UCF - Student Academic Resource Center

We will select and pre-register you for two college credit courses. Possible courses could include:

Sociology (SYG 2000)
Psychology (PSY 2012)
English Composition I (ENC 1101)
English Composition II (ENC 1102)
Fundamentals of Communication (SPC 1600)
American National Government (POS 2041)
College Success Strategies (SLS 1501)

If you have or anticipate having credit for ANY of the above courses through dual enrollment, International Baccalaureate credit, or Advanced Placement (AP) Tests, you must notify us by completing the Accelerated Credit Form and either submitting a copy on-line or mailing via postal service. Also complete the Financial Responsibility Form, in which you acknowledge your responsibility to pay for these two courses.

Course Description: This course will introduce students to the ways in which individual behavior is influenced by society through (1) the society and culture in which we live, (2) the social relationships in which we are engaged, (3) the way that our social organizations are structured, and (4) the life opportunities that we have as a result of our personal characteristics such as gender and ethnicity. The goal of the course is to help students acquire the skills that will allow them to think critically and to apply a sociological imagination and knowledge to their everyday lives.

Core Topics: Sociological concepts, Sociological theories, Contemporary human behavior in group interaction

Course Description: This course introduces students to the fields of study in modern psychology. Questions that are posed in this course are: What is psychology? What do psychologists study? What are the methods of investigation in psychology? How do psychologists apply their findings to contribute to human welfare? This course provides a general overview of the large and complex discipline of psychology.

History of the field
Research methods
States of consciousness
Environmental psychology
Abnormal behavior
Social Psychology
Environmental Psychology
Learning & Memory
Personality
Human Sexuality
Culture & Behavior

Course Description:
This course is meant to serve as an introduction to politics and government in the United States. The main goal of the course is to help you understand the structure and processes of the American political system. Additionally, this course will address a number of issues that relate to diversity in American politics and government.

The key structures of government
Relevant political actors such as political parties, interest groups & the media
The electoral process
Voters & voting behavior
Why did the constitution create these separate branches of government?
Constitutional rights

Course Description: The central aim of this course for students is to promote a view of writing as a means of learning about themselves and their worlds. This will entail practicing a range of forms of writing beginning with ones in which the student, as a writer, is the center of attention to others. This involves writing about what they have observed. The overriding principle for students is to understand that they will learn to write best by writing-writing a great deal, in a variety of forms (involves critical thinking), to a real audience, and with lot’s of feedback from a diverse set of readers.

To engage in writing as a process-including invention, drafting, revising
To produce clear, effective writing for specific purposes and audiences
To develop critical reading, writing, and thinking skills
To gain confidence and control in the ability of writing
To practice writing, listening to others, giving and receiving feedback

Course Description: PR ENC 1101 with grade of “C” or better. This course focuses on extensive research in analytical and argumentative writing based on a variety of readings from the humanities. The emphasis is on developing critical thinking and diversity of perspective.

To better understand the composing process of writing
To know and use the range of choices available for the development of effective writing for a variety of purposes and audiences
To improve the communicative quality of writing
To gain confidence and control as a writer

Course Description: Use of the body and voice; participation in various speaking situations, planning, organizing and delivering public speeches. There is an emphasis on learning communication theory. Exams over the theory and presentation of speeches are both important components, along with working to improve students’ critical thinking and communication skills.

Theoretical understanding and practice performance of oral communication
Basic principles of human communication
Effective communication
Critical thinking and communicating: both as speaker and listener
Ethical communication
Cultural diversity and communication
Technology and oral communication

Course Description: SLS 1501 is designed to retain first-year students and help them make a successful transition to the university by developing academic, social, and personal skills that contribute to academic success. The course curriculum will encourage students to establish supportive relationships with peers and faculty, help them become part of the academic community, and provide them with essential information about the academic demands of the university's policies, procedures, and resources.

maximize their opportunity for a successful university experience
develop confidence and strengthen their purpose for attending college
build a supportive community of peers who will assist them in their transition to college
develop the skills, knowledge, and competencies to become independent active learners