Courses Fall 2008
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German
Ger 1100 Elementary German I (5)
Daily - Sections: 10-10:50, 11-11:50 (two sections at10:00 & 11:00), 12-12:50. Section #3 meets MWF 2-3:15; a significant portion of section #3 will be conducted online.
Instr: TAs
Prerequisite: None.
Ger 1200 Elementary German II (5)
Daily - Sections at 9-9:50, 10-10:50, 11-11:50, 12-12:50
Instr: TAs
Prerequisite: C- or better in German 1100 or equivalent.
Ger 2100 Intermediate German I (3)
MWF - Sections: 9-9:50, 10-10:50, 11-11:50, 12-12:50
Instr: TAs
Prerequisite: C- or better in German 1200 or equivalent.
Ger 2260 Intermediate German II: Language & Culture (3)
MWF - Sections: 10-10:50, 11-11:50
Instr: McKinstry
Prerequisite: German 2100 or equivalent.
Ger 2310 German Civilization: Beginning to 1850 (3)
MWF - Lecture: MW 11-11:50
Discussion sections meet: F 10-10:50 (two sections at this time), 11-11:50, 12-12:50.
Instr: Cook, Ireton, Strathausen
Major historical, social, artistic, & literary themes from beginnings to end of Revolution of 1848. Films & recordings. May be taken independently of 2320. No foreign language credit. Prerequisite: none (minimum C- in English 1100 for WI credit). Writing Intensive.
Ger 3160 Conversation & Composition (3)
MWF 10-10:50
Instr: Schmidt
This course expands communicative competence in German and provides a review of advanced grammar concepts. Primary emphasis is on the further development of oral and written skills, reading comprehension, vocabulary expansion, and a broad exposure to relevant topics of contemporary German culture and society. Conducted in German. Prerequisite: C- or better in German 2260, or equivalent.
Ger 3190 Contemporary German Culture (3)
Meets: TTh 3:30-4:45
Instr: Schmidt
This content-driven course provides insights into essential subjects of 20th century German history and contemporary society, using a variety of literature, journalistic sources and film. The course will improve German conversation and literacy skills, and will strengthen critical reading and writing, as well as interpretative abilities. Significant grammatical concepts will be thoroughly reviewed throughout the semester. Conducted in German. Prerequisites: German 2260, or instructor's consent.
Ger 3230 Introduction to German Literature (3)
Meets: TTh 2-3:15
Instr: TBA
Further expands communicative skills in German and introduces students to German literature through readings of German short stories, longer prose texts, or drama. Prerequisite: C- or better in German 3160, or 3190.
Ger 3895 Service Learning in German (2)
Arranged
Graded on S/U basis only. Prerequisite: German 2160 or instructor's consent.
Ger 4160/7160 Adv. Language Proficiency/Ger Conv. & Comp. III (3)
Meets: TTh 12:30-1:45.
Instr: Schmidt
Prerequisite: German 3160 or equivalent; graduate standing for 7160.
Ger 4230 Enlightenment & Revoluton (3)
Meets: TTh 11-12:15.
Instr: TBA
Reading & discussion of selected works by major German writers from 1740 to 1870. Prerequisite: GERMAN 3230 or equivalent.
Ger 4260 Recent German Literature (3)
Meets: MW 11-12:15
Instr: Fischer
Prerequisite: GERMAN 3230 or equivalent.
Ger 4730/7730 German Internship & Methods (3)
Meets: Th 3:30-5:30
Instr: Fischer
Supervised introduction to the methodology of the teaching of elementary German; conducted in a classroom environment. Prerequisite: junior standing, German 3630, or instructor's consent; graduate standing for 7730.
Ger 8087 Seminar: Literature and Film (3)
Meets: MW 3:30-4:45
Instr: Cook
Ger 8087 Seminar: Realism to Modernity (3)
Meets: TTh 2-3:15
Instr: Ireton
Also available in German for Fall Semester 2008:
Topics 3001, 3005, 4001, 4005, 7005, 8005
Special Readings 4690, 7960
Honors 4996
Research in German 8050, 8090
Problems 8085
All arranged, with permission required
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Russian
Rus 1100 Elementary Russian II (6)
Daily - Sections: 9-9:50, 10-10:50 (two sections at this time) , 11-11:50.
One hour lab Wednesday at 1:00 or 2:00, or Thursday at 2:00
Instr: Monnier, TAs
Prerequisite: none.
Rus 2130 Second Year Russian I (4)
Meets: MTWF 10-10:50.
Instr: Langen
Solidifies command of Russian grammar, develops reading skills. Prerequisite: 1200 or equivalent.
Rus 2310 Between Heaven & Earth (3)
Lecture Meets: MW 1-1:50.
Discussion Sections Meet: Th 11-11:50, & F 11-11:50, 12-12:50, 1-1:50 (two sections at
12:00 & 1:00) & 2-2:50.
Instr: Zarankin, TAs
Survey of the arts & social thought in Russia from the Christianization of the Slavic peoples
to 1917. No foreign language credit. No knowledge of Russian required. May be taken independently of Russian 2320. Humanities credit. Prerequisite: none (minimum C- in English 1100 for WI credit). Writing Intensive.
Rus 3160 Intermediate Conversation & Composition (3)
Meets: MWR 10-10:50
Instr: Zarankin
Further develops oral command of Russian as well as listening comprehension & some letter
writing skills. Prerequisite: 2160 & 3130 or instructor's consent.
Rus 3310 Heroes of Their Time: Individualism in Russian Literature (3)
Meets: TTh 2-3:15
Instr: Monnier
Examines selected works by the major Russian writers of the first half of the nineteenth century.
Reading & lectures in English. Prerequisite: sophomore standing or instructor's consent. Rus 3890 Russian & Soviet Cinema (3)
Meets: Th 4-7:00, T 12:30-1:45
Instr: Barabtarlo
Survey & analysis of selected Soviet films. Emphasis on filmmaking as a form
of art. English or subtitled. Second screenings by arr. Some films may run over 2 hrs. No foreign language credit.
Prerequisite: junior standing or instructor's consent. Cross-listed as Film Studies 3005, section
Rus 3895 Service Learning in Russian (2)
Arranged
Instr: Monnier
Graded on S/U basis only. Consent of instructor by November 3. Prerequisite: Russian 2160.
Rus 4350/7350 Special Readings (1-3)
Arranged
Organized study of selected topics. Subjects, earnable credit may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 hours, with departmental consent. Prerequisite: junior or graduate standing.
Rus 4730/7730 Internship in Russian (3)
Instr: Monnier
Meets: as arranged. Supervised introduction to the methodology of the teaching of elementary Russian; conducted in a classroom environment. Prerequisite: Russian major or graduate standing or instructor's consent; graduate standing for 7730.
Rus 4970/7420 Russian Poetry (3)
Meets: MW 3-4:15
Instr: Langen
Survey of readings in Russian poetry from its beginnings to present. Prerequisite:
RUSS 3130 or equivalent. Graduate standing for 7420. Rus 8510 The Art & Life of Pushkin (3)
Meets: TTh 9:30-10:45
Instr: Barabtarlo
Conceptual thematic overview of Alexander Puskin's lyrical poetry, as well as some dramatic
work & prose. Special attention paid to parallel development of artistic & religious beliefs. Poetry read in Russian; prose
& dramatic poems in Russian & English. Prerequisite: graduate standing or instructor's consent.
Also available in Russian for Fall Semester 2008
Topics 2001, 2005, 3005, 4001
Special Readings 4350, 7350
Honors 3896
Research in Russian 8050, 8090
Problems 7085, 8085
All arranged, with permission required.
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Ara 1100 Elementary Arabic I (6)
Meets: MWF 3:30-5:50.
Instr: Mahir
Prerequisite: none.
Ara 2005 Topics: Studies of Film in the Arabic World
Meets: MWF 1-1:50
Instr: Mahir
Introduces students to film production & industry in Arab world from early 20th c to
present. Considers ten Arabic films (with/without English subtitles) in which standard Arabic as well as variety of Arabic vernaculars are used. Discusses historical development of Arabic film, outlines technical aspects, explains interaction of cinema with political, social, artistic movements. Acquaints students with Arabic film & enhances language competence of students of intermediate Arabic. [top]
Chinese
Chi 1100 Elementary Chinese I (6)
Meets: Daily (MTWThF) 10-10:50
One hour lab per week meets Th 2-2:50
Instr: Volz
Prerequisite: none.
Chi 2005 Topics in Chinese (3)
Meets: as arranged
Prerequisite: instructor's consent.
Chi 2160 Conversation & Composition (3)
Meets: MWF 11-11:50
Instr: Su
Prerequisite: Chinese 1200 or equivalent.
Chi 2310 Chinese Civilization (3)
Meets: TTh 11-12:15
Instr: Volz
Survey of Chinese culture & arts. No knowledge of Chinese required. No foreign
language credit. Prerequisite: none.
Chi 3085 Problems: Fifth Semester Chinese
Meets: MWF 4-4:50
Instr: Volz
Prerequisite: C- or better in Chinese 3160. [top]
Hebrew
Hebr 2005 Topics: Modern Israeli Film
Meets: Th 6-10:00 p.m.
Instr: Naveh-Benjamin
Examines Israeli film. Studies literary pieces in English, discusses the revived language
of Israel. Considers contemporary Israel through film. Same as GH2120. 5, & Film Studies 2005.5.
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Japanese
Jap 1100 Elementary Japanese I (6)
Meets: MWF 10-10:50. RSD sections TTh 9:30-10:45, 11-12:15, 12:30-1:45
Instr: Holman, Kellar
Prerequisite: none.
Jap 2160 Conversation & Composition (3)
Meets: MWF 1-1:50
Instr: Holman, Kellar
Prerequisite: C- or better in Japanese 1200, or equivalent.
Jap 3085 Problems: Japanese Theatre (3)
Meets: MW 2-3:15
Instr: Holman
Study of history & performance techniques of Japanese theatre. Examines scripts from 20th c Japanese theater as well as classical forms of Noh, Kyogen, & Kabuki. Particular attention to traditional Bunraku puppet theater. Readings & lectures, substantial student participation as actors, puppeteers, &/or technical work for stage. Productions for invited & public audiences. Requires three to four hours/week in rehearsals outside class lecture hours. No knowledge of Japanese language or experience in theater required
Jap 3360 Modern Japanese Literature (in translation) (3)
Meets: TTh 3:30-4:45
Instr: Holman, Kellar
Surveys Japanese literature from 1868 to present. Analyzes works by such authors as Soseki, Tanizaki, Kawabata, Mishima, Oe, Murakami, others. Readings & lectures in English. Prerequisite: sophomore standing.
Jap 3370 Intermediate Readings in Japanese (3)
Meets: MWF 11-11:50
Instr: Holman, Kellar
Develops reading skills and acquisition of more Kanji. Prerequisite: Japanese 3160 or
equivalent or instructor's consent.
Jap 4005 Topics: 7th Sem Lang: Adv Readings & Conversation (3)
Meets: TTh 2-3:15
Instr: Holman, Kellar
Prerequisite: 6th Semester Language.
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Korean
Kor 1100 Elementary Korean I (6)
Meets: Daily 10-10:50
Instr: Liim
One hour lab arranged. Prerequisite: none
Kor 2310 Korean Civilization (3)
Meets: MW 2-3:15
Instr: You
Survey of Korean culture and arts. No knowledge of Korean required. No foreign language credit. Humanities credit. Prerequisite: none.
Kor 3001 Topics in Korean (1-3)
Meets: as arranged
Consent of instructor required.
Kor 3005 Topics: Korean Society Through Cinema
Meets: T 3:30-6:00, Th 3:30-4:45
Instr: You
Examines the way in which Korean film reveals cultural, political, & ideological orientation of Korean society. Studies Korean society as a divided nation, & considers issues of modernity, gender,
nationhood, & class. Prerequisite: sophomore standing. [top] |
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