Foreign Languages and Cultures CORE Courses

 Fall 2008
 

CORE 140: Foreign Cultures (3 credits) 

 (African, Islamic, Japanese OR Latin American)

A study of the contemporary culture, values, perspectives and lifestyles of a foreign people focusing on a sympathetic understanding of cultural diversity and appreciation of another way of life.  The course is taught in English.  No knowledge of a foreign language is required.

CORE 141: Beginning Language I (3 credits) 

(French, German, Italian, Latin OR Spanish)

Pronunciation, fundamentals of grammar, exercises in speaking, understanding and writing the foreign language. Readings introduce the student to the foreign culture.

CORE 143:  Intermediate Language I (3 credits) 

(French, German OR  Spanish)

Review and further study of the fundamentals of the foreign language to increase comprehension, speaking and writing skills.  Readings increase knowledge and understanding of the foreign culture. Prerequisite: CORE 142 or equivalent.

CORE 145:  Conversation and Composition I (3 credits) 

(French, German OR Spanish)

Development of proficiency in the active use of the foreign language, both spoken and written. The course acquaints the student with the contemporary lifestyle, values and attitudes of the foreign people and increases cultural awareness. Prerequisite: CORE 144 or equivalent.