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Distance
Learning
- The UA Distance Learning program works with other departments and units on campus to develop and deliver specialized certificates, degree programs, and individual courses using video, CD-ROM/DVD, and Web technology.
Independent Study
through Correspondence
- Correspondence & Independent Study courses are available to students anytime, anywhere. Students can set their own pace and have up to nine months to complete a course. The Correspondence program offers a variety Continuing Education Unit (CEU) programs for working professionals.
Professional
Development
- Professional Development offers programs that train and prepare organizations and individuals in IT and business skills. Programs are delivered on campus or in customized courses at a company or workplace.
Credit
Outreach
- Credit Outreach offers a variety of flexibly-scheduled degree and certificate courses and programs for University of Arizona academic credit – both on and off the UA campus.
Evening &
Weekend Campus
- Evening & Weekend Campus is specifically designed to serve working adults, and addresses the educational needs of students who wish to earn a bachelor's degree, but can only attend classes in the evenings and on weekends. B.A. degrees in Interdisciplinary Studies (IDS), Communication, Political Science, and Psychology are offered.
Youth
Programs
- Youth Programs - Students in grades 3-12 are introduced to the excitement of a college environment through specialty summer camps offered through UA academic units, including the College of Law, the College of Optical Sciences, the School of Music, and the College of Nursing.
Seniors' Programs
- Seniors' Programs includes two programs specifically designed for individuals 55 years of age and older: Elderhostel and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI). Elderhostel offers participants the opportunity to explore Tucson, Nogales, and Mexico through educational travel and programs. OLLI is a member-led organization featuring stimulating, noncredit learning on a university level.

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Course Information & Schedules :: Credit Courses

A ED/AGTM 422/522 – Communicating Knowledge in Agriculture and the Life Sciences
Registration Procedures & Restrictions	Register by completing the General Undergraduate or Graduate Registration process through Distance Learning.
Official Catalogue Description	Principles and processes of knowledge diffusion and methods of transferring appropriate technology to user/clientele groups. Communicating effectively within organizations. Graduate-level requirements include an additional report.
Session Dates	August 25, 2008 through December 10, 2008
Units	3
Prerequisites	NA
Course Web Site	D2L; www.d2l.arizona.edu
Dept. Web Site	http://ag.arizona.edu/aed/
Instructor Name	Dr. Jack Elliot
Instructor Contact Info.	elliot@ag.arizona.edu; (520) 621-1523
Instructor's Web Site	http://ag.arizona.edu/aed/faculty_staff/elliot.htm
Textbooks, Materials	This course will be offered over D2L and also Webcast. The Webcast will be recorded every M,W,F 8:00am-8:50am. You will be responsible for watching the Webcast within 24 hours from recording and complete any necessary assignments.