The Cell Phone Reader

Author : Anandam P. Kavoori,Noah Arceneaux
Publisher : Peter Lang
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Art
ISBN : 0820479195

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The Cell Phone Reader by Anandam P. Kavoori,Noah Arceneaux Pdf

The Cell Phone Reader offers a diverse, eclectic set of essays that examines how this rapidly evolving technology is shaping new media cultures, new forms of identity, and media-centered relationships. The contributors focus on a range of topics, from horror films to hip-hop, from religion to race, and draw examples from across the globe. The Cell Phone Reader provides a road map for both scholars and beginning students to examine the profound social, cultural and international impact of this small device.

Author : Mike Selby
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 208 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2019-10-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781538115541

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Freedom Libraries by Mike Selby Pdf

This book delves into how Freedom Libraries were at the heart of the Civil Rights Movement, and the remarkable courage of the people who used them. As the Civil Rights Movement exploded across the United States, numerous libraries were desegregated on paper only, and there was another virtually unheard of struggle— the right to read.

Author : Lindsey Summers
Publisher : Kids Can Press Ltd
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2017-05-02
Category : Young Adult Fiction
ISBN : 9781771388405

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Textrovert by Lindsey Summers Pdf

Was it just a cell phone swap … or fate? It’s bad enough when high-school senior Keeley mistakenly swaps cell phones with a stranger. It’s even worse when the stranger turns out to be an obnoxious, self-centered boy named Talon … who’s just left for football camp with her phone. Reluctantly, the two agree to forward messages for a week. As Keeley gets to know Talon through their texts, she finds out he’s more than just an egocentric jock. In fact, the two fall for each other, hard. But Talon has been keeping a secret. One that makes their relationship all but impossible. Will Keeley ever be able to trust him? This romance offers high-school drama, humor and heart, plus a love story that will sweep you away.

Author : Catherine Price
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2018-02-13
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9780399581120

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How to Break Up with Your Phone by Catherine Price Pdf

Packed with tested strategies and practical tips, this book is the essential, life-changing guide for everyone who owns a smartphone. Is your phone the first thing you reach for in the morning and the last thing you touch before bed? Do you frequently pick it up “just to check,” only to look up forty-five minutes later wondering where the time has gone? Do you say you want to spend less time on your phone—but have no idea how to do so without giving it up completely? If so, this book is your solution. Award-winning journalist Catherine Price presents a practical, hands-on plan to break up—and then make up—with your phone. The goal? A long-term relationship that actually feels good. You’ll discover how phones and apps are designed to be addictive, and learn how the time we spend on them damages our abilities to focus, think deeply, and form new memories. You’ll then make customized changes to your settings, apps, environment, and mindset that will ultimately enable you to take back control of your life.

Author : West, Mark,Chew Han Ei
Publisher : UNESCO
Page : 85 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2014-04-28
Category : Education
ISBN : 9789231000232

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Reading in the mobile era by West, Mark,Chew Han Ei Pdf

Millions of people do not read for one reason: they do not have access to text. But mobile phones and cellular networks are transforming a scarce resource into an abundant one. Drawing on the analysis of over 4,000 surveys collected in seven developing countries and corresponding qualitative interviews, this report paints a detailed picture of who reads books and stories on mobile devices and why. The findings illuminate, for the first time, the habits, beliefs and profiles of mobile readers in developing countries. This information points to strategies to expand mobile reading and, by extension, the educational and socio-economic benefits associated with increased reading. Mobile technology can advance literacy and learning in underserved communities around the world. This report shows how.

Author : Julia Cook
Publisher : National Center for Youth Issues
Page : 33 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2012-11-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781937870928

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Cell Phoney by Julia Cook Pdf

After much anticipation, Joanie Maloney finally gets her very own cell phone! Knowing that owning a cell phone requires responsibility and sound judgment, Joanie's mom requires her to complete a Cell Phone Safety Course. "Mom, it's a phone... it's not a weapon!" Joanie exclaims. Along with Joanie, children will learn the six rules of cell phone usage which are designed not only to keep them safe, but also to keep them from being tempted to hurt others. By knowing the rules, children can become masters of their cell phones and avoid becoming a "Cell Phoney!"

Author : Lynne Robertson
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 16 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2016-11-30
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9780194735926

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Matt's Red Cell Phone (Let's Go 3rd ed. Level 4 Reader 6) by Lynne Robertson Pdf

Let's Go Readers contain interesting stories that follow the Let's Go syllabus. There is a Reader for each Student Book unit.

Author : Guy Klemens
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2014-01-10
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9780786459964

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The Cellphone by Guy Klemens Pdf

Presenting the history of the cellular phone from its beginnings in the 1940s to the present, this book explains the fundamental concepts involved in wireless communication along with the ramifications of cellular technology on the economy, U.S. and international law, human health, and society. The first two chapters deal with bandwidth and radio. Subsequent chapters look at precursors to the contemporary cellphone, including the surprisingly popular car phone of the 1970s, the analog cellphones of the 1980s and early 1990s, and the basic digital phones which preceded the feature-laden, multipurpose devices of today.

Author : Tony Reinke
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2017-04-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781433552465

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12 Ways Your Phone Is Changing You by Tony Reinke Pdf

Do You Control Your Phone—Or Does Your Phone Control You? Within a few years of its unveiling, the smartphone had become part of us, fully integrated into the daily patterns of our lives. Never offline, always within reach, we now wield in our hands a magic wand of technological power we have only begun to grasp. But it raises new enigmas, too. Never more connected, we seem to be growing more distant. Never more efficient, we have never been more distracted. Drawing from the insights of numerous thinkers, published studies, and his own research, writer Tony Reinke identifies twelve potent ways our smartphones have changed us—for good and bad. Reinke calls us to cultivate wise thinking and healthy habits in the digital age, encouraging us to maximize the many blessings, to avoid the various pitfalls, and to wisely wield the most powerful gadget of human connection ever unleashed.

Author : Jenny Nimmo
Publisher : Scholastic Inc.
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2012-09-01
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780545520911

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Charlie Bone and the Time Twister (Children of the Red King #2) by Jenny Nimmo Pdf

The second book in the Children of the Red King series, TIME TWISTER offers more magical fantasy that is fast paced and easy to read.January 1916:Henry Yewbeam and his younger brother, James, have been sent to stay with their cousins at the Bloor's Academy. It is one of the coldest days of the year, and all Henry wants to do is hide from his mean cousins and play marbles. He finds a nice, long hall and begins to roll his marbles. Then he discovers a marble that doesn't look familiar to him. Suddenly a series of strange events takes place. Henry begins to disappear. He quickly scribbles on the floor GIVE THE MARBLE TO JAMES, and then he vanishes from the year 1916.

Author : Michael Ian Black
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2016-07-05
Category : Humor
ISBN : 9781481488006

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A Child's First Book of Trump by Michael Ian Black Pdf

"A humorous satirical field guide for identifying and defeating a Trump when discovered in the wilds of a presidential election"--

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Teacher Created Materials
Page : 35 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2022-02-21
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781087689685

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Tech World: Cell Phone Pros and Cons Guided Reading 6-Pack by Anonim Pdf

Cell phones have changed the way we live. They connect us to the world. They are tiny computers in our hands. Having a cell phone is a big responsibility. Featuring TIME For Kids content, this 6-Pack of nonfiction readers discusses the advantages and disadvantages of smartphones. This high-interest title includes detailed photos and sidebars, stimulating facts, and clear, informational text to engage students as they build their critical literacy skills. The Reader's Guide and Try It! sections prompt students to connect back to the text, and provide extensive language-development activities that will develop critical thinking. The books include text features such as a table of contents, glossary, and an index to increase understanding and improve academic vocabulary. Aligned with state and national standards, this text prepares students for college and career. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a lesson plan.

Author : David Werner
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Community health aides
ISBN : 0942364155

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Where There is No Doctor by David Werner Pdf

Author : Yan, Zheng
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 1542 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2015-03-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781466682405

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Encyclopedia of Mobile Phone Behavior by Yan, Zheng Pdf

The rise of mobile phones has brought about a new era of technological attachment as an increasing number of people rely on their personal mobile devices to conduct their daily activities. Due to the ubiquitous nature of mobile phones, the impact of these devices on human behavior, interaction, and cognition has become a widely studied topic. The Encyclopedia of Mobile Phone Behavior is an authoritative source for scholarly research on the use of mobile phones and how these devices are revolutionizing the way individuals learn, work, and interact with one another. Featuring exhaustive coverage on a variety of topics relating to mobile phone use, behavior, and the impact of mobile devices on society and human interaction, this multi-volume encyclopedia is an essential reference source for students, researchers, IT specialists, and professionals seeking current research on the use and impact of mobile technologies on contemporary culture.

Author : Lesley Ward
Publisher : Teacher Created Materials
Page : 35 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2017-10-02
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781425849771

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Tech World: Cell Phone Pros and Cons by Lesley Ward Pdf

Smartphones have transformed the way we live. Many people feel dependent on their smartphones. Some people spend too much time using them. But how much time is too much? This nonfiction book discusses the pros and cons of smartphones while introducing students to new vocabulary terms and concepts. Important text features include a glossary, index, and table of contents to engage students in reading as they develop their comprehension, vocabulary, and literacy skills. The Reader's Guide and culminating activity direct students back to the text as they develop their higher-order thinking skills. Check It Out! provides resources for additional reading and learning. With TIME For Kids content, this book aligns with national and state standards and will keep grade 4 students engaged in reading.