Nova Southeastern University

Nova Southeastern University (NSU) is the largest independent university in Florida, US. It supports distance learning via remote centres, and offers an increasing number of classes exclusively online.

NSU offers degrees through its 16 colleges and schools; only some of these are available in distance learning and/or online mode. One example is the Fischler School of Education and Human Services, which offers 15 degrees (ranging from certificates to doctorates) in over 50 specialisations; most are available online or through a combination of live and online classes.

NSU’s main campus is in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US. “Student Educational Centres” are also available throughout Florida, e.g. in Miami, Orlando, Tampa, West Palm Beach (among others); in Las Vegas, Nevada; Nassau, Bahamas; and Jamaica, West Indies. These centres offer computer labs, Internet connectivity, AV tools and videoconferencing facilities to further an “on-campus” atmosphere for remote learners. Some courses are offered on evening and weekends; full-time NSU employees can assist with registration, enrolment and other administrative tasks.

The NSU Web site notes:

The modes of instructional delivery for classes off-campus do not necessarily differ from those used on-campus. Many of the University's distance education classes use the traditional classroom setting. Others use telecommunication technologies exclusively, or in combination with a classroom setting.

Online courses are offered via WebCT (Blackboard), among other tools. For example, the Fischler School uses electronic textbooks from Educational Impact, which include over 200 hours of online streaming video.

In 2008 NSU had more than 26,000 students (total) enrolled.

Nova Southeastern University is one of only 10 US universities or colleges subscribed to the OBHE. The Nova Southeastern University Web site is at http://www.nova.edu/

Reports

An interesting study of NSU is available at http://chronicle.com/campusviewpoints/nsu/pdfs/nsu_brand_case_study.pdf/ - though it does not address online course offerings in particular.

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