SPANISH

SPAN 101G. Elementary Spanish I
This course focuses on the essential elements of effective communication in the Spanish language. The student will acquire a basic competence in the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing), and learn to appreciate the language as a communication system for a different culture, including its distinct thought processes and viewpoints. The department strongly encourages a minimum grade of C or above before proceeding to 102. (Four credits.)
 
SPAN 102G. Elementary Spanish II
A continuation of SPAN 101. Practice and acquisition of increasingly complex vocabulary and sentence structure, tenses and moods, leading to greater accuracy in oral and written expression. Prerequisite: A passing grade in SPAN 101 or placement. (Four credits.)
 
SPAN 201. Intermediate Spanish
Emphasis on the spoken and written language aimed toward accurate oral and written expression. Includes intensive review of grammar as well as readings and discussions of Hispanic culture. Prerequisite: A passing grade in SPAN 102 or placement. (Four credits.)
 
SPAN 210. Conversation and Writing Practice
Comprised of Spanish conversation, based on more sophisticated readings, a grammar review and writing practice, aimed toward increasingly accurate oral and written expression. Prerequisite: SPAN 201 or its equivalent. (Three credits.)

SPAN 212. Advanced Grammar and Composition
Combines an intensive study of grammar with complementary writing projects designed to build and refine oral and written skills. Prerequisite: SPAN 201, its equivalent and/or consent of the instructor. (Three credits.)

SPAN 220. Proficiency in Spanish
(Taught in Spanish.) This course helps students attain a functional level of oral proficiency in Spanish. Emphasis is placed on developing students’ skills in listening and speaking. Prerequisites: SPAN 201, equivalent, or consent of instructor. Not offered as a separate course but only in conjunction with SPAN 210. (One credit.)
 
SPAN 310. Introduction to Spanish Literature
A study of the genres of poetry, narrative, drama and essay. Introduction to literary analysis, using representative works of literature in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN 210/220 or SPAN 212 or consent of the instructor. (Three credits.)
 
SPAN 321. The Golden Age of Spanish Literature
An introduction to the Quijote and the poetry and drama of the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Prerequisite: SPAN 310 or consent of the instructor. (Three credits.)
 
SPAN 322. 19th Century Spanish Literature
A study of representative works from the Romantic, Realist, and Naturalist movements in Spain. Prerequisite: SPAN 310 or consent of the instructor. (Three credits.)
 
SPAN 323. 20th Century Spanish Peninsular Literature
An examination of compelling works of literature as a reflection of 20th-century Spanish society. Prerequisite: SPAN 310 or consent of the instructor. (Three credits.)
 
SPAN 324. Spanish American Literature
An overview of Latin American literature with special emphasis on contemporary literature. Prerequisite: SPAN 310 or consent of the instructor. (Three credits.)
 
SPAN 326. Topics in Spanish
A close study of a selected topic related to the Spanish language or literature. Previous topics have included Business Spanish, Focus on the Caribbean, Mexican Literature, Hispanic Drama, The Picaresque Novel. Prerequisite: SPAN 310 or consent of the instructor. (Three credits.)

SPAN 335. Survey: History and Culture of Spain and Latin Countries
A study of the history and culture of Spain and Latin America from early life on the Iberian Peninsula through the 19th century Latin American wars of independence. Conducted in Spanish. Prerequisites: SPAN 210/220 or SPAN 212 or consent of instructor.

SPAN 336. Special Topics in Hispanophone History and Culture
An in-depth focus on a particular area of culture in the Hispanophone world. Topic may center on a geographic region or country (e.g. the Caribbean), on (a) specific cultural attribute(s) (e.g. music, art and literature of the Andean Nations; 20th century Spanish film), or other selected area of study. Prerequisites: SPAN 212 or 310.


FRENCH

FREN 101G. Elementary French I
This course focuses on the essential elements of effective communication in the French language. The student will acquire a basic competence in the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing), and learn to appreciate the language as a communication system for a different culture, including its distinct thought processes and viewpoints. (Four credits.)

FREN 102G. Elementary French II
A continuation of FREN 101. Prerequisite: A passing grade in FREN 101 or placement. (Four credits.)

FREN 201. Intermediate French
A one semester intermediate course designed to enable students to attain a functional level of proficiency in French. The emphasis is on the development of oral-aural skills (speaking and listening). Prerequisite: FREN 102 or placement. (Four credits.)

FREN 210. Advanced Composition and Conversation
A study of the structure of the French language beyond the intermediate level. Includes continued grammar study and written and oral composition aimed toward accuracy of expression. Prerequisite: FREN 201 or its equivalent. Offered only in conjunction with FREN 220. (Three credits.)

FREN 220. Proficiency in French
(Taught in French.) This course provides students with a functional level of proficiency in French. Emphasis is placed on developing students’ skills in speaking, writing, listening-comprehension and reading. Prerequisites: FREN 201, its equivalent, or consent of the instructor. Not offered as a separate course but only in conjunction with FREN 210. (One credit.)

FREN 250. Special Topics
May be repeated for credit. (Three credits.)

FREN 252. Culture, Folklore, and Historical Background of the French-speaking World
This course is an introduction to different aspects of contemporary France: values, attitudes and beliefs. For a better understanding of both the high and popular culture, this course will also explore a number of political issues (the legacy of the occupation, decolonization, etc.) French civilization (history, literature and the arts) will be mainly treated as a means of better understanding present-day France. Prerequisite: FREN 201 or its equivalent. (Three credits.)

FREN 315. French Writing and Grammar
The aim of this course is to provide the grammatical knowledge and necessary grounding students need to comprehend complex readings and to write advanced papers in French. Prerequisite: FREN 210/220 or consent of instructor. (Three credits.)

FREN 321. Explication de texte
(Taught in French.) Students will be introduced to various strategies for analyzing literary and non-literary texts. Students will also study the aesthetics and theory of literary expression. Selected texts range from the 18th through the 19th century. Prerequisite: FREN 315. Offered alternate years. (Three credits.)

FREN 325. Business French
(Taught in French.) The goals of this course are both linguistic and substantive. In addition to learning professional vocabulary, students will study the functioning and characteristics of the French business world. The following topics will be covered: A) business letters, resume writing, interviews and job searching; B) overview of selected business cases; C) financial institutions; D) trade (etc.). Prerequisites: A good knowledge of basic French grammar and FREN 315. Offered alternate years. (Three credits.)

FREN 332. Perspectives in French Literature (Theater/Prose/Poetry). (Taught in French.) Organized by genre (theater, poetry, or prose) and by siècle (century), this course provides an overview of French literature and major literary trends through the study of representative works from various periods. May be repeated for credit under a different topic. Prerequisites: FREN 315 and 321. Offered alternate years. (Three credits.)

FREN 423. Perspective in French Literature (Love)
(Taught in French.) This course will address the relationship between love and desire as well as the representation of characters in love and characters loved, how female and male protagonists are portrayed as both active and passive at the same time. The selected works for this course range from the Middle Ages through the twentieth century. May be repeated for credit as topics vary. Offered alternate years. (Three credits.)

FREN 424. Francophone Literature
(Taught in French.) Reading some of the most compelling literary representations of children growing up in Africa or Antillean milieu, we will focus on themes, motifs, symbols and other literary devices used to articulate their reflections, dilemmas, perplexities and choices. Colonialism, assimilation, identity, the other versus the self are some of the themes to be explored in this course. Offered alternate years. (Three credits.)

JAPANESE

JAPN 101G. Elementary Japanese I
This course focuses on the essential elements of effective communication in Japanese language. The student will acquire a basic competence in the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing), and learn to appreciate the language as a communication system for a different culture, including its distinct thought processes and viewpoints. The department strongly encourages a minimum grade of C or above before proceeding to JAPN 102. (Four credits.)

JAPN 102G. Elementary Japanese II
A continuation of JAPN 101G. Practice and acquisition of increasingly complex vocabulary and sentence structure, tenses and moods, leading to greater accuracy in oral and written expression. Prerequisite: A passing grade in JAPN 101G or placement. (Four credits.)

JAPN 201. Intermediate Japanese
A continuation of Beginning Japanese I and II to develop further language skills and cultural literacy. Designed to enable students to attain a functional level of proficiency in Japanese. Prerequisite: A passing grade in JAPN 102 or its equivalent. (Four credits.)

GERMAN

GERM 101G. Elementary German I
This course focuses on the essential elements of effective communication in the German language. The student will acquire a basic competence in the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing), and learn to appreciate the language as a communication system for a different culture, including its distinct thought processes and viewpoints.

GERM 102G. Elementary German II
A continuation of GERM 101. Prerequisite: A passing grade in GERM 101 or placement. (Four credits.)

GERM 201. Intermediate German
A continuation of GERM 102 in which students complete their overview of German grammar and further develop their skills in speaking, listening, writing, and reading. Prerequisite: GERM 102 or placement. (Three credits.)

MODERN FOREIGN LANGUAGES

MFLG 220. Individual Study
Students arrange appropriate sophomore-level independent study projects with individual instructors in their major language. (One to four credits.)

MFLG 250. Special Topics
May be repeated. Prerequisite: SPAN 212 or consent of the instructor. (Three credits.)

MFLG 320. Individual Study
Students arrange appropriate junior-level independent study projects with individual instructors in their major language. (One to four credits.)

MFLG 340. Introduction to Linguistics and Phonetics
A course designed for students interested in the structure and phonetics of modern languages. (Three credits.)

MFLG 420. Individual Study
Students arrange appropriate senior-level independent study projects with individual instructors in their major language. (One to four credits.)

MFLG 460. Methods of Teaching Modern Foreign Languages
A study of the methods of teaching modern foreign languages. Required for secondary certification. Co-prerequisite: EDUC 340. (Three credits.)

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