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Librarians Learning Together: An Introduction to the Profession
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This open textbook for students in core Library and Information Science courses introduces students to select historical and contemporary issues in LIS. Centered on the question, “What is a library?,” the text includes explorations of norms of practice in libraries, information gathering, and professional values. This text offers students – both those who currently work in libraries and those who don’t – a foundational exploration of theoretical and ethical issues related to the field.

Subject:
Applied Science
Information Science
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
University of Iowa
Author:
Jennifer Burek Pierce
Nancy A. Henke
Date Added:
10/24/2023
Library 160: Introduction to College-Level Research
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You will learn how scholarly information is produced, organized, and accessed; how to construct and use effective search strategies in a variety of web tools and scholarly databases; how to choose finding tools appropriate to the type of information you need; critical thinking skills in the evaluation of resources; and best practices in the ethical use of information.

Long Description:
You will learn how scholarly information is produced, organized, and accessed; how to construct and use effective search strategies in a variety of web tools and scholarly databases; how to choose finding tools appropriate to the type of information you need; critical thinking skills in the evaluation of resources; and best practices in the ethical use of information.

Word Count: 34932

Included H5P activities: 18

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Subject:
Applied Science
Information Science
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Author:
Iowa State University Library Instruction Services
Date Added:
08/01/2021
Macroevolution @ ISU - BIOL 465X/EEOB 565X
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Open courseware for Macroevolution, focusing on research methods and software packages, such as R.

Course description
Evolutionary thinking provides the underpinnings of modern biology. In recent decades, the field of macroevolution (evolution above the species level) has matured into a rich discipline with a well-developed mathematical theory for testing hypotheses of species diversification, for understanding trait evolution, and evaluating patterns of covariation across the tree of life. This course will provide a synthetic view of biology and how life on earth has changed over time.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of the course, students will:
Understand patterns of diversity in the fossil record, and changes in that diversity over time
Understand macroevolutionary patterns and processes, and the difference between gradualism, stasis, and punctuated equilibrium
Become familiar with ‘tree thinking’, and understand the principles of using a phylogenetic perspective to address evolutionary questions in biology
Gain experience in applying cutting-edge phylogenetic methods for testing hypotheses in macroevolution

Subject:
Applied Science
Biology
Ecology
Environmental Science
Life Science
Mathematics
Measurement and Data
Physical Science
Material Type:
Activity/Lab
Full Course
Lecture Notes
Module
Syllabus
Provider:
Iowa State University
Author:
Josh Justison
Tracy Heath
Date Added:
07/05/2022
Methods of Teaching Early Literacy
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This open textbooks covers 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.

Subject:
Education
Elementary Education
English Language Arts
Language Education (ESL)
Reading Foundation Skills
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Author:
Constance Beecher
Emily Hayden
Nandita Gurjar
Sohyun Meacham
Date Added:
07/26/2023
A Mixed Course-Based Research Approach to Human Physiology
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The Biology 256 Laboratory course was designed to provide students with hands-on access to modern techniques in human physiological analyses using the course-based research pedagogical approach. In this course, students will learn how to perform literature searches; generate research questions and hypotheses; design experiments; collect, analyze, visualize and interpret data; and present scientific findings to others. The Biol 256L curriculum offers a high-impact human physiology experience that fosters the critical thinking skills required to be a successful citizen in a modern world filled with misinformation.

Long Description:
The Biology 256 Fundamentals of Human Physiology Laboratory course was designed to provide students with hands-on access to modern techniques in human physiological analyses using the course-based research pedagogical approach. In this course, students will learn how to perform literature searches; generate research questions and hypotheses; design experiments; collect, analyze, visualize and interpret data; and present scientific findings to others. The Biol 256L curriculum offers a high-impact human physiology experience that fosters the critical thinking skills required to be a successful citizen in a modern world filled with misinformation.

Word Count: 53567

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Anatomy/Physiology
Applied Science
Life Science
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Author:
Karri Haen Whitmer
Date Added:
02/01/2021
Molecular Plant Breeding
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This book focuses on genomics and plant biotechnology approaches used in plant breeding, the analysis of genomic data, and their application in quality control measures. The application of alternative genomic technologies to enhance conventional breeding strategies is also presented.

Long Description:
This book focuses on genomics and plant biotechnology approaches used in plant breeding, the analysis of genomic data, and their application in quality control measures. The application of alternative genomic technologies to enhance conventional breeding strategies is also presented.

Word Count: 78625

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Subject:
Agriculture
Career and Technical Education
Genetics
Life Science
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Author:
Kendall Lamkey
Laura Merrick
Madan Bhattacharyya
Thomas Lübberstedt
Ursula Frei
Walter Suza
William Beavis
Date Added:
04/27/2023
The OER Starter Kit
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This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education. [Version 1.1. Revised September 5th, 2019.]

Long Description:
This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Each chapter is accompanied with learning objectives and most chapters feature interactive elements and opportunities for readers to engage with the text. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education.

Word Count: 18611

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Subject:
Education
Educational Technology
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Date Added:
07/01/2019
The OER Starter Kit
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This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education. [Version 1.1. Revised September 5th, 2019.]

Long Description:
This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Each chapter is accompanied with learning objectives and most chapters feature interactive elements and opportunities for readers to engage with the text. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education.

Word Count: 18611

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Subject:
Education
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Date Added:
07/01/2019
The OER Starter Kit
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Short Description:
This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education. [Version 1.1. Revised September 5th, 2019.]

Long Description:
This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Each chapter is accompanied with learning objectives and most chapters feature interactive elements and opportunities for readers to engage with the text. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education.

Word Count: 26179

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Subject:
Education
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Author:
Abbey Elder
Date Added:
07/01/2019
The OER Starter Kit
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This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education. [Version 1.1. Revised September 5th, 2019.]

Long Description:
This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Each chapter is accompanied with learning objectives and most chapters feature interactive elements and opportunities for readers to engage with the text. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education.

Word Count: 18611

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Subject:
Education
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Date Added:
07/01/2019
The OER Starter Kit
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Short Description:
This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education.

Long Description:
This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Each chapter is accompanied with learning objectives and most chapters feature interactive elements and opportunities for readers to engage with the text. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education.

Word Count: 18531

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Subject:
Education
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Date Added:
07/01/2019
OER Starter Kit for RTC
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This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education. [Version 1.1. Revised September 5th, 2019.]

Long Description:
This starter kit has been created to provide instructors with an introduction to the use and creation of open educational resources (OER). The text is broken into five sections: Getting Started, Copyright, Finding OER, Teaching with OER, and Creating OER. Each chapter is accompanied with learning objectives and most chapters feature interactive elements and opportunities for readers to engage with the text. Although some chapters contain more advanced content, the starter kit is primarily intended for users who are entirely new to Open Education.

Word Count: 18611

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Subject:
Education
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Date Added:
07/01/2019
Online Learning Toolbox
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Word Count: 25216

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Subject:
Education
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Date Added:
12/01/2019
Open Signals and Systems Laboratory Exercises
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Open Signals and Systems Laboratory Exercises is a collection of lab assignments that have been used in EE 224: Signals and Systems I in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Iowa State University. These lab exercises have been curated, edited, and presented in a consistent format to improve student learning.

Subject:
Applied Science
Computer Science
Material Type:
Activity/Lab
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Author:
Andrew K. Bolstad
Julie A. Dickerson
Date Added:
10/15/2021
Oral Communication for Non-Native Speakers of English
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This textbook includes materials on listening, speaking, lexicogrammar, pragmatics, and pronunciation.

Long Description:
This textbook includes materials on listening, speaking, lexicogrammar, pragmatics, and pronunciation.

Word Count: 10362

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Subject:
Business and Communication
Communication
English Language Arts
Speaking and Listening
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Author:
Elena Cotos
Lily Compton
Monica Ghosh
Timothy Kochem
Date Added:
10/09/2020
Parenting and Family Diversity Issues
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This book has been created for students and all individuals who work with children and families (e.g., educators, parents, caregivers, direct support workers, etc.) in diverse contexts. It is imperative to understand how and what factors may influence child outcomes across the lifespan. Therefore, key concepts related to parenting, child-rearing, care-giving, and parenting education are outlined in this textbook to provide historical, theoretical, and practical perspectives across vast settings and developmental domains.

Long Description:
This book has been created for students and all individuals who work with children and families (e.g., educators, parents, caregivers, direct support workers, etc.) in diverse contexts. It is imperative to understand how and what factors may influence child outcomes across the lifespan. Therefore, key concepts related to parenting, child-rearing, care-giving, and parenting education are outlined in this textbook to provide historical, theoretical, and practical perspectives across vast settings and developmental domains.

Word Count: 75635

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Subject:
Applied Science
Health, Medicine and Nursing
Psychology
Social Science
Sociology
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Author:
Diana Lang
Date Added:
05/18/2020
Piacere!: Elementary Italian at The University of Iowa
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Piacere! is an elementary Italian open-access textbook authorized by the Italian faculty of The University of Iowa. A comprehensive and flexible e-textbook, this Open Education Resource aims to support students’ acquisition of the grammar and vocabulary that ensure meaningful communication as well as to enhance students’ familiarity with Italian culture. Piacere! is divided into twenty-one units, which revolve around a specific theme, in order to facilitate a comprehensive learning and use of the language. Units include the following components: grammar, vocabulary, conversations, and readings. While in its organization the textbook is meant to offer the students with a flexible and approachable individual study experience, each component may be easily translated into classroom activities.

Subject:
Arts and Humanities
Languages
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
University of Iowa
Provider Set:
Iowa Research Online
Author:
Claudia Sartini-Rideout
Irene Lottini
Lucia Gemmani
Date Added:
11/21/2023
Preparing to Publish
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This book offers a wealth of instructional material on the topic of research article writing for publication and thesis or dissertation completion. The text provides graduate student writers with helpful information, strategies, and tips on navigating disciplinary writing in their fields and how to understand, dissect, and ultimately, construct their own research article. The text is organized according to a standard research article format, breaking down each section of the empirical research in a simple and straightforward manner to help graduate students build a quality, argument-driven manuscript as they write up their empirical study findings.

Long Description:
This book offers a wealth of instructional material on the topic of research article writing for publication and thesis or dissertation completion. The text provides graduate student writers with helpful information, strategies, and tips on navigating disciplinary writing in their fields and how to understand, dissect, and ultimately, construct their own research article. The text is organized according to a standard research article format, breaking down each section of the empirical research in a simple and straightforward manner to help graduate students build a quality, argument-driven manuscript as they write up their empirical study findings.

Word Count: 48652

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Subject:
Applied Science
Material Type:
Textbook
Provider:
Iowa State University
Author:
Elena Cotos
Kimberly Becker
Sarah Huffman
Date Added:
04/11/2023
Principles of Microeconomics Question Bank
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The following question bank is written by Steven Stong. These questions have been using in a Principles of Microeconomics class that uses the OpenStax textbook Principles of Microeconomics 2e by Steven A. Greenlaw and David Shapiro.

Subject:
Economics
Social Science
Material Type:
Assessment
Homework/Assignment
Provider:
University of Iowa
Provider Set:
Iowa Research Online
Author:
Steven Stong
Date Added:
05/28/2021