In this thesis we first review the model theory of quantifier elimination and investigate the logical relations among various quantifier elimination tests. In particular we prove the equivalence of two quantifier elimination tests for countable theories. Next we give a procedure for eliminating quantifiers for the theory of real closed ordered fields with a predicate for the powers of two. This...

Critical Discourse Analysis uncovers the relationship between discourse, ideology, and power. This study investigated and analyzed contents, social relations, and subject positions in conversations of four popular advanced ELT textbooks. The findings indicated that for contents, giving/asking for information and interaction were outstandingly significant. Regarding social relations, friend was ...

AIM Many forms of critical theory shape nursing research. One approach that is gaining popularity is Carspecken's critical ethnography. This methodology was designed to help researchers understand power relations by merging a critical stance with a complex and dynamic qualitative strategy of inquiry. Despite the appeal of this approach, we argue Carspecken does not adequately address how resear...