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Applied Modeling.
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input string, which is linked with the smallest sum of weight...
... an infinitesimal analogue of triangulation with stereo cameras
(figure 2.6). The numerator is analogous to baseline and the denominator to
disparity. In the infinitesimal limit stereo will, in ...
Substituting the matching constraint of (2.3~,) into the time
derivative of (2.10) we obtain:
rt = (At + p.U)p. (2.38)
Differentiating (2.38) with respect to time and substituting this into (2.37) ... Ames room [110, 89], when shown a single image or viewing a scene from
a single viewpoint. The ambiguity in interpretation arises because information
is lost in the projection from the three~dimensional...
... mention integers, and doing so would make it clear that mentioning
them adds nothing to the proof. When we use mathematical induction in this way, using smaller
structures in place of smaller integers, ... multinomial. Explain the relationship between powers of a
multinomial and multinomial coefficients.
8. In a Cartesian coordinate system, how many paths are there from the origin to the point
with integer ... we think of edges as line segments. In this
section we will study some of the properties of trees that are useful incomputer science. Most,
but not all, of the trees we use incomputer science...
... points.
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Example of supporting line for two convex hulls.
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Partitioning a set of points using four extreme points.
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Angles among points and the
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Merging preorder and inorder traversals.
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Finding distances in a directed graph.
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List ranking with a balanced subset.
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Embedding a list in an N ì N R-Mesh. ... finding the sum of N numbers
and (b) finding the OR of N bits.
Illustration 1: Adding
N
Numbers. For
let processor
initially hold input The object is to compute
We use the well-known binary...
... of
substitution when applied to strings.
Now we are in position of introducing families of 2D languages, but since we are
mainly presenting languages based on tiling we remind some notions on Wang tiles.
3 ... existence of holes in the picture during the scanning process. In [4] several
examples of continuous normalized scanning strategies are given, showing the richness
of possibilities in 2D case, and ... semirings, both introduced by
Bloom,
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Esik, Kuich [9]. Moreover, we define cycle-free elements in partial itera-
tive semirings and prove several identities involving these cycle-free elements. In
Section...
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Jianmin Zhao
Zhejiang Normal University, College of Mathematics, Physics
and Information Engineering, P.R.China
E-mail: ... University, Dep. of ComputerScience and Information Eng., P.R.China
E-mail: tshih@mail.tku.edu.tw
Qing Li
City University of Hong Kong, Dep. of Computer Science, Hong Kong, P.R.China
E-mail: itqli@cityu.edu.hk
Dennis...
... Collaborative Learning System
(WBPCLS) for ComputerScience Courses 434
Zhenlong Li and Xiaoming Zhao
Semantics and Ontology
An E-Learning System Engineering Ontology Model on the Semantic
Web for Integration ... Chinese Speech Synthesis Method Apply in Chinese Poetry
Learning 356
Chengsong Zhu and Yaoting Zhu
On-Line Discussion Forum and Community
Comparing the Impact of Two Different Designs for Online
Discussion ... Programming Language Learning with Game-Based
Digital Learning 221
Wen-Chih Chang and Yu-Min Chou
Game-Based Learning
Interactive Video Game Platform for Game-Based Learning 232
Han-Bin Chang,...
... E-learning is learning without the presence of a human instructor in
class. Advances in technologies have made e-learning possible. E-learning can
complement the traditional in- class learning. ... think at various steps incomputer games may
be injected at various points in learning a sequence of concepts [8]. This may take
the form of exercises to force the learners to think deeper into ... networking, effective learning.
1 Introduction
E-learning is self-paced learning made possible by the use of technologies, including
the PC, Office software, graphics software, the Internet...
... an e-learning website in
their learning processes. As an innovative learning method, the adoption of e-learning
involves the adoption of information technology, and changing learning approaches. ... con-
troversy, etc.
3. saving and organizing lists of learning contents (for future viewing and
sharing with “friends”)
4. forming and joining special interest groups. Members of the same interest
group ... networking sites and information
sharing sites for the express purpose of receiving and giving help to other e-learners
by joining communities, or special interest groups, and interacting with members...
... over selection of
learning topicsin e-learning than in learning in conventional classrooms. Hence, this
investigation compares the explanatory powers of TAM and PCI in order to under-
stand ...
richness in modeling technology adoption decision. As an innovative learning
method, the adoption of e-learning involves the adoption of information technology
and modification of learning approach. ... added to the understanding of adoption and use of
instant messaging by examining gender differences in perceived innovation character-
istics. Different patterns were discussed in their study. For...
... TAM versus PCI, using data gathered in a naturally occurring and
field-based adoption process.
References
1. Bahreininejad, A.: E-learning and associated issues in Iran. International Journal ...
Dept. of ComputerScience and Information Engineering,
National Chung Cheng University, Chiayi, Taiwan 621
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Dept. of Information Management, National Formosa University,
Huwei, Yulin, Taiwan ... and junior high
school in Taiwan with Competence Indicators (CIs). CIs are the references for
editing teaching materials, designing instruction, planning and implementing
evaluation. Teachers...
... Exploring a Computer- Assisted Managing System with Competence Indicators 23
component to the teacher’s computer screen. After students login the system, it pro-
vides students with a teaching ... questions in a limited time (ex: fifteen minutes) or they have to start
from the beginning again. The system’s evaluation components adopt the selection
form, and every question can include a ... of educational goal and degree of clearness [14]. Skinner believed that strength-
ening training is the main mechanism of the organism’s learning process. When a
stimulus is presented repetitively...
... Apprenticeship in Thinking: Cognitive Development in Social Context. Oxford
University Press, NY (1990)
4. English, F.W.: Deciding What to Teach and Test: Developing, Aligning, and Auditing the
Curriculum. ... Issues of Affective Computing
The term Affective Computing involves the intention of Artificial Intelligence re-
searchers to model emotions in intelligent systems. According to Picard [18] an affec-
tive ... necessary information with the aim to
adapt itself successfully to the student’s needs.
Keywords: e-Learning, Affective Computing in Education, Pedagogical Issues.
1 Introduction
During the learning...
... knowledge of a domain, providing an explicit
and extensive framework to describe it. Lastly, except form AI, a lot of fields in In-
formation Science like knowledge engineering and management, ... (DNNs), Machine Learning
Techniques or Transition Networks [5], [15], [17]. Inferring student’s emotions in an
on-line educational environment is a multi-parameter and highly demanding task
closely ... try to
change it into a positive one. Finally, the ER subcomponent is in every moment aware
of the student's emotions during the learning process, following the forthcoming
method.
So...