The Economist is a global weekly magazine written for those who share an uncommon interest in being well and broadly informed. Each issue explores the close links between domestic and international issues, business, politics, finance, current affairs, science, technology and the arts. In addition to regular weekly content, Special Reports are published approximately 20 times a year, spotlighting a specific country, industry...
Learning in 3D: Adding a New Dimension to Enterprise Learning and Collaboration
Praise for Learning in 3D "Learning is the key to our future and powerful learning will result from immersive, interactive, and creative 3D designs. Tony O'Driscoll and Karl Kapp have written a disruptive book about a disruptive technology that we all need to explore. This is a must read!" —Elliott Masie, chair, The LearningCONSORTIUM
Collins Cobuild Key words in science & technology
This work analyses and explains the vocabulary of science and technology and aims to develop the ability to understand it. Key words and typical word combinations are explained and defined in their grammatical contexts, and vocabulary is developed through language exercises, puzzles and activities. The book contains a general section on the language of research, discovery and invention, while more specific sections deal with topics including information technology, the environment, genetics, medicine, physics and space.
The book is strewn with quarter to full page photographs from the various space missions to the planets--and indeed, it is the best illustrated introductory text available. The author does provide a good overview of all the geological processes and imaging technology in his initial chapters, which is then followed by his descriptions of the planets.
Popular Science Magazine: For the very definition of whats new and cutting edge, look no further than Popular Science. Covering the latest developments in electronics, communications, cars, tools, aviation, space exploration, science, energy, photography and technology, this magazine is an indispensable resource for those who want to keep up with our ever-changing world.
