Catalog 2010 - 2011

A course sequence for nonnative speakers to develop further proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing English. Includes phonetics, idioms, lexical expansion, grammar review, and aspects of contemporary culture. MFL-101 is taught concurrently with a composition course in the English Department.

A course sequence for nonnative speakers to develop further proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing English. Includes phonetics, idioms, lexical expansion, grammar review, and aspects of contemporary culture.

Semester-sequenced beginning courses in speaking, understanding, reading and writing French, focused on cultural understanding and proficiency in communication.

Prerequisites: MFL-111

A systematic review of the most challenging elements of first semester French using a different set of instructional materials and formats from those employed in MFL-111. This course provides students with an opportunity to preserve, reinforce, and enhance their mastery of newly acquired skills before beginning their second semester in the language.

Prerequisites: MFL-111

Semester-sequenced beginning courses in speaking, understanding, reading and writing French, focused on cultural understanding and proficiency in communication.

Semester-sequenced beginning courses in speaking, understanding, reading and writing German, focused on cultural understanding and proficiency in communication.

Prerequisites: MFL-121

A systematic review of the most challenging elements of first semester German using a different set of instructional materials and formats from those employed in MFL-121. This course provides students with an opportunity to preserve, reinforce, and enhance their mastery of newly acquired skills before beginning their second semester in the language.

Prerequisites: MFL-121

Semester-sequenced beginning courses in speaking, understanding, reading and writing German, focused on cultural understanding and proficiency in communication.

Semester-sequenced beginning courses in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing Spanish, focused on cultural understanding and proficiency in communication.

Prerequisites: MFL-131

A systematic review of the most challenging elements of first semester Spanish using a different set of instructional materials from those employed in MFL-131. This course provides students with an opportunity to preserve, reinforce, and enhance their mastery of newly acquired skills before beginning their second semester in the language.

Prerequisites: MFL-131

Semester-sequenced beginning courses in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing Spanish, focused on cultural understanding and proficiency in communication.

Prerequisites: MFL-112

Using civilization, contemporary society and the cultural heritage for context, this course focuses on increasing fluency at the intermediate level while providing additional training in grammar.

Prerequisites: MFL-211

Using civilization, contemporary society and the cultural heritage for context, this course focuses on increasing fluency at the intermediate level while providing additional training in grammar.

Prerequisites: MFL-122 or equivalent

Using civilization, contemporary society and the cultural heritage for context, this course focuses on increasing fluency at the intermediate level while providing additional training in grammar.

Using civilization, contemporary society and the cultural heritage for context, this course focuses on increasing fluency at the intermediate level while providing additional training in grammar.

Prerequisites: MFL-132 or equivalent.

Using civilization, contemporary society, and the cultural heritage for context, this course focuses on increasing fluency at the intermediate level while providing additional training in grammar and writing.

Prerequisites: MFL-232

Using civilization, contemporary society, and the cultural heritage for context, this course focuses on increasing fluency at the intermediate level while providing additional training in grammar and writing.

Prerequisites: Permission

Independent study in ESL, French, German, or Spanish for those students who may still require considerable assistance with communication in the target language. See independent study guidelines.

Prerequisites: Permission

Special topics for intermediate students who want to improve their reading skills working in German, French, Spanish, or English as a Second Language. Students read fiction and non-fiction works. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisites include permission in addition to the following coursework: French: MFL-112 or a placement test score from 301-350; German: MFL-122 or a placement test score from 341-394; Spanish: MFL-132 or a placement test score from 356-439.

Prerequisites: MFL-212 or placement score above 450

The first in a sequence of two semesters designed to foster improvement of functional skills with particular emphasis on writing, listening, and speaking. Development of techniques to explain, elaborate, support opinions, convince, and persuade in both writing and speaking.

Prerequisites: MFL-311

The second in a sequence of two semesters designed to foster improvement of functional skills with particular emphasis on writing, listening, and speaking. Development of techniques to explain, elaborate, support opinions, convince, and persuade in both writing and speaking.

Prerequisites: MFL-224 or placement score above 495

The first in a sequence of two semesters designed to increase lexicon, to refine accuracy of linguistic forms, and to develop competency in language functions: to explain, elaborate, support opinions, convince, and persuade. The course integrates cultural studies using all skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing), with emphasis on academic writing.

Prerequisites: MFL-321

The second in a sequence of two semesters designed to increase lexicon, to refine accuracy of linguistic forms, and to develop competency in language functions: to explain, elaborate, support opinions, convince, and persuade. The course integrates cultural studies using all skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing), with emphasis on academic speaking.

Prerequisites: MFL-233 or placement score above 550

The first in a sequence of two semesters designed to increase lexicon, to refine accuracy of linguistic forms, and to develop competency in language functions: to explain, elaborate, support opinions, convince, and persuade. The course integrates cultural studies using all skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing), with emphasis on academic writing.

Prerequisites: MFL-330

The second in a sequence of two semesters designed to increase lexicon, to refine accuracy of linguistic forms, and to develop competency in language functions: to explain, elaborate, support opinions, convince, and persuade. The course integrates cultural studies using all skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing), with emphasis on academic speaking.

Prerequisites: MFL-331

A survey of major periods and genres through the works of representative Latin American authors.

Prerequisites: MFL-331

A survey of major periods and genres through the works of representative Spanish authors.

Prerequisites: Permission

(Same as EDU-398) This practicum extends pre-service teachers' cultural sensitivity, theoretical knowledge of second language acquisition, and skills in ESL and Bilingual methods through a professional experience with culturally/linguistically diverse students in a local school setting. The course is a collaborative venture among the college student, a bilingual or ESL teacher, and a college instructor. For each credit earned, participants spend 25 hours with elementary, middle school, or high school student(s) in local schools in addition to 20 hours involved in academic reading, writing, and seminar discussions. This field experience fulfills a requirement for the ESL and Bilingual Education endorsements for teacher certification in the state of Idaho. Students must complete an application packet prior to placement in a school.

Prerequisites: Permission

Independent readings and weekly conferences with a faculty supervisor. Appropriate for authors/ topics/literatures of special interest. May be repeated for credit.

Prerequisites: MFL-331

The focus of this course is the study of specific aspects of contemporary Latin American culture, including history, art, literature, music, politics and social issues.

Prerequisites: MFL-331

This course focuses on the evolving awareness of human rights as an ethical issue in the United States with particular emphasis on the perspectives of first generation immigrants. Topics for exploration include peace, justice, freedom, equality, security, dignity, tolerance, and a healthy environment. Lecture, readings, and coursework in Spanish.

Prerequisites: MFL-333 or MFL-334

A study of literary and cinematic narrative through representative works. Their relationships to Spanish and Spanish-American society and history will be emphasized.

Prerequisites: MFL-333 or MFL-334

A study of verse and drama through representative historical and contemporary works from Spain and Spanish America.

(Same as EDU-444) An analysis of second language acquisition theory and practice. The course includes review of textbooks, preparation of units of instruction, microteaching of lessons and class visitations.

Prerequisites: MFL-444

The course reinforces and extends students' knowledge of second language acquisition theory and practice in the context of standards-based language education. Course content also includes cross-cultural awareness and discussion of sociological issues pertaining to minority student education. Students will utilize ESL, Bilingual, and foreign language methods in lesson planning and microteaching, visit language classes, and create a theme-based unit that incorporates the multiple methods and strategies presented.

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing

(Same as ENG-446) A study of the central concepts of linguistic theory. Includes the theoretical areas of pragmatics, semantics, syntax, morphology, and phonology; and the applied areas of language variation, first language acquisition, second language acquisition, and written language. Students will acquire the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) as an essential tool for disciplined examination of linguistic phenomena. Issues of sociolinguistics will be addressed as students wrestle with the relationship between language, thought, and culture, and the nature of the cognitive and brain systems that relate to language learning, language teaching, and language use.

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing

(Same as EDU-447) An overview of legal mandates and an analysis of the models and typologies of bilingual education and second / foreign language programs that aim to achieve bilingualism and biliteracy in a multicultural society. The course examines the socio-cultural issues surrounding linguistic minority education from a historical perspective as well as from a contemporary and local perspective. The course explores the design, implementation, and adaptation of curriculum and instruction to meet the needs of the community in its demographic context.

Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing with a strong foundation in pedagogy.

(Same as EDU-448) The course prepares mainstream teachers to work effectively with culturally and linguistically diverse students in content area classrooms. Readings and discussions will explore best practices for students from the culture of poverty. Participants will develop lessons and units of study that incorporate the critical components of sheltered instruction for English learners.

Prerequisites: Permission

A research project, arranged with an advisory committee, culminating in a paper written in accordance with the committee's guidelines. See independent study guidelines.

Prerequisites: Permission

A special research project on a selected topic in literature or civilization. See independent study guidelines.

Prerequisites: Permission

Individually arranged and supervised service or research in a bilingual or target language environment. Internships will provide practical experience in the field of concentration. An extended analysis and periodic reports of the experience will be required. See internship guidelines.