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3.00 Credits
This supplemental course, designed for high intermediate ESL students, has a twofold purpose. It is designed to 1) be a systematic introduction to the vitality and complexity of the United States-its values, beliefs, geography, and inhabitants; and 2) strengthen academic study skills especially in reading and writing.
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3.00 Credits
This course surveys audio-visual materials now available for the teaching of English as a second or foreign language. The course reviews educational and non-educational media such as films, videos, audiotapes, radio programs, and computer-driven technology to make students aware of possibilities for their own study and to explore images of the United States conveyed through these media. Students perceive and develop an interactive relationship between the above materials and their special areas of interest. Note: This course is offered as part of the Certificate Program in American English and the Culture of the USA.
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3.00 Credits
This course focuses on legends, fairy tales, nursery rhymes, special events, fictional characters, and historical personalities that together constitute American mythology. Students are taught techniques of determining the meaning of such references and of using them in their conversations and writing. The course also provides a review of current controversies concerning language. Each offering of the course concentrates on a different topic or theme. Note: This course is offered as part of the Certificate Program in American English and the Culture of the USA.
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1.00 Credits
This one-credit course provides a faculty-supervised opportunity for undergraduates in any major to receive training and experience in tutoring students enrolled in English as a Second Language classes. Note: Interns are paid for their tutoring work.
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3.00 Credits
This survey deals with the experience of Asian Americans, particularly in the areas of immigration and countries of origin, integration into American society, relations with other ethnic groups, problems encountered, and achievements and aspirations. ETHN 201 Ethnic and Racial Stereotypes in Film and Television (3) This course focuses on ethnic stereotyping by analyzing major films and television programs. The evolution of ethnic stereotypes of various groups (Blacks, Hispanics, Native Americans, Asians, Italians, Poles and Slavs, Irish, Germans and Jews) is traced from the birth of motion pictures to film and television programs of today.
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3.00 Credits
This course is concerned with the sociological phenomena associated with the movement of people from one cultural world to another. It considers the impact of migration to a land with different norms and values both on the individuals involved as well as on the society receiving the immigrants.
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2.00 Credits
This course is designed to introduce the student to Spinning?. Spinning? is a cardiovascular exercise performed on a specially designed indoor cycle. The instructor guides participants of all ages and fitness levels through simulated outdoor bike rides. Motivational techniques, music and visualization tools are integrated for a complete mind/body exercise program.
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2.00 Credits
Tai Chi is an ancient art of self-defense practiced by monks during the Sung Dynasty (960-1278 B.C.E.). The practice includes synchronized a series of simple graceful movements promoting fitness, vitality in health and well-being. This course will introduce and expose students to basic cognitive and practical Tai Chi principles. Prerequisite: FES 111 Yoga I
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3.00 Credits
This course is designed to help students understand the basics of fitness through exercise with rhythmic activities. Cardiovascular fitness activities will be presented providing students the knowledge and skills necessary to design a personal aerobic dance and conditioning program.
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2.00 Credits
In this course, students develop the skills necessary for active participation in racquetball. Comprehensive information about equipment, rules, tournament competition is provided. Strategies for both singles and doubles play is discussed and analyzed.
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