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The Canadian Journal of Learning and Technology (CJLT) is an international peer-reviewed journal that publishes papers on all aspects of educational technology and learning. It covers topics such as learning theory and technology, cognition and technology, instructional design theory and application, online learning, computer applications in education, simulations and games, and other aspects of incorporating technology into the learning process. The primary goal of CJLT is to advance learning theory in the field of educational technology. CJLT is available for free to anyone with Internet access.
FreeComputerBooks serves as a compilation of retrievable links to free online resources (particularly eBooks, lecture notes, tutorials, etc.) mainly concentrated in the fields of Information Technology, Computer Science, and Mathematics. This database includes 13 top-level categories, namely, Computer Languages, Computer Science, Data Science/Databases, Electrical Engineering, Java and Java EE (J2EE), Linux and Unix, Mathematics, Microsoft and .NET, Mobile Computing, Networking and Communications, Software Engineering, Special Topics, and Web Programming. End users can explore this directory through category search, pattern search, and keyword search. Each item/search result features an eBook’s bibliographic information, book description, author information, reviews, ratings, recommendations, and its read and download links. Its developers encourage end users to share free online resources (free from copyright violations) that haven’t been listed in this database.
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The IEEE Xplore digital library serves as a haven for digital resources touching the fields of electrical engineering, computer science, and electronics. This repository constitutes 260 journals, 4+million conference papers, 12,000 technical standards, and 6,000+ books. The collections can be fully accessed through institutional subscription options, IEEE membership exclusive subscription, and online purchase of documents at discounted prices among IEEE members.
INFORMS is an online publication of highly cited journals of academic and industry experts across the fields of operations research, analytics, management science, economics, behavioral science, statistics, artificial intelligence, data science, applied mathematics, etc. Their collections can be explored through various searching techniques: Boolean searches, searching for authors, searching for phrases, wildcards, and DOIs. Having a total number of 12,500 member publishers and authors, this publication seeks to “advance and promote the science and technology of decision making to save lives, save money, and solve problems.”
The Make-IT Place is a digital repository of program, training materials, and project-based learning curricula being provided for public library employees and patrons. Curated by Maryland Librarians, this database offers a variety of collections like arts, robotics, and 3D printing that can be downloaded and utilized for teaching a class or furthering one’s knowledge. This repository is funded by a grant provided by the institute of Museum and Library services managed through Maryland State University.