Higher Education
English Composition
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College Writing III
College Writing III is a freshman-level composition course that combines a review of good writing techniques and an introduction to
research methods using library, computer, and other sources. Syllabus, calendar, assignments, grades, and links to related materials are included. Course taught by: Professor Mary Paynter, Edgewood College, Madison, WI.
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Composition ENG-102
Web-based composition class. Contains syllabus, reading list, writing exercises, class roster, Internet writing resources, and a unique
Web-based conferencing system for student discussion. Course taught by: Curtis Nehring Bliss, SUNY Cobleskill.
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Computers and Writing
Explores writing on the Internet and in multimedia programs, and writing about the impact of the Internet and digital media. The course examines computer-based literacies, new forms of cultural expression in digital media, and ethical issues related to the use of technology. Writing assignments are grounded in a classical rhetorical model; students complete expressive, persuasive and informative projects. The course also stresses the interactive use of the Internet in real-time discussions in Multi-User Domains and via CU-SeeMe. Course taught by: Susan Warshauer, University of Texas at Austin.
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Nature of Poetry
A study of styles, techniques, forms, and conceptions of poetry, involving practice in explication, both oral and written, of individual poems. Includes syllabus, calendar, assignments, student work, and links to related material. Course taught by: Seamus Cooney, Western Michigan University.
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Science Fiction
Detailed study guides to various works of science fiction, including explication of obscure details, translation of foreign-language passages, links to explanatory materials elsewhere on the Web. By Paul Brians, Washington State University.
History
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Labyrinth: A World Wide Web Server for Medieval Studies
A rich source of resources and professional information produced by medieval scholars. A wonderful example of a good web site of substance.
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Antebellum Richmond
A course that explores urban slavery, the politics of secession, southern literature and religion. Course taught by Scott Nelson, College of William and Mary.
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Environmental History
Environmental and humanity are inextricably linked. This course examines the interaction between human history and nature. Issues addressed will include urban settlement, water development, land ownership, and technology. Course taught by Gordon Patterson, Florida Institute of Technology.
Humanities
Art/Art History
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Commentary on Art
An introduction to writing about art. Course taught by Jerrold Maddox, Penn State University
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Designing Hypermedia: Creative & Critical Investigations
This course is intended as a general introduction to the design and production of simple multimedia projects as well as discussion of the critical, interdisciplinary issues surrounding interactivity. Course taught by Brian Slawson, University of Florida.
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Visual Information in Art
An excellent tutorial that that demonstrates how visual information is used in art. By John H. Krantz, Hanover College.
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BABEL
A site that collaborates with artists to develop projects which explore the potential of the Internet as a medium for artistic expression.
Theater
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THE 3100 Theater History
A course that studies the development of theatrical production in its cultural context from ancient times to the contemporary stage. Includes syllabus, calendar, lecture notes, assignments, student work, and links to related material. Course taught by Dr. Patrick Finelli, University of South Florida.
Philosophy
Science