This is just a sampling of many of the martial arts books that I have in my mega gig collection. Please let me know what you think, or if you have any specific requests. (And yes, I know that some of you have waited more than a year for this post!)

The evolution of the concept of mind in cognitive science over the past 25 years creates new ways to think about the interaction of people and computers. New ideas about embodiment, metaphor as a fundamental cognitive process, and conceptual integration--a blending of older concepts that gives rise to new, emergent properties--have become increasingly important in software engineering (SE) and human-computer interaction (HCI). If once computing was based on algorithms, mathematical theories, and formal notations, now the use of stories, metaphors, and blends can contribute to well-informed, sensitive software design. In Designing with Blends, Manuel Imaz and David Benyon show how these new metaphors and concepts of mind allow us to discover new aspects of HCI-SE.

This important resource contains the most recent research concerning the management and development of information systems, so that organizations can effectively manage information systems growth and development. Not only must hardware, software, data, information, and networks be managed-people must be managed. Humans must be trained to use information systems. Systems must be developed so humans can use the systems as efficiently and effectively as possible. Therefore, topics included in this book concern human computer interaction such as training, aesthetics, ergonomics, and user friendliness. Human Computer Interaction Development and Management addresses these topics with the most recent research and findings.

by David Sklansky, Ed Miller

Tell Me More, the world's leading software for language learning, is valued by users and teachers alike for its speech recognition technology and personalized language courses. Tell Me More now counts more than five million satisfied users worldwide. Global leading organizations have placed their trust in Tell Me More, including the U.S. State Department, the U.S. Government, the FBI, the Canadian Federal Government, EDS, BMW, Carnival Cruise Lines, Mercedes, and more.

Used everyday in more than 10,000 academic institutions, this latest version evaluates your progress as you learn, and uses your results to suggest the activities and exercises best suited to your needs, just as a teacher would. The package includes levels Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced, and contains 3,600 exercises, organized in 35 different types of activities. All the skills critical to learning English are addressed including reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, grammar, and culture. With more than 750 hours of learning, this is the most extensive offer on the market to help you learn English.

750 hours of learning, divided into six workshops:

• * Lesson workshop organizes activities by topic.
• * Cultural workshop helps to improve your knowledge of the countries in which the language is spoken.
• * Grammar and vocabulary workshops include sets of exercises linked to grammar rules, verb conjugations, and key vocabulary words (classified by either topic or level).
• * Written workshop includes sets of exercises designed to help you improve your written expression.
• * Oral workshop contains numerous dialogues and interactive videos focusing on both oral comprehension and expression.

Three alternative learning modes to help personalize your English learning:

• * The Dynamic mode uses real-time performance analysis to tailor the English learning process to your individual needs. Evaluating your progress as you work, it adjusts your activities based on the results of your previous exercises.
• * The Guided mode offers a personalized lesson structure based on your own objectives and time constraints.
• * The Free-to-Roam mode allows you to select the activities and workshops of your choice, giving you the freedom to create your own English lessons.

The latest technology to help you learn English:

• * State-of-the-art speech recognition technology enables you to evaluate your pronunciation, and automatically detects and corrects your errors (using S.E.T.S. technology).
• * 3D animations illustrate the movements of the lips and mouth to help improve your pronunciation.
• * A modern, user-friendly interface ensures effortless browsing.
• * Two hours of video activities included.