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Setting the Agenda

Mass Media and Public Opinion

News media strongly influence how we picture public affairs across the world, playing a significant and sometimes controversial role in determining which topics are at the centre of public attention and action. Setting the Agenda, first published in 2004, has become the go-to textbook on this crucial topic. In this timely third edition, Maxwell McCombs – a pioneer of agenda-setting research – and Sebastián Valenzuela – a senior scholar of agenda setting in Latin America – have expanded and updated the book for a new generation of students. In describing the media's influence on what we think about and how we think about it, Setting the Agenda also examines the sources of media agendas, the psychological explanation for their impact on the public agenda, and their consequences for attitudes, opinions and behaviours. New to this edition is a discussion of agenda setting in the widened media landscape, including a full chapter on network agenda setting and a lengthened presentation on agenda melding. The book also contains expanded material on social media and the role of agenda setting beyond the realm of public affairs, as well as a foreword from Donald L. Shaw and David H. Weaver, the co-founders of agenda-setting theory. This exciting new edition is an invaluable source for students of media, communications and politics, as well as those interested in the role of news in shaping and directing public opinion.

New to this edition is a discussion of agenda setting in the widened media landscape, including a full chapter on network agenda setting and a lengthened presentation on agenda melding.

Setting the Agenda

Mass Media and Public Opinion

Setting the Agenda describes the mass media’s significant and sometimes controversial role in determining which topics are at the centre of public attention and action. In this new edition of his comprehensive book, Max McCombs, one of the founding fathers of the agenda-setting tradition of research, extends his previous synthesis of hundreds of studies carried out on this central role of the mass media in the shaping of public opinion. Across the world, the mass media strongly influences how we picture public affairs. In describing this media influence on what we think about and how we think about it, Setting the Agenda also discusses the sources of these media agendas, the psychological explanation for their impact on the public agenda, and the subsequent consequences for attitudes, opinions and behaviour. New to this edition, McCombs debates the role of the expanded media landscape on agenda setting, the impact of the internet on the power of legacy media and the role of agenda setting beyond the realm of public affairs, This fully updated new edition will prove invaluable to students of media, communications and politics, as well as those interested in the role of mass media in shaping and directing public opinion.

Newto this edition, McCombs debates the role of the expanded medialandscape on agenda setting, the impact of the internet on thepower of legacy media and the role of agenda setting beyond therealm of public affairs, This fully updated new ...

Digital Audio Broadcasting

Principles and Applications of DAB, DAB + and DMB

Digital Audio Broadcasting revised with the latest standards and updates of all new developments The new digital broadcast system family is very different from existing conventional broadcast systems. It is standardised in a large number of documents (from ITU-R, ISO/IEC, ETSI, EBU, and others) which are often difficult to read. This book offers a comprehensive and fully updated overview of Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB, DAB+) and Digital Multimedia Broadcasting (DMB), and related services and applications. Furthermore, the authors continue to build upon the topics of the previous editions, including audio coding, data services, receiver techniques, frequencies, and many others. There are several new sections in the book, which would be otherwise difficult to locate from various sources. Key Features: The contents have been significantly updated from the second edition, including up-to-date coverage of the latest standards Contains a new chapter on Digital Multimedia Broadcasting “Must-have” handbook for engineers, developers and other professionals in the field This book will be of interest to planning and system engineers, developers for professional and domestic equipment manufacturers, service providers, postgraduate students and lecturers in communications technology. Broadcasting engineers in related fields will also find this book insightful.

This book offers a comprehensive and fully updated overview of Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB, DAB+) and Digital Multimedia Broadcasting (DMB), and related services and applications.

Introduction to Islamic Economics

Theory and Application

Gain deeper insight into the principles and theory of Islamic economics Introduction to Islamic Economics: Theory and Application provides an overview of the organizing principles and fundamentals of an Islamic economy. With deep discussion of the characteristics, rationale, key institutions, objectives, and instruments at work, the book addresses the core economic principles underlying a system based on the foundational teachings of Islam, and examines the implications for economic policies. Social welfare, economic justice, market functionality, efficiency, and equity are explored from an Islamic perspective, and the role and instruments of fiscal and monetary policy in Islamic systems are used to illustrate contemporary applications. Universities around the globe are offering courses on Islamic economics and finance, but despite the industry's rapid growth, most research has been focused on the financial principles rather than underlying economic principles. The first book of its kind, Introduction to Islamic Economics brings all the key concepts together into one reference volume. By outlining the ways in which Islamic finance and Islamic economics interrelate, this book can help readers to: Develop an understanding of the Islamic economic system and its institutional scaffolding Differentiate between the major characteristics of the dominant conventional economy and one based on the fundamental sources of Islam Understand the conditions that must be met for a just, well-balanced, stable, and growing economy Clarify the role of State, public policy, and risk-sharing in the Islamic financial system The Islamic financial system is expanding quickly, and those looking to increase their relevance in a changing economic landscape must get up to speed. Introduction to Islamic Economics provides a comprehensive overview of underlying economic system offering a deeper understanding of the feature of the system. This book is an excellent complement to Introduction to Islamic Finance, 2E by Iqbal and Mirakhor.

This book is an excellent complement to Introduction to Islamic Finance, 2E by Iqbal and Mirakhor.

MYOB Software for Dummies - Australia

Understand the ins and outs of running MYOB AccountRight software MYOB Software For Dummies covers everything you need to know about using MYOB, from setting up your accounting file to analysing sales figures, managing payroll to preparing Business Activity Statements — and everything in between. With in-depth coverage of all major updates to the current MYOB software release, plus extensive guidance on utilising MYOB's cloud-accounting features, this fun and friendly guide will help you become a MYOB master! MYOB is the biggest selling accounting software in Australia, and MYOB Software For Dummies is the leading reference guide available to help you manage your accounts with ease. Written by Veechi Curtis, a well-known industry expert, this new edition has been fully updated to cover all the latest updates and new features. So what are you waiting for? It's time to let the trusted help of For Dummies take your skills to the next level! Walks you through creating sales and recording purchases Explains how you can use bank feeds combined with bank rules to automate data-entry Shows you how to create business reports to track business success Explores the opportunities of working in the cloud and sharing data Flags information specific to the latest MYOB AccountRight upgrades so you can quickly update your knowledge Saves you hours of time (every week!) with helpful hints and shortcuts If you're a small business owner who is new to MYOB — or new to the latest version —MYOB Software For Dummies sets you up for success.

Written by Veechi Curtis, a well-known industry expert, this new edition has been fully updated to cover all the latest updates and new features. So what are you waiting for?

Critical Educational Psychology

The first textbook of its kind, Critical Educational Psychology is a forward-thinking approach to educational psychology that uses critical perspectives to challenge current ways of thinking and improve practice.

By calling into question and reconceptualizing traditional models, this text illuminates an exciting new frontier in educational psychology.

Educational Psychology, Google eBook

Educational psychology is the scientific study of how people learn and how teachers can foster learning. An understanding of these principles and how they can be applied to classroom situations is as crucial as it ever has been for the contemporary Australian school teacher, from early childhood through to secondary school. Australian school environments and students are changing. Many issues are having an impact on the dynamics of the contemporary learning and teaching environment, such as: • Increasing student diversity, including those with special needs • The pervasive impact of technology • The introduction of the Australian National Curriculum • The public reporting of school NAPLAN results. This text prepares pre-service teachers for their profession by encouraging reflective practice and critical thinking. It helps inform the ‘practical' teaching experience and develop skills through thought-provoking questions, activities and lesson plan analysis. It is suited for educational psychology subjects taught to student teachers from all sectors - early childhood, primary, middle and secondary.

This text prepares pre-service teachers for their profession by encouraging reflective practice and critical thinking.

Educational Psychology

Reflection for Action

O'Donnell's latest issue of Educational Psychology: Reflection for Action 3rd Edition has the reflective practice framework that teaches skills necessary to know how to connect the theory to various situations. This issue teaches critical thinking and reflective practice skills that are essential to long-term success and growth. Reflective practice is woven throughout the text using real classroom examples, and features such as "Analyze This Lesson Plan" and "How Can I Use This" to encourage probing and examining in order to find a solution.

Reflective practice is woven throughout the text using real classroom examples, and features such as "Analyze This Lesson Plan" and "How Can I Use This" to encourage probing and examining in order to find a solution.

U.S. Citizenship For Dummies

The decision to become a United States citizen is one of the mostimportant choices you can ever make. Before you can become a U.S.citizen, however, you first must be a lawful permanent resident ofthe U.S. For this reason, before you begin the process, you need toknow what you want to achieve - legal immigration ornaturalization - and if you can expect to qualify for it. U.S. Citizenship For Dummies will help you get throughthis often confusing process, from determining how best to qualifyto live permanently in the United States to gaining a green cardand then citizenship. This reference guide is for anyone who * Is interested in living permanently in the U.S. * Is a friend or relative of someone who wishes to livepermanently in the U.S. * Wants to become a naturalized citizen * Has no legal background or any familiarity with U.S.immigration This book helps you discover the important requirements you needto meet and offers tips and insights into dealing with the Bureauof Citizenship and Immigration Services (BCIS). You also get toknow other government agencies that you'll work with whileattempting to immigrate to the U.S. or become a citizen. U.S.Citizenship For Dummies covers the following topics andmore: * Clear information on the immigration process * Up-to-date information on various application forms * The rights of legal aliens * Recent changes in immigration laws * Review of English and Civics tests * Pointers on the interview process * Survey of U.S. history, government, and culture * Coverage on visas and green cards * Troubleshooting immigration problems Becoming a U.S. citizen carries important duties andresponsibilities as well as rights, rewards, and privileges. Beforeyou make the decision to pursue U.S. citizenship, you need to beaware of what you stand to lose and what you stand to gain; youalso need to be sure you're ready to fulfill all theobligations of a good citizen. U.S. Citizenship For Dummieswill help you understand all that it means to become a citizen ofthe United States of America.

This reference guide is for anyone who * Is interested in living permanently in the U.S. * Is a friend or relative of someone who wishes to livepermanently in the U.S. * Wants to become a naturalized citizen * Has no legal background or any ...

Citizenship and Immigration

This incisive book provides a succinct overview of the new academic field of citizenship and immigration, as well as presenting a fresh and original argument about changing citizenship in our contemporary human rights era. Instead of being nationally resilient or in “postnational” decline, citizenship in Western states has continued to evolve, converging on a liberal model of inclusive citizenship with diminished rights implications and increasingly universalistic identities. This convergence is demonstrated through a sustained comparison of developments in North America, Western Europe and Australia. Topics covered in the book include: recent trends in nationality laws; what ethnic diversity does to the welfare state; the decline of multiculturalism accompanied by the continuing rise of antidiscrimination policies; and the new state campaigns to “upgrade” citizenship in the post-2001 period. Sophisticated and informative, and written in a lively and accessible style, this book will appeal to upper-level students and scholars in sociology, political science, and immigration and citizenship studies.

This incisive book provides a succinct overview of the new academic field of citizenship and immigration, as well as presenting a fresh and original argument about changing citizenship in our contemporary human rights era.