Author : Daniel, Ben Kei
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 912 pages
File Size : 50,44 MB
Release : 2010-11-30
Category : Computers
ISBN : 160960041X
"This book satisfies the need for methodological consideration and tools for data collection, analysis and presentation in virtual communities, covering studies on various types of virtual communities, making this reference a comprehensive source of research for those in the social sciences and humanities"--Provided by publisher.
Author : Ben Kei Daniel
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 18,30 MB
Release : 2011
Category :
ISBN :
"This book satisfies the need for methodological consideration and tools for data collection, analysis and presentation in virtual communities, covering studies on various types of virtual communities, making this reference a comprehensive source of research for those in the social sciences and humanities"--Provided by publisher.
Author : Dasgupta, Subhasish
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 13,77 MB
Release : 2013-05-31
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1466640235
Social networks are a nearly universal element of modern, information-driven societies, one that presents many opportunities and advantagesand challenges and hazardsfor organizations as well as individuals. Studies in Virtual Communities, Blogs, and Modern Social Networking: Measurements, Analysis, and Investigations provides a cross-cultural perspective of social networking, including ethical considerations and business implications. Readers will find a detailed treatment of technical, social, and legal issues inherent in online virtual communities, exploring methods of effectively implementing the latest social tools in their everyday practices, both professional and personal, in the interest of improved security and sustainability in digital collaborative environments.
Author : Khosrow-Pour, Mehdi
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 7972 pages
File Size : 14,67 MB
Release : 2014-07-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1466658894
"This 10-volume compilation of authoritative, research-based articles contributed by thousands of researchers and experts from all over the world emphasized modern issues and the presentation of potential opportunities, prospective solutions, and future directions in the field of information science and technology"--Provided by publisher.
Author : Alejandro Peña-Ayala
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 522 pages
File Size : 42,75 MB
Release : 2012-08-10
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 3642301711
The Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies book series encompasses the topics of knowledge, intelligence, innovation and sustainability. The aim of the series is to make available a platform for the publication of books on all aspects of single and multi-disciplinary research on these themes in order to make the latest results available in a readily-accessible form. This book is devoted to the “Intelligent and Adaptive Educational-Learning Systems”. It privileges works that highlight key achievements and outline trends to inspire future research. After a rigorous revision process twenty manuscripts were accepted and organized into four parts: Modeling, Content, Virtuality and Applications. This volume is of interest to researchers, practitioners, professors and postgraduate students aimed to update their knowledge and find out targets for future work in the field of artificial intelligence on education.
Author : Yan, Zheng
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 1379 pages
File Size : 25,52 MB
Release : 2012-03-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 146660316X
"This book offers a complete look into the field of cyber behavior, surveying case studies, research, frameworks, techniques, technologies, and future developments relating to the way people interact and behave online"--Provided by publisher.
Author : Cambridge, Darren
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 27,80 MB
Release : 2012-02-29
Category : Education
ISBN : 1466601442
As information is increasingly gathered online, the issues surrounding the usefulness, organization and interaction with electronic collection have grown in number and scope. E-Portfolios and Global Diffusion: Solutions for Collaborative Education addresses the emerging requirements, concerns and applications for e-portfolios. Through innovative chapters on real-world business uses, educational experiences, ideal design, this book fills an important gap in current literature concerning Web 2.0 applications. The theoretical debate surrounding e-portfolios is also presented along with international viewpoints, providing an important contribution to the global discussion of representing knowledge in the 21st century.
Author : Mehdi Khosrowpour
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 1353 pages
File Size : 42,76 MB
Release : 2012-12-31
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 1466626747
"The 2nd edition of the Dictionary of Information Science and Technology is an updated compilation of the latest terms and definitions, along with reference citations, as they pertain to all aspects of the information and technology field"--Provided by publisher.
Author : Yuniya Kawamura
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 175 pages
File Size : 21,56 MB
Release : 2020-01-09
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1350089796
Whether you're investigating fashion as a material object, an abstract idea, a social phenomenon, or a commercial system, qualitative techniques can further your understanding of almost any research topic. Doing Research in Fashion and Dress begins by guiding you through a brief history of fashion studies, and the debates surrounding it, before introducing key qualitative methodological approaches, including ethnography, semiology, and object-based research. Detailed case studies demonstrate how each methodology is used in practice. These case studies include Japanese subcultures, fashion photography blogs and semiotic studies of fashion magazine shoots and advertisements. This second edition also features a new chapter on internet sources and online ethnography, reflecting the adoption of social media tools not only by industry practitioners but also by academics. By contextualizing history, theory and practice Doing Research in Fashion and Dress offers: -A systematic examination of qualitative research methods in fashion studies in social sciences. -A practical guide for anyone wishing to conduct fashion research in academia or in the business world. -An accessible grounding in contemporary fashion studies literature.
Author : Niess, Margaret L.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 851 pages
File Size : 49,54 MB
Release : 2015-08-03
Category : Education
ISBN : 1466684046
Traditional classrooms are fast becoming a minority in the education field. As technologies continue to develop as a pervasive aspect of modern society, educators must be trained to meet the demands and opportunities afforded by this technology-rich landscape. The Handbook of Research on Teacher Education in the Digital Age focuses on the needs of teachers as they redesign their curricula and lessons to incorporate new technological tools. Including theoretical frameworks, empirical research, and best practices, this book serves as a guide for researchers, educators, and faculty and professional developers of distance learning tools.
