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Conversation analysis and discourse analysis: a comparative and critical intr…
There is no doubt that conversation analysis (CA) is an impressive and valuable approach to studying discourse, and Wooffitt does an excellent job of demonstrating its analytical sophistication and rigour' - European Journal of Communication `This is an excellent book: clear, engaging and authoritative. It treads a path through the many confusions and provides a map of the fields of conversati…
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- 0761974253
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- 234 p. ; 25 cm.
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- [KOM-LIB-120]
Methods of critical discourse analysis
This book is designed as an introduction to Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA) and gives an overview of the various theories and methods associated with this sociolinguistic approach. It also introduces the reader to the leading figures in CDA and the methods to which they are most closely related. The text aims to provide a comprehensive description of the individual methods, an understanding o…
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- 0761961534
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- viii, 200 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
- Series Title
- Introducing qualitative methods
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- [KOM-LIB-119]
The handbook of children, media, and development
The Handbook of Children, Media and Development brings together an interdisciplinary group of experts in the fields of developmental psychology, developmental science, communication, and medicine to provide an authoritative, comprehensive look at the empirical research on media and media policies within the field.25 newly-commissioned essays bring new research to the forefront, especially on di…
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- 9781405144179
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- xxiii, 614 p. ; 26 cm.
- Series Title
- Handbooks in communication and media
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- [KOM-LIB-118]
The ethnography of communication: an introduction
The Ethnography of Communication presents the terms and concepts which are essential for discussing how and why language is used and how its use varies in different cultures.Presents the essential terms and concepts introduced and developed by Dell Hymes and others and surveys the most important findings and applications of their work. Draws on insights from social anthropology and psycholingui…
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- 3rd ed.
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- 063122842X
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- ix, 325 p. ; 24 cm.
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- Language in society (Oxford, England) ; 3
- Call Number
- [KOM-LIB-117]
Understanding audiences: theory and method
The history of audience research tells us that the relationship between the media and viewers, readers and listeners is complex and requires multiple methods of analysis. In Understanding Audiences, Andy Ruddock introduces students to the range of quantitative and qualitative methods and invites his readers to consider the merits of both. Understanding Audiences: demonstrates how - practically …
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- 9781412933346
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- 201 p. ; 24 cm.
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- [KOM-LIB-116]
An introduction to cybercultures
An Introduction to Cybercultures provides an accessible guide to the major forms, practices and meanings of this rapidly-growing field. From the evolution of hardware and software to the emergence of cyberpunk film and fiction, David Bell introduces readers to the key aspects of cyberculture, including email, the internet, digital imaging technologies, computer games and digital special effects…
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- 9780415246590
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- viii, 246 p. ; 24 cm.
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- -
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- [KOM-LIB-115]
Manufacturing: design, production, automation and integration
From concept development to final production, this comprehensive text thoroughly examines the design, prototyping, and fabrication of engineering products and emphasizes modern developments in system modeling, analysis, and automatic control. This reference details various management strategies, design methodologies, traditional production techniques, and assembly applications for clear illustr…
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- 0824742737
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- xiv, 589 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
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- Manufacturing engineering and materials processing ; 63
- Call Number
- [TIN-LIB-115]
The management of technology and innovation: a strategic approach
THE MANAGEMENT OF TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION: A STRATEGIC APPROACH explores the fundamental connections linking core business strategy, technology, and innovation. The book illustrates how these functions intertwine to play a central role in process layout, systems, structural design, and product development, as well as supporting an organization's overall success. An integrated approach and rea…
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- 2nd ed.
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- 9780538478229
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- xxii, 388 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
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- -
- Call Number
- [TIN-LIB-114]
Building maintenance management
This new edition of an informative and accessible book guides building surveyors and facilities managers through the key aspects of property maintenance and continues to be of value to both students and practitioners. With the increasing cost of new-build, effective maintenance of existing building stock is becoming ever more important and building maintenance work now represents nearly half of…
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- 2nd ed.
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- 9781405135061
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- xiv, 317 p. : ill. ; 25 cm.
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- -
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- [TIN-LIB-113]
Customer relationship management
Kristin Anderson, Carol Kerr.
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- 9780071379540
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- xii, 164 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
- Series Title
- Briefcase books series
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- [TIN-LIB-112]
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