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Musics: Diversity, Difference, and Synergies

Author: Conner

Publisher: Muhlenberg College

License: CC BY-NC-SA

Musics: Diversity, Difference, and Synergies is a radical re-imagining of how music can be studied. Non-Western, vernacular, and Western art music are valued equally and studied at the same level of depth. Of equal importance is the emphasis placed on hands-on doing. Scales common to Jazz and Western art music are learned by playing them on the piano. Rhythmic skills are embodied on the darbuka, a Middle Eastern goblet drum, through the study of Turkish rhythmic cycles called usuller. Pitch recognition is developed by singing paltas (pitch patterns) for Indian ragas and melodic studies for Turkish makamlar using fixed-do solmization systems. Training in moveable-do solfege for Western art music begins with conducting as a foundation. This is followed by the addition of takadimi syllables for rhythm, solfege syllables aligned with scale degrees, and, finally, pitch.

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Editor: Khan

Publisher: Virginia Tech Libraries

License: CC BY-NC-SA

Introduction to Adulthood and Aging (2026) is a research-based, 358-page Open Educational Resource (OER) adapted with original material added for use in Virginia Tech’s Human Development course, HD 2004: Adulthood and Aging. This text aims to spark reader ideas to address the significant global challenges and opportunities related to aging worldwide, exploring development, loss, resilience, and change and challenging common assumptions about aging. More than just a textbook, this resource is intended to spark reflection, empathy, and connection. The text is a foundation of knowledge and compassion that can be applied in both academic and personal settings, assisting readers to engage with the topic in practical and meaningful ways.

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Surviving Research Publication: A Guide for New Scholars

Author: Terrill

Editors: Compton and O'Donnell

Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press

License: CC BY-NC

This handbook provides the hidden information needed to successfully navigate your first research publications. From the basics of a literature review, through ethics and the use of technology, this book is an essential guide for graduate students and early career researchers. Topics covered include: literature reviews, citations, literature searches, scholarly publishing, research impact measures, research ethics, copyright, authorship, plagiarism, document formatting, and digital accessibility.

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Introduction to Psychology

Authors: Cummings and Sanders

Publisher: University of Saskatchewan

License: CC BY-NC-SA

This introductory text has been created from a combination of original content and materials compiled and adapted from a number of open text publications.

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Marketing Principles From The River City

Authors: Ferguson and Zamudio

Publisher: Virginia Commonwealth University

License: CC BY-NC

Marketing Principles From the River City provides a contemporary exploration into the rudimentary concepts of marketing intended to be a free and open-access handbook for undergraduate introduction to marketing course students, a refresher resource for marketing majors entering upper level marketing courses, and a reference for marketing practitioners. Throughout the book, the reader will notice references to the hometown of Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia, also known as the “River City.” The book is divided into three overarching topic areas: Marketing and Markets, the Marketing Toolkit, and the Marketing Mix. Topics covered in the handbook include consumer and business-to-business behaviors, international marketing, strategic planning, marketing research, segmentation, targeting and positioning, product concepts, distribution, pricing, and promotion concepts.

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Virology Lab Exercises for Undergraduates

Author: Ryndock

Publisher: The Pennsylvania Alliance for Design of Open Textbooks (PA-ADOPT)

License: CC BY

This laboratory manual presents a novel series of undergraduate-friendly experiments designed to provide students with a safe, accessible, and comprehensive introduction to virology. The manual is intended for students who already possess foundational knowledge in cell biology, genetics, and molecular biology, and it emphasizes hands-on learning through diverse experimental approaches. Unlike many existing virology laboratory manuals that depend on costly infrastructure such as mammalian cell culture facilities or focus narrowly on a single viral system, this manual was developed specifically for primary undergraduate teaching institutions. The experiments utilize readily available equipment while exposing students to representative viruses that infect bacteria, plants, and animals. Through these investigations, students gain practical experience with modern virological techniques and develop transferable, employable skills relevant to biotechnology, research, and related industries. Collectively, the laboratory exercises aim to strengthen conceptual understanding of viral biology, promote technical competency, and inspire student curiosity about viruses as dynamic and influential biological entities.

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CHM 151: Chemistry Around Us

Author: Avram

Publisher: LibreTexts

License: CC BY-NC-SA

Chemistry Around Us is a chemistry course designed for non-majors to explore the basics of chemistry and how it relates to the world around us, particularly in the context of climate change, water chemistry and nuclear chemistry.

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The Science of Nutrition

Author: Lehman

Publisher: The Pennsylvania Alliance for Design of Open Textbooks (PA-ADOPT)

License: CC BY-NC-SA

The Science of Nutrition offers a clear and engaging introduction to the fundamental principles of nutrition. This textbook bridges evidence-based research with practical application, making it ideal for both nutrition or science majors and non-majors. Students will explore how nutrition is studied, how dietary recommendations are developed, and why these guidelines matter for health.

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Becoming a Change Facilitator

Authors: Rodriguez and Cavallo

Publisher: University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing

License: CC BY

This book is intended to be a practical guide to explore how to facilitate change within organizations adopting an Organization Development approach. It was developed for teaching undergraduate students who are still learning about organizations and their dynamics. It provides an introduction to Organization Development, focusing in the process to facilitate organizational change and in the values and skills connected with the Organization Development approach. Besides learning what is Organization Development and how it facilitates organizational change, content and activities in this book also aim to help students develop problem-solving skills, system-thinking, teamwork and the ability to communicate effectively and support change.

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Critical Appraisal Practice: Systematic Reviews

Authors: Magro, Thompson, and Plovnick

Publisher: Zenodo

License: CC BY-NC

This concise workbook, aimed for librarians and other educators who teach Evidence-Based Practice, introduces key principles for critically appraising systematic reviews and meta-analyses. It guides readers through evaluating the quality, reliability, and relevance of these studies. The book covers different types of reviews, the steps involved in conducting a systematic review, common biases encountered, and how to interpret forest plots. It also includes practical exercises and resources for educators.

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