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Write Here, Right Now: An Interactive Introduction to Academic Writing and Research
This Canadian textbook is intended for first year university students and effectively integrates into the flipped classroom model. The textbook could also be used for non-flipped classroom designs, as the embedded videos, diagrams and linked modules would act as an all-in-one multimedia textbook geared towards multiple learning styles and disciplines. Reviews are available.
Includes: Learning outcomes, videos, and activities
Writing for Success: 1st Canadian H5P Ed.
The interactive textbook provides instruction in steps, builds writing, reading, and critical thinking, and combines comprehensive grammar review with an introduction to paragraph writing and composition. Canadian adaptation of English Composition I: Rhetorical Methods-Based. Reviews are available for the previous edition.
Includes: Learning objectives, discussion questions, key takeaways, self-practice exercises
The Simple Math of Writing Well: Writing for the 21st Century
This guide focuses on the basics of linguistic structure and the variety of mediums that define the internet-connected world. Reviews are available.
Includes: Exercises
The Word on College Reading and Writing
Written by five college reading and writing instructors, this interactive, multimedia text targets students who are entering the college reading and writing environment for the very first time. It includes examples, exercises, and definitions for just about every reading- and writing-related topic students will encounter in their college courses. Note: U.S.-centric and would require adaptation. Reviews are available.
Includes: Check Your Understanding activities, glossary
Doing Research: A Student’s Guide to Finding and Using the Best Sources
This Canadian textbook takes 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. Reviews are available.
Includes: Activities and exercises
Choosing & Using Sources: A Guide to Academic Research
This textbook provides a process for academic research and writing, from formulating a research question to selecting good information and using it effectively in research assignments. Reviews are available.
Includes: Videos, self-quizzes, and activities
University Success
This Canadian book provides practical information for first-year university students. Reviews are available.
Includes: Activities
University 101: Study, Strategize, and Succeed
This Canadian textbook introduces students to principles of study skills. Reviews are available.
Includes: Exercises, further reading
Strategies for Academic Success
This Canadian textbook is designed to help students succeed in university. Reviews are available.
Includes: Learning objectives
Learning to Learn Online
This Canadian textbook presents learning strategies for online university courses. Reviews are available.
Includes: Activities
Introduction to University Writing
This self-paced writing skills course designed for Vancouver Community College will assist students to build academic writing skills required at the university/college level. Incorporated in this skillset is the ability to use critical thinking skills to acquire and analyze information and develop knowledge in new areas.
Includes: Readings, assignments, videos, instructor resources (including assignment package with evaluation criteria)
