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Modern Languages and Cultures Course Descriptions

ASL& 121: American Sign Language I

Credits: 5.00

Beginning grammar, vocabulary and conversational skills. Focus on ASL constructions and use. Introduction to the history, culture, and current issues of the Deaf community.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Comprehend content communicated in expressive ways to them in the target language.
  2. Communicate complex messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in the target language.
  3. Receptive skills for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary and grammar structures through expressive skills in target language.
  5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions and institutions of the target language and culture.
  6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

ASL& 122: American Sign Language II

Credits: 5.00

Continuation of ASL& 121. Expands on the grammar, vocabulary and functional uses of ASL. Continuing focus on Deaf culture and community values. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: ASL& 121 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or instructor permission.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Explain more complex grammatical structures of ASL, such as pronoun/number combinations, contrastive structures, basic classifiers, and past and future tenses.
  2. Demonstrate receptive and expressive signing skills in using conversational ASL.
  3. Utilize conceptually accurate signs and idiomatic expressions.
  4. Demonstrate the ability to initiate, conduct, and terminate short conversations in ASL using appropriate conversational regulator.
  5. Use videos to critically observe and analyze their own signing skills.
  6. Demonstrate an awareness of Deaf culture through contextual settings in class.

ASL& 123: American Sign Language III

Credits: 5.00

Continuation of ASL& 122. Vocabulary expansion, idioms, and increasingly sophisticated grammatical structures. Focus on receptive skills continues with an increased emphasis on expressive skills. Continuing study of Deaf culture. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: ASL& 122 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or instructor permission.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Explain more complex grammatical structures of ASL, such as pronoun/number combinations, contrastive structures, basic classifiers, and past and future tenses.
  2. Demonstrate receptive and expressive signing skills in using conversational ASL.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to initiate, conduct, and terminate short conversations in ASL using appropriate conversational regulator.
  4. Use videos to critically observe and analyze their own signing skills.
  5. Demonstrate an awareness of Deaf culture through contextual settings in class.

ARAB 100: Basic Arabic Grammar

Credits: 2.0

An English grammar course for students taking ARAB 121. Basic grammar and comparative analysis of Arabic and English for students taking ARAB 121. Language practice in Canvas. Corequisite(s): ARAB 121.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Define and show understanding of basic grammatical concepts and terms of the English language so as to be able to compare and contrast these terms and concepts with those of the Arabic language.
  2. Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of grammar to apply to the speaking, reading, writing, and understanding of Arabic.

ARAB 121: Arabic I

Credits: 5.0

Introduction to Arabic language and cultures. Understanding of the writing system, grammar, sounds, pronunciation of Arabic letters and culture through listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Corequisite(s): ARAB 100.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Distinguish and pronounce all Arabic sounds and write accurately from dictation.
  2. Communicate messages, thoughts, opinions, and points of view with clarity in the target language.
  3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
  4. Demonstrate an understanding of vocabulary and grammar structures by writing short essays in the target language.
  5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, and institutions of the target language and culture.
  6. Examine some of the differences between formal and spoken Arabic.
  7. Compare and contrast Arabic culture to your own culture.

ARAB 122: Arabic II

Credits: 5.0

Continuation of ARAB 121. Understanding of the writing system, sounds and basic grammar through listening, speaking, reading, writing, and cultural knowledge. Language practice in Canvas. Prerequisite(s): ARAB 121 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or instructor permission.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Expand on the basic understanding of sounds and letters, writing system and conversational skills in modern standard Arabic.
  2. Converse in Modern standard Arabic about personal/common topics.
  3. Demonstrate knowledge of and understanding of classical Arabic and local standard Arabic dialects.
  4. Initiate social interaction with asking basic information and demonstrate understanding of basic cultural aspects in the Arab world.

ARAB 123: Arabic III

Credits: 5.0

Continuation of ARAB 122. Progressed conversation, composition and culture of the Arabic speaking world. Language practice in Canvas. Prerequisite(s): ARAB 122 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or instructor permission.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Understand word vocabulary and verbs, common phrases and conversation, read, write and translate long and short texts.
  2. Converse in modern standard Arabic about personal/common topics.
  3. Demonstrate understanding of major differences between formal and spoken Arabic.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of common elements of Arabic culture through literary works and film critics.

FRCH 100: Basic French Grammar: Lab

Credits: 2.0

An English grammar course for students taking FRCH& 121. Basic grammar and comparative analysis of French and English. Language practice online. Corequisite(s): FRCH& 121.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Compare and contrast target language grammar to your own.
  2. Improve accuracy and fluency as writers and speakers.
  3. Use proper syntax and grammar with attention given to word choice and organization in the target language.
  4. Acquire strategies for self-editing in the target language.
  5. Test and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking in the target language

FRCH& 121: French I

Credits: 5.0

Introduction to spoken French. Elementary conversation, pronounciation, reading, and composition. Language practice online. Corequisite(s): FRCH 100.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
  2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions, and points of view with clarity in the target language.
  3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary andgrammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
  5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions, and geography of the target language and culture.
  6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

FRCH& 122: French II

Credits: 5.0

Continuation of FRCH& 121. Conversation, composition, reading of graded texts and culture. Language practice online. Prerequisite(s): FRCH& 121 with a minimum grade of 2.0.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
  2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in the target language.
  3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
  5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
  6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

FRCH& 123: French III

Credits: 5.0

Continuation of FRCH& 122. Advanced conversation, composition, reading of graded texts and culture. Language practice online. Prerequisite(s): FRCH& 122 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or instructor permission.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
  2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in a more advanced target language.
  3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
  5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
  6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

FRCH 198: Individual Project in French

Credits: 1.0 to 5.0

Study of student-selected project or approved work in the field of intermediate to advanced French study. S/U grade option. Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Demonstrate objectives as determined by supervision instructor.

FRCH 210: Francophone Cultures: CD

Credits: 5.0

Course will survey the history, culture, geography, and current political climate of selected French-speaking communities, including, but not limited to, Haiti, Quebec, Louisiana, North Africa and West Africa. Prerequisite(s): Placement in ENGL& 101 or instructor permission. Crosslisted as: DIVST 215 and HUM 210.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Acquire and enhance cultural sensitivity and competence of the French speaking world.
  2. Understand the impact of cultural differences within the French speaking nations.
  3. Develop necessary foundation and tools to become culturally competent and acquire better understanding of the cultural and political challenges facing the French speaking world and multicultural workplaces.
  4. Learn practical tools to reduce cross-cultural misunderstanding and encourage positive cross-cultural and working relationships.
  5. Apply knowledge, awareness, and/or skills to identify and analyze issues related to diversity.

JAPN 100: Basic Japanese Grammar: Lab

Credits: 2.0

Basic English grammar and comparative analysis of Japanese and English for students studying JAPN& 121. Corequisite(s): JAPN& 121.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Compare target language grammar with students' native language grammar.
  2. Apply grammatical knowledge practically and critically.
  3. Complete and analyze daily grammar exercises in the book and online.

JAPN& 121: Japanese I

Credits: 5.0

Pronunciation, grammar, elementary reading, writing, and conversation. Includes hiragana, katakana, and 25 basic kanji Japanese reading and writing. Corequisite(s): JAPN 100.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
  2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in the target language.
  3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
  5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions, and geography of the target language and culture.
  6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

JAPN& 122: Japanese II

Credits: 5.0

Continuation of JAPN& 121. Pronunciation, conversation, grammar, elementary reading and writing. Review hiragana, katakana, and 55 kanji. Prerequisite(s): JAPN& 121 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or instructor permission.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
  2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in the target language.
  3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
  5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
  6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

JAPN& 123: Japanese III

Credits: 5.0

Continuation of JAPN& 122. Conversation, grammar, reading, and writing. Review all hiragana, katakana, and an additional 120 kanji. Completion of the course will require the knowledge of 200 kanji. Prerequisite(s): JAPN& 122 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or instructor permission.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
  2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in a more advanced target language.
  3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
  5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
  6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

JAPN 198: Individual Project in Japanese

Credits: 1.0 to 5.0

Individual project in Japanese. Prerequisite(s): JAPN& 123 with a minimum grade of 2.0 .

Course Level Objectives

  1. Demonstrate objectives as determined by supervision instructor.

SPAN 100: Basic Spanish Grammar: Lab

Credits: 2.0

An English grammar course for students taking SPAN& 121. Basic grammar and comparative analysis of Spanish and English. Corequisite(s): SPAN& 121.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Compare and contrast target language grammar to your own.
  2. Improve accuracy and fluency as writers and speakers.
  3. Use proper syntax and grammar with attention given to word choice and organization in the target language.
  4. Acquire strategies for self-editing in the target language.
  5. Test and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking in the target language.

SPAN& 121: Spanish I

Credits: 5.00

Introduction to spoken Spanish. Elementary conversation, pronunciation, reading, composition and culture. Corequisite: SPAN 100. Prerequisite(s): Corequisite: SPAN 100. Corequisite(s): SPAN 100.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
  2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions, and points of view with clarity in the target language.
  3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
  5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions, and geography of the target language and culture.
  6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

SPAN& 122: Spanish II

Credits: 5.00

Continuation of SPAN& 121. Conversation, composition, reading of graded texts. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: SPAN& 121 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or instructor permission.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
  2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in the target language.
  3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
  5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
  6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.

SPAN& 123: Spanish III

Credits: 5.00

Continuation of SPAN& 122. Conversation, composition, and reading of graded texts. Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: SPAN& 122 with a minimum grade of 2.0 or instructor permission.

Course Level Objectives

  1. Comprehend content communicated orally to them in the target language.
  2. Communicate basic messages, thoughts, opinions and points of view with clarity in a more advanced target language.
  3. Read for comprehension and make use of analytical skills and critical thinking.
  4. Demonstrate understanding of vocabulary, grammar structures by writing short essays in target language.
  5. Demonstrate general knowledge of the literature, traditions, institutions and geography of the target language and culture.
  6. Compare and contrast to your own culture.
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