For an analysis of real-world writing, a researcher picked annual reports since they are written for stockholders, financial advisers, and "the competition." Annual reports are essentially "puff pieces," documents written by company people aiming to please the stockholders. Because of the varied audience, the narrative section,…

This book examines why most charter schools will fail. It opens with a historical overview, describing the fate and significance of the precursor to charter schools: President Nixon's Experimental Schools Program. It then turns to the author's personal experiences in educational theory and practice, presenting and discussing the essential features…

Argumentation is treated as an aspect of communication theory and in light of audiences' social values. (CH)

To demonstrate the potential of film as a teaching aid, The Poseidon Adventure'' is analyzed in terms of small group communication theory. Group identity and leadership qualities are stressed since the film reflects these qualities. (CH)

Suggests that, while the literature chosen for study is important, the dynamics of discussion, the verbal volleying as students clarify and attempt to give form to their responses, are equally crucial. (TO)

Presents exercises to help students develop the ability to conceptualize characters. (TO)

Special issue on "Changing Linguistics." (DD)

The author supports the theory that one of the important relationships between literature and knowledge is the language of literature. (MM)