Emphasizes speaking, listening, reading and writing skills and culturally appropriate language use. Credit not granted for this course and ASIA 2420. Prereq., HIND 1020 (min grade C). Meets MAPS requirement for foreign language. Formerly HIND 2010.
Continued study of oral and written modern Japanese in a cultural context. Prereq., JPNS 1020 or equivalent(min grade C). Meets MAPS requirement for foreign language.
Extends the conversational and written skills acquired at the elementary level. Although emphasis remains on spoken Korean, readings are increased, elementary writing skills are introduced gradually, and some Sino Korean characters are taught. Prereq., KREN 1020 (min. grade C) or instructor consent. Meets MAPS requirement for foreign language.
Continuation of HNDI 2010. Enhances students' speaking, listening, reading and writing skills and culturally appropriate language use. Prereq., HNDI 2010 (min. grade C) or equivalent. Formerly HIND 2020.
Through studying a group of Chinese films in light of modern Chinese history and literature, students examine a series of cultural dilemmas and issues in 20th century China and develop skills in analyzing literary and filmic texts. Approved for arts and sciences CORE curriculum: literature and the arts.
Provides a critical overview of one of the world's largest and most beloved film industries, the popular Hindi cinema produced in Bombay (Mumbai) and consumed around the world under the label "Bollywood". Focus on the post-Independence era to the present, with introduction to key films, directors, stars, genres, formal techniques, and themes, as well as critical analyses of these and other topics. Formerly HNDI 2441.
Examines 20th century Japanese culture through cinematic and animated films. Studies films by Ozu, Kurosawa, Mizoguchi, and contemporary animators Tezuka, Miyazaki, and Kon Satoshi. Considers cultural issues raised in film and anime in light of modern Japanese history and literature. Requires no knowledge of Japanese.
Introduces Korean/South Korean cinema from colonial period to the contemporary including old Korean black and white films, the earliest talkie films and contemporary art films. Considers cinema as a window to see the tumultuous and diverse culture of modern Korea. Taught in English. No prior knowledge or Korea, Korean film or film art is required.
Designed to train students further in the four language skills (writing, speaking, reading, listening/comprehension) at an advanced level. Enables students to acquire a better and broader understanding of Arabic culture and texts drawn from various genres of Arabic letters. Prereq., ARAB 2120 (min. grade C). Formerly ARAB 3010.
Surveys a variety of authentic-language materials, including films, plays, newspaper articles, essays, and short stories. Emphasizes proficiency-oriented approach to reading, writing, and oral communication. Prereq., CHIN 2120 (min. grade C) or instructor consent.
Emphasizes speaking, listening and conversational fluently in Hindi, with a focus on cultural appropriate expression and practical knowledge. . Prereq., HIND 2020 (min. grade C). Formerly HIND 3010.
Promotes an advanced level of speaking, reading, and writing. Focuses on contemporary business Korean language as reflected in various Korean media such as newspapers, magazines, and television. The goal is to acquire Korean language skills at a level that allows students to conduct business activities. Prereq., KREN 2120 (min. grade C) or instructor consent.
Continues training in the four language skills (writing, speaking, reading, listening/comprehension) at an advanced level. Enables students to acquire a better and broader understanding of Arabic culture and texts drawn from various genres of Arabic letters. Prereq., ARAB 3010 or 3110 (min. grade C). Formerly ARAB 3020.
Continuation of HIND 3110. Emphasizes reading, listening, and speaking fluency in Hindi-Urdu, with a focus on literary, cinematic and cultural themes in modern and contemporary Hindi-Urdu media and culture. Thematic focus of the course may change each semester. An effort will be made to encourage students to put their language skills into literary and cultural context. Prereq., HNDI 3110 (min. grade C). Formerly HIND 3020.
Continuation of JPNS 3110. Enhances student competence and performance in Japanese language in a holistic and integrative manner. Prereq., JPNS 3110 (min grade C).
This second semester of Korean offers advanced level (2) speaking and writing. Focuses on understanding contemporary Korean languages as reflected in various communication media, such as print, Tv, and films to help students understand Korean in a variety of contexts. Students should be quite fluent in commanding Korean after this course.
Provides an introduction to the academic study of Chinese and Japanese literature and culture with a focus on writing skills in English through a survey of standard academic writing conventions. Review and assessment of selected textual materials, class presentation, critique, and revision. Recommended for Chinese and Japanese majors and minors. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: written communication. CHIN 3200 and JPNS 3200 are the same course.
Provides an introduction to the academic study of Chinese and Japanese literature and culture with a focus on writing skills in English through a survey of standard academic writing conventions. Review and assessment of selected textual materials, class presentation, critique, and revision. Recommended for Chinese and Japanese majors and minors. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: written communication. CHIN 3200 and JPNS 3200 are the same course.
Provides a thorough introduction to literary and colloquial forms of Tibetan. This course focuses on the grammatical foundation of the language, the acquisition of basic vocabulary, and training in the skills of pronunciation, conversation, handwriting and spelling.