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1.00 Credits
Oral presentation by students of a research topic: attendance at weekly seminar given by other students in this course, and A Geo 500, and regular attendance at geological science seminars given by outside speakers [approximately once weekly in semester]. Students admitted to the Departmental Honors Program must take this course in the last three semesters of their degree program. Fall or Spring semesters. May be repeated for up to 3 credits.
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4.00 Credits
Beginner's course for students with no previous German. Focus on communicative skills, speaking, reading, writing, and listening. Independent work and student participation are stressed.
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4.00 Credits
Continuation of A Ger 101 with emphasis on basic language skills for communication and on cultural aspects. Independent work and student participation are stressed. Prerequisite(s): A Ger 101 or placement.
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4.00 Credits
Continuation of A Ger 102. Fundamentals of German for students with limited experience in German. Provides opportunity for review and expansion of the main features of the German language and German culture. Involves frequent and independent work. Prerequisite(s): A Ger 102 or placement.
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4.00 Credits
Continuation of A Ger 201. Completes the basic sequence of study of the essential features of the German Language. Involves frequent and independent work. Prerequisite(s): A Ger 201 or placement.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to multidisciplinary perspectives on globalization processes including, among other topics, the economic configuration of the world economy, the changing nature of the state, the transformation of home and households in transnationalism, biological constraints and environmental problems, and the impact of and responses to globalization throughout the world. The course presents the perspectives of the social sciences, humanities and natural sciences and encourages discussion and critical thinking.? This is a team-taught course.
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3.00 Credits
This course reviews the main theoretical perspectives that have emerged to explain the origins, dynamics and consequences of the increasing cross-border flows of goods, services, money, people, information, and culture. By identifying some of the key issues of contention, the course aims to provide students with a basic understanding of the assumptions, contribution, and limitations of current theoretical perspectives on globalization.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the development of China's economy and society since the death of Chairman Mao Tse-tung in 1976. Focuses on urbanization, industrialization, export-oriented development, and participation in global trade, finance and politics.? Taught in Shanghai, this multidisciplinary course helps students understand the dynamics of China's rapid economic growth over the last three decades, and how Chinese scholars interpret the nation's growing importance in the global system. Prerequisite(s): Taken after, or simultaneously with A Eac 100.
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1.00 Credits
Enables students who have recently studied in China to discuss and debate major contemporary issues:? the factors underlying China's rapid economic growth; the impact of China's economic growth on society, environment and the global system;? the future of China's political system;? the future of China's population policies;? the dynamics of Chinese cities;? the situation of Tibet and of ethnic and religious minorities;? the future of Taiwan; relations with other Asian neighbors. Prerequisite(s): At least 3 credits of Study Abroad coursework in China sometime in the previous yea
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3.00 Credits
An extensive research project, which may be based on the practicum experience and incorporate elements of the web-based blog created during that experience. The essay should constitute some substantial and original critical or scholarly argument on a topic relevant to the student's area of concentration. The student's adviser should approve the topic and an outline beforehand. The essay should be between 35-50 pages long and demonstrate the student's grasp of multi-disciplinary approaches and of new ways of acquiring and applying knowledge
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