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OpenStax Calculus (v. 1)
No full text1. Functions and Graphs2. Limits3. Derivatives4. Applications of Derivatives5. Integration6. Applications of IntegrationPublished by OpenStax College, Calculus is designed for the typical two- or three-semester general calculus course, incorporating innovative features to enhance student learning. The book guides students through the core concepts of calculus and helps them understand how those concepts apply to their lives and the world around them. Due to the comprehensive nature of the material, we are offering the book in three volumes for flexibility and efficiency. Volume 1 covers functions, limits, derivatives, and integration
Introduction to Sociology, 2nd edition (OpenStax)
No full text1. An Introduction to Sociology2. Sociological Research3. Culture4. Society and Social Interaction5. Socialization6. Groups and Organization7. Deviance, Crime, and Social Control8. Media and Technology9. Social Stratification in the United States10. Global Inequality11. Race and Ethnicity12. Gender, Sex, and Sexuality13. Aging and the Elderly14. Marriage and Family15. Religion16. Education17. Government and Politics18. Work and the Economy19. Health and Medicine20. Population, Urbanization, and the Environment21. Social Movements and Social ChangeIntroduction to Sociology 2e adheres to the scope and sequence of a typical, one-semester introductory sociology course. It offers comprehensive coverage of core concepts, foundational scholars, and emerging theories. The textbook presents section reviews with rich questions, discussions that help students apply their knowledge, and features that draw learners into the discipline in meaningful ways. The second edition has been updated significantly to reflect the latest research and current, relevant examples."Faculty contributors [to the 2nd edition], Nathan Keirns, Eric Strayer, Heather Griffiths, Sally Vyain, Jeff Bry"--Page 3.Resource simultaneously available in high- and low-resolution PDF files and direct-access HTML version.Includes bibliographical references and index.An introduction to sociology -- Sociological research -- Culture -- Society and social interaction -- Socialization -- Groups and organization -- Deviance, crime, and social control -- Media and technology -- Social stratification in the United States -- Global inequality -- Race and ethnicity -- Gender, sex, and sexuality -- Aging and the elderly -- Marriage and family -- Religion -- Education -- Government and politics -- Work and the economy -- Health and medicine -- Population, urbanization, and the environment -- Social movements and social change."This text is intended for a one-semester introductory course."--Page 1.Description based on low-resolution PDF file (revision ITS2-1-000-AS, released April 24, 2015; viewed June 16, 2015); title from title page of low-resolution PDF file
Principles of Microeconomics (OpenStax)
Get PDF1. Welcome to Economics!2. Choice in a World of Scarcity3. Demand and Supply4. Labor and Financial Markets5. Elasticity6. Consumer Choices7. Cost and Industry Structure8. Perfect Competition9. Monopoly10. Monopolistic Competition and Oligopoly11. Monopoly and Antitrust Policy12. Environmental Protection and Negative Externalities13. Positive Externalities and Public Goods14. Poverty and Economic Inequality15. Issues in Labor Markets: Unions, Discrimination, Immigration16. Information, Risk, and Insurance17. Financial Markets18. Public Economy19. International Trade20. Globalization and ProtectionismPrinciples of Microeconomics covers the scope and sequence for a one-semester economics course. The text also includes many current examples, including; the Keystone Pipeline, Occupy Wall Street, and debates over the minimum wage. The pedagogical choices, chapter arrangements, and learning objective fulfillment were developed and vetted with feedback from educators dedicated to the project. The outcome is a balanced approach to economics and to the theory and application of economics concepts. Current events are treated in a politically-balanced way, as well.Description based on version viewed on BCcampus OpenEd website; title from pdf title page
Precalculus (OpenStax)
No full text1. Functions2. Linear Functions3. Polynomial and Rational Functions4. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions5. Trigonometric Functions6. Periodic Functions7. Trigonometric Identities and Equations8. Further Applications of Trigonometry9. Systems of Equations and Inequalities10. Analytic Geometry11. Sequences, Probability and Counting Theory12. Introduction to CalculusPublished by OpenStax College, Precalculus is intended for college-level precalculus students. Since precalculus courses vary from one institution to the next, we have attempted to meet the needs of as broad an audience as possible, including all of the content that might be covered in any particular course. The result is a comprehensive book that covers more ground than an instructor could likely cover in a typical one- or two-semester course; but instructors should find, almost without fail, that the topics they wish to include in their syllabus are covered in the text. Many chapters of Openstax College Precalculus are suitable for other freshman and sophomore math courses such as College Algebra and Trigonometry; however, instructors of those courses might need to supplement or adjust the material. OpenStax will also have College Algebra and Algebra and Trigonometry titles tailored to the particular scope, sequence, and pedagogy of those courses.Description based on online resource; title from pdf title page (viewed on May 18, 2016)
Chemistry : Atoms First (OpenStax)
No full text1. Essential Ideas2. Atoms, Molecules, and Ions3. Electronic Structure and Periodic Properties of Elements4. Chemical Bonding and Molecular Geometry5. Advanced Theories of Bonding6. Composition of Substances and Solutions7. Stoichiometry of Chemical Reactions8. Gases9. Thermochemistry10. Liquids and Solids11. Solutions and Colloids12. Thermodynamics13. Fundamental Equilibrium Concepts14. Acid-Base Equilibria15. Equilibria of Other Reaction Classes16. Electrochemistry17. Kinetics18. Representative Metals, Metalloids, and Nonmetals19. Transition Metals and Coordination Chemistry20. Nuclear Chemistry21. Organic ChemistryChemistry: Atoms First is a peer-reviewed, openly licensed introductory textbook produced through a collaborative publishing partnership between OpenStax and the University of Connecticut and UConn Undergraduate Student Government Association. This title is an adaptation of the OpenStax Chemistry text and covers scope and sequence requirements of the two-semester general chemistry course. Reordered to fit an atoms first approach, this title introduces atomic and molecular structure much earlier than the traditional approach, delaying the introduction of more abstract material so students have time to acclimate to the study of chemistry. Chemistry: Atoms First also provides a basis for understanding the application of quantitative principles to the chemistry that underlies the entire course.Description based on online version, revision: CAF-2016-000(07/16)-BKB; Title from PDF (viewed on August 31, 2016
Biology (OpenStax)
No full text1. The Chemistry of Life2. The Cell3. Genetics4. Evolutionary Processes5. Biological Diversity6. Plant Structure and Function7. Animal Structure and Function8. EcologyBiology is designed for multi-semester biology courses for science majors. It is grounded on an evolutionary basis and includes exciting features that highlight careers in the biological sciences and everyday applications of the concepts at hand. To meet the needs of today's instructors and students, some content has been strategically condensed while maintaining the overall scope and coverage of traditional texts for this course. Instructors can customize the book, adapting it to the approach that works best in their classroom. Biology also includes an innovative art program that incorporates critical thinking and clicker questions to help students understand and apply key concept
OpenStax Calculus (v. 2)
No full text1. Integration2. Applications of Integration3. Techniques of Integration4. Introduction to Differential Equations5. Sequences and Series6. Power Series7. Parametric Equations and Polar CoordinatesPublished by OpenStax College, Calculus is designed for the typical two- or three-semester general calculus course, incorporating innovative features to enhance student learning. The book guides students through the core concepts of calculus and helps them understand how those concepts apply to their lives and the world around them. Due to the comprehensive nature of the material, we are offering the book in three volumes for flexibility and efficiency. Volume 2 covers integration, differential equations, sequences and series, and parametric equations and polar coordinates
Microbiology
No full text1221 p.Microbiology is designed for a single-semester course for non-majors, focusing on the core concepts of microbiology and their applications in allied health careers. It combines scientific rigor with accessible language and strong pedagogical tools. The text includes an art program with clear illustrations and diagrams to support understanding. The book is a collaborative effort between OpenStax and the American Society for Microbiology Press, and it aligns with the ASM curriculum guidelines
College Algebra (OpenStax)
No full text1. Prerequisites2. Equations and Inequalities3. Functions4. Linear Functions5. Polynomial and Rational Functions6. Exponential and Logarithmic Functions7. Systems of Equations and Inequalities8. Analytic Geometry9. Sequences, Probability, and Counting TheoryPublished by OpenStax College, College Algebra provides a comprehensive and multi-layered exploration of algebraic principles. The text is suitable for a typical introductory Algebra course, and was developed to be used flexibly. The modular approach and the richness of content ensures that the book meets the needs of a variety of programs. College Algebra guides and supports students with differing levels of preparation and experience with mathematics. Ideas are presented as clearly as possible, and progress to more complex understandings with considerable reinforcement along the way. A wealth of examples - usually several dozen per chapter offer detailed, conceptual explanations, in order to build in students a strong, cumulative foundation in the material before asking them to apply what they've learned."Jay Abramson, lead author, senior content expert; contributing authors, Valeree Falduto, Rachael Gross, David Lippman, Melonie Rasmussen, Rick Norwood, Nicholas Belliot, Jean-Marie Magnier, Harold Whipple, Christina Fernandez."--Page 5
Microbiology (OpenStax)
No full text1. An Invisible World2. How We See the Invisible World3. The Cell4. Prokaryotic Diversity5. The Eukaryotes of Microbiology6. Acellular Pathogens7. Microbial Biochemistry8. Microbial Metabolism9. Microbial Growth10. Biochemistry of the Genome11. Mechanisms of Microbial Genetics12. Modern Applications of Microbial Genetics13. Control of Microbial Growth14. Antimicrobial Drugs15. Microbial Mechanisms of Pathogenicity16. Disease and Epidemiology17. Innate Nonspecific Host Defenses18. Adaptive Specific Host Defenses19. Diseases of the Immune System20. Laboratory Analysis of the Immune Response21. Skin and Eye Infections22. Respiratory System Infections23. Urogenital System Infections24. Digestive System Infections25. Circulatory and Lymphatic System Infections26. Nervous System InfectionsMicrobiology covers the scope and sequence requirements for a single-semester microbiology course for non-majors. The book presents the core concepts of microbiology with a focus on applications for careers in allied health. The pedagogical features of the text make the material interesting and accessible while maintaining the career-application focus and scientific rigor inherent in the subject matter. Microbiology's art program enhances students' understanding of concepts through clear and effective illustrations, diagrams, and photographs. Microbiology is produced through a collaborative publishing agreement between OpenStax and the American Society for Microbiology Press. The book aligns with the curriculum guidelines of the American Society for Microbiology
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