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Handbook of Visual Communication

Theory, Methods, and Media

This Handbook of Visual Communication explores the key theoretical areas and research methods of visual communication. With chapters contributed by many of the best-known and respected scholars in visual communication, this volume brings together significant and influential work in the discipline. The second edition of this already-classic text has been completely revised to reflect the metamorphosis of communication in the last 15 years and the ubiquity of visual communication in our modern mediated lifestyle. Thriteen major theories of communication are defined by the top experts in their fields: perception, cognition, aesthetics, visual rhetoric, semiotics, cultural studies, ethnography, narrative, media aesthetics, digital media, intertextuality, ethics, and visual literacy. Each of these theory chapters is followed by an exemplar study or two in the area, demonstrating the various methods used in visual communication research as well as the research approaches applicable for specific media types. The Handbook of Visual Communication is a theoretical and methodological handbook for visual communication researchers and a compilation for much of the theoretical background necessary to understand visual communication. It is required reading for scholars, researchers, and advanced students in visual communication, and it will be influential in other disciplines such as advertising, persuasion, and media studies. The volume will also be essential to media practitioners seeking to understand the visual aspects of how audiences use media to contribute to more effective use of each specific medium.

This Handbook of Visual Communication explores the key theoretical areas and research methods of visual communication.

McQuail's Media and Mass Communication Theory

A new edition of the seminal textbook in media and mass communication. Denis McQuail's classic book has been revised and updated by Mark Deuze to reflect the contemporary media landscape and to speak to needs of today's media students.

New to this edition: - Examples are now integrated within each chapter around politics and the public sphere, as popular culture and politics become more regularly intertwined.

Bank 4.0

Banking Everywhere, Never at a Bank

Written by respected thought leader and e-banking expert Brett King, this book will question the future of banking as we know it. Will banks become extinct?

Invest Like a Bank

How to Make Millions From Other People's Debt.: The Best 101 Guide for Complete Beginners to Invest In, Broker Or Flip Real Estate Debt, Notes, and Distressed Mortgages Like a Pro

Ever wonder how banks make so much money? (Hint: It's NOT risky, it's fast, and YOU can copy them... No matter how broke or new you are.) You might be thinking that the only way to invest in real estate is by buying a property, then selling it or renting it out. But what if you don't have the time or inclination to do labor-intensive renovations and regular maintenance? You've most likely read the books or listened to the gurus discussing how millions were made by flipping houses or wholesaling. However, these methods normally entail extensive work, in-depth research, or a whole lot of money (be it yours or someone else's). Owning property in itself involves plenty of challenges and out-of-pocket expenses. But what if there was a way to reap the income-generating benefits of real estate without experiencing the pitfalls? Enter mortgage note investing - an investment strategy so risk-free that even banks do it. This type of investment is secured by real estate - assets that are likely to appreciate - thus giving you a good exit strategy if the borrower defaults. It's a less popular but highly lucrative real estate investment... if you know how to do it right. Fortunately, even if it's the first time you've heard of note investing, you can get right up to speed with this complete beginner's guide that will lay out all you need to know. In Invest Like a Bank, here is just a fraction of what you will discover: How you can make money while helping distressed homeowners avoid losing their home An ideal starting point to note investing that doesn't involve a lot of money and can give you immediate feedback on your due diligence The one type of collateral you should never accept, no matter how profitable the investment seems How to figure out the right type of mortgage notes to invest in that will fit your budget, lifestyle, and preference Step-by-step calculations you can easily follow to check whether you're getting your money's worth The 3 main criteria you should consider when choosing a city to invest in to avoid future headaches How to capitalize on your LinkedIn connections to gain access to great deals and widen your investor network How to protect your money from scammers by ensuring you have this professional on your team Rewarding alternatives to foreclosure that will save the borrower's credit and save you precious time and money How to considerably grow your notes portfolio quickly without using any of your own money Bonus: Downloadable note investing checklist to help you quickly assess a note's investment potential And much more. Regardless of your investing experience, investing in mortgage notes is a great way to get your feet wet in the real estate market. It's easier to start with note investing to gain knowledge and experience, then expand to other types of real estate investing in the future. Eventually, mortgage notes can become a valuable portion of a bigger real estate portfolio that's diversified among different types of investments, properties, and locations. With the knowledge you'll gain from this guide, you'll have more than enough to get you started. Pretty soon, you'll be growing from one note to ten to fifty and even more, with thousands of dollars in income effortlessly rolling in. If you want a truly passive investment in real estate that will provide you with regular income without ever needing to leave your house, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.

In Invest Like a Bank, here is just a fraction of what you will discover: How you can make money while helping distressed homeowners avoid losing their home An ideal starting point to note investing that doesn't involve a lot of money and ...

Islamic Monetary Economics

Finance and Banking in Contemporary Muslim Economies

"The existence of fiat currencies has long been cited as one of the major contributing factors to the challenges facing contemporary economies, and the current monetary system is not only a key source of exorable increases in interest rates but also a principal cause of inflation and decline in the value of money, in many countries. The editors argue that an Islamic monetary system, with its specific money concepts, interest free financial institutions and a monetary policy embedded in real growth, provides a solution to this conundrum. Contributions from many world-renowned experts consider a wide array of topics, ranging from the theoretical concepts of money and banking in conventional and Islamic economics to the historical journey of money from precious metals to plastic money and digital currency today. The book outlines the problems that sprout from interest based banking and multiple debt structures. It then mirrors the Islamic concepts of money as well as idiosyncrasies of its monetary policy. Supported with meticulous research and empirical evidence, the book demonstrates the efficacy of Islamic monetary system in delivering real growth along with equitable distribution of wealth and prosperity the economy. It additionally acquaints the readers with juristic debates about money and monetary policy. This is essential reading for both students and researchers in Islamic economics, banking and finance, expertly promoting a fair and just economic system that emerges as a result of interest free banking and monetary policy based on Islamic principles"--

This is essential reading for both students and researchers in Islamic economics, banking and finance, expertly promoting a fair and just economic system that emerges as a result of interest free banking and monetary policy based on Islamic ...

Legal Ethics

Combining rigorous analysis of the professional rules of lawyer conduct with extensive interdisciplinary materials on the legal profession and ethics, this casebook offers a unique perspective on the professional challenges facing contemporary lawyers--and their opportunity to promote the public good. The book combines real-life problems, doctrinal and statutory analysis, and carefully-edited readings to offer a comprehensive and critical examination of the role of lawyers as client representatives and democratic citizens. Many of the chapters can be used as independent units for courses focusing on ethical problems in corporate practice, tax practice, family law, criminal law, and public interest law. The eighth edition also includes extensive revisions that provide new analysis of core professional rules, enhanced organizational formats, and critical additions to the case law and professional literature. Key changes include expanded coverage of how the lawyer-client relationship begins and ends; important updates to the materials on confidentiality, conflicts of interest, and market regulation; recent media clips; and new research on access to justice, diversity and inclusion , lawyer well being and legal education.

The book combines real-life problems, doctrinal and statutory analysis, and carefully-edited readings to offer a comprehensive and critical examination of the role of lawyers as client representatives and democratic citizens.

Medical Law and Professional Ethics

Medical Law & Professional Ethics presents the legal and ethical responsibilities associated with careers in the healthcare field. The text describes various medical laws and the legal impact experienced by professionals who are members of this community. Contemporary topics are covered at length, including the ever-important patient-professional relationship. In addition, privacy issues related to the increasingly digital format of healthcare delivery are emphasized. Not all legal and ethical decisions related to healthcare are clear-cut, and some critical decisions are challenging, especially those related to life and death. Medical Law & Professional Ethics presents strategies for making these decisions according to federal, state, and local guidelines. Neither medical law nor professional ethics is static, however. Advancing technologies, including those related to genetics, DNA, and electronic medical records, frequently require new legal and ethical edicts, as well as amended interpretations of existing laws and ethical standards. Medical Law & Professional Ethics provides clear explanations of ongoing dilemmas and includes tips for dealing with constantly changing guidelines. In today's competitive work environment, learning how to interact professionally--and legally--with customers, coworkers, and employers is one sure way to prepare for a healthcare career. No matter your career choice, Medical Law & Professional Ethics will help you jump-start your future.

The text describes various medical laws and the legal impact experienced by professionals who are members of this community. Contemporary topics are covered at length, including the ever-important patient-professional relationship.

Islamic Finance and Global Capitalism

An Alternative to the Market Economy

This book examines whether Islamic finance and Islamic economics is challenging the orthodoxy of the money markets. Can ethical finance combined with the prohibition on interest and speculation really work in the global economy? With a political economy approach, the book explores how the industry has grown in modern times - from a short-lived bank in an Egyptian city in the 1960s through to a global industry that is today valued at US$2.05 trillion. From the revelation as articulated by the Prophet Muhammed in the seventh century through to the gleaming 21st century skyscrapers of Dubai and Kuala Lumpur, the book covers the end of European colonialism, the controversial utterances of self-styled religious leaders, the impact of Islamophobia, and the efforts to end poverty through Islamic microfinance. The book uncovers an industry that is both profitable and changing the face of contemporary capitalism. James Simon Watkins is a Lecturer at Regent's University London, UK. He was the Political Adviser at the Embassy of Japan in London and he has worked in the UK Houses of Parliament. He was the Chief Executive of a business group and was a UK Labour Party candidate for the 2014 European Parliament election.

The book uncovers an industry that is both profitable and changing the face of contemporary capitalism. This book examines whether Islamic finance and Islamic economics is challenging the orthodoxy of the money markets.