Intended for healthcare experts who have been asked to teach a class, the six chapters in this text introduce current teaching and learning theories, the process of developing course material, evidenc
The interplay between optimization and machine learning is one of the most importantdevelopments in modern computational science. Optimization formulations and methods are proving tobe vital in design
Established in the 1930s to rescue scientists and scholars from Nazi Europe, the Society for the Protection of Science and Learning (SPSL, founded in 1933 as the Academic Assistance Council and now kn
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'Learning involves doinga€|Since action learning suggests that we may best master whatever unknown challenge appears by working with others who seek to triumph in the same way, its programmes should b
Highlighting the best in management learning theory and practices, the authors provide a comprehensive approach to leadership from a learning perspective. This exciting new book, from award-winning au
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Concise descriptions of grammar, use, and genres make Learning Japanese for Real indispensable for adult learners of the language. The volume presents a holistic view of the knowledge required for pro
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The topic of preferences is a new branch of machine learning and data mining, and it has attracted considerable attention in artificial intelligence research in previous years. It involves learning fr
This volume explores how and when teachers' knowledge develops through teaching. The book presents international views on teachers' learning from their practice; the chapters are written by mathematic
Analysis of Teaching and Learning in Physical Education presents research-based best practices for teaching physical education in order to help pre-service and practicing teachers improve their skill
This book is a guide to the features of Microsoft Excel, one of the key products of the Microsoft Office suite. Step-by-step instructions and visual aides help the reader easily learn the software. P
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What is the role of narrative in how people learn throughout their lives?Are there different patterns and forms of narrativity? How do they influence learning?Based on data gathered for the Learning L
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Make Learning Stick is a practical, easy-to-use resource aimed at helping trainers hit the sweet spot of training application on the job. Author Barbara Carnes offers a treasure trove of techniques ba
This book constitutes the thoroughly refereed post-conference proceedings of the Third International Conference on Learning and Intelligent Optimization, LION 2009 III, held in Trento, Italy, in Janua
This handy guide is coordinated with both The Basics of Social Research , 5th Edition text and the SPSS Student Version 17.0 CD-ROM to help students learn basic navigation in SPSS, including how to en
This book examines the concept of service-learning as a teaching tool for educators to help occupational therapy students improve their skills and understanding in a number of areas. Those include: cr
As a child, Souto-Manning's (early childhood education, Columbia U.) problem-posing approach to learning was shaped by her schooling at Paulo Freire's (1921-1997) progressive, liberatory school in Rec
What value do learning initiatives bring to organizations? Measuring for Success presents surprising answers from CEOs and other top leaders representing some of the most recognizable company names in
This practical guide provides teachers with ideas for stimulating effective learning in the classroom. It is designed to help teachers reflect on effective learning and highlight the learning experie
Teachers are very good at providing excellent opportunities for children’s learning to progress. Often, without fully understanding the reasons why, teachers encourage learning in their charges
We know that certain technologies, including distance learning and e-learning can be made to work in individualized instruction, but we are still working on trying to understand how technology can enh
Features a collection of papers that deal with the concept of entrepreneurial learning. This book is a useful reference to entrepreneurship and organizational learning literature. A state-of-the-art i
Takac (U. of Osijek, Croatia) examines the linguistic and psychological aspects underlying the phenomenon of vocabulary learning strategies. While rooted in the cognitive theory of learning, the study
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Interactive Whiteboards (IWBs) are becoming increasingly common in schools and early years settings, and it is important for trainees to be equipped with the necessary skills and understanding to use
Watts, Service Learning, discusses the various programs available to students; the difference between service learning and internships; how to find these programs; and how such experiences help stude
The school library has changed dramatically. Today, it is a portal to a world of learning that includes traditional books, digital resources, and online environments. As the importance of information
E-learning is still in its infancy. This can be seen both in the limited pedagogical quality and lack of portability of e-learning content, and in the lack of user-friendly tools to exploit the opport
By understanding why children struggle with maths, teachers are better equipped to provide effective support and nurture confidence in low-achievers. Numeracy and Learning Difficulties includes how to
Learning Bio-Micro-Nanotechnology is a primer on micro/nanotechnology that teaches the vocabulary, fundamental concepts, and applications of micro/nanotechnology in biology, chemistry, physics, engine
The detailed study of learning disability features rarely in university courses. To a large extent this reflects the low value attributed by our society and its human services to people with learning
Perceptual learning is the specific and relatively permanent modification of perception and behavior following sensory experience. It encompasses parts of the learning process that are independent fro
