This landmark collection brings leading scholars in the field of political communication to debate one of the most important questions of our age: Can the media serve democracy? For the media to be democratic, they must enter into a positive relationship with their readers, viewers and listeners as citizens rather than consumers who buy things, audiences who gaze upon spectacles or isolated egos, obsessed with themselves. The media's first task is to remind people that they are inhabitants of a world in which they can make a difference. By enabling citizens to encounter and make sense of events, relationships and cultures of which they have no direct experience, the media constitute a public arena in which members of the public come together as more than passing strangers.

Shows the strong business case for diversity and the deleterious effects of not allowing diversity to take root in organizations by providing a fascinating insight into the case for gender diversity in the professional services, marketing and digital arenas, and the way in which a diversity mindset can be fostered in organizations.

The benefits of Diversity are frequently mentioned but rarely spellt out. This edited book highlights specific ways in which organizations can profit from Diversity, and a discussion of some of the obstacles that can stand in the way of doing this.

In this fully updated second edition of Volume II of his two-volume" A History of Russia," Walter G Moss has significantly revised his text and bibliography to reflect new research findings and controversies on numerous subjects. He has also brought the history up to date by revising the post-Soviet material, which now covers events from the end of 1991 up to the present day. This new edition retains the features of the first edition that have made it a popular choice in universities and colleges throughout the US and Canada, and around the world.Moss s accessible history includes full treatments of politics, economics, foreign affairs and wars, and also of everyday life, women, legal developments, religion, literature, art, and popular culture. In addition, it provides many other features that have proven successful with both academics and students, including a well-organized and clearly written text; references to varying historical viewpoints; numerous illustrations and maps that supplement and amplify the text; fully updated bibliographies accompanying each chapter as well as a general bibliography of more comprehensive works; a glossary; and a chronology of important events. Moss s "A History of Russia" will appeal to academics, students, and general readers alike.

This new edition retains the features of the first edition that made it a popular choice in universities and colleges throughout the US, Canada and around the world. Moss's accessible history includes full treatment of everyday life, the role of women, rural life, law, religion, literature and art. In addition, it provides many other features that have proven successful with both professors and students, including: a well-organized and clearly written text, references to varying historical perspectives, numerous illustrations and maps that supplement and amplify the text, fully updated bibliographies accompanying each chapter as well as a general bibliography of more comprehensive works, a glossary, and chronological and genealogical lists. Moss's 'A History of Russia' will appeal to academics, students and general readers alike.

An enthralling analysis of the defining social and political events of the twentieth century.

Shows the strong business case for diversity and the deleterious effects of not allowing diversity to take root in organizations by providing a fascinating insight into the case for gender diversity in the professional services, marketing and digital arenas, and the way in which a diversity mindset can be fostered in organizations.

The benefits of Diversity are frequently mentioned but rarely spellt out. This edited book highlights specific ways in which organisations can profit from Diversity, and a discussion of some of the obstacles that can stand in the way of doing this.

This landmark collection brings leading scholars in the field of political communication to debate one of the most important questions of our age: Can the media serve democracy? For the media to be democratic, they must enter into a positive relationship with their readers, viewers and listeners as citizens rather than consumers who buy things, audiences who gaze upon spectacles or isolated egos, obsessed with themselves. The media's first task is to remind people that they are inhabitants of a world in which they can make a difference. By enabling citizens to encounter and make sense of events, relationships and cultures of which they have no direct experience, the media constitute a public arena in which members of the public come together as more than passing strangers.

The recipient of two Literary Awards for her book, Depression Exposed, A Spiritual Enlightenment on a Dark Subject, Dr. Moss does it again! How to Grieve and Let Go with Dignity not only assists people in experiencing victorious grief, but it also teaches individuals how to re-prioritize their lives after a loss so they can fulfill destiny, the real place of euphoria. This book is written in two parts. Book One deals with grief associated with the death of a loved one, while Book Two addresses issues pertaining to divorce or abandonment. This book is for anyone who has been sucker-punched by life. To enhance the quality and quantity of life, the book also includes an Appendix filled with helpful data for planning a funeral, writing a Will and Testament, or starting a healthy lifestyle program complete with an exercise regimen that will help you lose weight. This program helped her lose and keep off over 50 pounds. Dr. Moss is an anointed speaker and writer specializing in empowering people of all faiths and lifestyles to grow and develop emotionally and spiritually. A great orator, she speaks to vast audiences globally on a variety of subjects destined to bring total life prosperity. Her cut-to-the chase method makes her a popular speaker in both the religious and secular communities. Dr. Moss holds two Masters' and a Doctorate Degree. She is Co-Pastor of Soteria Christian Center International and the Co-Founder of the Soteria Community Resource Center, a tax-exempt organization consisting of various programs to support community growth and expansion, both located in Smithfield, Virginia. She is ecstatically married to Pastor Perry Moss, Jr. They have one daughter Dawn Nicole and a beautiful granddaughter Breanna Octavia who reside in Bridgeport, Connecticut.

What makes this book different from all the other books on depression? This book offers hope outside the traditional remedies that only manage depression. Dr. Moss promises a 100 percent cure rate for anyone who aggressively applies the principles revealed in this book. This is compared to a 70 percent recurrence of depression for those taking anti-depressants. In this book, you are introduced to another reality; a spiritual reality called the Kingdom of God. As a citizen of the Kingdom of God, you can operate by the principles of heaven that totally annihilate all oppression including depression. The information presented can be used to eradicate not only sickness from your life, but poverty, lack, low-self esteem and many others. A prescription consisting of foolproof and drug-free principles is provided at the end of the book that guarantees unparalleled success. Dr. Belinda G. Moss is the Co-Founder, Co-Pastor and Executive Director of Soteria Christian Center International, and Co-Founder of the Soteria Community Resource Center, a non-profit organization consisting of Literacy, Substance Abuse and Fatherhood Programs, and a ministry to seniors. She is an ordained and licensed minister, and has pastored churches for over 27 years. She holds two Masters Degrees and an earned Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Counseling Supervision. Dr. Moss is an internationally known speaker recognized for her cut-to-the-chase delivery and passion to see God's children (whether they know Him or not) realize and enjoy their covenant rights as citizens of the Kingdom of God. She is the honored wife of Pastor Perry Moss, Jr., and has one daughter Dawn Nicole, married to Minister Sebastian Corbin. She has one grandchild, Breanna Octavia.

The latest research on literacy education made more accessible

To help students and beginning teachers understand contemporary issues in literacy education, this book provides a collection of edited readings and accompanying strategies. The articles have been selected to provide a balance between readings that focus on key theoretical concerns and others that suggest classroom applications of those guiding principles.

Key Features

The text is organized into sections representing today s most important literacy concerns.

The readings are contextualized with section introductions by the editors that provide an overview of each topic.

Section introductions also include hands-on instructional strategies to help students negotiate the articles, promote overall comprehension, and apply the material in practice.

Articles have been edited to be accessible and relevant to students, and they provide a variety of viewpoints on the issues raised.

A selection of the articles is available in full-text form at www.sagepub.com/cappello.

This text will help instructors integrate the latest research into their courses in a meaningful way and show students how to apply research and theory to practice.

Includes Articles From the Following Journals:

American Educational Research Journal

American Educator

California Reader

Educational Leadership

Educational Policy

Education and Urban Society

English Education

English Journal

International Journal of Applied Linguistics

Intervention in School and Clinic

Journal of Adolescent and Adult Literacy

Journal of Early Childhood Literacy

Journal of Educational Psychology

Language Arts

Reading Psychology

Reading Research Quarterly

The Reading Teacher

RELC Journal

Remedial and Special Education

Review of Research in Education

Written Communication"

This is the second volume of a two-volume text that focuses on three main topics: the struggle for and against political authority, the expansion and contraction of Russia and its dealings with non-Russian nationalities and foreign powers, and the life and culture of the Russian people. This approach contributes to the book's stress on the continuities in Russian history from its beginnings to the mid 1990's. The text provides a balanced and comprehensive coverage of political, economic, social, cultural, and intellectual history.

Distinctions - A two-volume format, with the material on Late Imperial Russia appearing in both volumes. - Incorporates the latest scholarly findings and briefly mentions scholarly controversies. - A clear overview stressing main themes is offered at the beginning of each historical period and the beginning of each chapter. - Chapters are organized in a chronological/topical manner and written in a clear style interweaving narrative and analysis. - Offers greater treatment of such topics as nationalities issues, political opposition, women, eating and drinking, health and sickness, law, crime and punishments, and popular culture. - Much stronger coverage of social history than its competitors. - Extensive and current list of sources at the end of each chapter. A more general source list at the end of each volume includes references to media sources and internet sources. - Primary source inserts drawn from memoirs, letters, foreign observers accounts, and Soviet dissident literature are all included in each chapter.