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HIST 0273 - Labor & Economic History
This course focuses on economic and labor issues and their impact on American society from 1870 to today. In an unusual approach, we begin with the present and work backwards in time, exploring the complex history behind the economics issues and debates that face your generation. Topics include the rise and fall of the American middle class, the Industrial Revolution (economic impact, major unions, strikes, and labor leaders), Progressive era “trust busting,” causes and consequences of the Great Depression, the post WWII economic boom, 1960s War on Poverty, fair trade debates, and changes in the domestic and global economies since 1970 and their impact on workers’ rights. A key objective is to provide basic “economic literacy.” Students are introduced to key economic concepts and learn to critically analyze economic data and statistics. For history education majors, this course fulfills your economics requirement and also counts as an elective.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
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HIST 0275 - African-American History and Civil Rights Since 1865
Credits: 3
The course examines African-American history from the Civil War to the present, focusing on the modern Civil Rights Movement (1950s-70s) as one of the most significant events in U.S. history. Topics include: origins of segregation, rise of Jim Crow, early civil rights organizations, Harlem Renaissance, impact of the Great Depression and WWII, and a detailed analysis of the Civil Rights Movement and current civil rights issues.
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HIST 0281 - Museum Studies & Historic Site Interpretation
Credits: 3
The goal of this course is to establish the theoretical and practical foundation for students interested in pursuing future work and studies in history museums and historic sites. Lectures, class activities, and field trips will introduce students to current practices and debates in the field. Topics include the social, economic, and political context that shapes history museums; the role and purpose of historic sites; the collection,preservation and display of historical artefacts; best practices in exhibition design, interpretation, public programming and governance. Other topics include: living history,digital history,collection practices, exhibit design, and career pathways. Through field projects, students will use their research and writing skills to develop exhibits, tours and public programming for area museums and historic sites.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0285 - Public History : Theory & Practice
Credits: 3
Public history involves the interpretation of the past in public spaces. Public historians work in museums, historic homes, national parks, archives, historical societies, and government agencies. Public historians are constantly grappling with difficult issues. Whose history do we document and preserve? How should we talk about potentially controversial topics in an exhibit? How do we make history exciting and meaningful to the many Americans who have been taught to believe that history is simply a compilation of very dry and boring facts? This course is intended to blend theory and practice to provide an overview of the evolution of public history as a field as well as explore contemporary challenges. We examine the practical concerns that confront public historians as they interpret the past; investigate key controversies involved in creating public exhibits and memorials in a multicultural society; and examine the relationship between history and popular memory.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0294 - Internship - Historical Journal of Massachusetts
Credits: 1-6
Students will become familiar with the process of producing a scholarly historical journal. They will develop skills in writing, proofreading, editing, research, design, publicity, and general office work. They will become familiar with the various styles of historical writing used in different historical journals. other duties may include: attending history event and conferences, visiting museums and historic sites, researching books for review, and locating historical images. Routine office work includes photocopying, mailing books, assisting with mailings, and correspondence. 1-6 credits. A maximum of 3 internship credits may be applied to the 18 credit History major electives.
Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing. GPA 3.00
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HIST 0306 - U.S. Immigration History
Credits: 3
This course examines the history of immigration from the colonial era to the 1980s. The idea that the United States is a “nation of immigrants” is one of the fundamental premises of American history and popular culture. Yet immigrants have faced numerous challenges and nativist (anti-immigrant) movements have been powerful throughout U.S. history. This class will explore how immigrants have been treated differently because of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, “disability” status, as well as other “identity markers”. Lectures and texts will survey the unique experiences of different immigrant groups (African, Asian, European, and Latino) and examine the interactions between immigrants and the nation.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0310 - Special Topics in U.S. History
Credits: 3
Topics relate to the history of the specific time period or theme (ex. political, social, cultural, ethnic, or religious history). 300-level special topics courses have a heavier reading load and require more independent work and writing than assigned in 200-level courses. Courses may be taken 3 times for major credit.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0311 - Modern Civil Rights Movements 1945 – Present
Credits: 3
This course offers an analysis of a wide range of civil rights movements, including African-American, Native American, Chicano/Puerto Rican, gay and lesbian, and prisoner’s rights. Other minority groups may also be included. Readings examine the key leaders, organizations and philosophies associated with each movement. The impact of racism, discrimination, prejudice, and homophobia on contemporary society will also be explored.
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HIST 0312 - U.S. Disability History:Constructing Disability,Difference, and Citizenship
Credits: 3
This course explores the major themes, groups, individuals, and events concerning American disability history, from the pre-colonial period to the present. Students will investigate the lives of persons with disabilities, the ever changing definitions of disability, and public and private institutional responses to disability. Students will consider how perceptions of ‘disability’ and ‘normalcy’ have been socially-culturally constructed and reformulated throughout U.S. history from colonial times to the present.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0313 - U.S. Popular Culture History
Credits: 3
This course will examine the historical origins and political implications of American popular culture from the mid-1800s to present, such as dime novels, vaudeville, film, radio, music, television, sports, comic books, animation, advertisements, fashion, the Internet, and other modern mediums. Students will critically analyze how the relationships between entertainment, consumerism, and societal values and norms have changed and remained constant throughout U.S. history. the historical intersections between popular culture and race, ethnicity, class, gender, sexuality, age, and religion will be given particular attention.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
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HIST 0350 - Senior Seminar: Early American History
Credits: 3
An in-depth research and/or reading experience in early American history, building upon the student’s background and interests. The course will include discussion, criticism by classmates, and analysis by the instructor.
Prerequisites: Two 0200-level courses in the field or the equivalent.
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HIST 0352 - The American Revolutionary Era and the Early Republic, 1763-1815
Credits: 3
This course explores the background and causes of the American Revolution, the military, social, political, and diplomatic aspect of the Revolution. The government under the Articles of Confederation and the drafting of the United States Constitution will be examined as well as problems faced by the new nation. Topics include the emergence of political parties, the evolution of the three branches of government, and Jeffersonian America.
Prerequisites: HIST 0131 .
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HIST 0357 - The Civil War and Reconstruction, 1845 – 1877
Credits: 3
This course examines the nature of American Slavery, Abolitionist Movement, causes and course of the war, soldiers’ experiences, Emancipation, hopes and dreams of the freed slaves, successes and failures of Reconstruction, betrayal of African-American civil rights, the rise of segregation, lynching, and Jim Crow.
Prerequisites: HIST 0131
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HIST 0359 - Cold War Era, 1945-1990
Credits: 3
This course will examine the Cold War Era of American history from 1945-1990. Students will trace the ideological and military roots of the Cold War, multiple confrontations and proxy wars stemming from the larger conflict, and the cessation of hostilities between the U.S. and Russia circa 1990. In addition, the course will cover interconnected domestic anxiety and cultural shifts in the United States, anti-communism and McCarthyism, political movements and reactions, and the diplomatic implications for the present.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0362 - Native American History
Credits: 3
This course will provide students with an examination and analysis of the history of native Americans in the United States, through the early twentieth century with brief discussion of native history in the modern era. The class will also investigate the origins of human habitation in north America, the significant cultural exchanges that occurred, various tribal histories and the growing interactions between native people and the various new arrivals (Spanish, French, English, etc…) on the continent of North America.
Prerequisites: HIST 0131 and HIST 0132 .
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HIST 0113 - World History to 1600
Credits: 3
Survey of the origins and development of civilizations from prehistory to the 16th century with an emphasis on Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. Examines the religious, cultural, political, economic and intellectual characteristics of numerous societies and civilizations. Students will gain insight into the historical roots of the world’s major cultural and religious traditions and their impact on today’s world.
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HIST 0114 - Modern World History
Credits: 3
Survey of global history from the 16th to 21st centuries with an emphasis on Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. Examines political, cultural, religious, and scientific developments as well as imperialism, colonialism, modern revolutions, world wars, and the ideological, economic, and technological foundations of the modern world. Students will gain insight into the historical roots of many current global conflicts and issues.
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HIST 0215 - Introduction to the Middle East, Africa and Asia
Credits: 3
This course uses primary sources, biography, short novels, and film to engage students in learning and discussion about the Middle East, Africa and Asia. Topics include the historical method, Arab-Islamic civilization, imperialism and colonialism; Africa’s “triple heritage” indigenous customs, Islam, and interaction with the West; women’s movements) and Buddhism. Themes include social, political, and economic organization, religion, gender, resistance movements, globalization and comparative analysis.
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HIST 0267 - Sports in World History
Credits: 3
This course explores the origin and development of organized sport from antiquity to the present. Organized sport is one of the most important inventions of human civilizations. How people compete tells us a lot about what they believe about themselves and about the meaning of human existence. People play as they live and live as they play. We examine case studies from Greece, Rome, Medieval Europe, and modern America and conclude with modern, global soccer.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0276 - Latin America to 1800
Credits: 3
This course offers a broad survey of Latin American history. Topics include: native cultures and civilizations; impact of Spanish and European colonialism; the role of the Catholic Church; slavery and race relations; political , economic, and social patters of development: and cultural achievements.
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HIST 0277 - Latin America Since 1800
Credits: 3
This course examines broad themes in modern Latin American history. Topics include: independence movements; political economics, and social patters of development; the Mexican Revolution and its legacy; the role of the military in Latin America; human rights struggles; and the impact of U.S. foreign policy. Special focus on Mexico, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Columbia, Cuba and selected Caribbean and Central American countries.
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HIST 0278 - Women in Latin America
Credits: 3
This course examines the lives of women in Latin America from the colonial period to the present, specifically exploring the intersections of class, nation or nationality, race, ethnicity, and gender. The lives of specific, iconic women such as Eva Peron or Rigoberta Menchu, will be examined as well as the lives of everyday women, as they confront a variety of historical circumstances, for instance, industrialization, urbanization, political repression, globalization, and revolutionary movements This course will study women’s experiences, roles and interests in the broader context of Latin American history.
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HIST 0279 - Latin American Revolutions
Credits: 3
An exploration of a variety of Latin American revolutions from independence in the early 1800’s to the present to understand how evolutionary movement emerge, why people choose to participate in those movements, and how counter-revolutions emerge. This course examines how factors like race, class, gender, and ethnicity impact revolutionary movements. Case studies will be drawn from a variety of Latin American contexts, such as Haiti, Mexico, Cuba and Nicaragua, so that students may look comparatively at this divers and complex region.
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HIST 0280 - Topics in Latin American History
Credits: 3
Topics relate to the history of a specific Latin American country, empire, geographical region, time period, or theme. Examples might be: Caribbean History, Modern Mexico, Indigenous People. Course may be taken 3 times for major credit.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0283 - Themes in African History
Credits: 3
Major themes include: slavery; colonialism; Islam in Africa; modernization theory; resistance and independence movements; women’s experiences; U. S. foreign policy; and Africa in the 21st century. These themes are explored in comparative context using select countries in southern Africa, west Africa, central and east Africa as case studies. Through historical documents, literature, maps, oral histories, and film, students acquire a grounding in African history.
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HIST 0284 - Topics in African History
Credits: 3
Topics relate to the history of a specific African country, empire,geographical region, time period, or theme. Examples might be: West African Empires, Independence Movements, Religion in African History. Course may be taken 3 time for major credit.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0286 - Traditional Asia to 1700
Credits: 3
A study of the historical and cultural foundations of China, Korea, India, and Japan including their dynastic developments until the eighteenth century.
Prerequisites: HIST 0101 or HIST 0113 .
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HIST 0287 - Asia Since 1700
Credits: 3
Western contacts with Asia beginning with the eighteenth century, emphasizing the Chinese world view in the History of Asia, including the emergence of Modern China and Japan.
Prerequisites: HIST 0101 or HIST 0113 .
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HIST 0288 - Topics in Asian History
Credits: 3
Topics relate to the history of a specific Asian country, empire, geographical region, time period, or theme. Examples might be: Modern China, Introduction to Japanese History, Early Civilizations in Asia. Course maybe be taken 3 times for major credit.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0289 - Topics in Middle Eastern History
Credits: 3
Topics relate to the history of a specific Middle Eastern country, empire, geographical region, time period, or theme. Examples might be: Modern Iran, the Ottoman Empire, 20th Century Middle East. Course may be taken 3 times for major credit.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0292 - Crisis in the Middle East
Credits: 3
Explores current developments and the historical roots of conflict in the Middle East, focusing on Palestine, Egypt, Turkey, Jordan, Iraq, Lebanon, and more. Topics include: Arab-Islamic civilizations; imperialism and colonialism; nationalism; women’s movements; economic globalization; research methods; art, literature, dance and music. This course provides a basis for understanding the critical historical developments of our times. Sources include primary and secondary literature, film, and photography.
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HIST 0295 - Internship - Global Women’s History Project
Credits: 1-3
The Global Women’s History Project brings women from the Middle East, Africa, and Asia together with women from the U.S. to interact with WSU students, faculty, staff and surrounding communities, through presentations, workshops, multi-media events, and World Café. Interns will learn and be involved in all aspects of carrying out a conference, will interact closely with invited guests, and will participate in outings with other interns at lectures, concerns, and grassroots organizations relevant to our topics. Interns will learn about feminist praxis (theory and action), research women’s history and become informed about regions of the world addressed, including history and women’s organizations. Routine office work will also be a regular of this position. 1-3 credits. A maximum of 3 internship credits may be applied to 18 credit History Major electives.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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HIST 0296 - Internship - Africa Alive!
Credits: 1-3
Africa Alive! highlights the history, visions, struggles, and accomplishments of Africa from the perspective of African artists, scholars, musicians, activists, and others. We do this through a range of programs, including film, workshops, public presentations, World Café, multi-media events and more. Africa Alive! is a community based learning model for African Studies utilizing existing resources in the Pioneer Valley including the Five College African Studies Council, the African Cultural Council of Springfield, Springfield College and community based organizations. Interns will learn and be involved in all aspects of carrying out a conference, will interact closely with invited guests, and will participate in outings with other interns at lectures, concerts, grassroots organizations relevant to our topics. Routing office work will also be a part of this position. 1-3 credits.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
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HIST 0343 - Special Topics in Asian History
Credits: 3
Topics relate to the history of a specific Asian country, empire, geographical region, time period, or theme. 300-level special topics courses have a heavier reading load and require more independent work, research, and writing then assigned in 200-level courses. Course may be taken 3 times for major credit.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0370 - Special Topics in African History
Credits: 3
Topics related to the history of a specific African country, empire, geographical region, time period, or theme. 300-level special topics courses have a heavier reading load and require more independent work, research, and writing than assigned in 200-level courses. Course may be taken 3 times for major credit.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
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HIST 0371 - Problems in Middle East History
Credits: 3
How do the range of peoples living in the regions currently defined the Middle East view their own histories and in what ways are those views grounded in history? This course examines historical and current literature from the Middle East and by Middle Easterners living outside of the Middle East to ascertain the relationship between today and yesterday. Students receive a solid grounding in historical methodologies shaping knowledge about this region. The course provides a basis for understanding major political developments, economic trends, and social movements of the twentieth century Middle East, moving into the twenty-first.
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HIST 0372 - Special Topics in Latin American History
Topics related to the history of a specific Latin American country, empire, geographical region, time period, or theme. 300-level special topics courses have a heavier reading load and require more independent work, research, and writing than assigned in 200-level courses. Course may be taken 3 times for major credit.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
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HIST 0373 - Modern Latin America
Credits: 3
An opportunity to study modern Latin America’s struggle with elites, military and civilian juntas, regional pacts, and national security v. human rights since 1950. Lectures and directed readings will provide opportunities for in-depth special interest research and study.
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HIST 0375 - U.S. - Latin America Relations Since 1898
Credits: 3
This course explores the history of U.S. intervention (economic, political and military) in Latin America since 1898 (the Spanish-American War). Topics include: struggles over human rights; treatment of indigenous populations; U.S. support for military dictatorships; the Cuban Revolution; the war on drugs; globalization; and free trade. Primary focus is on Central America and the Caribbean.
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HIST 0390 - Special Topics in Comparative History
Credits: 3
This course will use case studies to compare and explore a topic or theme from the perspective of differing countries, cultures, civilizations, geographic regions and/or time periods. 300-level special topics courses have a heavier reading load and require more independent work, research, and writing then assigned in 200-level courses. Course may be taken 3 times for major credit.
Prerequisites: Sophomore Standing
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HIST 0120 - The History/Social Studies Teacher
Credits: 1
This course is designed for history majors who plan to become middle and high school social studies teachers. Students are introduced to historiography, the discipline of history, the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks, Common Core and NCSS standards and themes, ethics involved in the teaching profession, the use of technology, and lesson planning. Students are introduced to social studies subjects and themes including, but not limited to, geography, political science, sociology, and economics. This course is offered Pass/Fail grading only.
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HIST 0121 - The Historian
Credits: 1
An introduction to basic historiography and the roles that historians have served in the intellectual growth of the liberal arts and the various professional services that they have rendered to society. Students will be introduced to the basic skills and functions of the historian; how historical interpretations are developed, challenged, and modified; and the applicability of the historian’s skills to various professions and careers. Students are required to take the History Program Entrance Exam to pass the course. This course is offered with Pass/Fail grading only.
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HIST 0202 - Introduction to Historical Research and Analysis
Credits: 3
This course teaches students the essential skills of historical research, writing, and analysis. Students will learn how to: locate and critically analyze different types of primary and secondary sources; identify an author’s thesis; evaluate historical arguments and construct their own; use traditional and electronic research tools; and recognize the roles of subjectivity, perspective, and historical context in shaping historians’ interpretations of the past. Students will be exposed to historiographical debates and exemplary case studies; learn proper citation methods; and engage in the process of writing, editing, and revision. The final project will be the production of a major research paper or creative project that demonstrates understanding and application of these skills.
Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
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HIST 0293 - Internship: Museum and Archives
Credits: 1-12
Off-campus internships are available in a wide variety of areas, including: museums, archives, libraries, historic sites, and historical societies both in the nearby area and throughout the state. Summer internships may be available near a student’s hometown. In addition to gaining practical work experience in the historical field, the student will complete a paper relating to their internship. A maximum of 3 internship credits may be applied to the 18 credit History major electives.
Prerequisites: Junior or Senior standing; History major GPA of at least 3.2
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HIST 0332 - Methods of Teaching History: Middle and Secondary
Credits: 3
This course prepares students for a career as a middle and/or secondary school history/social studies teacher. A variety of topics are introduced and practiced in this course, including, but not limited to, lesson and unit planning, active learning and differentiated instruction, critical thinking, assessment techniques and classroom management that incorporate diverse learning needs and backgrounds, and textbook analysis. Through lesson design and implementation, students learn techniques of collaboration and reflective practice. The course requires a 30-hour field experience in an approved middle or high school setting. This field experience must include active teaching of lessons in addition to observing professional teachers.
Prerequisites: EDUC 0220 , EDUC 0221 , EDUC 0354 and HIST 0120 .
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HIST 0395 - Senior Seminar
Credits: 3
A thematic seminar that involves common readings and intensive guided research on a major issue of historical interest. Students are required to complete a capstone research paper or major project on a topic related to the course theme. The seminar theme changes each semester. Examples might be: Modern Revolutions, Visual Literacy, or Disease in History. Ideally taken senior year. Prerequisite: HIST 0202 and senior standing or permission of department chair.
Prerequisites: HIST 0202 and senior standing or permission of department chair.
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HIST 0399 - Independent Study I, II, III
Credits: 3
Independent study consists of directed reading and research on an historical subject agreed upon by the student and instructor and approved by the Chair of the Department. Arrangements must be made with the instructor and Chair before registering for this course.
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LACS 0301 - Seminar in Latin American and Caribbean Studies
Credits: 3
Readings about and discussions of issues, figures, movements, or perspectives on Latin America, to accompany independent research by the student. Topics which integrate various forms of study about Spanish, Portuguese, and French-speaking peoples of the hemisphere will be emphasized.
Prerequisites: introductory work in Latin American-related courses or equivalent or approval of the instructor.
COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH: LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
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LANG 0210 - Language Culture and Society
Credits: 3
An introduction to the role of language in shaping and reflecting social structures within and among human communities. Topics treated include language issues in relation to social class, ethnicity and gender, language usage and language change, and controversies centering on issues of language and public policy primarily in the U.S.
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LANG 0300 - Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages
Credits: 3
Study of various approaches and methods of teaching foreign languages from both a historical and pedagogical perspective. Students learn to identify and use evaluative procedures to assess the effectiveness of instruction. Observation of secondary school classes, discussion, and writing of reports of fieldwork experience. A pre-practicum course required for language certification.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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LCUL 0201 - Women in the Hispanic World
Credits: 3
A study of selected female figures of historic, artistic, political, or cultural importance within the Hispanic world, as well as social movements shaped by women’s distinctive roles and contributions. Readings of primary and secondary sources, oral presentations and significant writing required.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0101 and ENGL 0102 .
COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH: LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
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LCUL 0210 - U.S. Latino/a Cultural Studies
Credits: 3
A study of the historical and cultural background of the various Hispanic/Latino communities in the United States. Students will be introduced to the history of those communities, to the conditions which produced them, and to the cultural prodeuctions (film, music, art, literature) through which they are represented.
COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH: LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
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LCUL 0220 - Envisioning the Americas
Credits: 3
An examination of the experiences and social structures which have shaped the ethos of Anglo America and Latin America respectively. Focus on the nature and origins of the two societies’ perceptions of the new continent, of the indigenous populations and of each other. Taught in English.
COURSES TAUGHT IN ENGLISH: LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
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LLIT 0232 - Puerto Rican Literatures
Credits: 3
Crosslisted: EGST 0232
Focus on the intersections of race, class, gender and sexual beliefs and practices in the processes of colonialism in Puerto Rican. We will examine how colonialism used constructions of sexuality to create political, cultural, and social dynamics that have pervaded the lives of the colonized, and influences the sensitivities, beliefs, and perspectives of Western cultures and practices in general. These goals will be accomplished through a close reading of Puerto Rican writers on the island, that reflect those political, cultural, and social changes that it has undergone since it was ceded to the United States as a direct result of the Spanish-American War (1898).
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LARA 0101 - Arabic I
Credits: 3
An introduction to the sounds, alphabet and basic grammatical patterns of modern Arabic. Stress on oral comprehension and speaking proficiency, including courtesy expressions, for use in common everyday situations.
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LARA 0102 - Arabic II
Credits: 3
The second course in the Arabic language sequence. Topics include the Arabic alphabet, basic grammar and verb forms. Continued emphasis on listening comprehension and speaking, and the development of cultural competence in communicative situations. Introduction to the cultural heritage of the Arabic-speaking world.
Prerequisites: LARA 0101 or equivalent.
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LARA 0103 - Arabic III
Credits: 3
The third course in the Arabic language sequence. Continues emphasis on listening and speaking proficiency, with increased attention to the Arabic alphabet. Stress on expanding students’ active vocabulary and grasp of grammatical structures along with increased cultural understanding and competence.
Prerequisites: LARA 0102 or equivalent.
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LARA 0104 - Arabic IV
Credits: 3
The fourth course in the Arabic language sequence. Stresses continued development of the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, along with intercultural competence, practiced in relation to everyday communicative situations in the context of the Arabic-speaking world.
Prerequisites: LARA 0103 or equivalent.
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LCHI 0101 - Chinese I
Credits: 3
An introduction to Mandarin Chinese intended for students who have no previous experience with the language. Stress on listening and speaking proficiency. Students will be introduced to vocabulary necessary for simply interactions, basic elements of grammar, and the most commonly used characters of modern written Chinese.
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LCHI 0102 - Chinese II
Credits: 3
The second course in the Chinese language sequence. Continued emphasis on aural/oral proficiency, along with the mastery of basic elements of grammar, sentence structure and the most commonly used Chinese characters. Introduction to the culture of the Chinese-speaking world, and attention to intercultural competence in communicative situations.
Prerequisites: LCHI 0101 or equivalent.
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LCHI 0103 - Chinese III
Credits: 3
The third course in the Chinese language sequence. Continues emphasis on listening and speaking proficiency in Mandarin Chinese. Stress on expanding students’ active vocabulary and grasp of grammatical structures along with increased cultural understanding and competence.
Prerequisites: LCHI 0102 or equivalent.
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LCHI 0104 - Chinese IV
Credits: 3
The fourth course in the Chinese language sequence. Stresses continued development of the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing, along with intercultural competence, practiced in relation to everyday communicative situations relating to Chinese culture.
Prerequisites: LCHI 0103 or equivalent.
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LFRE 0101 - French I
Credits: 3
The first course in the French language sequence. An introduction to the sounds and basic grammatical structures of standard conversational French. Stress on oral comprehension and speaking as well as the reading and writing of simple grammatical patterns. Vocabulary is limited to about 400-500 of the most used words.
Prerequisites: No prerequisite.
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LFRE 0102 - French II
Credits: 3
The second course in the French sequence. Stress on oral comprehension and speaking as well as the increased practice of reading and writing. Additional active vocabulary of 400-500 of the most common items.
Prerequisites: one semester of college or one year of high school French.
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LFRE 0103 - French III
Credits: 3
The third course in the French sequence. Stress on oral comprehension, speaking, reading and writing about topics dealing with contemporary life in the French-speaking world. An additional active vocabulary of 400-500 new words.
Prerequisites: two semesters of college or two years of high school French.
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LFRE 0104 - French IV
Credits: 3
The fourth course in the French sequence. Continued emphasis on the four language skills with topics about contemporary life. Additional vocabulary of 400-500 new words.
Prerequisites: three semesters of college or three years of high school French.
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LFRE 0201 - Reading French Texts
Credits: 3
This course is an introduction to literature and literary analysis. Students will learn the vocabulary of criticism and will improve their reading skills using selected texts by European, African, and American writers.
Prerequisites: LFRE 0104 or the equivalent.
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LFRE 0205 - Speaking and Writing: Intermediate Level
Credits: 3
This course combines activities designed to help students develop an intermediate level proficiency in oral and written communication skills through a study of the values and attitudes of the Francophone world. The course is conducted entirely in French. The language acquisition component focuses on the following: a) improving students’ facility in speaking and writing French within ‘real-life’ contexts; b) analyzing the linguistic components of a speech sample: phonological, morphological, and syntactic; and c) expanding vocabulary and improving pronunciation and the use of grammatical structures. The area studies component comparing and contrasting the cultural values and attitudes of the Francophone and the Anglophone worlds.
Prerequisites: LFRE 0104 or equivalent.
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LFRE 0305 - Speaking and Writing French: Advanced Level
Credits: 3
This course seeks to help students develop further their proficiency in oral and written communicative skills through a study of the cultural aspects of the contemporary Francophone world. The course is conducted entirely in French. The language acquisition component focuses on the expansion of vocabulary, the practice of advanced grammatical structures, and the performance of advanced level communicative tasks. The area studies component concentrates on contemporary events and personalities in the Francophone world.
Prerequisites: LFRE 0205 or equivalent.
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LFRE 0340 - Special Topics in French
Credits: 3
An in-depth study of a limited or specialized area within French literature or culture. Course content will vary according to the area of specialization of the instructor and the interests of the students. May be repeated if course content differs.
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LFRE 0399 - Independent Study
Credits: 3
A course offered by special arrangement to the student interested in studying a specific aspect of French literature. A reading knowledge of French is required.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0101 - Spanish I
Credits: 3
The first course in Spanish for those who have never studied the language before. Through an introduction to both sounds and basic grammatical structures, it will provide the student with a foundation in both spoken and written Spanish. In this course the emphasis will be on oral comprehension and speaking, and acquisition of a limited, basic vocabulary.
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LSPA 0102 - Spanish II
Credits: 3
The second course in the Spanish sequence. Stress on oral comprehension and speaking will continue, along with increased practice in reading and writing, and enlargement of active vocabulary.
Prerequisites: one semester of college or one year of high school Spanish.
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LSPA 0103 - Spanish III
Credits: 3
The third course in the Spanish sequence will review and seek to expand students’ understanding of grammatical structures. Increased emphasis on reading and writing through materials dealing with aspects of the Spanish-speaking world.
Prerequisites: two semesters of college or two years of high school Spanish.
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LSPA 0104 - Spanish IV
Credits: 3
The fourth course in the Spanish sequence. Stress on reading and some practice in writing, and on the acquisition of new vocabulary. The four language skills, listening, speaking, reading, and writing will be practiced in relation to topics dealing with the Spanish-speaking world and with contemporary life.
Prerequisites: Three semesters of college or three years of high school Spanish.
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LSPA 0120 - Intensive Spanish I & II
Credits: 6
A one semester course covering the material of both Spanish I and Spanish II. Emphasis on speaking and understanding the spoken language.
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LSPA 0121 - Intensive Spanish III & IV
Credits: 6
A one semester course covering the material of both Spanish III and Spanish IV. Emphasis on speaking and understanding the spoken language.
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LSPA 0205 - Spanish Composition
Credits: 3
An opportunity to develop your own style in writing by putting words and sentences together in accordance with the rules of Spanish grammar and rhetoric. The student will practice sentence patterns of differing length and complexity. Stress will be paced on the solution of specific problems of Spanish composition.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0104 or the equivalent.
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LSPA 0212 - Spanish for Heritage Speakers
Credits: 3
Provides heritage speakers of Spanish with an opportunity to develop or augment Spanish academic language skills and to use language in a formal way in both speech and writing. Emphasis will be on grammar, vocabulary development and reading skills across a variety of genres, as well as articulation of issues concerning language and identity.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0215 - Speaking and Writing Spanish
Credits: 3
This course seeks to help students develop further their proficiency in oral and written communicative skills through a study of cultural aspects of the contemporary Hispanic world. The course is conducted entirely in Spanish. The language acquisition component focuses on the expansion of vocabulary, the practice of intermediate-level grammatical structures, and the performance of intermediate-level level communicative tasks. The area studies component concentrates on contemporary events and personalities in the Hispanic world.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0104 or its equivalent.
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LSPA 0217 - Reading Spanish Texts
Credits: 3
Selected readings drawn from the works of various authors and poets of the Hispanic world; the sources include the works of writers from Europe, North and South America, and the Caribbean. An introduction to literature and literary analysis. The goal is the development of the student’s critical vocabulary and reading skills. Writing requirement.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0215 .
(formerly LSPA 0201)
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LSPA 0299 - Topics in Spanish Language
Credits: 3
Focus on review of Spanish grammar or special topics on specific topics on specific language skills such as translation and interpreting. Particular emphasis will be on verb tenses, agreement (adjectives, nouns, articles, etc.), pronouns, accents, idioms, and the structure of sentences. The course will also focus on the continued development of vocabulary, grammatical as well as everyday usage. oral and written proficiency will be strongly emphasized. may be repeated when topic is different.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0215 and a 200-level LSPA course, or permission of the instructor.
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LSPA 0302 - Topics in Hispanic Cultural Studies
Credits: 3
Provides an overview of the socio-political and cultural background to understand the past, present and future of the Spanish-speaking world (Spanish and the Americas). This will be accomplished through the study and analysis of cultural artifacts (i.e. films, literature, music, visual arts, news) or cultural or political movements. Students may enroll more than once for credit provided topic is different.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0215 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0311 - Comparative Grammar: Spanish/English
Credits: 3
An in-depth analysis of the major differences between the grammatical systems of Spanish and English with a particular emphasis on those areas of contrast which are vital to language teaching. Special emphasis on providing students with linguistic resources to avoid imposition of English grammatical structures on Spanish, or Spanish on English, in both speaking and writing. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0205 or LSPA 0215 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0312 - Topics in Histpanic Literature
Credits: 3
Examines various literary genres of the Spanish-speaking world (Spain and the Americas). Readings assigned will include poetry, drama, narrative and the essay. Topics include focus on a particular author, literary movements, or a specific genre. Students will also become familiar with the historical, political and socio-cultural conditions that inform the texts studied in the course. Students may enroll more than once for credit provided topic is different.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0217 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0314 - Spanish for the Professions
Credits: 3
Emphasis on oral and written communication with a focus on improving language skills in specific professional settings. In addition, this course seeks to enhance students’ oral and written proficiency while increasing student awareness of Hispanic/Latino/Latin American communities in the U.S.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0311 or permission of instructor
LSPA 0216
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LSPA 0316 - Advanced Spanish Conversation
Credits: 3
Focuses on improving students’ conversational skills through active participation in discussions, debates and oral presentations in class. This course provides students with a contextualized content-based approach leading to fluent oral language production. While the emphasis is on oral proficiency, component reading, writing and listening practice are also included.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0215 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0317 - Advanced Spanish Composition
Credits: 3
This course has two complementary components: practice with the more complex aspects of Spanish grammar and the development of effective writing skills. Students will examine models of informal and formal writing and will engage in professional and creative writing.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0316 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0318 - Spanish Interpreting I
Credits: 3
Introduce students to consecutive interpretation skills from Spanish into English. Students will strengthen their basic interpreting skills, particularly note-taking. By the end of this course students are able to accurately interpret 10-minute extemporaneous speeches on several topics into English.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0311 and LSPA 0316 .
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LSPA 0321 - Topics in Spanish Language Cinema
Credits: 3
Explores and examines films of the Spanish-speaking world. Includes films representing diverse regions, genres, directors and movements of the Hispanic world. Students will analyze film as cultural, historical, political and economic products of represented nations, regions and groups. Goals for language mastery associated with this course are those associated with the ACTFL Intermediate High/Advanced Low level. Course may be taken a second time when topic is different.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0215 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0325 - Popular Culture in the Spanish Speaking World
Credits: 3
A study of popular culture in the Spanish-speaking world through the analysis of various media such as telenovelas, music and film. Particular attention to these forms of cultural expression as reflections of class, gender and ethnic conflicts in the Hispanic world, as well as between specific Spanish-speaking societies and the outside world.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0316 or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0328 - Spanish Interpreting II
Credits: 3
Second part of the sequence on developing consecutive interpretation skills. The focus in this course will be interpreting from English into Spanish. Students will continue working on their interpreting skills and note-taking. By the end of this course students are able to accurately interpret 10-minute extemporaneous speeches on several topics into Spanish.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0311 , LSPA 0316 , and LSPA 0318 .
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LSPA 0330 - Methods and Techniques of Translation
Credits: 3
Examines the mechanics of written translation with an emphasis on texts or fragments of texts that expose specific problems, including common problematic expressions encountered in Spanish to English translation and vice-versa. Particular emphasis will be given to elements such as the impersonal voice, structure of sentences, verbal tenses, prepositions and punctuation. Students gain practice in translating both from the target language into their native language and the reverse.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0311 or permission of instructor
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LSPA 0340 - Special Topics in Spanish
Credits: 3
An in-depth study of a limited or specialized area within Spanish/Latin American literature or culture. Course content will vary according to the area of specialization of the instructor and the interests of the students. May be repeated if course content differs.
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LSPA 0397 - Capstone
Credits: 3
This course gives Spanish majors the opportunity to demonstrate their proficiency in the language. Students will engage in a research-base or creative project, which they will also present at the end of the semester. The course will provide students the opportunity for drafting various versions of the project, meet with the faculty one-on-one, and prepare a poster for a presentation to the majors and faculty in the deparment.
Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor.
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LSPA 0398 - Internship: Spanish in the Community
Credits: 3-12
This internship allows students with Spanish language proficiency to work in a professional environment. Internship sites will be selected in consultation with a faculty advisor; students will focus their language development on the requirements and needs of that particular environment. Classroom components of the course will emphasize increasing competence in assessing features and aspirations of diverse communities, and functioning appropriately and confidently in relation to linguistic, generational, class and educational differences. Students are recommended to have completed at least 24 LSPA credits.
Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor.
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LSPA 0399 - Independent Study
Credits: 3
A course offered by special arrangement to the student interested in studying a specific aspect of Spanish literature. A reading knowledge of Spanish is essential.
Prerequisites: LSPA 0300 , and LSPA 0307 , or the equivalent.
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LACS 0101 - Introduction to Latin American and Caribbean Studies
Credits: 3
An interdisciplinary course, introducing Latin America (Mexico and Central and South America) and the Caribbean through a study of the culture, history, geography, politics, social and economic systems, and literature of the regions. Students will gain an insight into some of the major historical events and cultural developments of the regions.
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LACS 0399 - Independent Study in Latin America and Caribbean Studies
Credits: 1-6
Credit for independent study is granted for special academic work done under the supervision of an approved faculty member and the Latin American and Caribbean Studies Advisor. This work may involve library research and subsequent preparation of a scholarly paper; design and completion of an experimental project or field study; advanced study and application with a focus in Latin American and the Caribbean. At the end of the project a final written report should be submitted to the faculty supervisor and the Latin American and Caribbean Studies Minor advisor.
Prerequisites: LACS 0101
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