OLNEUTRAL - Neutral Grounds: A Tour of Louisiana's Archives, Museums, and Historic Sites
Course Description
The purpose of this class is to explore Louisiana’s cultural heritage institutions. Cultural heritage institutions (CHIs) are galleries, libraries, archives, museums, and more (GLAMs). The course will begin by discussing a bit about CHIs and their purpose in general before diving into different institutions around the state. Each week will focus on a city or region of Louisiana. We will cover Baton Rouge, New Orleans, River Road Plantations, Acadiana, and more. The class will conclude with a tour at the LSU Rural Life Museum (attendance optional).Notes
Instructor: Katie BaileyEnglish Proficiency Requirements
Continuing Education Programs
Continuing Education (CE) courses and programs offered online through LSU Online & Continuing Education typically include a combination of lecture and discussion as well as reading and writing assignments. You need an adequate command of English in all skill areas (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) to participate in classes.
If English is not your native language, you must meet one of the English language proficiency requirements below to be successful in our CE programs. If you intend to register for a CE course or program, you can determine whether you meet English proficiency requirements by self-assessment prior to enrolling. We want to empower you, the learner, to progress successfully. Completing this self-assessment will enable you to make a good decision on whether you can complete one of our programs.
Intermediate English Skills
Most CE professional development courses and programs require at least intermediate English skills, which are equivalent to a B2 level of English language proficiency on the Self-Assessment Form. When assessing yourself, be sure to read through each of the categories under Column B2 to make sure you meet proficiency requirements.
Advanced English Skills
Online Distance Learning courses and microcreds are for-credit courses and might require more advanced English skills, equivalent to a C1 level on the Learner Self-Assessment Form. Be sure to read through each of the categories under Column C1 to make sure you meet proficiency requirements.