OER Discipline Resource Guide: Concordia University Library - 2nd edition

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Biology

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Cells: Molecules and Mechanisms	BIOL 382
Biology 2e
Biology for Majors I & Biology for Majors II
Cell Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Evolution and Ecology
Concepts of Biology - First Canadian Edition
Biology I & Biology II

Description and Access

Cells: Molecules and Mechanisms

The book is a comprehensive coverage of the topic of Cell Biology. It is designed to be used in both introductory and advanced cell biology courses. The text serves as a broad overview of many cellular concepts, with topics explained clearly that biology students would relate well to. May suit: BIOL 382 Comparative Animal Physiology

Biology 2e

Biology 2e is an OpenStax biology textbook with all of the concepts covered in two terms of first-year biology. It was written by biology professors from several American institutions and is faculty-reviewed. Includes: instructor resources, slides, simulations, applications, summaries, exercises, and solutions

Biology for Majors I & Biology for Majors II

These texts were created through Lumen Learning to provide an expansive overview of introductory biology for science students. The broad and specific approaches within these texts provides academic freedom for instructors and provides the necessary information for students. Includes: applications, instructor resources, exercises, assignments, and solutions

Cell Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Evolution and Ecology

This textbook has been successfully adopted. It should be noted that it was written in the context of Indian universities and has a dedicated section on Indian ecology; however, it is a high-quality resource that covers all of the necessary concepts. Includes: exercises

Concepts of Biology - First Canadian Edition

This textbook was designed as an introductory biology course for non-science students. It was written by professors of biology and it has been successfully adopted. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, simulations, summaries, exercises, and solutions

Biology I & Biology II

These texts were developed through Lumen Learning to provide a solid biological foundation for non-science students. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, and summaries

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Chemistry and Biochemistry

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Chemistry: Atoms First
Chemistry: OpenStax
Introductory Chemistry - First Canadian Edition
Chemistry: The Central Science (Map)
The Basics of General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

Description and Access

Chemistry: Atoms First

This OpenStax textbook was developed with chemistry professors and a pedagogical approach, with Chemistry OpenStax as the foundation. As the name suggests, this text uses an "atoms first" approach to the subject which involves the introduction of atomic and molecular structure at the beginning of the course material. This text has been successfully adopted. Includes: instructor resources, exercises, solutions, simulations, and summaries

Chemistry: OpenStax

This text was the precursor to the Atoms First book. This text covers the same concepts but through a different approach. This resource has been successfully adopted and adapted. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, and solutions

Introductory Chemistry - First Canadian Edition

This text is an adaptation of David W. Ball's Introductory Chemistry open textbook that was developed by a chemistry professor at Vancouver Island University as part of the B.C. Open Textbook Project. This text has been successfully adopted and includes over 20 additional sections. Includes: instructor resources, exercises, solutions, examples, and summaries

Chemistry: The Central Science (Map)

This LibreText resource follows the published Chemistry: The Central Science textbook by Brown et al. but is under a Creative Commons license. Includes: exercises, solutions, summaries, and simulations

The Basics of General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

This peer-reviewed open textbook was developed to suit a one-semester General, Organic and Biological Chemistry course. Includes: Test questions following examples, end-of-chapter exercises

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Health, Kinesiology & Applied Physiology

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Human Nutrition
Anatomy & Physiology: OpenStax
Fundamentals of Health and Physical Activity	In use for EXCI 251

Description and Access

Human Nutrition

This nutrition text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in nutrition, from carbohydrates to trace minerals. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

Anatomy & Physiology: OpenStax

This text was a collaboration among many anatomy and physiology professors and was developed using pedagogical practices. This textbook has been successfully adopted, adapted, and has an average 4.9/5 professor rating. Includes: instructor resources, case studies, student resources, simulations, exercises, solutions, and critical thinking questions

F undamentals of Health and Physical Activity

This open textbook was adopted for EXCI 251 Fundamentals of Health and Physical Activity at Concordia University. As an introductory textbook, it covers the basic and contemporary issues of health and physical activity.

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Mathematics & Statistics

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Differential Calculus for the Life Sciences	MATH 203
Calculus for the Life Sciences: A Modelling Approach Volume 1	MATH 203
Calculus	MATH 203, MATH 209
Contemporary Calculus	MATH 203, MATH 209, MAST 218, MATH 264
APEX Calculus	MATH 203, MATH 209, MAST 218, MATH 264
Calculus: OpenStax Volumes 1-3	MATH 203, MATH 209, MAST 218, MATH 264, MATH 265
Linear Algebra with Application: Lyryx	MATH 204, MAST 214, MATH 251, MATH 252
Linear Algebra	MATH 204, MAST 214, MATH 251, MATH 252
Introductory Statistics: Saylor	MATH 208, MAST 221, STAT 250
Community Calculus (Single, Multivariable)	MAST 218, MAST 219, MATH 264, MATH 265
Active Calculus Multivariable	MAST 218, MAST 219
Active Calculus Single Variable	MATH 264

Description and Access

Differential Calculus for the Life Sciences

This textbook was written by a math professor at the University of British Columbia and is currently used as a textbook for introductory calculus courses for life sciences undergraduates. Includes: exercises and solutions to selected problems May suit: MATH 203 Differential & Integral Calculus I

Calculus for the Life Sciences: A Modelling Approach Volume 1

This textbook was written by two professors at Iowa State University with the goal of introducing students to scientific modeling. This course aims to teach students the necessary skills and concepts from a traditional physical sciences course while explaining the applications of calculus to the life sciences. Includes: exercises, solutions to select problems, and MATLAB exercises May suit: MATH 203 Differential & Integral Calculus I

Calculus

Originally published through traditional means, this textbook is now available as an open educational resource. This text includes single and multivariable calculus and was written by a professor of mathematics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Includes: an instructor's manual, a student study guide with exercises and select solutions, and links to a calculus video series by the author May suit: MATH 203 Differential & Integral Calculus I, and MATH 209 Fundamental Mathematics II

Contemporary Calculus

This textbook was created as part of the Washington State Colleges' Open Course Library Project, which received funding through the Gates Foundation. This text has been used by thousands of students within Washington State and was developed by a professor at Bellevue College. Includes: exercises, solutions to odd-numbered problems, and other resources May suit: MATH 203 Differential & Integral Calculus I, MATH 209 Fundamental Mathematics II, MAST 218 Multivariable Calculus I, and MATH 264 Advanced Calculus I

APEX Calculus

This text, or portions of it, has been adopted at a considerable number of American institutions to teach calculus, according to their website. These institutions include the Virginia Military Institute, where the author is an associate professor of mathematics. Includes: interactive graphics, exercises, and solutions. May suit: MATH 203 Differential & Integral Calculus I, MATH 209 Fundamental Mathematics II, MAST 218 Multivariable Calculus I , and MATH 264 Advanced Calculus I

Calculus: OpenStax Volumes 1-3

Volume 1 concepts: functions, limits, derivatives, and integration Volume 2 concepts: integration, differential equations, sequences and series, and parametric equations and polar coordinates Volume 3 concepts: parametric equations and polar coordinates, vectors, functions of several variables, multiple integrations , and second-order differential equations Includes: Exercises and answers. Volume 1 has been faculty-reviewed, adopted, is accessible, and has ancillary resources. Volume 2 has been adopted, has ancillary resources, and is accessible. Volume 3 is accessible and has ancillary resources. Adopt and adapt these volumes at the links above on Volumes 1, 2, and 3, respectively May suit: MATH 203 Differential & Integral Calculus I MATH 209 Fundamental Mathematics II MAST 218 Multivariable Calculus I MATH 264 Advanced Calculus I , and MATH 265 Advanced Calculus II

Linear Algebra with Applications: Lyryx

The first version of this textbook was published in 1986 as a traditional textbook. The current version from 2018 was published as an open educational resource for a traditional or advanced introduction to the topics within linear algebra. Includes: instructor resources: solution manual to exercises and lecture slides May suit: MATH 204 Vectors and Matrices, MAST 214 Calculus and Linear Algebra, MATH 251 Linear Algebra I, MATH 252 Linear Algebra II

Linear Algebra

This textbook has been positively reviewed by four math professors from American universities and the Mathematical Association of America. Includes: exercises, solutions, a lab manual, and lecture slides, and includes applications of linear algebra May suit: MATH 204 Vectors and Matrices, MAST 214 Calculus and Linear Algebra, MATH 251 Linear Algebra I, and MATH 252 Linear Algebra II

Introductory Statistics: Saylor

This peer-reviewed resource introduces statistical concepts, including: descriptive statistics, basic concepts of probability, discrete random variables, continuous random variables, sampling distributions, estimation, testing hypotheses, two-sample problems, correlation and regression, and chi-square and f-tests. Includes: exercises, and answers May suit: MATH 208 Fundamental Mathematics I, MAST 221 Applied Probability, and STAT 250 Statistics

Community Calculus (Single, Multivariable)

This online compilation of four calculus textbooks is frequently updated and has been used in courses. It has been positively reviewed by the Mathematical Association of America. It also covers early and late transcendentals. Includes: exercises, solutions, and WeBWorK problem sets May suit: MAST 218 Multivariable Calculus I, MAST 219 Multivariable Calculus II, MATH 264 Advanced Calculus I, and MATH 265 Advanced Calculus II

Active Calculus Multivariable

This textbook is meant to complement the Single Variable edition of Active Calculus. Includes: exercises, and solutions May suit: MAST 218 Multivariable Calculus I, and MAST 219 Multivariable Calculus II

Active Calculus Single Variable

This textbook was written by math professors from an American university. Includes: interactive exercises and solutions, a lab manual, and other instructor resources May suit: MATH 264 Advanced Calculus I

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Physics

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
University Physics Volumes 1-3
Physics
Body Physics: Motion to Metabolism
Astronomy: OpenStax

Description and Access

Physics

University Physics Volumes 1-3

Volume 1 concepts: mechanics, waves and acoustics Volume 2 concepts: thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism Volume 3 concepts: optics, modern physics University Physics: OpenStax has been successfully adopted, was developed by professors of physics from American institutions and emphasizes the connection between application and theory. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, examples, exercises, solutions, summaries, and simulations

Physics

This Lumen Learning covers all of the concepts of first-year physics with a balance of application and theory. Includes: problem-solving guides, examples, videos, applications, problems, selected solutions, and summaries

Biophysics

Body Physics: Motion to Metabolism

This text covers introductory biophysics concepts, including body forces, body heat, and body composition measurement. Includes: summaries, exercises, solutions, applications, and examples

Astronomy

Astronomy: OpenStax

This astronomy text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in astronomy, from astronomical instruments to the evolution of galaxies. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities

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Psychology

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Discover Psychology 2.0 - A Brief Introductory Text	PSYC 200
Introduction to Psychology	PSYC 200
Boundless Psychology	PSYC 200, PSYC 221, PSYC 223, PSYC 255, PSYC 325
Psychology	PSYC 200, PSYC 325, PSYC 351
Introduction to Psychology & Neuroscience	PSYC 200, PSYC 355, PSYC 458
Abnormal Psychology	PSYC 240, PSYC 440, PSYC 441, PSYC 442
Theories and Biological Basis of Substance Misuse, Part 1	PSYC 250, PSYC 450
Research Methods in Psychology, 2nd Canadian Edition	PSYC 310, PSYC 315
Answering Questions with Data: Introductory Statistics for Psychology Students	PSYC 315
Introduction to Applied Statistics for Psychology Students	PSYC 316
The Balance of Personality	PSYC 321, PSYC 427
Principles of Social Psychology, 1st International Edition	PSYC 325
Together: The Science of Social Psychology	PSYC 325
Mind, Body, World - Foundations of Cognitive Science	PSYC 466, PSYC 468
Psychology, Communication, and the Canadian Workplace	PSYC 374

Description and Access

Discover Psychology 2.0 - A Brief Introductory Text

This textbook presents core concepts common to introductory courses. The text covers the traditional areas of intro-to-psychology, ranging from biological aspects of psychology to psychological disorders to social psychology. Includes: external resources, summaries, discussion questions May suit: PSYC 200 Introductory Psychology

Introduction to Psychology

This first Canadian edition textbook is designed to help students organize their thinking about psychology at a conceptual level. The focus on behaviour and empiricism has produced a text that is better organized, has fewer chapters, and is somewhat shorter than many contemporary books. Includes: instructor and student resources, summaries, case studies, exercises, critical thinking problems May suit: PSYC 200 Introductory Psychology

Psychology

The OpenStax textbook offers a comprehensive treatment of core concepts grounded in classic studies and current and emerging research. It incorporates discussions that reflect the diversity within the discipline and the diversity of cultures and communities across the globe. The text also includes coverage of the DSM-5 in examinations of psychological disorders. Includes: instructor and student resources, animations and simulations, critical thinking and reflection exercises May suit: PSYC 200 Introductory Psychology, PSYC 325 Fundamentals of Social Psychology, PSYC 351 Fundamentals of Learning

Introduction to Psychology & Neuroscience

This introductory psychology textbook, in its second edition, heavily focuses on neuroscience. The foundation of this book is built upon Psychology 2e from OpenStax. Some Canadian content has been incorporated. Includes: videos, key terms, links to learning, exercises, review questions May suit: PSYC 200 Introductory Psychology, PSYC 355 Fundamentals of Behavioural Neurobiology, PSYC 458 Behavioural Neuroscience Advanced Issues

Boundless Psychology

This introductory textbook covers the intriguing subject of Psychology. To develop the book, subject matter experts have selected the most relevant open educational resources available on the web and reviewed the content for quality to meet the study needs of university students. Includes: key takeaways May suit: PSYC 200 Introductory Psychology, PSYC 221 Foundations of Personality, PSYC 223 Motivation and Emotion in Daily Life, PSYC 255 Brain and Behaviour, PSYC 325 Fundamentals of Social Psychology, PSYC 333 Fundamentals of Lifespan Development

Abnormal Psychology

This comprehensive text has been created from a combination of original content and materials compiled and adapted from existing open educational resources. Includes: summaries, self-tests May suit: PSYC 240 Foundations of Psychopathology, PSYC 440 Psychopathology: Mood, Anxiety, and Personality Disorders, PSYC 441 Psychopathology: Schizophrenia and Neurocognitive Disorders, PSYC 442 Psychopathology: Behaviour Regulation Disorders

Theories and Biological Basis of Substance Misuse, Part 1

This book applies a biopsychosocial lens to identify, understand, and address problems related to substance use, substance misuse, and substance use disorders. Includes: key terms, summaries May suit: PSYC 250 Drugs and Behaviour, PSYC 450 Neurobiology of Drug Abuse and Addiction

Research Methods in Psychology, 2nd Canadian Edition

This textbook introduces students to the fundamental principles of what it is like to think like a psychology researcher. It also aims to show audiences the impactful research being generated in Canada as well as provide them with an accurate picture of the Canadian context for human ethical research. Includes: key takeaways, glossary, exercises May suit: PSYC 310 Research Methods and Designs, PSYC 315 Statistical Analysis I

Answering Questions with Data: Introductory Statistics for Psychology Students

This is an introductory statistics textbook for Psychology. It is part of a larger OER course package for teaching undergraduate statistics in Psychology, including this textbook, a lab manual, and a course website. All of the resources are free and reusable. Includes: videos May suit: PSYC 315 Statistical Analysis I

Introduction to Applied Statistics for Psychology Students

This textbook is relevant for students studying Psychology at the undergraduate level. It has been updated to include chapters on using the application RStudio, as an alternative to SPSS. May suit: PSYC 316 Statistical Analysis II

The Balance of Personality

Developed as an upper-level undergraduate resource, this textbook focuses on the diversity and complexity of personality. It also explores how personality is a carefully created balance of traits and behaviours. Includes: vocabulary, videos, practice quizzes May suit: PSYC 321 Fundamentals of Personality, PSYC 427 Current Issues in Personality

Principles of Social Psychology, 1st International Edition

This textbook introduces students to social psychology's basic concepts and principles from an interactionist perspective. Classic studies and theories are presented with insights from cutting-edge, contemporary research. An emphasis on real-world examples and applications is intended to guide students to critically analyze their situations and social interactions to use their knowledge effectively. Includes: key takeaways, glossary, critical thinking exercises May suit: PSYC 325 Fundamentals of Social Psychology

Together: The Science of Social Psychology

This textbook presents core concepts common to introductory social psychology courses. It covers key social psychology topics such as research methods, group processes, social influence, and relationships. Includes: external resources, vocabulary, discussion questions May suit: PSYC 325 Fundamentals of Social Psychology

Mind, Body, World: Foundations of Cognitive Science

This textbook emphasizes the key ideas that serve as the foundations for each school of thought in cognitive science. An attempt is made to consider whether differences among these key ideas can be used to inform conceptions of cognitive architecture. May suit: PSYC 466 Cognitive Development, PSYC 468 Cognitive Science Advanced Issues

Psychology, Communication, and the Canadian Workplace

This book explores key topics related to professional communication using a psychological lens. Students will have the opportunity to examine how communication and workplace behaviours are influenced by individual differences in emotion, motivation, learning, memory, decision-making behaviour, and personality as they relate to communication and interpersonal relationships in the Canadian workplace. Includes: key terms, key takeaways, knowledge check May suit: PSYC 374 Organizational Psychology

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Applied Human Sciences

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses*
Sociology: Understanding and Changing the Social World
The Evolution of Aging 3rd Edition
Addiction: Drugs, Brains, and Behavior - The Science of Addiction
Scientific Inquiry in Social Work
Principles of Social Psychology
A Quick Guide to Quantitative Research in the Social Sciences

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Description and Access

Aging

Sociology: Understanding and Changing the Social World

This sociology text has been positively reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in sociology, from government and politics to health, medicine, and society. Includes: index, glossary, and exercises

The Evolution of Aging 3rd Edition

This aging text has been positively reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in human aging, from evolution to anti-aging research. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

Addiction

Addiction: Drugs, Brains, and Behavior - The Science of Addiction

This addiction text has been editor-reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in addiction, from drug misuse to treatment and recovery. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

Social Work

Scientific Inquiry in Social Work

This social work text has been positively reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in scientific inquiry with a social work perspective, from ethics to sampling. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, summaries, and real-world applications

Principles of Social Psychology

This social work text has been positively reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in social psychology. Includes: index, glossary, and exercises

Research Methods

A Quick Guide to Quantitative Research in the Social Sciences

This textbook serves as an easy-to-use guide for anyone who needs some quick and simple advice on quantitative aspects of research in social sciences, covering subjects such as education, sociology, business, and nursing.

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Economics

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Macroeconomics 1-2	ECON 200, ECON 203
Microeconomics 1-2	ECON 201, ECON 301
Economics (Openstax)	ECON 200, ECON 201, ECON 203, ECON 301, ECON 302, ECON 303, ECON 304, ECON 311, ECON 337, ECON 442
CORE: The Economy	ECON 200, ECON 201, ECON 203, ECON 251, ECON 252, ECON 301, ECON 302, ECON 303, ECON 304, ECON 311, ECON 318, ECON 319, ECON 361, ECON 381, ECON 391, ECON 409, ECON 410, ECON 413, ECON 414, ECON 432, ECON 437, ECON 442, ECON 450, ECON 361, ECON 481, ECON 483, ECON 491, ECON 497
Principles of Macroeconomic Literacy	ECON 200, ECON 203
Introductory Business Statistics (Openstax)	ECON 221, ECON 222
Applied Calculus (Openstax)	ECON 325, ECON 425

Description and Access

Macroeconomics

Macroeconomics Volume 1 and Volume 2

Volume 1 concepts: principles of macroeconomics Volume 2 concepts: theories, models and policy University macroeconomics: Lyryx has been successfully adopted, was developed by professors of economics from American institutions and emphasizes the connection between application and theory. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, examples, exercises, solutions, summaries, and simulations May suit: ECON 200, ECON 203

Microeconomics

Microeconomics 1-2

Volume 1 concepts: principles of microeconomics Volume 2 concepts: markets, methods, and models University microeconomics: Lyryx has been successfully adopted, was developed by professors of physics from American institutions and emphasizes the connection between application and theory. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, examples, exercises, solutions, summaries, and simulations May suit: ECON 201, ECON 301

Economics

Economics (Openstax)

This economics text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in economics, from elasticity to inflation. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities May suit: ECON 200, ECON 201, ECON 203, ECON 301, ECON 302, ECON 303, ECON 304, ECON 311, ECON 337, ECON 442

CORE: The Economy

This open textbook (available in English and in French) functions as a standard introduction-to-economics text Includes: student resources, open textbook May suit: ECON 200, ECON 201, ECON 203, ECON 251, ECON 252, ECON 301, ECON 302, ECON 303, ECON 304, ECON 311, ECON 318, ECON 319, ECON 361, ECON 381, ECON 391, ECON 409, ECON 410, ECON 413, ECON 414, ECON 432, ECON 437, ECON 442, ECON 450, ECON 361, ECON 481, ECON 483, ECON 491, ECON 497

Principles of Macroeconomic Literacy

Principles of Macroeconomic Literacy emphasizes basic economic concepts such as value and cost in developing macroeconomic ideas. Students learn concepts involving credit markets, economic planning, and money through short fictional stories in which characters interact in an attempt to make themselves better off. Where many texts put the student in the position of an imagined macroeconomic policy dictator, Principles of Macroeconomic Literacy attempts to make macroeconomics comprehensible to students who live everyday. Includes: student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, and solutions May suit: ECON 200, ECON 203

Business Stats

Introductory Business Statistics (Openstax)

This statistics text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in business statistics, from probability to confidence intervals. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities May suit: ECON 221, ECON 222

Econ Calc

Applied Calculus (Openstax)

This Lumen Learning covers all of the concepts of first-year calculus with a balance of application and theory. Includes: problem-solving guides, examples, videos, applications, problems, selected solutions, and summaries May suit: ECON 325, ECON 425

Geography, Planning & Environment

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Environmental Science: A Canadian Perspective
Environmental Biology
Sustainability: A Comprehensive Foundation
Physical Geology
Earth Science
Geosciences LibreTexts Library
Introduction to Human Geography
World Regional Geography: People, Places and Globalization
Geographic Information System Basics
Nature of Geographic Information

Description and Access

Environmental Science

Environmental Science: A Canadian Perspective

This environmental science text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in environmental science, from ecosystems to sustainable development. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

Environmental Biology

This world environmental biology text covers salient issues in the environment using a biological perspective. It covers introductory concepts in environmental biology, from climate change to ozone depletion. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

Sustainability: A Comprehensive Foundation

This text has been positively-reviewed and is intended for both a broad-based introductory class on sustainability and as a supplement to specialist courses with a dimension on sustainability in their areas of study. As sustainability is a multidisciplinary area of study, the text is the product of multiple authors drawn from the diverse faculty of the University of Illinois: each chapter is written by a recognized expert in the field.

Physical Geography

Physical Geology

This textbook was written by an earth sciences professor at Thompson Rivers University in British Columbia, Canada. This was done in collaboration with academics from various post-secondary institutions across BC and the rest of Canada. It has been successfully adopted. Includes: applications, chapter summaries, exercises, and solutions

Earth Science

This text includes introductions to concepts from level I earth science courses, from geology to water systems. It was developed through Lumen Learning and a professor of Geology and Earth Sciences from Santa Ana College. Includes: exercises and summaries

Geosciences LibreTexts Library

A collection of open textbooks, assignments, and other educational resources on the subject of geosciences. Includes: lab experiments, case studies, interactive applications and worksheets

Human Geography

Introduction to Human Geography

This physical geography text has been positively-reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in human geography, from migration to agriculture. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

World Regional Geography: People, Places and Globalization

This world geography text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in geography, from North American geography to African geography. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

Geographic Information Systems

Geographic Information System Basics

This geographic information systems text has been positively-reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in GIS, from augmented maps to vector files. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

Nature of Geographic Information

This world GIS text has been positively-reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in GIS, from data and information geography to integrating geographic data. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

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Political Science

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
American Government: OpenStax	POLI 202, POLI 307, POLI 310, POLI 329, POLI 401
Democracy in Brief	POLI 202, POLI 203, POLI 206, POLI 217, POLI 307, POLI 310, POLI 328, POLI 401
Democratization through the looking glass	POLI 202, POLI 203, POLI 205, POLI 206, POLI 216, POLI 217,POLI 285, POLI 305, POLI 306, POLI 307, POLI 309, POLI 310, POLI 319, POLI 345, POLI 366, POLI 379, POLI 392, POLI 411, POLI 412
Realism in Practice	POLI 202, POLI 205, POLI 206, POLI 208, POLI 209, POLI 219, POLI 301, POLI 302, POLI 303, POLI 304, POLI 318, POLI 329, POLI 332, POLI 345, POLI 386 POLI 388, POLI 390, POLI 392, POLI 394, POLI 395, POLI 403, POLI 404, POLI 421, POLI 423, POLI 424, POLI 433
Nationalism, Self-determination and Secession	POLI 203, POLI 205, POLI 206, POLI 207, POLI 208, POLI 214, POLI 216, POLI 217, POLI 219, POLI 285, POLI 301, POLI 311, POLI 315, POLI 328, POLI 332, POLI 345, POLI 361, POLI 371, POLI 373, POLI 384, POLI 386, POLI 388, POLI 390, POLI 411, POLI 412, POLI 425, POLI 485
Critical Epistemologies of Global Politics	POLI 205, POLI 209, POLI 301, POLI 304, POLI 305, POLI 308, POLI 311, POLI 315, POLI 327, POLI 328, POLI 329, POLI 332, POLI 336, POLI 388, POLI 391, POLI 421
Environment, Climate Change and International Relations	POLI 205, POLI 208, POLI 315, POLI 420, POLI 421
The R2P: Challenges and Opportunities in Light of the Libyan Intervention	POLI 205, POLI 214, POLI 216, POLI 301, POLI 302, POLI 304, POLI 311, POLI 318, POLI 327, POLI 328, POLI 366, POLI 368, POLI 388, POLI 391, POLI 396, POLI 421, POLI 423
Contemporary Issues in Human Rights Law	POLI 208, POLI 214, POLI 303, POLI 305, POLI 311, POLI 319, POLI 320, POLI 335, POLI 361, POLI 388, POLI 404, POLI 410, POLI 411, POLI 417, POLI 421, POLI 423, POLI 424, POLI 431
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights in the 21st Century: A Living Document in a Changing World	POLI 208, POLI 214, POLI 216, POLI 219, POLI 301, POLI 311, POLI 315, POLI 323, POLI 327, POLI 328, POLI 361, POLI 366, POLI 379, POLI 386, POLI 388, POLI 391, POLI 395, POLI 404, POLI 408, POLI 411, POLI 417, POLI 421, POLI 423, POLI 424, POLI 434, POLI 436, POLI 483, POLI 484, POLI 485

Critical Perspectives on Migration in the Twenty-First Century	POLI 209, POLI 214, POLI 308, POLI 311, POLI 328, POLI 353, POLI 361, POLI 391, POLI 403, POLI 410
International Relations Theory	POLI 209, POLI 302, POLI 310, POLI 340, POLI 361, POLI 368, POLI 414, POLI 436
Popular Culture and World Politics: Theories, Methods, Pedagogies	POLI 209, POLI 302, POLI 310, POLI 340, POLI 361, POLI 368, POLI 414, POLI 436
Global Women's Issues: Women in the World Today	POLI 214, POLI 301, POLI 309, POLI 310, POLI 328, POLI 361, POLI 379, POLI 386, POLI 388, POLI 407, POLI 408, POLI 411, POLI 434
Migration and the Ukraine Crisis: A Two-Country Perspective	POLI 214, POLI 302, POLI 310, POLI 311, POLI 318, POLI 323, POLI 329, POLI 388, POLI 421, POLI 423
The Arab Spring of Discontent	POLI 214, POLI 301, POLI 302, POLI 327, POLI 368, POLI 388, POLI 391, POLI 395, POLI 421, POLI 424, POLI 485
Keys to Understanding the Middle East	POLI 302, POLI 329, POLI 366, POLI 389, POLI 391, POLI 396, POLI 421, POLI 423, POLI 436

Description and Access

American Government

American Government: OpenStax

This OpenStax government text has been positively reviewed and successfully adopted by faculty at various universities. It covers introductory concepts in the American government, from civil liberties to domestic policy. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 202, POLI 307, POLI 310, POLI 329, POLI 401

Democracy in Brief

This democracy text covers introductory concepts in democracy, from rights change to political parties. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 202, POLI 203, POLI 206, POLI 217, POLI 307, POLI 310, POLI 328, POLI 401

Theory

Democratization through the looking glass

This political science text has been positively reviewed and peer-edited. It covers concepts in democratization, from economics to law. It also takes a multidisciplinary approach to analyzing and understanding political science which adds to better understanding versus a narrow political science lens. Furthermore, this text considers democratization across various disciplines from anthropology and economics to sociology, law and area studies, this volume offers a rich combination of analytical frameworks, distinctive insights and leading points of concern. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 202, POLI 203, POLI 205, POLI 206, POLI 216, POLI 217,POLI 285, POLI 305, POLI 306, POLI 307, POLI 309, POLI 310, POLI 319, POLI 345, POLI 366, POLI 379, POLI 392, POLI 411, POLI 412

Realism in Practice

This Political Science textbook covers issues in realism using a practical approach. It covers concepts of authenticity, from the refugee crisis to peaceful change. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 202, POLI 205, POLI 206, POLI 208, POLI 209, POLI 219, POLI 301, POLI 302, POLI 303, POLI 304, POLI 318, POLI 329, POLI 332, POLI 345, POLI 386, POLI 388, POLI 390, POLI 392, POLI 394, POLI 395, POLI 403, POLI 404, POLI 421, POLI 423, POLI 424, POLI 433

International Relations Theory

This libre text on international relations theory text covers introductory concepts in political science. It covers concepts in political science, from constructivism to postcolonialism. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May suit: POLI 203, POLI 205, POLI 206, POLI 207, POLI 208, POLI 214, POLI 216, POLI 217, POLI 219, POLI 285, POLI 301, POLI 311, POLI 315, POLI 328, POLI 332, POLI 345, POLI 361, POLI 371, POLI 373, POLI 384, POLI 386, POLI 388, POLI 390, POLI 411, POLI 412, POLI 425, POLI 485

Nationalism, Self-determination and Secession

This text on nationalism covers salient issues in nation-building using themes of nationalism, self-determination, and secession to tie nation-building in with world politics. It covers introductory concepts in politics, from statehood to national self-determination. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May suit: POLI 203, POLI 205, POLI 206, POLI 207, POLI 208, POLI 214, POLI 216, POLI 217, POLI 219, POLI 285, POLI 301, POLI 311, POLI 315, POLI 328, POLI 332, POLI 345, POLI 361, POLI 371, POLI 373, POLI 384, POLI 386, POLI 388, POLI 390, POLI 411, POLI 412, POLI 425, POLI 485

Global Political Issues

Critical Epistemologies of Global Politics

This politics text has been positively reviewed and successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in epistemologies of global politics, from decolonial feminism to ontological violence. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May suit: POLI 205, POLI 209, POLI 301, POLI 304, POLI 305, POLI 308, POLI 311, POLI 315, POLI 327, POLI 328, POLI 329, POLI 332, POLI 336, POLI 388, POLI 391, POLI 421

Environment, Climate Change and International Relations

This world international relations text covers introductory concepts in climate politics, from fossil fuel divestment to global climate finance. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 205, POLI 208, POLI 315, POLI 420, POLI 421

The R2P: Challenges and Opportunities in Light of the Libyan Intervention

This text covers the Libyan intervention, from the revolution to peacemaking. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 205, POLI 214, POLI 216, POLI 301, POLI 302, POLI 304, POLI 311, POLI 318, POLI 327, POLI 328, POLI 366, POLI 368, POLI 388, POLI 391, POLI 396, POLI 421, POLI 423

Rights

Contemporary Issues in Human Rights Law

This human rights text has been positively reviewed. It covers concepts in rights, from mechanisms to protect human rights to china's development banks in Asia. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 208, POLI 214, POLI 303, POLI 305, POLI 311, POLI 319, POLI 320, POLI 335, POLI 361, POLI 388, POLI 404, POLI 410, POLI 411, POLI 417, POLI 421, POLI 423, POLI 424, POLI 431

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights in the 21st Century: A Living Document in a Changing World

This rights text has been positively reviewed. It covers concepts in the UDHR, from the conception of the UDHR to the implementation of human rights. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 208, POLI 214, POLI 216, POLI 219, POLI 301, POLI 311, POLI 315, POLI 323, POLI 327, POLI 328, POLI 361, POLI 366, POLI 379, POLI 386, POLI 388, POLI 391, POLI 395, POLI 404, POLI 408, POLI 411, POLI 417, POLI 421, POLI 423, POLI 424, POLI 434, POLI 436, POLI 483, POLI 484, POLI 485

Critical Perspectives on Migration in the Twenty-First Century

This migration text has been positively reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers concepts in 21st-century migration, from human rights to the 2015 migrant crisis. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 209, POLI 214, POLI 308, POLI 311, POLI 328, POLI 353, POLI 361, POLI 391, POLI 403, POLI 410

Popular Culture and World Politics: Theories, Methods, Pedagogies

This political science text covers salient issues in popular culture and world politics. It covers concepts in popular culture, from comics to video games. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May suit: POLI 209, POLI 302, POLI 310, POLI 340, POLI 361, POLI 368, POLI 414, POLI 436

Global Women's Issues: Women in the World Today

This global politics text has been positively reviewed and successfully adopted by faculty at various universities. It covers concepts in women's political issues, from women and education to the rights of children. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 214, POLI 301, POLI 309, POLI 310, POLI 328, POLI 361, POLI 379, POLI 386, POLI 388, POLI 407, POLI 408, POLI 411, POLI 434

Migration and the Ukraine Crisis: A Two-Country Perspective

This migration text has been positively reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It focuses on the 2014 Ukraine crisis and the ongoing war for Crimea, covering introductory concepts in migration studies, from geopolitical fault lines to labour migration. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 214, POLI 302, POLI 310, POLI 311, POLI 318, POLI 323, POLI 329, POLI 388, POLI 421, POLI 423

Middle-Eastern Politics

The Arab Spring of Discontent

This Middle-Eastern political text has been positively reviewed. It covers concepts in the Arab Spring, from tensions in Tunisia to the fall of the Egyptian regime. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 214, POLI 301, POLI 302, POLI 327, POLI 368, POLI 388, POLI 391, POLI 395, POLI 421, POLI 424, POLI 485

Keys to Understanding the Middle East

This Middle-Eastern political text has been positively reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in Middle-Eastern politics, from religious identity to stateless nations. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries May Suit: POLI 302, POLI 329, POLI 366, POLI 389, POLI 391, POLI 396, POLI 421, POLI 423, POLI 436

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Religions & Cultures

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Philosophy of Western Religions
Studying the Bible: The Tanakh and Early Christian Writings

Description and Access

Philosophy of Western Religions

This is designed for an introductory-level philosophy of religion class. It includes contemporary arguments about the nature and existence of God and religions.

Studying the Bible: The Tanakh and Early Christian Writings

An introduction to the study of the Bible, its literary forms, and historical and cultural contexts. This textbook examines the Hebrew Bible (also known as the Tanakh) and the early Christian writings of the New Testament. Includes: discussion questions

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Sociology & Anthropology

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Introduction to Sociology - 2nd Canadian Edition	SOCI 203
Introduction to Sociology - 3e	SOCI 203
Introductory Statistics	SOCI 212
Principles of Sociological Inquiry: Qualitative and Quantitative Methods	SOCI 310, SOCI 410, SOCI 415
Together: The Science of Social Psychology	SOCI 203, SOCI 212, SOCI 213, SOCI 230/ANTH 230, SOCI 250, SOCI 262, SOCI 263, SOCI 275, SOCI 276/ANTH 276, SOCI 321, SOCI 325, SOCI 331, SOCI 341, SOCI 378
Introduction to Human Osteology
Organizational Behaviour
Beyond Race: Cultural Influences on Human Social Life
Cultural Anthropology (American Anthropological Association)
The Art of Being Human: A Textbook for Cultural Anthropology
Biological Anthropology (Libre Texts)
Physical Anthropology

Description and Access

Sociology

Introduction to Sociology - 2nd Canadian Edition

This sociology text has been positively reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in sociology, from sociological research to government and politics. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, summaries, and real-world applications May suit: SOCI 203 Introduction to Society

Introduction to Sociology - 3e

Introduction to Sociology - 3e aligns with the topics and objectives of many introductory sociology courses. The text includes comprehensive coverage of core concepts, discussions and data relevant to a diverse audience and features that draw learners into the discipline in powerful and personal ways. May suit: SOCI 203 Introduction to Society

Introductory Statistics

Introductory Statistics follows the scope and sequence of a one-semester introduction to statistics course and is geared toward students majoring in fields other than math or engineering. The text includes innovations in art, terminology, and practical applications, all to increase relevance and accessibility for students. May suit: SOCI 212 Statistics I

Principles of Sociological Inquiry: Qualitative and Quantitative Methods

This sociology text has been positively reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in sociological methods. Includes: index, glossary, and exercises May suit: SOCI 310 Research Methods, SOCI 410 Research Design and Analysis, SOCI 415 Field Research

Together: The Science of Social Psychology

This sociology text has been positively reviewed by peers. It covers introductory concepts in sociology, from the science of social psychology to organizational behaviour. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, summaries, and real-world applications.

Organizational Behaviour

This lumen learning course on organizational behaviour is a great introductory resource. It covers concepts in organizational behaviour, from demographic and cultural diversity to power and politics. Includes: videos, student resources, summaries, and diagrams

Beyond Race: Cultural Influences on Human Social Life

This sociology text has been positively-reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in cultural sociology, from culture and meaning to cultural identity. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, summaries, and real-world applications

Cultural Anthropology

Cultural Anthropology (American Anthropological Association)

This Anthropology textbook has been positively reviewed by peers. It covers introductory concepts in Cultural Anthropology, from the development of Anthropological Ideas to the evolution of Health and Medicine. Includes: section questions and glossary of terms

The Art of Being Human: A Textbook for Cultural Anthropology

This Anthropology textbook has been positively reviewed by peers. It covers introductory concepts in cultural anthropology, from fieldwork to the evolution of the art of being human. Includes: challenges to apply anthropological concepts to everyday life for expanded learning

Biological Anthropology

Biological Anthropology (Libre Texts)

This text covers introductory biological anthropology concepts, including evolution theory, non-human primates, and human evolution. Includes: examples

Physical Anthropology

This anthropology text covers introductory concepts in physical anthropology, from anthropology and culture, social institutions, globalization, modernization and development. Includes: diagrams

Introduction to Human Osteology

This anthropology text has been positively-reviewed. This text covers introductory human osteology concepts. Includes: diagrams and glossary

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Business Core Courses (COMM)

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Business Communication for Success	COMM 205
Business Communication Skills for Managers	COMM 205
Communication for Business Professionals	COMM 205
Principles of Management	COMM 205, COMM 210, COMM 222, COMM 226, COMM 320
Management Communication	COMM 205
Writing for Strategic Communication Industries	COMM 205
Introduction to Business	COMM 210, COMM 220, COMM 222, COMM 223, COMM 225, COMM 320
Introductory Business Statistics	COMM 215
Introductory Business Statistics	COMM 215
Accounting Principles: A Business Perspective	COMM 217
Introduction to Financial Accounting	COMM 217
Principles of Accounting - Volume 1 Financial Accounting	COMM 217
Fundamentals of Business: Canadian Edition	COMM 220, COMM 225, COMM 315, COMM 320
Organizational Behaviour	COMM 222
Organizational Behaviour	COMM 222
Boundless Marketing	COMM 223
Core Concepts of Marketing	COMM 223
Introducing Marketing	COMM 223
Managerial Accounting	COMM 305
Principles of Accounting - Volume 2 Managerial Accounting	COMM 305
Business Ethics	COMM 315
Business Law 1	COMM 315
Good Corporation, Bad Corporation: Corporate Social Responsibility in the Global Economy	COMM 315
Entrepreneurship	COMM 320
Introduction to Entrepreneur	COMM 320
Entrepreneurship and Innovation Toolkit	COMM 320
Mastering Strategic Management – 1st Canadian Edition	COMM 401

Description and Access

Business Communication for Success

Adopted by many universities, this textbook provides a comprehensive and integrated approach to the study and application of written and oral business communication. Includes: introductory exercises and in-chapter exercises May suit: COMM 205 Business Communication

Business Communication Skills for Managers

The text introduces important elements of successful communication, providing examples of effective communication and providing students with opportunities to practice the same. The text covers the essentials of communication including professional writing, visual aids, presentations, speeches, phone, online communication, and both getting hired and finding new hires. Includes: videos, and end-of-chapter questions May suit: COMM 205 Business Communication

Communication for Business Professionals

This is an adaptation of Business Communication for Success (2013). It significantly reduced the size and scope of the original publication and added Canadian examples. Includes: PowerPoint slides, essay questions, test bank May suit: COMM 205 Business Communication

Principles of Management

This OpenStax textbook takes a traditional approach to management, which is the leading, planning, organizing, and controlling approach. It covers many management areas such as human resource management and strategic management, as well as behavioural areas such as motivation. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, PowerPoint slides, test bank, exercises, and questions May suit: COMM 205 Business Communication, COMM 210 Contemporary Business Thinking, COMM 222 Organizational Behaviour and Theory, COMM 226 Business Technology Management, COMM 320 Entrepreneurship

Management Communication

This textbook covers many skill areas of communication that allow us to manage communication in our professional life including writing, planning, organizing, building, researching, formatting, revising, managing, persuading, showing, presenting, branding, and working. The Chapters are organized in a manner that allows you to quickly identify the subcategories that match your objectives and outcomes. Includes: audience-centric questions, student resources, and videos May suit: COMM 205 Business Communication

Writing for Strategic Communication Industries

This textbook emphasizes the practical application of academic inquiry to help readers improve their writing skills. This book has straightforward chapters that use real-world examples to illustrate key points. It discusses different writing styles and techniques and provides examples of communication materials such as press releases, creative briefs, feature articles, and more. It includes embedded videos of insights from communication professionals, tips on pitching to the media, and a collection of popular sources for further explanation. Includes: student Resources, and video May suit: COMM 205 Business Communication.

Introduction to Business

This OpenStax textbook was developed by a number of business professors from various American institutions. It covers the contents of a traditional introductory business course. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, ethics activities, exercises, case studies, summaries May suit: COMM 210 Contemporary Business Thinking, COMM 220 Analysis of Markets, COMM 222 Organizational Behaviour and Theory, COMM 223 Marketing Management I, COMM 225 Productions/Operations Management, COMM 320 Entrepreneurship

Introductory Business Statistics

This OpenStax textbook has been positively reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in business statistics, from probability to confidence intervals. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities May suit: COMM 215 Business Statistics

Introductory Business Statistics

This textbook has been positively reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. In addition to covering basics such as populations, samples, the difference between data and information, sampling distributions, descriptive statistics and frequency distributions, normal and t-distributions, hypothesis testing, t-tests, f-tests, analysis of variance, non-parametric tests, and regression basics, etc. Includes: interactive Spreadsheets, chapter summary May suit: COMM 215 Business Statistics

Accounting Principles: A Business Perspective

A Business Perspective uses annual reports of real companies to illustrate many of the accounting concepts in use in business today. Gaining an understanding of accounting terminology and concepts, however, is not enough to ensure your success. You also need to be able to find information on the Internet, analyze various business situations, work effectively as a member of a team, and communicate your ideas clearly. Includes: glossary of terms, and case studies May suit: COMM 217 Financial Accounting

Introduction to Financial Accounting

This text was written by a professor of accounting at Athabasca University and it is based on international accounting standards. This text has been successfully adopted and has been faculty reviewed. Includes: instructor resources, case studies, student resources, practice problems, and solutions manual May suit: COMM 217 Financial Accounting

Principles of Financial Accounting

This textbook was developed by a professor of accounting at the University of North Georgia to better meet the needs of her students. This text has been successfully adopted and peer-reviewed by other accounting faculty. Includes: exercises, and professional development resources May suit: COMM 217 Financial Accounting

Principles of Accounting - Volume 1 Financial Accounting

This OpenStax textbook exposes students to the core concepts of accounting in familiar ways to build a strong foundation that can be applied across business fields. Volume 1 focuses on financial accounting. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, PowerPoint slides, applications, exercises, and solutions May suit: COMM 217 Financial Accounting

Fundamentals of Business: Canadian Edition

This textbook was developed by business faculty from Ontario Colleges and from eCampusOntario program managers. It incorporates introductory business topics, from ethics to marketing to entrepreneurship, in a Canadian context. It has received positive faculty reviews. Includes: embedded quizzes with solutions, student resources, examples, summaries, and applications May suit: COMM 220 Analysis of Markets, COMM 225 Productions/Operations Management, COMM 315 Business Law and Ethics, COMM 320 Entrepreneurship

Organizational Behaviour

Published through the University of Minnesota, this text has been successfully adopted and has received positive reviews from other faculty. This text is meant to provide students with the necessary critical thinking skills, vocabulary, and framework to effectively navigate situations that may arise. This version is an adaptation of a former resource provided by a publisher. It includes an "Organizational Behaviour ToolBox" which incorporates an experiential component of understanding the concepts. Includes: exercises, summaries, references, and organizational behavior toolbox May suit: COMM 222 Organizational Behaviour and Theory

Organizational Behavior

This OpenStax textbook aligns with introductory courses in Organizational Behavior. The text presents the theory, concepts, and applications with particular emphasis on the impact that individuals and groups can have on organizational performance and culture. An array of recurring features engages students in entrepreneurial thinking, managing change, using tools/technology, and responsible management. Includes: instructor resources, Student resources, Videos, and end-of-chapter exercises May suit: COMM 222 Organizational Behaviour and Theory

Boundless Marketing

The Boundless Marketing textbook is a university-level, introductory textbook that covers the exciting subject of Marketing. Boundless works with subject matter experts to select the best open educational resources available on the web, review the content for quality and create introductory, university-level textbooks designed to meet the study needs of students. Includes: key terms May suit: COMM 223 Marketing Management

Core Concepts of Marketing

This textbook demonstrates how companies use marketing. Provides specific examples in text discussions, chapter openers, the Integrated Marketing and Newsline boxes, and the end-of-chapter cases. Includes: case study, and end-of-chapter questions May suit: COMM 223 Marketing Management

Introducing Marketing

This textbook provides how to determine and satisfy the needs of customers through products that have value and accessibility and whose features are communicated as the general purpose of any business. It is also a fundamental definition of marketing. This textbook introduces students to the marketing strategies, and tools practitioners use to market their products. Includes: chapter summaries, glossary, and end-of-chapter exercises May suit: COMM 223 Marketing Management

Managerial Accounting

This textbook focuses on the essential managerial accounting concepts used within organizations for decision-making purposes and covers these concepts in 13 straightforward and concise chapters. Includes: exercises, problems, cases, spreadsheets applications, and group projects May suit: COMM 305 Managerial Accounting

Principles of Accounting - Volume 2 Managerial Accounting

This OpenStax textbook exposes students to the core concepts of accounting in familiar ways to build a strong foundation that can be applied across business fields. Volume 2 focuses on managerial accounting. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, PowerPoint slides, applications, exercises, and solutions May suit: COMM 305 Managerial Accounting

Business Ethics

This OpenStax textbook covers concepts of introductory business ethics courses and has a particular focus on student learning. Includes: case studies, applications, student resources, instructor resources, exercises, and solutions. May suit: COMM 315 Business Law and Ethics

Business Law 1

This OpenStax textbook is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of courses on Business Law or the Legal Environment of Business. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and exercises May suit: COMM 315 Business Law and Ethics

Good Corporation, Bad Corporation: Corporate Social Responsibility in the Global Economy

This text was developed through the Open SUNY project by the State University of New York, specifically by professors of business. This text has been positively reviewed by faculty and has been successfully adopted. Includes: instructor resources, case studies, external resources, exercises, applications, and examples May suit: COMM 315 Business Law and Ethics

Entrepreneurship

This OpenStax textbook is intended for use in introductory Entrepreneurship classes at the undergraduate level. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, exercises, cases, and test bank May suit: COMM 320 Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Toolkit

Written by a business professor at the University of Saskatchewan, this textbook covers fundamental entrepreneurship concepts. Includes: exercises, and end-of-chapter questions May suit: COMM 320 Entrepreneurship

Mastering Strategic Management – 1st Canadian Edition

This Canadian edition includes Canadian-specific content, images, and references. It contains multiple graphic concept pages and real-world company examples in each chapter. Includes: PowerPoint slides May suit: COMM 401 Strategy and Competition

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Repositories

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Here are some of the repositories used to discover the OER contained within this guide:

BCcampus Open Textbook Collection

A growing selection of open textbooks for a variety of subjects and specialties. Many have been reviewed by faculty, meet accessibility requirements, and/or include supplementary materials.

eCampusOntario Open Textbook Library

Over 300 open textbooks in subjects including arts, business, health, recreation, science and social sciences.

LibreTexts

Founded in 2008, LibreTexts is a leading, non-commercial open textbook organization for higher education. In Oct. 2018, the U.S. Dept. of Education awarded LibreTexts $5 million over 3 years to expand its collection of primary source textbooks and supplemental learning resources.

Lyryx Learning

Open textbooks for math and economics; license fees for accompanying online assessments. Print-on-demand available for purchase.

Mason OER Metafinder

A meta-search tool that simultaneously searches several large OER repositories of open educational materials.

MERLOT

Peer-reviewed free learning materials, exercises and webpages, and open textbooks.

OASIS (Openly Available Sources Integrated Search)

A search tool for discovery of open content from 57 different sources.

OER Commons

A large OER repository, including textbooks. A product of the Institute for the Study of Knowledge Management in Education.

OpenStax

Peer-reviewed texts in science, math, social sciences. Supported by additional learning resources. Print copies available via Amazon.

OpenSUNY

Open textbooks in a variety of disciplines.

Open Textbook Library

A resource for peer-reviewed academic textbooks that are free, openly licensed, and complete.

WikiBooks

Open Textbook project with over 2800 titles.

Versioning History

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Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 1
Western Civilization
Roman Gods
The Roman Empire
Mythology Unbound: An Online Textbook for Classical Mythology
Essentials of Linguistics
How Language Works (Gasser)
A Foundation Course in Reading German
German Frame-semantic Online Lexicon
Hola a Todos: Elementary Spanish I
Libro Libre: Beginning Spanish
Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses

Description and Access

General

Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 1

This classics text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in western civilization, from Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities

Western Civilization

This peer-reviewed, open lumen learning course covers introductory concepts in western civilization, from the Hittites to the Protestant Reformation. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities

Rome

Roman Gods

This peer-reviewed Roman text has been successfully adopted by other faculty. Drawing exclusively on the evidence from urban Rome up to the age of Constantine, the book analyzes the pagan, Jewish, and Christian concepts of "god" along the lines of space, time, personnel, function, iconography and ritual. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities

The Roman Empire

This roman empire text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in the roman empire. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities

Greece

Mythology Unbound: An Online Textbook for Classical Mythology

This mythology text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in classical mythology, from Apollo to Zeus. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities

Linguistics

Essentials of Linguistics

This peer-reviewed open textbook covers the core areas of theoretical linguistics (phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics), supplemented with discussion of psycholinguistic and neurolinguistic findings. Includes: videos, interactive assessments

How Language Works (Gasser)

This LibreTexts looks at a range of introductory topics and themes related to linguistics, the science of language. It examines some of the biases we all have concerning language and uses this as a base for its exploration. Includes: exercises, instructor and student resources

German

A Foundation Course in Reading German

A textbook published by University of Wisconsin-Madison and went through many versions over the years, it is designed to guide a learner who has no previous German experience to gain the ability to accurately understand formal written German prose, aided only by a comprehensive dictionary.

German Frame-semantic Online Lexicon

This open German-English vocabulary resource applies the linguistic theory of Frame Semantics to the language classroom in an effort to teach the meanings of vocabulary items and how to use them appropriately. Includes: videos, activities

Spanish

Hola a Todos: Elementary Spanish I

A textbook for introductory Spanish, created by faculty at University of North Georgia. Includes: activities, exercises

Libro Libre: Beginning Spanish

A textbook for introductory Spanish that has been positively-reviewed. Includes: activities, exercises

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Communication Studies

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Media, Society, Culture and You
Understanding Media and Culture
Communication Theory

Description and Access

Media, Society, Culture and You

This communications studies text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in communications & multimedia, from social media to the fall of gaming. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities

Understanding Media and Culture

This media studies course is positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in media and culture, from the modernization to the violence in media. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities

Communication Theory

This communication studies text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers introductory concepts in communication theory, from reduction to the network society. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions, and group activities

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English

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
British Literature I Anthology: From the Middle Ages to Neoclassicism and the Eighteenth Century
British Literature II: Romantic Era to the Twentieth Century and Beyond
Literature, the Humanities, and Humanity
Naming the Unnameable: An Approach to Poetry for New Generations
Open Anthology of Earlier American Literature
Prose Fiction: An Introduction to the Semiotics of Narrative
World Literature I: Beginnings to 1650
Brehe’s Grammar Anatomy
English Composition
The Simple Math of Writing Well: Writing for the 21st Century
The Word on College Reading and Writing
Writing and Literature: Composition as Inquiry, Learning, Thinking, and Communication
Writing for Success 1st Canadian Edition

Description and Access

English Literature

British Literature I Anthology: From the Middle Ages to Neoclassicism and the Eighteenth Century

Featuring over 50 authors and full texts of their works, this anthology follows the shift of monarchic to parliamentarian rule in Britain, and the heroic epic to the more egalitarian novel as genre.

British Literature II: Romantic Era to the Twentieth Century and Beyond

Featuring 37 authors and full texts of their works, the selections in this open anthology represent the literature developed within and developing through their respective eras.

Literature, the Humanities, and Humanity

This book aims to show how literature delights and how it instructs. It is hoped to inspire other teachers to emphasize the value and delight of reading literature.

Naming the Unnameable: An Approach to Poetry for New Generations

The textbook offers practical advice and strategies for developing a writing process that is centered on play and supported by an understanding of America's rich literary traditions. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

Open Anthology of Earlier American Literature

The textbook was initially created by Robin deRosa at Plymouth State University. Working with students, they collected public domain texts, edited them as necessary and created introductions for each to form the beginnings of a new, definitive anthology of Early American Literature.

Prose Fiction: An Introduction to the Semiotics of Narrative

The textbook outlines the principles and techniques of storytelling.

World Literature I: Beginnings to 1650

This anthology comprises of three comprehensive collections that provide samples of literature from around the world and across the ages, ranging from some of oldest tales that have survived into modernity to works from the 1650s. Sections of the text are divided by time period in three parts: the Ancient World, Middle Ages, and Renaissance, and then divided into chapters by location.

English Writing

Brehe’s Grammar Anatomy

Written by a professor of English at the University of North Georgia, this book provides an in-depth look at beginner grammar terms and concepts, providing clear examples with limited technical jargon. Includes: exercises

English Composition

This textbook serves as an introduction to writing at college. Includes: sample essays, exercises

The Simple Math of Writing Well: Writing for the 21st Century

This writing guide directly addresses the importance of writing well in the Google age, embracing the variety of media that define our internet-connected world.

The Word on College Reading and Writing

Written by five college reading and writing instructors, this interactive, multimedia text draws from decades of experience teaching students who are entering the college reading and writing environment for the very first time. Includes: activities, discussions

Writing and Literature: Composition as Inquiry, Learning, Thinking, and Communication

Designed for a first-year English composition class, this book is filled with short stories, and plays, and discussion of literary devices to introduce composition in the context of literary studies. Includes: instructor resources

Writing for Success 1st Canadian Edition

The textbook provides instruction in steps, builds writing, reading, and critical thinking, and combines comprehensive grammar review with an introduction to paragraph writing and composition. Includes: discussions, examples, exercises

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Études françaises

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Français Interactif
Introduction to French
Liberté
Résumer, synthétiser, argumenter
Sons & Lettres: A pronunciation method for intermediate-level French
Tout un Monde: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Intermediate French
Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses

Description and Access

Français Interactif

This open textbook accompanies course content that explores the French language and culture by following the lives of students participating in an intensive French language programming. Includes: videos, audio vocabulary recordings, phonetics lessons, and online activities

Introduction to French

Introduction to French is a basic French language textbook designed to develop reading, writing, and speaking skills of college students in classrooms across Canada.

Includes: audio files

Open Textbook Title: Liberté

This is an introductory level French textbook that is focused on the communicative approach. Each chapter includes around communicative strategies, culture and grammar. Includes: end-of-chapter exercises

Résumer, synthétiser, argumenter

Le manuel s’adresse aux étudiants de français langue seconde de niveau avancé. Includes: exercices interactifs, points de langue

Sons & Lettres: A pronunciation method for intermediate-level French

This textbook provides a set of classroom materials to train students to hear and produce the sounds of French and to recognize the regular spellings used to represent those sounds in print. Includes: exercises, audio on supplementary website Written by a faculty at University of Texas Arlington, this book is intended for use with intermediate level college French classes. Its multidisciplinary approach introduces students to topics and vocabulary associated with fields such as medicine, advertising, travel, business, agriculture, and relationships. Includes: exercises

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History

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volumes 1 - 3	HIST 200, HIST 202, HIST 206, HIST 207, HIST 208, HIST 235, HIST 242, HIST 262, HIST 263, HIST 264, HIST 351, HIST 382, HIST 383, HIST 398
Historical and Contemporary Realities: Movement Towards Reconciliation	HIST 203, HIST 205, HIST 303, HIST 359
Canadian History: Pre and Post-Confederation	HIST 203, HIST 205, HIST 209, HIST 210, HIST 303
Confronting Canadian Migration History	HIST 203, HIST 205, HIST 209, HIST 210, HIST 251, HIST 253, HIST 261, HIST 262, HIST 263, HIST 302, HIST 303, HIST 305, HIST 206, HIST 308, HIST 309, HIST 311, HIST 315, HIST 353, HIST 357, HIST 365, HIST 366, HIST 367, HIST 374, HIST 377, HIST 378, HIST 381, HIST 394
World History: Cultures, States, and Societies to 1500	HIST 206, HIST 207, HIST 208, HIST 219, HIST 223, HIST 225, HIST 242, HIST 262, HIST 263, HIST 264, HIST 274, HIST 276, HIST 302, HIST 323, HIST 327, HIST 335, HIST 342, HIST 350
Yale Lectures: The Early Middle Ages, 284–1000	HIST 206
Global History and New Polycentric Approaches	HIST 207, HIST 261, HIST 262, HIST 263, HIST 274, HIST 276, HIST 283, HIST 302, HIST 306, HIST 332, HIST 336, HIST 341, HIST 353, HIST 366, HIST 394, HIST 395, HIST 398, HIST 402, HIST 403
Keys to Understanding the Middle East	HIST 242, HIST 348, HIST 369, HIST 398, HIST 403, HIST 467
Sage American History - Era of the American Revolution	HIST 251, HIST 302, HIST 303, HIST 308, HIST 353, HIST 354, HIST 452
U.S. History	HIST 251, HIST 253, HIST 302, HIST 303, HIST 308, HIST 324, HIST 318, HIST 320, HIST 321, HIST 322, HIST 353, HIST 354, HIST 355, HIST 356, HIST 357, HIST 358, HIST 373, HIST 384, HIST 385, HIST 386, HIST 396, HIST 452

Description and Access

Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 1, Volume 2, and Volume 3

These peer-reviewed open textbooks are about 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 looks at the early Middle Ages to the French Revolution in 1789 CE. It covers topics including the High Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the European conquest of the Americas, the Reformation, the Scientific Revolution, and the Enlightenment. Volume 3 looks at 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, the Holocaust, the postwar era, the Cold War, and recent developments in economics and politics. Includes: course content May suit: HIST 200 Introduction to History, HIST 202 Modern Europe, HIST 206 Medieval Europe, HIST 207 Early Modern Europe, HIST 208 Introduction to the History of the Balkans, HIST 235 The Holocaust, HIST 242 History of the Middle East, HIST 262 History of China, HIST 263 History of Japan, HIST 264 History of Africa, HIST 351 England in the Reign of Henry VIII, HIST 382 Age of Enlightenment, HIST 383 Age of Revolution, HIST 398 Selected Topics in History

Historical and Contemporary Realities: Movement Towards Reconciliation

This open textbook is written as a resource for educators to teach students about the Indigenous historical significance of the lands encompassing the Robinson-Huron Treaty area and more specifically the Greater Sudbury and Manitoulin area. It also, through the use of interactive mapping strategies, serves as a guide for educators to develop a similar resource to document Indigenous stories from their own areas. Includes: instructor and student resources May suit: HIST 203 History of Canada Pre-Confederation, HIST 205 History of Canada Post-Confederation, HIST 303 Native North American History Since 1800, HIST 359 The History and Sociology of Genocide to 1945

Canadian History: Pre-Confederation and Post-Confederation

Canadian History: Pre-Confederation is a survey text that introduces undergraduate students to important themes in North American history to 1867. Written and reviewed by subject experts drawn from colleges and universities, this is the first open textbook on the topic of Canadian history. The Post-Confederation textbook introduces aspects of the history of Canada since Confederation. “Canada” in this context includes Newfoundland and all the other parts that come to be aggregated into the Dominion after 1867. Includes: instructor resources (videos) May suit: HIST 203 History of Canada Pre-Confederation, HIST 205 History of Canada Post-Confederation, HIST 209 Quebec to 1867, HIST 210 Quebec since Confederation, HIST 303 Native North American History Since 1800

Confronting Canadian Migration History

This open collection of essays speaks to the broad range of research being done in Canadian migration history; they also highlight the commitment of their authors to an engaged, public-facing scholarly practice. Includes: photo visuals, course content May suit: HIST 203 History of Canada Pre-Confederation, HIST 205 History of Canada Post-Confederation, HIST 209 Quebec to 1867, HIST 210 Quebec since Confederation, HIST 251 History of the United States to the Civil War Era, HIST 253 History of the United States since the Civil War Era, HIST 261 History of South Asia, HIST 262 History of China, HIST 263 History of Japan, HIST 302 The Invasion of America: European Colonization and Indigenous Resistance before 1800, HIST 303 Native North American History Since 1800, HIST 305 Race and Gender in Canadian History, HIST 308 Cultures in Contact: A History of Migrations to North America, HIST 309 Law and Society in Canadian History, HIST 311 Contemporary Canada, 1939 to the Present, HIST 315 Rights and Freedoms in Canadian Society, HIST 348 History of Violence: Middle East 1798 – Present, HIST 353 Colonial America and the Atlantic World, HIST 357 Foreign Relations of the United States to 1945, HIST 365 Human Rights and Genocide Prevention in History, HIST 366 Early Modern China, HIST 367 Modern China, HIST 374 Egypt and the World Since 1798, HIST 377 History of Russia 1694-1917, HIST 378 History of the Soviet Union, HIST 381 The Politics of the Past, HIST 394 Food in History

World History: Cultures, States, and Societies to 1500

World History: Cultures, States, and Societies to 1500 is a peer-reviewed textbook which offers a comprehensive introduction to the history of humankind from prehistory to 1500. Includes: high-res images and maps, chronologies, and suggested questions to help guide student learning May suit: HIST 206 Medieval Europe, HIST 207 Early Modern Europe, HIST 208 Introduction to the History of the Balkans, HIST 219 Ancient Near East, HIST 223 Greek History from the Bronze Age to Alexander, HIST 225 History of the Roman Republic, HIST 242 History of the Middle East, HIST 262 History of China, HIST 263 History of Japan, HIST 264 History of Africa, HIST 274 The Atlantic World, HIST 276 History of Latin America: The Colonial Period, HIST 302 The Invasion of America: European Colonization and Indigenous Resistance before 1800, HIST 323 Greek History from Alexander to the Roman Conquest, HIST 325 The European Renaissance, HIST 327 History of the Roman Empire, HIST 335 Barbarian Invasions and the Birth of Europe, HIST 342 Crime and Punishment in Medieval Europe, HIST 350 Medieval England

Yale Lectures: The Early Middle Ages, 284–1000

This open course looks into the major developments in the political, social, and religious history of Western Europe from the accession of Diocletian to the feudal transformation. Includes: lectures May suit: HIST 206 Medieval Europe

Global History and New Polycentric Approaches

This well-reviewed open textbook rethinks the ways global history is envisioned and conceptualized in diverse countries such as China, Japan, Mexico or Spain, and considers how global issues are connected with our local and national communities. Includes: learner exercises, student resources, course content May suit: HIST 207 Early Modern Europe, HIST 261 History of South Asia, HIST 262 History of China, HIST 263 History of Japan, HIST 274 The Atlantic World, HIST 276 History of Latin America: The Colonial Period, HIST 283 The 20th Century: A Global History, HIST 302 The Invasion of America: European Colonization and Indigenous Resistance before 1800, HIST 306 History and the Public, HIST 332 United States, Cuban and Mexican Relations, HIST 336 Deviancy and Orthodoxy in the History of Mexico, HIST 341 History of Britain Since 1714, HIST 353 Colonial America and the Atlantic World, HIST 366 Early Modern China, HIST 394 Food in History, HIST 395 Environmental History, HIST 398 Selected Topics in History - Transnational Networks, HIST 402 The Philosophy and Practice of History, HIST 403 Methodology and History

Keys to Understanding the Middle East

This reviewed open textbook covers the fundamentals and is intended for readers who have never studied the Middle East, or experts who may wish to fill gaps in their knowledge of the region from other disciplines. Includes: instructor and student resources May suit: HIST 242 History of the Middle East, HIST 348 History of Violence: Middle East 1798 – Present, HIST 369 Middle East: Empire, Gender, and Sexuality in Modern Times, HIST 374 Egypt and the World Since 1798, HIST 398, HIST 467 Advanced Study in Middle Eastern History

Sage American History - Era of the American Revolution

This peer-reviewed open textbook is a comprehensive look at the American Revolution, containing links to primary source documents and other resources of this important era in U.S. history. Includes: instructor and student resources May suit: HIST 251 History of the United States to the Civil War Era, HIST 302 The Invasion of America: European Colonization and Indigenous Resistance before 1800, HIST 303 Native North American History Since 1800, HIST 308 Cultures in Contact: A History of Migrations to North America, HIST 353 Colonial America and the Atlantic World, HIST 354 Revolutionary America, HIST 452 Advanced Study in American History

U.S. History

This open textbook covers the breadth of the chronological history of the United States and the key forces and major developments that together form the American experience, with particular attention paid to considering issues of race, class, and gender. Includes: instructor and student resources May suit: HIST 251 History of the United States to the Civil War Era, HIST 253 History of the United States since the Civil War Era, HIST 302 The Invasion of America: European Colonization and Indigenous Resistance before 1800, HIST 303 Native North American History Since 1800, HIST 308 Cultures in Contact: A History of Migrations to North America, HIST 318 Modernist New York, HIST 320 American Culture, 1900–1945, HIST 321 American Culture Since 1945, HIST 324 United States 1877-1924, HIST 332 United States, Cuban and Mexican Relations, HIST 353 Colonial America and the Atlantic World, HIST 354 Revolutionary America, HIST 355 United States in the 19th Century, 1815–1850, HIST 356 United States in the 19th Century: The Era of the Civil War, HIST 357 Foreign Relations of the United States to 1945, HIST 358 Foreign Relations of the United States, 1945 to the Present, HIST 373 The Pacific War, HIST 384 Age of Industrialization and Nationalism 1848-1914, HIST 385 Age of Dictators: Europe, 1914-1945, HIST 386 Contemporary Europe: 1945 to the Present, HIST 396 The United States Since 1945, HIST 452 Advanced Study in American History

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Philosophy

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking
The Originals: Classic Readings in Western Philosophy
An Introduction to Philosophy
Analyzing Meaning: An Introduction to Semantics and Pragmatics
Modern Philosophy
A Concise Introduction to Logic

Description and Access

Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking

This is an introductory textbook in logic and critical thinking, aimed at providing the reader with a set of tools and skills that will enable them to identify and evaluate arguments. Includes: exercises

The Originals: Classic Readings in Western Philosophy

This peer-reviewed, open textbook provides readers with an appreciation and understanding of philosophy framed by the very words and ideas of those who have shaped our thinking over the centuries. Includes: primary source documents

An Introduction to Philosophy

This peer-reviewed open textbook presents philosophy to newcomers as a living discipline with historical roots. Early chapters are historically organized, to help trace a developmental progression of thought that introduce basic philosophical methods and frames issues that remain relevant today. Includes: instructor resources

Analyzing Meaning: An Introduction to Semantics and Pragmatics

This open textbook provides an introduction to the study of meaning in human language, from a linguistic perspective including foundational concepts, word meanings, implicature (including indirect speech acts), compositional semantics, modals, conditionals, and causation and tense & aspect. Includes: instructor resources

Modern Philosophy

This well reviewed open textbook in modern philosophy combines readings from primary sources with two pedagogical tools.

A Concise Introduction to Logic

Concise Introduction to Logic is an introduction to formal logic suitable for undergraduates taking a general education course in logic or critical thinking, and is accessible and useful to any interested in gaining a basic understanding of logic.

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Simone de Beauvoir Institute

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Global Women's Issues: Women in the World Today
Introduction to Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies

Description and Access

Global Women's Issues: Women in the World Today

This global politics text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers concepts in women's political issues, from women and education to the rights of children. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

Introduction to Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies

This textbook introduces key feminist concepts and analytical frameworks used in the interdisciplinary Women, Gender, Sexualities field. It emphasizes feminist sociological approaches to analyzing structures of power, drawing heavily from empirical feminist research. Must suit: WSDB 290, WSDB 291

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Art Education

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Music and the Child	ARTE 201
Arts Integration in Elementary Curriculum: 2nd Edition	ARTE 420

Description and Access

Music and the Child

The textbook explores a holistic, artistic, and integrated approach to understanding the developmental connections between music and children. It guides professionals to work through music, harnessing the processes that underlie music learning, and outlining developmentally appropriate methods to understand the role of music in children's lives through play, games, creativity, and movement. Includes: activity and vocabulary May Suit: ARTE 201 Art in Early Childhood I

Arts Integration in Elementary Curriculum: 2nd Edition

Topics in this textbook include art integration, music integration, physical education / dance integration, and the theoretical foundations of arts integration in education. Includes: PowerPoint Slides, activities May Suit: ARTE 420 Art Education for Elementary School

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Art History

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Introduction to Art: Design, Context, and Meaning
Guide to Ancient Aegean Art
Guide to Ancient Egyptian Art
Guide to Ancient Etruscan Art	ARTH 200
Guide to Ancient Greek Art
Guide to Ancient Near Eastern Art
Guide to Ancient Roman Art
CanadARThistories	ARTH 271 and ARTH 370
Introduction to Philosophy: Aesthetic Theory and Practice	ARTH 300
Art in Revolution: Nineteenth-Century Visual Culture	ARTH 366
Opening Contemporary Art	ARTH 368
The Bright Continent: African Art History	ART 389
A Quick and Dirty Guide to Art, Music, and Culture
ArtxHistory

Description and Access

Introduction to Art: Design, Context, and Meaning

The textbook is a comprehensive introduction to the world of Art. It includes over 400 high-quality images illustrating the history of art, its technical applications, and its many uses. Includes: questions and key terms. May suit: ARTH 200 Perspectives of Art History

Guide to Ancient Aegean Art

This book from Smarthistory covers the Ancient Aegean, including Cycladic, Minoan, and Mycenaean art. May suit: sections of ARTH 200 Perspectives of Art History

Guide to Ancient Egyptian Art

This book from Smarthistory covers ancient Egyptian art. May suit: sections of ARTH 200 Perspectives of Art History

Guide to Ancient Etruscan Art

This book from Smarthistory covers ancient Etruscan art. May suit: sections of ARTH 200 Perspectives of Art History

Guide to Ancient Greek Art

This book from Smarthistory covers ancient Greek art. May suit: sections of ARTH 200 Perspectives of Art History

Guide to Ancient Near Eastern Art

This book from Smarthistory covers Sumerian, Akkadian, Neo-Sumerian / Ur III, Babylonian, Assyrian and Persian art. May suit: sections of ARTH 200 Perspectives of Art History

Guide to Ancient Roman Art

This book from Smarthistory covers ancient Roman art. May suit: sections of ARTH 200 Perspectives of Art History

CanadARThistories

CanadARThistories, a new online course and associated open learning objects, addresses growing concerns around inclusion, regionalism, Indigenization, and internationalization in art history curricula, and is conceived as a response to these ideas. May suit: ARTH 271 Introduction to Canadian Art AND ARTH 370 Studies in Canadian Art

Introduction to Philosophy: Aesthetic Theory and Practice

Aesthetic Theory and Practice offers fresh perspectives on canonical and emerging topics in aesthetics, and also brings attention to a number of culturally sensitive topics that are customarily silenced in introductions to philosophical aesthetics. The papers are heterogeneous in terms of length and degrees of difficulty, inviting the reader into the study of contemporary aesthetics, which spans a lifetime. May suit: ARTH 300 Art Historical Methods

Art in Revolution: Nineteenth-Century Visual Culture

An exploration of how images shape and challenge dominant ideas and how some of the legacies of nineteenth-century imagery remain relevant. This open textbook contains "case studies intended to dig deeper into issues surrounding art and visual culture from the 19th century." May suit: ARTH 366 Studies in 19th‑Century Art and Architecture

Opening Contemporary Art

An online all-rights reserved textbook in Pressbooks designed to accompany teaching a contemporary art seminar. Topic areas include installation, body art, music's role, contemporary art worldwide, urgent themes, and new formats. May suit: ARTH 368 Studies in Contemporary Art and Architecture

The Bright Continent: African Art History

An open textbook that exposes students to traditional and contemporary African art while providing basic analytical skills. The open textbook explores various themes found in African art, from animals, and motherhood, to divination and portraiture and the impact of various belief systems on art. The open textbook concludes with skills for taking notes and studying. May suit: sections of ART 389 Issues in Ethnocultural Art Histories

A Quick and Dirty Guide to Art, Music, and Culture

An open textbook by The Ohio State University on art and music in the context of popular culture. It is meant to work with the open course Art and Music Since 1945.

Includes: assignments, supplementary course materials

ArtxHistory

A space facilitated by institutions, historians, curators, artists, faculty, and students who are committed to delivering quality scholarship that is accessible, inclusive, and open. Includes: Timeline, videos, and sound recordings

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Engineering Core Courses (ENCS and ENGR)

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Writing for Success	ENCS 272
Open Technical Writing: An Open-Access Text for Instruction in Technical and Professional Writing	ENCS 282
Technical Writing	ENCS 282
Technical Writing Essentials	ENCS 282
Responsible Innovation: Ethics, Safety and Technology	ENCS 393
Sustainability: A Comprehensive Foundation	ENGR 202
Notes on Diffy Qs: Differential Equations for Engineers	ENGR 213
Calculus Volume 1	ENGR 233
Calculus Volume 2	ENGR 233
Calculus Volume 3	ENGR 233
Vector Calculus	ENGR 233
Introduction to Linear, Time-Invariant, Dynamic Systems for Students of Engineering	ENGR 243
Mechanics	ENGR 244
Project Management	ENGR 301
Project Management from Simple to Complex	ENGR 301
Technical Project Management in Living and Geometric Order	ENGR 301
Elementary Differential Equations with Boundary Value Problems	ENGR 311
All Things Flow: Fluid Mechanics for the Natural Sciences	ENGR 361
Basics of Fluid Mechanics	ENGR 361
Introduction to Probability	ENGR 371
Introduction to Probability, Statistics and Random Processes	ENGR 371
Numerical Methods with Applications	ENGR 391

Description and Access

Writing for Success

This textbook provides instruction in steps, builds writing, reading, and critical thinking, and combines comprehensive grammar review with an introduction to paragraph writing and composition. Includes: exercises, examples of essays May suit: ENCS 272 Composition and Argumentation for Engineers

Open Technical Writing: An Open-Access Text for Instruction in Technical and Professional Writing

The textbook presents technical writing as an approach to researching and carrying out writing that centers on technical subject matter. May suit: ENCS 282 Technical Writing and Communication

Technical Writing

The textbook offers students of technical writing an introduction to the processes and products involved in professional, workplace, and technical writing. May suit: ENCS 282 Technical Writing and Communication

Technical Writing Essentials

The textbook is designed to introduce readers to the basics of professional communications in technical fields: audience and task analysis in workplace contexts, clear and concise communications style, effective document design, teamwork and collaboration, and fundamental research skills. May suit: ENCS 282 Technical Writing and Communication

Responsible Innovation: Ethics, Safety and Technology

Based on a MOOC on responsible innovation, this textbook provides a framework to reflect on the ethics and risks of new technologies. Includes: case studies, questions, web lectures May suit: ENCS 393 Social and Ethical Dimensions of Information and Communication Technologies

Sustainability: A Comprehensive Foundation

Notes on Diffy Qs: Differential Equations for Engineers

This textbook is designed for a one-semester first course on differential equations, aimed at engineering students. Includes: exercises and solutions May suit: ENGR 213 Applied Ordinary Differential Equations

Calculus Volume 1

This OpenStax textbook covers functions, limits, derivatives, and integration. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, exercises, solutions May suit: ENGR 233 Applied Advanced Calculus

Calculus Volume 2

This OpenStax textbook covers integration, differential equations, sequences and series, and parametric equations and polar coordinates. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, exercises, solutions May suit: ENGR 233 Applied Advanced Calculus

Calculus Volume 3

This OpenStax textbook covers parametric equations and polar coordinates, vectors, functions of several variables, multiple integration, and second-order differential equations. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, exercises, solutions May suit: ENGR 233 Applied Advanced Calculus

Vector Calculus

This is a textbook on elementary multivariable calculus, designed for students who have completed courses in single-variable calculus. These topics are covered: basic vector algebra; lines, planes and surfaces; vector-valued functions; functions of 2 or 3 variables; partial derivatives; optimization; multiple integrals; line and surface integrals. The book also includes discussion of numerical methods: Newton's method for optimization, and the Monte Carlo method for evaluating multiple integrals. Includes: exercises, solutions, applications, LaTex source code May suit: ENGR 233 Applied Advanced Calculus

Introduction to Linear, Time-Invariant, Dynamic Systems for Students of Engineering

The textbook covers the dynamic behavior of physical systems, with some emphasis on simple mechanical and electrical systems representative of or analogous to those often encountered in aerospace and mechanical engineering. Includes: homework problems May suit: ENGR 243 Dynamics

Mechanics

This is a calculus-based open textbook meant for the first semester of a first year survey course taken by engineering and physical science majors. It has a traditional order of topics whereby force is discussed before energy. Includes: instructor resources (learning evaluation, learning logs), student resources (tutorials, problems and solutions) May suit: ENGR 244 Mechanics of Materials

Project Management

This textbook covers the basics of project management, including the process of initiation, planning, execution, control, and closeout. Includes: PowerPoint slides, questions, audio files May suit: ENGR 301 Engineering Management Principles and Economics

Project Management from Simple to Complex

The textbook is written in collaboration by an expert in Project Management and an expert in writing instructional textbooks. It explores project management in a complex, virtual, and global environment. Includes: essay questions, discussions, exercises May suit: ENGR 301 Engineering Management Principles and Economics

Technical Project Management in Living and Geometric Order

Written by three engineering instructors at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, this textbook emphasizes on the connections between the various stages and practices of technical project management. Includes: practical tips May suit: ENGR 301 Engineering Management Principles and Economics

Elementary Differential Equations with Boundary Value Problems

This textbook is written for students in science, engineering, and mathematics who have completed calculus through partial differentiation. Includes: exercises, LaTex source code May suit: ENGR 311 Transform Calculus and Partial Differential Equations

All Things Flow: Fluid Mechanics for the Natural Sciences

The textbook covers fundamentals of basic flow processes, emphasizing on vortices, waves and hydraulic jumps. Includes: homework exercises May suit: ENGR 361 Fluid Mechanics I

Basics of Fluid Mechanics

The textbook describes the fundamentals of fluid mechanics phenomena for engineers and others. Includes: examples and questions May suit: ENGR 361 Fluid Mechanics I

Introduction to Probability

The textbook is intended for use in a standard one-term course, in which both discrete and continuous probability is covered. Includes: exercises and solutions May suit: ENGR 371 Probability and Statistics in Engineering

Introduction to Probability, Statistics and Random Processes

This textbook is intended for undergraduate and first-year graduate-level courses in probability, statistics, and random processes. Includes: exercises, solutions, code May suit: ENGR 371 Probability and Statistics in Engineering

Numerical Methods with Applications

The textbook is written primarily for engineering and science undergraduates taking a course in Numerical Methods. Its treatment of numerical methods is based on a holistic approach and short chapters. Includes: PowerPoint slides, worksheets, applications, questions May suit: ENGR 391 Numerical Methods in Engineering

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Building, Civil and Environmental Engineering

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Building Maintenance & Construction: Tools and Maintenance Tasks
Sustainability: A Comprehensive Foundation

Description and Access

Building Maintenance & Construction: Tools and Maintenance Tasks

This textbook introduces and develops knowledge of basic building maintenance tools and materials, applied skills and techniques, industry health and safety standards, and preventive maintenance and troubleshooting practices required by employers for entry-level positions in the building trades and facilities maintenance fields.

Sustainability: A Comprehensive Foundation

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Chemical and Materials Engineering

admin — Sun, 28 Oct 2018 08:27:39 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Applied Strength of Materials for Engineering Technology
Phase Relations
Strength of Materials Supplement for Power Engineering

Description and Access

Applied Strength of Materials for Engineering Technology [PDF]

This algebra-based text is designed specifically for Engineering Technology students, using both SI and US Customary units. All example problems are fully worked out with unit conversions. Updated each semester using student comments, with an average of 80 changes per edition.

Phase Relations

This open textbook provides an overview of the central role that phase behavior plays in the petroleum extraction processes. Readers should be able to describe, in concrete terms, how knowledge of fluid phase behaviour impacts specific aspects of the process design and/or operations. Includes: diagrams, problem sets

Strength of Materials Supplement for Power Engineering

This work complements the Applied Strength of Materials for Engineering Technology by Barry Dupen and is used in teaching Strength of Materials to Power Engineering students at the British Columbia Institute of Technology.

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Computing Science and Software Engineering

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Discrete Mathematics: An Open Introduction	COEN 231
Book of Proof	COMP 232
Mathematical Reasoning: Writing and Proof	COMP 232
Introduction to Probability	COMP 233
Introduction to Probability, Statistics and Random Processes	COMP 233
Delftse Foundations of Computation	COMP 335
Foundations of Computation	COMP 335
Programming Fundamentals - A Modular Structured Approach using C++	COMP 345
Programming Fundamentals – A Modular Structured Approach, 2nd Edition	COMP 348
Programming Languages: Application and Interpretation	COMP 348
Database Design	COMP 353
Eloquent JavaScript: A Modern Introduction to Programming	SOEN 287
The Missing Link: An Introduction to Web Development and Programming	SOEN 287
A Brief Introduction to Engineering Computation with MATLAB
Computer Science 20 - Saskatoon
Java, Java, Java: Object-Oriented Problem Solving
Think Stats: Probability and Statistics for Programmers

Description and Access

Discrete Mathematics: An Open Introduction

Approved by the American Institute of Mathematics, this textbook grew out of a discrete mathematics course at the University of Northern Colorado. Includes: questions, answers, instructor resources upon request May suit: COEN 231 Introduction to Discrete Mathematics

Book of Proof

Approved by the American Institute of Mathematics and adopted widely by other universities, this textbook is an introduction to the standard methods of proving mathematical theorems. Includes: instructor resources, workbook May suit: COMP 232 Mathematics for Computer Science

Mathematical Reasoning: Writing and Proof

This textbook is designed for the ﬁrst course in a mathematics curriculum that introduces students to the processes of constructing and writing proofs. It focuses on the formal development of mathematics. Includes: questions, answers, instructor resources upon request May suit: COMP 232 Mathematics for Computer Science

Introduction to Probability

The textbook is intended for use in a standard one-term course, in which both discrete and continuous probability is covered. Includes: exercises and solutions May suit: COMP 233 Probability and Statistics for Computer Science

Introduction to Probability, Statistics and Random Processes

This textbook is intended for undergraduate and first-year graduate-level courses in probability, statistics, and random processes. Includes: exercises, solutions, code May suit: COMP 233 Probability and Statistics for Computer Science

Delftse Foundations of Computation

The textbook is designed for an introductory course in theoretical computer science. It includes topics from propositional and predicate logic, proof techniques, set theory and the theory of computation, along with practical applications to computer science. May suit: COMP 335 Introduction to Theoretical Computer Science

Foundations of Computation

The textbook is designed for a one-semester course in theoretical computer science. May suit: COMP 335 Introduction to Theoretical Computer Science

Programming Fundamentals - A Modular Structured Approach using C++

This reviewed open textbook covers content normally found in an introductory C++ programming course, including decisions, loops, functions, arrays and file I/O. Includes: instructor and student resources May suit: COMP 345 Advanced Program Design with C++

Programming Fundamentals – A Modular Structured Approach, 2nd Edition

This is the second edition to Programming Fundamentals - A Modular Structured Approach using C++. The goal is to make it programming-language neutral, so that it may serve as an introductory programming textbook for students using any of a variety of programming languages, including C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, and Swift. Includes: pseudocode, flowcharts, and example code in C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, Python, and Swift May suit: COMP 348 Principles of Programming Languages

Programming Languages: Application and Interpretation

Written by a computer science professor at Brown University, this textbook takes a non-linear approach to the subject matter. Includes: exercises and activities May suit: COMP 348 Principles of Programming Languages

Database Design

An introductory textbook that covers database systems and database design concepts. Includes: end-of-chapter exercises, sample ERD exercises, SQL lab with solution May suit: COMP 353 Databases

Eloquent JavaScript: A Modern Introduction to Programming

This book covers the principles of programming and introduces JavaScript. It is written by a programming language enthusiast. Includes: exercises and solutions May suit: SOEN 287 Web Programming

The Missing Link: An Introduction to Web Development and Programming

This textbook provides the developer with an understanding of the various elements of web development by focusing on the concepts and fundamentals through the examples within, providing a foundation that allows easier transition to other languages and a better understanding of how to approach their work. Includes: questions, discussions, solutions May suit: SOEN 287 Web Programming

A Brief Introduction to Engineering Computation with MATLAB

Specifically designed for students with no programming experience, the strategic goal of the course and book is to provide learners with an appreciation for the role computation plays in solving engineering problems. Includes: study guide, problem sets

Computer Science 20 - Saskatoon

Through its text and videos, this resource provides an interactive experience on learning to write and execute Python code. In addition to simply executing code, there is a unique feature called codelens that allows control of the flow of execution in order to gain a better understanding of how the program works. Includes: videos, quizzes, exercises

Java, Java, Java: Object-Oriented Problem Solving

Suitable for a typical Introduction to Computer Science course or for a slightly more advanced Java as a Second Language course. This textbook takes the “objects first” approach to programming and problem solving. It provides careful coverage of Java language features, introductory programming concepts, and object-oriented design principles. Includes: self-study exercises with answers, end-of-chapter exercises, and a companion website with instructor resources upon request

Think Stats: Probability and Statistics for Programmers

The book is an introduction to the practical tools of exploratory data analysis, especially for Python programmers. Includes: exercises, experiments, code

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Electrical & Computer Engineering

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
All About Circuits (Design Science License)
Continuous-Time Signals and Systems
Digital Circuit Projects: An Overview of Digital Circuits Through Implementing Integrated Circuits
Electrical Engineering
Electromagnetics Volume 1
Electromagnetics Volume 2
Exploring Microcontrollers
Public domain books relating to Instrumentation
Fundamentals of Photonics

Description and Access

All About Circuits (Design Science License)

This free electrical engineering textbook provides a series of volumes covering electricity and electronics. The information provided is great for students, makers, and professionals who are looking to refresh or expand their knowledge in this field.

Continuous-Time Signals and Systems

This textbook covers continuous-time signals and systems at an introductory level appropriate for undergraduate students. This textbook has been used by the author at the University of Victoria to teach a number of undergraduate courses on continuous-time signals and systems. This text includes accompanying lecture slides.

Digital Circuit Projects: An Overview of Digital Circuits Through Implementing Integrated Circuits

Digital circuits, often called Integrated Circuits or ICs, are the central building blocks of a Central Processing Unit (CPU). To understand how a computer works, it is essential to understand the digital circuits which make up the CPU. This text introduces the most important of these digital circuits; adders, decoders, multiplexers, D flip-flops, and simple state machines.

Electrical Engineering

On online electrical engineering textbook made available by LibreTexts. The textbook is intended as a primary textbook for a one-semester first course in undergraduate engineering electromagnetics. The book employs the “transmission lines first” approach in which transmission lines are introduced using a lumped-element equivalent circuit model for a differential length of transmission line, leading to one-dimensional wave equations for voltage and current. Includes: problems, solutions, LaTex source files May suit: ELEC 251

Electromagnetics Volume 2

The textbook is intended as the primary textbook for the second semester of a two-semester undergraduate engineering electromagnetics sequence. The book addresses magnetic force and the Biot-Savart law; general and lossy media; parallel plate and rectangular waveguides; parallel wire, microstrip, and coaxial transmission lines; AC current flow and skin depth; reflection and transmission at planar boundaries; fields in parallel plate, parallel wire, and microstrip transmission lines; optical fiber; and radiation and antennas. Includes: problems, solutions, LaTex source files May suit: ELEC 251

Exploring Microcontrollers

A website looking at microcontrollers.

Public domain books relating to Instrumentation

Although these textbooks are quite old, and some of the techniques described therein obsolete, these texts hold much practical value to the modern technician and engineer of instrumentation.

Fundamentals of Photonics

This open resource, designed for first and second year students, provides an introduction to photonics. It represents work done through the US National Science Foundation and is made of up ten chapters, or modules, created by various experts in the the field. Includes: instructor and student resources, problem sets

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Mechanical, Industrial and Aerospace Engineering

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Engineering Mechanics for Structures
Fundamentals of Compressible Flow Mechanics
Introduction to Aerospace Structures and Materials

Description and Access

Engineering Mechanics for Structures

This text explores the mechanics of solids and statics as well as the strength of materials and elasticity theory. In addition to introducing the fundamentals of structural analysis, it combines and applies important concepts in engineering mechanics. Its many design exercises encourage creative student initiative and systems thinking.

Fundamentals of Compressible Flow Mechanics

The textbook is an introduction to the flow of compressible substances (gases).

Introduction to Aerospace Structures and Materials

An introductory textbook to the discipline of aerospace structures and materials, ranging from materials, manufacturing and processing techniques, to structures, design principles and structural performance, including aspects like durability and safety.

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Accountancy

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Introduction to Financial Accounting	COMM 217
Financial Accounting	COMM 217
Intermediate Financial Accounting - Volume 1	COMM 217
Principles of Accounting - Volume 1 Financial Accounting	COMM 217
Principles of Financial Accounting	COMM 217
Managerial Accounting	COMM 305
Intermediate Financial Accounting - Volume 2	COMM 305
Principles of Accounting - Volume 2 Managerial Accounting	COMM 305

Description and Access

Introduction to Financial Accounting

Financial Accounting

This book is intended for an undergraduate or MBA-level Financial Accounting course. It covers the standard topics in a standard sequence, utilizing the Socratic method of asking and answering questions. Includes: activities, and exercises May suit: COMM 217 Financial Accounting

Intermediate Financial Accounting - Volume 1

This text is intended for a first course in Intermediate Financial Accounting. It presumes that students have already completed one or two Introductory Financial Accounting courses. Includes: case studies, exercises, and solutions May suit: COMM 217 Financial Accounting

Principles of Accounting - Volume 1 Financial Accounting

Principles of Financial Accounting

Managerial Accounting

Intermediate Financial Accounting - Volume 2

This text is intended to be the second of two in Intermediate Financial Accounting courses. It presumes that students have already completed the Introductory Financial Accounting, and the first Intermediate Financing Accounting course. Includes: case studies, exercises, and solutions May suit: COMM 305 Managerial Accounting

Principles of Accounting - Volume 2 Managerial Accounting

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Finance

admin — Sun, 31 May 2020 01:56:49 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
International Finance: Theory and Policy

Description and Access

International Finance: Theory and Policy

The textbook is intended for a one-semester course in International Finance. It provides detailed descriptions of major macroeconomic variables, covers the interest rate parity and purchasing power parity theories of exchange rate determination, takes an exhaustive look at the pros and cons of trade imbalances and presents the well-known AA-DD model to explore the effects of fiscal and monetary policy under both fixed and flexible exchange rates.

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Management

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Leading with Cultural Intelligence	IBUS 492
Organizational Behaviour	MANA 341, MANA 366
Mastering Strategic Management- 1st Canadian Edition	MANA 343, MANA 420
Human Resources Management	MANA 362
Strategic Management	MANA 362, MANA 463
Good Corporation, Bad Corporation: Corporate Social Responsibility in the Global Economy	MANA 369
A Primer on Sustainable Business	MANA 369, MANA 374
Principles of Management	MANA 420, MANA 447
Small Business Management in the 21st Century	MANA 451, MANA 480

Description and Access

Leading with Cultural Intelligence

This textbook outline the important ideas of cultural intelligence and the steps that must be considered and then practiced to become a culturally intelligent leader. The most important aspect covered within this book is that cultural intelligence is both a strategy and a tool towards cultural competency and proficiency. This book outlines the importance of understanding culture and its impact on organizations, the strategic value of cultural intelligence, and the significance of integrating and practicing cultural intelligence in everyday business life. Includes: Chapter Summaries, Cases. May suit: IBUS 492 Cross-Cultural Communication and Management

Organizational Behaviour

Published through the University of Minnesota, this text has been successfully adopted and has received positive reviews from other faculty. This text is meant to provide students with the necessary critical thinking skills, vocabulary, and framework to navigate situations that may arise effectively. This version is an adaptation of a former resource provided by a publisher. It includes an "Organizational Behaviour ToolBox" which incorporates an experiential component of understanding the concepts. Includes: exercises, summaries, references, and organizational behaviour toolbox. May suit: MANA 341 Organization Theory and Design, MANA 366 Industrial Relations and Collective Barganing

Mastering Strategic Management – 1st Canadian Edition

This Canadian edition includes Canadian specific content, images, and references. It contains multiple graphic concept pages and real-world company examples in each chapter. Includes: PowerPoint slides. May suit: MANA 343 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution, MANA 420 Management Research for Decision Making

Human Resources Management

The conversational style of this textbook engages students, while the academic rigor of its content provides them with the tools that any manager needs-whether they work in HR or a different department. Includes: cases and team activities May suit: MANA 362 Human Resource Management

Strategic Management

This textbook is designed as an introduction to the key topics and themes of strategic management. The open textbook is intended for a senior capstone course in an undergraduate business program and is suitable for a wide range of undergraduate business students including those majoring in marketing, management, business administration, accounting, finance, real estate, business information technology, and hospitality and tourism. Includes: Glossary of terms May suit: MANA 362 Human Resource Management, MANA 463 Strategic Human Resource Management

Good Corporation, Bad Corporation: Corporate Social Responsibility in the Global Economy

This text was developed through the Open SUNY project by the State University of New York, specifically by business professors. This text has been positively reviewed by faculty and has been successfully adopted.

Includes: instructor resources, case studies, external resources, exercises, applications, examples

May suit: MANA 369 Business and Sustainability

A Primer on Sustainable Business

This textbook outline how sustainability impacts all perspectives of Business, from three major functions of Business: Operations Management, Finance, Marketing, to the other areas of Business such as Human Resources, Information System and etc.. It summarizes a variety of resources and best business practices, which give college students and practitioners a good introduction. Includes: glossary, and cases May suit: MANA 369 Business and Sustainability, MANA 374 Sustainable Management

Principles of Management

This OpenStax textbook takes a traditional approach to management, which is the leading, planning, organizing, and controlling approach. It covers many management areas such as human resource management and strategic management, as well as behavioral areas such as motivation. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, PowerPoint slides, test bank, exercises, and questions May suit: MANA 420 Management Research for Decision Making, MANA 447 Leadership and Motivation

Small Business Management in the 21st Century

The textbook covers all traditional topics of entrepreneurship such as value creation, family business, business plan, marketing strategy, accounting, financing, and organization. I found it especially valuable today that the book also has chapters on E-business and international business, which are increasingly common venues for entrepreneurial small businesses. As a result, I think the book provides aspiring entrepreneurs with what they need to know in order to start, operate, expand, or close a business in today's world. May suit: MANA 451 Managing a Small Business, MANA 480 Entrepreneurial Family Business

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Marketing

admin — Sun, 31 May 2020 01:58:02 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Principles of Marketing	MARK 302, MARK 305
Introduction to Consumer Behaviour	MARK 305
Customer Centric Strategy	MARK 305, MARK 454, MARK 463
eMarketing: The Essential Guide to Marketing in a Digital World	MARK 452
Internet Marketing: A highly Practical Guide to Every Aspect of Internet Marketing	MARK 452
The Power of Selling	MARK 454

Description and Access

Principles of Marketing

The textbook covers the experience and process of actually doing marketing - not just the vocabulary. It carries five dominant themes throughout in order to expose students to marketing in today's environment: Service dominant logic, sustainability, ethics and social responsibility, global coverage, and metrics. Includes: discussion questions and activities May suit: MARK 302 Marketing Research, MARK 305 Consumer Behaviour

Introduction to Consumer Behaviour

This open textbook was designed for students studying business or marketing at an undergraduate level. It draws on the fields of marketing, business, communications, media studies, psychology, sociology, and anthropology. The book invites readers to examine the internal forces that shape consumer decision-making, such as perceptions, motivations, personality, and attitudes as well as the external ones, such as social and situational influences, culture, and subcultures. This text centers on the lived experiences of today’s consumers, specifically, undergraduate students. Includes: End-of-chapter exercises and glossary of terms May suit: MARK 305 Consumer Behaviour

Customer Centric Strategy

This textbook is intended for undergrad students studying in the area of marketing. Customer centricity which is covered in this textbook is about organizational transformation making the customer the focus for business decisions, processes, product development, services, and procedures. Some companies purport to be customer-centric but they fall short in connecting this concept throughout all functional areas of the business. Includes: Glossary of terms, videos, end-of-chapter exercises, self-check quizzes, PowerPoint slides May suit: MARK 305 Consumer Behaviour, MARK 454 Personal Selling, MARK 463 Retailing

eMarketing: The Essential Guide to Marketing in a Digital World

Already in its 6th edition, this textbook is written by Rob Stokes, a specialist, and lecturer on the subject. Includes: case studies, questions, further reading May suit: MARK 452 e-Marketing

Internet Marketing: A highly Practical Guide to Every Aspect of Internet Marketing

This textbook focuses on a specific internet marketing tools, including the basics of internet marketing, websites as effective foundations for holistic marketing, writing effective online copy, successful email marketing campaigns, online advertising, search engine optimization, social media, measurability, and performance indicators, mobile marketing, and developing a holistic plan for success. Includes: Student Resources May suit: MARK 452 e-Marketing

The Power of Selling

The textbook is written by Kimberly K. Richmond, an executive, author, speaker, and professor in the sales and marketing arena. It teaches students how to apply the tenets of selling to how to sell themselves and get the job they want, with the same process professional salespeople learn (or brush up) on their own selling skills. Includes: questions, role play, videos May suit: MARK 454 Personal Selling

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Supply Chain and Business Technology Management

admin — Sun, 31 May 2020 01:58:41 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Database Design	BTM 382
Project Management	BTM 480
Project Management	BTM 480
Project Management from Simple to Complex	BTM 480
Project Management: Navigating the Complexity with a Systematic Approach	BTM 480
Information Systems for Business and Beyond	BTM 481
Information Systems	BTM 481
Business Information Systems: Design an App for that	BTM 481, BTM 495

Description and Access

Database Design

An introductory textbook that covers database systems and database design concepts. Includes: end-of-chapter exercises, sample ERD exercises, and SQL lab with solution May suit: BTM 382 Database Management

Project Management

This textbook covers the basics of project management, including the process of initiation, planning, execution, control, and closeout. Includes: PowerPoint slides, questions, and audio files May suit: BTM 480 Project Management

Project Management

This openstax textbook provides you with the foundations of project management. This includes a history of project management, and project characteristics and stakeholders. This textbook goes into detail about the project life cycle and how to plan a project from beginning to end. Includes: glossary of terms May suit: BTM 480 Project Management

Project Management from Simple to Complex

The textbook is written in collaboration with an expert in Project Management and an expert in writing instructional textbooks. It explores project management in a complex, virtual, and global environment. Includes: essay questions, discussions, and exercises May suit: BTM 480 Project Management

Project Management: Navigating the Complexity with a Systematic Approach

This book covers the fundamentals of project management and aims to guide undergraduate and graduate students to acquire the building blocks of project management. Includes: end-of-chapter exercises May suit: BTM 480 Project Management

Information Systems for Business and Beyond

This textbook is written as an introductory text, meant for those with little or no experience with computers or information systems. It gives an introduction to the concept of information systems, their use in business, and the larger impact they are having in the world. Includes: study questions, and exercises May suit: BTM 481 Information Systems Analysis

Information Systems

This Open textbook explains the foundations of Information Systems. Introduction to concepts, principles, methods, and procedures that will be valuable in thinking about existing organization systems, proposing new systems, and working with IS professionals in implementing new systems. Includes: end-of-chapter exercises May suit: BTM 481 Information System Analysis

Business Information Systems: Design an App for that

The book takes a practical approach to teaching students the fundamentals of business information systems and illustrates the SDLC approach to analyzing/planning/designing/building and deploying an information system (an iPhone app). This textbook showcases analysis and design aspects - presenting and using concepts of BPR (business process re-engineering) and UI/UX design thinking approaches to create practical assignments for the analysis/design of an app. Includes: exercises May suit: BTM 481 Information Systems Analysis, BTM 495 Information System Design and Implementation

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Introduction

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Concordia faculty members and students are invited to discover Open Educational Resources (OER) that may suit their courses. OER by Discipline Resource Guide: Concordia University, second edition, offers a mapping of open textbooks and potentially relevant courses in each department. The main sections correspond with Concordia University’s six faculties which are as follows:

Faculty of Arts and Science – Humanities
Faculty of Arts and Science – Sciences
Faculty of Arts and Science – Social Sciences
Faculty of Fine Arts
Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science
John Molson School of Business

Open Textbook Grants

There are grants available for Concordia faculty members to adopt or customize an open textbook for Concordia University courses The grants provide funding to hire Concordia students in support of the work involved in identifying and evaluating, adopting, customizing, or creating open textbooks and revising course content as a result of incorporating a new textbook. To learn more, go to the OER Grants webpage.

Interested in Getting Involved?

This guide is being continuously updated as new resources are identified from major OER. If you have suggestions, want to contribute, or otherwise get involved please check out OER Get Involved webpage.

What is an Open Textbook?

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The following is a revised version of What is an Open Textbook? by Christina Hendricks: An open textbook is like a commercial textbook, except (1) it is publicly available online free of charge (or at a low cost in print), and (2) it has an open licence that allows others to reuse it, download and revise it, and redistribute it. For example, this guide has a Creative Commons Attribution licence, which allows reuse, revision, and redistribution so long as the original creator is attributed. In addition to saving students money, an open textbook can be revised to be more relevant to one’s teaching and learning objectives. In an open textbook, one may add examples more relevant to one’s own context or the topic of a course, or embedded slides, videos, or other resources. Undergraduate students in an introductory-level physics course reported that the thing they most appreciated about the open textbook used in that course was that it was customized to fit the course, followed very closely by the fact that it was free of cost (Hendricks, Reinsberg, and Rieger 2017). Several commercial publishers offer relatively inexpensive digital textbooks (whether on their own or available through an access code that students must pay to purchase), which may have certain limitations and other issues:

Access for students is often limited to a short period of time;
Students cannot buy used copies from others, nor sell their own copies to others, to save money;
Depending on the platform you use, there may be limits to how students can interact with and take notes on the books (and they may not be able to export their notes outside the book, so they lose access to those as well when they lose access to the book).

None of these is the case with open textbooks. Students can download any book and keep it for as long as they wish. They can interact with it in multiple formats: on the web; as editable word processing formats; offline as PDF, EPUB; as a physical print book, and more.

Journalism

admin — Sun, 31 May 2020 02:24:45 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Beginning Journalism	JOUR 205
The Data Journalism Handbook	JOUR 302
Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Description and Access

Beginning Journalism

This online educational resource is designed to provide students with an introduction to the field of journalism in a society that expects immediate, accurate and useful information. May suit: JOUR 205 Principles of Journalistic Thought and Practice

The Data Journalism Handbook

A project of the European Journalism Centre and the Open Knowledge Foundation, this handbook is a collection of tips and techniques from leading journalists, professors, software developers, and data analysts. May suit: JOUR 302 Reporting and Research Methods for Journalism

Media Innovation and Entrepreneurship

This is a modular open textbook designed for entrepreneurial journalism, media innovation, and related courses. It underwent student and faculty testing and open review. Includes: instructor resources

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Liberal Arts College

admin — Sun, 31 May 2020 02:28:30 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 1	LBCL 291, LBCL 391
Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 2	LBCL 291, LBCL 391
Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 3	LBCL 291, LBCL 391
Understanding Music: Past and Present	LBCL 390, LBCL 392
Music: Its Language, History and Culture	LBCL 390, LBCL 392

Description and Access

Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 1

This peer-reviewed open textbook is about the origins of civilization in Mesopotamia c. 8,000 BCE through the early Middle Ages in Europe c. 1,000 CE. This volume covers topics including Mesopotamia,Egypt, Persia, Greece, Rome, the Islamic caliphates, and the early European Middle Ages. May suit: LBCL 291 Political and Philosophical Foundations I, LBCL 391 Political and Philosophical Foundations II

Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 2

This open textbook looks at the early Middle Ages to the French Revolution in 1789 CE. This volume covers topics including the High Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the European conquest of the Americas, the Reformation, the Scientific Revolution, and the Enlightenment. May suit: LBCL 291 Political and Philosophical Foundations I, LBCL 391 Political and Philosophical Foundations II

Western Civilization: A Concise History - Volume 3

This open textbook looks at 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. May suit: LBCL 291 Political and Philosophical Foundations I, LBCL 391 Political and Philosophical Foundations II

Understanding Music: Past and Present

Understanding Music: Past and Present is a peer-reviewed open Music Appreciation textbook co-authored by music faculty across Georgia. The text covers the fundamentals of music and the physics of sound, an exploration of music from the Middle Ages to the present day, and a final chapter on popular music in the United States. Includes: audio/video clips, glossary May suit: LBCL 390 History of Music: Ancient to Classical, LBCL 392 History of Music: Classical to Contemporary

Music: Its Language, History and Culture

The chapters in this book contain definitions and explanations of musical terms and concepts, short essays on subjects related to music as a creative performing art, biographical sketches of major figures in music, and historical and cultural background information on music from different periods and places. Includes: instructor and student resources May suit: LBCL 390 History of Music: Ancient to Classical, LBCL 392 History of Music: Classical to Contemporary

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School of Irish Studies

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Canadian History: Pre-Confederation
The Emergence of Irish Gothic Fiction - Histories, Origins, Theories

Description and Access

Canadian History: Pre-Confederation

The Emergence of Irish Gothic Fiction - Histories, Origins, Theories

This book provides a robustly theorised and thoroughly historicised account of the ‘beginnings' of Irish gothic fiction, maps the theoretical terrain covered by other critics, and puts forward a new history of the emergence of the genre in Ireland.

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Theological Studies

admin — Sun, 31 May 2020 02:29:59 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Studying the Bible: The Tanakh and Early Christian Writings

Description and Access

Studying the Bible: The Tanakh and Early Christian Writings

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Science College

admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 17:08:32 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Think Complexity: Exploring Complexity Science with Python
Physical Methods in Chemistry and Nano Science

Description and Access

Think Complexity: Exploring Complexity Science with Python

This book is about complexity science, data structures and algorithms, intermediate programming in Python, and the philosophy of science.

Physical Methods in Chemistry and Nano Science

This book is intended as a survey of research techniques used in modern chemistry, materials science, and nano science.

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Education

admin — Sun, 31 May 2020 02:32:50 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Educational Psychology	EDUC 210
Foundations of Education and Instructional Assessment	EDUC 230
Introduction to Education	EDUC 230
Choosing & Using Sources: A Guide to Academic Research	EDUC 250, EDUC 464
Doing Research - A Student's Guide to Finding and Using the Best Sources	EDUC 250, EDUC 464
The Information Literacy User’s Guide: An Open, Online Textbook	EDUC 250
Introduction to Curriculum for Early Childhood Education	EDUC 260, EDUC 400, EDUC 460
Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education	EDUC 297
Creating Online Learning Experiences	EDUC 305, EDUC 307, EDUC 405
Education for a Digital World: Advice, Guidelines and Effective Practice from Around Globe	EDUC 305, EDUC 307
Teaching in a Digital Age	EDUC 305, EDUC 307, EDUC 405
The Role of Equity and Diversity in Early Childhood Education	EDUC 361, EDUC 402
Elementary Earth and Space Science Methods	EDUC 382
Humanizing Science Through STEAM Challenges	EDUC 382, EDUC 400
Teaching Early and Elementary STEM	EDUC 382
Mathematics for Elementary Teachers	EDUC 386, EDUC 387, EDUC 388
Mathematics Methods for Early Childhood	EDUC 386
Oral Communication for Non-Native Speakers of English	TESL 221, TESL 326
Conventions 101: A Functional Approach to Teaching (and Assessing!) Grammar and Punctuation	TESL 231, TEST 232

Description and Access

Educational Psychology

This textbook provides a comprehensive overview of most fundamental educational psychology theories. May suit: EDUC 210 Psychology of Education

Foundations of Education and Instructional Assessment

This book has been written, read, and studied by Undergraduate university students enrolled in their first education course. It introduces the basics of education and instructional assessment. Includes: assessments and assessment strategies, rubrics May suit: EDUC 230 Introduction to Philosophy of Education

Introduction to Education

This introductory textbook provides students with an introduction to the field of education. It focuses on questions students may have about education in general. May suit: EDUC 230 Introduction to Philosophy of Education

Choosing & Using Sources: A Guide to Academic Research

This textbook provides a process for academic research and writing, from formulating your research question to selecting good information and using it effectively in your research assignments. Includes: activities May suit: EDUC 250 Introductory Information Literacy Skills in Education, EDUC 464 Research Methods in Child Studies

Doing Research - A Student's Guide to Finding and Using the Best Sources

A modules-based approach to learning research skills that emphasizes the reflective nature of information discovery, the contextual basis for evaluating that information, and a recognition that information has value. Includes: activities, short quizzes May suit: EDUC 250 Introductory Information Literacy Skills in Education, EDUC 464 Research Methods in Child Studies

The Information Literacy User’s Guide: An Open, Online Textbook

This textbook introduces students to critical concepts of information literacy for the information-infused and technology-rich environment in which they find themselves. Includes: case studies, scenarios, exercises, interactive quizzes May suit: EDUC 250 Introductory Information Literacy Skills in Education

Introduction to Curriculum for Early Childhood Education

This book covers a wide range of topics related to the design of curriculum and inquiry with young children. Includes: learning theories, case studies, scenarios, reflection opportunities May suit: EDUC 260 Historical and Current Curriculum Models for Early Childhood and Elementary Education, EDUC 400 Teaching Across the Curriculum, EDUC 460 Child Studies Field Experience: Early Childhood Settings

Observation and Assessment in Early Childhood Education

This textbook focuses on the appropriate use of a variety of assessment and observation strategies to document child development and behaviour. May suit: EDUC 297 Internship II: Observation and Evaluation in Education

Creating Online Learning Experiences

This book looks at issues that comprise the online learning experience creation process. It is meant for for new and experienced designers alike, whether creating traditional online courses, open learning experiences, or anything in between. May suit: EDUC 305 Technology for Educational Change, EDUC 307 Integrating Digital Technologies and Social Media in Learning Environments, EDUC 405 Children and Technology

Education for a Digital World: Advice, Guidelines and Effective Practice from Around Globe

The book contains a comprehensive collection of proven strategies and tools for effective online teaching, based on the principles of learning as a social process. It offers practical, contemporary guidance to support e-learning decision-making, and instructional choices, as well as program and course planning, and development. Includes: online resources May suit: EDUC 305 Technology for Educational Change, EDUC 307 Integrating Digital Technologies and Social Media in Learning Environments

Teaching in a Digital Age

The textbook has been positively-reviewed and translated into many languages. It examines the underlying principles that guide effective teaching in an age when everyone is using technology. A framework and a set of guidelines are suggested for making decisions about teaching, while understanding that every subject is different, and every teacher and instructor has something unique and special to bring to their teaching. Includes: scenarios, activities May suit: EDUC 305 Technology for Educational Change, EDUC 307 Integrating Digital Technologies and Social Media in Learning Environments, EDUC 405 Children and Technology

The Role of Equity and Diversity in Early Childhood Education

This textbook explores the partnership and taps into the family as a primary resource for early childhood educators. It explains how they must reach out to, learn about, and develop strong partnerships with families. May suit: EDUC 361 Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood Settings, EDUC 402 Diversity Issues in Childhood

Elementary Earth and Space Science Methods

This book includes resources to help university students and aspiring teachers better understand science and feel confident in their abilities as future teachers. Includes: big ideas and big questions, lesson plans, reflection opportunities May suit: EDUC 382 Teaching Science Concepts in the Elementary Classroom

Humanizing Science Through STEAM Challenges

This book features 51 children's stories and their accompanying audiobooks which aim to integrate STEM and the Arts to humanize science and scientific inquiry with the history and philosophy of science in mind. May suit: EDUC 382 Teaching Science Concepts in the Elementary Classroom, EDUC 400 Teaching Across the Curriculum

Teaching Early and Elementary STEM

This textbook provides support to pre-service early childhood and elementary teachers in their journey to become facilitators of science, technology, engineering, and math, or “STEM,” and "integrated STEM" in their future classrooms. Includes: examples, free resources, scenarios, reflection questions, rubrics May suit: EDUC 382 Teaching Science Concepts in the Elementary Classroom

Mathematics for Elementary Teachers

This book aims to help readers understand elementary mathematics more deeply, gain facility with creating and using mathematical notation, develop a habit of looking for reasons and creating mathematical explanations, and become more comfortable exploring unfamiliar mathematical situations. Includes: activities, examples, problem banks May suit: EDUC 386 Teaching Mathematics I, EDUC 387 Teaching Mathematics II, EDUC 388 Teaching Mathematics III

Mathematics Methods for Early Childhood

This textbook includes relevant math instruction for early childhood learning. Includes: concepts based on research, examples, reflection questions, real-world connections May suit: EDUC 386 Teaching Mathematics I

Oral Communication for Non-Native Speakers of English

This book is meant to serve as an instructional tool for both learners and teachers in the field of pronunciation. Topics covered include vowel and consonant sounds, word stress, thought groups, prominence, and intonation. May suit: TESL 221 Phonology for Teachers, TESL 326 TESL Pedagogy: General

Conventions 101: A Functional Approach to Teaching (and Assessing!) Grammar and Punctuation

This is a collection of cumulative units of study for conventional errors common in student writing. It zeroes in problems typically seen in writing of all types, from the eternal "there/they're/their" struggle to correct colon use. Units are organized from most simple to most challenging. Includes: examples, worksheets May suit: TESL 231 Modern English Grammar, TESL 232 English Grammar

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Loyola College for Diversity and Sustainability

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Sustainability: A Comprehensive Foundation

Description and Access

Sustainability: A Comprehensive Foundation

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School of Community and Public Affairs

admin — Sun, 31 May 2020 02:35:18 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Cree: Language of the Plains / nēhiyawēwin: paskwāwi-pīkiskwēwin
Knowing Home: Braiding Indigenous Science with Western Science, Book 1
Knowing Home: Braiding Indigenous Science with Western Science, Book 2
Our Stories: First Peoples in Canada
Pulling Together: Foundations Guide
Restoring Indigenous Self-Determination: Theoretical and Practical Approaches
Globalization and Labour in the Twenty First Century
Critical Perspectives on Migration in the Twenty-First Century

Description and Access

Indigenous Studies

Cree: Language of the Plains / nēhiyawēwin: paskwāwi-pīkiskwēwin

A comprehensive resource with a broad range of learning materials Cree language learners. Includes: workbook, audio lab sessions, Cree audio sessions user guide

Knowing Home: Braiding Indigenous Science with Western Science, Book 1

This book provides a window into the vast storehouse of innovations and technologies of the Indigenous peoples who live in Northwestern North America.

Knowing Home: Braiding Indigenous Science with Western Science, Book 2

This book provides a window into the vast storehouse of innovations and technologies of the Indigenous peoples who live in Northwestern North America.

Our Stories: First Peoples in Canada

A multimedia open textbook that was developed through a decolonizing lens with Indigenous peoples from across Canada. The materials present a balance of historical and contemporary materials that value Indigenous perspectives. Includes: videos, podcasts

Pulling Together: Foundations Guide

Part of an open professional learning series developed for staff across post-secondary institutions in British Columbia, this is a foundational guide to indigenize the institution and professional practice. Includes: knowledge check questions and answers

Restoring Indigenous Self-Determination: Theoretical and Practical Approaches

This Indigenous Studies text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers concepts in Indigenous Self-Determination, from definitions to the UN declaration on Tibet. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, summaries

Globalization

Globalization and Labour in the Twenty First Century

This globalization text has been positively-reviewed. It covers introductory concepts in globalization and the human condition, from capitalism to labour in the twenty-first-century. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

Migration

Critical Perspectives on Migration in the Twenty-First Century

This migration text has been positively-reviewed and has been successfully adopted by other faculty. It covers concepts in 21st-century migration, from human rights to the 2015 migrant crisis. Includes: instructor resources, student resources, and summaries

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Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Exploring Movie Construction and Production: What's so Exciting about Movies?	FMPR 231
Moving Pictures: An Introduction to Cinema	FMPR 231 and FMST 200
Film Appreciation	FMST 200

Description and Access

Exploring Movie Construction and Production: What's so Exciting about Movies?

This open textbook contains eight chapters of the major areas of film construction and production, including: theme; genre; narrative structure' character portrayal; story; plot; directing style; cinematography; and editing. Includes: instructor resources, production and cinematography assignments May suit: FMPR 231 Filmmaking I

Moving Pictures: An Introduction to Cinema

This textbook is an introduction to the art and science of moving pictures. It explores the tools and techniques of mise-en-scene, narrative form, cinematography, editing, sound and acting, how each has contributed to the evolution of cinematic language, and how that evolution implicates critical issues of representation in mass media. May suit: FMPR 231 Filmmaking I, FMST 200 Introduction to Film

Film Appreciation

This open textbook provides an overview of film history and addresses essential themes in film studies, namely narration, mice-en-scene, cinematography, editing, sound and genres. It provides a guide on writing film analysis. May suit: FMST 200 Introduction to Film

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Contemporary Dance

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Introducing Choreography	DANC 206
Waltzing Through Europe	DANC 211
Discover the Arts, vol.1: Intro, Visual Art, Music and Dance	DANC 330
Human Biology: Human Anatomy and Physiology	DANC 350

Description and Access

Introducing Choreography

Created as part of an introductory module to Choreography, aimed at first-year undergraduates studying dance. Includes: Teacher notes, instructions for students about two e-learning assessment tasks May suit: DANC 206 Choreography

Waltzing Through Europe

"From ‘folk devils’ to ballroom dancers, Waltzing Through Europe explores the changing reception of fashionable couple dances in Europe from the eighteenth century onwards.

A refreshing intervention in dance studies, this book brings together elements of historiography, cultural memory, folklore, and dance across comparatively narrow but markedly heterogeneous localities."

May suit: DANC 211 Dance Traditions

Discover the Arts, vol.1: Intro, Visual Art, Music and Dance

"In this section there are links to reading selections about the history and development of classical ballet forms and modern dance forms, as well as links to videos, productions and other related materials to assist in discovering the world of dance." This section looks at body position, forms, style, and process. May suit: DANC 330 Principles of Anatomy and Body Movement

Human Biology: Human Anatomy and Physiology

This open textbook contains chapters on the skeletal and muscular systmes. May suit: DANC 350 Practical Anatomy for the Moving Body

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Creative Arts Therapies

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
ARTCOM: Open Educational Resource on Art Therapy	CATS 609
Handbook of Social and Clinical Psychology: The Health Perspective	CATS 610

Description and Access

ARTCOM: Open Educational Resource on Art Therapy

This handbook explores the boundary line separating social and clinical psychology. It serves as a comprehensive resource book for theorists, researchers, and scholars working at the interface of social and clinical psychology. May suit: CATS 609 Introduction to Dance/Movement Therapy

Handbook of Social and Clinical Psychology: The Health Perspective

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Design and Computation Arts

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Graphic Design and Print Production Fundamentals	DART 221
The Elements of Typographic Style Applied to the Web	DART 280

Description and Access

Graphic Design and Print Production Fundamentals

The textbook is written by a group of select experts with a focus on different aspects of the design process, from creation to production - addresses the many steps of creating and then producing physical, printed, or other imaged products that people interact with on a daily basis. May suit: DART 221 Visual Communication in Context

The Elements of Typographic Style Applied to the Web

This book is a practical guide to all aspects of typography on the web. It deftly combines implementation details with typographic theory, and is ideal for designers, developers and anyone else involved in the process of creating a website.

May suit: DART 280 Investigations in Typographic Design

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Music

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Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Music: Its Language, History and Culture	MHIS 204
Fundamentals of Music Theory	MUSI 201
Open Music Theory – Version 2	MUSI 201
A Practical Approach to Understanding Music Theory	MUSI 201
Understanding Basic Music Theory	MUSI 201
Fundamentals, Function, and Form: Theory and Analysis of Tonal Western Art Music	MUSI 223
Resonances: Engaging Music in Its Cultural Context	MUSI 223
Sound Reasoning	MUSI 223
Understanding Music: Past and Present	MUSI 223
Sight-Reading for Guitar: The Keep Going Method Book and Video Series

Description and Access

Music: Its Language, History and Culture

The chapters in this book contain definitions and explanations of musical terms and concepts, short essays on subjects related to music as a creative performing art, biographical sketches of major figures in music, and historical and cultural background information on music from different periods and places. Includes: instructor and student resources May suit: MHIS 204 Music History from 1800 to the Present

Fundamentals of Music Theory

This open e-book is the result of a project funded by a University of Edinburgh Student Experience Grant. It presents materials that deal with the building blocks of musical stave (sometimes known as staff) notation, a language designed to communicate about musical ideas which is in use around the world. The resources in this e-book include video lectures and their transcripts, as well as supporting text explanations, examples and illustrations. The materials introduce topics such as the organization of discrete pitches into scales and intervals, and temporal organization of musical sounds as duration, in rhythm and metre. These rudiments are presented through an introduction to the elements of five-line stave notation, and through critical discussion of the advantages and limitations served by notational systems in the representation and analysis of musical sounds. This serves as the basis of further explanations, to illustrate musical concepts including key, time signature, harmonisation, cadence and modulation. May suit: MUSI 201 Introduction to Music Fundamentals

Open Music Theory – Version 2

Open Music Theory is an open-source, interactive, online textbook intended to serve as the primary text and workbook for undergraduate music theory curricula. OMT2 has been designed inclusively. Topics range beyond the standard harmony and atonal theory to include fundamentals, musical form, jazz, pop, and orchestration. And within those traditional sections of harmony and atonal theory, the authors have deliberately chosen composers who represent diverse genders and races. Includes: interactive music-notation modules May suit: MUSI 201 Introduction to Music Fundamentals

A Practical Approach to Understanding Music Theory

A Practical Approach to Understanding Music Theory is an open textbook designed for the non-music performance major or music business/audio engineer who needs to professionally interface with musicians without needing to write or compose music. The material is designed around a spiral learning model in which a very simple straightforward concept is introduced, defined, and explained. From this point and forward the book adds one element of music theory after another until a broad base of musical understanding and application is achieved. May suit: MUSI 201 Introduction to Music Fundamentals

Understanding Basic Music Theory

This open textbook covers all areas of basic music theory and is geared towards the beginner who has had experience in reading music on some level, but desires more comprehensive instruction. May suit: MUSI 201 Introduction to Music Fundamentals

Fundamentals, Function, and Form: Theory and Analysis of Tonal Western Art Music

Fundamentals, Function, and Form is an interactive open textbook that provides its readers with a comprehensive study of the theory and analysis of tonal Western art music. The text is supplemented with over eight hundred musical examples which, in the online version of the text, include embedded audio files for immediate aural reinforcement of theoretical concepts. Most of these examples are drawn from the literature, including nearly 200 excerpts by women and other underrepresented groups. May suit: MUSI 223 Understanding Music

Resonances: Engaging Music in Its Cultural Context

This open textbook is intended primarily for use in the college music appreciation classroom, but was designed with consideration for independent learners, advanced high school students, and experienced musicians. Includes: instructor and student resources, including listening guides May suit: MUSI 223 Understanding Music

Sound Reasoning

Sound Reasoning is a web-based, introductory music appreciation course. It offers a new approach to music appreciation for adults, focusing on style-independent concepts. While the course concentrates primarily on Western classical and modern music, the concepts that are introduced apply to music of any style or era. The goal of Sound Reasoning is to equip you with questions that you may ask of any piece of music, thereby creating a richer and more comprehensive understanding of music both familiar and unfamiliar. No ability to read music is required: the course assumes little or no musical background and a minimum of terminology is invoked. The course is interactive and musical examples are interpolated directly into the text. A “listening gallery” with exercises follows each module, and the modules may be studied in sequence or individually. Sound Reasoning is designed as both a stand-alone, self-paced course as well as a supplement to existing university classes. Includes: instructor and student resources, including "listening galleries" May suit: MUSI 223 Understanding Music

Understanding Music: Past and Present

Understanding Music: Past and Present is a peer-reviewed open music appreciation textbook co-authored by music faculty across Georgia. The text covers the fundamentals of music and the physics of sound, an exploration of music from the Middle Ages to the present day, and a final chapter on popular music in the United States. Includes: audio/video clips, glossary May suit: MUSI 223 Understanding Music

Sight-Reading for Guitar: The Keep Going Method Book and Video Series

The textbook teaches guitar players from all musical backgrounds to understand, read and play modern staff notation in real time. The series contains 20 units that start at the beginner level and progress to the intermediate/advanced level. Includes: videos, practice

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Studio Arts

admin — Sun, 31 May 2020 02:04:19 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
Digital Photography for Graphic Communications

Description and Access

Digital Photography for Graphic Communications

The textbook serves as a reference for a one-semester course in digital photography for graphic communications.

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Theatre

admin — Sun, 31 May 2020 02:04:32 +0000

Open Textbooks and Concordia Courses

Open Textbook Title	Potentially Relevant Courses
An Introduction to Technical Theatre	DFTT 209
Technical Theatre Practicum - Version 1	DFTT 209
Theatrical Worlds	DFTT 209
Lighting Design for the Theatre	DFTT 311
Storytelling on Screen: An Online Playback Theatre Archive and Guidebook	PERC 351
#TheatreAppreciation

Description and Access

An Introduction to Technical Theatre

An Introduction to Technical Theatre draws on the author’s experience in both the theatre and the classroom over the last 30 years. Intended as a resource for both secondary and post-secondary theatre courses, this text provides a comprehensive overview of technical theatre, including terminology and general practices. May suit: DFTT 209 Design for Live Performance I

Technical Theatre Practicum - Version 1

This open textbook offers an introduction to the world of technical theatre, including working with actors, scenography, lighting, costumes, sound, production, and more. May suit: DFTT 209 Design for Live Performance I

Theatrical Worlds

This wide-ranging open textbook from the University of Florida College of Fine arts presents an introduction to theatre history, theory, design, and performance. May suit: DFTT 209 Design for Live Performance I

Lighting Design for the Theatre

This online course explores the artistry of Lighting Design. Students gain an overall technical working knowledge of the tools of the trade and learn how and where to apply them to a final design. However essential technical expertise is, the class stresses the artistic, conceptual, collaborative side of the craft. May suit: DFTT 311 Lighting Design Conception

Storytelling on Screen: An Online Playback Theatre Archive and Guidebook

Playback Theatre is a form of community-centered storytelling theater where the audience tells stories, which are then reflected by a company of actors and musicians. Storytelling on Screen: An Online Playback Theatre Archive and Guidebook is an open education resource consisting of a collection of full-length recordings of online Playback Theatre performances, and a 55-page explanatory guidebook. The resource as a whole is suitable for a wide range of theatre students in courses such as applied theatre, theatre for social justice, improvisation, theatre appreciation, or acting. May suit: PERC 351 Community Arts: The Art of Engagement

#TheatreAppreciation

#TheatreAppreciation is a textbook for introductory level lecture classes such as Theatre Appreciation and Introduction to Theatre. It provides insight about the art and craft of theatre, a brief exploration of theatre history, and discussion about the styles and forms of theatre along with an overview of professions in the field.

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OER Repositories

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Here are some of the repositories used to discover the OER contained within this guide:

BCcampus Open Textbook Collection

A growing selection of open textbooks for a variety of subjects and specialties. Many have been reviewed by faculty, meet accessibility requirements, and/or include supplementary materials.

eCampusOntario Open Textbook Library

Over 300 open textbooks in subjects including arts, business, health, recreation, science, and social sciences.

LibreTexts

Lyryx Learning

Open textbooks for math and economics; license fees for accompanying online assessments. Print-on-demand is available for purchase.

Mason OER Metafinder

A meta-search tool that simultaneously searches several large OER repositories of open educational materials.

MERLOT

Peer-reviewed free learning materials, exercises and webpages, and open textbooks.

OASIS (Openly Available Sources Integrated Search)

A search tool for the discovery of open content from 57 different sources.

OER Commons

A large OER repository, including textbooks. A product of the Institute for the Study of Knowledge Management in Education.

OpenStax

Peer-reviewed texts in science, math, and social sciences. Supported by additional learning resources. Print copies are available via Amazon.

OpenSUNY

Open textbooks in a variety of disciplines.

Open Textbook Library

A resource for peer-reviewed academic textbooks that are free, openly licensed, and complete.

Wikibooks

Open Textbook project with 2800+ titles.

Acknowledgements

jkoonings — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 16:21:13 +0000

The first edition of OER by Discipline Resource Guide: Concordia University (2020) was an adaptation of the following two resources:

OER by Discipline Guide: McMaster University by Joanne Kehoe and Olga Perkovic, CC BY
OER by Discipline Directory by Bccampus, CC BY

Thanks to Chloe Lei, John Vatsis, Laura Lalonde, Dereje Taye, and Ryan Cooper et al. for the essential step of adapting the first edition. Released in 2023, the second edition of OER by Discipline Resource Guide: Concordia University offers navigational changes and additional potentially relevant open textbooks and course-to-resource mappings. Our OER work-study team of 2022-2023 collaborated with me on leading design changes aimed at accessibility and ease of use as well as the expansion of the listed resources themselves. Thank you to OER work-study assistants Sana Ahmad, Sarah Fakri, and Jonnathan I. Koonings for their meticulous and insightful contributions. Special thanks to students attending our OER workshops for undergraduate students, such as Help OER Grow: Open Educational Resources Have a Future Through Collaboration (first taught on March 8, 2022), for learning about potentially relevant OER in their courses and contributing to our textbook-course mapping in this living resource guide. - Rachel Harris, Scholarly Publishing Librarian

Versioning History

jkoonings — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 16:23:35 +0000

This page provides a record of edits and changes made to this book since its initial publication. If the change is minor, the version number increases by 0.1. If the edits involve substantial updates, the version number increases to the next full number. As the guide is being continuously updated, the addition or removal of resources is not recorded on this page. Changes made to the original resources include, but are not limited to:

The structure of the guide was changed to reflect the departments and courses at Concordia University;
New resources were added to the guide;
Some resources that are outdated or not suitable have been and are being removed;
Existing resources have been matched with Concordia courses they may be suitable for and what resources the OERs include;
Significant back-end changes were made to make it easier to navigate the discipline guidebook;
Development of educational resources for the community on how to use the guide and about OER more generally.

For feedback or additional files (e.g., PDF, ePUB), please don't hesitate to get in touch with oer@concordia.ca.

Version	Date	Change	Affected Web Page
1.0	June 16, 2020	Original publication date.
1.1	Oct 6, 2020	The book cover has been updated.

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Buy

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Access Denied

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Book Information

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OER Grants

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Faculty of Arts and Science – Humanities

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Faculty of Arts and Science – Sciences

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Faculty of Arts and Science – Social Sciences

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Faculty of Fine Arts

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Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science

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John Molson School of Business

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How the guide works

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[INSERT VIDEO HERE. Needs a caption.] For each OER listed, you will find: A summary of the book based on the content, author, or other included features such as exercises, learning objectives, and slide decks. The “May Suit” line lists Concordia courses that may be potentially relevant as is or by adopting and customizing. There are grants available for the adoption and adaptation of OER. Learn more here. To help our Open Educational Resources program, please fill out the Adoption Form if you plan to adopt them into your course.