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Textbooks, references and open learning resources.
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Introduction to Archaeology: A Workbook
Ashley Lemke · University of Texas at Arlington
In the contents: 1.10: Social Organization
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Digging into Archaeology: A Brief OER Introduction to Archaeology with Activities
Amanda Wolcott Paskey and AnnMarie Beasley Cisneros · Cosumnes River College & American River College
In the contents: 11: Social Archaeology · 11.01: Introduction to Social Archaeology · 11.02: Activity 1 - Analyzing Cars- Social Archaeology
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Fundamentals of Psychological Disorders
Alexis Bridley and Lee W. Daffin Jr. · Washington State University
Fundamentals of Psychological Disorders (formerly Abnormal Psychology) tackles the difficult topic of mental disorders in 15 modules and is updated through the DSM-5-TR. After the first three foundational modules, a discussion of mental disorders ensues to include depressive, anxiety, personality, schizophrenic, eating, and obsessive-compulsive to name a few.
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Small Group Communication and Presentation
LibreTexts
This book covers the dynamics of small-group communication. Students will explore their own communication skills and weaknesses through the application of critical thinking and analysis. They'll learn a variety of problem-solving and leadership techniques, including how to conduct meetings and discussions, as well as how to effectively and persuasively present information within small groups and as a small group to a larger audience, using research methods together to analyze information.
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Human Services Field Work Practicum Manual
Wendy D. Bratina · Harrisburg Area Community College
This Field Work Practicum manual is for students in HACC's HUMS 215 Field Work Practicum course. This course provides students with a cumulative learning experience and is a required course in the Human Services, Social Services, and Addiction & Recovery Services degree programs at HACC. Students work in a human services agency under supervision. In this environment, students learn to apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes acquired in their coursework.
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The Art of Being Human
Michael Wesch · Kansas State University
In the contents: 06: Social Structure
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Infant and Toddler Education and Care
Susan Eliason · Bridgewater State University
In the contents: 1.10: Creating Environments to Enhance Social and Emotional Development
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Field Experience Practicum in ECE
Laura Daly · Woodland Community College
Field Experience Practicum in Early Childhood Education guides students in applying theory to practice through hands-on experience in early learning settings. Grounded in the Project Approach and relationship-based teaching, the text emphasizes observation, documentation, reflection, and collaboration with children, families, and colleagues. Designed for practicum students, it integrates coursework with real-world application and professional growth.
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Introductory Probability
Charles Grinstead & J. Laurie Snell · Dartmouth & Swarthmore Universities
This text is designed for an introductory probability course taken by sophomores, juniors, and seniors in mathematics, the physical and social sciences, engineering, and computer science. It presents a thorough treatment of probability ideas and techniques necessary for a firm understanding of the subject. The text can be used in a variety of course lengths, levels, and areas of emphasis.
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EXPLORATIONS: An Open Invitation to Biological Anthropology
Beth Shook, Katie Nelson, Kelsie Aguilera, & Lara Braff, Eds. · LibreTexts
In the contents: 6.02: Sociality Residency Patterns and Dispersal
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Cognitive Psychology
Mehgan Andrade and Neil Walker · College of the Canyons
Ultimately Cognitive psychology is the scientific investigation of human cognition, that is, all our mental abilities – perceiving, learning, remembering, thinking, reasoning, and understanding. It is closely related to the highly interdisciplinary cognitive science and influenced by artificial intelligence, computer science, philosophy, anthropology, linguistics, biology, physics, and neuroscience. Cognitive psychology studies how people acquire and apply knowledge or information.
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Foundations of American Education: A Critical Lens
Melissa Wells and Courtney Clayton · Virtual Library of Virginia
In this survey text, readers will explore the foundations of American education through a critical lens. Topics include the teaching profession, influences on student learning, philosophical and historical foundations, structures of schools, ethical and legal issues, curriculum, classroom environment, and the path forward.
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Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship (Ferrier and Mays)
Michelle Ferrier and Elizabeth Mays · LibreTexts
This is the first edition of a modular open textbook designed for entrepreneurial journalism, media innovation, and related courses.
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Introduction to Human Geography
David Dorrel & Joseph P. Henderson · Georgia Gwinnett College
Geography is a diverse discipline that has some sort of connection to most every other academic discipline. This connection is the spatial perspective, which essentially means if a phenomenon can be mapped, it has some kind of relationship to geography. Studying the entire world is a fascinating subject, and geographical knowledge is fundamental to a competent understanding of our world.
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Democracy in Brief
United States Department of State · LibreTexts
Democracy in Brief touches on topics such as rights and responsibilities of citizens, free and fair elections, the rule of law, the role of a written constitution, separation of powers, a free media, the role of parties and interest groups, military-civilian relations and democratic culture.
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New Directions in Chicanx and Latinx Studies
Amber Rose González, Mario Alberto Viveros Espinoza-Kulick, Melissa Moreno, Lucha Arévalo, Eddy Francisco Alvarez Jr. · LibreTexts
In the contents: 07: Social Movement Activity
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Rural and Northern Social Work Practice 2e: Examples within a Canadian Context
LibreTexts
In the contents: Braiding Trauma-and-Violence Informed Care Practice Guidelines into Competencies for Social Workers working in Rural and Remote Locations · PART I: FOUNDATIONS OF RURAL AND NORTHERN SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE · Practice Competencies to Effectively Support Wellness for Social Workers and Clients in Northern Saskatchewan Communities
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Biological Psychology - Psyc 310
Alan Keys · Sacramento City College
In the contents: 14.03: Social Neuroscience
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Exploring Intercultural Communication: Instructors Manual
Kristine Clancy · Golden West College
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Foundations of Addiction Studies
Jason Florin & Julie Trytek · College of DuPage via College of DuPage Digital Press
In the contents: 1.07: Bio-Psycho-Social Issues