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MLNG 220: French Literature in Translation
3.00 Credits
Point Park University
This course introduces students to French poetry, theater, prose fiction and essays of the 17th through the 20th century, with a special focus on the relationship between the literary and visual arts in France. The art of translation itself is central to our approach to several of the works studied. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Recognize and describe several challenges of literary translation, especially in poetry. (2) Recognize major intellectual and sociopolitical currents in France from the 18th through the 20th centuries. (3) Identify and describe several important literary genres and movements. (4) Analyze poems, short essays and passages of literary fiction, identifying theme, argumentation, imagery, and other literary devices. (5) Examine works of visual art firsthand with a critical eye for theme, composition, and historical context. (6) Produce creative individual and group works based on their study of prose and poetical pieces. (7) Identify some aspects of the special status and challenges of francophone culture beyond the borders of France, particularly as they relate to the late colonial period.
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MLNG 221: Spanish Literature in Translation
3.00 Credits
Point Park University
The same course format as MLNG 220 but with different texts.
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MLNG 225: Representation of Minorities in World Lit
3.00 Credits
Point Park University
A study of the ways in which various minority populations have been portrayed and understood throughout history in the literature of different cultures. Lectures and discussions based on translated literary texts. Course Objectives Upon successful completion, students will: 1) Become familiar with diverse ethinic populations. 2) Recognize the interaction between art ( literature) and society. 3) Recognize the historical, cultural and literary forces that play a part in the representations of the self and of the other.
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MLNG 228: Central European Literature and Culture
3.00 Credits
Point Park University
A study of the literature, culture and history of Eastern Europe. Special emphasis on the effects of Eastern European immigration on American culture and values. Lectures and discussions based on literary texts. Dual listed as SOC 228. Course Objectives (1) Discuss the history, politics and culture of several countries located in Central Europe. (2) Identify their on-going role in global configurations and agendas. (3) Demonstrate an understanding of the cultural and literary lives of Central/Eastern European countries. Specifically, Poland, Hungary, The Czech Republic and Slovakia
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MLNG 260: Japanese Culture
3.00 Credits
Point Park University
A study of the culture of Japan with special emphasis on the historical development and underlying dynamics of the Japanese world view. Education, child-rearing, business practices, morality, relationships, language, and the arts will be explained. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Identify basic terms, concepts and personalities associated with Japanese culture and explain their historical significance. (2) Define the basic principles of Shintoism, Buddhism and Confucianism and show how these belief systems influence various aspects of Japanese culture. (3) Compare and contrast Japanese and American culture with regard to child-rearing, morality, male/female roles, economics, crime and psychiatric treatment. (4) Analyze the impact of geographical and self-imposed international isolation on the development of Japanese culture. (5) Show how the principles of belongingness, place, empathy and reciprocity interrelate and influence Japanese social behavior.
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MLNG 261: Regional Studies: India
3.00 Credits
Point Park University
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MLNG 294: Special Topics(CORE)
3.00 Credits
Point Park University
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MLNG 295: Special Topics in Modern Languages
3.00 Credits
Point Park University
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MLNG 296: Independent Study in MLNG I
1.00 - 6.00 Credits
Point Park University
Independent Study in Modern Languages
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MLNG 302: Introduction to Linguistics
3.00 Credits
Point Park University
Provides students with an introduction to broad areas of linguistic theory and inquiry, including an introduction to the study of morphology, semantics, syntax, phonetics, phonology, and historical linguistics. It also includes an introduction to areas included within the disciplines of psycholinguistics and sociolinguistics. Dual-listed as ENGL 302
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