Handbook of Research on Human Cognition and Assistive Technology

by Boaventura DaCosta

Author	: Boaventura DaCosta
Publisher	:
Total Pages	:
Release	: 2010
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With the unprecedented advancements in computing power coupled with the societal movement towards inclusive settings, there is no better time than today to strive for assistive technology equity in terms of universal implementation within a transdisciplinary perspective. This handbook marks a critical milestone in the history of implementation and practice of assistive technology. The intent of the book is to assist researchers, practitioners, and the users of assistive technology to augment the accessibility of assistive technology by implementing human cognition into its design and practice. Consequently, it presents assistive technology as an intervention for people with disabilities from a transdisciplinary perspective.

Handbook of Research on Human Cognition and Assistive Technology: Design, Accessibility and Transdisciplinary Perspectives

by Seok, Soonhwa

Author	: Seok, Soonhwa
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 484
Release	: 2010-05-31
Genre	: Nature
ISBN	: 1615208186

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"The intent of this book is to assist researchers, practitioners, and the users of assistive technology to augment the accessibility of assistive technology by implementing human cognition into its design and practice"--Provided by publisher.

Assistive Technology Research, Practice, and Theory

by DaCosta, Boaventura

Author	: DaCosta, Boaventura
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 342
Release	: 2014-01-31
Genre	: Education
ISBN	: 1466650168

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"This book presents cutting-edge research in the field of assistive technologies, including both theoretical frameworks and empirical research to benefit individuals with motor and cognitive disabilities"--Provided by publisher.

Psycholinguistics and Cognition in Language Processing

by Bu?a, Duygu

Author	: Bu?a, Duygu
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 368
Release	: 2018-03-02
Genre	: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN	: 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.

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

by Jin, Zheng

Author	: Jin, Zheng
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 393
Release	: 2014-10-31
Genre	: Psychology
ISBN	: 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 individuals unconscious is able to influence and impact that persons 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

by Osinska, Veslava

Author	: Osinska, Veslava
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 382
Release	: 2018-03-23
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 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.

Deconstructing Stigma in Mental Health

by Canfield, Brittany A.

Author	: Canfield, Brittany A.
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 324
Release	: 2018-05-11
Genre	: Medical
ISBN	: 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.

Human-Computer Interaction: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications

by Management Association, Information Resources

Author	: Management Association, Information Resources
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 2249
Release	: 2015-10-02
Genre	: Computers
ISBN	: 1466687908

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As modern technologies continue to develop and evolve, the ability of users to interface with new systems becomes a paramount concern. Research into new ways for humans to make use of advanced computers and other such technologies is necessary to fully realize the potential of 21st century tools. Human-Computer Interaction: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications gathers research on user interfaces for advanced technologies and how these interfaces can facilitate new developments in the fields of robotics, assistive technologies, and computational intelligence. This four-volume reference contains cutting-edge research for computer scientists; faculty and students of robotics, digital science, and networked communications; and clinicians invested in assistive technologies. This seminal reference work includes chapters on topics pertaining to system usability, interactive design, mobile interfaces, virtual worlds, and more.

Interoperability in Healthcare Information Systems: Standards, Management, and Technology

by Sicilia, Miguel Ángel

Author	: Sicilia, Miguel Ángel
Publisher	: IGI Global
Total Pages	: 336
Release	: 2013-06-30
Genre	: Medical
ISBN	: 1466630019

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Although the standards in electronic health records and general healthcare services continue to evolve, many organizations push to connect interoperability with public service and basic citizenship rights. This poses significant technical and organizational challenges that are the focus of many research and standardization efforts. Interoperability in Healthcare Information Systems: Standards, Management and Technology provides a comprehensive collection on the overview of electronic health records and health services interoperability and the different aspects representing its outlook in a framework that is useful for practitioners, researchers, and decision-makers.