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These are free, online courses that are part of the Open Course Library at Washington State, a collection of shareable course materials created for faculty to use in their classes. As part of the Open Course Library this content is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which means that you are free to reuse the course in its entirety, edit it and use a your own modified version, or pick out only pieces which can be incorporated into your own course, as long as you credit the original author for their work.

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Date Added to MERLOT:: December 6, 2011
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Calculus I (Online Course)

Calculus is the mathematics of CHANGE and almost everything in our world is changing.Calculus is among the most... More

Calculus is the mathematics of CHANGE and almost everything in our world is changing.Calculus is among the most important and useful developments of human thought, and, even though it is over 300 years old, it is still considered the beginning and cornerstone of modern mathematics. It is a wonderful and beautiful and useful set of ideas and techniques You will see the fundamental ideas of this course over and over again in future courses in mathematics, the sciences (physical, biological and social) as well as in economics, engineering and others.But calculus is an intellectual step up from your previous mathematics courses. Many of the ideas are more carefully defined, and they have both a functional and a graphical meaning Some of the algorithms are more complicated, and in many cases you will need to decide on the appropriate algorithm to use. And there is a huge variety of applications, too many to be able to discuss each one in class in detail.
Calculus II (Online Course)

This is the second level calculus course.
Calculus III (Online Course)

This is the third level calculus course.
Cultural Anthropology (Online Course)

Students examine the anthropological perspective of human culture, including such institutions as kinship, politics, and... More

Students examine the anthropological perspective of human culture, including such institutions as kinship, politics, and religion, and evaluate the interrelationship between culture, environment and biology. Students explore the effects of globalization on culture while developing critical thinking skills through the application of essential anthropological approaches, theories, and methods. This course is divided into 3 units:
Elementary Algebra (Online Course)

This course is the study of basic algebraic operations and concepts and the structure and use of algebra. This includes... More
Engineering Physics (Online Course)

This course covers the major topics of mechanics including momentum and energy conservation, kinematics, Newton's laws... More

This course covers the major topics of mechanics including momentum and energy conservation, kinematics, Newton's laws and equilibrium. The major emphasis is to develop critical analysis, problem solving and scientific reasoning skilss by considering numerous different systems and ininteractions, solving problems and discussion. We will use a systematic approach based on modeling systems by application of basic physics principles, making assumptions, utilizing multiple representastions in order to become proficient at problem solving.
English Composition I (Online Course)

English 101 focuses on the analysis of basic human issues as presented in literature with an emphasis on analytic... More

English 101 focuses on the analysis of basic human issues as presented in literature with an emphasis on analytic reading, writing and discussion, and on development of argumentative essays based on textual analysis, with attention to style, audience and documentation. By writing several analytical, thesis-driven essays which show engagement with and understanding of a variety of texts, students will practice the critical thinking, reading and writing skills which comprise an important component of college and university studies as well as clear, audience-appropriate communications in other professional settings.
English Composition II (Online Course)

English 102 is an expository writing course requiring more advanced writing skills than Basic English Composition 101,... More

English 102 is an expository writing course requiring more advanced writing skills than Basic English Composition 101, yet reviewing and incorporating some of the same skills. This course teaches you research skills by emphasizing the development of advanced analytical/critical reading skills, proficiency in investigative research, and the writing of expository and persuasive prose including properly documented and researched argumentative essays. A major component of this course will be an emphasis on the research process or “information literacy”: your ability to locate, evaluate and use information effectively. You also will recognize academic audiences, increase your clarity and objectivity, and adhere to standard formats.
General Biology with Lab (Online Course)

General Biology is intended to leave the student with an integrated view of the living world including the nature of... More
General Psychology (Online Course)

General Psychology surveys the knowledge and methods of the discipline of psychology. Emphasis will be placed upon... More

General Psychology surveys the knowledge and methods of the discipline of psychology. Emphasis will be placed upon application of psychological knowledge to daily situations, and upon accessing and assessing information from a variety of sources about behavior. Skills in scientific reasoning and critical thinking will be developed during this course. Areas of psychology to be included are: research methods, neuroscience, human development, perception, consciousness, learning, memory, intelligence, motivation, emotion, personality, psychological disorders, psychotherapy, stress and health, and social psychology.
Intermediate Algebra (Online Course)

This course is the study of basic algebraic operations and concepts and the structure and use of algebra. This includes... More
Introduction To Business (Online Course)

This course will cover five topics: The Context of Business, Entrepreneurship and Legal Forms of Business, Marketing,... More
Introduction to Chemistry (Inorganic) (Online Course)

From consumer products to space-age technologies, chemistry affects our daily lives. In this course, students will learn... More

From consumer products to space-age technologies, chemistry affects our daily lives. In this course, students will learn the structure of matter and how it behaves under various conditions in order to better understand the chemical world. Designed for students with little or no chemistry background. Laboratory activities extend lecture concepts and introduce students to the experimental process. This course is designed for a face-to-face mode of instruction using online resources. Course content is divided into units. Each unit may include text readings, laboratory preparation, study questions, thought-provoking discussions, written assignments, learning activities, and group projects.
Introduction To Literature I (Online Course)

This class explores ways that writers portray human experience in their short stories, poems and plays. Through class... More

This class explores ways that writers portray human experience in their short stories, poems and plays. Through class discussions, lectures, and creative responses, students will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of literary works. In this course students develop and express their own analytic responses to a variety of works of literature, paying special attention to the ways that literary works are crafted and also to the ways readers' understanding of literature is subject to personal perspectives and various theoretical frameworks.
Introduction to Logic (Online Course)

Logic, as an academic subject, is the systematic study of the standards of correct reasoning. In short, logic is the... More
Introduction to Oceanography (Online Course)

Planet Earth's Ocean covers over 70% of its surface, yet oceanographic research has only recently come to its full... More

Planet Earth's Ocean covers over 70% of its surface, yet oceanographic research has only recently come to its full potential with the advent of new technologies. This course emphasizes the need to understand geologic, chemical, physical and biological processes or features that occur in ocean environments. It is designed to be thorough enough to prepare you for more advanced work, while presenting the concepts to non-majors in a way that is meaningful and not overwhelming.
Introduction To Philosophy (Online Course)

This is an introductory course in Philosophy.
Introduction to Physical Geology (Online Course)

Geology is a core science, along with physics, chemistry, and biology. It uses rigorous methods of inquiry that... More

Geology is a core science, along with physics, chemistry, and biology. It uses rigorous methods of inquiry that illuminate the history of the earth and its present-day geological activity. Geology allows us to discover how earth’s history and activity determine the state of the planet and its life forms. The study of geology also shows us how human behavior affects the earth. Topics we will cover include plate tectonics, earthquakes, volcanoes, rocks, minerals, geologic time, glaciers, rivers, geologic structures, layers of the earth, and reading maps. This course includes laboratory work and lab credit.
Introduction to Statistics (Online Course)

In this course, we will introduce some of the more common tool for analyzing data of several types. We are not aiming at... More

In this course, we will introduce some of the more common tool for analyzing data of several types. We are not aiming at introducing all or even most of them. The main goal of the course is to highlight the general assumptions and methods that underlie all statistical analysis. The purpose is to get a good understanding of the scope, and the limitations of these methods. We also want to learn as much as possible about the assumptions behind the most common methods, in order to evaluate if they apply with reasonable accuracy to a given situation. Our goal is not so much learning bread and butter techniques: these are pre-programmed in widely available and used software, so much so that a mechanical acquisition of these techniques could be quickly done "on the job". What is more challenging is the evaluation of what the results of a statistical procedure really mean, how reliable they are in given circumstances, and what their limitations are.
Lifespan Psychology (Online Course)

Growth and development through the life span including physical, social, cognitive and neurological development. Topics... More
Macroeconomics (Online Course)

This course is a comprehensive introduction to the structure of the American economy as compared to other economic... More

This course is a comprehensive introduction to the structure of the American economy as compared to other economic structures. Supply and demand, GDP, inflation, monetary policy, money and banking, taxation, economic growth, international exchange and comparisons of classical, Keynesian and monetarist economic philosophies are presented. It is required for business majors planning to transfer to 4-year business programs in the state of Washington.
Microeconomics (Online Course)

This course is a comprehensive introduction to the functions of the market system including allocation of scarce... More
Music Appreciation (Online Course)

The purpose of this course is to help students further enhance their appreciation for music as a creative tool of the... More

The purpose of this course is to help students further enhance their appreciation for music as a creative tool of the imagination, as entertainment, and as a window into who we are as social beings. Part of the course also helps students to advance their listening skills, which leads to a better understand of what music actually contains. For this purpose, the course explores western classical music; American folk, popular and religious music; along with a sampling of music from non-western cultures.
Physical Anthropology (Open (Access) Textbook)

Students in this course will explore evolutionary theory, including the core concepts of basic genetics and and the... More

Students in this course will explore evolutionary theory, including the core concepts of basic genetics and and the modern synthesis of evolution. Students will examine, critically evaluate, and explain scientific claims about the origins of humankind and modern human variation as well as biocultural evolution. Students will develop critical thinking and communication skills through the application of essential anthropological approaches, theories and methods.
Precalculus I (Online Course)

This course will cover families of trigonometric functions, their inverses, properties, graphs, and applications.... More
Precalculus II (Online Course)

This course will cover families of trigonometric functions, their inverses, properties, graphs, and applications.... More
Pre-College English (Online Course)

This is a course designed to improve the student's writing ability for entrance into ENGL 101. Coursework focuses on... More
Principles of Accounting I (Online Course)

ACCT 201 is an introduction to the fundamentals of financial accounting. This is the first of a two part sequence in... More

ACCT 201 is an introduction to the fundamentals of financial accounting. This is the first of a two part sequence in financial accounting. In this course we will explore the framework for all accounting processes. Students will learn to record economic events and follow a business process through the steps of the accounting cycle. Service and merchandising businesses will be covered and communication of the conclusions to decision-makers will be emphasized. This is a required class for business majors planning to transfer to a 4-year business programs in the state of Washington.
Principles of Accounting II (Online Course)

This is the second in the sequence of two corporate financial accounting courses. The course is designed for students... More

This is the second in the sequence of two corporate financial accounting courses. The course is designed for students who have successfully completed ACCT&201. We will expand on the basic framework covered in the first course. During the quarter we will emphasis specific areas of accounting: internal control, receivables, long-term assets and liabilities, debt and equity financing, and the statement of cash flows. The course goal is to provide a basic foundation for further study in accounting and the relationship to the business core and to prepare the student for further study in other business courses. This is a required class for business majors planning to transfer to a 4-year business programs in the state of Washington.
Public Speaking (Online Course)

This course assists students in developing oral communication skills. Classroom practice, the Internet, e-mail,... More
Research for the 21st Century (Online Course)

The learning objectives of this course are to: 1. Develop and research a topic of global significance 2. Recognize... More
Technical Writing (Online Course)

The course explores techniques for gathering, organizing, and presenting technical information in written reports for... More
Try College / College Success Course (Online Course)

This course is intended to help students discover why they should go to college, be educated in choosing the correct... More

This course is intended to help students discover why they should go to college, be educated in choosing the correct college path, and then prepare students for the different educational setting they will be entering. This will help students avoid any surprises and give the best opportunity for success in college. Students will be working toward finding out their two “key colleges” and they will then investigate those colleges at length. At the conclusion of the course students will be prepared to enter these college and know how and where to find resources to ensure success.
US History I (Online Course)

After exploring North America before the arrival of Europeans, we study the early interactions of Europeans with... More
US History II (Online Course)

We begin in that decade when the United States in three years (1845-48) grew by 50 percent. Through the Civil War to the... More

We begin in that decade when the United States in three years (1845-48) grew by 50 percent. Through the Civil War to the 20th century, we explore how different people experienced the transformation of the country into an industrial nation and emerging world power. Those who would like to pursue their study of American history will want to take Hist 146 (US History I) and Hist 148 (US History III).
US History III (Online Course)

This course "surveys the significant forces and people that have shaped American civilization from the Progressive Era... More