Foreign Languages—FNLG     (Please note that not every course is offered every semester.)

Lower-Division Courses

1500. Introduction to Foreign Language Study. An introductory exploration of human language and foreign language learning. Topics include language and society, language and culture (linguistic and cultural knowledge), strategies for learning a foreign language, practical applications of knowing foreign languages, issues of proficiency and bilingualism, intercultural communication, basic terms and concepts, language use and gender. For students without previous foreign language study. Prereq.: Placement test or permission of department chairperson.  3 s.h.

1550. Elementary Foreign Language. Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing a foreign language not regularly offered. Geography and daily life, as well as appreciation of the culture of its speakers, are studied. Students should achieve an intermediate-low level of proficiency. Assignments in the Language Learning and Resource Center (LLRC). Grading is ABC/NC. 4 s.h.

1560. Language, Ethnicity, and Gender. Basic understanding of relations between ethnicity, gender, and speech style, distinguishing linguistics, sociolinguistics, and women’s issues. Examination of topics such as language, socialization, oral vs written language, language and class membership, and intra-ethnicity variation in Urban Vernacular English. Listed also as ENGL 1560. 3 s.h.

1560H. Language, Ethnicity, and Gender. Basic understanding of relations between ethnicity, gender, and speech style, distinguishing linguistics, sociolinguistics, and women’s issues. Examination of topics such as language, socialization, oral vs written language, language and class membership, and intra-ethnicity variation in Urban Vernacular English.  Listed also as ENGL 1560. 3 s.h.

2600. Intermediate. Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing a foreign language not regularly offered; knowledge of geography and daily life as well as appreciation of the culture. Students should achieve an intermediate-mid level of proficiency. Assignments in the LLRC.  Prereq.: FNLG 1550. 4 s.h.

2601. Advanced Intermediate. Intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing a foreign language not regularly offered; knowledge of geography and daily life as well as appreciation of the cultures of speakers of the language. Assignments in the LLRC as appropriate. Prereq.: FNLG 2600.  3 s.h.

2602. Advanced Intermediate 2. A distance learning class and a continuation of FNLG 2601 with intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing a foreign language not regularly offered.  Prereq.: FNLG 2601 in the same language. 3 s.h.

2605. Topics in Foreign Drama. Study of representative plays written in a language other than English (but read in English translation); examination of relevant critical theories and of historic and institutional factors affecting the development of the genre; special attention to ethical issues raised in the plays.  This course may not be repeated for credit. 3 s.h.

2610. Foreign Film. Study of representative films originally produced in a language other than English; examination of relevant critical theories and of historic and institutional factors affecting the development of the genre; special attention to cultural issues raised in the films. 3 s.h.

2615. Introduction to French Literature. A survey of the principal milestones of French literature, illustrated by reading representative works of various periods and parts of the Francophone world in their English translations. French majors must supplement this course by registering for FRNC 2608 during the same semester. This course is for non-French majors.  Prereq.: ENGL 1551. 3 s.h.

2660. Women in the Ancient World. Study of various aspects of the lives of women in Ancient Greece and Rome. Emphasis on examination and evaluation of primary sources. All readings are in English. 3 s.h.

2685. Topics in Russian Literature and Culture. Studies of selected authors, genres, or themes in Russian literature read in English translation. Topic is announced each time course is offered. May be repeated once for credit if topic is different. 3 s.h.

Upper-Division Courses

3701. Advanced Foreign Language 1. A distance learning class and a continuation of FNLG 2602 with intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in a foreign language not regularly offered. Prereq.: FNLG 2602 in the same language.  3 s.h.

3702. Advanced Foreign Language 2. A distance learning class and a continuation of FNLG 3701 with intensive training in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in a foreign language not regularly offered. Prereq.: FNLG 3701 in the same language.  3 s.h.

3799. Study Abroad in Foreign Language. An individually-arranged program of foreign study in a language not regularly offered. Programs can be of two general types: (1) trips or residential programs sponsored by consortial universities, and (2) independent academic coursework through institutions with which YSU does not have a consortial agreement.  A written statement detailing the student’s academic plan must be approved by the Chair of Foreign Languages and the Dean of CLASS prior to the trip. May be repeated up to a total of 15 s.h., if specific course content changes. Note: study abroad generally requires about one year’s advance planning.  Prereq.: sophomore status and approval of the Chair of Foreign Languages. 1-15 s.h.

4801. Methods of Foreign Language Teaching. Methods of teaching foreign languages (K-12) with emphasis on the Ohio model and the ACTFL guidelines; curricula planning, teaching technology, the rationale for foreign language study, public and professional relations. Elementary, middle school, or high school field experience. Prereq.: Upper-division status in BCOE and successful completion of at least one course at the 3700 level in FRNC, ITAL, SPAN, or GRMN. 3 s.h.

4899. Professional Development for Teachers. Students will 1) attend an appropriate professional conference and produce a journal detailing their experiences at the conference, and 2) assemble and present a portfolio of their previous language coursework to the faculty and other interested parties. Prereq.:  Permission of the Department Chair. 1 s.h.

5850. Sociolinguistics. An investigation of the relationship between language and society. Includes discussion of dialects and standard language, language planning, linguistic identity, multi- and bilingualism, class, gender, ethnicity, and social interaction. Listed also as ENGL 4850. Prereq.: ENGL 1551. 3 s.h.

5851. Language Acquisition. A study of research on the learning of first and second languages. Topics include developmental sequences, learner variables, critical periods and conditions for learning, and the roles of input and interaction. The course is designed for those planning to teach languages. Listed also as ENGL 4851. Prereq.: ENGL 1551. 3 s.h.