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USF's Online Master of Social Work program builds confidence through immersive home visit simulation

Imagine being a social worker called to conduct a routine check on a family receiving support services. School teachers reported signs of possible neglect, poor hygiene, and frequent hunger. When you arrive, the smell of smoke lingers in the air, and piles of empty liquor bottles fill the garbage. What do you do next?

December 6, 2024Learning Design, Video

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Crafting the online learning experience: Koichi Sato’s journey to Innovative Education

From Japan to Pennsylvania, Colorado, and Nebraska, Koichi Sato fueled his desire to make his mark in online education all over the globe.

November 12, 2024Learning Design

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InEd Studios celebrates triple victory in the 2024 Davey Awards

USF Innovative Education Studios was recently honored in the 2024 Davey Awards, marking their third consecutive year of recognition for excellence in visual storytelling.

November 4, 2024Video

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Ashley Marie Hansen’s journey: From RN to MBA graduate and budding entrepreneur

After years on the front lines as a nurse in the operating room, including a few during COVID-19, Ashley Marie Hansen was ready for a change.

October 24, 2024News

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Master of Public Health student Kelly Fraser improves access to clean drinking water in Madagascar

Kelly Fraser’s journey in USF’s online Master of Public Health program is a testament to how digital education can be brought to life and create opportunities for students worldwide.

October 22, 2024News

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Unlocking Generative AI: Three Simple Steps to Start Using it in Your Course

As Generative AI (GenAI) becomes increasingly integral to education, more faculty members seek simple ways to integrate this powerful tool into their courses

September 20, 2024Faculty Resources, Innovation

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From internship to career: How Bailey Cleveland found her passion in learning design

Bailey Cleveland’s journey with USF Innovative Education began as a student intern, where she discovered a passion for instructional design that would shape her career.

September 10, 2024Learning Design

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

A Space Coast summer: Ryan Stapf prepared his computer science career for liftoff at NASA’s Launch Control Center

When Ryan Stapf earned a geology degree in Oklahoma, he never imagined he’d find himself completing a software engineering internship at Kennedy Space Center just a few years later.

September 4, 2024News

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InEd’s Digital Learning team kicks off the fall semester with enhanced live support for faculty

As the fall semester begins, the Digital Learning Live Support team is bringing their A-game – expertise assisting faculty with everything from basic Canvas questions to advanced strategies in mitigating procrastination and optimizing student engagement.

August 29, 2024Faculty Training

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USF Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate unlocked innovation and leadership potential in embedded systems engineer

As one of the first people to complete USF’s new Artificial Intelligence Graduate Certificate program, Ocampo is leveraging his new certificate and cutting-edge skills in machine learning and computer vision to transform the future of home security.

August 9, 2024News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

USF unveils Office of Microcredentials for lifelong learning and career advancement

As professionals strive to stay competitive in their fields, USF’s new Office of Microcredentials and Registration Services will meet the growing demand for non-credit education opportunities. Microcredentials are essential to ensure lifelong success, and a learning community with the proper support and resources is more valuable than ever.

August 7, 2024Corporate Training, News

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

From Hollywood to higher education: Truman Alfaro joins USF's Corporate Training and Professional Education team

Growing up in Fort Myers, FL, Truman Alfaro never anticipated that he would one day be working on hit movies like “High School Musical,” “Descendants,” and “Hocus Pocus” in Los Angeles. After spending 13 years in Hollywood as a producer and production manager, Alfaro has joined the Corporate Training and Professional Education team at USF.

August 6, 2024Corporate Training

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USF Innovative Education is a powerhouse of creativity and collaboration, offering a range of faculty-related services including learning design, multimedia development, technology integration, and support for teaching and learning. We help faculty transform courses into dynamic learning experiences, providing training and support for various programs. We work with both experienced and new faculty, assisting them in integrating technology and staying up to date with educational trends.