L S Vygotsky, the renowned Russian psychologist, argued that the true test of any scientific theory is the extent to which it improves the concrete practical activities of people. This work includes 14 original chapters that document innovations in second and foreign language teaching that are rooted in Vygotsky's theory of cognitive development.
Unpacks animation film sound and music tracks, and contextualises them within the screen and music industries. Focusing on feature-length, widely- distributed films released in the post-WW2 period, this book highlights work from key centres of animation production, such as USA, UK and Japan, significant studios including Disney and Studio Ghibli.
Thinking with J. Z. Smith brings together the contributions of scholars who consider theoretical and methodological issues central to J. Z. Smith's oeuvre in the context of their own research.
In an effort to honor Willi Braun's work and mentorship, this volume is focused on exploring, probing, and theorizing ancient religious data as reflections of human interests and activities.
This book is the first substantive scholarly book on project-based and cross- curricular language learning using digital technologies.
The application of women's rights to the religions of the world have prompted highly contentious debates. This volume explores the many intricate issues raised in such interactions.
Enlightened Martyrdom: The Hidden Side of Falun Gong provides a comprehensive overview of Falun Gong: the movement's background, history, beliefs and practices.
This collection presents some of the less well known facets of popular music in the North of England, examining how popular music reflected on various aspects of the North, such as its economy and architecture and how it impacted on self- and external perception of the North.
Sensual Religion demonstrates the value of paying attention to the senses and materials in lived religion and also leads the way for improved studies of religion as sensuality. Each of the five senses - vision, hearing, taste, touch and smell - will be covered by two chapters, the first historical and the second contemporary.