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2. 1. Framing perceived values of education : when perspectives of learning and ICTs are related

   Author : Lars Norqvist; Eva Leffler; Isa Jahnke; Roger Säljö; Umeå universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Learning; ICTs; Education; Perceived value; Dialogue; Dialogic perspective; Perceived values of learning; Perceived values of education; Learning situations; Formal education; Non-formal education; Perceived value framework; Photo interviews; Formal learning; Non-formal learning; Informal learning; Information; Communication; Technology; ICT.; pedagogiskt arbete; educational work;

   Abstract : This thesis offers dialogue about the relations between learning and Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs). The dialogue is guided by the question of how to design education to increase perceived values of learning. READ MORE

4. 2. Learning-by-modeling : Novel Computational Approaches for Exploring the Dynamics of Learning and Self-governance in Social-ecological Systems

   Author : Emilie Lindkvist; Maja Schlüter; Jon Norberg; Örjan Ekeberg; James Dyke; Stockholms universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Complex adaptive systems; Renewable resources; Adaptive management; Small-scale fisheries; Artificial intelligence; Reinforcement learning; Agent-based modeling; agent-baserade modeller; artificiell intelligens; social-ekologiska system; komplexa adaptiva system; förnyelsebara naturresurser; adaptiv förvaltning; Sustainability Science; vetenskap om hållbar utveckling;

   Abstract : As a consequence of global environmental change, sustainable management and governance of natural resources face critical challenges, such as dealing with non-linear dynamics, increased resource variability, and uncertainty. This thesis seeks to address some of these challenges by using simulation models. READ MORE

5. 3. Computational Modeling of the Basal Ganglia : Functional Pathways and Reinforcement Learning

   Author : Pierre Berthet; Anders Lansner; Kenji Doya; Stockholms universitet; []
   Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; computational neuroscience; modelisation; reinforcement learning; basal ganglia; dopamine; datalogi; Computer Science;

   Abstract : We perceive the environment via sensor arrays and interact with it through motor outputs. The work of this thesis concerns how the brain selects actions given the information about the perceived state of the world and how it learns and adapts these selections to changes in this environment. READ MORE

6. 4. The industry role in policymaking : Policy learning in climate politics

   Author : Peter Stigson; Yan Jinyue; Thomas B. Johansson; Mälardalens högskola; []
   Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Climate policy; Policy learning; Participatory policymaking; Policy evaluation; Voluntary agreements; Negotiated agreements; Industry; Environmental engineering; Miljöteknik; Energy- and Environmental Engineering; energi- och miljöteknik;

   Abstract : Climatic change has sparked a broad range of responses on all societal levels. New initiatives and negotiations, scientific findings, and technological developments, have established a novel framework for policymaking and industrial abatement investments. READ MORE

7. 5. The economics of renewable energy support

   Author : Kristina Ek; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Economics; Nationalekonomi;

   Abstract : This dissertation consists of an introductory part and five self-contained papers, all related to the issue of promoting renewable power sources. Paper I provides an econometric analysis of the most important determinants of Swedish households’ willingness to pay a premium for “green” electricity. READ MORE