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Syllabus For Social Foundations Of Education, Laura Kates Oct 2024

Syllabus For Social Foundations Of Education, Laura Kates

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Problem Solving / Javascript Programming, Sarah Zelikovitz, Orit D. Gruber Jun 2024

Problem Solving / Javascript Programming, Sarah Zelikovitz, Orit D. Gruber

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This Lab Experiment focuses on JavaScript Programming. Upon completing the lab, you will be able to understand the following:

· The definition of Algorithmic Problem Solving.

· The role of JavaScript in web pages.

· The concept of Iteration in computer programming.


Oral History Lessons Outline, Laura Tanenbaum Jun 2024

Oral History Lessons Outline, Laura Tanenbaum

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This lesson plan was developed to integrate oral history practice into an introductory composition class at LaGuardia Community College, in collaboration with the Oral History Seminar of LaGuardia's Center for Teaching and Learning in the Spring of 2024.


Finding The Shortest Path Using Dijkstra’S Algorithm, Orit D. Gruber, Deborah Sturm Jun 2024

Finding The Shortest Path Using Dijkstra’S Algorithm, Orit D. Gruber, Deborah Sturm

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This lab experiment explores an algorithm which is used to find the shortest path between two or more locations. After completing the lab, you will be able to answer the following questions in the final lab report:

  1. What is an Algorithm?
  2. What is a Graph ?
  3. What is the purpose and operation of Dijkstra’s Algorithm ?


Rpe-3100 Therapeutic Recreation For Individuals With Disabilities I, Mary Lou Fierle Ms. Jun 2024

Rpe-3100 Therapeutic Recreation For Individuals With Disabilities I, Mary Lou Fierle Ms.

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This is the syllabus for the course RPE-3100 Therapeutic Recreation for Individuals with Disabilities I


2024 Spring Term Sls261/Phy206 Syllabus, Gustavo Machado Monteiro Jun 2024

2024 Spring Term Sls261/Phy206 Syllabus, Gustavo Machado Monteiro

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Eco 12 Macroeconomics Syllabus, Karen David Prof. Jun 2024

Eco 12 Macroeconomics Syllabus, Karen David Prof.

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This the syllabus for the RECO 12 Macroeconomics course taught by Prof. David. It is a ZTC course using an OpenStax OER textbook revised by the professor.


Open Syllabus, Dorina Tila Jun 2024

Open Syllabus, Dorina Tila

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This is an open syllabus for Principles of Macroeconomics course.


Engineering Thermodynamics, Paul J. Marchese May 2024

Engineering Thermodynamics, Paul J. Marchese

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This collection of assignments is designed for an introductory thermodynamics class. It includes comprehensive readings that cover the fundamental concepts, problem sets to reinforce learning through practical application, and YouTube videos that provide detailed explanations and visual demonstrations of the material. These resources can be utilized in a regular classroom setting or for independent study, offering flexibility to accommodate different learning environments and preferences.


Edc 2400 Teaching Emergent Bilingual, Ivana Espinet May 2024

Edc 2400 Teaching Emergent Bilingual, Ivana Espinet

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This is a syllabus for the course "Teaching Emergent Bilinguals". This course explores language acquisition theories, the historical, philosophical, and pedagogical evolution of how educational institutions have approached their work with emergent bilinguals, and pedagogical strategies for teaching emergent bilinguals. It focuses on the role of educators in supporting emergent bilinguals’ learning language and literacy across content.


Criminal Justice: Crime & Punishment, Carlene Barnaby May 2024

Criminal Justice: Crime & Punishment, Carlene Barnaby

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Crj 6900 Policing, Oscar J. Montesdeoca May 2024

Crj 6900 Policing, Oscar J. Montesdeoca

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No abstract provided.


Chm110 Principles Of Chemistry Lecture Slides, Leah S. Cohen May 2024

Chm110 Principles Of Chemistry Lecture Slides, Leah S. Cohen

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These modified slides contain information from the first ten chapters from the General, Organic, and Biochemistry: connecting Chemistry to Your Life textbook by Blei & Odian.


Criminal Justice: Minorities In Criminal Justice Revised (Crj 7200), Vanda Seward, Peleya Patterson May 2024

Criminal Justice: Minorities In Criminal Justice Revised (Crj 7200), Vanda Seward, Peleya Patterson

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No abstract provided.


Criminal Justice: Corrections And Sentencing (Crj 7000), Vanda Seward May 2024

Criminal Justice: Corrections And Sentencing (Crj 7000), Vanda Seward

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No abstract provided.


Computer Security Lab Experiment, Orit D. Gruber, Herbert Schanker May 2024

Computer Security Lab Experiment, Orit D. Gruber, Herbert Schanker

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This is a basic experiment for all students of all majors to explore Computer Security. Each instruction included in this experiment is conducted online via a Web Browser; Firefox or Chrome is recommended. Software does not need to be downloaded nor installed. The step by step instructions in this experiment include interactive questions and observations which are then included in the (student's) final report.


Criminal Justice: Fieldwork, Carlene Barnaby May 2024

Criminal Justice: Fieldwork, Carlene Barnaby

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No abstract provided.


Psychological Foundations Of Education, Joanna Maulbeck May 2024

Psychological Foundations Of Education, Joanna Maulbeck

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This is the syllabus that I used in Spring 2024 for EDC 2500: Psychological Foundations of Education. It is an OER course.


Eng101 Research Essay Using Oral History As A Primary Source, Jayashree Kamble May 2024

Eng101 Research Essay Using Oral History As A Primary Source, Jayashree Kamble

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This assignment was included as the research essay component in an introductory composition course. The topic was the impact of AI on their desired career or profession. Students were required to find four sources: a primary source with whom they conducted an oral history, and three secondary sources; one from social media, one from a reliable but not peer-reviewed source, and one peer-reviewed scholarly source. They had to submit the oral history transcript and incorporate data from it into the essay. At the end of the semester, they also had an option to do a dramatic reading of the oral …


Salience Of Ascription In Italian Grammar: Linguistics, Science, And Art, Joseph C. M. Davis May 2024

Salience Of Ascription In Italian Grammar: Linguistics, Science, And Art, Joseph C. M. Davis

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This is a meaning-based, discourse-based linguistic analysis of what, in traditional terms, might be thought of as adjective-noun versus noun-adjective order in Italian. That analysis lends itself to thoughts of how, generally, linguistics relates to science and art. A grammatical system of Salience of Ascription is posited. The analysis, which is complete and comprehensive, consists of twelve sections, or chapters. It is envisioned to be a "living document," so to speak, in the sense that interested readers are encouraged to offer suggestions for improvement, including corrections and criticisms.


Chm116 Principles Of Chemistry Ii Lecture Slides, Leah S. Cohen, Probal Banerjee May 2024

Chm116 Principles Of Chemistry Ii Lecture Slides, Leah S. Cohen, Probal Banerjee

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This file contains the lecture slides that are used in CHM116, Principles of Chemistry II.


Ztc English 111: Introduction To College Writing Syllabus, Nicolette Guida Apr 2024

Ztc English 111: Introduction To College Writing Syllabus, Nicolette Guida

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This is a syllabus for a first year college writing course. This is also ZTC course (or "zero textbook cost" course). Course texts are only open-access materials and texts that are readily accessible online.

This course focuses on the power of language in our society. Students analyze the importance of rhetoric for both writers of language and consumers of language. They consider how language can be used to make meaning of the world, construct and express identity, persuade or manipulate others, and how language has evolved with technology. Students develop critical reading and academic writing skills through workshops and writing …


Exs 2000 Exercise, Energy Balance, And Weight Management Oer Syllabus, Shannon Caravello Apr 2024

Exs 2000 Exercise, Energy Balance, And Weight Management Oer Syllabus, Shannon Caravello

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Concepts and principles of energy balance, body composition, weight management, and physical activity as they relate to personal health. Examines the causes of obesity, and its impact on human health and explores weight loss and diet options for the individual from a holistic perspective, including social, emotional, and physical dimensions of human health. Students will complete a lifestyle and nutritional analysis, develop nutritionally sound dietary plans, and design a specialized exercise program tailored to address their personalized weight management goals.


Syllabus For Oer Version Of Math 20100, Thea Pignataro Apr 2024

Syllabus For Oer Version Of Math 20100, Thea Pignataro

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Syllabus for OER version of first semester calculus with analytic geometry for physical sciences and engineering.


Eds 702: The Young Child With Special Needs, Lingyu Li Apr 2024

Eds 702: The Young Child With Special Needs, Lingyu Li

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This introductory course addresses the concept of disability and the field of special education. It will also consider the social, cultural, and economic context surrounding the education of young children (birth to 8 years) with a wide range of developmental delays and disability conditions. Pertinent legislation, intervention with families, developing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), and issues of advocacy will be studied within the context of the continuum of service delivery (home-based, center-based, and school-based interventions). (15 fieldwork hours required.)


Ebs 701: Issues In Bilingualism, Lingyu Li Apr 2024

Ebs 701: Issues In Bilingualism, Lingyu Li

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This introductory course addresses the nature of bilingualism as a societal and individual phenomenon. It will explore the history and background of bilingual education, policies, approaches, and theories of education for immigrant, bilingual, and language minority students. It will also consider the social, cultural, and economic context surrounding the education of bilingual students with disabilities and issues surrounding the aforementioned topics. (15 fieldwork hours required.)


He 3500 First Aid And Personal Safety Oer Syllabus, Shannon Caravello Apr 2024

He 3500 First Aid And Personal Safety Oer Syllabus, Shannon Caravello

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HE 3500: First Aid and Personal Safety Course at Kingsborough Community College. Principles for first aid and personal safety in terms of theory and practice of first aid procedures. Qualified students receive American Red Cross Certification. The course fulfills the safety and first aid requirements for those contemplating a teaching career.


He 2000 Community Cpr Oer Syllabus, Shannon Caravello Apr 2024

He 2000 Community Cpr Oer Syllabus, Shannon Caravello

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HE 2000 Community CPR course at Kingsborough Community College. Knowledge and basic skills necessary to meet respiratory and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants. Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive the American Red Cross Certificate for Community CPR.


Persuasive Essay Assignment For Freshman Composition, Danny Katch Apr 2024

Persuasive Essay Assignment For Freshman Composition, Danny Katch

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A persuasive essay is a piece of writing that aims to get people to agree with your point of view. Your task for this assignment is to write an essay of 500-750 words that aims to convince others to change a policy or take an action around an issue related to the politics of language.


Lbsci 790.3 Digital Humanities, S E. Hackney Apr 2024

Lbsci 790.3 Digital Humanities, S E. Hackney

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This course examines the history, methods, tools, and scholarly practices of teaching and research in the digital humanities (DH), including ways in which the library can engage with, enhance, and support those activities. The course will focus on digital humanities as a burgeoning field in its own right, as well as the development of digital methods in specific disciplines within the humanities. Students will consider their role as information professionals in the creation, cleaning, storage, and dissemination of digital humanities datasets and research projects, as well as gain hands-on experience with some of the tools and methods used in these …