This volume is the 11th in the Studies in Perception and Action series and contains research presented at the 16th International Conference on Perception and Action (ICPA) meeting in the summer of 2011. ICPA provides a forum for presenting new data, theory, and methodological developments relevant to the ecological approach to perception and action. The forty-nine papers presented in this volume are divided into five Parts and represent the latest developments in ecological psychology research from four continents. In many instances, the contributions to Studies volumes reflect the first appearance of new ideas in a scientific venue. As a result, this book contains the most recent and cutting-edge research in perception and action. This volume will appeal to individuals who follow the research literature in ecological psychology, as well as those interested in perception, perceptual development, human movement dynamics, social processes, and human factors.

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Reliability Modeling with Industry 4.0 explores the emerging theoretical and practical developments in reliability engineering in highly digitized industries, including power, computer systems, railway systems, and robotics. Drawing on leading research from around the globe, as well as the latest in industry practice, this book provides cutting edge advice on how to integrate a fully digitized industry 4.0 system for enhanced reliability and reduced maintenance cost. Technologies such as big data, artificial intelligence, and the industrial internet of things are addressed in the context of reliability engineering, providing practical advice on applications. - Provides innovative reliability modeling tools related to the application of Industry 4.0 technologies - Includes case studies from industries such as rail, energy, and computer systems - Describes techniques for the successful digital transformation of industries for sophisticated reliability systems

Examines the current and future role of public libraries in adult literacy service provision by analyzing survey data collected from state library agencies, designated literacy contacts in those agencies, heads of state literacy resource centers, and local library literacy programs. Discusses the use and limits of technology, program planning, finance and funding, and programs at the state and local levels. The final section presents the main findings of the study, along with conclusions and recommendations. Includes tables detailing the study questions and responses and a listing of the respondents. Charts and tables.

Learning/volunteer abroad programmes provide opportunities for cross-cultural understanding, partnership-building, and cooperative development, but there are also significant structural challenges and inequality of opportunity issues that result from these partnerships between host organizations in the Global South and learning/volunteer abroad for development (LVA4D) participants from the Global North. Learning and Volunteering Abroad for Development aims to unpack the complex benefits and disadvantages of learning/volunteer abroad programmes, using insights from the volunteers who travel abroad and the communities who host them. Based on empirical research within both volunteer and host communities, this book provides students and scholars with an alternative framework for a more careful and nuanced analysis of international volunteering programmes, highlighting ways to improve critical reflection, development outcomes, and intercultural competence. Supported by a website with additional learning resources, this book is an integral resource for senior undergraduate and graduate students interested in going abroad, as well as for scholars or development professionals who are leading or researching such programmes.