Information and Communication Technologies, Society and Human Beings: Theory and Framework (Festschrift in honor of Gunilla Bradley)
Information and Communication Technologies, Society and Human Beings: Theory and Framework (Festschrift in honor of Gunilla Bradley)

Author: Haftor, Darek

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2010-07-31

Total Pages: 660

ISBN-13: 1609600592

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Information and Communication Technologies, Society and Human Beings: Theory and Framework addresses the extensive area of effects of ICT on human beings and the interaction between ICT, individuals, organizations, and society. This premier reference source features contributions from over 45 distinguished researchers from around the world, each presenting high quality research on Social Informatics, Human Computer Interaction, Organizational Behavior, and Macro-ergonomics. This unique publication is perfect for students, teachers, researchers, engineers, practitioners, managers, policy-makers, and media alike.

Computer Vision and Image Processing in Intelligent Systems and Multimedia Technologies
Computer Vision and Image Processing in Intelligent Systems and Multimedia Technologies

Author: Sarfraz, Muhammad

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2014-04-30

Total Pages: 391

ISBN-13: 1466660317

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The fields of computer vision and image processing are constantly evolving as new research and applications in these areas emerge. Staying abreast of the most up-to-date developments in this field is necessary in order to promote further research and apply these developments in real-world settings. Computer Vision and Image Processing in Intelligent Systems and Multimedia Technologies features timely and informative research on the design and development of computer vision and image processing applications in intelligent agents as well as in multimedia technologies. Covering a diverse set of research in these areas, this publication is ideally designed for use by academicians, technology professionals, students, and researchers interested in uncovering the latest innovations in the field.

Exploring Implicit Cognition: Learning, Memory, and Social Cognitive Processes
Exploring Implicit Cognition: Learning, Memory, and Social Cognitive Processes

Author: Jin, Zheng

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2014-10-31

Total Pages: 393

ISBN-13: 1466666005

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While widely studied, the capacity of the human mind remains largely unexplored. As such, researchers are continually seeking ways to understand the brain, its function, and its impact on human behavior. Exploring Implicit Cognition: Learning, Memory, and Social Cognitive Processes explores research surrounding the ways in which an individual’s unconscious is able to influence and impact that person’s behavior without their awareness. Focusing on topics pertaining to social cognition and the unconscious process, this title is ideal for use by students, researchers, psychologists, and academicians interested in the latest insights into implicit cognition.

Information Visualization Techniques in the Social Sciences and Humanities
Information Visualization Techniques in the Social Sciences and Humanities

Author: Osinska, Veslava

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-03-23

Total Pages: 382

ISBN-13: 1522549919

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The representation of abstract data and ideas can be a difficult and tedious task to handle when learning new concepts; however, the advances in emerging technology have allowed for new methods of representing such conceptual data. Information Visualization Techniques in the Social Sciences and Humanities is a critical scholarly resource that examines the application of information visualization in the social sciences and humanities. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics such as social network analysis, complex systems, and visualization aesthetics, this book is geared towards professionals, students, and researchers seeking current research on information visualization.

Green Technologies: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools and Applications
Green Technologies: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools and Applications

Author: Management Association, Information Resources

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2011-03-31

Total Pages: 2156

ISBN-13: 1609604733

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Green Technologies: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools and Applications assembles the most up-to-date collection of research results and recent discoveries in environmental and green technology. This comprehensive anthology covers a wide range of topics, i

Deconstructing Stigma in Mental Health
Deconstructing Stigma in Mental Health

Author: Canfield, Brittany A.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-05-11

Total Pages: 324

ISBN-13: 1522538097

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Stigma continues to play an integral role in the multifaceted issues facing mental health. While identifying a clear operational definition of stigma has been a challenge in the field, the issues related to stigma grossly affect not only the mental health population but society as a whole. Deconstructing Stigma in Mental Health provides emerging research on issues related to stigma as a whole including ignorance, prejudice, and discrimination. While highlighting issues such as stigma and its role in mental health and how stigma is perpetuated in society, this publication explores the historical context of stigma, current issues and resolutions through intersectional collaboration, and the deconstruction of mental health stigmas. This book is a valuable resource for mental health administrators and clinicians, researchers, educators, policy makers, and psychology professionals seeking information on current mental health stigma trends.

Psycholinguistics and Cognition in Language Processing
Psycholinguistics and Cognition in Language Processing

Author: Bu?a, Duygu

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-03-02

Total Pages: 368

ISBN-13: 1522540105

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The relationship between language and psychology is one that has been studied for centuries. Influencing one another, these two fields uncover how the human mind's processes are interrelated. Psycholinguistics and Cognition in Language Processing is a critical scholarly resource that examines the mystery of language and the obscurity of psychology using innovative studies. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics, such as language acquisition, emotional aspects in foreign language learning, and speech learning model, this book is geared towards linguists, academicians, practitioners, and researchers, seeking current research on the cognitive and emotional synthetisation of multilingualism.

Organizational Culture and Behavioral Shifts in the Green Economy
Organizational Culture and Behavioral Shifts in the Green Economy

Author: Sima, Violeta

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-06-22

Total Pages: 354

ISBN-13: 1522529667

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Business development in the contemporary world takes place in an economically, politically, and socially complex environment. Today, it is necessary to recognize the tremendous cultural diversity of the world and it is essential to consider the specific cultural values in managerial strategy and business practice worldwide. Organizational Culture and Behavioral Shifts in the Green Economy provides emerging research on the relationships between organizations in the context of culture and diversity within a sustainable economy. This book provides important insights into topics such as circular economy, green advertising, and sustainable development. Additionally, it addresses the significance of concepts such as culture, organizational culture, individual culture, and the style of leadership, which have been the concern of many management professionals and scholars. This publication is a vital resource for business managers, professionals, practitioners, students, and researchers seeking current research on the impact of organizational culture and behavioral shifts on sustaining a green economy.

Promoting Global Environmental Sustainability and Cooperation
Promoting Global Environmental Sustainability and Cooperation

Author: Idris, Sofia

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-06-08

Total Pages: 293

ISBN-13: 1522539913

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Due to natural factors and human activity, nature has been changing since the beginning of time. As the environment continuously undergoes such transitions, it is necessary for society to understand the complex interdependency between nature and humanity to promote global sustainability. Promoting Global Environmental Sustainability and Cooperation is a pivotal reference source featuring the latest scholarly research on the rising awareness of environmental issues and their relationships with sustainable development. While highlighting topics including global governance, international business, and sustainable consumption, this book is ideally designed for environmentalists, developers, policy makers, academicians, researchers, and graduate-level students seeking current research on the globalized world in relation to environmental issues.