This collection of twenty-one articles on online education showcases current scholarship in developing online technologies such as Learning Management Systems (LMS) and course management software. The
For educators, course designers, and managers in academia, Bromage (learning development, Coventry University, UK) et al. bring together 29 case studies that consider how interprofessionalism can be p
Consisting of 15 papers, this collection examines the experiences of women learning through digital technologies, studying to become IT professionals, and working with IT. The researchers also explore
Whether by synergy or by synthesis, development and technology are becoming synonymous in every domain. Cases on Transnational Learning and Technologically Enabled Environments reports on national an
"This book presents a better knowledge and understanding of applying knowledge-based development policies, contributing to the theorizing of knowledge-based development and creation of knowledge socie
Contributors from Europe and Australia look toward the future of technology uses in education. Chapters are grouped in sections on learner and teacher, the context of learning, learning approaches, le
This handbook of research on building information modeling (BIM) and construction informatics explores the problems involved in information integration and interoperability in the life cycle of a buil
Hybrid learning (or blended learning) combines face-to-face instruction with computer-mediated instruction. This book collects work from Asia, Europe, the US, and Australia by professionals in educati
The 18 papers in this collection describe blended learning practices for combining face-to-face and online approaches to instruction, and report the benefits of using technology to connect learners fr
This book demonstrates the possibility of transforming machine learning algorithms into integrated commonsense reasoning processes in which inductive and deductive inferences correlate and support one
Collaborative virtual learning environments are both two dimensional and three dimensional virtual spaces incorporating multiple interactive aspects or collaborative dialogic forums that link learners
The first half of this volume describes the computer and web technologies that enable online education, the students who use e-learning technologies, and the different e-learning environments and comm
The 17 chapters in this collection present architectures and platforms for the development and adoption of the next generation of mobile learning systems in terms of non-functional requirements, such
Educators are now seeking new methodologies to respond to the demand for personal education and knowledge acquisition and production. Concept mapping, a powerful learning and teaching technique, provi
Karacapilidis (management information systems, U. of Patras, Greece) introduces 19 chapters aimed at helping researchers, educators, and others to understand and incorporate Web-based concepts and tec
This reference for academics, researchers, and industry practitioners discusses major theoretical aspects and practical solutions related to content-based image retrieval using current technologies an
Second-generation Internet-based services including mobile computing, social networking, podcasts, blogs, wikis, and interactive whiteboards have emerged as a major trend in information communication
Disciplines driven by visuals and statistics, such as geography, have become the direct beneficiaries of new technologies and applications to distance and collaborative learning. The reports and paper
The 18 contributions in this collection describe proven approaches to student learning and assessment, curriculum development, innovative teaching, and team projects that solidify classroom concepts a
Sixty international academics contribute 33 chapters reporting on research and studies of innovative theoretical and practical approaches to language learning and teaching in the area of computer assi
"This book compiles real-world case studies on successful classroom models and practices to provide rewarding learning environments for students with disabilities. It addresses topics such as behavior
"This book explores instructional strategies and curriculum decisions that create and support a socially just learning environment in higher education settings. It examines the cultural implications o
"This book is a critical scholarly resource that highlights the issues, challenges, and online engagement experiences to enhance effective teaching and learning in this learning environment. Featuring
"This book develops solutions for success in academia and in business by analyzing various types of face-to-face and digital interactions in terms of comprehension and relationship-building. The integ
"This book disseminates practical solutions to the automation of open and distance learning. It discusses computational methods, algorithms, implemented prototype systems, and applications of open and
"This book serves as a forum for the improvement of online education for schools and teachers planning to implement, or currently engaged in, e-learning. Focusing on online schooling and curriculum pr
"This book offers an in-depth description of concepts related to positive scholarship for global K-20 education in this changing society. It covers all areas of education and e-learning"--
"This book explores the extraction and prediction of patterns at multiple levels of abstraction. It involves a procedure handling both numeric and nominal data at once using a single method and the me
"This book explores curriculum integration in contemporary teaching practice. It covers topics such as interdisciplinary K-12 teaching and learning, teaching and learning theories for curriculum integ
"This book is an essential reference source that examines the impact that games and simulations have within different learning environments. Featuring in-depth discussions on relevant topics including
"This book shares good practices in the field of using audio-visual media and inspire more teachers and learners take full advantage of technology and enable effective learning both inside and beyond
"This book explores the fundamental understanding of learning statistics efficiently and effectively has a lot to do with how students think about statistics, how statistical cognitive processes influ
"This book reveals insights about the flipped learning strategy and its potential for impacting ELA content area learning. It includes action research across grade levels by ELA teachers implementing
Flipped instruction refers to students working with new course concepts outside the classroom before in-class learning with an instructor. The book covers course design and instructional strategie
Niess reports on research in how to train K-12 teachers to incorporate technology that did not exist when they were learning to be teachers and learning their particular subject area. The goal of
"This book examines the impact of Common Core State Standards on teaching and learning within elementary classrooms, focusing on the influence that Common Core has on teacher education programs and ho
Researchers and instructors in architecture and other design disciplines present findings on how best to support, though teaching and assessment, the learning of teamworking skills students will need
Contributors from a wide range of humanities and natural and social sciences explore theoretical aspects of indigenous knowledge systems. Their topics include learning and asserting an African indigen
This volume compiles 14 articles by education and other specialists from the US, UK, Mexico, and China, who address community engagement program implementation and service learning, with an emphasis o
