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Sourcing, summarizing, and synthesizing:  skills for effective research writing  book cover

Sourcing, summarizing, and synthesizing:  skills for effective research writing 

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Author(s): Wendy L. McBride

Publisher: University of Arkansas Libraries

Last updated: 21/08/2023

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Moving Pictures

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Author(s): Russell Sharman

Subject(s): Films, cinema

Last updated: 21/08/2023

A free and open-source introduction to the art and science of cinema. From the earliest iterations to the latest innovations, this introductory text  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. Moving Pictures offers in-depth examination of how cinema communicates, and what, exactly, it is trying to say.

Author Contact: russell.sharman@gmail.com

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Family Financial Management Case Studies (an OER resource)

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Author(s): M. E. Betsy Garrison, PhD

Subject(s): Budgeting and financial management

Institution(s): University of Arkansas

Publisher: University of Arkansas Libraries

Last updated: 17/08/2023

Family financial management involves decisions based on both economic and social factors, including the quality of life and well-being of all family members. Family composition changes throughout the life course of people, including formation and re-formation, and are affected by laws, regulations and policies at multiple levels, from local or national. Six case studies were developed for students to critically think about and through the myriad of decisions that diverse families make as manage their lives and financial resources. Each case study features a different family type: a relocating family with same-sex parents, an uncoupling family with heterosexual parents, widowhood, coupling, a divorcing gay couple, and a single parent family, all within the context of current events in the U.S. For each case study, students are asked by their employer or in a professional role to prepare a report that makes use of highly credible and trusted sources of information and a chart or table as well as a recommendation for the family. To further student learning four reflection questions were also developed. The case studies were piloted in spring 2023 course, revised summer 2023 and will be fully deployed fall 2023 in an undergraduate online course of ~50 students. Case studies will be updated as needed based on current events, including legislative and judicial decisions.

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Teaching Apparel Production

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Author(s): Sheri Deaton

Subject(s): Apparel, garment and textile industries

Institution(s): University of Arkansas

Last updated: 07/08/2023

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Advanced Public Speaking

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Author(s): Lynn Meade

Subject(s): Speeches, Business communication and presentation

Institution(s): University of Arkansas

Publisher: University of Arkansas Open Resource

Last updated: 23/06/2023

This advanced public speaking textbook is designed to encourage you as a speaker and to help you sharpen your skills. It is written to feel like you are sitting with a trusted mentor over coffee as you receive practical advice on speaking. Grow in confidence, unleash your personal power and find your unique style as you learn to take your speaking to the next level--polished and professional. SCROLL DOWN for Chapters
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Human Behavior and the Social Environment II

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Author(s): Whitney Payne

Subject(s): Social work

Publisher: University of Arkansas Libraries

Last updated: 24/02/2023

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Astronomy for Educators

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Author(s): Daniel E. Barth, PhD

Subject(s): Education, Teacher training, Teachers’ classroom resources and material

Publisher: University of Arkansas Libraries

Last updated: 24/02/2023

Astronomy for Educators provides new and accomplished K-12 instructors with concepts and projects for low-cost, high-impact STEM classroom instruction that is built around the National Academies National Research Council’s K-12 Framework for Science Education.

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Critical Employment, Ethical, and Legal Scenarios in Human Resource Development

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Author(s): Claretha Hughes

Subject(s): Educational: Work experience / Careers, Business and Management

Publisher: University of Arkansas Libraries

Last updated: 23/02/2023

This book is intended to be used as a supplement to courses across various fields of study but has direct correlations with human resource development and workforce development. Instructors in any field of study where students examine the work environment and the treatment of employees will find useful scenarios that can be used to facilitate discussions. The topics in this book and supplemental readings can enrich the conversations around enhancing workplace environments and better worker engagement. Without supportive workers, organizations cannot achieve all goals to the extent desired. Workers may exert the effort required to keep their jobs, but they may not exceed performance requirements because they are experiencing scenarios similar to those in this book and their needs are not being met appropriately.

Leaders and workplace trainers may find this supplement useful when introducing subjects that are perceived to be controversial in the workplace. They can allow employees to discuss these scenarios and provide possible solutions to similar scenarios that are encountered at work. Providing a safe environment to discuss intentional and unintentional situations that arise may improve the work climate and lead to unimaginable solutions. Strengthening communication between workers and leaders can improve team performance and ultimately, organizational success.

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Introduction to Education

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Author(s): Jennifer Beasley, Myra Haulmark

Subject(s): Education, Teacher training

Publisher: University of Arkansas Libraries

Last updated: 23/02/2023

This book was written to provide students with an introduction to the field of education. The book is broken into chapters that focus on questions students may have about education in general. Although some chapters may go into more depth than others, this is created as an introductory text.

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Introduction to Apparel Production Workbook

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Author(s): Laurie M. Apple

Subject(s): Sewing, Apparel and fashion: technology and techniques

Institution(s): University of Arkansas

Publisher: University of Arkansas Libraries

Last updated: 23/02/2023