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This course will examine four critical areas where military service, civilian law, and the Uniform Code of Military Justice intersect: family law; employment and re-employment rights; debtor and creditor issues; and the Uniform Code of Military Justice itself. In this course, you will have the opportunity to view original content by experts in the field, interact with fellow students via discussion forums, and investigate areas of interest via supplemental materials. Upon completion of this course, you will have a working knowledge of the rights and responsibilities of service members under these laws and regulations. This course is split into four sections, each featuring a few brief videos on various topics. Each video is accompanied by a short quiz checking your knowledge of the content, as well as links to helpful information elsewhere online. You have the ability to skip around between sections, videos, and quizzes at will, as well as revisit any of the content as often as you like.

This course will explore the reasons for the Great Depression and the accomplishments of the New Deal; the role of United States in the Second World War and its involvement in the Cold War; the strategies and results of the Civil Rights Movement; the foreign and domestic impacts of the Vietnam War; as well as U.S. social, political, and economic issues since the 1970s. Full series: U.S. History 1: First Peoples to the Early Republic: Born in Colonialism U.S. History 2: The Civil War Era: Dividing a Nation U.S. History 3: The Gilded Age to the Roaring Twenties: The Emergence of Modern America U.S. History 4: The Great Depression to the War on Terror: Enter the World Stage

This course will explore Native American cultures and the impacts of colonial and U.S. government policies on them; European colonization with particular focus on the British in North America; the War for Independence against Britain and the framing of the U.S. Constitution; as well as the formation of political parties in the early republic. Full series: U.S. History 1: First Peoples to the Early Republic: Born in Colonialism U.S. History 2: The Civil War Era: Dividing a Nation U.S. History 3: The Gilded Age to the Roaring Twenties: The Emergence of Modern America U.S. History 4: The Great Depression to the War on Terror: Enter the World Stage

Students want to know their instructor. This challenges online faculty to integrate technologies, such as avatars, video, and social media, to introduce their digital personalities and enhance learners’ experiences. This is called “humanizing,” which, according to DuCharme-Hansen, Dupin-Bryant, 2005 “reduces the psychological distance between the students and the instructor.” As online learning initiatives continue to expand, so does the need to leverage new learning technology to ensure students feel connected and engaged with the instructor and the course material. Course Objectives: Learn how to integrate educational technology tools into an online course with an emphasis on technology that can create an instructor presence or increase personal interaction. Share insights and suggestions about how to “humanize” online courses by maximizing the use of flexible educational technology tools. Demonstrate how technology-facilitated interactions can make instructors and learners more "real" online and how this correlates with student learning and retention. DuCharme-Hanson, R. and Dupin-Bryant, P. (2005). Course Planning for Online Adult Learners. Tech Trends March/April 49 (2), 31-39.

The beginning of the 21st century has been called the Information Age because of rapid increases in information and information resources. Information literacy is now a core competency mandated by higher education accreditation associations for almost all U.S. colleges and universities. It goes far beyond simple web searches and equips students with the research skills necessary to find, evaluate, and appropriately use the types of information required for college level research. This course is geared toward college students, especially those majoring in art and design, but will be useful to anyone who wants to become a more effective searcher. Students will explore the “deep web” (information not found through search engines) and experiment with various search strategies and filtering techniques. Students will also be encouraged to explore resources found in local libraries.

In spite of growing interest in analytics in education, most states / provinces / countries have not yet developed a systemic approach to learning analytics. Small-scale analytics projects in learning settings are helpful in advancing learning research, but do not provide the value of a systemic and strategic focus. Many interventions, such as alert systems, recommender systems, or student success systems, require cross-departmental and system-wide approaches. This online learning analytics symposium (#LAS13) will review how various institutions and regions around the world are planning and preparing for integrated and systems-wide learning analytics deployment.

Join us for the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics! Mega-events like the Olympics are complex phenomena that combine decisions about a short-term festival with long-term social impacts. On the surface, the public spectacle is compelling but going inside the games reveals so much more about the event, athletes, and host city. We will explore the many dimensions of mega-events—history, culture, politics, business, law, sports management, health, and economics—and provide the tools and language to interpret and understand the 2014 Winter Olympics. Join us, and fans around the world, for a month of Olympic spectacle.

With human capital development and the search for talent being one of the most pressing problems of businesses today, it's imperative to consider all possible labor sources. People with disabilities represent a potential labor force of eager and exceedingly capable people who can strategically advantage your business. The focus of this course is how organizations can access the largely untapped talents of individuals with disabilities to meet the strategic objectives of their organization. This course provides the necessary tools to enable leaders to build a case within their organization on how inclusion of people with disabilities can add a significant advantage to the organization's strategic plan. Students will cover the following key areas: Why individuals with disabilities should be a part of a human capital strategy Myths and misconceptions about people with disabilities How to successfully recruit this talent pool Aligning these efforts with an organizational strategy and global imperatives How to get implementation in your organization Learn more:

This course introduces project management principles and practices for non-project managers, including business owners, medical personnel, teachers, engineers, and others. Are you constantly running out of time and finding yourself short of resources to meet important deadlines? If so, you qualify as an accidental project manager! We can help you; we have a solution. Join five project management experts who will guide you on the path to success. They’ll provide examples of well-planned projects in many professions. Throughout the course, you’ll gain skills in identifying the project goal and the people affected, communications, scoping, scheduling, and budgeting. The course will include two live online presentations each week and self-paced lessons, including videos, discussions, and quizzes. This course is sponsored by Project Management World, AcademicPub, and Open Doors Group. Required materials: Project Management Skills for All Careers Copyright © 2011, 2012 by Project Management Open Resources and TAP-a-PM Edition 2 January, 2012. Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0). Bound Book ISBN-10: 0984813802 ISBN-13: 978-0-9848138-0-3 eBook ISBN-10: 0984813810 ISBN-13: 978-0-9848138-1-0 Publisher: AcademicPub, Inc. Prices: eBook- $16.95 (eBook rental good until March 31, 2016) B&W Bound- $30.91 Color Bound- $44.75 To obtain eBook, click here for logon info. Once logon info is obtained, click here to order the eBook.

Say “no more” to online course designs that create isolated and unsupported learning environments. This course enables those involved in delivering or supporting eLearning activities to experience and explore what it means to be an eLearner, as well as explore the current evidence and research into this important and developing area.

College instructors who have ever thought of creating a book should rush to sign up for this no-tuition course. In less than 24 hours, spread over a few weeks, they can learn the pros and cons of peer reviews, how to write and publish a book while teaching a full load, and how to have a book on the shelves -- or better yet on iPhones -- in less than a month. Students in the course will create a book and be exposed to industry leaders and great depth of materials at a fraction of their retail costs. Our expert, Mitchell Levy, is recognized on LinkedIn as the first thought leader architect in the world. As an entrepreneur, publisher, author, and trainer, he’ll bring a number of perspectives to this topic and will facilitate two fun, interactive sessions each week with guests and examples. This course is sponsored by SoftChalk, AcademicPub, and Open Doors Group. Required materials: Title: Rapid Book Publishing by THiNKaha Publisher: AcademicPub Ordering Link: http://www.academicpub.com/rapidbookpublishing.html Ebook $47.95. This book will expire one year from date of purchase and will be accessible for an additional year after that date. Black and White Softcover: $69.71 Color SoftCover: $114.75

This course provides education and training for EMS healthcare workers who may have need to transport a patient with a serious communicable disease like Ebola.

One Health, One Medicine: A Global Health Approach is a course for anyone interested in health, including: medicine, veterinary medicine, public health, life sciences, environmental health, health management and international health. The One Health One Medicine concept is changing the way we perceive and tackle the world’s health problems. This course is geared toward premedical and preveterinary medical students, as well as anyone interested in public health and MPH studies. This eight-week course is a must for anyone interested in the ways people, animals, and the environment interact with each other, affecting the health of each other. The course is divided into seven sections: History of Medicine Introduction to the One Health One Medicine Concept Emerging Infectious Diseases Zoonotic Diseases Food Safety Environmental Health International Health Time commitments: Students will be expected to complete the course within an eight week block of time. The course is comprised of seven sections which can be completed in weekly blocks requiring two hours of contact time per week. At the end of the seven modules, there are also discussions and case studies to prepare and submit which can be completed within the eight (final) week of the course. This cutting-edge course, taught by Dr Satesh Bidaisee, an associate professor from St. George's University Schools of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine in Grenada, will identify all areas of global health issues that require human and veterinary applications for solutions. St. George's University with its Schools of Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Arts and Sciences, and Graduate Studies Programs focuses on the One Health One Medicine approach in meeting the global health needs.

Concepts in Nanotechnology is a six-week introduction to nanotechnology. The course is designed at a pre-college level, with no college level chemistry, math, or physics experience required. You will learn what nanotechnology is and what it means for something to be a nanomaterial. You will also learn about the applications and commercial products that use nanotechnology. This is an exciting opportunity to delve into the nano-world. Prerequisites: The course is taught entirely in English and aimed at a U.S. high school level. You need to be familiar with the basic concepts of chemistry, such as the theory of atoms and the periodic table of elements. Basic algebra skills, such as how to deal with equations containing variables, fractions, and exponents is necessary. No prerequisite knowledge in nanotechnology, materials science, or physics is required.

This course focuses on the application of theoretical approaches to the strategic management of technology and innovation. Concepts, tools, and process will be explored through lectures, readings, team activities, and case study applications. Major topics include: The importance of technological innovation Dynamics of technological change Factors affecting technological innovation and adoption Organizational strategy and strategic management in the face of rapid technological change At the end of the course you will be able to: Identify how technological innovation impacts individuals, businesses, and society as a whole Explain how technology changes and evolves Identify the key factors affecting technological innovation and adoption Explain how organizations develop and manage strategies Explain the fundamental dynamics of technological innovation in an organizational setting Explain how to develop and implement organizational strategies for technological innovation

This course teaches students how to prepare, interpret, and use financial data to make business and financial decisions. Course content is based on a variety of topics pulled from specifications of the Accounting Pilot and Bridge Project (APBP) as spearheaded by Dan Deines and Joe Bittner. The APBP is currently striving to get the College Board to add Accounting to its AP Curriculum. Particular emphasis has been placed on mastering the expanded accounting equation, the full accounting cycle, preparing the financial statements, and understanding key financial ratios. Beginners or those just wanting to learn more about accounting are welcome, in addition to professionals and educators. In order to successfully complete this course, students will need the following prerequisites: 1. The ability to read and comprehend English at a college freshman level. 2. Access to YouTube to view course videos. 3. The ability to perform simple math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division), including solving for an unknown, as shown below: a = b*c where you are given a and c and you need to solve for b a = b + c where you are given a and b and you need to solve for a a = b/c where you are given a and c and you need to solve for b

At its core, this course is about providing students with a broader understanding of music as a uniquely human activity. This will be accomplished by discussing the music you actually listen to, learning about various dimensions and elements of music, and creating your own music. No previous experience making music is necessary. This course is designed for individuals at all levels of musical understanding and experience. The fundamental assumption underlying the course design is that ALL people are innately musicians, whether that musicianship is expressed in the form of listening, performing, or creating music. Ever since you were born (and even before) you have been developing an expertise in music based on your own personal musical experience. This is similar to how you have been developing a language expertise that is dependent on your individual experience with the language(s) that you speak. It is your own individual musical expertise that forms the entry point into this course and on which this course is built. These are the course’s four learning goals: Acquire a more robust understanding of the various dimensions of music Acquire a richer language for talking about (describing and evaluating) music Integrate those understandings to create and evaluate your own music Apply this musical language to describe and evaluate music of others The entire course is framed around answering one basic, but deceptively complex, question: What is music? The course is structured to help answer this question by approaching it from various perspectives, including the following: Music as Human Activity Music as Metaphor Music as Emotion Music as Physics Music as Form Music as Culture Within each module, you will do each of the following: Learn new material through various media, including course readings, presentations, videos, websites, etc. Actively participate in discussions, which are designed to give you opportunities to apply and broaden your knowledge of this new material. Demonstrate your knowledge by completing short quizzes on the material (only some modules). Create musical products of your own, with support and help embedded within the course itself (you do NOT need to be able to play an instrument or have previous experience making/writing music). Review, evaluate, critique, and discuss projects from your peers.

This is the second in a series of four courses aimed at helping students improve their scores on placement tests while preparing for college-level courses. This course focuses on reading skills.

This is the fourth in a series of four courses aimed at helping students improve their scores on placement tests while preparing for college-level courses. This course focuses on math skills.

This course provides an introduction to general semantics—the study of how we transform our life experiences into language and thought. Students will learn how their language habits and behaviors, as well as how they think about and share experiences, are what make them uniquely human. In other words, students will discover the critical, but sometimes subtle distinctions between what happens in their lives and how they talk about what happens. The course will include readings from a wide array of disciplines, such as communication studies, neuroscience, and cultural anthropology. It will also include visual and auditory demonstrations through music and social media, and collaborative interactions with fellow learners. These types of learning experiences allow students to not only learn about more effective language behaviors, but also practice those new behaviors in order to communicate more effectively and appropriately in interpersonal and organizational contexts.