips students with essential research tools.
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Price Range: $120.96
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Explores unproduction studies in American film industry.
Analyzes unmade, unseen, and unreleased films.
Utilizes archival methods for historical research.
Highlights forgotten figures in film history.
Examines structural forces behind unproduced projects.
Essential for scholars in film and media studies.
Case study based on PCA records analysis.
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Price Range: $24.95
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Comprehensive grammar reference and exercises in one book.
Introduces German culture through contemporary language use.
29 units covering essential grammar topics thoroughly.
Clear explanations with English and German examples.
Engaging exercises for mastering grammar points effectively.
Updated edition with learner-centered approach and varied exercises.
Ideal for independent study or classroom use.
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Price Range: $36.95
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Engaging conversational style for first-time students.
Over 30 diverse communication theories introduced.
Mix of foundational and contemporary scholarship.
Relevant examples connect theories to pop culture.
Discrete theory presentation promotes integrative understanding.
Flexible for instructors to rearrange content.
Solid foundation for understanding relationships between theories.
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Price Range: $59.00
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Step-by-step approach to learning German.
No prior knowledge required for beginners.
Interactive exercises for regular practice.
Concise grammar notes for easy understanding.
Useful vocabulary and pronunciation guide included.
Answer key and reference section provided.
Free downloadable audio material available.
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Price Range: $36.57
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Explores institutional logics in higher education publishing.
Links cultural analysis with organizational decision-making processes.
Analyzes changes from 1950s to 1990s publishing.
Examines shifts from independent to corporate publishing cultures.
Applicable lessons for all professional services industries.
Develops a theory of attention in market characteristics.
Offers insights into executive decision-making determinants.
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Price Range: $70.00
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Innovative study of African American digital rhetoric.
Links oral, print, and digital storytelling traditions.
DJs as models of rhetorical excellence and storytelling.
Explores mixtape culture and community engagement.
Embraces tensions in black rhetorical traditions.
Combines vernacular and academic writing practices.
Compels fresh perspectives on African American rhetoric.
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Price Range: $39.00
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Explores humor's role in American politics.
Written by diverse political science experts.
Analyzes media's portrayal of political humor.
Investigates humor's impact on political discourse.
Ideal for media and politics courses.
Engaging insights for public opinion studies.
Combines humor with serious political analysis.
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Price Range: $66.99
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Explores the significance of media interfaces.
Contrasts optimistic and pessimistic views on media.
Proposes the concept of the 'interface effect.'
Analyzes various forms of digital culture.
Engages with philosophy and cultural theory.
Focuses on interfaces as aesthetic activities.
Questions the political implications of interfaces.
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Price Range: $22.95
