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Emphasizes all skills of language acquisition: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Introduces aspects of Arab culture. The major objective of the first year is to develop functional language ability in survival and social situations. Change

Emphasizes all skills of language acquisition: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Introduces aspects of Arab culture. The major objective of the first year is to develop functional language ability in survival and social situations. Change

Emphasizes all skills of language acquisition: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Introduces aspects of Arab culture. The major objective of the first year is to develop functional language ability in survival and social situations. Change

Further develops basic language skills acquired in First Year Arabic. Introduction to more complex grammatical structures. The main focus is the development of communication skills.

Further develops basic language skills acquired in First Year Arabic. Introduction to more complex grammatical structures. The main focus is the development of communication skills.

Builds upon the basic language skills acquired in the first two years of Arabic. Grammatical and stylistic text analysis. Increased cultural awareness. The main focus remains the development of communication skills.

Meets with ARAB 6270, MID E 6125, and LING 6270. Introduction to linguistic analysis of Arabic grammatical system; word formation, sound system, and syntactic structure.

Meets with ARAB 4270, MID E 4125. Additional work required of graduate students. Introduction to the linguistic analysis of the Arabic grammatical system: word formation, sound system, and syntactic structure.

Covers the principles, methods, and techniques of manual communication with deaf individuals. Development of mime activities and expressive and receptive skills in the understanding of basic grammatical structure is also included.

Covers the principles, methods, and techniques of manual communication with deaf individuals. Development of mime activities and expressive and receptive skills in the understanding of basic grammatical structure is also included.

Covers the principles, methods, and techniques of manual communication with deaf individuals. Development of mime activities and expressive and receptive skills in the understanding of basic grammatical structure is also included.

Covers the principles, methods, and techniques of manual communication with deaf individuals. Development of mime activities and expressive and receptive skills in the understanding of basic grammatical structure is also included.

Grammar and functions of ASL. Culture of the deaf community. Application of basic ASL skills in actual situations. Continue learning form, structure, and lexicon.

Grammar and functions of ASL. Culture of the deaf community. Application of basic ASL skills in actual situations. Continue learning form, structure, and lexicon.

Course for graduate students wishing to fulfill the MA language requirement.

Course for graduate students wishing to fulfill the MA language requirement.

Restricted to students with no previous formal or informal training in Mandarin Chinese. Development of proficiency in receptive and productive skills, and understanding of Chinese culture. Comprehending and creating with the language at the sentence level, and handling simple, everyday, life situations.

Restricted to students with no previous formal or informal training in Mandarin Chinese. Development of proficiency in receptive and productive skills, and understanding of Chinese culture. Comprehending and creating with the language at the sentence level, and handling simple, everyday, life situations.

Continued development of skills in all areas at the sentence level. Begin learning to comprehend and create paragraph-level language, such as factual descriptions and narrations, and handle more complicated everyday, life situations.

Continued development of skills in all areas at the sentence level. Begin learning to comprehend and create paragraph-level language, such as factual descriptions and narrations, and handle more complicated everyday, life situations.

Continued development of skills in all areas at the paragraph level. Students begin learning to comprehend simple written and spoken "Shumianyu" Chinese through both edited and authentic written and spoken Chinese.

First course for students who have learned to speak but not write the language in a Chinese-speaking environment. Intensive study of writing system, grammar, and various writing styles. Students begin learning to comprehend simple written and spoken "Shumianyu" Chinese through authentic newspaper articles and video materials.

Focuses on the historical, literary, social, and political trends of traditional China. Both primary and secondary sources will be read and analyzed for their insights on the formation of Chinese culture. The course will be taught exclusively in Chinese.

Presented principally in English with samples from original texts. Introductory survey of the classical narrative tradition with readings from ancient mythic traditions, historiography, classical tales, and vernacular fiction.

Introduction to the articulatory features and patterns of Mandarin Chinese sound segments and tones.

(3) This course provides an introduction to the study of literature and culture. It will focus on questions such as borders, historicity, and the role of the social in the construction of reality. Students will also learn how to do close readings of various types of texts including novels, film, and other cultural artifacts. By not focusing on any single national tradition, the course is intended to provide all students the tools needed for literature and culture courses.

This course is designed for students with intermediate to advanced level writing skills. Introduction to recent critical methods and approaches that influence how we think about culture and the humanistic arts.

The study of diverse literatures and cultures that emphasizes both differences and similarities.

Emphasizes critical reading and writing skills with the aim of preparing students for entry into the teaching/research profession. Required for all entering MA, M.A.T., and Ph.D students in the department.

The study of the interrelation of literary and cultural trends, themes, and ideas.

Departmetal consent. Prerequisite for students not placed in ESL 1050. Emphasis in on the review of sentence-level grammar in personal writing. In order to register, students must take the ESL writing placement test and then contact the LInguistics Department secretary

Departmetal consent. Prerequisite for students not placed in ESL 1050. Emphasis in on the review of sentence-level grammar in personal writing. In order to register, students must take the ESL writing placement test and then contact the LInguistics Department secretary

Emphasis is on expository essay writing. Students should contact the ESL secretary in Linguistics regarding registration for this class.

Emphasis is on expository essay writing. Students should contact the ESL secretary in Linguistics regarding registration for this class.

Emphasis is on writing 7-8 page expository papers with citations. Students should contact the ESL secretary in Linguistics regarding registration for this class.

Emphasis is on writing 7-8 page expository papers with citations. Students should contact the ESL secretary in Linguistics regarding registration for this class.

Emphasis on improving language skills in four different areas: 1) improving listening and note-taking skills through listening to academic lectures and taking notes in class, 2) developing effective strategies for improving reading skills, 3) reviewing grammatical structures in English that often prove troublesome to second language learners, 4) improving oral skills by giving oral presentations in class, participating in roleplays, and completing classroom projects with a partner or interactively with a group. Provides opportunities for students to be exposed to a variety of academic topics through text, audio and videotapes, and guest lecturers.

Content-based ESL course focusing on integrating language, content, and learning strategies in the acquisition of academic English. Uses text about linguistics and language as the basis for developing academic language skills. Provides opportunities for students to be exposed to topics in language and linguistics in a variety of ways - working with text and materials about language topics, attending LING 1200 lectures, viewing video tapes of actual lectures in LING 1200, listening to guest speakers on topics in linguistics and language, viewing lectures and listening to audio tapes on topics in linguistics and language from commercially available materials, participating in discussions on topics in linguistics and language with their classroom peers and ESL instructor, and completing written assignments in response to the text being used.

This course brings together native and non-native speakers of English to explore the theory and practice of communication across languages and cultures. Meets with LING 3600, ESL 3600.

An integrated-skills course designed to improve reading, writing, speaking, and listening through note-taking, writing and revision of expository papers, and making class presentations.

Examines common grammatical and stylistic problems from a rhetorical and functional perspective.

Brings together native and non-native speakers of English to explore the theory and practice of communication across languages and cultures. Meets with LING 1600.

Meets with ESL 6300. Focus on the development and fluency of oral skills. Intensive pronunciation practice and instruction for non-native English speaking upper division and graduate students. Emphasis on the features of English pronunciation that have the greatest effect on intelligibility. Graduate students are expected to perform at a superior level.

An advanced integrated-skills course designed to improve reading, writing, and listening skills through note-taking, writing short essays, and giving oral lectures and presentations in class.

Meets with ESL 4300. Focus on the development and fluency of oral skills. Intensive pronunciation practice and instruction for non-native English speaking upper division and graduate students. Emphasis on the features of English pronunciation that have the greatest effect on intelligibility.

First-semester French for students who have never taken French. Students who have received any high-school credit in the last five years for French must take the language placement exam. Students must receive a grade of C- or higher to continue in the series. This course develops listening and reading strategies with an emphasis on oral and written forms of communication.

First-semester French for students who have never taken French. Students who have received any high-school credit in the last five years for French must take the language placement exam. Students must receive a grade of C- or higher to continue in the series. This course develops listening and reading strategies with an emphasis on oral and written forms of communication.

First-semester French for students who have never taken French. Students who have received any high-school credit in the last five years for French must take the language placement exam. Students must receive a grade of C- or higher to continue in the series. This course develops listening and reading strategies with an emphasis on oral and written forms of communication.

Topic to be announced each quarter. Focus on content to engage students in critical thinking and analysis. Course covers oral functions (detailed description, narration, and elaboration, stating and supporting opinions) and writing (informal and formal, with focus on thesis and organization). Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

This course focuses on a select topic on the area of French life or culture. Topic may include present-day France and its place in today's world, early modern French culture, or a single issue or movement in French studies. Course repeatable for credit when topic changes.

Extensive reading and writing as preparation for the literary survey courses. This course will focus on different topics in order to introduce students to literary analysis in French. Emphasis on close readings, critical understanding and analysis of French texts.

This course focuses on a select topic from the French-speaking world outside France. Topic may treat a single geographical region (such as Quebec, North or West Africa, the Caribbean) or a given literary or cultural theme in Francophone studies (e.g. negritude, immigration, exile, childhood, education, religion, colonialism). Students will practice different kinds of formal and textual analysis as well as actively participate in class discussions. Repeatable for credit when topic changes.

Topic announced each semester. Content engages students in critical thinking and analysis to develop discussion skills. Not open to students with two or more years of experience in a German-speaking country. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Review of grammar through reading of selected texts; extensive writing. Preparation for 4000-level courses. First course for students with two or more years of experience in a country where the language is spoken.

Written and oral translation of materials from newspapers and literary, business, and scientific texts. Recommended for translators, interpreters, teaching, and business majors, etc.

Development of Germany; its social and political institutions; contributions to world culture in its thought, literature, and art.

Topic to be announced. Offered at least once a year. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Topic to be announced. Offered at least once a year. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Special topics and courses vary. They are designed for advanced minors and majors and explore literary themes, movements, and issues with a more specific focus than the literary surveys. Frequently this designation indicates an undergraduate course that meets with a graduate course. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Historical, cultural, and literary background of epoch (1160 to 1280). Texts from major writers.

Historical, philosophical, and cultural background of epoch. New literary currents around turn of century (1890 to 1945). Literature of fin-de-siecle, expressionism, neue sachlichkeit, national socialism, and writers of exile literature.

Introductory course in ancient Greek for development of reading skill.

Grammar and syntax spoken Greek; readings from modern Greek literature.

Second year grammar and syntax of spoken Greek; advanced readings of modern Greek.

Introduction to Hebrew writing system. Development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills with emphasis on active oral communication. Classroom use of interactive materials in Israeli Hebrew introduces students to aspects of Israeli culture.

Further development of vocabulary, speaking, writing, and grammatical skills. Supplemental reading materials--including Israeli newspapers, short stories, poems, popular songs, and chidren's literature--will provide insight into Israeli culture and will serve as a basis for in-class discussion.

Explicit review of morphology and syntax of Israeli Hebrew. Reading and analysis, written and oral, of texts from different periods and styles of the language will increase competence in literary material. Some expository writing.

Meets with HEBR 4610 and MID E 4262. Additional work required of graduate students. An introduction to post-biblical Hebrew, morphology, syntax, lexicon. Readings from legal-, ethical- and homiletic- exegetical (mishna, midrash) texts. May be repeated for credit when readings vary. Offered every third year. Open to undergraduates with consent of instructor.

An introduction to Italian as a second language with emphasis on developing basic literacy and language learning skills.

An introduction to Italian as a second language with emphasis on developing basic literacy and language learning skills.

An introduction to Italian as a second language with emphasis on developing basic literacy and language learning skills.

Continued study of Italian as a second language with increased emphasis on using Italian as a tool for exploring intellectually challenging and culturally broadening themes.

Continued study of Italian as a second language with increased emphasis on using Italian as a tool for exploring intellectually challenging and culturally broadening themes.

A content-based course using extensive reading, as well as film viewing and discussion, to develop writing skills in Italian.

First course for students who learned the language through residence in Italy. Reading and writing as a basis for a systematic review of the syntax, morphology, and lexicon of Italian.

Themes of special interest, repeatable when specific topics vary.

For beginners with no previous experience. Pronunciation drills. Daily conversation using basic sentence patterns. Introduction to writing system-Katakana and Hiragana and 100 Kanji.

For beginners with no previous experience. Pronunciation drills. Daily conversation using basic sentence patterns. Introduction to writing system-Katakana and Hiragana and 100 Kanji.

Listening, speaking, and communication skills. Reading and writing skills involve about 200 more Kanji by the end of second year. Introduction to stylistic writing.

Required course for the minor/major. Not open to students who have lived in Japan for one year or longer. Development of overall language skills. Emphasis on reading and writing. Some grammar review. Mastery of 800 basic Kanji

Required course for the major/minor. First course for students who learned the language through residence of at least one year in Japan. Development of overall language skills. Emphasis on reading and writing. Introduction to writing systems: Hirogana, Katakana, and 800 Kanji along with correct standard pronunciation. Some grammar review. Students can receive retroactive 16 credit hours by passing this course with B- or a higher grade.

Politeness strategy and communication skills for the Japanese business environment. Introduction to values and norms of Japanese culture.

Mandatory course for graduating seniors. To be taken only in conjunction with the last course toward the major. Senior thesis graduation project. Obtain more detailed information from adviser.

Study of sounds, words, and sentences through analysis of data from Japanese language. Emphasis on grammar and syntax.

Restricted to students with no previous formal or informal training in Korean. Development of proficiency in receptive and productive skills, and understanding of Korean culture. Comprehending and creating with the language at the sentence level and handling simple everyday-life situations.

Continued development of skills in all areas at the sentence-level. Begin learning to comprehend and create paragraph-level language, such as factual descriptions and narrations, and handle more complicated everyday-life situations.

Intensive work on reading and writing in Korean. First course for students who learned the language during residence in Korea.

Prose and/or poetry readings.

Prose readings in such authors as Cicero, Caesar, and Livy.

Prose readings in such authors as Pliny, Tacitus, Sallust, and Medieval Latin.

Listening and speaking skills are emphasized with some attention given to reading and writing.

Second-year study of Navajo language and culture with emphasis on conversation.

Provide students with a basic knowledge of Persian. Students will learn written and colloquial Persian simultaneously. Adapted stories and natural texts will familiarize students with various aspects of Iranian culture.

Further development of vocabulary, speaking, writing, and grammatical skills. Supplemental reading materials will provide insight into Iranian culture and will serve as a basis for in-class discussion.

All language skills will be developed to an advanced level. Students will read and analyze prose and poetry segments from both the modern and classical traditions of Persian literature. The class sessions will be in Persian, with occasional use of English for explanation of difficult points of grammar or analysis.

Meets with PERS 6160 and MID E 6316. Authors, movements, and genres from modern and classical literature. Topics include the Iranian worldview, the relationship between Iranian history and Persian literature, sufism in Persian poetry, the Persian romance, the development of modern Persian literature, the short story after the Islamic Revolution of 1979.

Meets with PERS 4160 and MID E 4316. Additional work required of graduate students. Authors, movements, and genres from selected periods. Authors, movements, and genres from modern and classical literature. Topics include the Iranian world view, the relationship between Iranian history and Persian literature, sufism in Persian poetry, the Persian romance, the development of modern Persian literature, the short story after the Islamic Revolution of 1979.

Develops listening and reading strategies with an emphasis on oral and written forms of communication.

Development of reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Entry-level course for students who have one-and-one-half to two years' experience in Russian. Also open to those who have had RUSS 3050. Intensive survey of Russian grammar.

Meets with C LIT 3670. Emphasizes Russian consciousness from 1880 to present as it is portrayed through literary, philosophical, and historical texts including the visual.

Themes of special interest, repeatable when specific topics vary.

Intensive work on writing in Spanish. Continued review of grammatical features and word usage. Open for students with a year and a half or more experience in a Spanish-speaking country or area.

Intensive work on writing in Spanish. Continued review of grammatical features and word usage. Open for students with a year and a half or more experience in a Spanish-speaking country or area.

Intensive work on writing in Spanish. Continued review of grammatical features and word usage. Open for students with a year and a half or more experience in a Spanish-speaking country or area.

Intensive work on writing in Spanish. Continued review of grammatical features and word usage. Open for students with a year and a half or more experience in a Spanish-speaking country or area.

Intensive work on writing in Spanish. Continued review of grammatical features and word usage. Open for students with a year and a half or more experience in a Spanish-speaking country or area.

Introduction to historical, political, economic, and cultural issues affecting one or more of the countries of Spain and/or Spanish America. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Indigenous and Hispanic cultures and customs of Spanish America.

Readings in Spanish literature from medieval to present.

Readings in literature from 15th-century to present, covering varied genres from all of Latin America.

Readings in 16th- and 17th-century Spanish Literature. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Major narrative works of Spanish and Spanish American writers. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Combines films with literary texts and the study of movements, and criticism related to both. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Major authors of the Mexican 20th-century literary Canon. Taught in Spanish, although some texts are available in English translation.

Works, authors, and genres not normally covered elsewhere. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Works, authors, and genres not normally covered elsewhere. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Works, authors, and genres not normally covered elsewhere. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Restricted to students in the Honors Program working on their Honors degree.

Traces the evolution of literary production in Latin America, beginning with pre-Columbiam texts through the colonial period until 1800. Focus is on the evolution of literary periods. Repeatable for credit when topic varies.

Topics selected by students and professor to broaden students' background.

Faculty supervision for research and writing of M.A. thesis.

Faculty consultation for sontinuing Ph.D. candidate.

Introduction to Turkish writing system. Development of basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills with emphasis on active oral communication. Authentic interactive materials in the classroom introduce students to aspects of Turkish culture.

Further development of vocabulary, speaking, writing and grammatical skills. Supplemental reading materials will provide insight into Turkish culture and will serve as a basis for in-class discussion.

All language skills will be developed to an advanced level. Reading and analysis of texts, along with practice in oral communication, will increase competence in use of grammatical patterns.