Revolutionizing Curricula Through Computational Thinking, Logic, and Problem Solving

Revolutionizing Curricula Through Computational Thinking, Logic, and Problem Solving
Author: Fonkam, Mathias Mbu
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 268
Release: 2024-06-03
Genre: Education
ISBN:

In today's rapidly evolving educational landscape, traditional teaching methods often fail to equip students with the skills necessary for success in the 21st century. The siloed approach to education, where subjects are taught in isolation, must reflect the interconnected nature of modern challenges. This disconnect between traditional educational models and the needs of the future workforce is a serious concern among educators. They face the challenge of preparing students for professions that still need to be created using tools and technologies that are still emerging. Revolutionizing Curricula Through Computational Thinking, Logic, and Problem Solving offers a transformative solution to this challenge. By advocating for computational thinking as a fundamental skill set applicable across all academic disciplines, the book provides educators with the tools to bridge this gap. It introduces computational thinking not just as a technical skill but as a way of problem-solving and logical reasoning that enhances critical thinking across subjects. Through practical lesson plans, case studies, and strategies, educators can seamlessly integrate computational thinking into their classrooms, preparing students for the complexities of the modern world.

Maintaining a Sustainable World in the Nexus of Environmental Science and AI

Maintaining a Sustainable World in the Nexus of Environmental Science and AI
Author: Singh, Bhupinder
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 648
Release: 2024-08-27
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

The growing need for sustainable solutions prompts concerns on sustainable business practices, using new intelligent technologies. Artificial intelligence offers effective solutions for sustainability in environmental science while tackling challenges like climate change, resource depletion biodiversity erosion, and threats to planet health. It is essential to understand how artificial intelligence technologies can be leveraged for environmental science comprehension. Maintaining a Sustainable World in the Nexus of Environmental Science and AI offers a thorough comprehension of the nexus of environmental science and artificial intelligence, and its impact on sustainability. By offering solutions for sustainable development, this book displays state-of-the-art solutions, provide practical goals, and explore ethical issues of AI implementation. This book covers topics such as marine environments, climate change prediction and mitigation, urban planning, and renewable energy, and is a valuable resource for business owners, industry professionals, environmental scientists, computer engineers, academicians, and researchers.

Intersections of Law and Computational Intelligence in Health Governance

Intersections of Law and Computational Intelligence in Health Governance
Author: Vig, Komal
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 444
Release: 2024-08-23
Genre: Law
ISBN:

Intelligent technologies have vastly improved the efficiency of healthcare industries and intersections of law and governance. Computational intelligence provides effective tools for data management, contract analysis, legal research, and algorithm development. However, with the integration of computational intelligence in health governance, considerable legal concerns beg further exploration. Intersections of Law and Computational Intelligence in Health Governance examines computational intelligence related to healthcare and governance approaches. It addresses issues of healthcare data analysis and storage by presenting solutions using medical computational intelligence techniques. This book covers topics such as healthcare accessibility, medical law, deep learning, and drug discovery and classification, and is a valuable resource for lawyers, policy makers, healthcare workers, medical professionals, academicians, and researchers.

Corporate Social Responsibility in Health and Social Care

Corporate Social Responsibility in Health and Social Care
Author: Tomaselli, Gianpaolo
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 476
Release: 2024-10-23
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become a crucial component in many industries, driving companies to adopt sustainable practices and prioritize the well-being of stakeholders. While CSR is widely discussed in sectors such as manufacturing and retail, its role in the health and social care sectors remains underexplored. In an era where resilience, environmental sustainability, and social accountability are becoming increasingly important, understanding how CSR initiatives can enhance both the operational and ethical dimensions of health and social care institutions is essential for the future of these sectors. Corporate Social Responsibility in Health and Social Care provides a comprehensive analysis of CSR's application in the critical fields of health and social care. Through a detailed exploration of topics like the green economy, waste management, and the well-being of stakeholders, this book offers an essential foundation for students and researchers alike. With a focus on the unique challenges and opportunities within the health and social care context, it serves both as a resource for academic study and a guide for institutions seeking to implement more responsible and resilient practices.

Sustainable Development, Humanities, and Social Sciences for Society 5.0

Sustainable Development, Humanities, and Social Sciences for Society 5.0
Author: Jermsittiparsert, Kittisak
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 662
Release: 2024-10-11
Genre: Computers
ISBN:

In a world where business is increasingly influenced by rapid technological advancements and shifting societal norms, the definition of success has undergone a fundamental transformation. Profitability, once the sole measure of achievement, now shares the stage with sustainability as a critical component of business performance. As we transition into Society 5.0—a hyper-connected era where technology and human values converge—redefining success to include sustainability becomes not just desirable but essential. Sustainable Development, Humanities, and Social Sciences for Society 5.0 explores this paradigm shift, presenting a forward-thinking perspective on the intersection of technological innovation and sustainable business practices. This comprehensive volume bridges the gap between emerging technologies and the imperative for businesses to thrive in a way that benefits society and the environment. Through a curated collection of insights, strategies, and case studies, the book offers a valuable resource for understanding how to achieve continuous good performance while making a positive impact in the age of Society 5.0.

Designing Sustainable Internet of Things Solutions for Smart Industries

Designing Sustainable Internet of Things Solutions for Smart Industries
Author: Thandekkattu, Salu George
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 494
Release: 2024-09-16
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN:

As industries worldwide grapple with the dual challenge of meeting modernization demands while addressing urgent environmental concerns, the need for sustainable solutions has never been more pressing. The proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies offers a promising avenue for enhancing efficiency and productivity in various sectors. However, the design and implementation of IoT solutions often overlook environmental considerations, leading to missed opportunities for eco-friendly innovation. This oversight exacerbates environmental degradation and undermines efforts to achieve sustainability goals. Designing Sustainable Internet of Things Solutions for Smart Industries offers a forward-thinking approach to integrating IoT technologies with environmental stewardship. By delving into the intricacies of sustainable IoT design and implementation, this book provides engineers, designers, and industry leaders with the knowledge and tools necessary to create innovative solutions that prioritize sustainability. Through a mix of technical insights, case studies, and strategic frameworks, readers are equipped to navigate the complexities of IoT deployment while minimizing environmental impact.

Social Reflections of Human-Computer Interaction in Education, Management, and Economics

Social Reflections of Human-Computer Interaction in Education, Management, and Economics
Author: Sart, Gamze
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 313
Release: 2024-07-18
Genre: Computers
ISBN:

In today's increasingly digital world, the interaction between humans and computers has become a fundamental aspect of our daily lives, affecting how we learn, work, and conduct business. However, as technology continues to evolve, the Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) field faces new challenges and opportunities. One pressing issue is the need to understand the social implications of HCI in education, management, and economics. This includes how HCI impacts teaching methodologies, business practices, and economic models and how it can be leveraged to enhance productivity, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Social Reflections of Human-Computer Interaction in Education, Management, and Economics addresses these challenges by comprehensively exploring HCI and its societal implications. This book is essential for scholars, practitioners, and policymakers looking to understand the complex interplay between humans and computers in today's digital age. It offers practical insights and theoretical frameworks that can inform the design of more effective educational programs, management practices, and economic policies.

Quantum Computing and Cryptography in Future Computers

Quantum Computing and Cryptography in Future Computers
Author: Sihare, Shyam R.
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 381
Release: 2024-07-26
Genre: Computers
ISBN: 1799895246

In recent decades, computing has undergone rapid evolutions and groundbreaking developments that affect almost every sector across the world. The developments of quantum computing and quantum cryptography are similarly revolutionizing computing and security with lasting impacts and implications. Quantum computing and quantum cryptography will pave the path for new opportunities for the future of computing. Quantum Computing and Cryptography in Future Computers discusses quantum computing and quantum cryptography principles and their impact on future computers. It includes coverage of the role of quantum computing to overcome the issues of current security methods. It also discusses the application of quantum computing in various areas like security, blockchain, and more. Covering topics such as attack detection, machine learning, and quantum key distribution, this premier reference source is an ideal resource for developers, engineers, practitioners, security experts, students and educators of higher education, librarians, researchers, and academicians.

Metaheuristic and Machine Learning Optimization Strategies for Complex Systems

Metaheuristic and Machine Learning Optimization Strategies for Complex Systems
Author: R., Thanigaivelan
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 423
Release: 2024-07-17
Genre: Computers
ISBN:

In contemporary engineering domains, optimization and decision-making issues are crucial. Given the vast amounts of available data, processing times and memory usage can be substantial. Developing and implementing novel heuristic algorithms is time-consuming, yet even minor improvements in solutions can significantly reduce computational costs. In such scenarios, the creation of heuristics and metaheuristic algorithms has proven advantageous. The convergence of machine learning and metaheuristic algorithms offers a promising approach to address these challenges. Metaheuristic and Machine Learning Optimization Strategies for Complex Systems covers all areas of comprehensive information about hyper-heuristic models, hybrid meta-heuristic models, nature-inspired computing models, and meta-heuristic models. The key contribution of this book is the construction of a hyper-heuristic approach for any general problem domain from a meta-heuristic algorithm. Covering topics such as cloud computing, internet of things, and performance evaluation, this book is an essential resource for researchers, postgraduate students, educators, data scientists, machine learning engineers, software developers and engineers, policy makers, and more.