Languages, Literatures, and Cultures Courses | 2020-2021 Graduate Catalog | SIU

436-3 Methods in Teaching World Languages. The course prepares future language teachers with the theoretical knowledge and the practical tools necessary to meet the demands of today's communicative language classroom. Based on insights from second language acquisition research and current trends and standards in the language teaching profession, students develop an informed and principled approach to teaching world languages effectively. Required of prospective language teachers in secondary schools. Prerequisite: concurrent or prior enrollment in 300-level course in French, German, Latin, or Spanish.

437-3 Introduction to Computer-Assisted Language Learning. (Same as LING 573) This hands-on course introduces essential concepts and skills for applying technology to language learning and instruction. Topics include online quizzes and activities, creating and editing multimedia objects for use in instructional materials, social networking, Web resources, evaluating commercial materials, digital storytelling and hypermedia. New developments in CALL are introduced as the state of the art progresses.

491-1 to 4 Independent Study: American Sign Language/Deaf Studies. Guided individual exploration of some area(s) of significance within the field of American Sign Language or deafness. Students taking class for graduate credit will do critical study of one aspect. May be repeated as topic varies. Special approval needed from the instructor.

509-1 to 6 (1-3, 1-3) Research Problems-Spanish. Individual research on a literary or linguistic problem involving original investigation in areas not covered by seminars or thesis.

535-3 Critical Theory. Theories of literature and theories underlying literary criticism, taken logically rather than chronologically. Extensive reading, in the original language whenever possible, of both primary statements and exemplificative documents.

592-3 Advanced Computer-Assisted Language Learning. (Same as LING 592) This hands-on course builds on FL 437 (Introduction to Computer-Assisted Language Learning) and covers language learning in virtual worlds, creating a presence on the Web, course management systems, developing apps for mobile devices, making instructional videos as well as hypermedia learning units. New developments in CALL are introduced as the state of the art progresses. Prerequisite: FL 437 with a grade of C or better, or consent of instructor.

410-3 The Linguistic Structure of Chinese. Phonology and syntax of Mandarin Chinese. Principal phonological features of major Chinese dialects. Special emphasis on the contrastive analysis between Mandarin Chinese and English. Theoretical implications of Chinese syntax for current linguistic theories. This course satisfies the CoLA Writing Across the Curriculum requirement. Prerequisite: one year of Chinese.

420-3 Chinese Literature. Reading and analysis of selected Chinese works, authors, themes, or genres with a focus on modern Chinese literature. Taught in Chinese to enhance listening, speaking, reading, and writing at the advanced level and to develop the ability to analyze literature. Students taking this course for graduate credit will need to complete additional research papers. CHIN 420 is a writing intensive course that satisfies the CoLA Writing-Across-the-Curriculum requirement. Prerequisite: CHIN 320B with a minimum grade of C- or consent from the instructor.

490-1 to 6 Advanced Independent Study in Chinese. Directed individual study of some question, author, or theme of significance in the field of Chinese literature, language, or culture. Special approval needed from the instructor.

415-3 to 9 (3 per topic) Advanced Reading in Greek. Reading and interpretation of Greek texts at an advanced level. Satisfies CoLA Writing Across the Curriculum Requirement. Prerequisite: three years of Greek or consent of the instructor.

416-3 to 9 (3 per topic) Advanced Reading in Latin. Reading and interpretation of Latin texts at an advanced level. Satisfies CoLA Writing Across the Curriculum Requirement. Prerequisite: three years of Latin or consent of the instructor.

488-3 Latin as a Research Tool. Concentrated and individualized training in the recognition and interpretation of basic and complex grammatical structures and in the systematic acquisition of the principles of word formation for vocabulary expansion. Techniques for intensive and extensive readings and for translation of unedited texts in the student's own field of study. Intended for graduate students. Undergraduates who wish to enroll are encouraged to consult with course instructor. With consent of student's own department, and with a grade of B or A, satisfies graduate program requirements for foreign language as a research tool.

491-3 to 9 (3 per topic) Classics Seminar. Intensive study of a select area of classics. Recent topics include Greek and Roman Religion, Socrates, and Homer. Capstone research course required for classics majors and minors, though others are welcome. Satisfies the CoLA Writing Across the Curriculum requirement. There are no formal prerequisites, but some knowledge of the ancient world will prove helpful (such as that provided by CLAS 230, 270, and 271). No knowledge of Latin or Greek is required.

496-1 to 9 Independent Study in Classics. Guided research on problems in classics. The academic work may be done on campus or in conjunction with approved off-campus activities. This course satisfies the CoLA Writing Across the Curriculum requirement. Special approval needed from the instructor.

410-3 Selected Topics. Topics vary and are announced in advance; both students and faculty suggest ideas. This course satisfies the CoLA Writing-Across-the-Curriculum requirement. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in FR 320A, or equivalent.

420-3 Introduction to French Literature and Cinema. This course will explore representative works in French from a variety of French and Francophone African authors and filmmakers. Students will be introduced to techniques of literary and filmic analysis through the reading of texts and the examination of films in French. FR 420 will be taught in French. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in FR 320A or equivalent.

435-3 Living and Working in France. This course explores the French and Francophone business worlds from a variety of economic and cultural perspectives. Class work will focus on vocabulary, idioms and expressions used in oral and written business communications. Readings on authentic cultural practices will provide real-world contexts for students preparing to live and work in a French-speaking country. Taught in French. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in FR 320A or equivalent.

440-3 Literature of the Enlightenment. Study and discussion of the novel, theater, and philosophic writing of 18th century France as literature and as expressions of the Enlightenment. Major attention given to Montesquieu, Voltaire, Diderot, and Rousseau. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in FR 320A or equivalent. Special approval needed from the instructor.

450-3 Literary Movements of the 19th Century. Romanticism, Realism, and Naturalism in poems, novels and theater plays followed by an examination of the reaction to these movements and of the influence of symbolism. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in FR 320A or equivalent. Special approval needed from the instructor.

460-3 Studies in Literature of the 20th Century. Examination of the major themes, forms, techniques and style of novelists from Gide and Proust to Robbe-Grillet and dramatists from Giraudoux to Ionesco and Beckett. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in FR 320A or equivalent.

470-3 The French and Their History. Study of major French historical events from Vercingetorix to the French Revolution. Examination of the political, philosophical, artistic movements and historic figures that shaped contemporary France. Taught in French. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in FR 320A, or equivalent.

475-3 to 6 Travel-Study in France. Travel-study project, planned under supervision of French faculty and carried out in France. Amount of credit depending on scope of study. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in FR 320A, or equivalent.

476-3 Francophone Cultures and Literatures. Representative works and authors of the francophone world outside of France with special reference to African, Caribbean and Canadian literatures. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in FR 320A, or equivalent.

480-3 Studies of Masterpieces of French and Francophone Literatures. Selected readings from French and Francophone authors. Introduction to main literary movements from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in FR 320A, or equivalent.

488-3 French as a Research Tool. Concentrated and individualized training in the recognition and interpretation of basic and complex grammatical structures and in the systematic acquisition of the principles of word formation for vocabulary expansion. Techniques for intensive and extensive readings and for translation of unedited texts in the student's own field of study. Intended for graduate students. With consent of student's department, and with a grade of B or A, satisfies graduate program requirement for foreign language as a research tool. Prerequisite: One year of French (FR 123B with a grade of C- or better, one year of proficiency credit, or the equivalent).

490-3 Advanced Independent Study in French. Individual exploration of some question, author, or theme of significance within the field of French and Francophone literatures or cultures. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in FR 320A, or equivalent. Special approval needed from the instructor.

599-1 to 6 Thesis.

601-1 per semester Continuing Enrollment. For those graduate students who have not finished their degree programs and who are in the process of working on their dissertation, thesis, or research paper. The student must have completed a minimum of 24 hours of dissertation research, or the minimum thesis, or research hours before being eligible to register for this course. Concurrent enrollment in any other course is not permitted. Graded S/U or DEF only.

410-3 German for Writing Proficiency. This course teaches the advanced grammar, vocabulary, and stylistic principles students need to write expository prose, critical essays, business and personal correspondence in German. Through readings and discussions in German, it also expands vocabulary and speaking ability. The final exam in the course can be counted for the German writing proficiency examination. This course satisfies the CoLA Writing Across the Curriculum requirement. Prerequisite: GER 320B with a grade of B- or the equivalent.

413-3 Linguistic Variation and Cultural Diversity in the German-Speaking World. Gain intimate knowledge of the German-speaking world about linguistic and cultural variety and identity. Featured varieties include written and spoken German, standard and vernacular, regional and urban dialects, youth and minority language usage, and more. Varieties are explored in structural terms and examined in the social and cultural contexts in which they occur. Course is conducted in German. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in GER 320A, or equivalent.

435-3 Business German. An overview of German business, presented through lectures, readings, and discussions. Coursework with textbook and supplementary materials will focus on the major aspects of German business. Exercises will include vocabulary building, listening and reading comprehension, oral and written summarization, role playing in typical situations, mock telephone conversations, and business correspondence. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in GER 320A, or equivalent.

460-3 German Theater: Literature on Stage. This course will explore developments in the German drama from the eighteenth century to the present, focusing on dramatic form and social, historical, and cultural contexts. Conducted in German. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in GER 320A, or equivalent.

465-3 Self and Society: First-Person Narrative. This course will introduce beginning students to German literature written in first person. It serves as an introduction to the way the personal voice is constructed in texts, and students will develop their understanding of the German narrative tradition. We will collectively probe our notions of realism, believability, and truth as we read stories of self-conscious narrators. Conducted in German. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in GER 320A, or equivalent.

488-3 German as a Research Tool. Concentrated and individualized training in the recognition and interpretation of basic and complex grammatical structures and in the systematic acquisition of the principles of word formation for vocabulary expansion. Techniques for reading and for translation of unedited texts in the student's own field of study. Intended for graduate students. With consent of student's department, and with a grade of B or A, satisfies graduate program requirement for foreign language as a research tool.

490-1 to 3 Independent Study in German. Project-study under supervision of German faculty. Amount of credit depends on scope of study. May be repeated as the topic varies, up to the maximum of six semester hours. Restricted to senior or graduate standing. Special approval needed from the supervising instructor.

493-3 to 9 Seminars in Special Topics in Literature and Language. Topics vary and are announced in advance; both students and faculty suggest ideas. May be repeated as the topic varies. Primarily for undergraduates. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in GER 320A, or equivalent. Special approval needed from the instructor.

410-3 The Linguistic Structure of Japanese. Inductive approach to the analysis of various aspects (such as phonology, morphology, syntax) of Japanese grammar with emphasis on syntactic structures within any of the current theoretical frameworks such as pragmatics, functionalism and formal linguistics. May include contrastive analysis between Japanese and English, and close examination of theories of comparative-historical linguistics of Japanese and Korean. This course satisfies the CoLA Writing Across the Curriculum requirement. Special approval needed from the instructor.

435-3 Business Japanese. An introduction to the language and culture of the Japanese business world and to the structure of the Japanese business economy. The emphasis will be on learning appropriate levels of formality and politeness in oral communication and on achieving competency in the specialized language of business. This course satisfies the CoLA Writing-Across-the-Curriculum requirement. Prerequisite: JPN 320A,B or equivalent.

490-1 to 6 Advanced Independent Study in Japanese. Directed individual study of some questions, author, or theme of significance in the field of Japanese literature, language, or culture. Special approval needed from the instructor.

401-3 to 12 Studies on a Selected Topic. A topic related to Hispanic cinema, literature, linguistics, or translation. Topic announced in advance.

414-3 Translation Techniques. A practical introduction to the field of professional translation, from and into Spanish.

420-3 Studies in Literature of the Middle Ages. Studies of the origins of Spanish literature emphasizing works such as the Cantar de Mio Cid, Libro de buen amor, and La Celestina.

430-3 Golden Age: Drama. Plays of Lope de Vega, Calderon, Tirso de Molina, and others. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in SPAN 320B, or equivalent.

431-3 Cervantes. Study of Miguel de Cervantes' masterpiece Don Quixote and other Cervantine works.

432-3 The Golden Age: Prose and Poetry. The most representative prose and poetry written during the 16th and 17th centuries in Spain.

434-3 Colonial Literature. Study of the literature of Latin America before 1825.

435-3 Business Spanish. Discussion and practice of the vocabulary, styles, and forms used in Spanish business correspondence, as well as report writing and documents dealing with trade, transportation, payment, banking and advertising. Does not count toward the M.A. in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures.

450-3 Neoclassicism and Romanticism. Eighteenth and nineteenth century Spanish literature.

451-3 Studies in Latin American Literature of the 19th Century. Modernism, Romanticism, Realism and Naturalism in Spanish America. Intensive study of a literary movement, trend, genre, or author of the period, as specified by the topic to be announced for each semester.

455-3 Spanish Realism and Naturalism. Late nineteenth century Spanish literature.

460-3 Modern Spanish Literature and Culture (1898-Civil War). The Generations of '98 and '27.

461-3 Studies in Latin American Literature of the 20th Century. The main currents and outstanding works in the literature of Spanish America since 1900.

465-3 Post-War and Contemporary Spanish Literature and Culture. The study of important literary, philosophical, and artistic works of the post-war period and beyond, and of the socio historical context in which they were produced.

475-3 to 6 Travel-Study in Latin America or Spain. Travel-study course or project planned under supervision of Spanish faculty and carried out in a Spanish-speaking country.

488-3 Spanish as a Research Tool. Concentrated and individualized training in the recognition and interpretation of basic and complex grammatical structures and in the systematic acquisition of the principles of word formation for vocabulary expansion. Techniques for intensive and extensive readings and for translation of unedited texts in the student's own field of study. Intended for graduate students. With consent of student's department, and with a grade of B or A, satisfies graduate program requirement for foreign languages as a research tool. Prerequisite: one year of Spanish or equivalent.

490-1 to 3 Advanced Independent Study. Individual exploration of some topic in Hispanic literature, language, or culture. Special approval needed from the instructor.

501-3 to 6 (3,3) Studies of a Selected Topic. A topic related to Hispanic cinema, literature, linguistics, or translation. Topic announced in advance.

511-3 Linguistic Structure of Spanish. A comprehensive introduction to the study of various aspects of Spanish such as phonology, morphology, and syntax with a special emphasis on sociolinguistic variation. Theoretical implications of formal and functional linguistics will be discussed in relation to theories of sociolinguistic variation including colonial, post-colonial, and other contact-varieties of Spanish.

512-3 History of the Spanish Language. This course examines the biological journey of Spanish and Spanish-based languages including topics on how Spanish emerged, and how different varieties of Spanish change, diffuse, and die. It explores models of biodiversity and phylogenetics applied to Spanish linguistics, historical linguistics models and current trends in contact linguistics to explore social dynamics of Spanish language change.

520-3 Literature of the Middle Ages. Studies in epic and didactic literature, and lyric poetry, from the origins of Spanish literature to the fifteenth century. Representative works such as the Cantar de Mio Cid, Libro de buen amor, Romancero viejo and La Celestina will be studied.

530-3 The Golden Age: Drama. Study and discussion of plays by Lope de Vega, Tirso de Molina, Calderon, and other Golden Age playwrights.

531-3 Cervantes. Study of Miquel de Cervantes' masterpiece "Don Quixote" and of other Cervantine works.

532-3 The Golden Age: Prose and Poetry. Appreciation and analysis of the poetry of Garcilaso de la Vega, Fray Luis de Leon, Gongora, Quevedo, and of narrative forms such as picaresque fiction, pastoral fiction, and Moorish fiction.

534-3 Colonial Literature. Study of the literature of Latin America before 1825.

550-3 Neoclassicism and Romanticism in Spain. Eighteenth and nineteenth century Spanish literature.

551-3 Spanish-American Literature of the 19th Century. Intensive study of a literary movement, trend, genre, or author of the period, as specified by the topic to be announced for each semester.

555-3 Spanish Realism and Naturalism. Late nineteenth century Spanish literature.

560-3 Modern Spanish Literature and Culture (1898 to the Spanish Civil War). The Generations of '98 and '27.

561-3 Spanish-American Literature of the 20th Century. Intensive study of a literary movement, trend, genre, or author of the period, as specified by the topic to be announced for each semester.

565-3 Post-War and Contemporary Spanish Literature and Culture. The study of important literary, philosophical, and artistic works of the post-war period and beyond, and of the socio historical context in which they were produced.

570-3 Culture and Civilization. The cultural patterns and heritage of the Hispanic peoples from earliest times to the present.

601-1 per semester Continuing Enrollment. For those graduate students who have not finished their degree programs and who are in the process of working on their dissertation, thesis, or research paper. The student must have completed a minimum of 24 hours of dissertation research, or the minimum thesis, or research hours before being eligible to register for this course. Concurrent enrollment in any other course is not permitted. Graded S/U or DEF only.