1991-1992 Academic Catalog

SPAN-361 Spanish Composition-A 4 hours Emphasis on development ofclear, natural and effective written commmunication in Span– ish. Includes grammar review, vocabulary expansion, discussion of stylistic elements and extensive writing practice. Prerequisite: SPAN-272 Intermediate Spanish or permission of instructor. SPAN-362 Spanish Conversation - W 4 hours A course designed to sharpen the student's communication skills in oral Spanish, as well as to increase aural comprehension of spoken Spanish. Attention given to pronunciation, vocabulary building, grammar, and practice in hearing and speaking through in-class presen– tations and other activities. Prerequisite: SPAN-272 Intermediate Spanish or permission of instructor. SPAN-363 Chicano Literature-Sp 3 hours The study of the literary works of Spanish Americans, emphasizing the Mexican– American. Includes short story, drama, poetry, and novel. Course taught in English and open to all students. (even years) SPAN-364 Introduction to Hispanic Literature -Sp 4 hours An introduction to basic concepts and vocabulary relating to literary theory through the study and analysis ofrepresentative works in Hispanic poetry, drama, and narrative. Prerequi– site: SPAN-272 Intermediate Spanish or permission of instructor. SPAN-370 Teachlng Foreign Language 3 hours Examination of purposes and objectives along with methods used in the secondary level foreign language classroom. Prerequisite: Admission to the Teacher Education Program. SPAN-460 Hispanic Civilization-A 4 hours In-depth study of Spanish or Latin American cultural and historical backgrounds. Course alternates yearly between Spain and LatinAmerica and serves partly as introduction to litera– ture survey courses. Repeatable to eight hours, provided that both Latin America and Spain are studied. Prerequisite: SPAN-273 Intermediate Spanish or permission of instructor. SPAN-461 Advanced Spanish Grammar-Sp 5 hours Detailed examination of grammatical structures in Spanish, in comparison/contrast with similar structures in English. Emphasizes both the theoretical aspect of the nature of lan– guage, and the practical development of written and oral skills in Spanish. Prerequisite: SPAN-362 Spanish Conversation. (even years) SPAN-462,463 Spanish American Literature- W, Sp 4 hours each quarter American literature from pre-Hispanic time until the present day. Prerequisite: SPAN-364 Introduction to Hispanic Literature. (odd years) SPAN-464 Topics in Hispanic Culture 3 hours In-depth study of a particular topic of interest either through individual research or group discussion. Orientation may be interdisciplinary, or author and genre specific. Prerequisites: Major/minor in Spanish and instructor's permission. (odd years) SPAN-470 Independent Study in Spanish 1-4 hours Independent and intensive study in a particular area of the Spanish language, literature, or culture for individual students who demonstrate special interests and ability. SPAN-472,473 Masterpieces ofSpanish Literature- W, Sp 4 hours each quarter A study ofmajor literary works ofSpain from the medieval and Renaissance periods to the present day. Prerequisite: SPAN-364 Introduction to Hispanic Literature. (even years) Languages andLiterature 143 SPAN-478 Cervantes 4 hours A study of Miguel de Cervantes' works including Don Quixote and selected short stories. Offered in English for non-majors. Prerequisite: SPAN-364 or permission ofinstructor. German GER-181, 182, 183 Elementary German 5 hours each quarter Development of basic skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in German, along with an introduction to German culture. GER-281, 282, 283 Intermediate German 3 hours each quarter Grammar review, composition, conversation, and readings in German literature and cul– ture. Prerequisite: GER-183 Elementary German or at least two years ofhigh school German. GER-380 Directed Readings in German 1-4 hours The student, in cooperation with his or her advisor and the instructor, will select research level readings in the student's major field. Prerequisite: GER-281 Intermediate German or permission ofinstructor. GER-381 German Conversation 4 hours Oral practice in German through speeches and oral reports along with a review of pronun– ciation. Prerequisite: GER-283 Intermediate German or permission ofinstructor. French FREN-191, 192, 193 Elementary French 5 hours each quarter Development of basic skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening in French, along with an introduction to French culture. Linguistics LlNG-308 Linguistics for Language Learning 5 hours An analytical approach of language functioning applicable to learning any second lan– guage. Topics include phonology, morphology, and syntax. "Because ofthe thorough training that I receivedat Cedarville, I was put right into assignments ahead ofmyPeers. This preparation, as well as the emphasis upon developing analytical thinking skills, are what make the professional writing program so successful." - JeffMain, a 1988professional writing graduate, works as a technical writer for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission in Rockville, Maryland.