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2007-08 Catalog

Languages & Literatures

Approved Courses

Languages (LANG)

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LANG 271: Literature and Society in Modern Europe - LT

Reading and discussion of works in English translation by authors like Flaubert, Ibsen, and Thomas Mann often enriched through selected film adaptations. Emphasis on social themes, including life in industrial society, the changing status of women, and class conflict. (4)

LANG 272: Literature and Social Change in Latin America – C, LT

Readings in English translation of fiction from modern Latin America. Discussions focus on social and historical change and on literary themes and forms in works by authors such as Carlos Fuentes and Gabriel García Márquez. (4)

LANG 445: Methods for Teaching Foreign Languages and English as a Second Language

Theories and related techniques for teaching languages K-16 within their cultural context, including direct methods, content-based instruction, proficiency orientations, and the integration of technologies. Attention given to variations in approach for those teaching English as a second language. No prerequisites. Required for teacher certification in a language and for minor in English as a Second Language. Strongly recommended for elementary major in a language. Cross-listed with EDUC 445. (4)

LANG 446: Theories of Language Acquisition

Principles of language acquisition with specific classroom applications. Special attention given to the needs of different language groups in acquiring English. Comparison of sound systems and structures of languages ESL teachers are most likely to encounter. Required for minor in English as a Second Language. (4)

LANG 491: Independent Studies (1–4)

LANG 492: Independent Studies (1–4)

LANG 597: Non-thesis Research Project (1–4)

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