Lifelong Learning for Engineers and Scientists in the Information Age

Lifelong Learning for Engineers and Scientists in the Information Age
Author: Ashok Naimpally
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 102
Release: 2011-12-06
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0123852153

The book provides a comprehensive review of lifelong learning, information literacy and internships including assessment techniques for lifelong learning, teamwork and information literacy as defined by the ABET criteria. It also discusses critical thinking skills for scientists and engineers and their role in lifelong learning in the information age. It will be invaluable for: - Engineering educators including librarians interested in developing programs to satisfy the ABET criteria for lifelong learning and teamwork. - Engineering librarians developing programs and assessment tools for information literacy using online databases and the Internet. - Engineering educators and career advisors interested in developing internship programs in engineering. An internship is defined as work performed in an industrial setting that provides practical experience and adds value to the classroom and research learning processes. This book will cover all aspects involved in administering internship and cooperative education programs. - Employers of interns will find useful information on needs assessment, program development, evaluation and the importance of lifelong learning; and, - Science and engineering educators interested in developing critical thinking skills in their students as an aid to developing lifelong learning skills especially given the challenges in the digital age. - Provides information on how to develop programs and assessment tools for information literacy - Describes how to set up an internship program - Develops critical thinking skills

Teaching to Individual Differences in Science and Engineering Librarianship

Teaching to Individual Differences in Science and Engineering Librarianship
Author: Jeanine Mary Williamson
Publisher: Chandos Publishing
Total Pages: 190
Release: 2017-08-11
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0081018827

Teaching to Individual Differences in Science and Engineering Librarianship: Adapting Library Instruction to Learning Styles and Personality Characteristics applies learning styles and personality characteristics to science and engineering library instruction. After introducing the idea that individuals tend to choose college majors and occupations in alignment with their learning style and personality characteristics, the book presents background on the Kolb Learning Styles model, the 16 PF (Personality Factor) framework, and the Big Five/Narrow Traits personality framework. It then reviews extant knowledge on the learning styles and personality characteristics of scientists, engineers and librarians. Next, the book considers general approaches to the personalization of instruction to learning styles and personality characteristics, opportunities for such personalization in science and engineering library instruction, and science and engineering librarian attitudes towards, and approaches to, this type of personalization of instruction. - Best Publication Award - ASEE Engineering Library Division - Considers teaching and individual differences within science and engineering librarianship - Offers a balanced and critical account of the adaptation of library instruction to learning styles and personality characteristics - Cites the dynamic instruction/adaptive teaching literature - Discusses opportunities and suggestions for incorporating personalization into science and engineering library instruction

Developing People's Information Capabilities

Developing People's Information Capabilities
Author: Mark Hepworth
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing
Total Pages: 310
Release: 2013-08-01
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1781907676

Developing People's Information Capabilities: Fostering Information Literacy in Educational, Workplace and Community Contexts is Vol 8 of the well regarded Library and Information Science Series. This book hones in on accessible issues across different work and educational contexts and is of value to both academic and practitioner.

Handbook of Research on Cross-Disciplinary Uses of Gamification in Organizations

Handbook of Research on Cross-Disciplinary Uses of Gamification in Organizations
Author: Bernardes, Oscar
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 657
Release: 2022-01-28
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1799892255

Gaming is increasingly prevalent in our society and everyday lives as a form of leisure or competition. The typical aim of gaming is to gain a pleasant experience from the game. Because of the saturation of gaming in global society, the gamification concept and its operationalization in non-gaming contexts has become a growing practice. This technological novelty is the basis for an innovative change in many types of environments such as education, commerce, marketing, work, health, governance, and sustainability, among others. The service sector especially has shown widespread adoption of the method as it seeks to increase and motivate audiences and promote brands. However, little research is available on the adoption of gamification in organizations, leading to a need for literature that investigates best practices for utilization and implementation. The Handbook of Research on Cross-Disciplinary Uses of Gamification in Organizations is a comprehensive and timely reference book that explores the field of gamification for economic and social development. This book provides dynamic research from this emerging field. Covering topics such as distance learning, health behaviors, and workplace training, this book is a valuable reference for researchers, marketing managers, students, managers, executives, software developers, IT specialists, technology developers, faculty of P-12 and higher education, teachers, professors, government officials, and academicians.

The Art and Craft of Case Writing

The Art and Craft of Case Writing
Author: William Naumes
Publisher: M.E. Sharpe
Total Pages: 304
Release: 2006
Genre: Case method
ISBN: 9780765628848

A practical, comprehensive, and multidisciplinary guide that blends an informal, workshop style with solid theory and practice. It is suitable for those conducting case research in business or the social sciences - whether experienced or novice. It also includes skills for writing both teaching cases and research cases.

Emerging Issues in Smart Learning

Emerging Issues in Smart Learning
Author: Guang Chen
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2014-09-10
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 3662441888

This book provides an archival forum for researchers, academics, practitioners and industry professionals interested and/or engaged in the reform of the ways of teaching and learning through advancing current learning environments towards smart learning environments. The contributions of this book are submitted to the International Conference on Smart Learning Environments (ICSLE 2014). The focus of this proceeding is on the interplay of pedagogy, technology and their fusion towards the advancement of smart learning environments. Various components of this interplay include but are not limited to: Pedagogy- learning paradigms, assessment paradigms, social factors, policy; Technology- emerging technologies, innovative uses of mature technologies, adoption, usability, standards and emerging/new technological paradigms (open educational resources, cloud computing, etc.)

Learning Bio-Micro-Nanotechnology

Learning Bio-Micro-Nanotechnology
Author: Mel I. Mendelson
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 611
Release: 2013-01-04
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 146659103X

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, engineering, electronics, computers, biomedicine, microscopy, ethics, and risks to humankind. It provides an introduction into the small world with a low fo

Social Media Mining and Social Network Analysis: Emerging Research

Social Media Mining and Social Network Analysis: Emerging Research
Author: Xu, Guandong
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2013-01-31
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1466628073

Social Media Mining and Social Network Analysis: Emerging Research highlights the advancements made in social network analysis and social web mining and its influence in the fields of computer science, information systems, sociology, organization science discipline and much more. This collection of perspectives on developmental practice is useful for industrial practitioners as well as researchers and scholars.