____101     LESSER TAUGHT FOREIGN LANGUAGE (e.g. RUSS101, CHIN101)

3 sh

An introduction to the basics of the foreign language in question; the course is especially designed for students who wish to spend a semester at a university in a country where the language is spoken.  The primary emphasis of the course will be on developing basic listening, reading and speaking skills in the language and increasing the students' awareness of the foreign culture.

____102     LESSER TAUGHT FOREIGN LANGUAGES II (e.g. RUSS102, CHIN102)

3 sh

The study of the foreign language in question, building on the material learned in the level I course.  Especially designed for students who wish to improve their basic knowledge of the language in order to be able to study at the foreign university that supplied the instructor (completion of this course followed by a semester of study abroad at the university will satisfy the foreign language requirement).

____201     LESSER TAUGHT FOREIGN LANGUAGE III (e.g. RUSS201, CHIN201)

3 sh

The study of the foreign language in question, building upon the material learned in the Level 2 course and especially designed for students who wish to enhance their knowledge of that language.  Prerequisite:  ____102 or the equivalent.

____202     LESSER TAUGHT FOREIGN LANGUAGE IV (e.g. RUSS202, CHIN202)

3 sh

The study of the foreign language in question, building upon the material learned in the Level 1, 2 and 3 courses and especially designed for students who wish to enhance their knowledge of that language.  Prerequisite:  ____201 or the equivalent.

1 sh

An introduction to the Lock Haven University Teacher Education Conceptual Framework and national standards for foreign language and English.  The course guides students through the Stage I teacher education requirements and early field experience tasks, and addresses topics taught in generic freshman seminars.

3 sh

An introduction to the people and cultures of a specific country or geographical area.  Through lectures, discussions, and an array of visual materials, the course, taught in English, addresses such topics as traditions, religious practices, major historical events, social and political trends, language, film, cuisine, theatre and music, as well as literature.  (Course may be taken multiple times and not count as a repeat.)

LANG328/FREN328     HUMANITIES SEMINAR:  FRENCH CINEMA

3 sh

A survey of major films produced by leading French directors since the 1960s.  Films will be studied as expressions of French culture and related to the special circumstances of French life, society and history that they reflect.  Films will be discussed both in general aesthetic terms and in terms of specifically French values and specifically French way of life.  Special attention will also be devoted to the differences between French and American filmmaking.  Films are presented with English subtitles; no knowledge of French is necessary.

LANG328/SPAN328     HUMANITIES SEMINAR:  SPANISH CINEMA

3 sh

A study of major films produced in Spain, with emphasis on the three leading directors:  Luis Buñuel, Carlos Saura and Pedro Almodóvar.  (All films are subtitled; no knowledge of Spanish is necessary for the seminar.)  Basic concepts of film criticism will be applied to analyses of films and social history and aesthetic movements will be considered where necessary to an understanding of specific films.

3 sh

Covers the evolution of Cuban culture in all of its diverse facets.  Readings, music and video recordings, visits to museums, galleries, and theatres are used to analyze the culture of Cuba from colonization to the present.  Special emphasis is placed on contemporary Cuban society.  Students are responsible for paying for travel, lodging, and food.

3 sh

Designed to provide students with a hands-on experience learning about Spanish culture.  Activities will consist of visits to museums and historical sites, guided city tours, and attendance at arts/cultural events such as zarzuela and bullfighting.  These activities will provide insights into historical and contemporary cultural, social, and political life in Spain.  All activities will serve as material for class discussion (which will be referred to as "tertulias").

FREN101-102     FRENCH I  (f) AND II  (sp)

6 sh

The fundamentals of pronunciation, vocabulary, and patterns of expression.  Oral and written practice intended to develop the skills of speaking, reading, writing, and listening to French.  Prerequisite:  FREN101 required before FREN102.

FREN201-202     FRENCH III  (f) AND IV  (sp)

6 sh

A review of fundamentals, together with continued vocabulary development, more complete construction, and more advanced oral and written exercises.  Prerequisite:  FREN102, 201 required before FREN202.

FREN203-204     FRENCH CIVILIZATION I AND II

6 sh

The first semester examines modern France, emphasizing cultural traits, patterns of daily living, and current issues.  The second semester follows the development of France from its earliest beginnings to the present, and traces its outstanding achievements in art, literature, architecture, science, etc.  Prerequisite:  non-majors: FREN202 or permission of the instructor.

FREN301     FRENCH COMPOSITION AND CONVERSATION I

3 sh

In the first semester, extensive vocabulary development by reading and discussion of situational materials.   Prerequisite:  FREN202 or permission of the instructor.

FREN303-304     FRENCH LITERATURE I AND II

6 sh

Readings from the main works of French literature from the early Middle Ages to the present.  Discussion of the characteristics of each work and of each literary movement.  Critical readings.  In this and subsequent literature courses, it is assumed that the student has the ability to read French with considerable ease, to follow lectures in the language, and to participate freely in discussions.  Prerequisite:  FREN202 or permission of the instructor. Fulfills General Education Requirements.

FREN305     FRENCH LINGUISTICS

3 sh

Introduces general concepts of structural linguistics, with special emphasis on comparison of the sound systems of French and English.  Intensive work on the development of authentic pronunciation of French, including phonetic transcription.  Prerequisite:  FREN202 or permission of the instructor.

FREN306     CURRENT FRENCH PERIODICALS

3 sh

Reading and discussion of the latest French newspapers and magazines, coupled with the study of contemporary France.  Attention will be given to recent developments in French idiom and vocabulary, including "Franglais".  Current tapes of French news broadcasts will help develop listening comprehension.  Prerequisite:  FREN202 or permission of the instructor.

FREN310     ADVANCED FRENCH GRAMMAR

3 sh

An intensive study of French, providing review of basic grammar as well as presentation of more advanced topics not treated in French I-IV.  Translation practice and structure drills will focus on problem areas arising from particular differences in English and French language structure.  Prerequisite:  FREN202 or permission of the instructor.

FREN359     SPECIAL TOPICS:  FRANCOPHONE IDENTITIES

3 sh

This course, taught exclusively in French, explores the variety of voices, social groups and societies in francophone literature through works by francophone writers, women and men, from Belgium, Switzerland, Algeria, Senegal, Martinique and Quebec.  Designed as an introduction to the literatures and cultures of the francophone world, the course considers issues of social status, history, resistance, representation and identity.  Prerequisite:  FREN202 or permission of the instructor.

FREN499     FRENCH INDEPENDENT STUDY

1-3 sh