Course descriptions for World Languages Cultures

Studies a particular topic in World Languages. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Letter Grade Available)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered as interest warrants.) (Credit/NoCredit Available)

Alternative assessment for the third semester of World Languages. Freshmen and Sophomore transfers attempting to satisfy the Language Requirement through assessment must enroll in WLC 201. Junior and senior transfers attempting to satisfy the Language Requirement through assessment, must also enroll in WLC 201. (Letter Grade Available)

This course is for heritage speakers who have a moderate proficiency in their Heritage language, but have completed little or no formal study of that language. Conducted in English, the course emphasizes the linguistic and cultural aspects of language ability, and learning strategies; provides an introduction to linguistics, and second language acquisition; incorporates 21st Century Skills and National Standards; and encourages students to think about the social implications of language use. (Credit/ No Credit Available)

Studies a particular topic in World Languages. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Letter Grade Available)

Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered as interest warrants.)

This course introduces students to the majors in Japanese Language and Culture, Spanish or World Language and Cultures. Students acquire knowledge and understanding needed to fulfill Major Learning Outcomes for the programs. Students identify and work with a major advisor to develop individual learning plans. The course examines opportunities in related professional and career paths, including graduate education and teaching credential preparation. (Offered fall semester.)

With faculty guidance, students design unique learning sequences that are pertinent to their learning plans and not covered in current courses. Students design a study proposal with appropriate faculty members and obtain authorization from their academic center. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Credit/NoCredit Available)

Individual study of a topic or subject of particular interest to the student. A written proposal for the study/research must be approved in advance by the sponsoring faculty member and the program chair. Number of credits depends on the nature of the student's academic goals and the consent of the faculty advisor.

Student and faculty member select advanced topic of study and number of credits. (Offered only as interest warrants.)

Students work with the instructor and WLC faculty advisors to research, synthesize, write and present their Capstone projects. Students will also assemble a Graduation Portfolio reflecting how each MLO was met. This course is required for all Japanese, Spanish and World Languages and Cultures majors. (Offered spring semester.) (Credit/ No Credit Available)