2009-2010 Undergraduate Academic Catalog

Course Descriptions Course Descriptions 262 Cedarville University 2009–10 SOC-4720 – SPAN-4640 SOC-4720 Social Theory –Fa 3 hours Historical review of major sociological theorists and a critical examination of their theories from a theistic perspective. SOC-4800 Research in Sociology –Sp 3 hours Senior research paper in which each student focuses upon an issue or topic within the discipline of sociology. (Fee: $125) SOC-4910 1-3 hours Independent Study in Sociology Provides the means whereby gifted and interested students may explore, in a more in-depth and intensive manner, general information acquired in the major courses. Further, independent study provides a logical way to complete required hours not obtained in normal sequencing. Prerequisite: permission of the instructor. Spanish (SPAN) SPAN-1710, 1720 4 hours/sem Elementary Spanish I and II –Fa, Sp, Su Development of basic skills in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in Spanish to satisfy a broad variety of everyday, school, and work situations, along with an introduction to Hispanic cultures. SPAN-1740 Intensive Spanish –Su 6 hours This course is a six-credit, short-term course designed for students who wish to combine SPAN-1710 Elementary Spanish I and SPAN-1720 Elementary Spanish II. Prerequisites: minimum GPA 2.0, high school Spanish highly recommended. SPAN-2710, 2720 4/3 hours/sem Intermediate Spanish I and II –Fa, Sp Development of all four language skills through grammar review, composition, conversation, and readings in Spanish literature and culture. Prerequisite: SPAN-1720 Elementary Spanish, instructor’s approval, or placement by exam. SPAN-3350 2 hours Elementary Education for Foreign Language Teachers –Sp An introduction to the teaching of reading, writing, and literacy development as developmental skills for the elementary age learner. Knowledge of elementary school curriculum with an emphasis on using the teaching of foreign language to reinforce the content of the elementary school curriculum. Emphasis on the use of children’s literature as a means of teaching foreign language and culture to elementary students. The student will have knowledge of Ohio’s model competency-based program and its four stages of language development to guide school foreign language programs. Open to Multi-age Spanish Education Majors only. Credit/No Credit (odd years) SPAN-3500 2 hours Methods of Teaching Foreign Language –Fa Examination of the purposes and objectives along with the methods and curricular models used in the K-12 foreign language classroom. This course addresses the theories of first and second language acquisition, as well as topics such as the relationship of foreign language learning to other content areas. The student is given information regarding opportunities in planning lessons with appropriate materials, sequencing, and execution of learning activities. Evaluations of student learning, student behavior, and self-evaluation as integral parts of successful teaching are also stressed. The student will also gain insight into the importance of understanding one’s own language and culture as a means to understanding the language and culture of the target peoples. Open to Multi-age Spanish Education majors only. SPAN-3600 Clinical Teaching in Spanish –Fa, Sp, Su 0-2 hours A practical experience in which a student is assigned to assist a classroom teacher in preparation for classes, grading, and tutoring students. The student is expected to participate in 30 clock hours for each hour of credit divided among early childhood (20 hours), middle childhood (20 hours), and adolescent/young adult (20 hours) contexts. Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Education Program. SPAN-3610 Spanish Composition –Fa 3 hours Emphasis on development of clear, natural, and effective written communication in Spanish. Includes grammar review, vocabulary expansion, discussion of stylistic elements, and practice in writing narrative, descriptive, and several types of expository texts. Prerequisite: SPAN-2720 Intermediate Spanish or permission of instructor. SPAN-3620 Spanish Conversation –Fa 3 hours Designed to sharpen the student’s communication in oral Spanish and to increase aural comprehension of spoken Spanish. Attention given to pronunciation, vocabulary building, and practice on hearing and speaking through in-class presentations and other activities. Also emphasizes the development of culturally appropriate approaches to communication and comparative study of Anglo and Hispanic cultures. Prerequisite: SPAN-2720 Intermediate Spanish or permission of instructor. SPAN-3640 Introduction to Hispanic Literature –Sp 3 hours An introduction to basic concepts and vocabulary relating to literary theory through the study and analysis of representative works in Hispanic poetry, drama, and narrative, with emphasis on contemporary authors. Prerequisite: SPAN-2720 Intermediate Spanish or permission of instructor. SPAN-3660 Spanish For Professionals –Sp 3 hours Development of practical Spanish vocabulary and conversational skills related to careers in criminal justice, social work, and health care professions. Prerequisite: SPAN-2720 Intermediate Spanish or permission of instructor. (odd years) SPAN-3670 Introduction to Translation –Sp 2 hours An introduction to theory and practice related to bilingual translation and interpreting. Students will learn strategies for translating a variety of text types, as well as the fundamentals of interpreting. Prerequisite: SPAN-3610 Spanish Composition; SPAN-3620 Spanish Conversation. (odd years) SPAN-3680 Understanding Hispanic Cultures –Sp 3 hours Analysis of historical and contemporary issues that have shaped the Hispanic cultures in the US. Discussion of similarities and differences between Anglo and Latino worldviews. Course taught in English; counts for Global Awareness elective. (even years) SPAN-3690 Hispanic Film –Sp 3 hours Explores the genres of Hispanic film and how these genres portray the cultural, social, and political environments in Spain and the Americas. Prerequisites: SPAN-3640 Introduction to Hispanic Literature; permission of instructor. (even years) SPAN-4610 Advanced Spanish Grammar –Fa 3 hours Intensive review of high frequency grammatical structures problematic to non-native speakers of Spanish. Exploration of the history of the language as well as the theoretical aspects of the nature of language and the practical development of written and oral skills in Spanish. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. (even years) SPAN-4640 Topics in Hispanic Culture –Fa 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. Capstone course. Prerequisite: major or minor in Spanish; permission of instructor. (odd years)