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Why play works

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)   English (United Kingdom)

Author(s): Marilyn Fleer, Kelly-Ann Allen, Anne Clerc-Georgy, Leigh Disney, Liang Li, Lara McKinley, Gloria Quinones, Prabhat Rai, Janet Scull, Anne Suryani

Subject(s): Education, Early childhood care and education

Institution(s): Monash University

Publisher: Monash University

Last updated: 27/03/2024

The focus of this textbook is on play and learning through a Conceptual PlayWorld. This evidence informed model helps teachers to plan innovative practices relevant for a range of discipline concepts. The teachers and children after reading/hearing a children’s book or nursery rhyme or fairytale jump into the story as characters from the book/story, go on adventures, meet challenges that they solve and return to the real world enriched, and excited to go back in for another adventure (potentially bringing with them things they have learned to enrich their play). The 5 characteristics of planning for a Conceptual PlayWorld are: 1) Selecting a story, 2) Designing an imaginary play space; 3) Planning an exciting entry and entry into that space; 4) Planning a problem that the characters of the story (children in role) will meet and need to solve using concepts; 5) Planning the role of the adults in the imaginary play.

This evidence-informed model forms the foundation of each chapter in the book. Students will learn:

● what is a Conceptual PlayWorld

● the research that underpins a Conceptual PlayWorld

● how to plan and implement a Conceptual PlayWorld

● how to contextualise a Conceptual PlayWorld for specific ages, contexts and discipline content

● how to assess and make learning visible in a Conceptual PlayWorld

● to be leaders and innovators by designing creative and imaginative programs using a Conceptual PlayWorld model of pedagogical practice

● the utility of Conceptual PlayWorlds for creativity, imagination, and wellbeing.

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Qualitative Research – a practical guide for health and social care researchers and practitioners

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)   English (Australia)

Author(s): Darshini Ayton, Tess Tsindos, Danielle Berkovic

Editor(s): Darshini Ayton, Tess Tsindos, Danielle Berkovic

Subject(s): Research methods: general, Public health and preventive medicine, Personal and public health / health education, Educational: Health and social care

Publisher: Monash University

Last updated: 25/03/2024

This guide is designed to support health and social care researchers and practitioners to integrate qualitative research into the evidence base of health and social care research. Qualitative research designs are diverse and each design has a different focus that will inform the approach undertaken and the results that are generated. The aim is to move beyond the “what” of qualitative research to the “how”, by (1) outlining key qualitative research designs for health and social care research – descriptive, phenomenology, action research, case study, ethnography, and grounded theory; (2) a decision tool of how to select the appropriate design based on a guiding prompting question, the research question and available resources, time and expertise; (3) an overview of mixed methods research and qualitative research in evaluation studies; (4) a practical guide to data collection and analysis; (5) providing examples of qualitative research to illustrate the scope and opportunities; and (6) tips on communicating qualitative research.

Cover design by Les Thomas

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Japanese Introductory 1

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)  69 H5P Activities    English (United Kingdom)

Author(s): Iori Hamada

Subject(s): Language acquisition, Language teaching and learning, Language teaching and learning: second or additional languages, Language learning: grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation

Institution(s): Monash University

Publisher: Monash University

Last updated: 18/03/2024

Japanese Introductory 1 is a comprehensive and engaging textbook for beginners eager to learn Japanese. Tailored to fit the needs of self-learners and students in academic settings alike, this book aligns with the semester timelines of universities in Australia and New Zealand. The book offers interactive exercises, cultural insights and a diverse perspective, including Indigenous voices from both Australia and Japan. It begins with familiar contexts, gradually exploring broader aspects of Japanese culture and language. Structured to resonate with learners from various backgrounds, it is a practical and engaging resource for those starting their journey into the Japanese language.
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Customer Insights

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)  38 H5P Activities    English (United Kingdom)

Author(s): Dr Aila Khan, Dr Munir Hossain, Dr Sabreena Amin

Subject(s): Business and Management, Sales and marketing management

Institution(s): Western Sydney University

Publisher: Western Sydney University

Last updated: 17/03/2024

Increasingly, the concept of marketing research is being replaced with the term ‘customer or consumer insights’. As decision-makers are bombarded with data, it is important to have an Insights Team or Department which can sift through it all and identify those nuggets of information that can meaningfully explain human behaviour. Such insights must translate into an informed business strategy for success. This book has been curated to ensure that the practice of data collection, analysis, and interpretation is presented from an industry perspective.

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Enabling and Optimising Recovery from COVID-19

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)  39 H5P Activities    English (United Kingdom)

Author(s): Danielle Hitch, Genevieve Pepin, Kelli Nicola-Richmond, Valerie Watchorn (Deakin University)

Editor(s): Danielle Hitch, Genevieve Pepin, Kelli Nicola-Richmond, Valerie Watchorn (Deakin University)

Subject(s): Rehabilitation, Coping with / advice about illness and specific health conditions

Institution(s): Deakin University

Publisher: Deakin University

Last updated: 16/03/2024

This textbook provides readers with up to date knowledge about the assessment, management and support of people experiencing Long COVID. Learning activities draw upon personas co-authored with people with Long COVID.
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Exploring Sociology in the Antipodes: Introduction to Sociology – 1st Australian Edition

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)   English (Australia)

Author(s): Theresa Petray and Nick Osbaldiston

Subject(s): Sociology

Institution(s): James Cook University

Publisher: James Cook University

Last updated: 14/03/2024

Designed to be relevant to a range of introductory sociology classes, this eBook weaves together ‘the canon’ of sociology with contemporary content, and material specifically relevant to learners in Australia and New Zealand. This gives students the necessary foundations to understand how sociology has emerged and developed in different contexts over time. The eBook ensures that readers are aware that this canon is the product of a number of factors and does not represent the limits of what sociology was and can be. Through an approach that recognises both the European classics and those not talked about enough, which includes sociology outside of the European and American scenes, the authors highlight classical and contemporary thinkers from a range of backgrounds.

This peer reviewed eBook includes interactive and multimedia resources to engage learners and demonstrate the dynamic, non-linear, and still-active nature of sociological theory. Even those sociological approaches which have long histories are still relevant and constantly adapting. This eBook includes up to date resources, such as statistics and other forms of data, to ensure the eBook is empirically grounded as well as theoretically developed.
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Neuroscience, Psychology and Conflict Management

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)  12 H5P Activities    English (Australia)

Author(s): Judith Rafferty

Subject(s): Physiological and neuro-psychology, biopsychology, Psychology, Neurosciences

Institution(s): James Cook University

Publisher: James Cook University

Last updated: 13/03/2024

This peer reviewed eBook introduces readers to foundational concepts in neuroscience, cognitive psychology, personality psychology and social psychology to help explain why conflict occurs, how it develops and how it may be managed and/or resolved.
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Building Your Career: A Guide for Students

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Author(s): Michelle Gander

Subject(s): Careers guidance

Institution(s): Flinders University

Publisher: Flinders University

Last updated: 12/03/2024

This book has been written as a useful companion for students in high school, vocational, and higher education to understand the world of work and how to establish a career. The lessons in this book are also useful to other readers, especially those that are in the early stages of their careers or those looking to transition into other careers - something that will happen much more frequently in the coming years. This book brings together scholarly research in careers and employability in an engaging manner for readers to gain a broader understanding of career motivations and identity blended together with practical advice and guidance on career management strategies.
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Legal Research Skills: An Australian Law Guide: 2024 Edition

CC BY-NC (Attribution NonCommercial)  19 H5P Activities    English (Australia)

Author(s): The University of Queensland Library, James Cook University Library, University of Southern Queensland Library, Charles Darwin University Library, Southern Cross University Library, Queensland University of Technology Library, Deakin University Library, University of South Australia Library

Subject(s): Law, Primary sources of law, Sources of law: legislation, Sources of law: case law, precedent

Publisher: The University of Queensland, James Cook University, the University of Southern Queensland, Charles Darwin University, Southern Cross University, Queensland University of Technology, Deakin University and University of South Australia

Last updated: 11/03/2024

The updated 2024 edition of this guide is designed to support students undertaking legal studies and contribute to the development of research skills in Australian law schools.
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CAUL Open Educational Resources Professional Development Program: Foundations

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Author(s): Council of Australian University Librarians

Subject(s): Open learning, distance education, Educational strategies and policy: inclusion, Higher education, tertiary education

Publisher: Council of Australian University Librarians

Last updated: 04/03/2024

This book contains the self-paced learning materials used within the facilitated Council of Australian University Librarians (CAUL) Open Educational Resources (OER) Professional Development (PD) Program: Foundations.