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Quantitative Methods for Plant Breeding

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)  85 H5P Activities    English

Author(s): Walter Suza (Editor), Kendall Lamkey (Editor), Ken Moore, M. L. Harbur, Ron Mowers, Laura Merrick, Dennis Todey, Kendra Meade, William Beavis, Reka Howard, Ursula Frei, Anthony Assibi Mahama

Subject(s): Agronomy and crop production, Mathematics

Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press

Last updated: 15/05/2025

This open textbook covers common statistics used in agriculture research, including experimental design in plant breeding and genetics, as well as the analysis of variance, regression, and correlation. Field book generation, data organization, quality checking, and graphical plotting are discussed. Finally, data analysis using common software packages is covered, followed by practices for presenting, interpreting, and summarizing results.

Food Preparation Lab Manual for FSHN 1150

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

Author(s): Iowa State University Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition

Editor(s): Erica Beirman, Kate Gilbert

Subject(s): Catering and food preparation skills and trades, General cookery and recipes

Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press

Last updated: 15/05/2025

This lab book is intended for use in both the lab and kitchen. Each section of the book contains learning objectives, lab problems to be solved, recipes, questions, and observation charts for the input of data.

Dress, Appearance, and Diversity in U.S. Society

CC BY (Attribution)  12 H5P Activities    English

Author(s): Kelly L. Reddy-Best

Subject(s): Cultural studies: dress and society

Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press

Last updated: 15/05/2025

This book introduces topics about identity, dress, and the body. Through the content, readers explore how individuals and communities use dress as a way to communicate (i.e. “negotiate” in fashion studies) their various identities. There is heightened attention to social justice, power, privilege, and oppression. That is, the content focuses on the experiences of historically marginalized communities and the ways they navigate dress and dressing their bodies in different contexts. In the first part of the book, readers are introduced to concepts and theories related to fashion, clothing, dress, and/or accessories. In the second part, readers examine the role that fashion, clothing, dress, and/or accessories play in identity development for individuals in marginalized communities in the United States.

Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Design

CC BY-SA (Attribution ShareAlike)  71 H5P Activities    English

Author(s): Jacqulyn A. Baughman

Subject(s): Mechanical engineering

Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press

Last updated: 15/05/2025

A collection of readings and exercises aligned with the course, ME 270, Introduction to Mechanical Engineering Design, at Iowa State University. This course provides an overview of mechanical engineering design with applications to thermal and mechanical systems, and an introduction to current design practices used in industry. As part of the course design, learners will complete a semester-long team project focused on addressing societal needs.

Teaching Pronunciation with Confidence

CC BY (Attribution)  108 H5P Activities    English

Author(s): Agata Guskaroska, Zoe Zawadzki, John M. Levis, Kate Challis, Maksim Prikazchikov

Subject(s): Language teaching and learning, Language learning: grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, Language learning: speaking skills

Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press

Last updated: 15/05/2025

Teaching Pronunciation with Confidence is an essential resource for both English teachers and learners, designed to effectively build strong pronunciation skills and knowledge of pronunciation. This guide covers key topics, including English sounds, word stress, intonation, rhythm, prominence, connected speech, and pronunciation diagnostics to guide improvement. The book includes a wide array of interactive H5P activities and sound recordings, which can be used for classroom teaching, or homework and individual practice. These exercises provide practical experience, reinforcing the concepts covered in each chapter.

Tutorials of Visual Graphic Communication Programs for Interior Design

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)   English

Author(s): Yongyeon Cho

Subject(s): Architecture: interior design, Graphics programming, 3D graphics and modelling

Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press

Last updated: 15/05/2025

This book is for the beginning level of both architecture and interior design students who learn computer graphic communication software. The author developed multiple tutorials to teach three computer graphic applications, AutoCAD, Revit, and Enscape. AutoCAD is an essential computer drafting software which is 2D drawing software. Revit is a Building Information Modeling software, which is 3D based modeling software. Lastly, Enscape is a real-time rendering, animation, and virtual reality plug-in for users’ 4D experiences.

Applied Industrial Electricity

All Rights Reserved   English

Author(s): Tony R. Kuphaldt, John Haughery

Subject(s): Electrical engineering, Engineering applications of electronic, magnetic, optical materials, Electronics: circuits and components

Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press

Last updated: 15/05/2025

This free electrical engineering/technology textbook provides a series of chapters covering electricity and electronics. The information provided is great for students, makers, and professionals who are looking for an application-centric coverage of this field.

Oral Communication for Non-Native Speakers of English

CC BY-NC-SA (Attribution NonCommercial ShareAlike)  50 H5P Activities    English

Author(s): Timothy Kochem, Monica Ghosh, Lily Compton, Elena Cotos

Subject(s): Communication studies, Language learning: speaking skills

Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press

Last updated: 15/05/2025

This textbook includes materials on listening, speaking, lexicogrammar, pragmatics, and pronunciation.

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Individual and Family Development, Health, and Well-being

CC BY-SA (Attribution ShareAlike)  54 H5P Activities    English

Author(s): Diana Lang

Subject(s): Sociology: family, kinship and relationships, Sociology, Child, developmental and lifespan psychology

Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press

Last updated: 15/05/2025

This book provides an overview of lifespan developmental tasks (physical, cognitive, language, social, emotional) examined from individual and family theoretical perspectives. It covers topics related to families, diversity, individual and family health and well-being, and reciprocal relationships as affected by external factors.

Tutorials of Visual Graphic Communication Programs for Interior Design 2

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)   English

Author(s): Yongyeon Cho

Subject(s): Architecture: interior design, 3D graphics and modelling, Graphics programming

Publisher: Iowa State University Digital Press

Last updated: 15/05/2025

This book is for advanced-level architecture and interior design students who have in-depth knowledge and skills with computer-aided visualization software. The author developed a total of twenty-two chapters to teach practical graphic presentation techniques for architectural presentations. The carefully selected graphic communication software and technologies are based on the author’s industry experiences and will be valuable learning material for designers. Readers will learn these techniques by following step-by-step tutorials. This book includes multiple exercises for the reader’s practice. After completing the tutorials, the readers will be able to apply comprehensive techniques and knowledge to their design projects.