Integrated Models for Information Communication Systems and Networks: Design and Development
Integrated Models for Information Communication Systems and Networks: Design and Development

Author: Atayero, Aderemi Aaron Anthony

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2013-06-30

Total Pages: 469

ISBN-13: 1466622091

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With current advancements in the modeling and simulation of systems and networks, researchers and developers are better able to determine the probable state of current systems and envision the state of future systems during the design stage. The uses and accuracies of these models are essential to every aspect of communication systems. Integrated Models for Information Communication Systems and Networks: Design and Development explores essential information and current research findings on information communication systems and networks. This reference source aims to assist professionals in the desire to enhance their knowledge of modeling at systems level with the aid of modern software packages.

Innovative Professional Development Methods and Strategies for STEM Education
Innovative Professional Development Methods and Strategies for STEM Education

Author: Dikilita?, Kenan

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2015-10-19

Total Pages: 330

ISBN-13: 1466694726

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Professional development of educators is an complex process through which teachers strive continuously for pedagogical improvement. In that sense, professional growth benefits learners and teachers while also promoting the quality of the schools, colleges, and academic departments where it takes place. Innovative Professional Development Methods and Strategies for STEM Education is an authoritative publication featuring the latest scholarly research on a wide range of professional advancement topics in STEM education with special emphasis on content, process, implementation, and impact, as well as on the implications for teachers, educators, and administrators. Highlighting comprehensive research across a broad scope of relevant issues including, but not limited to, teacher training, development models, and the implementation of leadership practices, this book is a seminal reference source for STEM professionals working in schools, colleges, and various science and mathematics departments at secondary and post-secondary institutions.

Market Research Methodologies: Multi-Method and Qualitative Approaches
Market Research Methodologies: Multi-Method and Qualitative Approaches

Author: Takhar-Lail, Amandeep

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2014-08-31

Total Pages: 326

ISBN-13: 1466663723

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Human inquiry has served as the impetus for a number of developments throughout history. Seeking new knowledge about the world around us helps to drive our progress and push us to discover innovative improvements. This drive lends itself to the development of qualitative research. Market Research Methodologies: Multi-Method and Qualitative Approaches brings together innovative techniques and novel designs that aid in the development of multi-method studies and investigations. Focusing on vital concepts such as data validity, triangulation, and reliability, this book is a fundamental reference source for PhD students, graduate students, and academics within the business field who wish to understand how these methods can be employed to extract data from particular environments.

Emerging Trends in Open Source Geographic Information Systems
Emerging Trends in Open Source Geographic Information Systems

Author: Srivastava, Naveenchandra N.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-05-25

Total Pages: 317

ISBN-13: 1522550402

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Open access to information of geographic places and spatial relationships provides an essential part of the analytical processing of spatial data. Access to connected geospatial programs allows for improvement in teaching and understanding science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Emerging Trends in Open Source Geographic Information Systems provides emerging research on the applications of free and open software in geographic information systems in various fields of study. While highlighting topics such as data warehousing, hydrological modeling, and software packages, this publication explores the assessment and techniques of open software functionality and interfaces. This book is an important resource for professionals, researchers, academicians, and students seeking current research on the different types and uses of data and data analysis in geographic information systems.

Big Data Analytics for Satellite Image Processing and Remote Sensing
Big Data Analytics for Satellite Image Processing and Remote Sensing

Author: Swarnalatha, P.

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2018-03-09

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1522536442

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The scope of image processing and recognition has broadened due to the gap in scientific visualization. Thus, new imaging techniques have developed, and it is imperative to study this progression for optimal utilization. Big Data Analytics for Satellite Image Processing and Remote Sensing is a critical scholarly resource that examines the challenges and difficulties of implementing big data in image processing for remote sensing and related areas. Featuring coverage on a broad range of topics, such as distributed computing, parallel processing, and spatial data, this book is geared towards scientists, professionals, researchers, and academicians seeking current research on the use of big data analytics in satellite image processing and remote sensing.

Library Technology Funding, Planning, and Deployment
Library Technology Funding, Planning, and Deployment

Author: Iglesias, Edward

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-11-22

Total Pages: 270

ISBN-13: 1522517367

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Advancements in technology are impacting many businesses and institutions, including libraries. As such, it is increasingly imperative to research purchasing methods to boost cost-effectiveness and efficiency. Library Technology Funding, Planning, and Deployment is an authoritative reference source for the latest research on the best methods of the purchase and implementation of various technology systems by libraries. Featuring extensive coverage across a range of relevant perspectives and topics, such as library systems management, Open Source software, and budget constraints, this book is ideally designed for academicians, researchers, practitioners and librarians seeking current research on library purchase and utilization of technology.

Computer Vision in Control Systems-2
Computer Vision in Control Systems-2

Author: Margarita N. Favorskaya

Publisher: Springer

Published: 2014-10-30

Total Pages: 307

ISBN-13: 3319114301

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The research book is focused on the recent advances in computer vision methodologies and innovations in practice. The Contributions include: · Human Action Recognition: Contour-Based and Silhouette-based Approaches. · The Application of Machine Learning Techniques to Real Time Audience Analysis System. · Panorama Construction from Multi-view Cameras in Outdoor Scenes. · A New Real-Time Method of Contextual Image Description and Its Application in Robot Navigation and Intelligent Control. · Perception of Audio Visual Information for Mobile Robot Motion Control Systems. · Adaptive Surveillance Algorithms Based on the Situation Analysis. · Enhanced, Synthetic and Combined Vision Technologies for Civil Aviation. · Navigation of Autonomous Underwater Vehicles Using Acoustic and Visual Data Processing. · Efficient Denoising Algorithms for Intelligent Recognition Systems. · Image Segmentation Based on Two-dimensional Markov Chains. The book is directed to the PhD students, professors, researchers and software developers working in the areas of digital video processing and computer vision technologies.

Effective Big Data Management and Opportunities for Implementation
Effective Big Data Management and Opportunities for Implementation

Author: Singh, Manoj Kumar

Publisher: IGI Global

Published: 2016-06-20

Total Pages: 345

ISBN-13: 1522501835

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“Big data” has become a commonly used term to describe large-scale and complex data sets which are difficult to manage and analyze using standard data management methodologies. With applications across sectors and fields of study, the implementation and possible uses of big data are limitless. Effective Big Data Management and Opportunities for Implementation explores emerging research on the ever-growing field of big data and facilitates further knowledge development on methods for handling and interpreting large data sets. Providing multi-disciplinary perspectives fueled by international research, this publication is designed for use by data analysts, IT professionals, researchers, and graduate-level students interested in learning about the latest trends and concepts in big data.