College Textbook Costs

Author : Lou S. Cousteau
Publisher : Nova Science Publishers
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2013
Category : College costs
ISBN : 1628086955

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College Textbook Costs by Lou S. Cousteau Pdf

The rising costs of post-secondary education present challenges to maintaining college affordability. Textbooks are an important factor students need to consider when calculating the overall cost of attending college. In an effort to ensure that faculty and students have sufficient information about textbooks, Congress included requirements in the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) concerning publisher and school disclosures, as well as publisher provisions of individual course materials. The HEOA directed the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to examine the implementation of the new textbook provisions. This book addresses (1) the efforts publishers have made to provide textbook information to faculty and make bundled materials available for sale individually, and how these practices have informed faculty selection of course materials; and (2) the extent to which post-secondary schools have provided students and college bookshops access to textbook information, and what the resulting costs and benefits have been. To conduct this study, the GAO interviewed eight publishers representing over 85 percent of new U.S. higher education textbook sales, administrators at seven schools, four campus bookshops, two national campus retailers, faculty and student groups at three schools, and others with relevant expertise. GAO also reviewed websites of a nationally representative sample of schools, complaint data from Education, and relevant federal laws.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2024-07-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781437908978

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Affordability of College Textbooks: Textbook Prices Have Risen Significantly in the Last Four Years, but Some Strategies May Help to Control These Costs for Students by Anonim Pdf

Author : Glenn H. Reynolds
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : College costs
ISBN : 1594036659

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The Higher Education Bubble by Glenn H. Reynolds Pdf

America is facing a higher education bubble. Like the housing bubble, it is the product of cheap credit coupled with popular expectations of ever-increasing returns on investment, and as with housing prices, the cheap credit has caused college tuitions to vastly outpace inflation and family incomes. Now this bubble is bursting. In this Broadside, Glenn H. Reynolds explains the causes and effects of this bubble and the steps colleges and universities must take to ensure their survival. Many graduates are unable to secure employment sufficient to pay off their loans, which are usually not dischargeable in bankruptcy. As students become less willing to incur debt for education, colleges and universities will have to adapt to a new world of cost pressures and declining public support.

Author : Gayle Laakmann McDowell
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 155 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2011-01-25
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 9781118013151

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The Google Resume by Gayle Laakmann McDowell Pdf

The Google Resume is the only book available on how to win a coveted spot at Google, Microsoft, Apple, or other top tech firms. Gayle Laakmann McDowell worked in Google Engineering for three years, where she served on the hiring committee and interviewed over 120 candidates. She interned for Microsoft and Apple, and interviewed with and received offers from ten tech firms. If you’re a student, you’ll learn what to study and how to prepare while in school, as well as what career paths to consider. If you’re a job seeker, you’ll get an edge on your competition by learning about hiring procedures and making yourself stand out from other candidates. Covers key concerns like what to major in, which extra-curriculars and other experiences look good, how to apply, how to design and tailor your resume, how to prepare for and excel in the interview, and much more Author was on Google’s hiring committee; interned at Microsoft and Apple; has received job offers from more than 10 tech firms; and runs CareerCup.com, a site devoted to tech jobs Get the only comprehensive guide to working at some of America’s most dynamic, innovative, and well-paying tech companies with The Google Resume.

Author : Suzanne Davis
Publisher : Dorrance Publishing
Page : 30 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2022-02-14
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781639370856

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When the World Forgot to Color (HB) by Suzanne Davis Pdf

When The World Forgot To Color (HB) By: Suzanne Davis, LPC, RPT When The World Forgot To Color is a children’s fictional story about the importance of celebrating diversity and inclusivity of all kinds and empowering the unique capabilities and abilities of children by coloring their world.

Author : Ken Levasseur,Al Doerr
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 574 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2012-02-25
Category : Applied mathematics
ISBN : 9781105559297

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Applied Discrete Structures by Ken Levasseur,Al Doerr Pdf

Applied Discrete Structures, is a two semester undergraduate text in discrete mathematics, focusing on the structural properties of mathematical objects. These include matrices, functions, graphs, trees, lattices and algebraic structures. The algebraic structures that are discussed are monoids, groups, rings, fields and vector spaces. Website: http: //discretemath.org Applied Discrete Structures has been approved by the American Institute of Mathematics as part of their Open Textbook Initiative. For more information on open textbooks, visit http: //www.aimath.org/textbooks/. This version was created using Mathbook XML (https: //mathbook.pugetsound.edu/) Al Doerr is Emeritus Professor of Mathematical Sciences at UMass Lowell. His interests include abstract algebra and discrete mathematics. Ken Levasseur is a Professor of Mathematical Sciences at UMass Lowell. His interests include discrete mathematics and abstract algebra, and their implementation using computer algebra systems.

Author : Robert Samuels
Publisher : Rutgers University Press
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2013-08-15
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780813561257

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Why Public Higher Education Should Be Free by Robert Samuels Pdf

Universities tend to be judged by the test scores of their incoming students and not on what students actually learn once they attend these institutions. While shared tests and surveys have been developed, most schools refuse to publish the results. Instead, they allow such publications as U.S. News & World Report to define educational quality. In order to raise their status in these rankings, institutions pour money into new facilities and extracurricular activities while underfunding their educational programs. In Why Public Higher Education Should Be Free, Robert Samuels argues that many institutions of higher education squander funds and mislead the public about such things as average class size, faculty-to-student ratios, number of faculty with PhDs, and other indicators of educational quality. Parents and students seem to have little knowledge of how colleges and universities have been restructured over the past thirty years. Samuels shows how research universities have begun to function as giant investment banks or hedge funds that spend money on athletics and administration while increasing tuition costs and actually lowering the quality of undergraduate education. In order to fight higher costs and lower quality, Samuels suggests, universities must reallocate these misused funds and concentrate on their core mission of instruction and related research. Throughout the book, Samuels argues that the future of our economy and democracy rests on our ability to train students to be thoughtful participants in the production and analysis of knowledge. If leading universities serve only to grant credentials and prestige, our society will suffer irrevocable harm. Presenting the problem of how universities make and spend money, Samuels provides solutions to make these important institutions less expensive and more vital. By using current resources in a more effective manner, we could even, he contends, make all public higher education free.

Author : Paul J. Nahin
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2001-06-08
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0387951504

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The Science of Radio by Paul J. Nahin Pdf

From the reviews: "... The notes and problems at the end of each chapter are very helpful. [...] In the final analysis, the book is definitely worth owning. [...] It is an extremely well written – but unusual – book that I highly recommend for all physicists." The Physics Teacher

Author : Katty Kay,Claire Shipman,JillEllyn Riley
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2018-04-03
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780062797001

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The Confidence Code for Girls by Katty Kay,Claire Shipman,JillEllyn Riley Pdf

New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal Bestseller! Girls can rule the world—all they need is confidence. This empowering, entertaining guide from the bestselling authors of The Confidence Code gives girls the essential yet elusive code to becoming bold, brave, and fearless. Packed with graphic novel strips; appealing illustrations; fun lists, quizzes, and challenges; and true stories from tons of real girls, The Confidence Code for Girls teaches girls to embrace risk, deal with failure, and be their most authentic selves. It’s a paradox familiar to parents everywhere: girls are achieving like never before, yet they’re consumed with doubt on the inside. Girls worry constantly about how they look, what people think, whether to try out for a sports team or school play, why they aren’t getting “perfect” grades, and how many likes and followers they have online. Katty Kay and Claire Shipman use cutting-edge science and research, as well as proven methods of behavioral change, to reach girls just when they need it the most—the tween and teen years. Plus don't miss Living the Confidence Code! Packed with photos, graphic novel strips, and engaging interviews, Living the Confidence Code proves that no matter who you are, or how old you are, nothing is out of reach when you decide to try.

Author : Rajiv S. Jhangiani,Robert Biswas-Diener
Publisher : Ubiquity Press
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2017-03-27
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781911529019

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Open by Rajiv S. Jhangiani,Robert Biswas-Diener Pdf

Affordable education. Transparent science. Accessible scholarship. These ideals are slowly becoming a reality thanks to the open education, open science, and open access movements. Running separate—if parallel—courses, they all share a philosophy of equity, progress, and justice. This book shares the stories, motives, insights, and practical tips from global leaders in the open movement.

Author : Textbook Equity
Publisher : Lulu.com
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2014-08-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781312392335

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College Biology Volume 1 of 3 by Textbook Equity Pdf

(Chapters 1-17)See Preview for full table of contents. ""College Biology,"" adapted from OpenStax College's open (CC BY) textbook ""Biology,"" is Textbook Equity's derivative to ensure continued free and open access, and to provide low cost print formats. For manageability and economy, Textbook Equity created three volumes from the original that closely match typical semester or quarter biology curriculum. No academic content was changed from the original. The full text (volumes 1 through 3)is ""designed for multi-semester biology courses for science majors."" Contains Chapter Summaries, Review Questions, Critical Thinking Questions and Answer Keys Download Free Full-Color PDF, too! http: //textbookequity.org/tbq_biology/ Textbook License: CC BY-SA Fearlessly Copy, Print, Remix

Author : Paul Krugman,Robin Wells,Kathryn Graddy
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 1044 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2007-04-06
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0716799561

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Economics: European Edition by Paul Krugman,Robin Wells,Kathryn Graddy Pdf

Economics: European Edition is the ideal text for introductory economics, bringing together an international scope of real world examples and economic theory. The text is supported by a number of features to enhance student understanding as well as supplements to consolidate the learning process.

Author : Ismail Fayed,Jill Cummings
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 757 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2022-01-03
Category : Education
ISBN : 9783030740887

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Teaching in the Post COVID-19 Era by Ismail Fayed,Jill Cummings Pdf

This handbook showcases extraordinary educational responses in exceptional times. The scholarly text discusses valuable innovations for teaching and learning in times of COVID-19 and beyond. It examines effective teaching models and methods, technology innovations and enhancements, strategies for engagement of learners, unique approaches to teacher education and leadership, and important mental health and counseling models and supports. The unique solutions here implement and adapt effective digital technologies to support learners and teachers in critical times – for example, to name but a few: Florida State University’s Innovation Hub and interdisciplinary project-based approach; remote synchronous delivery (RSD) and blended learning approaches used in Yorkville University’s Bachelor of Interior Design, General Studies, and Business programs; University of California’s strategies for making resources affordable to students; resilient online assessment measures recommended from Qatar University; strategies in teacher education from the University of Toronto/OISE to develop equity in the classroom; simulation use in health care education; gamification strategies; innovations in online second language learning and software for new Canadian immigrants and refugees; effective RSD and online delivery of directing and acting courses by the Toronto Film School, Canada; academic literacy teaching in Colombia; inventive international programs between Japan and Taiwan, Japan and the USA, and Italy and the USA; and, imaginative teaching and assessment methods developed for online Kindergarten – Post-Secondary learners and teachers. Authors share unique global perspectives from a network of educators and researchers from more than thirty locations, schools, and post-secondary institutions worldwide. Educators, administrators, policymakers, and instructional designers will draw insights and guidelines from this text to sustain education during and beyond the COVID-19 era.

Author : Joyce E. Canaan,Wesley Shumar
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 328 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2008-05
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781135910167

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Structure and Agency in the Neoliberal University by Joyce E. Canaan,Wesley Shumar Pdf

This volume brings together a set of largely ethnographic articles written from a critical perspective that consider how current transitions in post-secondary education are impacting on higher education (HE) institutions.

Author : Cornelia M. Ashby
Publisher : DIANE Publishing
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2005-11
Category : Education
ISBN : 1422302709

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College Text Books by Cornelia M. Ashby Pdf

The federal government strives to make post-secondary education accessible & affordable, primarily by providing financial aid to students & their families. Given that nearly half of undergraduates receive federal financial aid, Congress is interested in the overall cost of attendance, including the cost of textbooks. This report determines: (1) what has been the change in textbook prices; (2) what factors have contributed to changes in textbook prices; & (3) what factors explain why a given U.S. textbook may retail outside the U.S. for a different price. Charts & tables.