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In search of a philosophy of computing education. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
MCDERMOTT, R., DANIELS,M. and FREZZA, S. 2023. In search of a philosophy of computing eduction. In Proceedings of the 2023 IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Frontiers in education conference (FIE 2023), 18-21 October 2023, College Station, TX, USA. Piscataway: IEEE [online], article 10343513. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/FIE58773.2023.10343513

In this paper, we present a preliminary description of the field of inquiry encompassed by the philosophy of computing education. We first attempt to identify a general framework for investigating characteristic questions of a philosophical nature th... Read More about In search of a philosophy of computing education..

On the role of dialogue models in the age of large language models. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
WELLS, S. and SNAITH, M. 2023. On the role of dialogue models in the age of large language models. In Grasso, F., Green, N.L., Schneider, J. and Wells, S. (eds.) Proceedings of the 23rd Workshop on computational models of natural argument (CMNA 2023), 3 December 2023, [virtual event]. CEUR workshop proceedings, 3614. Aachen: CEUR-WS [online], pages 49-51. Available from: https://ceur-ws.org/Vol-3614/abstract2.pdf

We argue that Machine learning, in particular the currently prevalent generation of Large Language Models (LLMs), can work constructively with existing normative models of dialogue as exemplified by dialogue games, specifically their computational ap... Read More about On the role of dialogue models in the age of large language models..

A research on the use of learning by developing action model in computing studies in Finland and the UK HEIs. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
LINTILÄ, T. and ZARB, M. 2023. A research on the use of learning by developing action model in computing studies in Finland and the UK HEIs. In Chova, L.G., Martínez. C.G. and Lees, J. (eds.) Proceedings of the 17th International technology, education and development conference (INTED 2023), 6-8 March 2023, Valencia, Spain. Valencia: IATED [online], pages 3261-3269. Available from: https://doi.org/10.21125/inted.2023.0897

This article describes a study in which the Learning by Developing (LbD) action model has been used as a teaching and learning method for computing students in Finland and the United Kingdom. The study has been carried out as action research, and the... Read More about A research on the use of learning by developing action model in computing studies in Finland and the UK HEIs..

MicroConceptBERT: concept-relation based document information extraction framework. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
SILVA, K., SILVA, T. and NANAYAKKARA, G. 2023. MicroConceptBERT: concept-relation based document information extraction framework. In Proceedings of the 7th SLAAI (Sri Lanka Association for Artificial Intelligence) International conference on artificial intelligence 2023 (SLAAI-ICAI 2023), 23-24 November 2023, Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. Piscataway: IEEE [online], article number 10365022. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109...ICAI59257.2023.10365022

Extracting information from documents is a crucial task in natural language processing research. Existing information extraction methodologies often focus on specific domains, such as medicine, education or finance, and are limited by language constr... Read More about MicroConceptBERT: concept-relation based document information extraction framework..

A weighted ensemble of regression methods for gross error identification problem. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
DOBOS, D., DANG, T., NGUYEN, T.T., MCCALL, J., WILSON, A., CORBETT, H. and STOCKTON, P. 2023. A weighted ensemble of regression methods for gross error identification problem. In Proceedings of the 2023 IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Symposium series on computational intelligence (SSCI 2023), 5-8 December 2023, Mexico City, Mexico. Piscataway: IEEE [online], pages 413-420. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/SSCI52147.2023.10371882

In this study, we proposed a new ensemble method to predict the magnitude of gross errors (GEs) on measurement data obtained from the hydrocarbon and stream processing industries. Our proposed model consists of an ensemble of regressors (EoR) obtaine... Read More about A weighted ensemble of regression methods for gross error identification problem..

Evaluating a pass/fail grading model in first year undergraduate computing. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
ZARB, M., MCDERMOTT, R., MARTIN, K., YOUNG, T. and MCGOWAN, J. 2023. Evaluating a pass/fail grading model in first year undergraduate computing. In Proceedings of the 2023 IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Frontiers in education conference (FIE 2023), 18-21 October 2023, College Station, TX, USA. Piscataway: IEEE [online], article 10343276. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/FIE58773.2023.10343276

This Innovative Practice Full Paper investigates the implications of implementing a Pass/Fail marking scheme within the undergraduate curriculum, specifically across first year computing modules in a Scottish Higher Education Institution. The motivat... Read More about Evaluating a pass/fail grading model in first year undergraduate computing..

Student interaction with a virtual learning environment: an empirical study of online engagement behaviours during and since the time of COVID-19. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
JOHNSTON, P., ZARB, M. and MORENO-GARCIA, C.F. 2023. Student interaction with a virtual learning environment: an empirical study of online engagement behaviours during and since the time of COVID-19. In Proceedings of the 2023 IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Frontiers in education conference (FIE 2023),18-21 October 2023, College Station, TX, USA. Piscataway: IEEE [online], article number 10343048. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/fie58773.2023.10343048

This paper presents an experience report of online attendance and associated behavioural patterns during a module in the first complete semester undertaken fully online in the autumn of 2020, and the corresponding module deliveries in 2021 and 2022.... Read More about Student interaction with a virtual learning environment: an empirical study of online engagement behaviours during and since the time of COVID-19..

What is Skill? (and why does it matter?). (2023)
Conference Proceeding
MCDERMOTT, R. and DANIELS, M. 2023. What is skill? (and why does it matter?). In Proceedings of the 2023 IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Frontiers in education conference (FIE 2023), 18-21 October 2023, College Station, TX, USA. Piscataway: IEEE [online], article 10343520. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/FIE58773.2023.10343520

This Research-to-Practice Full Paper seeks to investigate the concept of Skill within a Competency Framework, such as that described by the CC2020 document. The notion of skill is fundamental to modern educational discourse. As educators, we strive,... Read More about What is Skill? (and why does it matter?)..

Lecturers' and clients' experiences of using learning by developing action model with project-based computing science study modules in Finland and the UK. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
LINTILÄ, T. 2023. Lecturers' and clients' experiences of using learning by developing action model with project-based computing science study modules in Finland and the UK. In Chova, L.G., Martínez. C.G. and Lees, J. (eds.) Proceedings of the 15th International conference on education and new learning technologies (EDULEARN 2023), 3-5 July 2023, Palma, Spain. Valencia: IATED [online], pages 2121-2129. Available from: https://doi.org/10.21125/edulearn.2023.0638

This article describes research in which the Learning by Developing (LbD) action model has been used as a teaching and learning method for computer science students in Finland and Great Britain. The study has been conducted as action research, and it... Read More about Lecturers' and clients' experiences of using learning by developing action model with project-based computing science study modules in Finland and the UK..

SecHealth: enhancing EHR security in digital health transformation. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
YENG, P., FAUZI, M.A., YANG, B., DIEKUU, J.-B., NIMBE, P., HOLIK, F., KHATIWADA, P., FAHMI, A. and SUN, L. 2023. SecHealth: enhancing EHR security in digital health transformation. In Widasari, E.R. and Adikara, P.P. (eds.) SIET '23: proceedings of the 8th International conference on sustainable information engineering and technology (SIET '23), 24-25 October 2023, Bali, Indonesia. New York: ACM [online], pages 538-544. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1145/3626641.3627214

In the contemporary wave of digital transformation, the implementation of electronic health records (EHRs) has become a pivotal undertaking for numerous nations. However, amidst this technological advancement, a critical facet deserving heightened at... Read More about SecHealth: enhancing EHR security in digital health transformation..

Exploring independent learning (IL) and its relationship to mindset, motivated strategies for learning and academic performance. (2023)
Journal Article
FORBES-MCKAY, K.E., BREMNER, P.A.M., JOHNSTON, P. and AIR, C. [2024]. Exploring independent learning (IL) and its relationship to mindset, motivated strategies for learning and academic performance. Journal of applied research in higher education [online], EarlyCite. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1108/jarhe-06-2023-0253

This study addresses gaps in the existing literature on students' understanding of Independent Learning (IL), whilst exploring the link between levels of IL, growth mindset, motivated strategies for learning and academic performance. Three hundred an... Read More about Exploring independent learning (IL) and its relationship to mindset, motivated strategies for learning and academic performance..

C-NEST: cloudlet based privacy preserving multidimensional data stream approach for healthcare electronics. (2023)
Journal Article
SRIVASTAVA, G., MEKALA, M.S., HAJAR, M.S. and KALUTARAGE, H. 2023. C-NEST: cloudlet based privacy preserving multidimensional data stream approach for healthcare electronics. IEEE transactions on consumer electronics [online], Early Access. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/TCE.2023.3342635

The Medical Internet of Things (MIoT) facilitates extensive connections between cyber and physical "things" allowing for effective data fusion and remote patient diagnosis and monitoring. However, there is a risk of incorrect diagnosis when data is t... Read More about C-NEST: cloudlet based privacy preserving multidimensional data stream approach for healthcare electronics..

Seismic events extraction method based on the B-COSFIRE filter combined with the differential evolution algorithm. (2023)
Journal Article
ZHAO, J., LI, Y., LEI, H., REN, J., ZHANG, F. and SHEN, H. 2023. Seismic events extraction method based on the B-COSFIRE filter combined with the differential evolution algorithm. ACTA geophysica [online], Early Access. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11600-023-01222-1

Based on an analysis of the information processing mechanism in the primary visual cortex of biological vision, this study proposes an integration method of bar-combination of shifted filter responses (B-COSFIRE) filter with the differential evolutio... Read More about Seismic events extraction method based on the B-COSFIRE filter combined with the differential evolution algorithm..

Using the learning by developing action model: case study in project-based computer science studies in higher education institutions. (2023)
Thesis
LINTILÄ, T. 2023. Using the learning by developing action model: case study in project-based computer science studies in higher education institutions. Robert Gordon University, PhD thesis. Hosted on OpenAIR [online]. Available from: https://doi.org/10.48526/rgu-wt-2271442

Teaching methods change continuously. In the last 30 years, there has been a shift from traditional teacher-centred teaching to student-centred learning, which focuses on developing students' competence and skills, and enables lifelong learning and t... Read More about Using the learning by developing action model: case study in project-based computer science studies in higher education institutions..

Fault detection and localisation in LV distribution networks using a smart meter data-driven digital twin. (2023)
Journal Article
NUMAIR, M., ABOUSHADY, A.A., ARRAÑO-VARGAS, F., FARRAG, M.E. and ELYAN, E. 2023. Fault detection and localisation in LV distribution networks using a smart meter data-driven digital twin. Energies [online], 16(23), 7850. Available from: https://doi.org/10.3390/en16237850

Modern solutions for precise fault localisation in Low Voltage (LV) Distribution Networks (DNs) often rely on costly tools such as the micro-Phasor Measurement Unit (𝜇 PMU), which is potentially impractical for the large number of nodes in LVDNs. Thi... Read More about Fault detection and localisation in LV distribution networks using a smart meter data-driven digital twin..

Immersive innovations for the communication of heritage, handcraft and sustainability. (2023)
Journal Article
CROSS, K., MESJAR, L., STEED, J. and JIANG, Y. [2023]. Immersive innovations for the communication of heritage, handcraft and sustainability. International journal of fashion design, technology and education [online], Latest Articles. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1080/17543266.2023.2277264

Textile and fashion brands convey core values through marketing, and in slow-fashion heritage brands this often includes skilled craftsmanship, authenticity, sustainability and provenance. As industry digitalisation continues, brands are employing im... Read More about Immersive innovations for the communication of heritage, handcraft and sustainability..

Automatic geolocation and measuring of offshore energy infrastructure with multimodal satellite data. (2023)
Journal Article
MA, P., MACDONALD, M., ROUSE, S. and REN, J. 2023. Automatic geolocation and measuring of offshore energy infrastructure with multimodal satellite data. IEEE journal of oceanic engineering [online], Early Access. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1109/joe.2023.3319741

With the increasing trend of energy transition to low-carbon economies, the rate of offshore structure installation and removal will rapidly accelerate through offshore renewable energy development and oil and gas decommissioning. Knowledge of the lo... Read More about Automatic geolocation and measuring of offshore energy infrastructure with multimodal satellite data..

PWDformer: deformable transformer for long-term series forecasting. (2023)
Journal Article
WANG, Z., RAN, H., REN, J. and SUN, M. 2024. PWDformer: deformable transformer for long-term series forecasting. Pattern recognition [online], 147, article number 110118. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.patcog.2023.110118

Long-term forecasting is of paramount importance in numerous scenarios, including predicting future energy, water, and food consumption. For instance, extreme weather events and natural disasters can profoundly impact infrastructure operations and po... Read More about PWDformer: deformable transformer for long-term series forecasting..

Comparison of simulated annealing and evolution strategies for optimising cyclical rosters with uneven demand and flexible trainee placement. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
COLLINS, J., ZĂVOIANU, A.-C. and MCCALL, J.A.W. 2023. Comparison of simulated annealing and evolution strategies for optimising cyclical rosters with uneven demand and flexible trainee placement. In Bramer, M. and Stahl, F. (eds.) Artificial intelligence XL: proceedings of the 43rd SGAI (Specialist Group on Artificial Intelligence) Artificial intelligence international conference 2023 (AI-2023), 12-14 December 2023, Cambridge, UK. Lecture notes in computer science, 14381. Cham: Springer [online], pages 451-464. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-47994-6_39

Rosters are often used for real-world staff scheduling requirements. Multiple design factors such as demand variability, shift type placement, annual leave requirements, staff well-being and the placement of trainees need to be considered when constr... Read More about Comparison of simulated annealing and evolution strategies for optimising cyclical rosters with uneven demand and flexible trainee placement..

Explaining a staff rostering problem by mining trajectory variance structures. (2023)
Conference Proceeding
FYVIE, M., MCCALL, J.A.W., CHRISTIE, L.A., ZĂVOIANU, A.-C., BROWNLEE, A.E.I. and AINSLIE, R. 2023. Explaining a staff rostering problem by mining trajectory variance structures. In Bramer, M. and Stahl, F. (eds.) Artificial intelligence XL: proceedings of the 43rd SGAI international conference on artificial intelligence (AI-2023), 12-14 December 2023, Cambridge, UK. Lecture notes in computer science, 14381. Cham: Springer [online], pages 275-290. Available from: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-47994-6_27

The use of Artificial Intelligence-driven solutions in domains involving end-user interaction and cooperation has been continually growing. This has also lead to an increasing need to communicate crucial information to end-users about algorithm behav... Read More about Explaining a staff rostering problem by mining trajectory variance structures..