Asian Languages and Cultures: Languages (ASIALANG) < University of Wisconsin-Madison

ASIALANG 101 — FIRST SEMESTER CHINESE

4 credits.

Introduces the sounds, basic grammar along with 400 characters of standard spoken Chinese. It also teaches beginner-level communication skills in everyday life.

ASIALANG 102 — SECOND SEMESTER CHINESE

4 credits.

Introduces the basic grammar along with 400 Chinese characters of standard spoken Chinese. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.

ASIALANG 103 — FIRST SEMESTER JAPANESE

4 credits.

Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) to communicate in Japanese in basic everyday situations. No previous knowledge of Japanese expected. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 103 prior to Summer 2019).

ASIALANG 104 — SECOND SEMESTER JAPANESE

4 credits.

Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) to communicate in Japanese in basic everyday situations. Continuation of skill development from ASIALANG 103. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 104 prior to Summer 2019.

ASIALANG 105 — FIRST SEMESTER KOREAN

4 credits.

Provides students with basic conversation skills and grammatical patterns, assuming that students have no or little previous background knowledge of the Korean language. The learning goal of the course is to equip students with communicative skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing at a basic level in Korean; Using contemporary standard Korean, students will learn how to express simple ideas such as attributes, identities, locations, time, daily activities, weekend plan, desires, as well as how to combine simple ideas in a various way. Not open to students who completed E ASIAN 105 prior to summer 2019.

ASIALANG 106 — SECOND SEMESTER KOREAN

4 credits.

Essentials of modern spoken and written Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 106 prior to Summer 2019

ASIALANG 110 — ELEMENTARY CHINESE I

2 credits.

Introduction to the fundamental phonetic system and grammar of standard spoken Chinese along with 200 characters. Not open to students with credit for ASIALANG 101 (or E ASIAN 101 or 121 prior to Fall 2019).

ASIALANG 111 — ELEMENTARY CHINESE II

2 credits.

Introduction to the fundamental phonetic system and grammar of standard spoken Chinese along with 200 characters. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.

ASIALANG 113 — FIRST SEMESTER ELEMENTARY JAPANESE

2 credits.

Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) to communicate in Japanese in basic everyday situations.

ASIALANG 114 — SECOND SEMESTER ELEMENTARY JAPANESE

2 credits.

Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) to communicate in Japanese in basic everyday situations. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.

ASIALANG 121 — FIRST SEMESTER ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 122 — SECOND SEMESTER ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 302 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 123 — FIRST SEMESTER FILIPINO

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 305 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 124 — SECOND SEMESTER FILIPINO

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 306 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 125 — FIRST SEMESTER HMONG

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 307 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 126 — SECOND SEMESTER HMONG

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 308 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 127 — FIRST SEMESTER INDONESIAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 309 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 128 — SECOND SEMESTER INDONESIAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 310 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 129 — FIRST SEMESTER THAI

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 317 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 130 — SECOND SEMESTER THAI

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 318 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 131 — FIRST SEMESTER VIETNAMESE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 319 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 132 — SECOND SEMESTER VIETNAMESE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 320 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 133 — FIRST SEMESTER HINDI

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 353 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 134 — SECOND SEMESTER HINDI

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 354 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 135 — FIRST SEMESTER MODERN TIBETAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 369 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 136 — SECOND SEMESTER MODERN TIBETAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 370 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 137 — FIRST SEMESTER PERSIAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 363 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 138 — SECOND SEMESTER PERSIAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 364 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 139 — FIRST SEMESTER URDU

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 371 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 140 — SECOND SEMESTER URDU

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 372 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 141 — FIRST SEMESTER SANSKRIT

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 375 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 142 — SECOND SEMESTER SANSKRIT

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 376 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 143 — FIRST SEMESTER BURMESE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 303 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 144 — SECOND SEMESTER BURMESE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 304 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 145 — FIRST SEMESTER KHMER

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 313 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 146 — SECOND SEMESTER KHMER

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 314 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 201 — THIRD SEMESTER CHINESE

4 credits.

Introduces intermediate-level communication skills in varying Chinese settings. Students will learn a wide range of vocabulary, grammar structure and pragmatic usage in situated dialogues. They will improve four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and pragmatic competence through interactive and meaningful in-class activities and after-class assignments. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.

ASIALANG 202 — FOURTH SEMESTER CHINESE

4 credits.

Introduces intermediate-level communication skills in varying Chinese settings. Students will learn a wide range of vocabulary, grammar structure and pragmatic usage in situated dialogues. They will improve four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and pragmatic competence through interactive and meaningful in-class activities and after-class assignments. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.

ASIALANG 203 — THIRD SEMESTER JAPANESE

4 credits.

Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and Japanese culture. Continuation of skill development from elementary language courses reviewing, reinforcing and expanding grammar, kanji and vocabulary/ expressions. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 203 prior to Summer 2019.

ASIALANG 204 — FOURTH SEMESTER JAPANESE

4 credits.

Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and Japanese culture. Continuation of skill development from ASIALANG 203. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 204 prior to Summer 2019.

ASIALANG 205 — THIRD SEMESTER KOREAN

4 credits.

Focus on two areas of Korean language learning (listening speaking) so that students can understand and express themselves in contemporary Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 345 prior to Summer 2019.

ASIALANG 206 — FOURTH SEMESTER KOREAN

4 credits.

Further practice in speaking, reading and writing Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 346 prior to Summer 2019.

ASIALANG 211 — HERITAGE CHINESE I

3 credits.

Introduces functional vocabulary and grammar, various cultural related topics, reading skills, and writing techniques. Designed for heritage Chinese learners who possess speaking and listening skills but little or no reading/writing skills in Chinese. These learners include those who were born in a non-Chinese-speaking country, but were raised in a home where Mandarin or another dialect was spoken, and those who were born in a Chinese-speaking country but received zero or limited formal education in that country. Students should contact the department about placement. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 113 or 213 prior to fall 2019.

Requisites: Consent of instructor

Course Designation: Frgn Lang - 2nd semester language course
Level - Intermediate
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Fall 2020

Learning Outcomes: 1. Communicate formally and sophisticatedly in a wider range of Chinese contexts
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Appreciate Chinese linguistic and cultural heritage
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Read dense materials and difficult texts in Chinese more efficiently
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Produce texts of different genres in Chinese
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 212 — HERITAGE CHINESE II

3 credits.

Emphasizes reading and writing skills. Students will acquire a wide range of vocabulary, grammatical points and sentence patterns from a variety of readings about Chinese culture. They will also learn how to write compositions about the covered topics. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 214 prior to Fall 2019.

Requisites: ASIALANG 211

Course Designation: Frgn Lang - 4th semester language course
Level - Intermediate
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Spring 2021

Learning Outcomes: 1. Communicate formally and sophisticatedly in a wide range of Chinesecontexts
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Appreciate Chinese linguistic and cultural heritage
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Read dense materials and difficult texts in Chinese more efficiently
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Produce texts of different genres in Chinese
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 221 — THIRD SEMESTER ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.

ASIALANG 222 — FOURTH SEMESTER ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 402 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 223 — THIRD SEMESTER FILIPINO

4 credits.

Proficency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 405 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 224 — FOURTH SEMESTER FILIPINO

4 credits.

Proficency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 406 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 225 — THIRD SEMESTER HMONG

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 407 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 226 — FOURTH SEMESTER HMONG

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 408 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 227 — THIRD SEMESTER INDONESIAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 409 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 228 — FOURTH SEMESTER INDONESIAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 410 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 229 — THIRD SEMESTER THAI

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 417 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 230 — FOURTH SEMESTER THAI

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 418 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 231 — THIRD SEMESTER VIETNAMESE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 419 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 232 — FOURTH SEMESTER VIETNAMESE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 420 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 233 — THIRD SEMESTER HINDI

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 453 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 234 — FOURTH SEMESTER HINDI

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 454 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 235 — THIRD SEMESTER MODERN TIBETAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 469 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 236 — FOURTH SEMESTER MODERN TIBETAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 470 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 237 — THIRD SEMESTER PERSIAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 463 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 238 — FOURTH SEMESTER PERSIAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 464 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 239 — THIRD SEMESTER URDU

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 471 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 240 — FOURTH SEMESTER URDU

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.

Requisites: ASIALANG 239 (or LCA LANG 372 prior to Fall 2019) or placement into ASIALANG 240. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 472 prior to Fall 2019.

Course Designation: Frgn Lang - 4th semester language course
Level - Intermediate
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Spring 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Read simple Urdu sentences with understanding.
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Carry out introduction and talk about themselves, their interests, their family and work, other person’s family and work .
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Describe the place/s they live in.
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Carry out extended conversation about their daily routine.
Audience: Undergraduate

5. Carry out conversation on simple to fairly difficult topics.
Audience: Undergraduate

6. Take part, often comfortably, in ordinary/general, real life conversation of native speakers.
Audience: Undergraduate

7. Use frequently used compound/double verbs, correctly most of the time.
Audience: Undergraduate

8. Read, discuss ideas and make inferences from authentic texts such as articles, editorials, short stories etc., including some of abstract topics.
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 241 — THIRD SEMESTER SANSKRIT

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 475 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 242 — FOURTH SEMESTER SANSKRIT

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 476 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 243 — THIRD SEMESTER BURMESE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 403 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 244 — FOURTH SEMESTER BURMESE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 404 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 245 — THIRD SEMESTER KHMER

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 413 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 246 — FOURTH SEMESTER KHMER

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 414 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 301 — FIFTH SEMESTER CHINESE

4 credits.

Selections principally from materials in modern Chinese society, to expose students to reading a variety of topics and styles. Classes conducted in Chinese. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 301 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 302 — SIXTH SEMESTER CHINESE

4 credits.

Selections principally from materials in modern Chinese society, to expose students to reading a variety of topics and styles. Classes conducted in Chinese. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 302 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 303 — FIFTH SEMESTER JAPANESE

4 credits.

Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and Japanese culture. Continuation of skill development from the second-year language courses reviewing, reinforcing and expanding grammar, kanji and vocabulary/ expressions. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 303 prior to Summer 2019.

ASIALANG 304 — SIXTH SEMESTER JAPANESE

4 credits.

Further practice in reading and writing. Extensive as well as intensive readings in contemporary texts. At least 1,000 more characters introduced. Conducted in Japanese. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 304 prior to Summer 2019.

ASIALANG 305 — FIFTH SEMESTER KOREAN

3 credits.

Further practice in reading and writing. Extensive as well as intensive readings in contemporary texts. Conducted in Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 348 prior to Summer 2019

ASIALANG 306 — SIXTH SEMESTER KOREAN

3 credits.

Further practice in reading and writing. Extensive as well as intensive readings in contemporary texts. Conducted in Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 348 prior to Summer 2019

ASIALANG 307 — FIRST SEMESTER SOUTHEAST ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 308 — SECOND SEMESTER SOUTHEAST ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 311 — FIRST SEMESTER CLASSICAL CHINESE

3 credits.

Provides an introduction to basic grammar and vocabulary of literary Chinese prose and poetry. In addition, fundamental background knowledge and reference tools that can aid in the understanding of classical Chinese texts will be introduced. English is the primary language of translation and class discussion, with supplementary use of modern Mandarin. This course is intended for learners of modern Chinese as a foreign language and students of other Asian languages who need Classical Chinese for their studies. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.

Requisites: ASIALANG 202 (or E ASIAN 202 prior to Fall 2019) or ASIALANG 358 (E ASIA 318 prior to Fall 2019) or placement into ASIALANG 301. Not open to students who completed ASIALANG 315 or E ASIAN 321 prior to Fall 2019.

Course Designation: Breadth - Literature. Counts toward the Humanities req
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Fall 2024

ASIALANG 312 — SECOND SEMESTER CLASSICAL CHINESE

3 credits.

An introduction to basic grammar and vocabulary of literary Chinese prose and poetry. In addition, fundamental background knowledge and reference tools that can aid in the understanding of classical Chinese texts will be introduced. English is the primary language of translation and class discussion, with supplementary use of modern Mandarin. Intended for learners of modern Chinese as a foreign language and students of other Asian languages who need Classical Chinese for their studies. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 322 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 313 — CLASSICAL JAPANESE

3 credits.

Introduction to the grammar of classical Japanese and to reading calligraphy on art. Visits to Chazen collection a part of course. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 323 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 315 — FIRST SEMESTER CLASSICAL CHINESE FOR CHINESE SPEAKERS

3 credits.

Provides an introduction to basic grammar and vocabulary of literary Chinese prose and poetry as well as the discipline of translation from and into Classical Chinese for students who are native or near-native speakers of modern Chinese. In addition, fundamental background knowledge and reference tools that can aid in the understanding of classical Chinese texts will be introduced. Students improve their own skills in Classical Chinese at the same time as developing materials to aid in the Classical Chinese study of students who are learning the classical and modern language simultaneously. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 321 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 316 — SECOND SEMESTER CLASSICAL CHINESE FOR CHINESE SPEAKERS

3 credits.

Building on basic grammar and vocabulary learned in the first semester, this course improves comprehension of literary Chinese prose and poetry as well as the discipline of translation from and into Classical Chinese for students who are native or near- native speakers of modern Chinese. In addition, fundamental background knowledge and reference tools that can aid in the understanding of classical Chinese texts will be introduced. Students improve their own skills in Classical Chinese at the same time as developing materials to aid in the Classical Chinese study of students who are learning the classical and modern language simultaneously.

ASIALANG 317 — FIRST SEMESTER SOUTH ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 323 — FIFTH SEMESTER FILIPINO

3 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 505 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 324 — SIXTH SEMESTER FILIPINO

3 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 506 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 325 — FIFTH SEMESTER HMONG

3 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 507 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 326 — SIXTH SEMESTER HMONG

3 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 508 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 327 — SECOND SEMESTER SOUTH ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the elementary level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 328 — SIXTH SEMESTER INDONESIAN

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 509 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 329 — FIFTH SEMESTER THAI

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.

Requisites: ASIALANG 230, 358, or placement into ASIALANG 329

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Fall 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Identify main ideas and supporting details of texts from mass media on topics of personal and general interest.
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Follow stories and descriptions of events, persons, and places in past, present and future timeline.
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Follow narrative, informal, and descriptive speech or text and make transitions from idea to idea.
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Exchange general information on topics related to field of interest.
Audience: Undergraduate

5. Handle a complication of conversational unexpected turn of events.
Audience: Undergraduate

6. Summarize movies, news programs, stories, reading texts, etc.
Audience: Undergraduate

7. Construct organized presentations appropriate to their audience on topics relating to general interest, academic, and familiar professional topics.
Audience: Undergraduate

8. Compose outlines of formal and informal compositions.
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 330 — SIXTH SEMESTER THAI

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.

Requisites: ASIALANG 329 or placement into ASIALANG 330

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Spring 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Participate with ease in complex discussion on a wide variety of topics from personal to social, in formal and informal settings.
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Discuss unfamiliar topics and complex situations.
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Can use cultural and historical reference to say less and mean more.
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Summarize texts, films, etc.
Audience: Undergraduate

5. Deliver organized presentations appropriate to the audience on various topics, academic and non-academic, with sufficient detail.
Audience: Undergraduate

6. Perform storytelling and convey ideas in structured manner.
Audience: Undergraduate

7. Write analytical compositions on various social situations in both formal and informal registers.
Audience: Undergraduate

8. Identify main ideas and significant details of texts from mass media.
Audience: Undergraduate

9. Develop listening and reading strategies for extended narratives and/or conversations.
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 331 — FIFTH SEMESTER VIETNAMESE

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.

Requisites: ASIALANG 232, 358, or placement into ASIALANG 331

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Fall 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Exchange general information on topics out of field of interest.
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Handle a complication of conversational unexpected turn of events.
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Summarize movies, plays, news programs, stories, etc.
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Deliver organized presentations appropriate to their audience on topics relating to general interest, academic, and familiar professional topics.
Audience: Undergraduate

5. Write formal and informal compositions.
Audience: Undergraduate

6. Identify main ideas and supporting details of texts from mass media on topics of personal and general interest.
Audience: Undergraduate

7. Follow stories and descriptions of events, persons, and places in past, present and future.
Audience: Undergraduate

8. Follow narrative, informal, and descriptive speech or text.
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 332 — SIXTH SEMESTER VIETNAMESE

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches.

Requisites: ASIALANG 331 or placement into ASIALANG 332

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Spring 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Participate with ease in complex discussion on a wide variety of topics from personal to social, in formal and informal settings.
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Discuss unfamiliar topics and complex situations.
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Can use cultural and historical reference to say less and mean more.
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Summarize texts, films, etc.
Audience: Undergraduate

5. Deliver organized presentations appropriate to the audience on various topics, academic and non-academic, with sufficient detail.
Audience: Undergraduate

6. Perform story-telling and convey ideas in a structured manner.
Audience: Undergraduate

7. Write both analytical compositions on various topics in formal and informal situations.
Audience: Undergraduate

8. Identify main ideas and significant details of texts from mass media.
Audience: Undergraduate

9. Develop listening and reading strategies for extended narratives and/or conversations.
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 333 — FIFTH SEMESTER HINDI

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 553 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 334 — SIXTH SEMESTER HINDI

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 554 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 335 — FIFTH SEMESTER TIBETAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 557 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 336 — SIXTH SEMESTER TIBETAN

4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 558 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 337 — FIFTH SEMESTER PERSIAN

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 563 prior to Fall 2019.

Requisites: ASIALANG 238 or 358 (or LCA LANG 464 prior to Fall 2019) or placement into ASIALANG 337

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Fall 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Initiate and maintain conversations and discussions of various topics important in Persian. culture ranging from personal to social, in academic and non-academic settings.
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Develop listening strategies for conversations and extended narratives.
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Read, understand and discuss the main idea and many details of materials about a variety of topics.
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Write essays in Persian by demonstrating competence in critical thinking.
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 338 — SIXTH SEMESTER PERSIAN

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 564 prior to Fall 2019.

Requisites: ASIALANG 337 (or LCA LANG 563 prior to Fall 2019) or placement into ASIALANG 338

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Summer 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Use the language confidently and effectively in a variety of situations and across a broad spectrum of topics.
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Acquire insight into the role of Persian life and culture
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Gain skills and confidence in analyzing complex thoughts and ideas in Persian.
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 339 — FIFTH SEMESTER URDU

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 571 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 340 — SIXTH SEMESTER URDU

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 572 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 343 — FIFTH SEMESTER BURMESE

3 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 503 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 344 — SIXTH SEMESTER BURMESE

3 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 504 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 345 — FIFTH SEMESTER KHMER

3 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 513 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 346 — SIXTH SEMESTER KHMER

3 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 514 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 348 — FIFTH SEMESTER INDONESIAN

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 509 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 355 — FIRST SEMESTER ASIAN LANGUAGE FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

4 credits.

Graduate students enrolled in this course attend, and complete all assigned coursework, for one of the first-semester Asian languages offered by the department (Burmese, Chinese, Filipino, Hindi, Hmong, Indonesian, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Persian, Sanskrit, Thai, Tibetan, Urdu, Vietnamese). In addition, graduate students develop vocabulary lists and other target language materials linked to individual research goals, and reflect both in oral discussion and in writing on progress towards research and professional language learning goals. Graduate students will have additional regular meetings with the instructor or supervisor. May be repeated if enrolled in a different language.

ASIALANG 356 — SECOND SEMESTER ASIAN LANGUAGE FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

4 credits.

Graduate students enrolled in this course attend, and complete all assigned coursework, for one of the second-semester Asian languages offered by the department (Burmese, Chinese, Filipino, Hindi, Hmong, Indonesian, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Persian, Sanskrit, Thai, Tibetan, Urdu, Vietnamese). In addition, graduate students develop vocabulary lists and other target language materials linked to individual research goals, and reflect both in oral discussion and in writing on progress towards research and professional language learning goals, and will have additional regular meetings with the instructor or supervisor. May be repeated if enrolled in a different language.

ASIALANG 357 — THIRD SEMESTER ASIAN LANGUAGE FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

4 credits.

Graduate students enrolled in this course attend, and complete all assigned coursework, for one of the third-semester Asian languages offered by the department (Burmese, Chinese, Filipino, Hindi, Hmong, Indonesian, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Persian, Sanskrit, Thai, Tibetan, Urdu, Vietnamese). In addition, graduate students develop field work interview scripts, simple research proposals, or other intermediate target language materials linked to individual research goals, and reflect both in oral discussion and in writing on progress towards research and professional language learning goals. Graduate students will have additional regular meetings with the instructor or supervisor. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. May be repeated if enrolled in a different language.

ASIALANG 358 — FOURTH SEMESTER ASIAN LANGUAGE FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS

4 credits.

Graduate students enrolled in this course attend, and complete all assigned coursework, for one of the fourth-semester Asian languages offered by the department (Burmese, Chinese, Filipino, Hindi, Hmong, Indonesian, Japanese, Khmer, Korean, Persian, Sanskrit, Thai, Tibetan, Urdu, Vietnamese). In addition, graduate students develop field work interview scripts, simple research proposals, or other intermediate target language materials linked to individual research goals, and reflect both in oral discussion and in writing on progress towards research and professional language learning goals. Graduate students will have additional regular meetings with the instructor or supervisor. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. May be repeated if enrolled in a different language.

ASIALANG 360 — INTERMEDIATE READING PROFICIENCY IN ASIAN LANGUAGES

4 credits.

Reinforces the skills of reading various genres of Asian target-language writings. Designed for students who have taken at least a first year Asian language course.

ASIALANG 375 — ADVANCED JAPANESE: SOLIDIFYING THE FOUNDATIONS

3 credits.

Focus on proficiency in four skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) and Japanese culture. Continuation of skill development in reviewing, reinforcing, and expanding grammar, kanji and vocabulary/ expressions. Introduce skills to understand authentic textual and audiovisual materials. Solidify the foundations in preparation for advanced-level Japanese coursework.

Requisites: ASIALANG 303 or placement into ASIALANG 304

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Spring 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Connect sentences to provide information on some familiar and abstract topics (e.g., cultural differences and social issues)
Audience: Undergraduate

2. State nuanced opinions and understand others’ view points
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Understand the main idea and some details in talk and authentic texts that contain mostly familiar vocabulary
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Develop the understanding and use of various styles such as spoken vs. written styles, formal vs. casual styles, etc.
Audience: Undergraduate

5. Examine some cultural similarities and differences between the target culture and one's own, as well as the diversity within each culture and their connections in the globalized world
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 376 — JAPANESE CONVERSATION

3 credits.

Enhance oral communication skills in various everyday contexts. Examines how different terminology, phrases, speech styles, and strategies are used to carry on conversations in various real-life situations and practice adopting them. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 335 prior to Fall 2019.

Requisites: ASIALANG 204 (or E ASIAN 204 prior to Summer 2019) or placement into ASIALANG 303

Course Designation: Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Fall 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. understand the difference between grammars and expressions commonly used in conversational Japanese and written Japanese
Audience: Undergraduate

2. become familiar with a variety of strategies used to initiate, maintain and close a conversation, to overcome the lack of vocabulary knowledge, and to become a supportive listener
Audience: Undergraduate

3. appreciate different styles of speech used depending on the contexts, relationship with the interlocutors, and the speakers’ identities
Audience: Undergraduate

4. understand main ideas on familiar topics and some unfamiliar topics delivered through conversations
Audience: Undergraduate

5. state and support your views on a variety of familiar topics and in uncomplicated situations
Audience: Undergraduate

6. narrate a story and make a presentation on familiar topics with preparation
Audience: Undergraduate

7. establish habits of reflecting on your strengths and weaknesses as a speaker of Japanese and consider ways to make improvements
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 377 — BUSINESS JAPANESE COMMUNICATION

3 credits.

Enhances oral and written communication skills that are specific to business contexts. Review essential grammar and honorific expressions for proper styles of communication. Develop the understanding of cultural and geographical factors that influence business practices in Japan. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 377 prior to Fall 2019.

Requisites: ASIALANG 204 or 358 (or E ASIAN 204 prior to Fall 2019) or placement into ASIALANG 303

Course Designation: Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Spring 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Apply basic rules of Keigo, Japanese respectful expressions, to speak and write properly in common business situations.
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Communicate by e-mail and by phone in Japanese to accomplish everyday tasks.
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Demonstrate social and cultural knowledge that is necessary to work in Japan or to use Japanese at work.
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Evaluate career opportunities after graduation and be able to explain the reasons for applying to jobs in order to obtain desirable careers.
Audience: Undergraduate

5. Develop Shakaijin kiso ryoku, “fundamental competencies for working persons,” which are defined by Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, − ability to make actions, ability to think thoroughly, and the ability to work in team.
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 378 — CHINESE CONVERSATION

3 credits.

Oral communication skills including verbal and nonverbal behavior in Mandarin Chinese. Useful terms and phrases for daily conversations and professional reports. Practice conversation and interacting appropriately in varying real-life situations. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 333 prior to Fall 2019.

Requisites: ASIALANG 202 (or E ASIAN 202 prior to Fall 2019) or placement into ASIALANG 301

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Fall 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Initiate, maintain, and close a conversation in both formal and informal settings
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Have basic knowledge of Chinese socio-cultural values in order to speak appropriately in various contexts
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Summarize main ideas, narrate a story and give presentations on a familiar topic.
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Discuss a variety of topics and share perspectives concerning both concrete and abstract ideas
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 379 — BUSINESS CHINESE

3 credits.

Introduces learners of Chinese to the culture, commerce, and etiquette in the Chinese society. Students will acquire a working knowledge of the vocabulary and expressions that are essential for business transactions. They will also learn culturally applicable business strategies and understand Chinese people's expectations, concerns and needs. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 379 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 381 — BUSINESS KOREAN

3 credits.

Build advanced-level speaking, vocabulary, and communication skills needed for a variety of Korean business settings. Become familiar with Korean business culture through classroom activities and homework assignments. Topics include formal communication skills, business-related vocabulary frequently used in formal writing, and current issues related to Korea's economy, society and culture. Understand Korean companies' hiring processes and detailed information regarding Korean-specific business culture and issues. Enhance language skills for business settings in South Korea.

Requisites: ASIALANG 305 (E ASIAN 347 prior to Summer 2019) or placement into ASIALANG 306

Course Designation: Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S
Grad 50% - Counts toward 50% graduate coursework requirement

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Spring 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand and participate in work-related conversations
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

2. Produce coherent and clearly organized written texts in business settings
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

3. Understand Korean companies’ hiring processes and detailed information regarding Korean-specific business culture and issues.
Audience: Graduate

ASIALANG 401 — SEVENTH SEMESTER CHINESE

3 credits.

Extensive readings in advanced general and specialized texts in contemporary Chinese, and discussion on the content of the reading materials. Conducted in Chinese. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 401 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 402 — EIGHTH SEMESTER CHINESE

3 credits.

Extensive readings in advanced general and specialized texts in contemporary Chinese, and discussion on the content of the reading materials. Conducted in Chinese. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 402 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 403 — SEVENTH SEMESTER JAPANESE

3 credits.

Extensive readings in advanced general and specialized texts in contemporary Japanese, and discussion on the content of the reading materials. Conducted in Japanese. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 403 prior to Summer 2019.

ASIALANG 405 — SEVENTH SEMESTER KOREAN

3 credits.

Extensive readings in advanced general and specialized texts in Korean, and discussion on the content of the reading materials. Conducted in Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 405 prior to Summer 2019.

ASIALANG 406 — EIGHTH SEMESTER KOREAN

3 credits.

Extensive readings in advanced general and specialized texts in Korean, and discussion on the content of the reading materials. Conducted in Korean. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for E ASIAN 406 prior to Summer 2019.

ASIALANG 407 — THIRD SEMESTER SOUTHEAST ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 408 — FOURTH SEMESTER SOUTHEAST ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 417 — THIRD SEMESTER SOUTH ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 421 — SEVENTH SEMESTER ASIAN LANGUAGE

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced high level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department.

ASIALANG 422 — EIGHTH SEMESTER ASIAN LANGUAGE

3-4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced high level in listening, speaking, reading and writing, using communicative approaches. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 602 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 427 — FOURTH SEMESTER SOUTH ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the intermediate level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 451 — ADVANCED READINGS IN JAPANESE

3 credits.

Introduces a variety of authentic texts in Japanese, such as essays, newspaper articles, and short stories. Utilize reading strategies introduced in class, discuss related topics, and write short essays. Develop the advanced level of linguistic proficiency as well as some understanding of the Japanese society and culture.

Requisites: ASIALANG 303 or placement into ASIALANG 304

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S
Grad 50% - Counts toward 50% graduate coursework requirement

Repeatable for Credit: Yes, unlimited number of completions

Last Taught: Fall 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Acquire the vocabulary, kanji, and expressions appropriate for advanced level language use
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

2. Develop strategies to understand authentic texts in various genres and styles with unfamiliar vocabulary
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

3. Understand authentic texts and recognize some literary and technical styles
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

4. State and support their own views based on critical reading of the texts
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

5. Develop further understanding of the Japanese culture and society
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

6. Acquire study skills to develop their proficiency in Japanese on topics related to their academic field of study
Audience: Graduate

ASIALANG 452 — ADVANCED JAPANESE THROUGH AUDIO-VISUAL MEDIA

3 credits.

Enhance Japanese language proficiency through the study of various genres of audio-visual media, including drama, news, documentary, talk/variety show, and commercials. Primarily focuses on the development of listening comprehension and media literacy, but also provides opportunities to improve ability to express viewpoints through writing and speaking in Japanese.

Requisites: ASIALANG 303 (or E ASIAN 303 prior to Summer 2019) or placement into ASIALANG 304

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Spring 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Grasp basic ideas on some unfamiliar topics delivered through a variety of audio-visual media produced in Japanese
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Demonstrate the understanding of different registers and styles of Japanese language used in different genres of media discourse
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Demonstrate how visual and sound effects contribute to the creation of meaning
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Analyze how media discourse contributes to the creation, maintenance, or critique of certain ideological beliefs
Audience: Undergraduate

5. State and support their own views on some social and cultural issues discussed or implied in a variety of audio-visual media produced in Japanese
Audience: Undergraduate

6. Create audio-visual media presentations on topics of their interest
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 454 — ADVANCED CHINESE THROUGH MEDIA

3 credits.

Designed for advanced learners of Chinese to improve their Chinese language skills and cultural knowledge. Students will watch and analyze audio-visual media, such as documentary, talk show, movies, etc. In addition, students will make audios/videos to tell stories about themselves, their friends, or others.

ASIALANG 456 — ADVANCED KOREAN THROUGH AUDIO-VISUAL MEDIA

3 credits.

Improve listening comprehension, media literacy, speaking, and writing skills. Using various genres of audio-visual media materials, including drama, news, documentaries, talk/variety shows, and advertisements, gain a deeper understanding of contemporary Korean society and culture. Develop listening comprehension skills by watching and listening to authentic Korean media content. Analyze media content critically and develop media literacy skills. Practice speaking and writing skills through engaging discussions and assignments.

Requisites: ASIALANG 305 or placement into ASIALANG 306

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S

Repeatable for Credit: No

Learning Outcomes: 1. Understand and interpret unfamiliar topics presented through a diverse range of Korean audio-visual media.
Audience: Undergraduate

2. Demonstrate an understanding of different registers and styles of the Korean language used in various genres of media discourse.
Audience: Undergraduate

3. Analyze the role and significance of visual and sound effects in the creation of meaning within audio-visual media.
Audience: Undergraduate

4. Express students' own views on social and cultural issues depicted in Korean media.
Audience: Undergraduate

5. Create audio-visual media presentations on topics of interest and effectively communicate ideas and messages using audio-visual media.
Audience: Undergraduate

ASIALANG 457 — ADVANCED CHINESE: READING AND WRITING

3 credits.

Learn to interpret modified and authentic Chinese reading materials, including textbook articles, news reports, and online posts from various social media. Learn the basics of Chinese writing, and practice planning, writing, and revising Chinese essays. Solidify Chinese reading and writing skills, cultivate wider and deeper perspectives towards Chinese society and culture, and develop insight into one's own language and culture.

Requisites: ASIALANG 301, 379, placement into ASIALANG 302, or graduate/professional standing

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S
Grad 50% - Counts toward 50% graduate coursework requirement

Repeatable for Credit: No

Last Taught: Fall 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Identify and understand main messages and supporting details on selected Chinese reading materials.
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

2. Use Chinese (in speaking or writing) to express their opinions, explain complex matters in detail, and provide lengthy and coherent narrations or arguments in response to certain reading materials and writing prompts, all with fluency, accuracy and complexity.
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

3. Learn new vocabulary and sentence structures from selected Chinese reading materials.
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

4. Learn and practice reading and writing strategies in Chinese.
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

5. Search, evaluate and share information from various text sources.
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

6. Strengthen intercultural awareness and critical thinking abilities through class discussions, individual projects and group collaborations
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

7. Strengthen research skills, inquiry abilities and academic presentation skills.
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

8. Strengthen higher-level writing skills in Chinese, including synthesize scholarly literature, present critical analysis, and writing in a scholarly voice.
Audience: Graduate

ASIALANG 460 — INTERMEDIATE HIGH READING PROFICIENCY IN ASIAN LANGUAGES

4 credits.

Reinforces the skills of reading various genres of Asian target-language writings. Designed for students who have taken at least three semesters of an Asian language course.

ASIALANG 475 — ADVANCED TOPICS IN ASIAN TRANSLATION

3 credits.

Topics course in advanced translation from Asian languages to English. Discussion of naming conventions, genre, advanced grammar, audience, transcription, etc.

Requisites: Consent of instructor

Course Designation: Breadth - Humanities
Frgn Lang - 5th + semester language course
Level - Advanced
L&S Credit - Counts as Liberal Arts and Science credit in L&S
Grad 50% - Counts toward 50% graduate coursework requirement

Repeatable for Credit: Yes, unlimited number of completions

Last Taught: Spring 2024

Learning Outcomes: 1. Comprehend and employ various approaches to interpreting literature
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

2. Demonstrate knowledge of major movements, trends, or events in the development of world cultures
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

3. Demonstrate an appreciation of the complexities of the interpretative process within historical and cultural contexts
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

4. Apply critical approaches to the works and think critically about and appreciate the complexities of literary texts and translations
Audience: Both Grad & Undergrad

5. Gain experience presenting texts and topics related to your research to outside audiences (primarily your classmates and the instructor)
Audience: Graduate

ASIALANG 507 — FIFTH SEMESTER SOUTHEAST ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced-low level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 508 — SIXTH SEMESTER SOUTHEAST ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced-low level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 517 — FIFTH SEMESTER SOUTH ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 527 — SIXTH SEMESTER SOUTH ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 560 — ADVANCED READING PROFICIENCY IN ASIAN LANGUAGES

4 credits.

Reinforces the skills of reading various genres of Asian Languages writings. Designed for students who have taken at least a second year Asian languages course

ASIALANG 607 — SEVENTH SEMESTER SOUTHEAST ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced-high level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 608 — EIGHTH SEMESTER SOUTHEAST ASIAN LANGUAGE

4 credits.

Proficiency at the advanced-high level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, using communicative approaches.

ASIALANG 653 — ADVANCED READINGS IN HINDI LANGUAGE

3 credits.

Designed for advanced learners of Hindi and will enhance students' knowledge of the language through reading a variety of genres from different time periods. Introducing more advanced and specialized vocabulary and sentence patterns, it primarily focuses on reading and analyzing texts but also provides opportunities to express viewpoints and increase written and spoken proficiency skills in Hindi. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 653 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 675 — ADVANCED READINGS IN SANSKRIT

3 credits.

Designed for advanced learners of Sanskrit and will enhance students' knowledge of the language through reading in a variety of genres from different time periods. Primarily focuses on reading and analyzing texts. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 675 prior to Fall 2019.

ASIALANG 677 — ADVANCED READINGS IN TIBETAN

3 credits.

Designed for advanced level students to reinforce their Tibetan reading skills in ancient and modern poems, enhance their techniques in analyzing ancient and modern Tibetan compositions, translating ancient Tibetan literature, journalism in Modern Tibetan language. We will use Tibetan books of various genres and compositions style such as, verses, prose style to master on various genres and different forms of composition in Tibetan language. Students with prior experience in the language are required to take a placement test administered by the department. Not open to students with credit for LCA LANG 677 prior to Fall 2019.