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Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 3

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Western Civilization: A Concise History​ is an Open Educational Resource textbook covering the history of Western Civilization from approximately 8,000 BCE to 2017 CE. It is available in three volumes covering the following time periods and topics: Volume 1: from the origins of civilization in Mesopotamia c. 8,000 BCE through the early Middle Ages in Europe c. 1,000 CE. Volume 1 covers topics including Mesopotamia,Egypt, Persia, Greece, Rome, the Islamic caliphates, and the early European Middle Ages. Volume 2: from the early Middle Ages to the French Revolution in 1789 CE. Volume 2covers topics including the High Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the European conquest of the Americas, the Reformation, the Scientific Revolution, and the Enlightenment. Volume 3: from the Napoleonic era to the recent past. Volume 3 covers topics including the Industrial Revolution, the politics of Europe in the nineteenth century, modern European imperialism, the world wars, fascism, Nazism, and the Holocaust, the postwar era, the Cold War, and recent developments in economics and politics.

Material Type: Textbook

Author: Christopher Brooks

Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 2

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Western Civilization: A Concise History​ is an Open Educational Resource textbook covering the history of Western Civilization from approximately 8,000 BCE to 2017 CE. It is available in three volumes covering the following time periods and topics: Volume 1: from the origins of civilization in Mesopotamia c. 8,000 BCE through the early Middle Ages in Europe c. 1,000 CE. Volume 1 covers topics including Mesopotamia,Egypt, Persia, Greece, Rome, the Islamic caliphates, and the early European Middle Ages. Volume 2: from the early Middle Ages to the French Revolution in 1789 CE. Volume 2covers topics including the High Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the European conquest of the Americas, the Reformation, the Scientific Revolution, and the Enlightenment. Volume 3: from the Napoleonic era to the recent past. Volume 3 covers topics including the Industrial Revolution, the politics of Europe in the nineteenth century, modern European imperialism, the world wars, fascism, Nazism, and the Holocaust, the postwar era, the Cold War, and recent developments in economics and politics.

Material Type: Textbook

Author: Christopher Brooks

Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 1

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A three-volume textbook covering the history of Western Civilization from c. 8000 BCE to the recent past. Written to be compatible with most existing Western Civilization courses at American colleges and universities, Western Civilization: A Concise History rejects the triumphalist narrative of western progress while still providing an essential overview of the histories of the ancient Mediterranean, Europe, and the global connections of the modern era. The "version 2.5" edition was released in September 2021 and further revisions are planned by the author.

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Author: Christopher Brooks

Creative Writing: Fiction Syllabus

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In Writing 241/244, we will concentrate on the study and writing of realistic short fiction, with the purpose of stimulating your creativity, enhancing your analytical abilities, and improving your writing. Students write sketches and stories for class discussion and analysis, usually in the form of small group workshops. Students will also analyze professional stories to understand narrative tools, structural components, and stylistic choices through written analysis and small group discussion.

Material Type: Syllabus

Author: Porter Raper

Hospitality & Tourism Industry Canvas course shell

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Course Description This course introduces the hospitality industry as a single, interrelated industry composed of food and beverage, travel and tourism, lodging, meeting and planning events, recreation and leisure, recreational entertainment, and eco and heritage tourism. Course Objectives The student will: • Identify the characteristics of the hospitality industry • Explain the various components of tourism • Discuss the hotel business development and classifications • Discuss hotel and rooms division operation • Explain hotel operations and food and beverage division • Discuss various aspects of the recreation/leisure industry as it relates to tourism • Explain the difference between meetings, expositions, and conventions

Material Type: Full Course

Author: Velda Arnaud

Customer Service Management I Canvas course shell

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Course Description This course provides an in-depth study of the methods and techniques employed by the hospitality and tourism industry to accomplish effective and efficient customer service operation. Includes combined discussions of management theory, systems, decision-making, and leadership directly relevant to any profession with emphasis on the hospitality industry. Also covers the business facets of human resource management, finance, ethics, and total quality management with a business environment. Course Learning Outcomes At the end of this course, students will be able to: · Explain the elements of a service culture and what separates average and excellent customer service · Identify consumer behaviors and needs as they relate to customer decisions · Identify factors that help better serve a diverse customer base · Describe how to build and maintain trust as related to quality service

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Author: Velda Arnaud

Analytical and Argumentative Writing Syllabus

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WR122 continues the focus of WR 121 on academic writing as a means of inquiry with added emphasis on persuasion and argument supported by external research; it also uses critical reading, discussion and the writing process to explore ideas, develop cultural awareness and formulate original positions. The course emphasizes development of writing and critical thinking through logical reasoning, rhetorical control, independent research, and information literacy.

Material Type: Syllabus

Author: Porter Raper

CH100: Everyday Chemistry (Southeast)

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Introduces chemistry related topics pertaining to everyday life. Includes topics such as renewable energy, clean air and water and global climate change using a relatively nonmathematical approach. Includes atomic/molecular structure, the periodic table, chemical bonding, intermolecular forces, chemical reactions, acids/bases and the social and environmental role of chemistry. Recommended for non-science majors to fulfill the Gen Ed science with lab requirement.

Material Type: Textbook

Author: Luke Miller

Human Nutrition (FN 225) Online 10 Week Course

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Folder of openly licensed course materials for Human Nutrition course, including in-depth introduction to the science of nutrition, stressing characteristics of nutrients and their food sources. Examines digestion, absorption and metabolism of nutrients. Includes individualized diet analysis and current-interest topics including weight management and some disease therapies. Emphasis is placed on use of scientific research criteria for evaluation of current nutrition articles.

Material Type: Full Course, Teaching/Learning Strategy

Author: Kimber Mattox

AHSS Front Matter

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Description: This is the online, interactive version of OpenIntro's Advanced High School Statistics (https://www.openintro.org/book/ahss/). It was developed by Emiliano Vega and Ralf Youtz of Portland Community College using PreTeXt. Advanced High School Statistics covers a first course in statistics, providing an introduction to applied statistics that is clear, concise, and accessible. This book was written to align with the AP© Statistics Course Description, but it's also popular in non-AP courses and community colleges. We hope readers will take away three ideas from this book in addition to forming a foundation of statistical thinking and methods: 1. Statistics is an applied field with a wide range of practical applications. 2. You don't have to be a math guru to learn from real, interesting data. 3. Data are messy, and statistical tools are imperfect. But, when you understand the strengths and weaknesses of these tools, you can use them to learn about the real world.

Material Type: Teaching/Learning Strategy

Authors: Christopher D Barr, David M Diez, Leah Dorazio, Mine Etinkaya-rundel

General Chemistry I

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Atomic structure, chemical compounds, chemical equations and reaction stoichiometry, reactions in aqueous solution (including acid/base, redox, and precipitation reactions) gas laws and kinetic-molecular theory, and thermochemistry. Emphasis on engineering applications. PDF available: https://oregontech-my.sharepoint.com/:b:/g/personal/addie_clark_oit_edu/EQ7UKfEXTJxNnhYUHRgaZZ8ByCrmXpLkzzVhHYAfZ2WxXg?e=mdgjCe Purchase print copy: http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/general-chemistry-i/24499732 Additional course materials: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/12BDS4gq0O3dowv45AAG0xEe6qdIFIeB3?usp=sharing

Material Type: Full Course, Textbook

Authors: Adelaide E Clark, Seth Anthony

Geology F20 Lectures

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G 201 : GEOLOGY I DESCRIPTION Examines the nature of Earth's interior processes from a geologic perspective. Need not be taken in sequence. Field trips will occasionally substitute for labs, with multiple options to ensure accessibility for every student. LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Students will develop an effective understanding of the basic concepts, processes, and analytic tools as they are currently understood in the science of geology. Students will able to articulate and describe the fundamental disciplinary models/laws/theories presented as well as the current state of supporting evidence. Within the realm of geology these include fundamental scientific theories such as plate tectonics and geologic time. These courses will expose students to a diversity of topics within the realm of geology and explore the relationships among other scientific disciplines. (ex: chemistry of minerals; fossil record of biologic organisms) 2. Through inquiry-based, hands-on laboratory activities and field experiences students will develop specific experimental skills and knowledge leading to the ability to identify, implement, and interpret scientific information as it relates to geology. Students will apply their knowledge and skills and employ logical scientific methodologies in a variety of numerical and descriptive problem solving situations. 3. Students will enhance their ability to effectively communicate scientific concepts and data via multiple means including visual, oral and written modes using activities such as poster presentations, term papers, computer graphics and modeling, test essay questions, interactive questioning and lab write-ups. 4. Students will be able to evaluate and articulate the application and relevance of specific geology topics to the world around them at a personal, community, and global level. As a result, students will understand the significant role of science and geology in particular in modern society. Moreover, students will become more scientifically literate citizens capable of formulating informed logical opinions regarding the application of science and technology to solving such problems as pollution, energy demands, minerals extraction, and geologic hazards.

Material Type: Lecture, Teaching/Learning Strategy

Author: Hal Wershow

Chemistry YouTube Channel

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This channel will feature chemistry lectures, problem-solving videos, and laboratory tips and tricks. CHEM221 General Chemistry I The first course in the general chemistry sequence for science, engineering and health pre-professional students. Topics include: measurement, atomic structure, molecular structure, chemical reactions, stoichiometry, and thermochemistry. This course includes a laboratory component.

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Author: Mike Springer

Introduction to General Chemistry

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This open text is disseminated via the Open Education Resource (OER) LibreTexts Project (https://LibreTexts.org) and like the hundreds of other open texts available within this powerful platform, it is licensed to be freely used, adapted, and distributed. Contributors Paul Flowers (University of North Carolina - Pembroke), Klaus Theopold (University of Delaware) and Richard Langley (Stephen F. Austin State University) with contributing authors. Textbook content produced by OpenStax College is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution License 4.0 license. Download for free at http://cnx.org/contents/85abf193-2bd...a7ac8df6@9.110) CHE 101 A brief presentation of introductory chemical concepts including atomic structure, the chemical equation, the behavior of gases, the chemistry of solution, and acid-base chemistry.

Material Type: Textbook

Author: Christy VanRooyen

Psychology of Human Relations Canvas Course

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Psychology of Human Relations Canvas Course PSY 101 COURSE DESCRIPTION The purpose of this course is to enhance students’ understanding of the variety and complexity of human interactions. The focus is on the practical application of psychology in everyday situations; topics include self-concept, perception, personality development, cultural diversity, conflict resolution, emotions, stress, interpersonal communication, workplace success, and behavioral change. COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES CLOs describe in observable and measurable terms what a student is able to do as a result of completing this class. CLO1. Identify key concepts, principles and the multiple perspectives of psychology including: Psychodynamic, Behavioral, Humanistic, Cognitive, Biological, Sociocultural and Evolutionary. CLO2. Explain behavior using a biopsychosocial approach. CLO3. Apply course content using real world examples and situations.

Material Type: Full Course

Author: Georgann Willis

Remix of OpenStax Intermediate Algebra and OpenStax Algebra and Trigonometry

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This is an interactive, technology-based course, which investigates the connections and interplay among various mathematical topics for both the baccalaureate-prep and technical-prep student. The function concept is introduced informally. Linear and quadratic functions and their graphs are covered in-depth. Other topics include rational exponents, radical and rational equations, linear and non-linear systems and right triangle trigonometry. A heuristic approach to problem-solving is emphasized with problem situations modeled numerically, algebraically and graphically.

Material Type: Textbook

Author: Michael McAfee

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