This is the first semester of a two-course sequence designed to start developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the Chinese-speaking world and develop intercultural communicative competence. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice mid proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in Chinese while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

This is the second semester of a two-course sequence designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the Chinese-speaking world. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice high proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in Chinese while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

Designed for students with some previous experience with Chinese, this is an accelerated course that combines Chinese 111 and 112 in one semester. The fast-paced course develops the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the Chinese-speaking world. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice high proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in Chinese while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

In this course students advance their intercultural communicative competence as they deepen their understanding of the diverse cultures of the Chinese-speaking world and develop intermediate low language proficiency in Chinese. Students engage with the language in various individual, class, and group activities that reach beyond the classroom as they explore their own and others' cultures and create a portfolio. The curriculum incorporates coursework and community connections that strengthen cultural knowledge and communicative proficiency in Chinese, while continuing to explore the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

In this course students develop their intercultural citizenship as they deepen their understanding of the diverse cultures of the Chinese-speaking world and develop intermediate mid language proficiency in Chinese. Students engage with the language in various individual, class, and group activities that reach beyond the classroom, as they explore their own and others' cultures and create a portfolio. The curriculum incorporates coursework and community connections that strengthen cultural knowledge and communicative proficiency in Chinese, while continuing to explore the benefits of bilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

In this course, students demonstrate their intercultural communicative competence, understanding of the diverse cultures of the Chinese-speaking world, and language proficiency in Chinese through a professional portfolio highlighting a variety of professional language experiences and updated resumes. Students reflect on the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives. Previous or concurrent enrollment in Chinese 212 with C+ or higher.

CHIN 311 is designed to help students who have completed two years of Chinese acquire advanced knowledge of the language, improve reading comprehension skills, and further develop the students' overall proficiency in speaking and writing through reading and discussion of a variety of topics related to Chinese contemporary society and culture. Students will also be presented with language tasks such as reading Chinese literature, current newspaper articles and stories, presenting reports, debating current issues, writing summaries and opinions, and doing grammatical exercises.

Advanced Writing and Converstaion is designed to help students who have completed two years of Chinese acquire advanced knowledge of the language with focus to enhance the students' oral proficiency and further develop their writing skills through reading and discussion of a variety of topics related to Chinese contemporary society and culture. Students will also be presented with language tasks such as reading Chinese literature, current newspaper articles and stories; presenting reports debating current issues; writing summaries and opinions and doing grammatical exercises.

Students develop greater understanding of global political, social, economic, and environmental issues through intensive study of authentic target language materials. Through projects, papers, presentations, and opportunities to collaborate with native speakers, participants develop intercultural communicative competence and target-language proficiency. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Intermediate or Advanced proficiency in the target language required.

Courses covering various topics of interest in this particular discipline are offered regularly. Contact program chair for more information.

Selected topics inherent in Chinese society. Students in this class will apply the language skills they have acquired to explore and analyze topics and phenomena associated with Chinese society. Topics will focus on history, film, literature, or linguistics. Repeat credit is allowed for varying topics.

This course is intended to provide students of modern languages with opportunities to teach and study the language of their choice at the Concordia Language Villages. Prerequisite for acceptance: at least two years of coursework or the equivalent in the language. The final decision on acceptance into this course is based on mutual agreement of both Concordia language department faculty and Concordia Language Villages faculty concerning both the student and the project. A total maximum equivalent of two full courses from 390 and 395 may be counted toward graduation.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct in-depth study of a particular topic under the direct supervision of a faculty member. Contact the program chair for more information.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct research in a specific area of study, completed under the direction of a faculty mentor. Specific expectations of the research experience to be determined by the faculty. Repeatable for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

This is the first semester of a two-course sequence designed to start developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the French-speaking world and develop intercultural communicative competence. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice mid proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in French while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

This is the second semester of a two-course sequence designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the French-speaking world. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice high proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in French while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

Designed for students with some previous experience with French, this is an accelerated course that combines French 111 and 112 in one semester. The fast-paced course develops the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the French-speaking world. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice high proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in French while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

In this course students advance their intercultural communicative competence as they deepen their understanding of the diverse cultures of the French-speaking world and develop intermediate low language proficiency in French. Students engage with the language in various individual, class, and group activities that reach beyond the classroom as they explore their own and others' cultures and create a portfolio. The curriculum incorporates coursework and community connections that strengthen cultural knowledge and communicative proficiency in French, while continuing to explore the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

In this course students develop their intercultural citizenship as they deepen their understanding of the diverse cultures of the French-speaking world and develop intermediate mid language proficiency in French. Students engage with the language in various individual, class, and group activities that reach beyond the classroom, as they explore their own and others' cultures and create a portfolio. The curriculum incorporates coursework and community connections that strengthen cultural knowledge and communicative proficiency in French, while continuing to explore the benefits of bilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

This course, taught in English, enables students without a background in French language or in French literature to share in this rich heritage. The primary goal of the course is the appreciation and enjoyment of fine literature. The masterpieces selected, beginning with a few legends and farces of the Middles Ages, trace the evolution of social, religious, political and economic aspects of the French civilization.

Designed to prepare the student for a meaningful period of study and travel in the Francophone world, this course is required as preparation for FREN 300 - May Seminar and is required of students preparing for certification by the Minnesota Board of Teaching.

Designed to prepare the student for a meaningful period of study and travel in France, this course is required as preparation for FREN 300 - May Seminar and is required of students preparing for certification by the Minnesota Board of Teaching.

In this course, students demonstrate their intercultural communicative competence, understanding of the diverse cultures of the French-speaking world, and language proficiency in French through a professional portfolio highlighting a variety of professional language experiences and updated resumes. Students reflect on the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives. Previous or concurrent enrollment in French 212 with C+ or higher.

In this asynchronous, self-paced course, learners study topics related to Francophone cultures and the French language. Students may take this course multiple times to improve and refine their language skills and cultural knowledge. Students complete an external assessment of their proficiency level, providing them an internationally-recognized credential for future employers.

This course, taught in English, examines the health, history, and culture of Southeast Asian Francophone countries to understand how these facets work together to impact the mentality and present-day situation in the target country/countries. Interviews with natives from the target culture enhance understanding of how language, culture, history, and health practices inform identity. Work on global health practices and perspectives lends to the interdisciplinary nature of this course.

This course is designed to develop students' ability to organize clearly and communicate effectively in French their own knowledge and ideas, as well as the meaning of cultural texts dealing with France. Students are assisted in transferring grammatical concepts to practical communication skills through oral and written practice. In addition to class meetings on Monday, Wednesday and Friday, students also work with the French native assistant for small-group discussions and projects, usually on Tuesday and Thursday at an agreed upon time. Students will also discover the world of children and adolescent literature. Prerequisite:

This course, taught in English, examines Francophone texts from a variety of media to understand better the impact of power, racial, gender, and economic relationships on the French-speaking world from a historical/contemporary perspective. We cover Africa, the Americas, Asia and Europe. This course counts toward the global studies, women & gender studies, and international business programs. Students may apply this course to fulfill either the humanities or world language core designation, but not both.

This is a survey of the history and development of French civilization and of the Francophone world. The course, and all work, is conducted in French. Students may apply this course to fulfill either the humanities or world language core designation, but not both.

This course is designed for students interested in understanding the sound system of French. Students will learn the International Phonetic Alphabet and the standard pronunciation of the phonetic symbols in French. Using these symbols, they will learn to improve their own pronunciation and comprehension of spoken French. In addition, students will be introduced to the history and geography of the French language, examine linguistic issues in French that derive from its Latin heritage with Germanic influence, and linguistic issues of the Francophone world today. This course is required in order to meet the Minnesota Board of Teaching standards for K-8 and K-12 licensures.

This course introduces students to understanding identity issues through the analysis of contemporary films by Sub-Saharan Francophone and Caribbean directors: viewing African experience through African eyes.

Intended for students interested in using French in the workplace, the course concentrates on understanding French business culture and practices and economics. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

Students develop greater understanding of global political, social, economic, and environmental issues through intensive study of authentic target language materials. Through projects, papers, presentations, and opportunities to collaborate with native speakers, participants develop intercultural communicative competence and target-language proficiency. Intermediate or Advanced proficiency in the target language required.

Courses covering various topics of interest in this particular discipline are offered regularly. Contact department or program chair for more information.

This course is intended to provide students of modern languages with opportunities to teach and study the language of their choice at the Concordia Language Villages. Prerequisite for acceptance: at least two years of course work or the equivalent in the language. The final decision on acceptance into this course is based on mutual agreement of both Concordia language department faculty and Concordia Language Village faculty concerning both the student and the project. A total maximum equivalent of two full courses from 390 and 395 may be counted toward graduation.

This course introduces students to literature through poetry from throughout the French-speaking world. Students will develop analytical skills, an understanding of the development of literature and an appreciation of the impact of culture on literature. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

This study of the French theatre from its origin in the Middle Ages to the present places emphasis on the classical theatre. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

Students examine the development of prose writing in the French-speaking world in its various forms from the Middle Ages to the present. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

This course is designed for students who have completed a study abroad experience such as the May Seminar or a practicum or who have completed another upper-division French course. This course will clarify grammar and syntax issues, as well as improve writing skills.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct in-depth study of a particular topic under the supervision of a faculty member. Contact the department or program chair for more information.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct research in a specific area of study, completed under the direction of a faculty mentor. Specific expectations of the research experience to be determined by the faculty. Repeatable for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

The practicum is a living and learning experience in France generally lasting at least two months, but which may be extended over a longer period of time. The student lives with selected families in France and completes written assignments. The practicum may be arranged for either the summer or a portion of the school year.

This is the first semester of a two-course sequence designed to start developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the German-speaking world and develop intercultural communicative competence. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice mid proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in Germany while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

This is the second semester of a two-course sequence designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the German-speaking world. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice high proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in German while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

Designed for students with some previous experience with German, this is an accelerated course that combines German 111 and 112 in one semester. The fast-paced course develops the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the German-speaking world. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice high proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in German while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

In this course students advance their intercultural communicative competence as they deepen their understanding of the diverse culture of the German-speaking world and develop intermediate low language proficiency in German. Students engage with the language in various individual, class, and group activities that reach beyond the classroom as they explore their own and others' cultures and create a portfolio. The curriculum incorporates coursework and community connections that strengthen cultural knowledge and communicative proficiency in German, while continuing to explore the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

In this course students develop their intercultural citizenship as they deepen their understanding of the diverse cultures of the German-speaking world and develop intermediate mid language proficiency in German. Students engage with the language in various individual, class, and group activities that reach beyond the classroom, as they explore their own and others' cultures and create a portfolio. The curriculum incorporates coursework and community connections that strengthen cultural knowledge and communicative proficiency in German, while continuing to explore the benefits of bilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

In this course students advance their intercultural citizenship and communicative competence as they deepen their understanding of the diverse cultures of the German-speaking world and develop intermediate mid language proficiency in German. Students engage with the language in a various individual, class, and group activities that reach beyond the classroom as they explore their own and others' cultures and create a portfolio. The curriculum incorporates coursework and community connections that strengthen cultural knowledge and communicative proficiency in German, while continuing to explore the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

Five-week immersion program in Wittenberg, Germany, which includes content-based language instruction, homestays, and excursions to historical and cultural centers.

College credit course offered at Concordia Language Villages for advanced high school juniors and seniors. Discussion of contemporary issues in Germany since the events of November 1989 and the unification of Germany.

Designed to prepare students to participate on May Seminar through in-depth discussion of main focus and practical tips on getting around overseas, including the most appropriate travel vocabulary and insight into the countries and cultures to be visited. Students begin a research project that will be completed as part of GER 300 - May Seminar.

In this course, students demonstrate their intercultural communicative competence, understanding of the diverse cultures of the German-speaking world, and language proficiency in German through a professional portfolio highlighting a variety of professional language experiences and updated resumes. Students reflect on the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives. Previous or concurrent enrollment in German 212 with C+ or higher.

A thorough review of German grammar and the opportunity to apply that understanding to writing, speaking and reading. In preparation for advanced courses, a longer work is read and used as the basis for discussion and various forms of writing, as well as a springboard for learning effective vocabulary acquisition techniques.

Broad overview of the cultural development of German-speaking countries from the very beginnings through 1848. Particular emphasis given to artistic, linguistic, architectural and historical trends from which current German culture and society has evolved. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

An overview of German, Austrian, and Swiss geography, recent history, politics, economy, and society. Discussion of the role of the German-speaking countries in the EU and of current social issues, including, education, social welfare, environmentalism, immigration, and right-wing extremism. Conducted in German.

Basics of textual analysis through both literature and film, in theory and practice, and an overview of major periods and genres. Main emphasis is placed on developing a critical understanding and appreciation of literary works and films through close reading or sequence analysis, classroom discussion, and written assignments. Students will be introduced to German scholarship and research methods.

Thorough review of German grammar and pronunciation including extensive exercises. Includes basic descriptive linguistics (morphology, syntax, phonetics, phonology, sociolinguistics). Required for world language teaching licensure in German.

Consideration of the way in which German-speaking countries have influenced other national cultures. Themes vary. Only 4 credits may count toward major. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

An interdisciplinary collaboration between the German Department and the Music Department that focuses on the cultural history of the Romantic era with special consideration of the poets and poetry with the great musicians of the time, Schubert, Schumann and others, chosen for their compositions. Students perform for each other in Salon Evenings, much as young people in the 19th Century did. An exploration course to Vienna is offered as part of the course.

This English-language course will focus on sustainability in public discourse in Germany, past and present. Historical overview of the exploitation of natural resources in Germany, followed by examination of contemporary environmental issues. Counts toward German or environmental and sustainability studies majors. Readings in German required only for German credit.

Students develop greater understanding of global political, social, economic, and environmental issues through intensive study of authentic target language materials. Through projects, papers, presentations, and opportunities to collaborate with native speakers, participants develop intercultural communicative competence and target-language proficiency. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Intermediate or Advanced proficiency in the target language required.

Courses covering various topics of interest in this particular discipline are offered regularly. Contact department or program chair for more information.

This course is intended to provide students of modern languages with opportunities to teach and study the language of their choice at the Concordia Language Villages. Prerequisite for acceptance: at least two years of course work or the equivalent in the language. The final decision on acceptance into this course is based on mutual agreement of both Concordia language department faculty and Concordia Language Village faculty concerning both the student and the project. A total maximum equivalent of two full courses from 390 and 395 may be counted toward graduation.

Investigation into topics which affect the society of the German-speaking world. Topics may include, but are not limited to, the EU, environment and sustainability, the Third Reich, witchcraft, and the History of Jews in German-speaking Europe. This course can also count towards the Global Studies Program.

Investigation into topics of cultural history in the German-speaking world. Topics may include, but are not limited to, Baroque Literature and Art, The Art Song, The Faust Tradition, Worpswede, and Reformation Art. This course can also count towards the Global Studies Program.

Examines German literature with a focus on literary movements, genres, and representative works from major authors. Special attention given to sociohistorical contexts. The course will be conducted in German and English online with synchronous virtual classroom and threaded discussion forums. Students may take the course in English only or with German-language component.

Special topics in literature and film, including the History of German Film, Films by German Women, New German Cinema, and Films of the Weimar Republic and the Third Reich. This course can also count toward the global studies program, the film studies program, and the women's and gender studies program.

Students on semester and year-long programs reflect upon their many experiences in an online blog and relate these experiences to an issue of global significance. Topics for this blog will be worked out between the instructor and the student and should reflect their everyday experiences. These entries form the basis of a more directed and polished paper on a topic of interest that deals with a global issue.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct in-depth study of a particular topic under the supervision of a faculty member. Contact the department or program chair for more information.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct research in a specific area of study, completed under the direction of a faculty mentor. Specific expectations of the research experience to be determined by the faculty. Repeatable for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

Opportunity to earn college credit for exploration of various aspects of German-speaking culture and society. The practicum may be arranged for either the summer or the school year. Approval by the German department is required before departure.

This course is designed to introduce students to the field of Latin American Studies, discuss key contemporary issues, understand the historical roots of Latin American dilemmas and challenges, and explore the political implications for development and democracy in Latin America. The course includes journal keeping, group discussions, oral presentations and lectures presented by various experts.

An analytical approach to reciprocal interactions between the United States and Latin America. Key historical events and themes will be highlighted, such as territorial expansion, security needs, economic interests, political issues, domestic policies, drug trafficking, immigration, and cultural expressions. Original documents created in both regions will add to a more balanced view of different dimensions of this relationship. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

Using a comparative and multidisciplinary focus, this course will examine issues pertinent to the Mexican-American border. Major topics include immigration, history of the border States (focusing in the state of Texas), Chicano culture and language, gender roles, family life, work and issues affecting ethnic identity.

Courses covering various topics of interest in this particular discipline are offered regularly. Contact department chair for more information.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct in-depth study of a particular topic under the supervision of a faculty member. Contact the department chair for more information.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct research in a specific area of study, completed under the direction of a faculty mentor. Specific expectations of the research experience to be determined by the faculty. Repeatable for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

This is the first semester of a two-course sequence designed to start developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the Spanish-speaking world and develop intercultural communicative competence. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice mid proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in Spanish while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

This is the second semester of a two-course sequence designed to develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the Spanish-speaking world. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice high proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in Spanish while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

Designed for students with some previous experience with Spanish, this is an accelerated course that combines Spanish 111 and 112 in one semester. The fast-paced course develops the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to communicate effectively with people from the diverse countries of the Spanish-speaking world. At the end of the course, students will demonstrate novice high proficiency through engagement in various individual, class, and group activities exploring their own and others' cultures. The curriculum builds cultural background knowledge and communicative proficiency in Spanish while exploring the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

In this course students advance their intercultural communicative competence as they deepen their understanding of the diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world and develop intermediate low language proficiency in Spanish. Students engage with the language in various individual, class, and group activities that reach beyond the classroom as they explore their own and others' cultures and create a portfolio. The curriculum incorporates coursework and community connections that strengthen cultural knowledge and communicative proficiency in Spanish, while continuing to explore the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

In this course students develop their intercultural citizenship as they deepen their understanding of the diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world and develop intermediate mid language proficiency in Spanish. Students engage with the language in various individual, class, and group activities that reach beyond the classroom, as they explore their own and others' cultures and create a portfolio. The curriculum incorporates coursework and community connections that strengthen cultural knowledge and communicative proficiency in Spanish, while continuing to explore the benefits of bilingualism in students' personal and professional lives.

College credit course offered at Concordia Language Villages for advanced high school juniors and seniors, focusing on the historical antecedents that influenced contemporary culture and civilization, exploring political, social and artistic developments affecting the image of nations and reality of governments in modern Latin America.

This course, an overview of the cultures and geography of Latin America, is designed to prepare students for a meaningful experience of travel and learning in Spanish-speaking countries. Students will begin a research project in their individual area of interest to be completed with follow-up research in Latin America. Appropriate travel vocabulary is also reviewed. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

In this course, students demonstrate their intercultural communicative competence, understanding of the diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world, and language proficiency in Spanish through a professional portfolio highlighting a variety of professional language experiences and updated resumes. Students reflect on the benefits of multilingualism in students personal and professional lives. Previous or concurrent enrollment in Spanish 212 with a C+ or higher.

This course can also count toward the global studies program.

A study of specific Spanish Grammar topics applied to different formats of writing in Spanish, such as descriptions, journalistic chronicles, narrative essays, literary criticism, among others. Each of these formats will allow students to explore grammatical nuances in order to increase accuracy in oral and written expression in the Spanish language.

This course focuses on developing conversational skills. Language and culture are integrated through a variety of stimulating activities. Through Spanish-language films, students will learn about social, political, economic and cultural issues that have shaped the identity of Hispanic countries. Oral assignments include speeches, debates, discussions and peer teaching, as well as a weekend immersion experience at Concordia Language Villages. Students may apply this course to fulfill either the humanities or world language core designation, but not both.

A survey of major works from both Spanish and Latin American writers, this course introduces students to basic methods of literary analysis and various critical approaches to the study of narrative fiction, poetry and drama. Students may apply this course to fulfill either the arts or world language core designation, but not both.

A course designed for students interested in using Spanish for a business-related career. Cross-cultural management skills, international economic trends and international marketing theory appropriate to the Hispanic business world are emphasized. This course must be completed prior to the semester abroad internship in Mexico City. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

An introduction to the theory, methods, techniques and challenges encountered in translation from English to Spanish and Spanish to English. Contextualized Translation of documents and reports related to professions and academic disciplines form a major component of the course.

Designed for students who have health-related majors or minors, this course addresses the need of health care providers to understand the language and culture of the patients with whom they come in contact. Students learn about medical terminology as well as ethics as practiced in the U.S. and in Spanish-speaking countries.

The objective of this course is to develop speaking skills in Spanish in both formal and informal discourse. Formal, precise speech is practiced through mock trials. Informal speech is practiced in conversation, debates and other class activities.

A study of Spain's rich cultural and artistic heritage and political development from prehistoric times to the present. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

Focusing on Latin America's culture and civilizations, this course analyzes the shaping of these countries, including contributions made by different ethnic groups, the road to independence, internal and external conflicts, the search for identity, and major achievements. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

Students develop greater understanding of global political, social, economic, and environmental issues through intensive study of authentic target language materials. Through projects, papers, presentations, and opportunities to collaborate with native speakers, participants develop intercultural communicative competence and target-language proficiency. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Intermediate or Advanced proficiency in the target language required.

Courses covering various topics of interest in this particular discipline are offered regularly. Contact department chair for more information.

Offered as part of the fall semester program in Segovia, Spain, this course examines a series of moral and ethical questions raised by modern Spanish history, from the Spanish Civil War and a study of the ideologies in conflict, the participation of American volunteers in the Abraham Lincoln Brigade, U.S. government policy during the war, aspects of the 36-year dictatorship of General Francisco Franco, population movements, the political assassination of Franco's hand-picked successor, Basque nationalism and ETA terrorism (the latter of which originated during the Franco regime), to the Spain after the transition to democracy, the Spain of the European Union and the global world. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

This course is intended to provide students of modern languages with opportunities to teach and study the language of their choice at the Concordia Language Villages. Prerequisite for acceptance: at least two years of course work or the equivalent in the language. The final decision on acceptance into this course is based on mutual agreement of both Concordia language department faculty and Concordia Language Village faculty concerning both the student and the project. A total maximum equivalent of two full courses from 390 and 395 may be counted toward graduation.

Selected topics whose main focus is a thorough understanding and interpretation of literary, cultural, historical, and societal factors that give shape to Latin America. Concentration could be on a period, a literary genre, a literary movement, a thematic unit, representative texts, representative authors or an author in particular. Repeat credit is allowed for varying topics. This course can also count toward the global studies program.

Selected topics addressing the nature and complexity of thought, aesthetics, and social reality in any period of Spanish history, as exemplified by a particular group of literary texts. All activities conducted in Spanish. Topics could focus on a selected genre or period, a major literary figure, a canonical work, a theme or a Spanish play performance, including the study of dramatic literature related to the play to be performed. Repeat credit is allowed for varying topics. This course can also count towards the global studies program.

A study of contemporary Spanish and Latin American women writers with emphasis on feminist literary theory. This course can also count toward the Women and Gender Studies Program.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct in-depth study of a particular topic under the supervision of a faculty member. Contact the department chair for more information.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct research in a specific area of study, completed under the direction of a faculty mentor. Specific expectations of the research experience to be determined by the faculty. Repeatable for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.

A living and learning experience in a Spanish-speaking country characterized by living with native speakers, typically a host family, and participating in the culture through study and/or volunteer work. A journal and final project are required.

Designed for students with little or no previous knowledge of the language, this course reinforces the four acquisition skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing across all modes of communication. It also develops intercultural communicative competence as students get to know the cultures, history, and peoples who speak the target language around the world and in the United States.

Designed for students with some previous study of the target language, experience in the target language-speaking country, or study of another language, this course develops existing language skills to form a solid foundation of the target language and target language-speaking cultures. Students learn to communicate in the target language and about different target language-speaking cultures to develop greater intercultural competence.

In this course, students demonstrate their intercultural communicative competence, understanding of the diverse cultures of the [language]-speaking world, and language proficiency in [language] through a professional portfolio highlighting a variety of professional language experiences and updated resumes. Students reflect on the benefits of multilingualism in students' personal and professional lives. Previous or concurrent enrollment in [LANG] 212 with C+ or higher.

This course, taught in English, examines Francophone texts from a variety of media to understand better the impact of power, racial, gender, and economic relationships on the French-speaking world from a historical/contemporary perspective. We cover Africa, the Americas, Asia and Europe. This course counts toward the global studies, women & gender studies, and international business programs.

Students develop greater understanding of global political, social, economic, and environmental issues through intensive study of authentic target language materials. Through projects, papers, presentations, and opportunities to collaborate with native speakers, participants develop intercultural communicative competence and target-language proficiency. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Intermediate or Advanced proficiency in the target language required.

Courses covering various topics of interest in this particular discipline are offered regularly. Contact department chair for more information.

A coop experience spending four weeks immersed in a language and culture not regularly taught on campus. Students serve as unpaid interns assisting the staff while learning the language. The dean of the specific village and a Concordia faculty member with some connection to the language will supervise the experience.

Examines German literature with a focus on literary movements, genres, and representative works from major authors. Special attention given to sociohistorical contexts. The course will be conducted in German and English online with synchronous virtual classroom and threaded discussion forums. Students may take the course in English only or with German-language component.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct in-depth study of a particular topic under the supervision of a faculty member. Contact the department chair for more information.

This course provides an opportunity for individual students to conduct research in a specific area of study, completed under the direction of a faculty mentor. Specific expectations of the research experience to be determined by the faculty. Repeatable for credit. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.