This book provides an introduction to Python - one of the most widely-used programming languages - for those who are familiar with linguistic concepts but have no prior background in programming or computer science. All examples in the text involve language and can be adapted or used directly for language research.
The book explores the portrayal of World War I in American cinema during the interwar years, examining how filmmakers reflected on the war's impact on society and culture. It delves into the themes and narratives presented in films of that era, revealing how the industry shaped public memory and understanding of the conflict. Through analysis of various films, the work highlights the evolving attitudes towards war and heroism, as well as the influence of historical events on cinematic storytelling.
Why Theory Matters and What to Do about It
Focusing on the intersection of digital technology and education, this book addresses the lack of theoretical frameworks in understanding technology use in educational contexts. It encourages readers to critically reflect on existing theories and offers strategies for developing more robust theoretical approaches to enhance the integration of technology in learning environments.
This invaluable resource provides a comprehensive overview of the many methods and methodologies of social research. Each entry provides a critical definition and examines the value and difficulties of a particular method or methodology of concept across different fields of social research. Concepts With thematic further reading stretching across the social sciences, Research The Key Concepts will help readers develop a firm understanding of the rationale and principles behind key research methods, and is a must-have for new researchers at all levels, from undergraduate to postgraduate and beyond.
Concise, engaging and accessible, Education Research: The Basicsdiscusses key ideas about the nature and purpose of education research: what it can and cannot achieve, how it has been used in the past and where and how it has an impact. Providing crucial insight into the work of education researchers, this book: Offers seven chapters, each representing a way of understanding the goals and methods of research conducted in the field Considers key thinkers in the field, such as Plato, Hirsch, Dewey, Montessori and Freire Explores case studies from a range of perspectives Provides key terms and further reading throughout The perfect pocket resource to dip into, Education Research: The Basicsprovides accessible support for those studying education as a subject, for practitioners concerned with developing their practice and for anyone who wants to know more about education and how it is researched. : The Basicsprovides accessible support for those studying education as a subject, for practitioners concerned with developing their practice and for anyone who wants to know more about education and how it is researched.
The field of digital technology in education has long been under-theorised. This book will enable the reader to reflect on the use of theory when explaining technology use and set out ways in which we can theorise better.
Writing a Postgraduate Dissertation or Thesis provides key advice on how to write about a field of research, the tradition of methodology and methods undertaken, and the contribution to knowledge that is being made.