The notion of ontology in the system model of argumentation
This article analyzes the notion of ontology in computer science and contemporary argumentation theories. It introduces the notion of ontology into the system model of argumentation (SMA) in view of the specific features of the latter. The author analyses the role of ontology in building an argumentation ...
Translation of non-equivalent words during the localization of computer games
The article deals with linguistic aspects of localizaton, in particular, with cultural adaptation of non-equivalent lexis in the translation of computer games from Russian into English. The research is focused on the types of nonequivalent lexical units typical of game discourse and their translation into the Russian language.
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Modern educational technologies in the development of cognitive independence of technical and humanities students
Computer and interactive technologies facilitate the development of ideas of computer-assisted learning, suggest absolutely new technological variant of teaching based on the unique capabilities of modern computers and telecommunications, which will allow ...
Traditional instructional media in British higher education: the analysis of effects of application
The article considers the effects of the application of traditional (pre-multimedia) instructional media in UK higher education institutions. The effects of the following media are considered: audio-visual; traditional computer; interactive video; early multimedia. A conclusion is drawn about the necessity to carefully integrate instructional media into the educational context.
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Blending asynchronous discussion groups and peer tutoring in higher education: An exploratory study of online peer tutoring behaviour // Computers and Education. 2008. N 50. P. 207—223.
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Strategic teaching framework: An instructional model for a constructivist learning environment // In Dills C. and Romiszowski A. (ed.) Instructional development state of the art. ...
Educating medical students on hygienically safe usage of mobile electronic devices
The goal of the research is to study how much the mobile electronic devices affect the vision of medical students and assess the degree of impact in relation to the occurrence of eyesight complaints, in particular computer visual syndrome, and to identify the factors that contribute to visual impairment. The author aims at developing measures for the hygienic education of medical students to reduce adverse effects of the use of mobile electronic devices on future ...
