Description
The 2nd edition of the Dictionary of Information Science and Technology is a compilation of more than 12,000 of the latest terms and definitions as they pertain to all aspects of the information and technology field. This extensive collection of terms and acronyms in the ever-changing world of information science and technology keeps researchers, practitioners, educators, and students equipped with current knowledge of key scientific and technical words. The Dictionary of Information Science and Technology (2nd Edition) is released in relation to IGI Global’s premier InfoSci®-Dictionary database of 30,000 easy-to-reference definitions of the most recent reference book releases. Both are an essential reference for libraries and individuals around the world.
Reviews and Testimonials
Researchers, students, and professionals in the field will find themselves turning to this timely reference repeatedly. Academic libraries supporting the various disciplines compromising information science and technology will find this title in demand.
– Tom Gilson, Associate Editor, Against the Grain
Author's/Editor's Biography
Mehdi Khosrow-Pour, D.B.A. (Ed.)
Mehdi Khosrow-Pour, DBA, MS, MBA, received his Doctorate in Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University (Florida, USA), a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Florida Institute of Technology, a Master of Science in Computer Information Systems, and a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of Miami. Dr. Khosrow-Pour taught undergraduate and graduate information system courses at the Pennsylvania State University - Harrisburg for nearly 20 years. He currently serves as Executive Editor at IGI Global Scientific Publishing (www.igi-global.com) and as Executive Director of the World Forgotten Children Foundation (www.worldforgottenchildren.org). He is the author/editor of more than 150 books and journal articles in the field of information technology management. He is the founding Editor-in-Chief of the Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology, Encyclopedia of Modern Artificial Intelligence, Information Resources Management Journal (IRMJ), Journal of Electronic Commerce in Organizations (JECO), Journal of Cases on Information Technology (JCIT), and the Journal of Information Technology Research (JITR).