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Healing and Reconciliation Through Education

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Healing and Reconciliation Through Education

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This open educational resource is focused on teaching the history of the colonial legacy of Residential Schools, with an emphasis on exploring the unique history of the Shingwauk Residential School which operated in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada. This project builds upon decades of archival research and data collection, including the recording of oral histories, under the Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre’s (SRSC) mandate of ‘sharing, healing, and learning.’ ‘Realizing Healing and Reconciliation through Education’ is designed to increase the capacity of the SRSC to educate local, regional, and national audience about the history of Residential Schools.

Subject:: Education; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Provider:: eCampusOntario
Author:: Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre
Date Added:: 03/09/2020

Housing and Land Use in Rapidly Urbanizing Regions, Fall 2011

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Housing and Land Use in Rapidly Urbanizing Regions, Fall 2011

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A truly inter-disciplinary course, Housing and Land Use in Rapidly Urbanizing Regions reviews how law, economics, sociology, political science, and planning conceptualize urban land and property rights and uses cases to discuss what these different lenses illuminate and obscure. It also looks at how the social sciences might be informed by how design, cartography, and visual studies conceptualize space's physicality. This year's topics include land trusts for affordable housing, mixed-use in public space, and critical cartography.

Subject:: Economics; Government/Political Science and Law; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Full Course
Provider:: MIT
Provider Set:: MIT OpenCourseWare
Author:: Annette M.; Kim
Date Added:: 01/01/2011

Human Security in World Affairs: Problems and Opportunities (2nd edition)

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Human Security in World Affairs: Problems and Opportunities (2nd edition)

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This first and only university textbook of human security, intended as an introductory text from senior undergraduate level up, and includes chapters by 24 authors that encompass the full spectrum of disciplines contributing to the human security field. It is based on the four-pillar model of socio-political security, economic security, environmental security and health security. The chapters include learning outcomes, extension activities, and suggested readings; a comprehensive glossary lists key terms used throughout the book. This textbook can be used in courses on international studies and relations, political studies, history, human geography, anthropology and human ecology, futures studies, applied social studies, public health, and more.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Provider:: BCcampus
Author:: Alexander Lautensach and Sabina Lautensach
Date Added:: 06/18/2021

IN REMEDIATION: Sociology of Education in Canada

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IN REMEDIATION: Sociology of Education in Canada

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Sociology of Education in Canada utilizes a contemporary theoretical focus to analyze how education in Canada is affected by pre-existing and persistent inequalities among members of society.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Provider:: eCampusOntario
Author:: Karen L. Robson
Date Added:: 07/21/2020

Immigrant and Refugee Families, 2nd Ed.

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Immigrant and Refugee Families, 2nd Ed.

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Immigrant and Refugee Families: Global Perspectives on Displacement and Resettlement Experiences uses a family systems lens to discuss challenges and strengths of immigrant and refugee families in the United States. Chapters address immigration policy, human rights issues, economic stress, mental health and traumatic stress, domestic violence, and substance abuse, among others.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Provider:: University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing
Author:: Catherine Solheim; Co-edited with equal contribution by Jaime Ballard; Elizabeth Wieling; Lekie Dwanyen
Date Added:: 11/12/2020

Immigrant and Refugee Families: Global Perspectives on Displacement and Resettlement Experiences

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Immigrant and Refugee Families: Global Perspectives on Displacement and Resettlement Experiences

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Immigrant and Refugee Families: Global Perspectives on Displacement and Resettlement Experiences uses a family systems lens to discuss challenges and strengths of immigrant and refugee families in the United States. Chapters address immigration policy, human rights issues, economic stress, mental health and traumatic stress, domestic violence, substance abuse, family resilience, and methods of integration.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Provider:: University of Minnesota
Provider Set:: University of Minnesota Libraries Publishing
Author:: Catherine Solheim; Elizabeth Wieling; Jaime Ballard
Date Added:: 08/13/2020

Impact of Materials on Society

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This textbook supports the Impact of Materials on Society course and teaching materials, developed with the Materials Research Society. The textbook offers an exploration into materials (including ceramics, clay, concrete, glass, metals, and polymers) and the relationship with technologies and social structures. The textbook was developed by an interdisciplinary team from Engineering and Liberal Arts and Sciences, including anthropologists, sociologists, historians, media studies experts, Classicists, and more.

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This textbook supports the Impact of Materials on Society course and teaching materials, developed with the Materials Research Society. The textbook, which is freely available online (https://ufl.pb.unizin.org/imos/) and for purchase in print-on-demand format, offers an exploration into materials and the relationship with technologies and social structures. The textbook was developed by an interdisciplinary team from Engineering and Liberal Arts and Sciences, including anthropologists, sociologists, historians, media studies experts, Classicists, and more. Chapters include coverage of clay, ceramics, concrete, copper and bronze, gold and silver, steel, aluminum, polymers, and writing materials. Supplemental materials, including lecture slides, assignments, and exams, may be accessed in a companion volume: https://ufl.pb.unizin.org/imosinstructorguide/.

Word Count: 69304

ISBN: 978-1-944455-24-8

(Note: This resource's metadata has been created automatically by reformatting and/or combining the information that the author initially provided as part of a bulk import process.)

Subject:: Ancient History; Anthropology; Engineering; History; Life Science; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Provider:: University of Florida
Author:: Bonnie Effros; Debra Dauphin-Jones; Florin Curta; Kenneth E. Sassaman; Kevin S. Jones; Marsha Bryant; Mary Ann Eaverly; Pamela Hupp; Sean Adams; Sophia Krzys Acord; Susan D. Gillespie
Date Added:: 07/21/2021

Introduction to Design Equity – Open Textbook

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Introduction to Design Equity – Open Textbook

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Why do affluent, liberal, and design-rich cities like Minneapolis have some of the biggest racial disparities in the country? How can designers help to create more equitable communities? Introduction to Design Equity, an open access book for students and professionals, maps design processes and products against equity research to highlight the pitfalls and potentials of design as a tool for building social justice.

Subject:: Architecture and Design; Career and Technical Education; Creative and Applied Arts; Graphic Design; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Full Course; Textbook
Author:: Kristine Miller
Date Added:: 08/13/2020

An Introduction to Research Methods in Sociology

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An Introduction to Research Methods in Sociology

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This textbook, written in an approachable style, provides a broad overview of research methods utilized in sociology. It will be of particular value for students who are new to research methods. The textbook is divided into 17 chapters, which lead the student from the most basic of concepts, such as “What is research?” through the various stages of planning for a research project.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Provider:: British Columbia/Yukon Open Authoring Platform
Author:: Valerie A. Sheppard
Date Added:: 06/02/2020

Introduction to Sociology

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Introduction to Sociology

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Sociology is the study of human social life. Human social life is complex and encompasses many facets of the human experience. Because of the complexity, the discipline of sociology subdivided over time into specialty areas. The first section of this book covers the foundations of sociology, including an introduction to the discipline, the methods of study, and some of the dominant theoretical perspectives. The remaining chapters focus on the different areas of study in sociology.

Introduction to Sociology is a featured book on Wikibooks because it contains substantial content, it is well-formatted, and the Wikibooks community has decided to feature it on the main page or in other places. Note: See "Instructor Resources" to find a list of Course Adoptions and accompanying PPTs.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Author:: Individual Authors
Date Added:: 03/10/2023

Introduction to Sociology

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Introduction to Sociology

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Overview: Sociology is the study of human social life. Human social life is complex and encompasses many facets of the human experience. Because of the complexity, the discipline of sociology subdivided over time into specialty areas. The first section of this book covers the foundations of sociology, including an introduction to the discipline, the methods of study, and some of the dominant theoretical perspectives. The remaining chapters focus on the different areas of study in sociology.

Introduction to Sociology is a featured book on Wikibooks because it contains substantial content, it is well-formatted, and the Wikibooks community has decided to feature it on the main page or in other places. Note: See "Instructor Resources" to find a list of Course Adoptions and accompanying PPTs.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Author:: Individual Authors
Date Added:: 03/22/2023

Introduction to Sociology

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Introduction to Sociology

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Introduction to Sociology 2e adheres to the scope and sequence of a typical, one-semester introductory sociology course. It offers comprehensive coverage of core concepts, foundational scholars, and emerging theories, which are supported by a wealth of engaging learning materials. The textbook presents detailed section reviews with rich questions, discussions that help students apply their knowledge, and features that draw learners into the discipline in meaningful ways. The second edition retains the book’s conceptual organization, aligning to most courses, and has been significantly updated to reflect the latest research and provide examples most relevant to today’s students. In order to help instructors transition to the revised version, the 2e changes are described within the preface.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Provider:: Achieving the Dream
Author:: Bay College; Mike Young
Date Added:: 05/19/2021

Introduction to Sociology

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Introduction to Sociology

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This pressbook is an introduction to sociology.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Author:: Achieving the Dream; Florida State College at Jacksonville
Date Added:: 03/22/2023

Introduction to Sociology

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Introduction to Sociology

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Sociology is the study of human social life. Human social life is complex and encompasses many facets of the human experience. Because of the complexity, the discipline of sociology subdivided over time into specialty areas. The first section of this book covers the foundations of sociology, including an introduction to the discipline, the methods of study, and some of the dominant theoretical perspectives. The remaining chapters focus on the different areas of study in sociology.

Introduction to Sociology is a featured book on Wikibooks because it contains substantial content, it is well-formatted, and the Wikibooks community has decided to feature it on the main page or in other places. Note: See "Instructor Resources" to find a list of Course Adoptions and accompanying PPTs.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Author:: Individual Authors
Date Added:: 04/03/2023

Introduction to Sociology 2e

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Introduction to Sociology 2e

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Introduction to Sociology 2e adheres to the scope and sequence of a typical, one-semester introductory sociology course. It offers comprehensive coverage of core concepts, foundational scholars, and emerging theories. The textbook presents section reviews with rich questions, discussions that help students apply their knowledge, and features that draw learners into the discipline in meaningful ways. The second edition has been updated significantly to reflect the latest research and current, relevant examples. Description from OpenStax.org.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Textbook
Author:: Eric Strayer; Faye Jones; Gail Scaramuzzo; Jeff Bry; Nathan Keirns; Sally Vyain; Susan Cody-Rydezerski; Tommy Sadler
Date Added:: 02/23/2015

Introduction to Sociology 2e

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Introduction to Sociology 2e

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Introduction to Sociology 2e adheres to the scope and sequence of a typical, one-semester introductory sociology course. It offers comprehensive coverage of core concepts, foundational scholars, and emerging theories, which are supported by a wealth of engaging learning materials. The textbook presents detailed section reviews with rich questions, discussions that help students apply their knowledge, and features that draw learners into the discipline in meaningful ways. The second edition retains the book’s conceptual organization, aligning to most courses, and has been significantly updated to reflect the latest research and provide examples most relevant to today’s students. In order to help instructors transition to the revised version, the 2e changes are described within the preface.

Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Material Type:: Full Course
Provider:: Rice University
Provider Set:: OpenStax College
Date Added:: 08/12/2021

Introduction to Sociology 2e, Aging and the Elderly

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Subject:: Social and Behavioral Sciences; Sociology
Provider:: Rice University
Provider Set:: OpenStax College

Introduction to Sociology 2e, Aging and the Elderly, Challenges Facing the Elderly

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Introduction to Sociology 2e, Aging and the Elderly, Challenges Facing the Elderly

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Understand the historical and current trends of poverty among elderly populationsRecognize ageist thinking and ageist attitudes in individuals and institutionsLearn about elderly individuals’ risks of being mistreated and abused

Subject:: Sociology
Material Type:: Module
Author:: OER Librarian
Date Added:: 08/12/2021

Introduction to Sociology 2e, Aging and the Elderly, Introduction to Aging and the Elderly

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Subject:: Sociology
Material Type:: Module
Author:: OER Librarian
Date Added:: 08/12/2021

Introduction to Sociology 2e, Aging and the Elderly, The Process of Aging

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Introduction to Sociology 2e, Aging and the Elderly, The Process of Aging

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Consider the biological, social, and psychological changes in agingDescribe the birth of the field of geriatricsExamine attitudes toward death and dying and how they affect the elderlyName the five stages of grief developed by Dr. Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

Subject:: Sociology
Material Type:: Module
Author:: OER Librarian
Date Added:: 08/12/2021