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Provides fundamental research on the common structures in LTS architectures and solutions for specific forms such as knowledge-based, distributed, or adaptive applications of e-learning.

Presents the latest scholarly research on new models, trends, and data for solving instructional and learning challenges in education. Featuring extensive coverage on a wide range of topics such as distance education, online learning, and blended learning, this publication is designed for academics, practitioners, researchers, and students.

Presents the latest advances and methodologies on knowledge administration in the business field. Featuring extensive coverage on relevant areas such as informal learning, quality management, and knowledge acquisition, this publication is an ideal resource for practitioners, marketers, human resource managers, professors, researchers, and students.

Provides a comprehensive description and analysis into the use of music information retrieval, from the data management perspective.

Serving as a reference source of Human Computer Interaction (HCI) applications and designs, this title provides an analysis of online business training programs and e-learning in the higher education sector. It describes a range of positive outcomes for linking information management techniques. It is intended for researchers and practitioners.

A comprehensive reference source for knowledge on electronic surveys. This handbook of research provides coverage of the challenges associated with the use of the Internet to develop online surveys, administer Web-based instruments, and conduct computer-mediated assessments.

Concerned with the most common research styles in Web-based teaching or learning, this book is intended for practitioners, educators and students, who wish to learn how to conduct research in online teaching and learning, and helps define style in educational research methodology.

A comprehensive coverage of the major themes of e-portfolios, addressing the major issues, from concept to technology to implementation. This book provides an investigation on a variety of e-portfolio uses through case studies and supporting technologies, and also explains the conceptual thinking behind potential uses.

M-commerce (mobile-commerce) refers to e-commerce activities carried out via a mobile terminal such as a phone or PDA. This text addresses issues pertaining to the development, deployment and use of these applications.

This book tells readers how technologies and business models are converging, and looks at technology and business holistically, arguing that it's no longer possible to think about business or technology separately. It offers technology that will take business to the next level.

Highlights emerging perspectives and critical insights into the preservation of personal data and the complications that can arise when one's identity is compromised. This critical volume features key research on methods and technologies for protection, the problems associated with identity theft, and outlooks for the future.

Offers insights from cutting-edge research about the strategies and techniques that can be implemented to protect against cyber-attacks. Calling for revolutionary protection strategies to reassess security, this book is an essential resource for programmers, engineers, business professionals, researchers, and advanced students in relevant fields.

Argues that effective decision making can be augmented by asset management based on mathematical techniques and models. Resolving the problems associated with minimizing uncertainty, this publication outlines a myriad of methodologies, procedures, case studies, and management tools that can help any organization achieve world-class maintenance.

Presents the latest scholarly research on the implementation of cloud pedagogies and innovations in classroom environments. Highlighting concepts related to learning engagement, curriculum design, and theoretical perspectives, this book is designed for researchers, practitioners, professionals, and students interested in the use of cloud technology in digital classrooms.

Highlights emergent trends and empirical research on technological innovations in medicine and healthcare. Investigating the impact of nanotechnology and nanomechanics on the treatment of diseases, regenerative medicine, and drug delivery systems, this publication is a vital reference source for professionals, researchers, medical students, and engineering students.

Highlights strategic planning and operations tactics in the areas of human resource management and security. Featuring the impact of espionage, geopolitics, and diplomacy, this book is an insightful reference for business and government executives, scholars, graduate and undergraduate students, and practitioners.

Examines the complexities and challenges present in improvising the learning process in education programmes. This publication highlights real-life experiences, theoretical concepts, and practical applications within the field, as well as the role of information technologies in management education and training programmes.

Presents the latest scholarly material on the implementation of big data analytics for improved operations and supply chain processes. Highlighting emerging strategies from different industry perspectives, this book is designed for managers, professionals, practitioners, and students interested in the most recent research on supply chain innovations.

Provides a thorough overview of decision models and methodologies in the context of business economics. Highlighting a variety of relevant issues on finance, economic policy, and firms and networks, this book is a reference source for managers, professionals, students, and academics interested in emerging developments for decision analysis.

Presents the latest academic material on strategic entrepreneurship initiatives to facilitate organisational growth and success, focusing on the role of digital technologies in business environments. This publication highlights theoretical frameworks, industry perspectives, and emerging methodologies.

Presents a thorough overview of the latest developments in effective management techniques for collecting, processing, analysing, and utilizing geographical data and information. Highlighting theoretical frameworks and relevant applications, this book is a reference source for researchers, academics, professionals, and students involved in the field of geographic information systems.

Presents the latest research and advances on 3D printing processes, technologies, and methods. Highlighting emerging perspectives on manufacturing and industrial applications, this book is designed for professionals, practitioners, students, and researchers interested in the latest developments and uses of 3D printing.

A pivotal reference source for the latest scholarly material on the interaction between people and computing systems in contemporary society, showcasing how ubiquitous computing influences and shapes urban environments. This volume highlights the impacts of these emerging technologies from an interdisciplinary perspective.

Explores the opportunities for the gaming industry through the integration of cloud computing. Focusing on design methodologies, fundamental architectures, and the end-user experience, this publication is an essential reference source for IT specialists, game developers, researchers, and graduate-level students.

Provides the necessary information to reduce the climate change vulnerability of socio-economic systems in the most cost-effective manner. This handbook of research is ideal for policy makers, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), government agencies, businesses, and professionals looking to temper the effects of climate change.

Presents emerging research regarding gesture interaction, augmented reality, and assistive technologies and their place within HCI. From gaming to rehabilitation systems, these new technologies share the need to interface with humans, and as computers become thoroughly integrated into everyday life, so does the necessity of HCI research.

Many companies are seeking to bridge the gap between their competitive position and technological investment. This handbook is designed to face this challenge by offering ways to incorporate IT into such organizations, while also successfully giving the company an edge over its competitors.

A study of business model innovation. It is a guide for the survival, competence and success of pure Net enterprises as well as traditional ""bricks-and-mortar"" enterprises faced with the challenge of transforming their business models into - and beyond - ""click-and-mortar"" companies.