"The first part of this book is concerned mainly with theoretical issues, and deals with the use of images in anthropology, sociology and psychology. The second section focuses on image-oriented qualitative research methodology, while the final part of the book is devoted to more practical concerns,
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presenting discussions of how researchers in different academic contexts have used and applied images in their own work." (European Journal of Communication 14:1, 1999)
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"Carvalho has collected the work of twenty one of Brazil's most prominent photographers with special emphasis on images which reflect the dynamism and eclecticism of Brazilian society. The book begins with an historical overview, continuing with the experiences of the independent photo agencies of t
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he 1970s, the creative surge in the 80s, and the recent emergence of photography as a means of personal and artistic expression. The author is a free-lance photographer and researcher who teaches photography in London." (Publisher description)
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"Myron J. Pereira, SJ, brings together his years of experience in Development Communication as the director of ASTHA, a department of the Xavier Institute of Communications, Bombay. In this book he deals with sound slides, video, audio-cassettes and posters, street-plays and puppets and how they can
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be effectively used to transform the society. Essentially this is a 'how to' book. Numerous media practitioners are not professionals in any way. They are teachers, pastors, social workers, community organizers and political activists. But they are aware of the influence of modern communications and they would like to improve their skills and widen their perspectives both in communication and with the media. The book is meant for them." (Back cover)
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""Visual Anthropology: Photography as a Research Method" is a classic and influential book by John Collier, Jr. and Malcolm Collier that teaches how to use photography as a scientific tool in anthropological research. The book focuses on developing thorough observation skills and outlines methods fo
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r the systematic gathering, analysis, and interpretation of photographic data to understand human behavior and culture. It covers the process from initial orientation and data gathering to more complex analysis of subjects like social interaction and technology." (AI-created abstract)
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"Konkrete Erfahrungsberichte und praxisorientierte technische wie methodische Anleitungen zur Erstellung einer Tonbildschau." (commbox)