FOREIGN LANGUAGE (LIFL)
LIFL113. SPANISH I. 3.0 Semester Hrs.
Fundamentals of spoken and written Spanish with an emphasis on vocabulary, idiomatic expressions of daily conversation, and Spanish American culture. 3
semester hours.
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- Demonstrate improved pronunciation and intonation of the Spanish Language.
- Comprehend and respond to oral directions and questions.
- Verbalize simple and personal ideas using correct pronunciation and grammar.
- Read and Comprehend simple, brief, written selections.
- Write simple paragraphs based on everyday situations using correct grammar.
- Demonstrate knowledge of some contributions of Hispanic culture to the culture of the United States.
LIFL115. GERMAN I. 3.0 Semester Hrs.
Fundamentals of spoken and written German with an emphasis on vocabulary, idiomatic expressions of daily conversation, and German culture. 3 semester
hours.
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- identify facts, vocabulary, definitions, terms, concepts necessary for developing basic proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, interacting and writing in German.
- recognize concepts and tools relevant to read, write and communicate effectively and appropriately in German at an elementary level.
- ask questions relevant to the analysis and comprehension of a range of elementary written and spoken authentic German texts, dialogues, and other communications.
- collect information relevant to reading and writing elementary German texts – e.g. use of glossaries, dictionaries, authentic language materials and reference grammars.
- analyze the grammar and syntax of elementary German texts and communications to arrive at a basic understanding thereof.
- gain a sense of the importance of Global Communication and the importance of Global Language as a conveyor of cultural values, thought and expression as you create, process, and negotiate meaning in German.
- gain an understanding of the Global Impact of Perspective Taking by examining the cultural values and norms revealed in traditional cultural activities and experiences of German-speaking countries and contemporary features of modern German culture.
LIFL119. FRENCH I. 3.0 Semester Hrs.
(I) French I provides basic instruction in speaking, reading, listening, and writing the French language, with emphasis in class on communicating through speaking and listening skills. French and francophone culture will also be studied. Successful completion of French I will allow students to further their french studies in level 2. 3 hours lecture, 3 semester hours.
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- Greet people and socialize.
- Talk about the present, expressing feelings as well as exchanging ideas and opinions.
- Ask and answer questions.
- Share information about themselves, their families, their possessions, and activities.
- Make comparisons.
- Describe future plans.
- Discover the diversity of the French-speaking world and its people.
- Compare daily life and customs in France with those in the United States.
- Read maps and recognize important facts about Francophone countries and cities.
- Identify English cognates borrowed from the French language.
- Use the French language both within and beyond the school setting for personal enrichment and career development.
LIFL123. SPANISH II. 3.0 Semester Hrs.
Continuation of Spanish I with an emphasis on acquiring conversational skills as well as further study of grammar, vocabulary, and Spanish American culture.
3 semester hours.
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- Demonstrate improved pronunciation and intonation of the Spanish Language.
- Comprehend and respond to oral directions and questions.
- Verbalize simple and personal ideas using correct pronunciation and grammar.
- Read and Comprehend simple, brief, written selections.
- Write simple paragraphs based on everyday situations using correct grammar.
- Demonstrate knowledge of some contributions of Hispanic culture to the culture of the United States.
LIFL125. GERMAN II. 3.0 Semester Hrs.
Continuation of German I with an emphasis on acquiring conversational skills as well as further study of grammar, vocabulary, and German culture. 3 semester hours.
LIFL129. FRENCH II. 3.0 Semester Hrs.
French 2 provides continued instruction in speaking, reading, listening, and writing the French language, with emphasis in class on communicating through speaking and listening skills. French and francophone culture will also be studied. 3 hours lecture. Prerequisite: LIFL119.
LIFL198. SPECIAL TOPICS. 1-6 Semester Hr.
(I, II) Pilot course or special topics course. Topics chosen from special interests of instructor(s) and student(s). Usually the course is offered only once. Prerequisite: none. Variable credit; 1 to 6 credit hours. Repeatable for credit under different titles.
LIFL199. INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1-6 Semester Hr.
(I, II) Individual research or special problem projects supervised by a faculty member, also, when a student and instructor agree on a subject matter, content, and credit hours. Prerequisite: “Independent Study” form must be completed and submitted to the Registrar. Variable credit; 1 to 6 credit hours. Repeatable for credit.
LIFL213. SPANISH III. 3.0 Semester Hrs.
Emphasis on furthering conversational skills and a continuing study of grammar, vocabulary, and Spanish American culture. 3 semester hours.
LIFL298. SPECIAL TOPICS. 1-6 Semester Hr.
(I, II) Pilot course or special topics course. Topics chosen from special interests of instructor(s) and student(s). Usually the course is offered only once. Prerequisite: none. Variable credit; 1 to 6 credit hours. Repeatable for credit under different titles.
LIFL299. INDEPENDENT STUDY. 0-6 Semester Hr.
(I, II) Individual research or special problem projects supervised by a faculty member, also, when a student and instructor agree on a subject matter, content, and credit hours. Prerequisite: “Independent Study” form must be completed and submitted to the Registrar. Variable credit; 1 to 6 credit hours. Repeatable for credit.
LIFL398. SPECIAL TOPICS. 1-6 Semester Hr.
(I, II) Pilot course or special topics course. Topics chosen from special interests of instructor(s) and student(s). Usually the course is offered only once. Prerequisite: none. Variable credit; 1 to 6 credit hours. Repeatable for credit under different titles.
LIFL399. INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1-6 Semester Hr.
(I, II) Individual research or special problem projects supervised by a faculty member, also, when a student and instructor agree on a subject matter, content, and credit hours. Prerequisite: “Independent Study” form must be completed and submitted to the Registrar. Variable credit; 1 to 6 credit hours. Repeatable for credit.
LIFL498. SPECIAL TOPICS. 1-6 Semester Hr.
(I, II) Pilot course or special topics course. Topics chosen from special interests of instructor(s) and student(s). Usually the course is offered only once. Prerequisite: none. Variable credit; 1 to 6 credit hours. Repeatable for credit under different titles.
LIFL499. INDEPENDENT STUDY. 1-6 Semester Hr.
(I, II) Individual research or special problem projects supervised by a faculty member, also, when a student and instructor agree on a subject matter, content, and credit hours. Prerequisite: “Independent Study” form must be completed and submitted to the Registrar. Variable credit; 1 to 6 credit hours. Repeatable for credit.