technological innovations

The use of grooved rollers to transport goods may have led to the invention of the wheel in ancient times. Humans have used boats for water transportation for at least 50,000 years. Examine significant developments in land and water vehicles in Land and Water Transportation, one of the titles in the Technology and Innovation series.

Readers will learn about e-textiles and complete their own e-textile projects with the activities in this book.

The simplest machines are the lever, wheel and axle, pulley, ramp, and screw. The electric motor was first invented in 1832, and was used commercially for the first time 41 years later. Examine significant developments in the generation and use of power in Power and Energy, one of the titles in the Technology and Innovation series.

Readers will learn about science and transportation.

People have been building temporary shelters for at least 40,000 years. Since the Industrial Revolution in the 1750s, many people around the world have moved to cities. Examine significant developments in construction technology in Buildings and Structures, one of the titles in the Technology and Innovation series.

Looks at the evolution of soccer, including new rules, equipment, and technology.

Explores the debate over alternative energy automobiles.

Explores how the field of journalism has changed dramatically with the digital revolution, and examines the current role of a journalist.

"Sports are a human universal: humans in all cultures play them, and they've done so for a long, long time. This title is for readers whose interest in sports and athleticism goes deeper than stats of their favorite players and the standings of their favorite teams. The articles collected here answer questions about the physical and psychological conditions that make elite athletes, they look at the effects of technology in sports, and they explore the ways sports interact with the larger culture"--Provided by publisher.

"[This book is a] . . . guide for navigating the complexities of AI [artificial intelligence] in education. This . . . book provides practical strategies for incorporating AI tools into your teaching practices, while exploring the potential of AI to transform traditional models of teaching and learning. Discover how AI can help you create inclusive and accessible learning environments, personalize learning, reach more students, and get your time back"--OCLC.