Short Description:
This webcourse walks students through the process of conducting literary research while helping to refine their library skills.

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This book, built in PressBooks with financial support from the UCF Digital Learning Course Redesign Initiative, contains 14 chapters, each of which contains two to six pages about the process of literary research. Pages contain learning objectives, infographics, videos, examples, key takeaways, and exercises. The course contains numerous discussion areas and quizzes. It also contains a “foundational materials” assignment that provides a platform for student success with whatever research project their instructor assigns. The book is highly flexible and instructors may use all or any part of the book within their own webcourse.

Word Count: 75027

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Student Engagement Activities for Business Communications is a compilation resource for instructors of workplace writing and oral presentations. The activities in this book can add value and energy to the classroom by engaging students in activities that support their learning. Handouts, links, activity variations, and debrief questions are included.

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Student Engagement Activities for Business Communications is a compilation resource for instructors of workplace writing and oral presentations. The activities in this book can add value and energy to the classroom by engaging students in activities that support their learning. Handouts, links, activity variations, and debrief questions are included.

Word Count: 16639

ISBN: 978-1-9991981-3-8

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After completing my Arabic minor, I wanted to continue my studies but encountered few resources to do so independently. Given my six years of Arabic experience, I decided to write a free, online, Intermediate Arabic textbook through my Open Educational Resources internship. I chose to write a textbook because I saw the value in Arabic materials from the perspective of a student, as I can relate to the struggles of learning Arabic. As so, I structured my project to act as a digital pocket guide for students to use when studying or traveling abroad. The textbook currently contains five units broken down into sections of vocabulary, grammar, cultural dialogues written by Arab students on campus, study abroad advice, and practice activities.

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After completing my Arabic minor, I wanted to continue my studies but encountered few resources to do so independently. Given my six years of Arabic experience, I decided to write a free, online, Intermediate Arabic textbook through my Open Educational Resources internship. I chose to write a textbook because I saw the value in Arabic materials from the perspective of a student, as I can relate to the struggles of learning Arabic. As so, I structured my project to act as a digital pocket guide for students to use when studying or traveling abroad. The textbook currently contains five units broken down into sections of vocabulary, grammar, cultural dialogues written by Arab students on campus, study abroad advice, and practice activities. Themes and topics were chosen based on vocabulary needed to study abroad and mastering skills at the intermediate level. I also seek to make the textbook engaging for all types of learners, therefore I have been using Pressbook’s H5P extension to create fun interactive activities that follow Bloom’s Taxonomy. I hope that my project can help expand the Arabic community at Boise State by encouraging students to continue Arabic and promote intercultural relations with local Arabic speakers.

Word Count: 16195

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This OER textbook has been developed to support Developmental English courses at rural Arizona community colleges. It includes content to help students form coherent sentences, paragraphs, and essays. The content on essays relates to the 5-paragraph essay form. For content on dynamic essay forms, please see the OER textbook Relaying and Responding: A Guide to College Writing.

This source consists of an open textbook organized around making students successful writers. Topics include higher order concerns, such as the writing process and lower order concerns, such as advice on grammar and word choice.

Word Count: 60055

Included H5P activities: 2

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Abstract: Authoring America: A Survey of American Literature from Its Beginnings to 2020 is a five-volume, completely-open anthology that features full text by over 100 authors. From Native American tales of origins to the latest poem read at a presidential inauguration, the selections represent the diverse voices in American literature. This anthology charts the development of the literary production in the United States, highlighting the writers who influenced and authored American letters.

Volume 1 was developed as an adaptation of the textbook "Becoming America: An Exploration of American Literature from Precolonial to Post-Revolution" by Wendy Kurant, developed at the University of Georgia and the Galileo Open Learning Materials program.

Volumes 2-5 were developed as an adaptation of the textbook Writing the Nation a Concise Introduction… by Amy Berke, Robert Bleil, Jordan Cofer and Doug Davis, developed at the University of Georgia and the Galileo Open Learning Materials program. In volumes 4-5, copyrighted materials are linked to the University of Delaware Library's collections. Others using these volumes should check with their librarians to see if these materials are available and can be linked.

Description: Features: Contextualizing introductions to the major literary periods, over 100 historical images, and In-depth biographies of each author.

Integrated writing skills for advanced students of ESOL

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This writing course for advanced students of ESOL offers an integrated approach to metacognition and critical thinking skills, research and source evaluation skills, standard composition and grammar skills, and academic vocabulary skills.

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This writing course for advanced students of ESOL offers an integrated approach to metacognition and critical thinking skills, research and source evaluation skills, standard composition and grammar skills, and academic vocabulary skills.

Word Count: 39220

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Compiled by Jennifer Snoek-Brown, Tacoma Community College Library. This directory of OER subject guides was created for Tacoma Community College faculty and staff, and reflects TCC credit, continuing education, and corrections course offerings. The purpose of these guides is to help faculty and staff more easily find and review OER in their areas so that they can make decisions about quality, accuracy, relevancy, and potential use.

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This directory of OER subject guides was created for Tacoma Community College faculty and staff, and reflects TCC credit, continuing education, and corrections course offerings. The purpose of these guides is to help faculty and staff more easily find and review OER in their areas so that they can make decisions about quality, accuracy, relevancy, and potential use.

Word Count: 2923

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YON TEMWAYAJ PE JULES CAMPION SOU SA JEZU AK LAVYEJ MARI REYALIZE NAN LAVI L DEPI LE L TE TIMOUN JISKOUNYE A.

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PAFWA POLITISYEN YO, ATIS YO KON EKRI « MEMWA » YO. MONSEYE LIGONDE TE BAY YON ENTEVIEW NAN RADIO SOLIDARITE NEW YORK POU L PALE SOU « MEMWA » LI KOMANSE EKRI. MWEN TE REGRET ANPIL YON PE KOU WE JEAN-CLAUDE LESPINASSE MOURI SUBITMAN NAN TRANBLEMAN TE 12 JANVYE 2010 SAN LI PA GEN TAN EKRI « MEMWA » L ALOSKE LI TA GEN ANPIL BAGAY POU L PATAJE. MWEN TOUJOU SWETE KE MONSEYE PEYI DAYITI YO EKRI « MEMWA » YO PASKE YO GEN ANPIL EKSPERYANS AK KONESANS AK SOUVNI YO TE KAPAB PATAJE AK PEP BONDYE A.

DEPI PLIZYE ANE GEN ANPIL MOUN KI TE BANM KONSEY POU M EKRI « MEMWA » MWEN TOU POU ESPLIKE TOU SA BONDYE FE POU MWEN. GEN YON CHANTE KI DI « FOM TEMWAYE TOU SA BONDYE FE POU MWEN ». REYELMAN VRE BONDYE FE ANPIL POU MWEN. FO M TEMWAYE POU M DI L MESI. FO M TEMWAYE PASKE TEMWAJAJ MWEN AN KAPAB EDE LAFWA LOT MOUN VINI PI DJANM. SE POUTET SA MWEN PRAN DESIZYON EKRI LIV SA.

MWEN KOMANSE LIV SA AK SOUVNI MWEN SONJE DEPI M TE GEN 5 LANE. MWEN PALE SOU FANMI MWEN, SOU ETID PRIME AK SEGONDE MWEN. MWEN PALE SOU PASAJ MWEN NAN GRAN SEMINE POTOPRENS KOM SEMINARIS EPI PI TA KOM PWOFESE. MWEN PALE SOU ETID MWEN TE FE NAN VIL WOM AK VIL JERUZALEM. MWEN PALE SOU TOUT MISYON MWEN FE ALETRANJE EPI NAN PEYI DAYITI. MWEN RAKONTE EKSPERYANS MWEN FE KOM KIRE PAWAS SAKRE KE TIJO POTOPRENS. MWEN PALE SOU KAY LAPRIYE CBNDF YO NAN POTOPRENS AK SANT BIBLIK FATIMA BWANEF. MWEN PALE SOU KEK EVENMAN MISTERYE, ETRANJ, MIRAKILE KI RIVE MWEN.

MWEN MANDE BONDYE POU L BENI LIV SA. MWEN EKRI L AN KREYOL POU TOUT MOUN KAPAB KONPRAN LI. MWEN METE L SOU ENTENET POU PLIS MOUN NENPOT KI KOTE KAPAB LI EPI PATAJE L. MWEN MANDE BONDYE BENI TRAVAY SA,BENI TOUT MOUN KAP LI LIV SA. MWEN MANDE LAVYEJ MARI TOUCHE KE MOUN KAP LI TEMWAYAJ SA YO.

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Ɗowtiraaɗi tinndinirde jannde - accompagnés d’un guide de lecture

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Comment, au nom de la justice cognitive, préserver et valoriser les savoirs patrimoniaux et les langues des peuples autochtones du monde entier, souvent méconnus et ignorés ? La proposition de la chercheuse nigérienne Zeïnabou Assoumi Sow est de mettre en lumière un genre très populaire de la littérature orale peule : le conte. Ce livre est ainsi composé de 18 contes, présentés en langue peule et en français, recueillis auprès des Peuls Gaawooɓe, derniers pasteurs nomades de l’ouest du Niger. Ces contes sont accompagnés d’un guide de lecture puisant dans l’univers culturel de ce peuple sahélien, en particulier dans les représentations et la symbolique du bovidé et d’autres animaux. Noy, dow innde kiite potinol hakkeeji nder tewto anndal, reenirta, darjina ɗee annde tawaangaaje e ɗemle wurooje ɗe duuniyaaru fuu, ɓuri hewde ɗe anndaaka, ɗe caanaaka? Jiiɗe lugginɗinoowo annde mo Niijer Zeynabu Aasumi Soo ngoni watta nder yaynaare iri oo anndaaɗo sanne mo filla annde pillaaka mo fulɓe : taalol. Dewtere ndee ndelle no kawri taali 18, kokkaaɗi he fulfulde e he faransiire, keɓaaɗi to fulɓe Gaawooɓe, keddiiɓe nder egga hoɗaaɓe gorgal Niijer. Taali ɗin ɗowtiraama tinndinirde jannde ƴoogunde nder weeyo finaa-tawaa mo ngool lenyol ngol saahel, ɓurde fuu no nagge e kulle ɗeya nji’iretee e ko ɗe coomi.

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Comment, au nom de la justice cognitive, préserver et valoriser les savoirs patrimoniaux et les langues des peuples autochtones du monde entier, souvent méconnus et ignorés ? La proposition de la chercheuse nigérienne Zeïnabou Assoumi Sow est de mettre en lumière un genre très populaire de la littérature orale peule : le conte. Ce livre est ainsi composé de 18 contes, présentés en langue peule et en français, recueillis auprès des Peuls Gaawooɓe, derniers pasteurs nomades de l’ouest du Niger. Ces contes sont accompagnés d’un guide de lecture puisant dans l’univers culturel de ce peuple sahélien, en particulier dans les représentations et la symbolique du bovidé et d’autres animaux.

Noy, dow innde kiite potinol hakkeeji nder tewto anndal, reenirta, darjina ɗee annde tawaangaaje e ɗemle wurooje ɗe duuniyaaru fuu, ɓuri hewde ɗe anndaaka, ɗe caanaaka? Jiiɗe lugginɗinoowo annde mo Niijer Zeynabu Aasumi Soo ngoni watta nder yaynaare iri oo anndaaɗo sanne mo filla annde pillaaka mo fulɓe : taalol. Dewtere ndee ndelle no kawri taali 18, kokkaaɗi he fulfulde e he faransiire, keɓaaɗi to fulɓe Gaawooɓe, keddiiɓe nder egga hoɗaaɓe gorgal Niijer. Taali ɗin ɗowtiraama tinndinirde jannde ƴoogunde nder weeyo finaa-tawaa mo ngool lenyol ngol saahel, ɓurde fuu no nagge e kulle ɗeya nji’iretee e ko ɗe coomi.

Word Count: 56561

ISBN: 978-2-925128-05-2

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Return to milneopentextbooks.org to download PDF and other versions of this textNewParaTeaching Autoethnography is dedicated to the practice of immersive ethnographic and autoethnographic writing that encourages authors to participate in the communities about which they write. This book draws not only on critical qualitative inquiry methods such as interview and observation, but also on theories and sensibilities from creative writing and performance studies, which encourage self-reflection and narrative composition. Concepts from qualitative inquiry studies, which examine everyday life, are combined with approaches to the creation of character and scene to help writers develop engaging narratives that examine chosen subcultures and the author’s position in relation to her research subjects. The book brings together a brief history of first-person qualitative research and writing from the past forty years, examining the evolution of nonfiction and qualitative approaches in relation to the personal essay. A selection of recent student writing in the genre as well as reflective student essays on the experience of conducting research in the classroom is presented in the context of exercises for coursework and beyond. Also explored in detail are guidelines for interviewing and identifying subjects and techniques for creating informed sketches and images that engage the reader. This book provides approaches anyone can use to explore their communities and write about them first-hand. The methods presented can be used for a single assignment in a larger course or to guide an entire semester through many levels and varieties of informed personal writing.NewPara

Long Description:
Teaching Autoethnography is dedicated to the practice of immersive ethnographic and autoethnographic writing that encourages authors to participate in the communities about which they write. This book draws not only on critical qualitative inquiry methods such as interview and observation, but also on theories and sensibilities from creative writing and performance studies, which encourage self-reflection and narrative composition. Concepts from qualitative inquiry studies, which examine everyday life, are combined with approaches to the creation of character and scene to help writers develop engaging narratives that examine chosen subcultures and the author’s position in relation to her research subjects. The book brings together a brief history of first-person qualitative research and writing from the past forty years, examining the evolution of nonfiction and qualitative approaches in relation to the personal essay. A selection of recent student writing in the genre as well as reflective student essays on the experience of conducting research in the classroom is presented in the context of exercises for coursework and beyond. Also explored in detail are guidelines for interviewing and identifying subjects and techniques for creating informed sketches and images that engage the reader. This book provides approaches anyone can use to explore their communities and write about them first-hand. The methods presented can be used for a single assignment in a larger course or to guide an entire semester through many levels and varieties of informed personal writing.

Word Count: 138050

ISBN: 978-1-942341-28-4

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Comprehensive Literacy Instruction in Pre-K through 2nd Grade

Word Count: 45218

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"Teaching Pronunciation with Confidence" is an essential resource for both English teachers and learners, designed to effectively build strong pronunciation skills and knowledge of pronunciation. This guide covers key topics, including English sounds, word stress, intonation, rhythm, prominence, connected speech, and pronunciation diagnostics to guide improvement. The book includes a wide array of interactive H5P activities and sound recordings, which can be used for classroom teaching, or homework and individual practice. These exercises provide practical experience, reinforcing the concepts covered in each chapter.

An OER Textbook for TCID 3080 at UCCS

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Return to milneopentextbooks.org to download PDF and other versions of this textNewParaThis document specifies the recommended format to be used when submitting a formal technical report in a variety of disciplines and purposes. Also, this manual can be used as a guide to compose less formal reports, such as lab reports, that may consist of a subset of the items presented here. It is a useful general guide from which faculty can specify the particular requirements for reports in their courses.

Long Description:
This document specifies the recommended format to be used when submitting a formal technical report in a variety of disciplines and purposes. Also, this manual can be used as a guide to compose less formal reports, such as lab reports, that may consist of a subset of the items presented here. It is a useful general guide from which faculty can specify the particular requirements for reports in their courses.

Word Count: 11304

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A textbook focusing on writing in the workplace, with an emphasis on audience analysis, writing for specific situations, document design, research processes, and visual aids. Order a print copy: https://www.lulu.com/shop/allison-gross-and-billy-merck-and-megan-savage-and-chris-rubio/technical-writing/paperback/product-1wrjdker.html?page=1&pageSize=4

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This open textbook offers students of technical writing an introduction to the processes and products involved in professional, workplace, and technical writing. The text is broken up into sections reflecting key components of researching, developing, and producing a technical report. Readers will also learn about other professional communication, designing documents, and creating and integrating graphics. Written especially for an academic setting, this book provides readers with guidance on information literacy and documenting sources. This book was collected, adapted, and edited from multiple openly licensed sources.

Order a print copy: https://www.lulu.com/shop/allison-gross-and-billy-merck-and-megan-savage-and-chris-rubio/technical-writing/paperback/product-1wrjdker.html?page=1&pageSize=4

Word Count: 45320

ISBN: 978-1-63635-065-3

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A focus on the organization, development, and refinement of technical communications. Internal and external communications, including letters, memos, reports, and presentations are included.

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A focus on the organization, development, and refinement of technical communications. Internal and external communications, including letters, memos, reports, and presentations are included.

Word Count: 77355

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Introduction to Professional Communications in the Technical Fields

Short Description:
This open textbook is designed to introduce readers to the basics of technical communication: audience and task analysis in workplace contexts, clear and concise communications style, effective document design, teamwork and collaboration, and fundamental research skills.

Word Count: 68063

ISBN: 9781550586657

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Introduction to Professional Communications in the Technical Fields

Short Description:
This open textbook is designed to introduce readers to the basics of technical communication: audience and task analysis in workplace contexts, clear and concise communications style, effective document design, teamwork and collaboration, and fundamental research skills.

Word Count: 63465

ISBN: 9781550586657

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