Innovative Teaching Strategies and New Learning Paradigms in Computer Programming


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Courses in computer programming combine a number of different concepts, from general problem-solving to mathematical precepts such as algorithms and computational intelligence. Due to the complex nature of computer science education, teaching the novice programmer can be a challenge. Innovative Teaching Strategies and New Learning Paradigms in Computer Programming brings together pedagogical and technological methods to address the recent challenges that have developed in computer programming courses. Focusing on educational tools, computer science concepts, and educational design, this book is an essential reference source for teachers, practitioners, and scholars interested in improving the success rate of students.




The Multivariate Algorithmic Revolution and Beyond


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Parameterized complexity is currently a thriving field in complexity theory and algorithm design. A significant part of the success of the field can be attributed to Michael R. Fellows. This Festschrift has been published in honor of Mike Fellows on the occasion of his 60th birthday. It contains 20 papers that showcase the important scientific contributions of this remarkable man, describes the history of the field of parameterized complexity, and also reflects on other parts of Mike Fellows’s unique and broad range of interests, including his work on the popularization of discrete mathematics for young children. The volume contains several surveys that introduce the reader to the field of parameterized complexity and discuss important notions, results, and developments in this field.




Information Systems, E-learning, and Knowledge Management Research


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This book constitutes the proceedings of the 4th World Summit on the Knowledge Society, WSKS 2011, held in Mykonos, Greece, in September 2011. The 90 revised full papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 198 submissions. The papers address issues such as information technology, e-learning, e-business, cultural heritage, e-government.




Adventures Between Lower Bounds and Higher Altitudes


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This Festschrift volume is published in honor of Juraj Hromkovič on the occasion of his 60th birthday. Juraj Hromkovič is a leading expert in the areas of automata and complexity theory, algorithms for hard problems, and computer science education. The contributions in this volume reflect the breadth and impact of his work. The volume contains 35 full papers related to Juraj Hromkovič’s research. They deal with various aspects of the complexity of finite automata, the information content of online problems, stability of approximation algorithms, reoptimization algorithms, computer science education, and many other topics within the fields of algorithmics and complexity theory. Moreover, the volume contains a prologue and an epilogue of laudatios from several collaborators, colleagues, and friends.




Flexible Learning, Human Resource and Organisational Development


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This book addresses contemporary contexts of flexible learning and its practices, and looks at the directions in which education and training providers may be required to go, in order to implement flexible learning.







Proceedings of the 3rd Progress in Social Science, Humanities and Education Research Symposium (PSSHERS 2021)


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This is an open access book. The 3rd Progress in Social Science, Humanities and Education Research Symposium (PSSHERS) 2021 was conducted on 3 November 2021, at the Universitas Negeri Padang, West Sumatra, Indonesia. The aim of the Symposium is to bring together scholars, students, researchers, and administrators from different countries, and to discuss theoretical and practical issues in the fields of Science and Technology. Your prospective, valuable contributions on this field will be evaluated by the Scientific Committee, and the ones approved to be presented will also be published in the Proceedings and selected will be published in Journal.




Leadership and Workplace Culture in the Digital Era


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Digital technologies are transforming the world, especially within the business realm. There is a need to comprehend the changes related to digital transformation for both the present and future. Such comprehension enables businesses to achieve success and sustainability. It is of the utmost importance that business leaders are both aware of this digital transformation, and that they shape their leadership strategies and approaches accordingly. Leadership and Workplace Culture in the Digital Era explores leadership changes in light of the advancements in the digital era. It further discusses the role of leadership in relation to business strategies and investigates future leadership styles and their implementation. Covering topics such as technological stress, employee commitment, and leadership development, this premier reference source is an essential resource for business executives and managers, human resource managers, IT managers, government officials, students and faculty of higher education, librarians, researchers, and academicians.




Intelligent Learning Paradigm and Student Empowerment


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The Covid-19 pandemic brought about dramatic change in the education sector, deeply affecting schools as they were forced to shut down and as online learning became common. Post-Covid, it is clear that many of the practices brought about by the pandemic are actually beneficial in education in the long run. This new volume explores the development and evolution of smart learning, learning analytics, intelligent learning, and the Internet of Things as they pertain to student empowerment in the classroom. The book covers a wide range of topics on digital pedagogy, including educational robotics, immersive technology-based education systems, interactive e-books, using virtual reality and augmented reality (XR) technology, online proctoring, digital transformation of teaching method modules, and much more. Key features: Incorporates and transforms digital pedagogy across the board of functional processes Explores state-of-the-art smart tools in education Offers ideas for successful transformation to digital teaching methods Discusses how digital education can foster student agency and promote cross-disciplinary collaboration