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The contributors to this volume define the terms and concepts for understanding gender bias in engineering and technology fields, and propose recommendations for enhancing mentoring practices to conne
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This book brings together international contributors in computer science, information science, public administration, business economics, library science, and education. They integrate ideas from e-le
The field of data mining is receiving significant attention in today's information-rich society, where data is available from different sources and formats, in large volumes, and no longer constitutes
This book is concerned with the design, development, and evaluation of a new form of interactive multimedia computer-aided learning (CAL): technology-assisted problem-solving (TAPS) packages, which in
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This volume presents 13 chapters on the use of ambient computing, the internet of things, and smart city design in urban spaces. Information technology, architecture, and other specialists from the
The integration of technology in education has provided tremendous opportunity for learners of all ages. In today’s technology-focused society, the traditional classroom setting is being transformed t
Though an individual can process a limitless amount of information, the human brain can only comprehend a small amount of data at a time. Using technology can improve the process and comprehension of
This work unites international contributors in knowledge management, computer modeling, biomedical engineering, integrative neuroscience, multimedia, and theory of mind and technology. They highlight
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