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IBM SPSS Statistics 19 Made Simple
by Paul R. Kinnear Colin D. GrayThis new edition of one of the most widely read textbooks in its field introduces the reader to data analysis with the most powerful and versatile statistical package on the market: IBM SPSS Statistics 19. Each new release of SPSS Statistics features new options and other improvements. There remains a core of fundamental operating principles and techniques which have continued to apply to all releases issued in recent years and have been proved to be worth communicating in a small volume. This practical and informal book combines simplicity and clarity of presentation with a comprehensive treatment of the use of IBM SPSS Statistics 19 for the description, exploration and confirmation of data. As in earlier editions, coverage has been extended to address the issues raised by readers since the previous edition. In this edition, there is an introduction to the Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA). Each statistical technique is presented in a realistic research context and is fully illustrated with annotated screen shots of SPSS dialog boxes and output. The first chapter sets the scene with a survey of typical research situations, key terms and clear signposts to the location of each technique in the book. It also offers guidance on the choice of statistical techniques, and advice (based on the American Psychological Association's guidelines) on how to report the results of a statistical analysis. The next chapters introduce the reader to the use of SPSS, beginning with the entry, description and exploration of data. There is also a full description of the capabilities of the versatile Chart Builder. Each of the remaining chapters concentrates on one particular kind of research situation and the statistical techniques that are appropriate. In summary, IBM SPSS Statistics 19 Made Simple Gets you started with SPSS. Shows you how to describe and explore a data set with the help of SPSS's extensive graphics and data-handling menus. Helps you to choose appropriate statistical techniques. Warns you of pitfalls arising from the misuse of statistics. Shows you how to report the results of a statistical analysis. Shows you how to use Syntax to implement some useful procedures and operations. Introduces the reader to the analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) Has a comprehensive glossary. Is now presented in an attractive two-colour format. The book's accompanying website contains datasets for the chapters of the book, as well as a large body of exercises (with data sets), and notes on statistical terms. Instructor resources include a PowerPoint lecture course and Multiple-Choice Question tests, which are also available free of charge to lecturers adopting the book and their students. Please visit http://www. psypress. com/spss-made-simple for more details.
New Media: A Critical Introduction
by Jon Dovey Seth Giddings Iain Grant Kieran Kelly Martin ListerNew Media: A Critical Introductionis a comprehensive introduction to the culture, history, technologies and theories of new media. Written especially for students, the book considers the ways in which 'new media' really are new, assesses the claims that a media and technological revolution has taken place and formulates new ways for media studies to respond to new technologies. The authors introduce a wide variety of topics including: how to define the characteristics of new media; social and political uses of new media and new communications; new media technologies, politics and globalization; everyday life and new media; theories of interactivity, simulation, the new media economy; cybernetics, cyberculture, the history of automata and artificial life. Substantially updated from the first edition to cover recent theoretical developments, approaches and significant technological developments, this is the best and by far the most comprehensive textbook available on this exciting and expanding subject. At www. newmediaintro. com you will find: additional international case studies with online references specially created You Tubevideos on machines and digital photography a new 'Virtual Camera' case study, with links to short film examples useful links to related websites, resources and research sites further online reading links to specific arguments or discussion topics in the book links to key scholars in the field of new media.
Digital Sound Processing For Music And Multimedia
by Ross Kirk Andy HuntProvides an introduction to the nature, synthesis and transformation of sound which forms the basis of digital sound processing for music and multimedia. Background information in computer techniques is included so that you can write computer algorithms to realise new processes central to your own musical and sound processing ideas. Finally, material is inlcuded to explain the way in which people contribute to the development of new kinds of performance and composition systems. Key features of the book include: · Contents structured into free-standing parts for easy navigation · `Flow lines' to suggest alternative paths through the book, depending on the primary interest of the reader. · Practical examples are contained on a supporting website. Digital Sound Processing can be used by anyone, whether from an audio engineering, musical or music technology perspective. Digital sound processing in its various spheres - music technology, studio systems and multimedia - are witnessing the dawning of a new age. The opportunities for involvement in the expansion and development of sound transformation, musical performance and composition are unprecedented. The supporting website (www. york. ac. uk/inst/mustech/dspmm. htm) contains working examples of computer techniques, music synthesis and sound processing.
The Focal Easy Guide To Adobe Audition 2. 0
by Antony BrownSoftware packages are complex. Shouldn't software books make it easier? Simplify your life with the Focal Easy Guide to Adobe (r) Audition (r) 2. 0 This short, full-color book lives up to its name by paring down the software to its essentials. It covers only the key features and essential workflow to get you up and running in no time. When time is of the essence, less is more Antony Brown shares his professional insight to ensure you get the most out of all the tools Adobe's Audition (r) 2. 0 offers. All the essential areas are covered: set up, editing, audio restoration, looping content, working with video, mastering, making a CD, and much more. Featured are many workflow tips that show you how to tap into the full power of Adobe (r) Audition (r) 2. 0 when creating your digital audio files. This is an ideal first read for any editor new to Adobe (r) Audition (r
SPSS for Social Scientists (PDF)
by Nicola Brace Rosemary Snelgar Richard KempThe best-selling guide to SPSS (or PASW Statistics, as it will now also be known) written specifically for psychology students returns for a fifth edition. Guiding readers through the latest version of SPSS/PASW Statistics, the authors once again provide clear step-by-step instructions on analysing data using the software. The new edition, which has been updated throughout, ensures the book remains the essential learning tool for all psychology students. 9780230362727
Essential Maths Skills for AS/A Level Computer Science (PDF)
by Victoria Ellis Gavin CraddockIf you struggle with binary multiplication, or Big O Notation, this is the book for you. This textbook companion will help improve your essential maths skills for computer science, whichever awarding body specification you're following. You can use it throughout your course, whenever you feel you need some extra help. - Develop your understanding of both maths and computer science with all worked examples and questions within a computer science context - Improve your confidence with a step-by-step approach to every maths skill - Measure your progress with guided and non-guided questions to see how you're improving - Understand where you're going wrong with full worked solutions to every question - Feel confident in expert guidance from experienced teachers and examiners Victoria Ellis and Gavin Craddock, reviewed by Dr Kathleen Maitland, Senior Lecturer in Computing and Director of the SAS Student Academy at Birmingham City University
Study Skills Connected: Using Technology to Support Your Studies (PDF)
by Stella Cottrell Neil MorrisEngaging, accessible and practical, this book helps students to get the most out of new technologies to enhance their learning practices, engage with their studies and improve their study skills. Covering a broad range of topics, it encourages a reflective perspective on e-learning resources.
Discovering Statistics Using SPSS (PDF)
by Andy FieldAndy Field draws on his experience of teaching advanced statistics to extend existing SPSS Windows texts to a higher level. He covers ANOVA, MANOVA, logistic regression, comparing means tests and factor analysis.
Cambridge International AS and A Level IT Coursebook (PDF)
by Paul Long Sarah Lawrey Victoria EllisThis set of resources provides support for teachers and students of the Cambridge International AS and A Level Information Technology syllabus (9626). This coursebook provides a clear and comprehensive guide to assist students as they develop theoretical and practical IT skills. It contains detailed explanations of theoretical and practical concepts and tasks, with worked examples and exercises to consolidate knowledge. Practical tasks are offered throughout the book, with source files on the accompanying CD-ROM, to help students build and develop their practical knowledge.
Emarketing Excellence: Planning And Optimising Your Digital Marketing
by Dave Chaffey P. R. SmithNow in its fourth edition, the hugely successful Emarketing Excellenceis fully updated; keeping you in line with the changes in this dynamic and exciting field and helping you create effective and up-to-date customer-centric e-marketing plans. A practical guide to creating and executing e-marketing plans, it combines established approaches to marketing planning with the creative use of new e-models and e-tools. This new edition seamlessly integrates social media technology like Facebook check-in, social networking, tablets and mobile applications into the mix, demonstrating how these new ways to reach customers can be integrated into your marketing plans. It also includes brand new sections on online marketing legislation and QR codes, plus an expanded section on email marketing, the most commonly used e-marketing tool. Offering a highly structured and accessible guide to a critical and far-reaching subject, Emarketing Excellence 4eprovides a vital reference point for all students of business or marketing and marketers and e-marketers involved in marketing strategy and implementation and who want a thorough yet practical grounding in e-marketing.
Pearson BTEC National: Information Technology, student book (PDF) (BTEC Nationals IT 2016)
by Tim Cook Richard Mcgill Jenny Phillips Alan Jarvis David Atkinson-Beaumont Mark FishpoolSupport for your BTEC Nationals in Information Technology Certificate, Extended Certificate or Foundation Diploma. Book 1 covers all the mandatory and optional units you need for the Certificate, Extended Certificate and Foundation Diploma. Learn and apply the knowledge and skills you need to progress - whether to the world of work or further studies. Develop a core of IT knowledge, from understanding the relationship between hardware and software to learning about using social media for business. You will also study computational thinking skills, and the principles of designing and developing computer programs, websites and mobile apps. Build your confidence, and help you to prepare for your assessments.
The Nature of Code (PDF)
by Daniel ShiffmanHow can we capture the unpredictable evolutionary and emergent properties of nature in software? How can understanding the mathematical principles behind our physical world help us to create digital worlds? This book focuses on a range of programming strategies and techniques behind computer simulations of natural systems, from elementary concepts in mathematics and physics to more advanced algorithms that enable sophisticated visual results. Readers will progress from building a basic physics engine to creating intelligent moving objects and complex systems, setting the foundation for further experiments in generative design. Subjects covered include forces, trigonometry, fractals, cellular automata, self-organization, and genetic algorithms. The books examples are written in Processing, an open-source language and development environment built on top of the Java programming language. On the books website (http: //www. natureofcode. com), the examples run in the browser via Processings JavaScript mode.
The Nature Of Code
by Daniel ShiffmanHow can we capture the unpredictable evolutionary and emergent properties of nature in software? How can understanding the mathematical principles behind our physical world help us to create digital worlds? This book focuses on a range of programming strategies and techniques behind computer simulations of natural systems, from elementary concepts in mathematics and physics to more advanced algorithms that enable sophisticated visual results. Readers will progress from building a basic physics engine to creating intelligent moving objects and complex systems, setting the foundation for further experiments in generative design. Subjects covered include forces, trigonometry, fractals, cellular automata, self-organization, and genetic algorithms. The books examples are written in Processing, an open-source language and development environment built on top of the Java programming language. On the books website (http: //www. natureofcode. com), the examples run in the browser via Processings JavaScript mode.
CGP New GCSE Computer Science OCR Exam Practice Workbook - for the Grade 9-1 Course (includes Answers) (PDF)
by Cgp BooksThis indispensable CGP Workbook is packed with exam-style questions covering every topic on the Grade 9-1 OCR GCSE Computer Science course! It tests students on everything from basic definitions to the tricky 8-mark extended answers, and there’s plenty of practice at writing code and algorithms too (detailed answers are included at the back of the book).
CGP New GCSE Computer Science OCR Revision Guide - for the Grade 9-1 Course (PDF)
by Cgp BooksThis fantastic CGP Revision Guide covers everything students will need for the Grade 9-1 OCR GCSE Computer Science exams, from Software Systems to Pseudocode! Each topic is clearly explained in plain English, with plenty of helpful examples and tips - and we’ve included all the details needed for the top grades.
Uva's Guide To Cranes, Dollies, And Remote Heads
by Michael Uva Sabrina UvaFirst Published in 2001. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
GCSE Computer Science For OCR Student Book (PDF)
by David Waller Ann WeidmannA new series of bespoke, full-coverage resources developed for the 2016 GCSE Computer Science qualifications. Written for the OCR GCSE Computer Science specification for first teaching from 2016, this print Student Book uses an exciting and engaging approach to help students build their knowledge and master underlying computing principles and concepts. Designed to develop computational thinking, programming and problem-solving skills, this resource includes challenges that build on learning objectives, and real-life examples that demonstrate how computer science relates to everyday life. Remember features act as revision references for students and key mathematical skills relevant to computer science are highlighted throughout. A digital Cambridge Elevate-enhanced Edition and a free digital Teacher's Resource are also available. 9781316503997
A Step-by-Step Guide to SPSS for Sport and Exercise Studies: A Step-by-Step Guide for Students
by Nikos NtoumanisSPSS is the international standard software package for data analysis in the social sciences. This book is the only SPSS guide designed specifically for students in the fields of sport, exercise and kinesiology. It Includes sport specific cases and data throughout. 9781134533572
A Step-by-Step Guide to SPSS for Sport and Exercise Studies: A Step-by-Step Guide for Students (PDF)
by Nikos NtoumanisSPSS is the international standard software package for data analysis in the social sciences. This book is the only SPSS guide designed specifically for students in the fields of sport, exercise and kinesiology. It Includes sport specific cases and data throughout. 9781134533572
Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Computer Science (PDF)
by Ann Weidmann David Waller Alex Hadwen-Bennett Chris Charles Shaun Whorton Jason WelchThe Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9-1) Computer Science Student Book provides detailed coverage of the 2016 specification, enabling you to approach your exams and assessment with confidence. This Student Book offers: a comprehensive understanding of computer science and computational thinking, helping you to access the course content and make progress with your learning. an awareness of the applications of computer science for problem solving in the real world definitions of key words, enabling you to recognise and use appropriate terms and vocabulary regular activities to support progression and encourage further thinking and investigation preparation for the exam section to support revision. Our Student Book will also be available as a Kindle edition.
Writing for Digital Media
by Brian CarrollThis work teaches students how to write effectively for online audiences while providing them with a solid understanding of the ways that the Internet has blurred traditional roles of media producer, consumer, publisher, and reader. 9780415992015 9780203894316
Writing for Digital Media (PDF)
by Brian CarrollThis work teaches students how to write effectively for online audiences while providing them with a solid understanding of the ways that the Internet has blurred traditional roles of media producer, consumer, publisher, and reader. 9780415992015 9780203894316
Discovering Statistics Using IBM SPSS Statistics (PDF)
by Andy FieldUnrivaled in the way it makes the teaching of statistics compelling and accessible to even the most anxious of students, the only statistics textbook you and your students will ever need just got better! Andy Field's comprehensive and bestselling Discovering Statistics Using SPSS 4th Edition takes students from introductory statistical concepts through very advanced concepts, incorporating SPSS throughout. The Fourth Edition focuses on providing essential content updates, better accessibility to key features, more instructor resources, and more content specific to select disciplines. It also incorporates powerful new digital developments on the textbook's companion website.
Cambridge IGCSE ICT Practical Workbook (PDF)
by Graham BrownSupport students learning with extra practice questions and activities, tailored to topics in the IGCSE ICT Student's Book. - Ensure all topics are fully understood with practice activities that can be set in class or as homework. - Save time planning homework, with post-lesson exercises that follow the contents and chapter order of the student book
Cambridge IGCSE ICT Theory Workbook (PDF)
by David WatsonSupport students learning with extra practice questions and activities, tailored to topics in the IGCSE ICT Student's Book. - Ensure all topics are fully understood with practice activities that can be set in class or as homework. - Save time planning homework, with post-lesson exercises that follow the contents and chapter order of the student book