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Issues in Biology

Author(s): Michael Sawey, April Sawey

A solid understanding of basic scientific principles is necessary for everyone—regardless of job position or perceived ability to “do science.” Many students will find themselves in a place where they will need to understand some aspect of science. Most will be parents or voters—and presumably all w...

Juvenile Justice: Breaking the Cycle

Author(s): Shelly Stroud, Rebecca Stroud

Juvenile Justice: Breaking the Cycle serves as a comprehensive overview of the juvenile justice system and helps the reader understand both its complexity and purpose. This book also examines the legal principles and rights afforded to juveniles within the justice system. The text is divided into...

Public Speaking: A Bridge to Success

Author(s): Deirdre L. Simmons

Now more than ever, the world needs critical thinkers who are able to deliver an engaging message with clarity, verity and vitality. In the inclusionary and nuanced Public Speaking: A Bridge to Success, Simmons helps build the bridge from anxiety and trepidation for the diffident and discouraged bud...

Guide to Becoming a Physician

Author(s): Leila E Harrison, Bobbie Ann Adair White, Richard Sanker

This curriculum of this program and website provides a broad survey of the premedical studies, the preparation for medical school admission, and the medical profession itself. Throughout the website and course, we will address the following: the major topics of medical school admission requirements ...

Foundations of Computer Science: A Rigorous, Non-Programming Introduction

Author(s): Roy M Turner, Elise H. Turner

Foundations of Computer Science: A Rigorous, Non-Programming Introduction provides a non-programming, yet rigorous, introduction to computer science.  Although programming is an essential skill for a computer scientist, there are a plethora of good programming textbooks, and the field is much broade...

Detroit and Motown: The Rise and Fall of Two Giants

Author(s): EDWARD HIGGINS

In 1959, Barry Gordy, a twenty-nine year old wanna be boxer borrowed $800 to start a record company. Set against the civil rights movement alongside the decay of one of America’s most storied cities, Motown, Detroit’s History and Music, is the tale of how Motown effected the city of Detroit and how ...