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Author : Chris Barker
Release : 2004-06-09
Genre : Social Science
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 416/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The SAGE Dictionary of Cultural Studies by : Chris Barker
Download or read book The SAGE Dictionary of Cultural Studies written by Chris Barker. This book was released on 2004-06-09. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Contains over 200 entries on key concepts and theorists of cultural studies.
Author : Guido Bolaffi
Release : 2003
Genre : Reference
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 006/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Dictionary of Race, Ethnicity and Culture by : Guido Bolaffi
Download or read book Dictionary of Race, Ethnicity and Culture written by Guido Bolaffi. This book was released on 2003. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Race, ethnicity and culture are concepts that are interpreted in various and often contradictory ways. This dictionary provides the historical background and etymology of a wide range of words related to these concepts and ideas.
Author : Victor Jupp
Release : 2006-04-18
Genre : Social Science
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Book Rating : 563/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The SAGE Dictionary of Social Research Methods by : Victor Jupp
Download or read book The SAGE Dictionary of Social Research Methods written by Victor Jupp. This book was released on 2006-04-18. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bringing together the work of over eighty leading academics and researchers worldwide to produce the definitive reference and research tool for the social sciences, The SAGE Dictionary of Social Research Methods contains more than 230 entries providing the widest coverage of the all the main terms in the research process. It encompasses philosophies of science, research paradigms and designs, specific aspects of data collection, practical issues to be addressed when carrying out research, and the role of research in terms of function and context. Each entry includes: - A concise definition of the concept - A description of distinctive features: historical and disciplinary backgrounds; key writers; applications - A critical and reflective evaluation of the concept under consideration - Cross references to associated concepts within the dictionary - A list of key readings Written in a lively style, The SAGE Dictionary of Social Research Methods is an essential study guide for students and first-time researchers. It is a primary source of reference for advanced study, a necessary supplement to established textbooks, and a state-of-the-art reference guide to the specialized language of research across the social sciences.
Author : Tony Blackshaw
Release : 2009-09-14
Genre : Travel
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 321/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The SAGE Dictionary of Leisure Studies by : Tony Blackshaw
Download or read book The SAGE Dictionary of Leisure Studies written by Tony Blackshaw. This book was released on 2009-09-14. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is Leisure Studies? Who are the key figures in the field? How can we evaluate the relevance of concepts in the field? This is the first full length Dictionary of Leisure Studies. It examines the key concepts, assesses the work of central figures and helps students zero-in on essential issues and conceptual distinctions. The Book: • Provides an unprecedented critical survey of the field • Offers students authoritative, comprehensive accounts of the basic concepts and leading figures • Provides students with core resources to write essays and pass exams Written by teachers experienced with the needs of undergraduates and postgraduates in the field, the book will be quickly recognized as a vital asset in making sense of Leisure Studies.
Author : Janet Sturman
Release : 2019-02-26
Genre : Music
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 371/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The SAGE International Encyclopedia of Music and Culture by : Janet Sturman
Download or read book The SAGE International Encyclopedia of Music and Culture written by Janet Sturman. This book was released on 2019-02-26. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The SAGE Encyclopedia of Music and Culture presents key concepts in the study of music in its cultural context and provides an introduction to the discipline of ethnomusicology, its methods, concerns, and its contributions to knowledge and understanding of the world′s musical cultures, styles, and practices. The diverse voices of contributors to this encyclopedia confirm ethnomusicology′s fundamental ethos of inclusion and respect for diversity. Combined, the multiplicity of topics and approaches are presented in an easy-to-search A-Z format and offer a fresh perspective on the field and the subject of music in culture. Key features include: Approximately 730 signed articles, authored by prominent scholars, are arranged A-to-Z and published in a choice of print or electronic editions Pedagogical elements include Further Readings and Cross References to conclude each article and a Reader’s Guide in the front matter organizing entries by broad topical or thematic areas Back matter includes an annotated Resource Guide to further research (journals, books, and associations), an appendix listing notable archives, libraries, and museums, and a detailed Index The Index, Reader’s Guide themes, and Cross References combine for thorough search-and-browse capabilities in the electronic edition
