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Textbooks, references and open learning resources.
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Mechanics and Science of Materials
Joshua P. Steimel · California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
In the contents: Chapter 1: Introduction to Materials X-Ray Diffraction and Inter and Intramolecular Bonding · Chapter 2: Structure: Crystalline Amorphous Non-Crystalline and Liquid Crystal Materials · Chapter 3: Defects in Crystalline Materials
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Programming Fundamentals - A Modular Structured Approach using C++
Kenneth Leroy Busbee · Houston Community College
In the contents: 1.04: Sharing Rating Connexions Materials · 26: Review Materials
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Abnormal Psychology
Jorden A. Cummings · University of Saskatchewan
This text has been created from a combination of original content and materials compiled and adapted from existing open educational resources.
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Introduction to Earth and Space Sciences
Robert Wagner · HACC
Introduction to Earth and Space Sciences explores Earth as a planet and its place in the larger universe. Beginning with astronomy, we investigate our solar system, stars, galaxies, and the universe. We then examine Earth’s atmosphere and the processes that produce weather and climate before turning to the solid Earth, its materials, geological history, and changing landscapes. Together, these topics reveal the interconnected processes that shape our planet and our understanding of the cosmos.
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Introduction to Psychology - Noba's Discover Psychology (Remixed)
Rochelle Burnaford · Diablo Valley College
This introductory psychology textbook is a customized remix of openly licensed materials from introductory psychology materials on LibreTexts. The readings have been reorganized into 15 chapters, covering content required for an introduction to psychology course.
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CLUE: Chemistry, Life, the Universe, and Everything
Melanie M. Cooper and Michael W. Klymkowsky · Michigan State University and UC Bolder
We developed much of the material in this new curriculum using research on how people learn and our own work on how to improve understanding and problem solving in college-level science classes. In previous studies we have found that our methods, which include dramatic reorganization and reduction of materials covered, increase student interactions and activity and lead to equal or better performance on standardized exams, greater conceptual understanding, and improved problem-solving skills.
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PRJ 2000: Newswriting for Public Relations
Joel Whitaker · Prince George's Community College
This text explores the research, planning, implementation, and evaluation cycle pertaining to news writing in public relations with a focus on writing collateral, including memos, newsletters, advisories, interview materials, and new releases. The text considers strategies, tactics, and public relations law as it applies to different mediums of communication in the context of corporations, the entertainment industry, non-profit organizations, and the political and government field.
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Introduction to Fluid Motions and Sediment Transport
John Southard · Massachusetts Institute of Technology
This course introduces students to aspects of fluid dynamics relevant to transport and deposition of particulate sedimentary materials. Emphasis is on the structure of turbulent shear flows and the forces exerted by fluid motions on bed of loosed sediment. With fluid dynamics as background, the course deals with sediment movement as bed load and suspended load, and with the geometry, kinematics, and dynamics of ripple and dune bed forms.
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Introduction to Community Organizing
Cynthia Kaufman and Angélica Esquivel Moreno · De Anza College
Introduction to Community Organizing contains all of the materials you need to teach a class that gets students started on their pathways to becoming community organizers. The book helps students develop the skills, knowledge, and abilities to make a difference in their communities. The three themes run throughout the book are: Leadership Development, Organizing Skills Development, and Social Movement History.
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Educational Learning Theories
Molly Zhou & David Brown · Dalton State University
In the contents: Ancillary Materials
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Non-Isothermal Kinetic Methods
Arhangel'skii et al. · Moscow State University
This application book is intended for senior students of natural science faculties and technical institutes, who use methods of thermal analysis for kinetic studies in their research. The book can help researchers in studies of thermal decomposition, oxidation of various substances and materials, and other similar processes. It can be used in the laboratories of industrial enterprises applying methods of thermal analysis for quality control of raw materials and final products.
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How to Learn Like a Pro!
Nissila · LibreTexts
In the contents: 03.5: Lesson 3.5: Math and Science--Tips for Better Comprehension and for Studying
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3.4: Maturity
Michael Rygel and Page Quinton · SUNY Potsdam
Textural maturity refers the the size and shape of grains and the nature of interstitial materials. Compositional maturity refers to the composition of framework grains. A complex set of processes influences these characteristics
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Methods of Teaching Early Literacy
Nandita Gurjar, Sohyun Meacham, and Constance Beecher · Iowa State University
Theories, teaching strategies, and instructional materials pertinent to teaching reading and writing in grades PK-3, with an emphasis on integrating reading, writing, speaking, and listening, as well as integration across content areas while addressing diversity and inclusion.
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Infant and Toddler Education and Care
Susan Eliason · Bridgewater State University
This dynamic electronic text supports the Bridgewater State University (BSU) course, ECPK 324, which is an introduction to the field of infant and toddler childcare. Through reading the materials in the book and by participating in activities you can expect to explore research-based child learning and development; developmentally appropriate activities using a strength-based approach; quality caregiving routines; and environmental influences on growth and development.
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A Cool Brisk Walk Through Discrete Mathematics
Stephen Davies · University of Mary Washington
A Cool Brisk Walk Through Discrete Mathematics - and its companion site "allthemath" - are completely-and-forever-free-and-open-source educational materials dedicated to the mathematics that budding computer science practitioners actually need to know. They feature the fun and addictive teaching of award-winning lecturer Dr. Stephen Davies of the University of Mary Washington in Fredericksburg, Virginia!
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The Environment of the Earth's Surface
John Southard · Massachusetts Institute of Technology
In the contents: 2.06: The Mineral Particles of the Earth's Surface Materials
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Polymer Physics
Joshua P. Steimel · California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt
LibreTexts
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Digging into Canadian Soils: An Introduction to Soil Science
Canadian Society of Soil Science · University of Saskatchewan
This text provides an introduction to the core disciplines of soil science, and introduces the concepts and vocabulary needed by students just beginning their soil science journey. The textbook provides supplementary materials that are specific to regions in Canada, or may be of specific interest beyond what might be considered introductory soil science material. Importantly, the textbook also is intended to introduce students to the Canadian System of Soil Classification.
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Polymer Chemistry
David Whisnant · Wofford College
Polymers are giant molecules (also called macromolecules) that are essential to our existence. They are important chemicals in our bodies (proteins, DNA), in plants (starch, cellulose), and in our everyday lives (fibers, plastics). Polymers are made by transforming small molecules (monomers) into molecules with very large molecular weights. Although the chemical properties of polymers are similar to those of analogous small molecules, their physical properties are quite different.