Mapping Afrofuturism: Understanding Black Speculative Practice addresses the multifaceted domain of Afrofuturism--a cultural, political, and intellectual movement that uses African diaspora concerns to reshape how we understand technology and culture. This anthology examines the historical trajectory and impact of Afrofuturism in the United ......
Students of early childhood education need a foundation in infant and child development if they are to appreciate, understand, and apply the theories, principles, and practices of the field. Introduction to Infant and Child Development in Early Childhood Education integrates the fundamentals of infant and child development with real-world ......
A Multidisciplinary Approach to Media and Information Literacy
Navigating the Information Landscape: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Media and Information Literacy offers readers a foundational understanding of our current, extensive information environment. The book begins with historical foundations, exploring the impact and evolution of information revolutions, from large-scale shifts to how libraries ......
Featuring focused material and contemporary research, Adolescent Development: Ages Nine to Nineteen introduces readers to issues that affect the daily lives of tweens and teens. The anthology focuses on three key constructs that require special attention for youths in this age group: the physical, the psychological, and the social. The collection ......
This book offers a first-hand view of complexities and challenges within the field of corrections. Personal stories, policy insights, and professional reflections based on the author's extensive experiences intertwine to give a candid look at the correctional landscape. The author delves into the evolution of Ohio's corrections system, addressing ......
Introduction to Agricultural Economics presents students with a systematic introduction to essential economic concepts and issues within agriculture, reflecting on how microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shape production, marketing, and consumption of food and fiber products. The scope of the book extends beyond traditional farm management to ......
Issues in Policing: Investigating Current Controversies explores a variety of contemporary challenges within the field of policing, from racial tensions between police departments and their communities to affirmative action in police staffing to debates over the militarization of the police. The text is organized into 11 chapters with each ......
Statistics in Criminal Justice Today provides students with an introduction to statistics in the social sciences with emphasis on fundamental terms, critical analytical processes, and practical application. The text covers a wide range of research-related topics within the general academic scope of the social sciences. This approach helps students ......
Featuring contributed chapters written by experts in the communication discipline, Social Media and Close Relationships provides readers with a dynamic exploration of the interplay between technology, social media, and personal interactions. The book begins with an introduction to the core framework of social media affordances, examining how ......
