Class Bulletin Board Information
The bulletin board provides two main functions to the user: the ability to post, read and search for bulletin board messages. It is an important information source because it provides messages from the instructor, as well as the collective questions, answers and comments of students in the current course session concerning course-related material. It is richer than a regular newsgroup because questions may be posted directly from the on-line notes regarding specific page topics. As well, the bulletin board is designed in a sophisticated manner that enables the user to easily extract articles in a number of ways, to cater to their current information requirements. For additional information click on the bulletin board icon located on the course homepage.

Chat Room and Video Conferencing Information
The Chat tool allows you to have real-time conversations with users of this or any other course. It can be used for online, interactive sessions such as tutorials or discussions. For additional information, click on the course tools and other useful links icon located on the course homepage. The interactive video conferencing will take place on selected evening during the term.  You will be required to attend one of the videoconferencing sites located throughout the state to receive the transmission. Conversations during the videoconferencing sessions will be similar to those held in the chat rooms.

Course Roster with E-Mail Address
After the final day to drop classes has passed (May 16), you will be able to access a list of your classmates and their E-mail addresses. Just click on the "Student Profile" icon located on the course homepage.

Student Homepages
The Student Homepage gives you the tools you need to create a personalized Homepage which contains information about yourself, the projects you are working on, links to your favorite Web sites, and perhaps biographical information about your favorite pet. This tool can also be found under "Student Profile."

Course Content Resources
Through out the course you will be given links to related subject matter. These links are designed to provide additional perspectives on materials covered in the course. In some cases, the links may offer material not covered in class.

Technical Support and Other Resources
There are a number of resources available to you if you are having trouble with the technical aspects of this internet-based course, or with on-line distance learning. They include:

• CIRCA (Center of Instructional and Research Computing Activities) Hotline Phone Number
  (352) 392-HELP. Website = http://www.circa.ufl.edu/
• UF Gator Guide to WebCT: http://course1.circa.ufl.edu:8900/public/gator/index.html
• UF WebCT Homepage: http://webct.ufl.edu/
• WebCT homepage: http://www.webct.com
• The Florida Distance Learning Reference & Referral Center (1-888-772-8033)
  http://www.rrc.usf.edu/

UF Counseling Services
Resources are available on-campus for students having personal problems or lacking clear career and academic goals that interfere with their academic performance. These resources include:

1. University Counseling Center, 301 Peabody Hall, (352) 392-1575, personal and career counseling.
2. Student Mental Health, Student Health Care Center, (352) 392-1171, personal counseling.
3. Sexual Assault Recovery Services (SARS), Student Health Care Center, (352) 392-1161, sexual counseling.
4. Career Resource Center, Reitz Union, (352) 392-1601, career development assistance and counseling