In many international settings, regional economies are declining resulting in lowered opportunities for these communities. This result attacks the very fabric of cohesion and purpose for these regional societies, and increases social, health, economic and sustainability problems. Community...

In recent years, virtual communities have attracted the attention of scientists and researchers across a variety of disciplines as the cross-disciplinary nature of the field creates the potential for a wider impact than initially intended or anticipated. This book provides an analysis of virtual...

This book consists of a collection of papers written by leading experts in the field that describe state-of-the-art topics pertaining to Web and information systems security. In particular, security for the semantic Web, privacy, security policy management and emerging topics such as secure...

This book provides a combination of theory, pedagogy, and practice to help enable faculty and students across disciplines to explore creating a Web portfolio. This book provides research conclusions, case studies, and hands-on technical processes, which allow people of all levels to develop a...

This book provides a comprehensive review of current and potential research in green management and control. A unique collection in the growing field of green products, this book is a must-have for new and experienced researchers, as well as practitioners and academicians alike.

Advances in technology are making Web-based education (WBE) a reality, but there are still many questions that need to be answered. Can traditional university do a good job of WBE? What are the roles of instructors? Administrators? Students? What class size is feasible/relevant/optimal in WBE?...

This book provides a single record of current research and practical applications in Web-based intelligent e-learning systems. This book includes major aspects of Web-based e-learning systems standards and certifications, design and development, key techniques, prototypes, products, and...

I. Web-based education / A. Aggarwal, Regina Bento -- II. Opportunities in web-based teaching / Orasa Tetiwat, Magid Igbaria -- III. Web-based teaching / Dushyanthi Hoole, S. Hoole -- IV. Selecting software and services for web-based teaching and learning / Jane Klobas, Stefano Renzi -- V....

This book provides innovative instructional approaches as well as relevant theoretical frameworks and the latest empirical research findings in the area of adult learning and technology. This body of research aids professionals in improving instructional training strategies to educate...

This book explores a global approach to methodical development in constructing safety architectures for online systems. Addressing security concerns during the full development lifecycle of Web services-based systems, this critical mass of the most sought after knowledge bridges the gap between...