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Start Here, Speak Anywhere! 2e
Angela Elbanna et al. · Borough of Manhattan Community College
This book serves as a comprehensive and practical guide to public speaking, equipping readers with essential knowledge and skills to communicate effectively in a wide range of contexts. It explores the fundamental principles of public speaking, emphasizing historical perspectives, ethical considerations, and the role of listening in effective communication.
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Biology of Aging
Libretexts · Herkimer College
Includes the study of the gross and microscopic structure of the systems of the human body with special emphasis on the relationship between structure and function. Integrates anatomy and physiology of cells, tissues, organs, the systems of the human body, and mechanisms responsible for homeostasis.
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Macroeconomics (Lumen)
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ENG 102 Textbook
Shellena Smith · Southcentral KY Community & Technical College
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Precarious Creativity: Global Media, Local Labor
Michael Curtin and Kevin Sanson · LibreTexts
Precarious Creativity examines the seismic changes confronting media workers in an age of globalization and corporate conglomeration. This pathbreaking anthology peeks behind the hype and supposed glamor of screen media industries to reveal the intensifying pressures and challenges workers face. The authors take on crucial issues and provide insightful case studies of workplace dynamics regarding creativity, collaboration, exploitation, and cultural difference.
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Critical Thinking and Writing
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Practical Meteorology
Roland Stull · University of British Columbia
This book is an algebra-based survey of atmospheric science. This book is designed for students and professionals who want to understand and apply basic meteorological concepts, but who do not need to derive equations. The equation and could serve the fields of Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Environmental Science, Engineering, Air Quality, Climatology, and Geography. The text involves primarily algebra to allow the physical meaning.
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The Odyssey
Homer · translated by Samuel Butler
The Odyssey is one of two major ancient Greek epic poems attributed to Homer. It is, in part, a sequel to the Iliad, the other Homeric epic. The Odyssey is a fundamental work in the modern Western canon, being the oldest extant piece of Western literature, second to the Iliad. Scholars believe the Odyssey was composed near the end of the 8th century BC, somewhere in Ionia, the Greek coastal region of Anatolia.
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Concordia University Chicago Prayerbook
Chad Kendall, Patrick Bayers, Karen Calendo, Meghan Sleezer, David Rognar, Mary Zaharis, Concordia University Chicago · Concordia University Chicago
The Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod (LCMS) is a Trinitarian and confessional church body centered on the cross and atonement of Jesus Christ, while finding great value in the church's liturgical life with its seasons, feast days, and commemorations. The Bible teaches as it reveals God and His will to humanity. The Scriptures teach us how to pray as well. The life of faith, then, is one of listening to the teachings of our Lord through the scriptures and then speaking to Him through our prayers.
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CHE 201: Organic Chemistry I
Hernan D. Biava · Brevard College
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Information Governance Modern OER Textbook
Gregory Hess · Baker College
Information Governance in the Age of AI (2026 Practices) is an Open Educational Resource (OER) designed for undergraduate students in business, information systems, cybersecurity, and law. Modernizing traditional governance frameworks for the realities of the zettabyte data deluge, this text prepares students to navigate the complexities of Generative AI, global privacy regulations (such as the EU AI Act and GDPR), and zero-trust architectures. Through practical case studies and modern framework
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Foundations of Information Systems
OpenStax · OpenStax
Foundations of Information Systems is designed to engage students through a combination of practical, real-world applications and thought-provoking scenarios that promote critical thinking and a deeper understanding of core concepts. The pedagogical approach is centered on making information systems relevant to students from an array of backgrounds and career interests.
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Chem 325: Inorganic Chemistry
Joya Cooley · California State University, Fullerton
This text addresses the chemistry of the main group elements and an introduction to transition metal chemistry.
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GSU-TM-Physics II (2212)
Taha Mzoughi · Georgia State University
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From MSA to CA: A Beginner's Guide to Transitioning to Colloquial Arabic
Lina Gomaa · Portland State University
This book is for students who have studied Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) for one year or more and would like to learn colloquial Arabic basics using their knowledge of MSA. It aims at transitioning learners from Novice Mid level to Intermediate Low through presenting situations useful for living in an Arab country. The book has several features including hyperlinks, practice dialogues with open answers, cultural tips, and more.
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Fundamentals of Microwave and RF Design
Michael Steer · North Carolina State University
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Mathematical Methods in Chemistry
Marcia Levitus · Arizona State University
This text introduces student to mathematical/computational methods in chemical kinetics, thermodynamics, quantum chemistry.
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Beliefs: An Open Invitation to the Anthropology of Magic, Witchcraft, and Religion
Amanda Zunner-Keating, Madlen Avetyan, and Ben Shepard · Los Angeles Valley College
This book was the combined efforts of the authors, contributors and editors who have been teaching these concepts to students for a number of years.
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COMM 325: Intercultural Communication (Williams)
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Biological Anthropology
Tori Saneda & Michelle Field · Cascadia Community College
Biological anthropology, also known as physical anthropology, is a scientific discipline concerned with the biological and behavioral aspects of human beings, their related non-human primates and their extinct hominin ancestors. It is a subfield of anthropology that provides a biological perspective to the systematic study of human beings.