Simulated Voyages

Simulated Voyages
Author: Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 304
Release: 1996-04-21
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0309053838

This book assesses the state of practice and use of ship-bridge simulators in the professional development and licensing of deck officers and marine pilots. It focuses on full-mission computer-based simulators and manned models. It analyzes their use in instruction, evaluation and licensing and gives information and practical guidance on the establishment of training and licensing program standards, and on simulator and simulation validation.

Performance Evaluation for Network Services, Systems and Protocols

Performance Evaluation for Network Services, Systems and Protocols
Author: Stênio Fernandes
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 185
Release: 2017-03-21
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 3319545213

This book provides a comprehensive view of the methods and approaches for performance evaluation of computer networks. It offers a clear and logical introduction to the topic, covering both fundamental concepts and practical aspects. It enables the reader to answer a series of questions regarding performance evaluation in modern computer networking scenarios, such as ‘What, where, and when to measure?’, ‘Which time scale is more appropriate for a particular measurement and analysis?’, 'Experimentation, simulation or emulation? Why?’, and ‘How do I best design a sound performance evaluation plan?’. The book includes concrete examples and applications in the important aspects of experimentation, simulation and emulation, and analytical modeling, with strong support from the scientific literature. It enables the identification of common shortcomings and highlights where students, researchers, and engineers should focus to conduct sound performance evaluation. This book is a useful guide to advanced undergraduates and graduate students, network engineers, and researchers who plan and design proper performance evaluation of computer networks and services. Previous knowledge of computer networks concepts, mechanisms, and protocols is assumed. Although the book provides a quick review on applied statistics in computer networking, familiarity with basic statistics is an asset. It is suitable for advanced courses on computer networking as well as for more specific courses as a secondary textbook.

A Practical Guide for Medical Teachers

A Practical Guide for Medical Teachers
Author: John Dent
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 426
Release: 2017-04-26
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0702068934

The Fifth Edition of the highly praised Practical Guide for Medical Teachers provides a bridge between the theoretical aspects of medical education and the delivery of enthusiastic and effective teaching in basic science and clinical medicine. Healthcare professionals are committed teachers and this book is an essential guide to help them maximise their performance. - This highly regarded book recognises the importance of educational skills in the delivery of quality teaching in medicine. - The contents offer valuable insights into all important aspects of medical education today. - A leading educationalist from the USA joins the book's editorial team. - The continual emergence of new topics is recognised in this new edition with nine new chapters: The role of patients as teachers and assessors; Medical humanities; Decision-making; Alternative medicine; Global awareness; Education at a time of ubiquitous information; Programmative assessment; Student engagement; and Social accountability. - An enlarged group of authors from more than 15 countries provides both an international perspective and a multi-professional approach to topics of interest to all healthcare teachers.

The Role of the Preceptor

The Role of the Preceptor
Author: Jean Pieri Flynn
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 168
Release: 2006
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780826137159

"This book contains two new chapters on preceptorship in home care settings and distance learning programs. It exemplifies the second edition of this how-to guide for nursing faculty and clinicians. Flynn and Stack provide a useful and easy-to-follow framework for not only developing and implementing preceptor programs, but also for learning how to precept students and facilitate the development of nursing expertise in both preceptors and preceptees. This second edition includes information on precepting, mentoring, and teaching; a model preceptor program, which includes charts, tables; and a special section on internships, residencies, and mentoring in the nursing program. Overall, the concept of how preceptorship aids in nursing education is shown throughout this book" - Provided by the Publisher.