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Spring 2007

We encourage students to frequently check Blackboard for updates regarding changes to syllabi, times, dates and rooms.

The Spring Semester begins on January 8, 2007

Some courses involve TV programs that are viewed at home on WUSF-TV, Channel 16 in Hillsborough, Manatee and Sarasota Counties (not including Venice, Englewood & Northport areas).  Other courses use different delivery methods, please see individual syllabi for more information. 

ANTHROPOLOGICAL PERSPECTIVES , 3 cr. hr,  Reference #: 12218  ANT 3005, Sec. 551.  (Telecourse)   Instructor: Hose

This course presents the basic concepts of anthropology, as they are relevant to contemporary life.  Aims at enabling the student to understand the anthropologists cross-cultural view of the human species as adapting through biosocial means to life on this planet.  For non-anthropology majors  only, may not be counted for credit towards an anthropology major.  On-line Quizzes, Discussions and Essays. Syllabus available in Blackboard at http://my.usf.edu one week prior to the beginning of the semester.

ART OF THE WESTERN WORLD, 3 cr. hr, Reference #: 13750 ARH 4930, Sec. 551.  WUSF-TV Channel 16.  (Web-Internet Course) Instructor: Jeffrey

This visually sumptuous course examines the works of art the have defined the Western aesthetic, spanning ancient Greece to modern examples.  In addition to superbly detailed film footage of American and European work, the course covers the dialogue between society and the artist.  3 on-line reviews and 2 on-line exams.  Syllabus available in Blackboard at http://my.usf.edu one week prior to the beginning of the semester.

CIVIL RIGHTS, 3 cr. hr, Reference #12217:  AFA 4931, Sec. 551.  Episodes are digitized, please check this website for upcoming information on the link for Spring.  Instructor: Morehouse

"Eyes on the Prize" video series traces the saga of the civil rights movement, from its origins to the ongoing search for racial equality and equal opportunity in America. Heroes and their accomplishments are detailed in this moving series; relive the trials of Malcolm X, Martin Luther King and others. Orientation, 3 on-campus reviews and 3 Friday afternoon exams.  Syllabus available in Blackboard at http://my.usf.edu one week prior to the beginning of the semester. 

INTRODUCTION TO ART, 4cr. hr, Reference #14741:  ARH 3001, Sec. 551. (Webcast with Videotape and Internet component)  Instructor: Jeffrey   

This course offers students an increased awareness of the visual arts in a global and local context.  Course requirements include 2 visits to local museums. On-line lectures, reviews and exams.  Various other on-line activities.  Syllabus available in Blackboard at http://my.usf.edu one week prior to the beginning of the semester.  MEETS THE REQUIREMENT FOR FINE ARTS OR HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVES.

ISSUES IN MUSIC, 3 cr. hr, Reference #: 12866 MUL 3001, Sec. 551. WUSF-TV Channel 16 and online at http://my.usf.edu. Instructor: Petrie

This USF produced course is designed to involve the student in the concert hall experience.  Performances of artist faculty consist of significant works of classical, jazz, and the music of other cultures.  Analysis and discussion of these works accompany the performances.  Ideal for students with some musical background and knowledge. All course assignments, lectures and exams are delivered through the USF BlackBoard system at http://my.usf.edu. MEETS THE LIBERAL ARTS REQUIREMENT FOR FINE ARTS AND NON-WESTERN PERSPECTIVE (ALAMEA).

ISSUES IN SPORTS, 3 cr. hr, Reference #: 12867  PET 3252, Sec. 551.  Course packet includes Program CD.  Internet component.  Instructor: Mertzman

A study of organized sports as a pervasive part of contemporary society.  By increasing understanding of some of the issues and controversies based in the structure of sports and society, individuals will be able to understand and improve sport experiences for themselves and others. Voluntary orientation,  On-line quizzes, discussions, activities and on-line final exam.  Syllabus available in Blackboard at http://my.usf.edu one week prior to the beginning of the semester.

LANGUAGE AND MEANING, 3 cr. hr, Reference #: 12868 LIN 3801, Sec. 551. Episodes are digitized, please check this website for upcoming information on the link for Spring.   Instructor: Fischer

A survey introduction for non-specialist to the basic principles of semantics and the way language conveys ideas. 3 on-campus reviews and 3 on-campus Friday afternoon exams.  Syllabus available in Blackboard at http://my.usf.edu one week prior to the beginning of the semester.

PROFESSIONAL ETHICS, 3cr. hr, Reference #: 12221 PHI 3636, Sec. 551  WUSF-TV Channel 16, Episodes are also digitized, please check this website for upcoming information on the link for Spring.  Instructor: Weatherford

An examination of the ethical problems that professionals will face in the complex, global society of the next few decades.  Topics include confidentiality, divided loyalty, racism, sexism, etc.  Features interviews  with legal, medical, and engineering professionals.  3 on-campus reviews and 3 Friday afternoon exams.  Syllabus available in Blackboard at http://my.usf.edu one week prior to the beginning of the semester.

For more information please contact:

Sarasota Telecourse/Webcourse Office

Joan Wright

(941) 359- 4597

 

 

 

 

 

 

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