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Focusing on the intrinsic role of mathematical learning in human activity, the book presents a novel social theory that transcends traditional psychology and sociology. It defines mathematics through collective discourse and emphasizes the student's active participation in evolving the field. By integrating psychoanalytic theory, it critiques conventional educational practices, advocating for a renewal of mathematics that responds to contemporary demands. This perspective highlights the importance of collaborative understanding in shaping the future of mathematics.

A compilation of the lyrics of the noted rock musician's songs features his original handwritten versions and photographs of Hendrix in performance.

Focusing on the interplay between mathematics education and socio-cultural influences, this book delves into the perspectives of teachers, students, and researchers. It examines how language and cultural contexts shape our understanding of mathematics. By incorporating contemporary theories of subjectivity, the work encourages readers to rethink their relationship with mathematics, highlighting its potential to inspire transformative thinking about the world.

The plot revolves around a young couple, the Springfields, who become suspicious as residents of Town Liberty begin to disappear and the authorities appear to conceal crucial evidence. Driven by their concerns, they investigate the local Mega Church, suspecting it may be linked to a cult of witches. As they delve deeper, their quest for the truth leads to unexpected twists, revealing dark secrets that challenge their understanding of faith and community.

At his death in 2000, R S Thomas was widely considered to be one of the major poets of the English-speaking world, having been nominated for the Nobel prize for Literature. This title provides an introduction to Thomas' life and work, as well as fresh perspectives and insights for those already familiar with the poetry.

This book employs Lacanian psychoanalysis to develop new ways of understanding educational domains. It analyses events, practices and policies that occur in school classrooms, teacher education and higher-degree studies including educational research. It provides an accessible introduction, description and analysis of those aspects of Lacan’s work concerned with language, identity and subjectivity directly relevant to the field of education.Regulative discourses and practices in education are a central concern and the authors demonstrate how Lacanian theory empowers our understanding of how such discourses are instrumental in forming teacher and researcher identities. The book also shows how regulatory practices and discourses are relevant to research methodologies that arise in the field of action research in education.

Exploring the profound influence of his mother, Tony Brown shares the seven core values that shaped his life: reality, knowledge, race, history, truth, patience, and love. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and understanding one's place in the world as essential for achieving true freedom and success. Brown critiques the tendency to conform to societal expectations, suggesting that doing so leads to disconnection and unhappiness. This personal narrative serves as both a memoir and a guide to self-enrichment and empowerment.

Jimi Hendrix is still widely revered as one of the most gifted guitarists in the history of rock. His fluency on an electric guitar was breathtaking, and he had a way with words that somehow paralleled his music. Fortunately, Jimi gave many interviews during his short life and this text contains many quotes from some of them.