Catalog – University of West Florida Pressbooks

Introduction to Environmental Sciences and Sustainability

CC BY (Attribution) English (United States)

Author(s): Emily P. Harris

Subject(s): Earth Sciences, Geography, Environment, Planning, Earth Sciences, Geography, Environment, Planning, Narrative theme: environmental issues / the natural world, Sustainability

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida Pressbooks

Last updated: 2025-09-19

Introduction to Environmental Sciences and Sustainability is a college-level Open Educational Resource (OER) that focuses on the most relevant environmental science issues and addresses ways to incorporate sustainable practices. The text is designed for an introductory-level college science course. Topics include the fundamentals of ecology, biodiversity, pollution, climate change, food production, human population growth, and incorporating sustainable approaches in our communities, economies, and environments. This resource is targeted at environmental science students.

Students can print a PDF copy of this text as a hard copy (at the student’s expense). Electronic copies of a PDF or the ebook are available through UWF’s Library Pressbook.

Contributors: Chasidy Hobbs, M.S. and Kwame Owusu-Daaku, Ph.D

Charting Your Course: A Roadmap to Thriving in the Field of Health

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike) 33 H5P Activities English

Author(s): Susan Fried

Subject(s): Careers guidance

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida Pressbooks

Publication date: 2023-09-07

Last updated: 2025-09-16

Introduction to Literature

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike) English (United States)

Author(s): Judy Young

Subject(s): Fairy and Folk tales / Fairy tale retellings, Language learning: reading skills, Language learning: writing skills, Ethnic groups and multicultural studies

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida

Last updated: 2025-09-15

Introduction to Literature: Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, and How They Shape Us introduces college freshmen to the study of literature through a focus on texts that, generally, they already know, or think they know, and how those texts aim to shape audiences to be compliant cultural objects or to resist cultural expectations. The book is organized around several prominent story groups, including various genres and forms, meant to promote discussion and discovery leading to students’ understanding that these texts function as cultural sculptors of readers’ principles and behaviors. Students develop the skill of analyzing texts and creating sound arguments about them through class discussions and a series of writing assignments. Ideally, they leave the course understanding how to create a sound argument and, more pointedly, that there is no such thing as “just a story.”

Legal Fundamentals of Healthcare Law

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike) 28 H5P Activities English

Author(s): Tiffany Jackman

Subject(s): Medical and healthcare law

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida Pressbooks

Publication date: 2024-01-05

Last updated: 2025-09-15

Content for Florida Elementary Science Teachers (K-6)

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike) 14 H5P Activities English

Author(s): Jennifer Stark, Mads Murray

Subject(s): Teaching of a specific subject, Primary and middle schools

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida Pressbooks

Last updated: 2025-09-15

This book describes elementary science content aligned with the Florida Teacher Certification Examination (FTCE) K-6 competencies and skills.

Building Bridges: Establishing a Foundation for Interprofessional Collaboration in Healthcare (Revised)

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike) 6 H5P Activities English

Author(s): Andrea Nelson, Katherine Greene, Katie Cavnar

Subject(s): Medical ethics and professional conduct, Health and safety in the workplace, Health systems and services, Medical administration and management

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida Pressbooks

Publication date: 2025-07-16

Last updated: 2025-09-15

Building Bridges: Establishing a Foundation for Interprofessional Collaboration in Healthcare (Revised) is an Open Educational Resource (OER) that focuses on teaching interprofessional collaboration in healthcare to students entering their respective health profession's program. This book will help students achieve success not only in their educational program, but as they experience various healthcare settings through internships and employment. This resource is targeted for students in healthcare professions.

Can't We Just Get Along?

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike) English (United States)

Author(s): Susan Fried

Subject(s): Peace studies and conflict resolution, Interpersonal communication and skills, Communication studies, Coping with / advice about communication difficulties

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida

Publication date: 2023-12-12

Last updated: 2025-09-15

In the realm of human interactions, conflict is an inevitable facet, yet many lack adept strategies to maneuver through workplace disputes. This book offers fundamental strategies and frameworks, aiming to empower individuals to transform conflicts into opportunities. By embracing these insights, readers can foster stronger relationships, turning adversarial situations into catalysts for personal and professional growth. This publication is a collaborative effort with the University of West Florida, ensuring a foundation rooted in academic expertise.

Optimizing Population Health: Strategies for Advanced Level Nurses

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike) 6 H5P Activities English

Author(s): Kathy Andresen

Subject(s): Medicine and Nursing

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida Pressbooks

Last updated: 2025-09-15

This resource provides an overview of population health concepts along with health promotion strategies utilized by advanced practice nurses. Resources are intended to be exemplary, but not exhaustive and introduce the reader to strategies that can be practiced while in graduate school as well as in healthcare settings.

Revenue Management Illustrated

CC BY-NC-ND (Attribution NonCommercial NoDerivatives) English

Author(s): Xuan Tran

Subject(s): Economics, Finance, Business and Management

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publication date: 2024-09-10

Last updated: 2025-09-15

The book aims to demystify the process of maximizing revenue by providing a clear and accessible approach tailored to current economic and business conditions. Detailed mathematical approaches are presented in a way that highlights their practical applications, ensuring that readers can apply these methods to real-world scenarios. Illustrative examples throughout the book demonstrate how the theoretical concepts translate into actionable strategies, making complex ideas more tangible and relevant. Overall, the book provides a well-rounded educational experience, blending theory with practical insights to equip readers with the tools needed to effectively manage and maximize revenue in various business contexts.

The Interview

CC BY-NC-ND (Attribution NonCommercial NoDerivatives) English

Author(s): Gil Fried

Subject(s): Business and Management, Management: leadership and motivation, Religion: general, Bible readings, selections and meditations, Self-help, personal development and practical advice

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida Pressbooks

Publication date: 2025-06-11

Last updated: 2025-09-15

What sagely advice would the Lord give someone if they were a manager and could talk with the highest authority and most respected leader of all time? The Lord would definitely have a lot of advice, tips, and strategies that would improve the performance of any manager, leader, or employee. Those workplace gems are conveyed in this text when a business writer gets to interview the Lord and ask a host of questions from how managers should be trained to how to stop workplace gossip. Regardless of whether the reader is a leader, manager, employee, or student, this book is loaded with managerial gems and an inspiring story that will help convey concepts and a feel good, easy to read story.