Open Educational Resources

Welcome to Biochemistry Free For All, our second Open Educational Resource (OER) textbook. Biochemistry is rapidly advancing, but rising textbook costs make learning inaccessible for many. This free resource aims to support students by providing high-quality, affordable education.

The goal of this textbook is not to make you an expert. True expertise in any field is a years-long endeavor. Here I will survey some of the basic topics of chemistry. This survey should give you enough knowledge to appreciate the impact of chemistry in everyday life and, if necessary, prepare you for additional instruction in chemistry.

Technical writing involves communicating specialized topics or using technology to convey ideas. It includes lab reports, specifications, patient education materials, and even web design. Unlike academic writing, which is often persuasive, technical writing focuses on documenting processes with an emphasis on usability, accessibility, and proper citation.

This OER textbook is a learning resource for FN 225 Nutrition at Lane Community College. It covers nutrition and metabolism, energy balance, life-stage nutrition, dietary supplements, macronutrients, and key vitamin and mineral functions.

A modules-based approach to learning research skills that emphasizes the reflective nature of information discovery, the contextual basis for evaluating that information, and a recognition that information has value.

Welcome to university! Whether you're starting fresh or returning, you have goals to achieve. Success comes from learning how to learn, and this book provides strategies to develop essential skills. By applying these proven techniques, you can stay on track and reach your academic goals.

This book explores key issues in STEM education, preparing students for a digital future. Covering topics from AI to virtual reality, inquiry-based learning, and leadership, it presents research from leading academics. It’s a valuable resource for educators, researchers, and policymakers in a rapidly evolving world.

Food Studies explores food culture, systems, and their complex human connections. Covering topics from sovereignty to fair trade, it integrates art, poetry, and multimedia for deeper reflection. Designed for learners and educators, it encourages critical engagement with food and its broader impact.

This textbook provides an introduction to plant genetics and biotechnology for the advancement of agriculture. A clear and structured introduction to the topic for learners new to the field of genetics, the book includes: an introduction to the life cycle of the cell, DNA and how it relates to genes and chromosomes, DNA analysis, recombinant DNA, biotechnology, and transmission genetics.

Early childhood is a critical time in development. Many outcomes, both positive and negative, have their beginnings in these years. It is vital that children’s health and safety be protected. High-quality early care and education programs can play a valuable role in improving outcomes for children.