March/April 2003
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Emergency preparedness modules free to public health
workers
A series on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response is now available
at no charge to public health workers in Indiana. Modules will address smallpox
and anthrax preparedness, bioterrorism agents, and emerging infectious diseases.
Offered through the Mid-America Public Health Training Center at the University
of Illinois Chicago in partnership with the IU School of Medicine Department
of Public Health, the classes are open for enrollment at any time, with instructor-led
online study leading to continuing education units (CEUs) upon completion.
Interactive tools provide assistance to new learners
Learners new to distance education will benefit from the interactive aids now
available on the ICN Web site. “Learner Tools,” located under
the Student Services link, include quizzes to determine if distance learning
is right for you; links to online tutoring; tutorials to assist you as select,
search, write, evaluate, and cite information from online resources; resources
to cope with math anxiety; and tutorials to enhance writing and speaking
skills.
It's not too late to register for summer classes
Summer registration deadlines are nearing! With over 1,900 classes offered
during summer 2003, you’re sure to find a class to meet your needs.
Online criminal justice classes beign this summer
In a combined effort between Ivy Tech State College (ITSC)-Terre Haute and
Indiana State University (ISU), six new criminal justice courses are being
offered online this summer. These classes partially fulfill the requirements
for the associate degree in Criminal Justice at ITSC. While 90 percent of
the required classes will soon be available online, ITSC plans to offer the
entire program online in the future. Students who complete the ITSC associate
degree can continue into ISU’s B.S. completion program in Criminology,
which is available online in its entirety.
The six courses offered this summer begin on May 19. They are:
- CRJ 101: Introduction to Criminal Justice Systems
- CRJ 103: Cultural Awareness
- CRJ 105: Introduction to Criminology
- CRJ 113: Criminal Investigation
- CRJ 115: Criminalistics
- CRJ 123: Juvenile Justice Systems
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Certificate programs akin to mini master's degrees
Certificate programs are like mini master's degrees. They give you expertise
in a specialized area or help you meet new job requirements. In many cases,
you can use the certificate courses towards a master's degree if you later
decide to pursue one. ICN promotes graduate certificate programs in Public
Administration and Library/Media Services, both from Indiana State University.
Indiana State, Vincennes offer dual admission
Prospective college students considering a two-year college for the first phase
of their higher education can ensure a smooth transition to a four-year school
under a plan announced Friday by the presidents of Indiana State and Vincennes
universities.
Beginning with applications for the fall 2003 term, students may apply for
dual admission to both VU and Indiana State.
“Dual admission is a big step forward,” Vincennes University President
Bryan Blanchard said. “Some of the more student friendly institutions
in the country have been experimenting with dual admission.”
Fall registration is going on now
This fall, more than 1,800 courses and 130 degree and certificate programs
are available to students studying at a distance. Nearly 70 percent of the
classes are available online. Registration is going on now!
To become a distance education student with ICN institutions, there are three
simple steps you need to take: (1) select a Home Institution, (2) complete
the ICN Preregistration Form, and (3) indicate if you are degree seeking
or not. Remember, you may complete up to 12 credit hours as a nondegree-seeking
student before applying for formal admission as a degree-seeking student.
Spotlight on Ivy Tech State College
With 23 regional campuses throughout Indiana, Ivy Tech State College
(ITSC) provides a variety of distance learning opportunities. This summer,
ITSC is offering over 180 courses including Medical Law and Ethics, Integrated
Accounting Systems, CAD Fundamentals, and Criminal Investigation.
ITSC currently offers one certificate and three associate degrees at a distance.
They are:
- Associate of Applied Science in Accounting
- Associate of Applied Science in Business Administration
- Associate of Applied Science in Design Technology
- Dietary Manager Career Certificate
You can find information including an Orientation to Online Learning, a course
listing, and a list of coordinators on the Ivy Tech Web site. You can also
find a very informative list of Resources for Online Students, which includes
research resources, communication tips, and information on netiquette and technical
skills.
Staff updates from around the state
Alison Jensen, enrollment services coordinator
ICN Student Services Center
alijense@indiana.edu
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always welcome!
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