Since 2013, in an effort to reduce burdensome textbook costs for its students while promoting its iPad Initiative, Lynn University faculty have worked in conjunction with the Digital Press to create more than 60 Multi-touch books that are actively used throughout the curriculum, spanning first-year courses through graduate programs.
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The GIS Workbook
April Watson 9-2024 iBook (Restricted).
The GIS Workbook provides students with the basic skills to become proficient in geographic information systems and to apply those skills to any career field. The book, which focuses on the ArcGIS Pro Platform, begins by outlining how to download, symbolize, and download data. Students learn to differentiate between vector and raster data, and the different tools that should be used with each type. Other key skills included are working with projections and using Excel files in ArcGIS. From there, topics advance to intermediate skills like using spatial analyst to perform analysis of environmental problems. Chapters become progressively more complex, demonstrating to readers how to perform spatial analysis in the ArcGIS Pro platform. By its conclusion, students will have gained experience with spatial interpolation and map algebra, editing and digitizing, and remote sensing. All these topics give the student the needed knowledge to apply GIS to real-world problems and to market those abilities in the job market. Course: ENV 420 Geographic Information Systems
APA 7 Citation:
Watson, A. (2024). The GIS Workbook (2nd ed.). Lynn University Digital Press. https://spiral.lynn.edu/ludp/64/ -
Principles of Management and Leadership
Jeanette D. Francis, Harika Rao, and Kristen Migliano 7-2024 iBook (Restricted). Peer reviewed.
An introductory textbook for management students that focuses on the managerial functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. Course: BUS 270
APA 7 Citation:
Francis, J. D., Rao, H., & Migliano, K. (2024). Principles of management and leadership (5th ed.). Lynn University Digital Press. -
2024 GenZ Story Expression Projects: Eric Lipetz
Sindee Kerker 4-3-2024 Book.
Every spring, Lynn University holds the Nuremberg Trials class and the GenZ Story Expression Workshop, which culminate in an event that has been treasured by students and the Boca Raton community for more than a decade. Both provide special opportunities for students to explore history with the people who survived it.
This iBook was created as a tribute to the Holocaust survivor. This year’s survivor is Eric Lipetz.
APA 7 Citation:
Kerker, S. (2024). 2024 GenZ Story Expression Projects: Eric Lipetz. https://spiral.lynn.edu/genz-workshop/5 -
Understanding Communication & Media: A Media Literacy Approach
Erika Grodzki 2-2024 iBook (OER).
Course: COM 101
APA 7 Citation:
Grodzki, E. (2024). Understanding communication & media: A media literacy approach. Lynn University Digital Press. https://spiral.lynn.edu/ludp/70 -
Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual
Daniel Ceccoli 2024 iBook (Restricted).
The laboratory portion of the Human Anatomy and Physiology course is an integral part of the education in anatomy and physiology. The lab manual iBook presents the basic anatomical structures of the human body in a self-instructional manner. The purpose of this approach is to encourage the students to think for themselves, do for themselves, take the initiative, and be responsible for their own learning. Therefore, the lab manual iBook follows the systems approach introduced in the textbook. The manual engages students in activities that are defined as pre-lab, in-lab and post-lab, all the while challenging the students to use their lab experiences to enhance their knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Course: SCI 260
APA 7 Citation:
Ceccoli, D. (2024). Human anatomy and physiology laboratory manual (2nd ed.). Lynn University Digital Press. https://spiral.lynn.edu/ludp/18/ -
Introducing the Arts to the K-6 Classroom: A Compilation of Open Educational Resources (OERs)
Brittany E. Kiser 12-15-2023 iBook (OER).
The contents of Introducing the Arts to the K-6 Classroom: A Compilation of Open Educational Resources (OERs) is a compendium that is intended to familiarize the pre-service teacher with the arts in the elementary school. Throughout this iBook, the reader will explore the how and why behind integration of the arts as these can be applied in sync with the core curriculum of the K-6 classroom, as well as to delve into research, strategies, and examples of addressing visual art, music, and movement (in the form of dance, drama, and other physical activities) in this learning environment. The open-sourced material in this text will further provide recommendations for pre-service teachers to leverage the arts in assisting K-6 students to deepen their understanding and demonstrate mastery of core curriculum. Course: EDU 214
APA 7 Citation:
Kiser, B. E. (2023). Introducing the arts to the K-6 classroom: A compilation of open educational resources (OERs). Lynn University Digital Press. https://spiral.lynn.edu/ludp/69/ -
Introduction to Criminal Justice
Sindee Kerker 2023 iBook (Restricted). Peer reviewed.
This iBook, replete with innovative learning tools, explores the three components of the American criminal justice system: police, courts, and corrections. Divided into ten chapters, the highly interactive text discusses a wide range of topics. Subjects like what constitutes a crime, constitutional rights, contemporary lawn enforcement issue, administration of justice, the court system, and various forms of corrections: jails, prisons, intermediate sanctions, and the juvenile justice system are explored. Recurring components of the iBook include: introductory high-profile media cases which, YouTube videos detailing various criminal justice career options (over 20), a Fact vs. Fiction section highlighting common myths and misperceptions about the criminal justice system, a Did You Know section, a summary appears at the end of each chapter, along with key terms, homework questions and Field Web Trip exercises. Course: CRJ 101
APA 7 Citation:
Kerker, S. (2023). Introduction to criminal justice (4th ed.). Lynn University Digital Press. -
Wildlife Conservation
Wayne Law 2023 iBook (OER).
Wildlife Conservation is a compilation of resources that describes the theories, methods, and practice of conservation. With the rapid and ongoing loss of our planet’s diversity, solutions need to be multipronged, and this resource presents examples of conservation efforts from around the world. Incorporating multiple disciplines, like ecology and social sciences, Wildlife Conservation provides a broad overview for all students studying the discipline. Course: ENV 330
APA 7 Citation:
Law, W. (2023). Wildlife conservation. Lynn University Digital Press. https://spiral.lynn.edu/ludp/68/ -
Feminism: Ideas, Beliefs & Movements (Case Studies)
Kristen Migliano, Sanne Unger, Melissa Lehman, Shari Bissoondatt, Sophia A. Stone, Aimee Jones, and Karima Lanfranco 10-2023 iBook (Restricted).
This supplemental reading to Feminism: Ideas, Beliefs & Movements presents four cases studies that prompt consideration of topics including the history, sociology, philosophy, and legal aspects of feminism through a contemporary filter. Each of the seven authors have contributed in-depth examinations of the following subjects: women in the workplace; New Zealand’s former Prime Minister, Jacinda Arden; gender bias in science, and the attempts to reconstruct Caribbeanness. Course: DBR 300
APA 7 Citation:
Migliano, K., Unger, S., Lehman, M., Bissoondatt, S., Stone, S. A., Jones, A., & Lanfranco, K. (2023). Feminism: Ideas, beliefs & movements (case studies) (3rd ed.). Lynn University Digital Press. https://spiral.lynn.edu/ludp/67/ -
Cuba: Past, Present & Future
Omar Babun Codorniu 3-21-2023 iBook (OER).
Cuba: Past, Present & Future offers an overview of Cuban geography, history, demographics, commerce and economics, politics, global relations, and culture. The compilation of open access materials presents numerous facts about the island-nation and its relationship with its close neighbor, the U.S., as well as the greater world. From cuisine to sports, and biodiversity to music, readers will be engaged in learning about the various facets of Cuban life. Course: DJLC 200
APA 7 Citation:
Babun Codorniu, O. (2023). Cuba: Past, present & future. Lynn University Digital Press. https://spiral.lynn.edu/ludp/66/ -
2023 GenZ Story Expression Projects: Laszlo Selly
Sindee Kerker, Jordan Skow, Emily Dayan, Christian Larson, Maria Duenas, Joey Mansour, Marina Minson, Hailee Henderson, Gabriella Guarino, Ariana Bono, Mia Munafo, Maggie Jones, Anjali Patnana, Alyssa Sanders, Victoria Holthausen, Ava Pearl LaVoe, Alanna Wallen, Arianna Nazario, Bryanna Robinson, Samantha Felix, Emily Tarbell, Bailey Goodspeed, Joseph Haynes, Maria Hogan, Caroline Schwartz, Bayley Tracy, Dan Abraham, Manuel Baez, Adriana Veizaga, Ava Margolis, Gretchen Lembcke-Pena, Olivia Simpson, Sage Damelio, Sydney Hill, Agustina Tasende, Cece Diaz, Delaney Gould, Shahaf Bachar, An'Zanay Allen, Paige Pratt, Lexi Leid, Adam Fogel, Sophia Amato, Karim Hanna, Tyler-James Baratte, Chris Matthews, Ryan Boonkure, Jake Agresti, Jose Pages, Dilieth Borges, Hailey Weiss, Samantha Koffler, Maria Caballero, Trevor Greene, and Chris Graham 3-1-2023 Book.
Every spring, Lynn University holds the Nuremberg Trials class and the GenZ Story Expression Workshop, which culminate in an event that has been treasured by students and the Boca Raton community for more than a decade. Both provide special opportunities for students to explore history with the people who survived it.
This iBook was created as a tribute to the Holocaust survivor. This year’s survivor is Laszlo Selly.
APA 7 Citation:
Kerker, S., Skow, J., Dayan, E., Larson, C., Duenas, M., Mansour, J., Minson, M., Henderson, H., Guarino, G., Bono, A., Munafo, M., Jones, M., Patnana, A., Sanders, A., Holthausen, V., LaVoe, A. P., Wallen, A., Nazario, A., Robinson, B., . . . Graham, C. (2023). 2023 GenZ story expression projects: Laszlo Selly. Lynn University Digital Press. https://spiral.lynn.edu/genz-workshop/4/ -
Public Relations Planning & Strategy
Gary Carlin 2-2023 iBook (OER).
Public Relations Planning and Strategy is a comprehensive compilation of open access resources for college students seeking to understand PR planning and strategy essentials. This book presents a practical approach to developing effective PR plans that align with an organization's goals and objectives. Through case studies and real-world examples, readers will learn the critical elements of successful PR campaigns, including conducting research, identifying target audiences, creating messages, selecting media channels, and measuring results. This book also addresses emerging trends and PR issues, like the role and impact of social media and the importance of ethical considerations. With its practical approach and insights, Public Relations Planning and Strategy is an excellent resource for students looking to build a successful career in PR.
APA 7 Citation:
Carlin, G. (2023, February). Public relations planning & strategy. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Inside the Classroom
Susan Saint John 2023 iBook (Restricted). Peer reviewed.
Inside the Classroom encompasses all a teacher handles, from schedules to instruction to behavior and more. This interactive textbook introduces the reader to Sasha, a first-year teacher, who faces numerous obstacles and challenges that every teacher must overcome. And like Sasha, the reader will learn to understand, apply, and create various strategies, skills, and best practices focused on all aspects of classroom management that have been designed to soundly prepare educators for their futures in the profession. Course: EDU 415
APA 7 Citation:
Saint John, S. (2023). Inside the classroom. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Global Human Rights: An Annotated Reader
Marchéta Wright 9-2022 iBook (Restricted).
Global Human Rights: An Annotated Reader offers a commentary on critical international human rights agreements beginning with the Universal Declaration on Human Rights. Organized in chronological order, each chapter places the document in historical context and reviews key elements of it. Further, taken as a whole, the book provides an analysis of the relationships between various international human rights as well as the interplay between the documents. Not intended to be exhaustive, the collection of documents and commentaries introduces the reader to foundational global human rights while exploring issues of definitions, compliance, and enforcement. Course: IRPS 220
APA 7 Citation:
Wright, M. (2022). Global human rights: An annotated reader (2nd ed.). Lynn University Digital Press. -
Global Management
Jeanette D. Francis 2022 iBook (OER).
Global Management is a compilation of resources that presents to students the theorem and practicum of global management concepts. The subject matter includes but is not limited to global and regional economic cooperation, trade policy and trade barriers, exporting/importing, international outsourcing, value disciplines, and global strategy. Course: BUS 280
APA 7 Citation:
Francis, J. D. (2022). Global management (3rd ed.). Lynn University Digital Press. -
South America: A Focused Regional Study
Jeanette D. Francis (Editor) and Lynn University Digital Press 2022 iBook (OER).
This compilation textbook focuses on the countries of South America with an emphasis on the geography, political history, and economic and financial status of each nation. Each chapter includes a discussion of the socioeconomic environment of the region and details economic and market components for each South American country. MBA 667
APA 7 Citation:
Francis, J. D. (Ed.). (2022). South America: A focused regional study. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Advanced Visual Effects Animation Principle
Hung Chum Kao (Kevin) 2022 iBook (Restricted).
The interactive book, Advanced Visual Effects Animation Principle, focuses on the node-based particle simulation for the course: Advanced Visual Effects. While students navigate through the process of setting up the whole simulation, this workbook aids in the creation of highly customizable controls for both wind force and emitter position. After completion of the text, students will understand the node-based workflow for advanced animation principles in the visual effects research field. CG 665
APA 7 Citation:
Kao, H. C. (2022). Advanced visual effects animation principle. Lynn University Digital Press. -
2022 GenZ Story Expression Projects: Jack Pechter
Sindee Kerker, Courtney Hamm, Allison Henz, Kayla Hudzik, Lucas Kolka, Jason Litman, Chris Matthews, Madison Park, Kiyaura Reed, Cristian Salgado, Brita Santannera, Jordan Whittall, Jack Howard, Karla Jerezeno, MJ James, Evvie Kaczkowski, Alana Mapp, Jackie Calise, Christopher Knight, Angelina Santilli, Garret Burdette, Erin Reilly, Grant Geisler, Monica Jonas, Jordyn Interian, Camilia Rodriguez, Adriana Veizaga, Ashley Persaud, Donatella Guerin Orlando, Sage Damelio, Javiera Sarmiento, Ray Phillips, Nick Blanchette, Shamel Nazareth, Dilieth Borges Valera, Kayla McOwen, Julie Mendes, and Santiago Reyes-Retana 3-11-2022 Book.
Every spring, Lynn University holds the Nuremberg Trials class and the GenZ Story Expression Workshop, which culminate in an event that has been treasured by students and the Boca Raton community for more than a decade. Both provide special opportunities for students to explore history with the people who survived it.
This iBook was created as a tribute to the Holocaust survivor. This year’s survivor is Jack Pechter.
APA 7 Citation:
Kerker, S., Hamm, C., Henz, A., Hudzik, K., Kolka, L., Litman, J., Matthews, C., Park, M., Reed, K., Salgado, C., Santannera, B., Whittall, J., Howard, J., Jerezeno, K., James, M. J., Kaczkowski, E., Mapp, A., Calise, J., Knight, C., . . . Reyes-Retana, S. (2022, March 11). 2022 GenZ story expression projects: Jack Pechter. Lynn University Digital Press. https://spiral.lynn.edu/genz-workshop/3/ -
International Marketing
Jeanette D. Francis 2022 iBook (OER).
International Marketing, a compilation of open educational resources, discusses how organizations market goods and services internationally, and how the scope of marketing subsequently broadens as it interacts with other dimensions like national culture and countries’ political, legal, and economic systems. The text reveals how, when marketing across national boundaries, organizations must decide what it is going to sell, what markets to target, and what marketing mix (product, place, promotion, price, and people) to embrace. Course: MKT 392
APA 7 Citation:
Francis, J. D. (2022). International marketing (2nd ed.). Lynn University Digital Press. -
Chemistry 1 & 2
Mark Jackson 2022 iBook (Restricted).
This book is divided into two sections: one for Chemistry I and one for Chemistry II. In Part I, the text provides an experimental exploration of fundamental concepts of chemistry. Lab activities cover topics found in the first semester of general chemistry: measurement of mass and volume, experimental data, physical and chemical processes, mixture separation, properties of water, simple chromatography, reaction stoichiometry, copper reactions, oxidation-reduction of metals, acid-base chemistry, and examining plastics as models of polar and non-polar molecules.
Part II serves as a supplement to Chemistry I. Lab activities cover topics found in the second semester of general chemistry: chromatography techniques, analysis based on stoichiometry, reactions of solids, colorimetry, oxidation-reduction of metals, acid-base chemistry and pH titrations, and kinetics and thermochemistry of combustion. Several experiments specifically build on concepts introduced in the first semester of chemistry lecture and lab (SCI 130). The goal is to equip students for subsequent science lab work in chemistry, biology, or environmental studies. Courses: SCI 130x and SCI 131x
APA 7 Citation:
Jackson, M. (2022). Chemistry 1 & 2. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Introduction to the Principles of Economics
Andrea Camargo (Editor) and Lynn University Digital Press 2021 iBook (OER).
Introduction to the Principles of Economics is explicitly edited for the accelerated course in BUS 180: Principles of Economics. The compilation textbook is designed to make introductory economics accessible to college students and is divided into three parts: Introductory Concepts, Microeconomics, and Macroeconomics. Theoretical economic foundations have been applied and related to actual events and policies to increase reader comprehension and practical application. BUS 180
APA 7 Citation:
Camargo, A. (Ed.). (2021). Introduction to the principles of economics. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Techniques & Interventions in Counseling
Debra L. Ainbinder and Jon Sperry 7-2021 iBook (Restricted).
Course: CSL 680
APA 7 Citation:
Ainbinder, D. L., & Sperry, J. (2021). Techniques & interventions in counseling. Lynn University Digital Press. -
The English Writer’s Handbook
Bonnie Bonincontri 7-2021 iBook (OER).
The English Writer’s Handbook, a compilation of open educational materials, provides students with the techniques to improve their writing and research skills. The 12 chapters include everything from brainstorming for topics, improving introductions and conclusions, clarifying thesis statements, formal academic writing points, analysis of ideas, to research methods, APA format, and correct grammar and punctuation—all at students’ fingertips. Course: DJC 301: Critical Thinking
APA 7 Citation:
Bonincontri, B. (2021). The English writer's handbook. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Your Money, Your Way: Making Sound Financial Choices at College & Beyond
Morgan O'Sullivan 5-2021 iBook (Restricted).
Course: LYNN101
APA 7 Citation:
O'Sullivan, M. (2021). Your money, your way: Making sound financial choices at college & beyond. Lynn University Digital Press. -
The Renaissance in Florence, Italy
Dawn Dubruiel 2021 iBook (Restricted).
This workbook serves as the companion reader for Dialogues of Language and Culture. The highly interactive text explores topics such as the roots of the Italian language; the Medici family; the architects, artists, and musicians of the Renaissance; and Florentine food and culture. Course: DJLC 200
APA 7 Citation:
Dubruiel, D. S. (2021). The renaissance in Florence, Italy. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Political, Legal, and Cultural Dimensions of Global Markets
Lynn University Digital Press and Jeanette D. Francis 2021 iBook (OER).
This book is the main textbook in BUS 408: Political & Cultural Dimensions of Global Markets. It covers topics on the world’s various political systems, socioeconomic ideologies and legal systems. The main focus is on national cultures: cross-cultural communications, cross-cultural analysis, cross-cultural leadership, negotiation and conflict resolution. Course: BUS 408
APA 7 Citation:
Francis, J. D. (2021). Political, legal, and cultural dimensions of global markets (2nd ed.). Lynn University Digital Press. -
2021 GenZ Story Expression Projects: Allan Hall
Sindee Kerker, Cayla Scott, Sydney Gordon, Halee Bescript, Erik Polin, Elizabeth Archer, Beatrice Waterman, Laura Cozine, James Pollack, Nester Madrid, Mya Evans, Daniela Aparicio, Brianna Cirillo, Milena Kirillova, Lily McDonough, Ben Cohen, Monika Goldbach Bridgers, Niloufar Mirzanabi Khani, Steven Jensen, Tyler Barrate, Lindsey Levy, Uche Ogebonna, Tarik Barakat, Breanna Henry, Agata Rodriguez, Sanjaya Malindra Perera, Valeria Bojanini, Canberk Kavuk, Kimia Rafieian, Julie Mendes Cruz, Silvana Yamhure, Stephanie Einstein, Khimawni Knight, Marjury Rodriguez, Erisz Germain, Poyraz Demirbulak, Yuzny Faquir, Valeria Jalil Slavador, Mahia Rana, Sydney Lowe, Chip Farmer, Lucia Dorley, Daniel Berg, Samantha Gallo, Tea Tallone, and Hattie Rowe 3-25-2021 Book.
Every spring, Lynn University holds the Nuremberg Trials class and the GenZ Story Expression Workshop, which culminate in an event that has been treasured by students and the Boca Raton community for more than a decade. Both provide special opportunities for students to explore history with the people who survived it.
Due to Covid-19 safety concerns, this year’s workshop was held on Zoom. Final projects are typically displayed at the Project Nuremberg Lawyers Luncheon at Temple Beth El in Boca Raton and at Lynn’s annual Celebration of the Arts. Since those events were cancelled, this iBook was created as a tribute to the Holocaust survivor. This year’s survivor is Allan Hall.
APA 7 Citation:
Kerker, S., Scott, C., Gordon, S., Bescript, H., Polin, E., Archer, E., Waterman, B., Cozine, L., Pollack, J., Madrid, N., Evans, M., Aparicio, D., Cirillo, B., Kirillova, M., McDonough, L., Cohen, B., Goldbach Bridgers, M., Mirzanabi Khani, N., Jensen, S., . . . Rowe, H. (2021, March 25). 2021 GenZ story expressionprojects: Allan Hall. Lynn University. https://spiral.lynn.edu/genz-workshop/2 -
Advanced Motion Graphics
Hung Chum Kao (Kevin) 2-2021 iBook (Restricted).
Advanced Motion Graphics is a workbook that accompanies its namesake course CA 400: Advanced Motion Graphics. Aided by step-by-step visual aids, the text provides a complete walkthrough for advanced 3D motion graphic effects, including particle, deformer, and dynamic simulation. Course: CA 400
APA 7 Citation:
Kao, H. C. (2021). Advanced motion graphics. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Organizational Communication
Lynn University Digital Press and Stephanie A. Jackson 10-2020 iBook (OER).
Organizational Communication is a compilation of open educational resources addressing the premise of an organization as a culture. Communication basics (verbal, nonverbal, listening) are described and detailed in terms of organizational behavior. Using these constructs, the process of storytelling throughout the organization is discussed, specifically the use of symbolic elements to develop a system of communication that creates, reinforces, and perpetuates the culture. Primary influences of networks, leadership, and diversity are integrated. These processes are illustrated and analyzed through real-world examples. COM 330
APA 7 Citation:
Jackson, S. A. (2020, October). Organizational communication. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Desperately Seeking Citations: A Practical Guide for Lynn University Doctoral Students
James Guthrie and Suzanne Spencer 9-2020 iBook (Restricted).
Desperately Seeking Citations: A Practical Guide for Lynn University Doctoral Students is a unique guide for those contemplating or already enrolled in an Ed.D. program. The guidebook enables prospective or current doctoral students to prepare for the challenges that lie ahead, and to celebrate the successes experienced throughout the program. Whereas the book is specific to Lynn University’s doctor of education program, it conveys messages that are more widespread and apply to a number of professional degree programs. Courses: Ed.D. Educational Leadership
APA 7 Citation:
Guthrie, J., & Spencer, S. (2020, September). Desperately seeking citations: A practical guide for Lynn University doctoral students. Lynn University Digital Press. -
The Lynn University Cookbook
Jordan Chussler 5-5-2020 iBook (Restricted).
Recipes from the Families of the Lynn Community
The Lynn University Cookbook showcases the diversity and oneness of the Lynn community through a gastronomic lens. Based upon family recipes contributed by Lynn faculty and staff, the interactive book features dishes that represent five of the seven continents with cultures and cuisines spanning Appalachia, Argentina, the Ashkenazi, Colombia, Haiti and the Caribbean, Hungary, India, Iran, Ireland, Israel, Pakistan, Peru, Portugal, South Africa, and more.
APA 7 Citation:
Chussler, J. (Ed.). (2020, May 5). The Lynn University cookbook. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Social Impact at Lynn University: What It Means & How We Get There
Antonella Regueiro and Timea Varga 5-2020 iBook (Restricted).
This highly interactive Multi-touch book serves as a resource guide to further the understanding of what social impact is and how it is embraced at Lynn University. The book includes detailed explanations of what the five pillars of social impact are, how those take shape for the Lynn community, how they can be integrated in classrooms across a variety of disciplines, and how they relate to existing and new institutional efforts designed to offer students a holistic and whole learning experience. By providing detailed explanations of each pillar, specific curricular and co-curricular examples of successful integration and a wealth of resources for students, faculty, and staff to engage in social impact demonstrate and promote the ease of social impact integration at Lynn University.
APA 7 Citation:
Regueiro, A. & Varga, T. (2020, May). Social impact at Lynn University: What it means & how we get there. Lynn University Digital Press. -
iResearch: Social Science Research Methods Made Easy
Sanne Unger, Robert P. Watson, Cristina A. Lucier, and Patrick J. Cooper 3-31-2020 iBook (Restricted). Peer reviewed.
The Research Methods interactive book was written for students at Lynn University as well as at other universities, by four Lynn faculty members with diverse research backgrounds: a sociologist, a linguist, a psychologist, and a historian. The interactive book covers the basics of research methods, including how to read scientific articles, how to set up a valid experiment, ethical considerations, and much more. It features interactive assignments that use iPad apps and widgets, videos created by students and faculty members, review quizzes to gauge understanding, and many examples of solid research methodology. Course: SOC 200
APA 7 Citation:
Unger, S., Watson, R. P., Lucier, C., & Cooper, P. J. (2020, March 31). iResearch: Social science research methods made easy (2nd ed.). Lynn University Digital Press. -
Critical Thinking
Lynn University Digital Press and Bonnie Bonincontri 3-2020 iBook (OER).
Critical Thinking, a compilation of open educational resources, provides students with the skills to improve their critical thinking and writing. It challenges students to question their ideas and writing techniques through analytical reading materials and provoking activities. It confronts students’ comfortable notions and pushes them to open their minds to expand their thinking. Course: DJC 301
APA 7 Citation:
Bonincontri, B. (2020, March). Critical thinking. Lynn University Digital Press. -
2020 GenZ Story Expression Projects: George Reinitz
Sindee Kerker, Dawn Dubruiel, Olivia La Plume, Susan Werner, Caroline Saari, Xiara Lima, Hanna Sufayyan, Marc Halpern, Andrew McWorter, Olivia Pope, Lucas Roark, Liam Shanley, Katherine VanMiddleworth, Esteban Caro, Shasmy Daly, Nick Cametas, Erica Migoya, Claire McCabe, Hannah Hassouni, Sara McManus, Chris Mathews, Arianna Spencer, Nicholas Vannicola, Caramia Valentin, Nicole Ruiz, Ethan Pond, Lourdes Bonilla Catedral, Ella Richardson, Stephanie Vargas, Aisha Gianna, James Morales, and Rebecca Pacheco 2-24-2020 Book.
Every spring, Lynn University holds the Nuremberg Trials class and the GenZ Story Expression Workshop, which culminate in an event that has been treasured by students and the Boca Raton community for more than a decade. Both provide special opportunities for students to explore history with the people who survived it.
Due to Covid-19 safety concerns, this year’s workshop was held on Zoom. Final projects are typically displayed at the Project Nuremberg Lawyers Luncheon at Temple Beth El in Boca Raton and at Lynn’s annual Celebration of the Arts. Since those events were cancelled, this iBook was created as a tribute to the Holocaust survivor. This year’s survivor is George Reinitz.
APA 7 Citation:
Kerker, S., Dubruiel, D., La Plume, O., Werner, S., Saari, C., Lima, X., Sufayyan, H., Halpern, M., McWorter, A., Pope, O., Roark, L., Shanley, L., VanMiddleworth, K., Caro, E., Daly, S., Cametas, N., Migoya, E., McCabe, C., Hassouni, H., … Pacheco, R. (2020). 2020 GenZ story expression projects: George Reinitz. Lynn University. -
Introduction to the Study of World Religions
Mark Luttio 2-3-2020 iBook (Restricted). Peer reviewed.
Introduction to the Study of World Religions, by Mark Luttio, is a prolegomenon to the study of the religions of the world from a historical perspective, focusing especially on the culture and geography of each religion and their respective practices which express the essential core of each tradition. In addition to an introductory chapter on the nature of religion, and a concluding chapter on the future of religion, an examination will be made of Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Sikhism, Shinto, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and New Religious Movements. Course: HUM 335
APA 7 Citation:
Luttio, M. (2020, February 3). Introduction to the study of world religions (2nd ed.). Lynn University Digital Press. -
Finding Your OASES: Strategies for Coping with Stress and Developing a Resilient Identity
Patrick J. Cooper and Asha M. Kadir 2020 iBook.
This highly interactive workbook aims to help Lynn University students develop a sense of resilience. In addition to examining the scope and nature of stress and anxiety that is pervasive in the modern world, this Multi-touch book describes the OASES identity—a set of five characteristics and behaviors that resilient individuals develop. Most importantly, it provides students with five concrete and actionable coping strategies to help them in times of stress throughout their entire lives. Course: DSS 100
APA 7 Citation:
Cooper, P. J., & Kadir, A. M. (2020). Finding your OASES: Strategies for coping with stress and developing a resilient identity. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Travel Peru
Adriana Egocheaga 1-2020 iBook (Restricted).
Travel Peru provides a survey of the South American country through highly interactive chapters focused on history and tradition, sites to see, signature dishes, and more. The material provides readers with an inside look at the various cultures of the country, encouraging them to immerse themselves in Peru’s heritage. Not an exhaustive text on the country, Travel Peru piques the interest of the reader just enough to inspire curiosity, adventure, and further exploration. Course: DJLC 200
APA 7 Citation:
Egocheaga, A. (2020, January). Travel Peru. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Comparative Politics
Lynn University Digital Press and Anna Krift 1-2020 iBook (OER).
Comparative Politics is a compilation of resources aimed at building upon the foundation of political science at the 300-level by providing students with an in-depth examination of topics including political theory, development, democracy, authoritarianism, revolution, constitutional design, nationalism, race, ethnicity, and gender. A series of international case studies are provided at the conclusion of the chapters to demonstrate practical applications through an exploration of various nation-states. Course: POL 302
APA 7 Citation:
Krift, A. (2020, January). Comparative politics. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Business Innovation in a Digital World
Harika Rao 1-2020 iBook (Restricted).
Business Innovation in a Digital World is an enchiridion discussing innovation and entrepreneurship, explaining the process of introducing novel products or services in the market. The book is optimized to lay a foundation for the fundamentals of business for freshman students, and enlists case studies from across the globe, interactive widgets, and FAQs to engages readers throughout. Course: BUS 150
APA 7 Citation:
Rao, H. (2020, January). Business innovation in a digital world. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Seminar in Gender & Literature
Lynn University Digital Press and Maureen Goldstein 10-2019 iBook (OER).
Seminar in Gender and Literature is a multi-genre compilation of readings and media from a variety of disciplines that traces gender perceptions as historical, sociological, philosophical, and psychological constructs. The differences between gender and sex are explored. The compilation of readings also presents issues encountered by individuals who have resisted traditional gender roles in the context of their societies. Additionally, the evolving humanistic attitudes of recent years toward gender acceptance are addressed in these selections. Course: ENG 405
APA 7 Citation:
Goldstein, M. (2019). Seminar in gender & literature. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Communications, Strategies & Performance
Lynn University Digital Press and Sabine Dantus 8-2019 iBook (OER).
Communications, Strategies & Performance is a compilation of open educational resources that provides an in-depth analysis on topics ranging from public speaking to the communication process to the ethics and cultural considerations of speech and communication. Course: COM 202
APA 7 Citation:
Dantus, S. (Ed.). (2019). Communications, strategies & performance. Lynn University Digital Press. (Cite individual chapters in this book) -
Environmental Statistics
Alanna L. Lecher 8-2018 iBook (Restricted).
Environmental statistics exposes students to data collection, descriptive and inferential statistics, geospatial analysis, error, modeling, and reporting of data within the environmental science and policy realm. Each topic is explored with Microsoft Excel 2016 with the Analysis ToolPak, with step by step descriptions of how to execute analyses in Excel. Course: ENV 340.
APA 7 Citation:
Lecher, A. L. (2018). Environmental statistics. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Religion & Morality: Faith and the Modern World
Mark Luttio 2018 iBook (Restricted).
Religion & Morality: Faith and the Modern World, a compendium to a previous work and used in HUM 335, examines not the historical development of religion, but rather the exercise of each religion in the contemporary context of ethical dilemmas. It asks the question, does religion make people moral? Does practicing religion give one a sense of a moral compass? And, how is it that the traditional religions of Abrahamic origin claim to be forms of ethical monotheism? The truth is, in our contemporary context, there seem to be abundant examples of where this is not the case—where, in fact, religion is used as a conduit for self-serving preservation at best and as a vehicle for hatred and violence at worst. This compendium to the Introduction to the Study of World Religions puts all of this into perspective, looking at contemporary examples of where the rub between religion and the ethical dilemmas of our modern age create an intolerable friction. Author, Dr. Mark David Luttio, spent his sabbatical in Spring 2017 examining these issues as he traversed the globe, spending time in the epicenters of the world’s religions. Course: HUM 420 (Fall 2019)
APA 7 Citation:
Luttio, M. (2018). Religion & Morality: Faith and the Modern World. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Digital Marketing Strategies and Methods
Matteo Peroni and Michele Peroni 2018 iBook (Restricted).
Digital Marketing Strategies and Methods providers readers with an account of marketing past and present, and delves into digital marketing techniques such as AdWords, search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), social media marketing, mobile and email marketing, and others. Course: MKT 385
APA 7 Citation:
Peroni, M. & Peroni, M. (2018). Digital Marketing Strategies and Methods. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Modern Electronic Commerce: A Primer for Business Students
Harika Rao 2018 iBook (Restricted).
Modern Electronic Commerce: A Primer for Business Students was created for BUS 255: Fundamentals of E-Business, and serves as an introduction to conducting e-commerce. The interactive textbook focuses on the basics of internet business operations and details e-commerce theories on infrastructure, presence, strategies, SEO, and law and ethics. The material is further enhanced by the inclusion of hands-on widgets, videos, and case studies that supplement the theory and practice presented in the textual content. Course: BUS 255
APA 7 Citation:
Rao, H. (2018). Modern electronic commerce: A primer for business students. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Spreadsheet Design and Presentation Techniques Using Excel and PowerPoint
Jeanette D. Francis 2017 iBook (Restricted).
Spreadsheet Design and Presentation Techniques Using Excel and PowerPoint provides hands-on, step-by-step tutorials in Excel and PowerPoint. It covers topics on analyzing, presenting, formatting, and printing data for better decision-making. The section on PowerPoint prepares students to create interactive, integrated, and visually appealing infographics that can be used in academic and professional presentations. Course: CMS 400
APA 7 Citation:
Francis, J. D. (2017). Spreadsheet design and presentation techniques using Excel and PowerPoint. Lynn University Digital Press. -
The World We Live In: An Introduction to Geopolitics
Lynn University Digital Press 2017 iBook (OER).
The World We Live In: An Introduction to Geopolitics is a Multi-touch workbook for POL 100: Geopolitical Affairs. The highly interactive text surveys the multiple facets of the world’s geopolitical landscape, detailing functions such as international organizations, universal human rights, economic geography, supranationalism, devolution, defense spending, terrorism, demography, food systems, and environmental decline. Course: POL 100
APA 7 Citation:
Lynn University Digital Press. (2017). The world we live in: An introduction to geopolitics. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Strategic Management: Concepts for Businesses to Be Efficient and Effective in the Global and Competitive Marketplace
Ellen Ramsey 2017 iBook (Restricted).
This Multi-touch book covers the basic concepts of strategic management for MBA 690, identifying key issues surrounding businesses and management today. Along with the overview of the strategic management process, key concepts include the internal and external environment, SWOT analysis, cost leadership, corporate diversification and crisis planning. Readers will also be introduced to steps in the strategic planning process along with identifying a company's vision and mission. Also detailed are discussions on the globalizing marketplace and the impact of e-commerce and social media. The intention of this Multi-touch book is to provide a motivator for students as they apply concepts of management with their vision of how to be part of a successful company among the competition within their industry. Course: MBA 690
APA 7 Citation:
Ramsey, E. (2017). Strategic management: Concepts for businesses to be efficient and effective in the global and competitive marketplace. Lynn University Digital Press. -
Demystifying Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2016 Suite
Harika Rao 2017 iBook (Restricted).
The iBook for CMS 200 is a primer introducing the features and enhancements that Microsoft has made to its newest arsenal of its operating system, Windows 10, and its productivity suite, Office 2016. Detailing applications for both desktops and iPads, the textbook is optimized to illustrate all of the essential tools in a straightforward, simple-to-navigate, and easily understood manner. It is further enhanced by the inclusion of interactive widgets, videos, and case studies, while also including a wealth of tips and tricks that will tremendously benefit students’ work. Course: CMS 200
APA 7 Citation:
Rao, H. (2017). Demystifying Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2016 Suite. Lynn University Digital Press.
