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Academic Communication
College ESL Writers: Applied Grammar and Composing Strategies for Success
This book is designed as a comprehensive grammar and writing text for high intermediate and advanced level non-native speakers of English.
Includes: Integrated examples, exercises, suggested writing topics, grading rubrics
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
For additional options, refer to Writing in the Department of English, Faculty of Arts and Writing and Student Success Resources in Resources Across All Disciplines for potential OER.
Biology
Provincial Biology (BCcampus Coursepack) [New]
This course covers the learning outcomes and core topics of Provincial Biology as described by the Adult Basic Education Curriculum found in the most recent edition of the British Columbia ABE Articulation Handbook, including the completion of seven or more labs. Students are introduced to topics in cellular biology, genetics, anatomy and physiology [Description from resource].
Includes: Lecture slides, assignments, test bank.
Licence: CC BY 4.0 except where otherwise noted
For additional options, refer to the Department of Biological Sciences in the Faculty of Science for potential OER.
Chemistry
Chemistry: Atoms First 2e (OpenStax)
This peer reviewed OpenStax textbook was developed by chemistry professors from the OpenStax textbook listed above, to accommodate the authors’ “atoms first” approach to teaching introductory chemistry.
Includes: Instructor resources, exercises, solutions, simulations, glossaries
Licence: CC BY 4.0
Refer to the Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Science for potential OER.
General Sciences
Intermediate General and Applied Science (BCcampus Coursepack) [New]
This course package is designed as an introduction to general and applied science. It satisfies the learning outcomes for British Columbia Adult Basic Education Intermediate General and Applied Science (Science 10 in B.C.) and found in the most recent edition of the B.C. ABE Articulation Handbook. Students are introduced to important basic science concepts relevant to the general or allied health sciences. The principles of biology, physics, and chemistry are studied in a modularized format with an emphasis on the connection between disciplines. Throughout the three modules (chemistry, biology, physics), students explore the scientific method, take part in peer discussions, develop problem-solving skills in classroom and laboratory settings, and learn required skills and knowledge for Grade 10 Science that will prepare them to further explore their areas of interest [Description from resource].
Includes: Lecture slides, instructors manual, lab manual, assignment prompts.
Licence: CC BY 4.0 except where otherwise noted
For additional options, refer to the the appropriate subject in the Faculty of Science for potential OER.
English
Refer to the Department of English in the Faculty of Arts for potential OER.
Indigenous Studies
Refer to the Department of History in the Faculty of Arts and Indigenous Resources and Languages in Resources Across All Disciplines for potential OER.
Mathematics
Intermediate Level Math (BCcampus Coursepack) [New]
This course enables students to broaden their understanding of mathematical concepts and extend their mathematical skills through problem solving. Students will estimate reasonably and create models with mathematics in situational contexts. Students will cement their mathematical skills and thinking strategies as they solve many multi-step problems. They will also explore, analyze, and apply mathematical ideas to realistic word problems and projects. This course pack was designed to help students reach their full potential in intermediate math. It could be used for face-to-face, hybrid (blended), or fully online learning [Description from resource].
Includes: Assignments, tests, final exam.
Licence: CC BY 4.0 except where otherwise noted
Key Concepts of Intermediate Level Math [New]
This textbook is a concise, understandable, and effective guide on intermediate level mathematics. This book can be used by Adult Basic Education programs at colleges, students in community colleges, high schools, tutoring, resource rooms, self-study readers, new teachers to brush up on their mathematics, professionals as a quick review of some basic mathematic formulas and concepts, and by parents to help their children with homework. In this book, each topic, concept, term, and phrase has a clear definition followed by examples. It acts as a concise study guide, quickly getting to the heart of each particular topic, helping students with a quick review before doing mathematics homework or preparing for tests. Key terms, definitions, properties, phrases, concepts, formulae, rules, and equations are easily located, and it provides clear step-by-step procedures for applying theorems and solving word problems, using realistic real-world application examples. In addition, each unit has a self-test that allows students to test their understanding of the material. Students can also take the self-test before beginning the unit to determine how much they know about the topic. Those who do well may decide to move on to the next unit [Description from resource].
This textbook can be used with the coursepack Intermediate Level Math.
Licence: CC BY 4.0
For additional options, refer to the Department of Mathematics and Statistics in the Faculty of Science for potential OER.
Physics
Physics: High School (OpenStax)
This Physics resource was developed under the guidance and support of experienced high school teachers and subject matter experts. It is presented here in multiple formats: PDF, online, and low-cost print. Beginning with an introduction to physics and scientific processes and followed by chapters focused on motion, mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, and light, this book incorporates a variety of tools to engage and inspire students. Hands-on labs, worked examples, and highlights of how physics is applicable everywhere in the natural world are embedded throughout the book, and each chapter incorporates a variety of assessment types such as practice problems, performance tasks, and traditional multiple choice items. Additional instructor resources are included as well, including direct instruction presentations and a solutions manual (Description from resource).
Includes: labs, worked examples, practice problems, assessments, instructor resources
Licence: CC BY 4.0
For additional options, refer to the Department of Physics and Astronomy in the Faculty of Science for potential OER.
Social Studies
Canadian History: Post-Confederation – 2nd Edition
This 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. Much of this text follows thematic lines. Each chapter moves chronologically but with alternative narratives in mind.
Includes: Summaries, key points, key terms, short answer exercises, glossary
Licence: CC BY 4.0
Confronting Canadian Migration History
This open collection of essays speak 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.
Licence: CC BY-SA 4.0
Liberalism, Surveillance, and Resistance: Indigenous Communities in Western Canada, 1877-1927
This open book explores the means used to facilitate and justify colonization, their effects on Indigenous economic, political, social, and spiritual lives, and how they were resisted.
Licence: CC BY-NC-ND 2.5 CA (Note: This is an open access text which restricts remixing and adapting).
For other options, refer to the Department of History in the Faculty of Arts and Indigenous Resources and Languages in Resources Across All Disciplines for potential OER.
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