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  • 2.50 Credits

    Introduction to the Italian language with emphasis on the active use of practical Italian in simple everyday situations. Basic grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, with frequent small group conversations. Introduction to Italian culture with emphasis on cultural diversity within Italy and between Italian and American cultures. Two and one-half hours lecture, one hour laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
  • 2.50 Credits

    Continued practice of spoken and written Italian with an emphasis on increasing fluency and refining communication. Further development of grammatical foundation to provide basis for continued advanced level study. Presentation of increasingly complex language situations through readings and material on Italian culture and society. Prerequisite: ITAL 110. Two and one-half hours lecture, one hour laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
  • 2.50 Credits

    Intermediate-level course designed to further deepen students' ability to communicate in Italian on a variety of topics. Emphasis on the active use of Italian in conjunction with acquisition of the four language skills. Particular attention given to the use of tenses. Increased knowledge and understanding of Italy, its customs, its regional differences, and its history. Prerequisite: ITAL 111. Two and one-half hours lecture, one hour laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
  • 2.50 Credits

    Continued practice in grammar, conversation, and composition at an advanced intermediate level. Greater emphasis on refining complex grammatical points. Increased oral and written fluency through exposure to more advanced reading texts and more challenging conversational exercises. Focus on Italy's people, culture, and history for the introduction of lexical themes. Prerequisite: ITAL 112. Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
  • 5.00 Credits

    Oral and written practice in the minimum competencies in language functions: vocabulary essential to basic communicative situations, grammar necessary for carrying out functions, signals for carrying out communicative tasks, and cultural skills in specific situations. Introduction to Hiragana, Katakana and about 80 Kanji. Language laboratory practice. Five hours lecture, two hours laboratory. GE Area: Humanities
  • 1.00 Credits

    Introduction to basic Japanese business etiquette and culture. Basic business greetings and interactions. Culturally appropriate behavior and body language. The role of gift giving and socializing in a business setting. The decision-making process in Japanese corporate culture. Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit. One hour lecture. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable
  • 4.00 Credits

    Speaking and listening experience in culturally appropriate ways. Special emphasis on correct perception and speaking, and familiarity with oral idioms and grammar as they differ from more formal written and literary uses. Development of critical thinking skills by comparing different viewpoints and different values of diverse cultures. Development of listening and speaking skills by exploring various forms of authentic materials, such as current news media, formal and informal conversations. Understanding ambiguities, vagaries, and value inherent in the target language. Prerequisite: JAPN 3. Advisory: May be taken concurrently with JAPN 4. Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit. Four hours lecture, one hour laboratory. GE Area: Humanities
  • 4.00 Credits

    Continuation of JAPN 13A. Speaking and listening experience in an environment of increasingly challenging language situation in culturally appropriate ways. Special emphasis on rapidity of correct perception and speaking, acquaintance with a variety of native dialects, and familiarity with oral idioms and grammar as they differ from more formal written and literary uses. Development of critical thinking skills by comparing different viewpoints and different values of diverse cultures. Development of listening and speaking skills by exploring various forms of authentic materials, such as current news media, political speech, and debates. Stating and supporting opinions on various topics. Understanding ambiguities, vagaries, and value inherent in the target language. Prerequisite: JAPN 13A. Advisory: May be taken concurrently with JAPN 5. Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit. Four hours lecture, one hour laboratory. GE Area: Humanities
  • 4.00 Credits

    Development of fluency in the oral/aural language, and cultural skills required in socio-linguistic functions, i.e., honorifics, in-group/out-group, male/female, and formal/informal expressions. Development of critical thinking skills by comparing different viewpoints and different values of diverse cultures. Development of listening and speaking skills by exploring various forms of authentic materials, such as current news media, political speech, debates, and drama. Stating and supporting opinions on various topics, including abstract concepts. Understanding and appreciating ambiguities, vagaries, and value inherent in the target language. Prerequisite: JAPN 13B. Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit. Four hours lecture, one hour laboratory. GE Area: Humanities
  • 4.00 Credits

    Continuation of JAPN 14A. Development of advanced level of oral/aural fluency in the language, and cultural skills required in socio-linguistic functions. Stating and supporting opinions on complex, abstract topics. Analyzing and hypothesizing. Understanding cultural differences, persuading, negotiating, and giving speech in formal settings. Development of critical thinking skills by comparing different viewpoints and different values of diverse cultures. Development of listening and speaking skills by exploring various forms of authentic materials, such as current news media, debates on various issues, and drama. Prerequisite: JAPN 14A. Advisory: May be taken concurrently with JAPN 6. Repeatability: May be taken six times for credit. Four hours lecture, one hour laboratory. GE Area: Humanities
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