Catalog – University of West Florida Pressbooks

Guidebook for Teaching Students Receiving Special Education Services

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

Author(s): Timothy E. Morse

Subject(s): Education / Educational sciences / Pedagogy, Techniques of music / music tutorials / teaching of music, Teacher training, Teaching of students with different educational needs, Teaching of students with learning difficulties or disorders, Teaching of students with social, emotional or behavioural difficulties or disorders, Remedial education and teaching, Teaching skills and techniques

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida

Publication date: 2024-02-12

Last updated: 2026-05-10

This book addresses fundamental topics pertaining to the design and implementation of appropriate special education services for students with exceptionalities, particularly students who are characterized as exhibiting mild disabilities. In the first several chapters, the legal basis for special education services is explained and definitions for key vocabulary are presented. Next, tiered intervention frameworks are explained, followed by an in-depth discussion of the general least restrictive environment requirement and the continuum of alternative placements. Finally, the second half of the book centers on the presentation of effective and efficient instruction. Emphasis is placed on the use of an explicit instruction approach to teach mathematics, reading, and writing. Supplemental information about proper classroom management and behavior modification is presented at the end of the book.

Content for Florida Elementary Science Teachers (K-6)

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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: 2026-04-01

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

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: 2026-04-01

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

Planning and Curriculum

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Author(s): Giang-Nguyen Nguyen, DeAnna Miller

Subject(s): Curriculum planning and development

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida Pressbooks

Publication date: 2025-01-17

Last updated: 2026-03-24

MENTAL HEALTH IS A VERB Second Edition

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Author(s): Jake Bush, Jill Van Der Like

Subject(s): Nursing specialties, Care of people with mental health conditions, Psychiatric nursing / Mental health nursing

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida Pressbooks

Publication date: 2023-01-05

Last updated: 2026-03-11

MENTAL HEALTH IS A VERB is an open education resource written by Jake Bush, Ph.D., RN, CNE, and Jill Van Der Like, DNP, MSN, RNC through the University of West Florida which addresses mental health nursing care. The book opens with a foundational module that provides a brief history of mental health treatment, pertinent theorists, and the underpinning concepts of mental health versus mental illness, followed by a separate chapter on psychopharmacology. The heart of the text is arranged into the most common mental health diagnoses. Additionally, this second edition includes the addition of case studies (modules 8-19), two virtual simulation activities (modules 7 and 13), and a mental health cumulative study guide as an appendix.

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: 2026-03-11

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

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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: 2026-03-11

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.

Everything I know about Management I Learned from the Old Testament

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Author(s): Gil Fried

Subject(s): Economics, Finance, Business and Management, Business and Management, Management and management techniques, Management: leadership and motivation, Management decision making, Knowledge management, Business process / operations management, Management of specific areas, Personnel and human resources management, Office management, Religion and beliefs, Religion: general, History of religion, Aspects of religion

Institution(s): University of West Florida

Publisher: University of West Florida Pressbooks

Publication date: 2025-08-14

Last updated: 2026-03-11

This text takes the reader through various Biblical stories and examines the four elements of management (planning, organizing, directing, and controlling) as they can be found in such examples as The Garen of Eden, Noah’s Ark, the Tower of Babel, and a large number of other similar examples. The text examines managerial activity because some current managers and leaders will not put themselves in the same league as famous Biblical leaders (think Jesus, Moses, Abraham, King David, etc..) and might be intimidated by books focusing on such leaders. However, the same reader might relate to a Biblical story they have known since their childhood and when examined in light of management theory can derive insight to be a better manager today.

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

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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: 2026-02-12

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.

Legal Fundamentals of Healthcare Law

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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: 2026-02-11