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Policy Analysis of Multi-Actor System - Second Edition
Copyright Year: 2022
Contributors: Enserink, Bots, and van Daalen
Publisher: TU Delft Open
License: CC BY-NC-SA
Policy of Multi-Actor Systems is an introduction into the art of craft of problem exploration and problem structuring. It positions policy analysis as a scientific discipline focused on systems analysis in a multi-actor context to support better informed decision-making. The approach presented in this book is considered to be the cornerstone of the curricula of the Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management of Delft University of Technology and underlies the research on (the governance of) socio-technical systems. Systems thinking applied in a multi-actor environment and its inherent multi-disciplinary character is what makes this work stand out from traditional hard- and soft systems approaches. The core of the book is dedicated to systems analysis, actor- or stakeholder-analysis and discusses methods for dealing with uncertainty. These analytical activities combined lead to a rich problem description and to plans for further research. Due to the stepwise approach this book serves as a basis for any problem analysis both for our bachelor and master students, our alumni worldwide and any interested practitioners.
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The Art of Polynomial Interpolation
Contributor: Murphy
Publisher: Pennsylvania State University
License: CC BY-NC
The inspiration for this text grew out of a simple question that emerged over a number of years of teaching math to Middle School, High School and College students.
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Human Anatomy: Self-Assessment Review Questions
Copyright Year: 2022
Contributors: Nolan and McNamara
Publisher: Virginia Tech Publishing
License: CC BY
Human anatomy is one of the foundational disciplines in the training of health care professionals. Knowledge of human structure at both the macroscopic and microscopic levels serves as a framework for the study of normal function and dysfunction. This workbook presents a series of questions related to a particular area of anatomy. Answers to those questions are included at the end of the book. This approach to self-assessment in basic human anatomy will be helpful to students in preparing for clinical-based learning activities as well as for other types of knowledge assessment and evaluation.
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Public Policy: Origins, Practice, and Analysis
Contributors: Martin, Lee Jr., and Hall
Publisher: University of North Georgia Press
License: CC BY-SA
Public Policy: Origins, Practice, and Analysis
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Principles of Managerial Accounting
Copyright Year: 2017
Contributor: Jonick
Publisher: University of North Georgia Press
License: CC BY-SA
The University of North Georgia Press and Affordable Learning Georgia bring you Principles of Managerial Accounting. Well-written and straightforward, Principles of Managerial Accounting is a needed contribution to open source pedagogy in the business education world. Written in order to directly meet the needs of her students, this textbook developed from Dr. Jonick’s years of teaching and commitment to effective pedagogy.
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Overview of: Healthcare Compliance
Copyright Year: 2021
Contributors: Brinson, Clack, Gill, and Gosa
Publisher: University of North Georgia Press
License: CC BY-SA
Overview of: Healthcare Compliance
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Healthcare in the United States: Navigating the Basics of a Complex System
Copyright Year: 2022
Contributors: Howe, Dozier, and Dickenson
Publisher: University of North Georgia Press
License: CC BY-SA
This book is a collaborative effort among three faculty members from the Darton College of Health Professions, Nursing Department, at Albany State University, a Historically Black College and University (HBCU), and part of the UniversitySystem of Georgia. The book idea originated from a grant-funded program to create open education resources (OER) for students learning in UniversitySystem of Georgia’s eMajor courses. The cost of education in the United States is remarkably expensive, and the added burden of purchasing textbooks for each course can be prohibitive. The opportunity to create free educational materials has been a rewarding experience. A free pdf form of this text is available for download. The authors of this book are registered nurses who have each worked 25 or more years in various roles and specialties within our healthcare system. There have been many changes throughout the years. The authors’ experience and knowledge are from a nursing perspective not found in other texts of similar content.The healthcare system has advanced tremendously since the very beginning of our formalized system. The most significant growth has been in technology use to support, diagnose, increase patient safety, and document patient outcomes.However, more can be done to ensure a system that meets all our citizens’ healthcare needs.Readers of this text will learn a brief history of our healthcare system and explore the current state of health in the U.S. In the next 12 chapters, readers will:
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The Fundamentals of Healthcare Administration: Navigating Challenges and Coordinating Care
Copyright Year: 2021
Contributors: Hamilton, Howell, and Jordan
Publisher: University of North Georgia Press
License: CC BY-SA
This book is written for those interested in acquiring a thorough knowledge base relative to the intricacies of the organizational theories, customs, and insights significant to the management of health service organizations. It examines the foundational aspects of leadership and management as they relate to establishing and maintaining the principles and practices within healthcare organizations. The book opens with a discussion on the differences between health, healthcare, and health care while providing an overview of healthcare management and organizational trends. It culminates in discussions of leadership, management, motivation, organizational behavior, and management thinking. Additionally, it discusses topics of information technology, teamwork, health disparities, organizational culture, performance, and change.
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Compact Anthology of World Literature II
Copyright Year: 2022
Contributors: Turlington, Horton, and Getty
Publisher: University System of Georgia
License: CC BY-SA
The Compact Anthology of World Literature, Parts 4, 5, and 6 is designed as an e-book to be accessible on a variety of devices: smart phone, tablet, e-reader, laptop, or desktop computer. Students have reported ease of accessibility and readability on all these devices.
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Para vivir con salud
Copyright Year: 2022
Contributors: McKnight and Kuhnheim
Publisher: Kathryn Joy McKnight and Jill Kuhnheim
License: CC BY-NC
We are asking anyone who adopts this webbook or uses portions of it in their teaching to please let us know at this link (click here).
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