David Johnson: 187 books

How Myths about Language Affect Education: What Every Teacher Should Know clarifies some of the most common misconceptions about language, particularly those that affect teachers and the decisions they make when they teach English language learners. The chapters in this book address myths about language...

This book documents the rich and spectacular heritage of the Australian continent over the last 4400 million years. Now in its third edition, The Geology of Australia provides a comprehensive overview of Australia's geology, landscapes and Earth resources. Beginning with the Precambrian rocks that...

Table of ContentsIntroductionThings to Know Before Visiting SwedenSecurity and Your ValuablesTransportationFoodArchitecture and Historical BuildingsPriceCold WeatherAlcohol MonopolyTap Water PleaseGetting Around SwedenFlying to and Around SwedenSweden by TrainRenting a Car in SwedenSweden by...

An examination of two seemingly incongruous areas of study: classical models of argumentation and modern modes of digital communication What can ancient rhetorical theory possibly tell us about the role of new digital media technologies in contemporary public culture? Some central issues we...

Here is the result of over ten years of hands-on clinical experience by two experts wha have worked with the elderly. The authors explore the contributions of the creative arts therapies, specifically movement and drama therapy, to the individual and communal welfare of residents in nursing homes. Waiting...

Dying for A Crush You Can't Have Have you been trying to get the attention of that gorgeous beauty or hunk you see around your neighborhood, and they didn't seem to care if you existed? That can be very disappointing and depressing. You might begin to wonder if you lack the physical...

The Gospel According to John is a book of divinely inspired writing, a record by one who had direct experience with Jesus. John had the gifts of both a remarkably deep understanding and a mystical experience of Jesus' spirituality. The gospel tells what a committed following of these teachings did for John and can do for each of us.

First Published in 2005. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.

Parents can play an immensely important role in supporting their children's literacy learning at home, but how can primary teachers enlist the support of parents in helping children learn literacy? With a focus on improving children's literacy skills, this book provides practical answers to...

IntroductionSweden which is officially referred to as the Kingdom of Sweden is part of the Scandinavian group of countries, which are situated in the Northern part of Europe. It derived its name from an old English word “Sweopeod” which meant ‘people of the Swedes. Sweden is known to...

The Geology of Australia provides a vivid and informative account of the evolution of the Australian continent over the last 4400 million years. Starting with the Precambrian rocks that hold clues to the origins of life and the development of an oxygenated atmosphere, it goes on to cover the warm...

Examining the role of symbolic innovations in higher education institutions, this book distinguishes between the real, material changes universities undergo and the ways universities present them and symbolic changes to outside and internal stakeholders. By defining symbolic innovations and their...

This collection of essays examines President Truman’s somewhat contentious relationships with Congress. Authors evaluate Truman’s successes and defeats and measure him against later presidents of the United States. While the Truman era has been perceived as a stalemate between the executive and...

Diabetes, I Aint Having It! presents a unique lifestyle regime for those affected by type 2 diabetes. Its suggestions offer substantial health gains for those who want to live their optimal health right now and become Diabeaters. A Diabeater is someone who has diabetes living with them, who...