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DCP6931 Interpretive and Graphic Design for Heritage Sites

Instructor

Clarissa Carr, Ph.D.

Phone Number and Office Number

352-294-9141, Antevy Hall 146

Email

clcarrdi@ufl.edu

Office Hours

Wednesdays 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM or Zoom by appointment

Meeting Time

Fridays, Period 6-8 (12:50 PM - 3:50 PM) Norman Hall 506

Credit Hours

3

For questions about course content, your grade, or other personal issues, use the Canvas mail tool.  Expect a response within 24 hours during weekdays.

 

Course Information

Dive into the rich history of Newberry, Florida’s Main Street district! In this course, you will explore the Florida Main Street program, tour the historic area, and develop cutting-edge digital tools to bring its stories to life. Using ArcGIS StoryMaps, 360 virtual tours, and graphic design, you’ll create an engaging, accessible online tour and map for the historic district, as well as informative brochures on the treatment of historic buildings. This hands-on course offers practical skills in digital storytelling, allowing you to make a real-world impact by preserving and promoting local heritage. Learn to use innovative tools and enhance your professional portfolio with tangible projects that make a difference. Additionally, you will present your findings to local community stakeholders at preservation board and commission meetings, gaining valuable experience in public presentation and community engagement.

 

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  1. Understand the Florida Main Street Program: Learn about the program’s objectives and its impact on local communities.
  2. Conduct In-Depth Research: Document and compile information on Newberry’s heritage sites.
  3. Develop Digital Tours: Create an interactive, online tour using ArcGIS StoryMaps and 360 virtual tours.
  4. Design Informational Materials: Produce brochures that provide guidelines for the preservation of historic buildings.
  5. Enhance Technical Skills: Master the use of digital tools and graphic design software.
  6. Gain Hands-On Experience: Develop practical skills in digital storytelling.
  7. Contribute to Local Heritage Preservation: Make a real-world impact by preserving and promoting local heritage.
  8. Learn Innovative Tools: Use ArcGIS StoryMaps and 360 virtual tour technology effectively.
  9. Professional Development: Enhance your portfolio with tangible projects that make a difference.
  10. Present Findings to Community Stakeholders: Share research and project outcomes at preservation board and commission meetings.

 

 

Canvas

It is your responsibility to regularly check this course’s Canvas site. Course readings, any lecture slides, other materials (e.g., assignment instructions), and important announcements will be provided via Canvas. All work must be submitted via Canvas unless otherwise specified during class. Grades will be posted via Canvas.

In the case you have technical difficulties with Canvas, please contact the UF Help Desk at learning- support@ufl.edu, or (352) 392-4357 - select option 2, or go to the Ground floor of the Hub. If your technical difficulties will cause you to miss a due date, you MUST report the problem to UF Help Desk before the due date/time. Include the ticket number that you are given in an e-mail to the instructor to explain the late assignment due to problem with Canvas.

Types of questions that should be directed to the Help Desk:

  • I cannot log into Canvas
  • I have clicked on the "submit" button for my assignment and nothing is happening
  • I cannot upload an assignment
  • Canvas has given me an error message and I cannot submit my assignment.
  • Poor internet connections cannot be accommodated with a ticket from the UF Helpdesk.
  • The instructor reserves the right to accept or decline tickets from the UF Helpdesk based on individual circumstances.
  • An introduction and support for the E-Learning in Canvas system can be found at: https://lss.at.ufl.edu/help/Student_Faq

 

Course Requirements

Required textbooks and trips

  • There are no required textbooks for this course.
  • Course material will be on e-learning/Canvas, including readings, lecture slides, assignments, announcements, and grades.
  • The course may include on-campus or local field trips during or outside of class hours. This will be discussed with the class beforehand.

 

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. 

 

Software Requirements and Access

It is not expected that you purchase programs for this course. Lab time in the classroom will provide access to the Adobe suite. If you require extra time outside of class, you can purchase the discounted subscription or visit the open labs on campus. Additional programs used in this course are free and web-based.

Optional Software

Access to Adobe Creative Cloud Discounted for Students (Adobe offers Creative Cloud for $65 for 6 months for students) To get started, visit: https://software.ufl.edu/software-listings/adobe-discounted-for-students.html

Open Labs on Campus

If at any point you are having issues or need more time with Adobe CC outside of class, you should plan to use the open labs on campus. Issues with programs accessed on your personal computer will not be accepted as an excuse for late or missing assignments. The Adobe Creative CC Suite is on all Academic Technology computers. All computers in the Architecture, Marston, CSE, HUB, Norman, and Weil computer labs are equipped with this software. https://labs.at.ufl.edu/

Software Use

All faculty, staff, and students of the University are required and expected to obey the laws and legal agreements governing software use. Failure to do so can lead to monetary damages and/or criminal penalties for the individual violator. Because such violations are also against University policies and rules, disciplinary action will be taken as appropriate.

 

Materials/Supply Fees

There is no supply fee for this course. 

  

Course Policies

Attendance Policy, Class Expectations, and Make-Up Policy

Attendance is mandatory for all class sessions, including labs, discussions, and field trips. Regular attendance is crucial for effective learning and participation. Students must arrive on time and stay for the entire duration of instruction. Advance notification and documentation for any absence is required.

Failure to bring assignments, repeated lateness/early departure, and unexcused absences can result in grade reduction. More than three unexcused absences will result in the final grade being dropped one letter. You are expected to come to class on time, prepared, and ready to participate.

Late submissions of assignments are subject to a penalty unless valid, documented reasons for an extension are provided in advance. Late assignments will incur a 10% grade reduction for each day they exceed the original deadline. Extensions will only be granted under exceptional circumstances and not beyond one week past the initial deadline. Technical issues like computer malfunctions are not valid grounds for extensions. Ensure regular saving of work. Extension requests must be negotiated in advance and supported by appropriate documentation. The original deadline remains unless a new date is mutually agreed upon.

Requirements for make-up exams, assignments, and other work in this course are consistent with university policies that can be found at catalog.ufl.edu/UGRD/academic-regulations/attendance-policies/

If you notice yourself having trouble in the course, it is crucial that you see the instructor immediately. Please feel free to approach the instructor about any concerns or comments you might have about this class.

 

Assignment Submissions in Canvas

Anytime you submit an assignment, presentation, or homework please name it as follows: mylast-name_myfirstname_assignmentname.docx or .pdf or .pptx. Assignments must be submitted online through Canvas by 11:59pm on the due date as the file type specified. Please note: only the latest attempt will be graded.

 

Course Presentation and Requirements

Course contents are presented in PowerPoint presentations, class discussions, guest speakers, and computer lab training sessions, among others. Course requirements include participation in class discussions and training and the completion of assignments and presentations on time.

 

Work Product

All work produced in class is property of the University of Florida Historic Preservation Program. The instructor will keep copies of all participants’ work product.

 

Classroom Climate

Equitable participation in this class requires the use of inclusive language, methods, and materials. Students are expected to use inclusive language in written and oral work, and to respect diversity in viewpoints expressed by others. Students are also encouraged to identify language, methods, and materials used in this course that do not contribute to an inclusive classroom climate.

 

Class Demeanor

Students are expected to arrive to class on time and behave in a manner that is respectful to the instructor and to fellow students. Please avoid the use of cell phones and restrict eating to outside of the classroom. Opinions held by other students should be respected in discussion, and conversations that do not contribute to the discussion should be held at minimum, if at all.

 

A Note on Team Work

For team assignments, you are expected to abide by the Honor Code, plus conduct yourself in the following manner:

  • Be a good team member.
    • Be on time. Be respectful. Be responsive with group communication.
  • Participate and contribute equally in each assignment.
    • If there are problems with group dynamics or participation/effort levels, please talk to the instructor.

 

Grading Policy

I will make every effort to have each assignment graded and posted within one week of the due date.  

 

Course Grading Policy

Assignment Points
 Quizzes (5 @ 20 points each) 100
 Assignments (10 @ 50 points each) 500
 Midterm 100
 Final 160
Participation 140
Total 1000

 

Grading Scale

Percent

Grade

Grade Points

93 – 100.0

A

4.00

90.0 – 92.9

A-

3.67

87.0 – 89.9

B+

3.33

83.0 – 86.9

B

3.00

80.0 – 82.9

B-

2.67

77.0 – 79.9

C+

2.33

73.0 – 76.9

C

2.00

70.0 – 72.9

C-

1.67

67.0 – 69.9

D+

1.33

63.0 – 66.9

D

1.00

60.0 – 62.9

D-

0.67

0 – 59.9

E

0.00

See the current UF grading policies for more information.

 

UF Policies

University Policy on Accommodating Students with Disabilities: 

Students with disabilities requesting accommodations should first register with the Disability Resource Center (352-392-8565, https://disability.ufl.edu/) by providing appropriate documentation.  Once registered, students will receive an accommodation letter that must be presented to the instructor when requesting accommodation.  Students with disabilities should follow this procedure as early as possible in the semester.

 

University Policy on Academic Conduct:

UF students are bound by The Honor Pledge which states, “We, the members of the University of Florida community, pledge to hold ourselves and our peers to the highest standards of honesty and integrity by abiding by the Honor Code.  On all work submitted for credit by students at the University of Florida, the following pledge is either required or implied: "On my honor, I have neither given nor received unauthorized aid in doing this assignment."  The Honor Code (http://www.dso.ufl.edu/sccr/process/student-conduct-honor-code/) specifies a number of behaviors that are in violation of this code and the possible sanctions.  Furthermore, you are obligated to report any condition that facilitates academic misconduct to appropriate personnel.  If you have any questions or concerns, please consult with the instructor or TAs in this class.

 

Netiquette and Communication Courtesy: 

All members of the class are expected to follow rules of common courtesy during, before, and after class, in all email messages, threaded discussions, and chats. 

 

Getting Help

Technical Difficulties:

For issues with technical difficulties for Canvas, please contact the UF Help Desk at:

Any requests for make-ups due to technical issues should be accompanied by the ticket number received from the Help Desk when the problem was reported to them. The ticket number will document the time and date of the problem. You should e-mail your instructor within 24 hours of the technical difficulty if you wish to request a make-up.

 

Health and Wellness

  • U Matter, We Care:  If you or someone you know is in distress, please contact umatter@ufl.edu, 352-392-1575, or visit umatter.ufl.edu to refer or report a concern and a team member will reach out to the student in distress.
  • Counseling and Wellness Center:  Visit counseling.ufl.edu or call 352-392-1575 for information on crisis services as well as non-crisis services.
  • Student Health Care Center: Call 352-392-1161 for 24/7 information to help you find the care you need, or visit shcc.ufl.edu.
  • University Police Department: Visit police.ufl.edu or call 352-392-1111 (or 9-1-1 for emergencies).
  • UF Health Shands Emergency Room/Trauma Center: For immediate medical care in Gainesville, call 352-733-0111 or go to the emergency room at 1515 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608; ufhealth.org/emergency-room-trauma-center.
  • GatorWell Health Promotion Services: For prevention services focused on optimal wellbeing, including Wellness Coaching for Academic Success, visit the GatorWell website or call 352-273-4450.
  • Basic Security Needs: Any student who is facing challenges securing food or housing is urged to contact the Dean of Students for support. Please do not hesitate to contact the instructor for additional assistance in the event that these external stressors are also affecting your performance in the course.

 

Academic and Student Support

 

Course Evaluations

Students are expected to provide professional and respectful feedback on the quality of instruction in this course by completing course evaluations online via GatorEvals. Guidance on how to give feedback in a professional and respectful manner is available at https://gatorevals.aa.ufl.edu/students/. Students will be notified when the evaluation period opens, and can complete evaluations through the email they receive from GatorEvals, in their Canvas course menu under GatorEvals, or via https://ufl.bluera.com/ufl/. Summaries of course evaluation results are available to students at https://gatorevals.aa.ufl.edu/public-results/.

 

Zoom Recordings

On occasion, a class may be held through Zoom or both in-person and through Zoom.

In-Class Recording

Students are allowed to record video or audio of class lectures. However, the purposes for which these recordings may be used are strictly controlled. The only allowable purposes are (1) for personal educational use, (2) in connection with a complaint to the university, or (3) as evidence in, or in preparation for, a criminal or civil proceeding. All other purposes are prohibited. Specifically, students may not publish recorded lectures without the written consent of the instructor.

 

A “class lecture” is an educational presentation intended to inform or teach enrolled students about a particular subject, including any instructor-led discussions that form part of the presentation, and delivered by any instructor hired or appointed by the University, or by a guest instructor, as part of a University of Florida course. A class lecture does not include lab sessions, student presentations, clinical presentations such as patient history, academic exercises involving solely student participation, assessments (quizzes, tests, exams), field trips, private conversations between students in the class or between a student and the faculty or guest lecturer during a class session.

 

Publication without permission of the instructor is prohibited. To “publish” means to share, transmit, circulate, distribute, or provide access to a recording, regardless of format or medium, to another person (or persons), including but not limited to another student within the same class section. Additionally, a recording, or transcript of a recording, is considered published if it is posted on or uploaded to, in whole or in part, any media platform, including but not limited to social media, book, magazine, newspaper, leaflet, or third party note/tutoring services. A student who publishes a recording without written consent may be subject to a civil cause of action instituted by a person injured by the publication and/or discipline under UF Regulation 4.040 Student Honor Code and Student Conduct Code.

 

Student Privacy Considerations

Some class sessions may be audio-visually recorded for students in the class to refer back and for enrolled students who are unable to attend live (with proper absence documentation). In the event that a Zoom session is offered, students who participate with their camera engaged or utilize a profile image are agreeing to have their video or image recorded. If you are unwilling to consent to have your profile or video image recorded, be sure to keep your camera off and do not use a profile image. Likewise, students who un-mute during class and participate orally are agreeing to have their voices recorded. If you are not willing to consent to have your voice recorded during class, you will need to keep your mute button activated and communicate exclusively using the "chat" feature, which allows students to type questions and comments live. The chat will not be recorded or shared. When class is not being recorded it is expected that all students will have their cameras on and communicate orally. As in all courses, unauthorized recording and unauthorized sharing of recorded materials is prohibited.

If recording occurs in the classroom, the same above applies. It will be announced to the class beforehand if it will be recorded and you may tell the instructor then that you do not wish to be in the recording. A place to sit out of camera view will be provided.

In the event that photographs are taken while in class or on a field trip, permission will be asked before by the instructor of all students. If you do not want to be photographed, you will be kept out of frame.

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There are federal laws protecting your privacy with regards to grades earned in courses and on individual assignments.  For more information, please see: https://registrar.ufl.edu/ferpa/

 

Privacy and Accessibility Policies

For information about the privacy policies of the tools used in this course, see the links below:

 

The syllabus and the details of the course schedule are subject to change as the need arises. All changes will be notified during class times and through email and Canvas announcements.

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