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  • Author:
    Aesoph, Lauri
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    "The BC Open Textbook Print on Demand Guide is a an-progress (open creation) practical manual on the what, why, and how of creating your own hard copy textbook of any openly licensed textbook found in the B.C. Open Textbook Collection. However, these same steps can be used to create a print-on-demand textbook from other collections providing you have access to the correct file types. This guide will be updated as new information, practices and processes are developed"--BC Campus website.

  • Author:
    Aesoph, Lauri
    Summary:

    "This Pressbooks Guide was created to provide information specific to the creation and adaptation of open textbooks and other open educational resources (OER) using the authoring platform, Pressbooks. It is intended to act as an adjunct to the very comprehensive Pressbooks Userguide. Specifically, this guide addresses the issues faced by authors of open textbooks, most of whom are using versions of Pressbooks for which the PressBooks Textbook plugin has been installed"--BC Campus website.

  • Author:
    Aesoph, Lauri
    Summary:

    "The B.C. Open Textbook Adaptation Guide is a practical guide to adapting or revising open textbooks using the PressBooks platform. Included are tips to revising this OER, how to use the Pressbooks publishing platform, and general information on open textbooks and other open educational resources (OER)"--BC Campus website.

  • Author:
    Ratt, Solomon
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    "Building on mâci-nêhiyawêwin / Beginning Cree, Solomon Ratt's first influential Cree language resource, âhkami-nêhiyawêtân / Let's Keep Speaking Cree helps intermediate nêhiyawêwin learners begin to understand more advanced grammar of the language. The textbook is more than a language textbook though: it includes a series of the author's original stories written in Cree, complete with comprehension questions, making it ideal for self-study as well as classroom use."

  • Author:
    Simpson, Kathleen Rice
    Summary:

    An official publication of the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), Perinatal Nursing, fourth edition presents up-to-date information based on the most rigorous evidence and offers suggestions for best practices. This new edition of the authoritative, comprehensive text used by perinatal nurses worldwide features a wealth of new content to keep practice current. New chapters related to patient safety and the development of a highly reliable perinatal unit, inform nurses how to conduct team training and drills for obstetric emergencies, create checklists and effectively handoff patients. It features expanded coverage of high-risk pregnancy, from bleeding in pregnancy to preterm labor and birth, diabetes, cardiac disease, pulmonary complications, multiple gestation and maternal-fetal transport. An all-new chapter on obesity in pregnancy covers risks to the mother and fetus, care from preconception to postpartum, as well as bariatric surgery. An expanded chapter on newborn nutrition includes new sections on the infant feeding decision, benefits of breastfeeding, nutritional components and preterm milk and lactation.

  • Author:
    Troiano, Nan H., Harvey, Carol J., Chez, Bonnie Flood
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    Published in conjuction with AWHONN and unique in the market, this comprehensive book on advanced obstetrics practice focuses on the care of childbearing women with complications during pregnancy, and the related professional concerns of the perinatal professional caring for them. This is a substantial revision that reflects the significant change in this specialty area and the necessity to collaborate in practice to maximize patient outcomes—all chapters are revised by RN-MD author teams. Includes the AWHONN perinatal Morbidity Advisory Panel top 5 Issues (Obesity; Thromboembolic Disease; Diabetes; Perinatal Infections; Cardiac Disease). The entire first section presents the realities of today's practice including ethics, collaboration and patient safety. A separate section details the primary complications of pregnancy.

  • Author:
    Baumback, Wally
    Summary:

    "The AutoCAD 3D eBook was written as a tool to guide and teach you to master AutoCAD. No two students learn at the same pace, therefore the eBooks were written with competency-based modules. The competency-based modules are bite-size pieces that allows you to work at your own pace. They can be used to learn by distance education, correspondence, online, instructor-lead classes, or by individuals teaching themselves to use AutoCAD in their own home or office. This eBook was designed to be used on AutoCAD software that was designed for the Windows operating system. An editable, Pressbooks version of this textbook is under development."--BCcampus website.

  • Author:
    Baumback, Wally
    Summary:

    "The AutoCAD 2D eBook was written as a tool to guide and teach you to master AutoCAD. No two students learn at the same pace, therefore the eBook was written with competency-based modules. The competency-based modules are bite-size pieces that allows you to work at your own pace. They can be used to learn by distance education, correspondence, online, instructor-lead classes, or by individuals teaching themselves to use AutoCAD in their own home or office. This eBook was designed to be used on AutoCAD software that was designed for the Windows operating system. An editable, Pressbooks version of this textbook is under development"--BCcampus website.

  • Author:
    Byrnes, David
    Summary:

    Used by everyone from engineers and architects to interior designers and draftspeople, AutoCAD 2013 is the world’s leading 2D and 3D technical drawing program. But, with so many options and features available, finding your way around AutoCAD can be a challenge, even for experienced CAD professionals. AutoCAD 2013 For Dummies is here to help. You’ll learn to build a solid foundation for all your projects, use standard CAD techniques, get familiar with new tools and features and start sharing your models and designs in no time with this easy-to-follow guide. * Covers the latest AutoCAD features and techniques, including creating a basic layout, navigating the AutoCAD Ribbon, drawing and editing, working with dimensions, adding text, creating 3D models and more * Walks readers through setting up a drawing environment, applying visual styles, managing data across several drawings and showcasing your designs to potential clients and customers * Features full-color illustrations that mirror what you’ll see on your AutoCAD 2013 screens plus a companion website with downloadable drawing files so you can put your CAD skills to the test Whether you’re an AutoCAD amateur or a modeling master, AutoCAD 2013 For Dummies has something for you.

  • Author:
    Byrnes, David
    Summary:

    AutoCAD is the leading software used to create 2D and 3D technical drawings. Used by engineers, architects and drafting professionals, it can be complex and is a perfect subject for the tried-and-true For Dummies format. Full-color illustrations make the instructions even easier to follow, because examples in the book appear exactly as they will on the screen. * Explains AutoCAD and gets readers quickly up to speed on the latest version * Features full-color illustrations that look the same as the AutoCAD 2012 screens, making the interface and the all-important Model view easier to understand * Covers all the new features, creating a basic layout, using AutoCAD DesignCenter, drawing and editing, working with dimensions, adding text and more Newcomers to AutoCAD will easily master the software with help from this full-color edition of AutoCAD 2012 For Dummies.

  • Author:
    Mitchell, Sharon A.
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    We're thrilled to announce that this Amazon bestseller is also a B.R.A.G. Medallion winner!After suddenly receiving custody of his five year old son, Ben must learn how to be a dad. The fact that he'd even fathered a child was news to him. Not only does this mean restructuring his sixty-hour workweek and becoming responsible for another human being, but also Kyle has autism.Enter the school system and a shaky beginning. Under the guidance of a gifted teacher, Ben and Kyle take tentative steps to becoming father and son.Teacher Melanie Nicols sees Ben as a deadbeat dad, but grudgingly comes to admire how he hangs in, determined to learn for his son’s sake. Her admiration grows to more as father and son come to rely on Melanie being a part of their lives.When parents receive the news that their child has autism, they spend countless hours researching the subject, usually at night, after an exhausting day. Teachers, when they hear that they'll have a student with an autism spectrum disorder, also try to learn as much as they can. This novel was written for such parents and teachers - an entertaining read that offers information on autism and strategies that work.Bonus SectionAt the back of the book are links and references useful to parents and teachers.What Are Reviewers Saying? "A gem of a book"" A true delight - Highly, highly recommendedJust couldn't put it down""Highly informative and extremely helpful - Couldn't take my eyes off it"I loved this book from beginning to end - Just plain awesomeI could feel the author's passion - What a great way to learn about autism"Entertains, entrances & educates: 3 for the Price of One!""This wonderful book is about a Dad, Ben, meeting his autistic son Kyle for the very first time, when Mom dumps him suddenly on his doorstep, saying she can no longer take care of him. Through the eyes of Ben, we get a glimpse of both the challenges and joys of being a parent of a child who sees the world in different ways.""Unlike some stories that speak of autistic children, this one brings a wealth of hope and information! As we look over Ben's shoulder, we see a glimpse of the learning tools currently being used in the classroom today, and we get glimpses of things that could be helpful in the day to day life of an autistic child.""I appreciated this story on several levels. First I enjoyed the story of Ben discovering what it means to be a parent, especially a single parent. Second, I enjoyed watching Kyle find his own means of success in this new and upside down world. ""I enjoyed the glimpse into classroom life and options available today. Finally I enjoyed the quiet romance between Mel and Ben."

  • Author:
    Loughran, Maire
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    Want to be an auditor and need to hone your investigating skills? Look no further. This friendly guide gives you an easy-to-understand explanation of auditing—from gathering financial statements and accounting information to analyzing a client's financial position. Packed with examples, it gives you everything you need to ace an auditing course and begin a career today. * Auditing 101 — get a crash course in the world of auditing and a description of the types of tasks you'll be expected to perform during a typical day on the job * It's risky business — find out about audit risk and arm yourself with the know-how to collect the right type of evidence to support your decisions * Auditing in the real world — dig into tons of sample business records to perform your first audit * Focus on finances — learn how both ends of the financial equation—balance sheet and income statement—need to be presented on your client's financial statements * Seal the deal—get the lowdown on how to wrap up your audit and write your opinion * After the audit—see the types of additional services that may be asked of you after you've issued your professional opinion Open the book and find: * A day in the life of an auditor * Who gets audited and why * Professional standards and ethics * How to assess audit risk * Tips on collecting and documenting audit evidence * The best way to get to know your client * Auditing practices for every business angle (revenue, purchases, personnel and more) * What you'll need to complete the audit Learn to: * Understand the concepts and theories of auditing * Conduct internal and external audits * Ensure accurate and correct records * Avoid fraudulent practices

  • Author:
    Hendelman, Walter J.
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    L'Atlas de neuroanatomie fonctionnelle constitue le manuel incontournable pour les étudiants en médecine et les neurosciences de même que pour les médecins résidents qui débutent le programme de spécialisation en neurologie, neurochirurgie ou autres domaines connexes.

  • Author:
    Urbain, Jean-Didier
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    Around the world, when people think of vacation it's the beach they want-even when long distances must be traversed, the seashore is the place to escape the rigors of modern life. How did this come to be, and what does our ongoing love affair with the beach mean? How do shore vacations differ from traditional tourism, and what does this tell us about our dreams and fears? In At the Beach, Jean-Didier Urbain offers witty and insightful answers to these questions.

  • Author:
    Fraknoi, Andrew
    Summary:

    "Astronomy is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of one- or two-semester introductory astronomy courses. The book begins with relevant scientific fundamentals and progresses through an exploration of the solar system, stars, galaxies and cosmology. The Astronomy textbook builds student understanding through the use of relevant analogies, clear and non-technical explanations, and rich illustrations. Mathematics is included in a flexible manner to meet the needs of individual instructors."--Open Textbook Library.

  • Author:
    Conrad, Dianne, Openo, Jason
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    For many learners assessment conjures up visions of red pens scrawling percentages in the top right-hand corner of exams and feelings of stress, inadequacy, and failure. Although negative student reactions to evaluation have been noted, assessment has provided educational institutions with important information about learning outcomes and the quality of education for many decades. But how accurate is this data and has it informed practice or been fully incorporated into the learning cycle? Conrad and Openo argue that the potential in many of the new learning environments to alter and improve assesment has yet to be explored by educators and students. In their investigation of assessment methods and learning approaches, Conrad and Openo aim to explore assessment that engages learners and authentically evaluates education. They insist that moving to new learning environments, specifically those online and at a distance, afford educators opportunities to embrace only the most effective face-to-face assessment methods and to realize the potential of delivering education in the digital age. In this volume practitioners will find not only an indispensable introduction to new forms of assessment but also a number of best practices as described by experienced educators.

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    The popularity of natural building has grown by leaps and bounds, spurred by a grassroots desire for housing that is healthy, affordable, and environmentally responsible. While there are many books available on specific methods such as straw-bale construction, cob, or timber framing, there are few resources which introduce the reader to the entire scope of this burgeoning field. Fully revised and updated, The Art of Natural Building is the complete and user-friendly introduction to natural building for everyone from the do-it-yourselfer to architects and designers. This collection of articles from over fifty leaders in the field is now stunningly illustrated with over two-hundred full-color photographs of natural buildings from around the world. Learn about: -The case for building with natural materials, from the perspectives of sustainability, lifestyle, and health -What you need to know to plan and design your own beautiful and efficient natural home -Explanations of thirty versatile materials and techniques, with resources on where to go for further information on each -How these techniques are being used to address housing crises around the world. Clearly written, logically organized, and beautifully illustrated, The Art of Natural Building is the encyclopedia of natural building. Joseph F. Kennedy is a designer, builder, writer, artist, educator, and co-founder of Builders Without Borders. Michael G. Smith is a respected workshop instructor, consultant, and co-author of the best-selling book The Hand-Sculpted House. Catherine Wanek is a co-founder of Builders Without Borders and author/photographer of The Hybrid House and The New Straw Bale Home.

  • Author:
    Cline, Eric H.
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    George Washington University professor, Eric Cline examines the real history of Troy and delves into archaeological discoveries. Through his analysis of known data, Cline provides a fuller, richer understanding of this historic clash.

  • Author:
    Bergeron, Emilie, Villeneuve, Corine
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    Aquatic Animals is a fascinating and surprising book that takes us to the mysterious marine world. Guided by a mythical being, your child will discover surprising facts about aquatic life. Ready to dive? The interactive picture books in the Word Box collection encourage the development of the child’s vocabulary while having fun! Offered in French, English, and Spanish, they are also a great way to discover other languages, and show the right way to say words, thanks to the narration. At the end you will find questions, supplements, or games to have even more fun! The Word Box collection is designed to appeal to girls and boys.

  • Author:
    Potvin, Patrice, Riopel, Martin
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    Cet ouvrage apporte un éclairage original à l’enseignement et l’apprentissage de la technologie dans le contexte des programmes du primaire, du secondaire, du collégial et de l’universitaire, qui sont à caractère technologique. Les parents et les curieux, tout autant que les pédagogues, y trouveront plein d’astuces, entre autres, pour «réinventer la roue» au primaire ou pour utiliser des robots à des fins pédagogiques. Il constitue en quelque sorte une suite logique à un premier ouvrage sur l’enseignement des sciences intitulé Regards multiples sur l’enseignement des sciences et dans lequel de nombreux acteurs du monde de l’enseignement des sciences avaient aussi accepté de partager leurs points de vue sur cet enjeu crucial.

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