USF 1996-97 Undergraduate Catalog - Pages 54 - 56
The Division of Special Programs (DSP) is an academic division of the School of Continuing Education for the conduct of credit courses for non-traditional students.˙PACE (Program for Adult Credit Education) is the primary administrative unit for DSP; administrative support is also provided to Overseas Study and MERIT (Multilingual Educational Resources, Information and Training).
DSP/PACE is an administrative unit for the non-traditional delivery of both undergraduate and graduate classes. Methods of delivery include, but are not limited to: off-campus classes offered with instructors coming to the site, concentrated format classes, weekend classes on campus, and electronic transmission of regular USF classes to remote sites.
PACE provides administrative support for departments and colleges within the University as they meet the community's professional educational needs, e.g. licensure, certification, or other professional credit continuing education. The Division also works with area businesses, school boards, and organizations to offer credit courses to their employees, often by contract with a sponsor. Through its "Forum USF" program, PACE serves as an academic outreach into business, educational and community organizations.
The Division also administers MERIT, a program to meet the needs of public school boards and their employees for training in working with Limited English Proficient students.
All courses delivered by PACE are listed in the USF undergraduate or graduate catalog and are taught by USF instructors.˙Students in PACE programs must meet all USF admissions, academic standing, and graduation requirements. All registration is handled through PACE (1) at the first and last class meeting of each PACE course every semester, (2) at orientation sessions, or (3) during regular office hours in the PACE office.˙Textbooks are delivered to the various sites for each class. Academic counseling and advice are also available.
Payment for PACE courses is made directly to PACE, usually by mail. Costs are ordinarily a bit higher than regular Tampa Campus rates to cover additional expenses incurred in coordinating and offering a largely off-campus program. VISA and MasterCard are accepted by phone or in person on campus (but not at off-campus locations) as payment for course fees.
The Division exists as a means for the University to respond quickly and flexibly to the needs of the USF service area for credit courses that cannot be conducted through the University's usual offerings. Consequently, the Division is receptive to adding new programs to its activities.
For details on any of these programs, contact the Division of Special Programs, University of South Florida, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., MGZ 144, Tampa, Florida 33620-6610; e-mail: PACE@conted01.conted.usf.edu
The Overseas Study Office coordinates the vast majority of the University's overseas study programs. Study abroad consists of two major types: (1) residential programs at noted international colleges and universities or accredited language institutes, and (2) tours of a country or region that are preceded by several weeks of classroom study.
Residential programs up to a semester in length are sponsored by USF in France and Costa Rica. Other overseas study locations are available to USF students through cooperative programs. Residential programs in the Summer of less than a full semester are conducted by USF in Cambridge, England; Perugia, Italy; Madrid, Spain; Berlin, Germany; Moscow, Russia; and Athens, Greece.
The typical study tour consists of lectures of a specific academic topic by USF faculty in advance and while overseas. All tours are led by USF faculty with experience and academic expertise in the country(s) toured. Destinations previously toured include Africa, Australia, China, Egypt, Great Britain, Israel, Russia, and South America.
All residental and study tour programs are open to the general public as well as USF students; all programs include an academic course that may be taken on a credit or audit basis. The Overseas Study Office is a cooperative program between the International Affairs Center and the School of Continuing Education.
For details on overseas programs, contact the Overseas Study Office, 4202 E. Fowler Avenue - CPR 107, USF, Tampa FL 33620-5550.
The Division of Lifelong Learning offers courses, services, and programs designed to meet the personal improvement, career, and cultural needs of individuals. Courses are non-credit and include special interest, certificate programs, computer skills, professional development and test preparation. Various non-credit educational programs (workshops, seminars, short courses, etc.) are scheduled through the year by the colleges of the University and the School's Division of Lifelong Learning, making it possible for the University to serve greater numbers of people of all ages with richer and more diversified programs. The programs vary in length from one day to ten weeks, and the subject matter is concentrated as needed for the group being served.
The Continuing Education Unit (CEU) is awarded to participants who successfully complete programs that are sponsored by the School of Continuing Education and approved by an academic unit. Transcripts indicating awarded CEU's are available on written request.
The Division of Lifelong Learning develops programs for business and industry, government, professional, civic, and service groups. A variety of instructional methods is used to assure maximum participation. Distinguished faculty members from USF and other institutions of higher education, and national and international resource persons serve as consultants, instructors, and lecturers for the programs.
Professional program coordinators are available to provide technical assistance in program planning, budget preparation, and evaluation, and to assist organizations in developing programs consistent with the needs of the group and the overall educational objectives of the University.
The Florida Center for Writers, a joint project of the Department of English and the Division of Lifelong Learning at USF, was established to foster an appreciation of literature and to help writers of all levels master their craft. The Center sponsors the annual Florida Suncoast Writer's Conference and Florida Suncoast Writers' April Workshop, ongoing classes in writing, the publication of Sunscripts: WRiting from the Florida Suncoast Conference and Workshop, and various lectures and readings.
The USF Mediation Institute provides Florida Supreme Court approved courses used for certification in family and circuit civil mediation. In addition, the Mediation Institute provides educational programs that incorporate conflict resolution skills in parenting classes for divorcing families; juvenile dependency mediation; orientation materials for mediating parties; advanced mediation training; and assistance in developing training programs in emerging areas of conflict resolution through mediation.
For further information, contact the USF Mediation Institute, USF School of Continuing Education, 4202 E. Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620-6600.
The USF Community Music Division is a full-service community music school and a member of the National Guild of Community Schools of the Arts. Utilizing facilities of the School of Music, the Division also uses music facilities in selected area schools and brings quality music instruction to various neighborhoods. The Division provides non-credit instruction for children and adults in both private and group settings. The school year is divided into two semesters of fourteen weeks each plus a summer session. Programs range from pre-school music classes through adult private instruction.
Dedicated to providing the highest quality musical instruction, the Division has a talented teaching staff comprised of musicians active as both teachers and performers. These include Florida Orchestra members in addition to leading community-based music teachers and free-lance musicians.
The Division of Conferences and Institutes develops and coordinates short-term programs (conferences, institutes, seminars and short courses) consistent with the needs of specific groups and organizations to broaden their professional competencies. This division serves the academic and administrative units of the University as well as organizations such as business and industrial firms, government agencies, schools, professional organizations, and other interest groups.
Organizations that require only management support during the conference itself, as well as those that require a full complement of services, can be accommodated by the Division. Professional program coordinators provide assistance with conducting needs assessments, technical program design, program budget development, instructional resources, brochure preparation, logistics, registration, recording of Continuing Education Units, on-site program management, program evaluation, and certificates.
For details, contact the Division of Conferences and Institutes, USF, 4202 E. Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL 33620-6600, telephone 813-974-5731, fax 813-974-5421;e-mail: laura@conted.usf.edu.
The Division of Senior Programs initiates and coordinates programs for adults of retirement age. Many of these programs are planned in conjunction with seniors who play an active volunteer role in facets of the programs. Programs inlcude:
Senior Citizen Tuition Waiver Program: Florida residents who are 60 years of age or older by the first day of a respective semester may take certain undergraduate or graduate courses on a space available basis without paying tuition. Academic credit is not awarded, examinations are not required, and grades are not given. An orientation-registration is held at the beginning of each semester. Peer advisors are available for advising.
SeniorNet: An international, non-profit organization, SeniorNet is for seniors age 55 and over who are interested in learning to use computers. Members who join SeniorNet share and exchange knowledge and interest with members through an online network. Members may take courses taught by senior volunteers with extensive computer experience. Courses and fees are described in information sent to seniors who ask to be on a SeniorNet mailing list.
Learning in Retirement Institute: As an outgrowth of Elderhostel, the Learning in Retirement Institute builds on the motivations and expriences of adults in retirement as they continue learning, expanding their horizons and enhancing their personal development. Learners develop intellectually stimulating educational programming within an organizational structure which distinguishes the Institute as an educational community of older learners. Learners must be members of the Institute and pay fees for study groups each semester. Membership information, study groups and study group leaders are described in information available to seniors who request inclusion on the LIR mailing list.
Other programs and courses are offered each term. For details on all Senior Programs, contact Division of Senior Programs, USF, 4202 East Fowler Avenue, MGY 153, Tampa, FL 33620-6600; e-mail: lee@conted01.conted.usf.edu
The English Language Institute offers intensive English as a Second Language (ESL) to non-native speakers of English. Students are given a placement test upon registering for the program. This test determines the proficiency level into which the student is placed, ranging from elementary, low-intermediate, high-intermediate, to advanced pre-university ESL.
Students attend non-credit classes 25 hours a week. The curriculum includes training in English pronunciation, listening comprehension, spoken English, grammar drills, reading comprehension, and composition skills. Students who complete Advanced ESL usually score above 500 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
The English Language Institute is authorized to issue the Certificate of Eligibility (I-20) to students who require a Student Visa (F-1) and who meet criteria set forth by the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service.
The cost of the program is $2,485.00 per semester. There is an additional non-refundable $50.00 application fee.
For complete details, contact the English Language Institute, USF, Tampa, FL 33620, or call (813) 974-3433; FAX: (813) 974-2769.
The Professional Development Center extends the resources of the College of Business Administration to public and private sector managers through a wide variety of conferences, seminars, workshops, and short courses. The Center also offers specially tailored or custom designed in-house programs on virtually any business-related topic.
Programs are conducted by instructors drawn from the University, government, business, and professional firms who, by combining experience with knowledge, bring both the theoretical and practical into the classroom.
Additional information about the Center and its programs may be obtained by writing the Professional Development Center, College of Business Administration, USF, Tampa, FL 33620 or by calling (813) 974-4264.
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