Search results for "Community Medicine"

Case Studies in Community Psychology Practice: A Global Lens

Copyright Year: 2022

Authors: Palmer, Rogers, Viola, and Engel

Publisher: Rebus Community

License: CC BY

There is no better way to demonstrate the work and impact of community psychologists and allies than by showcasing actual projects conducted in partnership with communities. This textbook displays this work in a dynamic case study format that will ignite students' desire and passion to study and become future community psychologists or those whose heart beats with the beloved community. You can find community psychologists and allies partnering with communities to change racist policies, end health disparities, create alternate settings for youth, foster community-based models to heal trauma, evaluate programs, and much more!

Inequality and Interdependence: Social Problems and Social Justice

Copyright Year: 2025

Authors: Puttman, Burrows, Howe, Karena, Antoine, Szott, and Temple

Publisher: Open Oregon Educational Resources

License: CC BY

Inequality and Interdependence: Social Problems and Social Justice examines the persistent social problems of our world, asking both who suffers and who benefits. We explore inequality in issues that challenge communities today, such as education, mental health, death and dying, and disaster recovery, among others. We invite students to celebrate the work of those who remind us of our interdependence, to imagine powerful equitable solutions, and to co-create a more just world.

Teaching in the University: Learning from Graduate Students and Early Career Faculty

Copyright Year: 2022

Editors: Westfall-Rudd, Vengrin, and Elliott-Engel

Publisher: Virginia Tech Publishing

License: CC BY-NC

The primary objective of this book is to provide a resource for graduate teaching assistants who are looking for practical strategies and guidance as they begin their careers as postsecondary STEM educators. The text is designed to address a comprehensive list of topics to support the professional development of new faculty, recognizing that those holding academic faculty positions within a college or university are expected to be active in teaching, discovery, and outreach.

Principles of Biology: Biology 211, 212, and 213

Copyright Year: 2017

Authors: Bartee, Shriner, and Creech

Publisher: Open Oregon Educational Resources

License: CC BY

The Principles of Biology sequence (BI 211, 212 and 213) introduces biology as a scientific discipline for students planning to major in biology and other science disciplines. Laboratories and classroom activities introduce techniques used to study biological processes and provide opportunities for students to develop their ability to conduct research.

Human Services Practicum: An Equity Lens

Copyright Year: 2025

Authors: Smith, Guyer, Mancinelli-Franconi, and Pearce

Publisher: Open Oregon Educational Resources

License: CC BY

This text is designed to be used in fieldwork seminar courses that generally accompany students’ internship experience. Topics include issues that students will most likely face during their fieldwork. The text begins with early internship issues of getting to know the agency and becoming part of a team. Later chapters address topics including effective supervision, ethical dilemmas, and working with an equity lens.

Mental Disorders and the Criminal Justice System

Copyright Year: 2025

Authors: Nichol, Harding, and McKirdy

Publisher: Open Oregon Educational Resources

License: CC BY-NC

This is an introductory textbook exploring the management and treatment of people with mental disorders throughout the criminal justice system.

Drug Use and Misuse: A Community Health Perspective

Copyright Year: 2022

Authors: Bazan, Barnes, Santens, and Verone

Publisher: University of Illinois Library - Urbana

License: CC BY-NC

Drug Use and Misuse: A Community Health Perspective provides students with an introduction to the biological, psychological, and legal aspects of drug use and misuse through the lens of community health and discusses the impact of drug use and misuse on community health. The book contains eight distinct chapters addressing the background of drug use and misuse, including key terms, as well as an introduction to different categories of drugs including gateway drugs, opioids, and prescription drugs, and a conclusion that describes evidence-based prevention and treatment models. Originally developed for use in the popular undergraduate survey course “Drug Use and Abuse” taught at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, the book is aimed at students learning about community health and the effects of drug use in a variety of contexts, such as survey courses for pharmacology, psychology, or public health.

Foundations of Education: Cultivating Diverse Perspectives - Revised Edition

Copyright Year: 2026

Authors: De Valdenebro and Mead

Editor: Margolis

Publisher: Open Oregon Educational Resources

License: CC BY-NC-SA

Shaping and inspiring future minds is arguably the most vital work humanity can do. Preparing future educators requires us to grapple with the history of education, reflect on our own experiences and biases, and continually adapt to meet the unique needs of our students and communities—and this book was written to guide that journey.

Changing Society

Copyright Year: 2025

Authors: Krouskop, Cushing, Puttman, and Temple

Publisher: Open Oregon Educational Resources

License: CC BY-SA

Changing Society offers a foundational exploration of the causes, impacts, and dynamics of social change. Informed by the tenets of universal design, equity and belonging, and a commitment to a decolonizing approach, it is written for undergraduate students majoring in social sciences, social work, ethnic studies, or social justice studies.

Plan para el éxito en la universidad y la carrera profesional v 1.3

Copyright Year: 2021

Authors: Dillon, Hill, and Lamoreaux

Publisher: Rebus Community

License: CC BY

Blueprint for Success in College and Career es una remezcla de cuatro REA (recursos educativos abiertos) ya existentes: A Different Road To College: A Guide For Transitioning To College For Non-traditional Students de Alise Lamoreaux, How to Learn Like a Pro! de Phyllis Nissila, Foundations of Academic Success: Words of Wisdom, editado por Thomas Priester, College Success, proporcionado por Lumen Learning, y un libro de texto previamente protegido por derechos de autor con contenido que ahora tiene licencia abierta: Blueprint for Success in College: Indispensable Study Skills and Time Management Strategies, de Dave Dillon. Blueprint for Success in College and Career, un OER (Open Educational Resource) es una guía gratuita para que les estudiantes tengan éxito en el aula y en su carrera. Este texto, diseñado para mostrar cómo tener éxito en la universidad y en la preparación de la carrera, se centra en las técnicas de estudio, la gestión del tiempo, la exploración de la carrera, la salud y los conocimientos financieros.