Class-tested & coherent this textbook teaches classical & web information retrieval including web search & the related areas of text classification & text clustering from basic concepts It gives an up-to-date treatment of all aspects of the design & implementation of systems for gathering indexing & searching documents; methods for evaluating systems; & an introduction to the use of machine learning methods on text collections All the important ideas are explained using examples & figures making it perfect for introductory courses in information retrieval for advanced undergraduates & graduate students in computer science Based on feedback from extensive classroom experience the book has been carefully structured in order to make teaching more natural & effective Slides & additional exercises (with solutions for lecturers) are also available through the book's supporting website to help course instructors prepare their lectures ...

Aimed at upper-level undergraduate & graduate students scholars teachers practitioners athletic administrators & advocates of intercollegiate athletics Introduction to Intercollegiate Athletics provides readers with up-to-date & comprehensive knowledge about the changes to-and challenges faced by-university athletics programs 416 pages 16 Line drawings black & white; 2 Halftones black & white ...

Now in its fourth edition this textbook remains the indispensable text to guide readers through automotive or mechanical engineering both at university & beyond 516 pages 395 Illustrations black & white; 516 p 395 illus Stone Richard ...

Written by three leading scholars in the field of International Relations this textbook provides an authoritative introduction to the discipline including coverage of security studies international political economy international organizations & non-state actors A comprehensive history chapter also helps students to appreciate the key developments that created today's political landscape The book frames each chapter around an enduring question; long-standing dilemmas that have engaged generations of IR scholars & students-such as why do wars occur & how can economic benefits be shared more equally-demonstrating the continuing relevance of these issues & ideas A collection of innovative learning tools equips students with the skills they need for sound analysis of today's headlines The textbook is ideal for undergraduate & master degree students who are taking introductory courses on International Relations Global Politics & World Politics ...

Introduction to International Relations provides a concise & engaging introduction to the principal international relations theories & uniquely explores how theory can be used to analyse contemporary issues Readers are introduced to the most important theories encompassing both classical & contemporary approaches & debates Throughout the text the authors encourage readers to consider the strengths & weaknesses of the theories presented & the major points of contention between them In so doing the text helps the reader to build a clear understanding of how major theoretical debates link up with each other & how the structure of the discipline of international relations is established Jackson & Sorensen place a strong emphasis throughout on the relationship between theory & practice carefully explaining how theories organise & shape our view of the world A chapter is dedicated to key global issues & how theory can be used as a tool to analyse & interpret these issues The text is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre which

Includes:: Student resources Reinforce understanding of chapters' key themes through short case studies Test understanding & practice for exams using review questions Explore different theoretical debates through a series of annotated web links Test understanding of key terminology through the flashcard glossary Lecturer resources Encourage debate & critical thinking with new seminar resources including group debate activities Download boxes from the text for use in presentations or exams

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346 pages 100 Illustrations black & white Stamp Mark (Department of Computer Science San Jose State University) ...

Machine learning has become an integral part of many commercial applications & research projects but this field is not exclusive to large companies with extensive research teams If you use Python even as a beginner this book will teach you practical ways to build your own machine learning solutions With all the data available today machine learning applications are limited only by your imagination You'll learn the steps necessary to create a successful machine-learning application with Python & the scikit-learn library Authors Andreas Muller & Sarah Guido focus on the practical aspects of using machine learning algorithms rather than the math behind them Familiarity with the Num Py & matplotlib libraries will help you get even more from this book With this book you'll learn Fundamental concepts & applications of machine learning Advantages & shortcomings of widely used machine learning algorithms How to represent data processed by machine learning including which data aspects to focus on Advanced methods for model evaluation & parameter tuning The concept of pipelines for chaining models & encapsulating your workflow Methods for working with text data including text-specific processing techniques Suggestions for improving your machine learning & data science skills ...

This highly practical guide to cloth doll making is aimed at those who are new to doll making as well as more experienced needlecrafters Jan's beautiful dolls are exquisitely made yet by breaking the process down into easy-to-follow steps they become surprisingly easy to achieve Full of character & life Jan's dolls are made using a wide range of colourful fabrics trims ribbons & buttons & are ideal for using up scraps & oddments of materials There are clear step-by-step instructions for making hands feet & faces together with diagrams where needed & useful templates for all the body pieces are supplied at the back of the book With three different projects to choose from & three alternative designs using different colour schemes & materials this book provides the means to make your own gorgeous doll whatever your ability & gives ideas & inspiration for many more ...

Introduction to Marine Biogeochemistry focuses on the ocean's role in the biogeochemical cycling of selected elements & the impact of humans on the cycling of these elements Among the topics covered are the chemical composition of seawater from the perspectives of elemental speciation & the impacts of solutes on water's physical behavior; biogeochemical phenomena which control accumulation & preservation of marine sediments; marine chemistry of radioactive & stable isotopes; & seawater pollution The book contains many examples as well as steady-state models to aid readers in understanding this growing & complex science ...

For all courses in Materials Management Production Inventory Control & Logistics taught in business & industrial technology departments of community colleges four-year colleges & universities Understand all elements of production planning & control & how they fit together with Introduction to Materials Management Clearly written & exceptionally user-friendly this text covers all the essentials of modern supply chain management manufacturing planning & control systems purchasing & physical distribution Content examples questions & problems lead students step-by-step to mastery Widely adopted by colleges & universities worldwide this is the only APICS-listed reference text for the Basics of Supply Chain Management (BSCM) CPIM certification examination ...