Scholars across the disciplines, specialists in higher education, administrators, and interested readers will find the book's multiple perspectives and practical advice on building and operating-and avoiding fallacies and errors-in interdisciplinary research and education invaluable.
Dallas is characterized by its paradoxical identity as a "city with no limits" and "no history," despite being the ninth largest city in the U.S. Known for the Dallas Cowboys and the iconic television series that celebrated themes of self-invention and success, it also carries the weight of historical events like the assassination of John F. Kennedy. This complex blend of cultural significance and identity crisis makes Dallas a unique subject in the American landscape, highlighting its substantial yet elusive presence in the national consciousness.
The Social and Intellectual Origins of Literacy Studies
The book critiques the evolution of literacy studies, particularly addressing the New Literacy Studies and its implications across various disciplines. It argues that understanding literacy requires a historical perspective, emphasizing its impact on our conceptual frameworks. The author, Graff, highlights the decline of critical foundations in literacy studies, which hampers literacy promotion efforts. By examining literacy through diverse lenses such as linguistics, anthropology, and digital communication, the work advocates for innovative approaches to understanding and teaching literacy, appealing to scholars and students in multiple fields.