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Fall 2007

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

The Fall Semester begins on August 27, 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 #: 82841  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 #: 83026 ART 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 #88702:  AFA 4931, Sec. 551.  Episodes are digitized, please check this website for upcoming information on the link for Fall.  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. 

ISSUES IN MUSIC, 3 cr. hr, Reference #: 88518 MUL 3001, Sec. 552. 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 #: 82253  PET 3252, Sec. 521.  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 #: 87855 LIN 3801, Sec. 552. Episodes are digitized, please check this website for upcoming information on the link for Fall.   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.

For more information please contact:

Darryl Waddy at 941- 359-4616

Email: dwaddy2002@sar.usf.edu

 

 

 

 

 

 

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