This paper explores the use of AI in vocational and apprenticeship education with an emphasis on ... more This paper explores the use of AI in vocational and apprenticeship education with an emphasis on the teaching of technology and data analytics topics. In order to make the discussion more accessible, it is presented in a form suitable for the layman and avoids technical language where possible.
The discussion is situated within the work of the School of Technology at BPP University. The School occupies a unique position in that there is a focus on professional education delivered by practitioners, where learners are often mature and already established in their careers. The work of the School is supported by partner organisations that provide expertise in areas such as analytics, digital business and professional certifications.
We begin by looking at some of the general issues and debates related to the use of AI by educators and learners before moving on to outline some typical uses in the classroom. From this foundation, the discussion moves on look at approaches related to hands-on learning before offering some specific examples showing how AI can be used to support the development of teaching materials, enhance the student learning experience and support individualised learning in areas such as programming.
Advances in Computer Science : an International Journal, Jan 31, 2016
Software as a Service (SaaS) is one of the most interesting applications of a service-oriented ar... more Software as a Service (SaaS) is one of the most interesting applications of a service-oriented architecture. SaaS spares users the cost of acquiring and maintaining hardware and software. The SaaS business model is very widely appreciated in the economy, because it brings not only financial benefits but also process-optimizing benefits. Drug research is a lengthy, complex and costly process that involves a number of disciplines, from medicine through economics to natural science. Until recently, the standard programs and infrastructure used for data analysis were almost exclusively commercial, proprietary, closed source and expensive. One of the major attractions of the open-source model is to customize the platform to suite the requirements and react faster on changes. There are different proprietary approaches. However there is a gap in knowledge regarding using closed and proprietary infrastructure. The aim of this research is to investigate the impact of an open source SaaS approach on the drug research process.
This paper describes the first study to focus exclusively on the prevalence and impact of cyberst... more This paper describes the first study to focus exclusively on the prevalence and impact of cyberstalking.
Despite more than two decades of research, relatively little is known about cyber stalking and si... more Despite more than two decades of research, relatively little is known about cyber stalking and similar phenomena. In particular, the existing literature tells us little about how cases unfold, how they can be managed or how we can work towards reduction. This paper presents a model depicting the dynamics and lifecycle of a cyber stalking episode. While primarily concerned with cyberstalking, the model may also be relevant to other forms of victimisation and is accordingly titled the Online Victimisation Intervention & Reduction (OVIAR) Model. Cyberstalking is shown as an iterative cycle made up of discrete stages. It is argued that each stage provides opportunities to deter the cyberstalker allowing the model to offer guidance about which interventions may be effective at a given point in the lifecycle. In proposing the model, the work draws upon a number of areas including information systems, criminology and psychology. A key part of the discussion involves the decision behaviour of the cyberstalker. It is argued that cyberstalking incidents involve a number of decision points that may serve to curtail or escalate the cyberstalker's activities. The decisions made by the cyberstalker will be influenced by several factors, including the feedback he receives from his actions. Understanding how cyberstalkers make decisions can provide opportunities to prevent discourage further acts of harassment against victims. It may also benefit attempts to reduce or prevent victimisation in the first place. In discussing these areas, we draw upon areas such as rational choice theory, victim coping responses and the notions of intrinsic and extrinsic feedback.The model is intended to be understandable by a wide range of stakeholders, including law enforcement, technology professionals and victims themselves. For those involved in dealing with cyberstalking, it provides a tool that can be used to inform the management of cases. For academics, it is intended to provide a framework for further discussion and research.
This paper investigates the potential use of business simulation games in enhancing employability... more This paper investigates the potential use of business simulation games in enhancing employability skills of undergraduate business students in UK higher education institutions. It identifies the meaning of employability to different stakeholders in order to generate a list of skills that are considered important to various stakeholders as employers, government and academics. The benefits and learning outcomes as well as perceived limitations of business simulation games are then defined. Employability skills that can be improved using business simulation games and the importance of mapping and testing employability skills developments in simulation business environment are recognised.
Previous research on CyberTurfing has been scattered and fragmented in terms of methods and termi... more Previous research on CyberTurfing has been scattered and fragmented in terms of methods and terminology. This paper presents a review of published research related to CyberTurfing in the era of big data. Our objectives were to identify the important terms in this domain and extract essential knowledge from previous studies. We also sought to gain an overview of the trends in CyberTurfing to provide guidance for subsequent research in this field.
Preface Guided tour Plan of the book About the authors Acknowledgements PART ONE: INTRODUCTION TO... more Preface Guided tour Plan of the book About the authors Acknowledgements PART ONE: INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS 1. Basic concepts - understanding information 2. Basic concepts - an introduction to information systems 3. Hardware 4. Software 5. Networks, telecommunications and the Internet 6. Enterprise and functional BIS PART TWO: BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT 7. An introduction to acquiring and developing BIS 8. Initiating systems development 9. BIS project management 10. Systems analysis 11. Systems design 12. System build, implementation and maintenance: change management PART THREE: BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT 13. Information systems strategy 14. Information systems management 15. Managing information security 16. End-user computing - providing end-user services 17. Ethical, legal and moral constraints on information systems Glossary Index
Case studies which provide evidence of growing problem of cyberstalking and illustrate different ... more Case studies which provide evidence of growing problem of cyberstalking and illustrate different ways in which victims suffer, and consideration of whether media has exaggerated problem of cyberstalking.
This paper explores the use of AI in vocational and apprenticeship education with an emphasis on ... more This paper explores the use of AI in vocational and apprenticeship education with an emphasis on the teaching of technology and data analytics topics. In order to make the discussion more accessible, it is presented in a form suitable for the layman and avoids technical language where possible.
The discussion is situated within the work of the School of Technology at BPP University. The School occupies a unique position in that there is a focus on professional education delivered by practitioners, where learners are often mature and already established in their careers. The work of the School is supported by partner organisations that provide expertise in areas such as analytics, digital business and professional certifications.
We begin by looking at some of the general issues and debates related to the use of AI by educators and learners before moving on to outline some typical uses in the classroom. From this foundation, the discussion moves on look at approaches related to hands-on learning before offering some specific examples showing how AI can be used to support the development of teaching materials, enhance the student learning experience and support individualised learning in areas such as programming.
Advances in Computer Science : an International Journal, Jan 31, 2016
Software as a Service (SaaS) is one of the most interesting applications of a service-oriented ar... more Software as a Service (SaaS) is one of the most interesting applications of a service-oriented architecture. SaaS spares users the cost of acquiring and maintaining hardware and software. The SaaS business model is very widely appreciated in the economy, because it brings not only financial benefits but also process-optimizing benefits. Drug research is a lengthy, complex and costly process that involves a number of disciplines, from medicine through economics to natural science. Until recently, the standard programs and infrastructure used for data analysis were almost exclusively commercial, proprietary, closed source and expensive. One of the major attractions of the open-source model is to customize the platform to suite the requirements and react faster on changes. There are different proprietary approaches. However there is a gap in knowledge regarding using closed and proprietary infrastructure. The aim of this research is to investigate the impact of an open source SaaS approach on the drug research process.
This paper describes the first study to focus exclusively on the prevalence and impact of cyberst... more This paper describes the first study to focus exclusively on the prevalence and impact of cyberstalking.
Despite more than two decades of research, relatively little is known about cyber stalking and si... more Despite more than two decades of research, relatively little is known about cyber stalking and similar phenomena. In particular, the existing literature tells us little about how cases unfold, how they can be managed or how we can work towards reduction. This paper presents a model depicting the dynamics and lifecycle of a cyber stalking episode. While primarily concerned with cyberstalking, the model may also be relevant to other forms of victimisation and is accordingly titled the Online Victimisation Intervention & Reduction (OVIAR) Model. Cyberstalking is shown as an iterative cycle made up of discrete stages. It is argued that each stage provides opportunities to deter the cyberstalker allowing the model to offer guidance about which interventions may be effective at a given point in the lifecycle. In proposing the model, the work draws upon a number of areas including information systems, criminology and psychology. A key part of the discussion involves the decision behaviour of the cyberstalker. It is argued that cyberstalking incidents involve a number of decision points that may serve to curtail or escalate the cyberstalker's activities. The decisions made by the cyberstalker will be influenced by several factors, including the feedback he receives from his actions. Understanding how cyberstalkers make decisions can provide opportunities to prevent discourage further acts of harassment against victims. It may also benefit attempts to reduce or prevent victimisation in the first place. In discussing these areas, we draw upon areas such as rational choice theory, victim coping responses and the notions of intrinsic and extrinsic feedback.The model is intended to be understandable by a wide range of stakeholders, including law enforcement, technology professionals and victims themselves. For those involved in dealing with cyberstalking, it provides a tool that can be used to inform the management of cases. For academics, it is intended to provide a framework for further discussion and research.
This paper investigates the potential use of business simulation games in enhancing employability... more This paper investigates the potential use of business simulation games in enhancing employability skills of undergraduate business students in UK higher education institutions. It identifies the meaning of employability to different stakeholders in order to generate a list of skills that are considered important to various stakeholders as employers, government and academics. The benefits and learning outcomes as well as perceived limitations of business simulation games are then defined. Employability skills that can be improved using business simulation games and the importance of mapping and testing employability skills developments in simulation business environment are recognised.
Previous research on CyberTurfing has been scattered and fragmented in terms of methods and termi... more Previous research on CyberTurfing has been scattered and fragmented in terms of methods and terminology. This paper presents a review of published research related to CyberTurfing in the era of big data. Our objectives were to identify the important terms in this domain and extract essential knowledge from previous studies. We also sought to gain an overview of the trends in CyberTurfing to provide guidance for subsequent research in this field.
Preface Guided tour Plan of the book About the authors Acknowledgements PART ONE: INTRODUCTION TO... more Preface Guided tour Plan of the book About the authors Acknowledgements PART ONE: INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS 1. Basic concepts - understanding information 2. Basic concepts - an introduction to information systems 3. Hardware 4. Software 5. Networks, telecommunications and the Internet 6. Enterprise and functional BIS PART TWO: BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT 7. An introduction to acquiring and developing BIS 8. Initiating systems development 9. BIS project management 10. Systems analysis 11. Systems design 12. System build, implementation and maintenance: change management PART THREE: BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT 13. Information systems strategy 14. Information systems management 15. Managing information security 16. End-user computing - providing end-user services 17. Ethical, legal and moral constraints on information systems Glossary Index
Case studies which provide evidence of growing problem of cyberstalking and illustrate different ... more Case studies which provide evidence of growing problem of cyberstalking and illustrate different ways in which victims suffer, and consideration of whether media has exaggerated problem of cyberstalking.
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The discussion is situated within the work of the School of Technology at BPP University. The School occupies a unique position in that there is a focus on professional education delivered by practitioners, where learners are often mature and already established in their careers. The work of the School is supported by partner organisations that provide expertise in areas such as analytics, digital business and professional certifications.
We begin by looking at some of the general issues and debates related to the use of AI by educators and learners before moving on to outline some typical uses in the classroom. From this foundation, the discussion moves on look at approaches related to hands-on learning before offering some specific examples showing how AI can be used to support the development of teaching materials, enhance the student learning experience and support individualised learning in areas such as programming.
The discussion is situated within the work of the School of Technology at BPP University. The School occupies a unique position in that there is a focus on professional education delivered by practitioners, where learners are often mature and already established in their careers. The work of the School is supported by partner organisations that provide expertise in areas such as analytics, digital business and professional certifications.
We begin by looking at some of the general issues and debates related to the use of AI by educators and learners before moving on to outline some typical uses in the classroom. From this foundation, the discussion moves on look at approaches related to hands-on learning before offering some specific examples showing how AI can be used to support the development of teaching materials, enhance the student learning experience and support individualised learning in areas such as programming.