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The Contemporary Caribbean

Life, History and Culture Since 1945

By: Olwyn M. Blouet

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The Contemporary Caribbean

Life, History and Culture Since 1945

By: Olwyn M. Blouet

When Americans seek an escape from the worries and dilemmas of everyday life, the crystal blue waters and white sands of the Caribbean islands seem like the answer to a prayer. Yet this image of a tourist’s paradise hides a tumultuous history marked by strife and division over race, political power, and economic inequality. Olwyn Blouet explores the story of “the Caribbean” over the last 50 years, revealing it to be a region positioned at the heart of some the most prominent geopolitical issues of modern times. Navigating a rich mélange of cultures and histories, Blouet unearths a complex narrative that is frequently overlooked in histories of the Americas. In stark contrast to widely-read guidebooks, this chronicle unflinchingly probes two strikingly different worlds in the Caribbean islands—those of the haves and the have-nots—created by the volatile mixture of colonial politics, racial segregation, and economic upheaval. The strategic political relations between Caribbean nations, Cuba in particular, and the world powers during the Cold War; the economic transformations instigated by tourism; and the modernizing efforts of Caribbean nations in order to meet the demands of a globalizing twenty-first century market are among the numerous issues explored by Blouet in her efforts to redress the historical record’s imbalance. The Contemporary Caribbean also explores the proud histories of the region's many nations in sports such as cricket and baseball, as well as their famed cuisines, and the uneasy balance today between local traditions and the vestiges of colonial influence.

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Reaktion Books

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1861893132

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9781861893130

Practical Immunology

By: Frank C. Hay,Olwyn M. R. Westwood

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Practical Immunology

By: Frank C. Hay,Olwyn M. R. Westwood

Practical Immunology is a basic text aimed at immunology students and researchers at all levels who need a comprehensive overview of the methodology of immunology. The rapid and startling innovations in immunology over the past two decades have their root in sound experimental practice and it has always been the aim of this book to educate researchers in the design and performance of complex techniques. It will appeal to students of immunlogy, graduate students embarking on bench science, or specialised immunologists who need to use an immunological technique outside their sphere of expertise. The definitive lab "bench book". A one stop resource. Techniques explained from first principles. Basic forms of apparatus described in detail. Totally revised with new user friendly layout to aid use in the lab. Includes useful hints and tips.

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408

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John Wiley & Sons

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1405146737

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9781405146739

Latin America and the Caribbean

A Systematic and Regional Survey

By: Brian W. Blouet,Olwyn M. Blouet

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Latin America and the Caribbean

A Systematic and Regional Survey

By: Brian W. Blouet,Olwyn M. Blouet

Updated and revised with many new detailed maps and photographs, this sixth edition enables geographers to explore the changes and major issues facing this dynamic region today. The historical material has been streamlined in order to focus on contemporary issues. Key environmental issues are highlighted in new boxes throughout the chapters. The Systematic surveys have been restructured. New profiles of Latin American countries and major issues are also covered. This approach will help geographers visit the dynamic people and places of Latin America.

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John Wiley & Sons

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0470387734

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9780470387733

EAP Essentials

A Teacher's Guide to Principles and Practice

By: Olwyn Alexander,Sue Argent,Jenifer Spencer

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EAP Essentials

A Teacher's Guide to Principles and Practice

By: Olwyn Alexander,Sue Argent,Jenifer Spencer

EAP Essentials: A teacher's guide to principles and practice With the increase in students joining academic English-language courses, the teaching of English for Academic Purposes is a rapidly expanding profession. There are, however, few specialist handbooks for the practising teacher in this field. EAP Essentials: A teacher's guide to principles and practice is grounded in the authors' extensive practical experience in the EAP classroom. It bridges the gap between the theory and practice of EAP teaching, by distilling the insights from recent research into ideas that can be applied in teaching and materials development. EAP Essentials builds confidence through a range of practical tasks and by providing case studies of real teachers and students. This enables the teacher to reflect on best practice and identify ways to develop their own teaching skills. EAP Essentials offers original and practical ideas appropriate to a wide variety of contexts. The accompanying free CD also provides a large number of well-trialled materials that can be copied for use within the classroom. The book contains ten chapters, each one underpinned by up-to-date research, and backed up with a list of recommended further reading. Key Features The latest research adapted for classroom use Practical approach allows teachers immediate engagement with EAP materials Real case studies document classroom experience of teachers and students CD-ROM includes original ideas and well-trialled materials for teaching in a variety of contexts Written by practising EAP trainers from Heriot-Watt University

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1859644198

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9781859644195

Access English for Academic Purposes

Frameworks : Course Book

By: Sue Argent,Olwyn Alexander

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Access English for Academic Purposes

Frameworks : Course Book

By: Sue Argent,Olwyn Alexander

Access EAP: Frameworks Access EAP: Frameworks is nominated for the Excellence in Course Innovation award at the 2014 ELTons. Written by the authors of the highly successful EAP Essentials, the second part of this two-level course teaches academic language and competence to Upper Intermediate to Advanced learners. Access EAP: Frameworks is designed for students who are about to enter higher education studies in an English-speaking institution. The course is based on real student life and prepares students for the tasks they will face when studying in an English-medium higher education institution. The reader follows students at university as they have discussions, listen to lectures, read texts, work on assignments and make choices about how to study. The book builds language and competence across key academic themes such as academic integrity, argument and research, applying the concept of Graduate Attributes – skills, personal qualities and understanding that are developed through the higher education experience – to frame activities and tasks. The book has ten units, each framed around a key academic theme. Within each unit, the first section introduces the theme and subsequent sections develop the associated concepts, language and competence further or in a different context. The units are free standing, but within them the language skills and study competence are integrated, reflecting the reality of academic study. Key academic words are listed by the texts in which they are presented, and regular tasks help understanding, support learning and practise using these key words. Students will learn the important language and grammar patterns needed for understanding and producing academic texts. They will also discover essential aspects of academic study, including the ability to read critically and integrate ideas from sources into essays or reports. See accompanying Teacher's Book.

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1859645585

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9781859645581

Access EAP: Foundations

By: Sue Argent,Olwyn Alexander

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Access EAP: Foundations

By: Sue Argent,Olwyn Alexander

Access EAP: Foundations Written by the authors of the highly successful EAP Essentials, the first part of this two-level course teaches academic language and competence to pre-intermediate and intermediate learners. Access EAP: Foundations is based on real student life and prepares students for the tasks that they will face while doing an English-medium higher education degree. Each unit follows the progress of three students in their first year at university as they have discussions, listen to lectures, read texts, work on assignments and make choices about how to study. Students will develop the language they need to meet the expectations of their lecturers, for example, comparing ideas, explaining cause–effect relationships and interpreting data in tables and graphs, as well as writing assignments and e-mails and joining in discussions. The book has ten units, each divided into five lessons. The first lesson usually introduces an aspect of university life. The listening, reading, speaking and writing tasks are linked together around each theme, and there are also regular tasks to develop the ability to think critically and to study effectively. Key words that are useful for academic study are listed by the texts in which they are presented, and there are regular tasks to help understanding, support learning and practise using these key words. Students will learn the important language and grammar patterns that are needed for understanding and producing academic texts. They will also discover essential aspects of academic style, such as moving from general to specific information and from what is familiar to what is new. Key Features Functional syllabus linked to a series of academic themes Integrated tasks and language practice Focuses on key language and skills in a specific academic context Improves students' ability to tackle and succeed in IELTS and other gateway examinations 'Simulated authentic' texts targeted to present specific functions and vocabulary Written by EAP trainers from Heriot-Watt University Free answer key download available here An accompanying Course Book is also available.

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1859645712

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Access EAP

By: Sue Argent,Olwyn Alexander

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Access EAP

By: Sue Argent,Olwyn Alexander

An integrated EAP language and skills course for lower intermediate learners.

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1859645240

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Book's by Olwyn Alexander

The Contemporary Caribbean

The Contemporary Caribbean

Practical Immunology

Practical Immunology

Latin America and the Caribbean

Latin America and the Caribbean

EAP Essentials

EAP Essentials

Access English for Academic Purposes

Access English for Academic Purposes

Access EAP: Foundations

Access EAP: Foundations

Access EAP

Access EAP

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