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21G.404
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German IV
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Discussion and exploration of topics in their current cultural, social, political, and historical contexts in the German-speaking world. Further refinement of oral and written expression and expansion of communicative competence in practical everyday situations. Development of interpretive skills, using literary texts and contemporary media texts (film, TV broadcasts, Web materials). Limited to 18 per section.
| true |
Fall, Spring
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Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.403 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.406
|
German: Communication Intensive I
|
Intensive tutorial in writing and speaking for majors. Provides students with enhanced linguistic and cultural fluency for academic or real-world purposes. 21G.407 builds on writing and speaking skills acquired in 21G.406. Conducted entirely in German. Preference to German majors.
| true |
Fall, Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-0
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None. Coreq: 21G.409, 21G.410, 21G.412, 21G.414, 21G.417, 21G.418, or 21G.420; permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.407
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German: Communication Intensive II
|
Intensive tutorial in writing and speaking for majors. Provides students with enhanced linguistic and cultural fluency for academic or real-world purposes. 21G.407 builds on writing and speaking skills acquired in 21G.406. Conducted entirely in German. Preference to German majors.
| true |
Fall, Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-0
|
None. Coreq: 21G.409, 21G.410, 21G.412, 21G.414, 21G.417, 21G.418, or 21G.420; permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.408
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German Conversation Practice: Online Immersion
|
Focuses on conversational German. Practices communication strategies for a variety of every day conversational situations as well as specific strategies as to how to keep "things going" in a conversation and take turns in a conversation. Also practices on how to present oneself in a professional and academic setting in German. There is plenty of opportunity to converse and present themes and topics relevant and current to the German-speaking world. There is one individual student-instructor conference during the term. Taught via live Zoom sessions. Offered during IAP only. Limited to 15 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
IAP
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-6
|
21G.403 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.409
|
Advanced German: Visual Arts, Media, Creative Expression
|
Students develop their spoken and written language skills via storytelling, drama, interpretative speaking, poetry slam, writing short, creative texts; and by reading contemporary prose, plays, and poetry. Explores different art forms such as short film, photography, installation and digital art, and commercials. Discusses works by Yoko Tawada, Ernst Jandl, and Babak Saed, among others. Students create their own mini-film, commercial, or multimedia work. Taught in German.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.404
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Arts
|
False
|
21G.410
|
Advanced German: Communication for Professionals
|
Exposes students to current issues and language use in German technology, business, and international industrial relations; discusses ramifications of these issues in a larger social and cultural context. Prepares students who wish to work or study in a German-speaking country. Focuses on specialized vocabulary and systematic training in speaking and writing skills to improve fluency and style. Emphasizes communicative strategies that are crucial in a working environment. Includes discussion and analysis of newspaper and magazine articles, modern expository prose, and extensive use of online material. Taught in German.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.404
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.411
|
Conflict, Contest, Controversy: A Literary Investigation of German Politics
|
Investigates political and historical happenings in German-speaking countries through an examination of politically informed literature and art from the past 120 years. Moves topically, analyzing a wide range of genres and literary movements through lenses such as propaganda, religion, art and extremism, immigration and language, and imaginaries of both the past and the future. Focuses on exploring the dialogues and points of contact between creators and historic- political moments from the early 1900s to the present day, unearthing answers to questions about the past, present, and future of German identity. Taught in German. 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.404 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.412
|
Advanced German: Literature and Culture
|
Explores representative and influential works from the 19th century to the present, through literary texts (short prose, drama, poetry), radio plays, art, animated short film, and architecture. Discusses the construction and social function of these works. Provides students with ample opportunity to enhance their German orally and in writing. Topics include questions of how Germany is shaped by its history, debates about identity and identity formation, technology and the human as machine, science and ethics in the context of the present climate emergency. Includes works by E.T.A. Hoffmann, Kafka, Dürrenmatt, and Herta Müller. Taught in German.
| false |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.404 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.414
|
German Culture, Media, and Society
|
Investigates current trends and topics in German literature, theater, film, television, radio, and other media arts productions. Analyzes media texts in the context of their production, reception, and distribution as well as the public debates initiated by these works. Students have the opportunity to discuss topics with a writer, filmmaker, and/or media artist from Germany. Taught in German. Topics vary from term to term.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.404
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.416
|
20th- and 21st-Century German Literature
|
Introduces students to important 20th- and 21st-century literary texts and connects them to the often dramatic course of German history in the last century. Surveys German literature from the beginning of the 20th century to the most recent post-unification texts. Each term focuses on a different broader theme. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. Taught in German.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.404
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.417
|
Cultural Geographies of Germany: Nature, Culture, and Politics
|
Examines the relationship between nature, geography, and power in 20th- and 21st-century German culture. Familiarizes students with a series of themes in literature, science, engineering, urban planning and everyday life that have played a central role in German national imaginaries and concepts of citizenship. Engaging specific examples and historical, ethnographic, literary and visual material, students explore how human-environment relations have figured prominently in German national identity, its economic power, and global connections. Taught in German.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.404 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.418
|
Race and Migration in Europe
|
Addresses the shifting politics of nation, ethnicity, and race in the context of migration and globalization in Germany and Europe. Provides students with analytical tools to approach global concerns and consider Europe and Germany from cross-cultural and interdisciplinary perspectives. Familiarizes students with the ways in which histories of migration, travel, and colonial encounters shape contemporary Europe. Introduces the concepts of transnationalism, diasporic cultures, racism, ethnicity, asylum, and mobility via case studies and materials, including film, ethnography, fiction, and autobiography. Taught in English with a project that requires research and writing in German. Limited to 18.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
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3-0-10
|
21G.404 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
CI-H
|
21G.419
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City Living: Ethnographies of Urban Worlds
|
Introduces the ways in which anthropologists have studied cities. Addressing the question of what constitutes the boundaries of life in the city, students familiarize themselves with key themes - such as the relation between city and countryside, space and place, urban economies, science, globalization, migration, nature/culture, kinship, and race, gender, class and memory - that have guided anthropological analyses of cities across the world. Via engagement with case studies and their own small fieldwork projects, students gain experience with different ethnographic strategies for documenting urban life. Taught in English with a project that requires research and writing in German. Limited to 25 across 21A.402 and 21G.419.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-10
|
21G.404 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Social Sciences
|
False
|
21G.420
|
German Cinema
|
Surveys the history, aesthetics, and cultural context of German film from the early 20th century into the 21st century. Explores early expressionist films and the interaction of German film and society in early Nazi society. Investigates and compares different film traditions of East and West Germany; and examines the new aesthetic styles of the "Berlin School" after the fall of the Berlin wall, as well as new filmic concepts in contemporary productions, including films from filmmakers with migration backgrounds. Special focus on the analysis of the language of film, different genres, and aesthetic traditions in their historical and societal contexts. Taught in German. Limited to 18.
| false |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
2-2-8
|
21G.404 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Arts
|
False
|
21G.451
|
German I
|
Introduction to German language and culture. Acquisition of vocabulary and grammatical concepts through active communication. A variety of contemporary sources, such as online as well as printed materials, audio, and video, provide direct exposure to German language and culture. Development of effective basic communication skills to participate in everyday conversation and cultural situations. For undergraduate credit, see 21G.401. Limited to 18 per section.
| true |
Fall, IAP, Spring
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Graduate
|
4-0-5
|
21G.451 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.452
|
German II
|
Expansion of basic communication skills and further development of linguistic and cultural competencies. Review and completion of basic grammar, building of vocabulary, and practice in writing short essays. Reading of short literary texts. Exposure to history and culture of the German-speaking world through contemporary online materials, audio, and video. For undergraduate credit, see 21G.402. Limited to 18 per section.
| true |
Fall, Spring
|
Graduate
|
4-0-5
|
21G.451 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.501
|
Japanese I
|
Introduction to modern standard Japanese. Emphasis on developing proficiency in speaking and listening, using basic grammar and vocabulary. Basic skills in reading and writing are also taught. Lab work required. For graduate credit see 21G.551. Limited to 16 per section.
| true |
Fall, IAP
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S51
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Special Subject: Japanese I (New)
|
Experimental version of Japanese I, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Designed for students with no previous knowledge of the language, providing opportunities to acquire basic skills for conversation, reading and writing in Japanese. In in-person sessions, students participate in vigorous drill exercises and discussions, engaging in face-to-face interactions within an immersive learning environment, ensuring immediate feedback. In asynchronous sessions, students engage in asynchronous learning activities at their own pace. Activities include grammar and culture lessons, speaking and reading practice, as well as interactive pair/group work designed to develop students' communication skills, language proficiency, and collaborative abilities while deepening their understanding of the Japanese language and culture. Licensed for Fall 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 16 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
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3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.502
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Japanese II
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Enhancement of the four basic skills. Extension of basic grammar. Vocabulary and kanji (Chinese characters) building. Lab work required. For graduate credit see 21G.552. Limited to 16 per section.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.501 or (placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S52
|
Special Subject: Japanese II (New)
|
Experimental version of Japanese II, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Designed to enhance the basic skills for conversation, reading, and writing in Japanese. In in-person sessions, students participate in vigorous drill exercises and discussions, engaging in face-to-face interactions within an immersive learning environment, ensuring immediate feedback. In asynchronous sessions, students engage in asynchronous learning activities at their own pace. Activities include grammar and culture lessons, speaking and reading practice, as well as interactive pair/group work designed to develop students' communication skills, language proficiency, and collaborative abilities while deepening their understanding of the Japanese language and culture. Licensed for Spring 2025 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 16 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.501 or (placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.503
|
Japanese III
|
Students further develop their skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. Involves continued vocabulary and kanji building. Coordinated language lab. Limited to 16 per section.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.502 or (placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S53
|
Special Subject: Japanese III (New)
|
Experimental version of Japanese III, which offers a combination of in-person and asynchronous remote instruction. Students further develop four basic skills in Japanese - listening, speaking, reading and writing. Involves continuous expansion of vocabulary and kanji. Promotes the development of effective communication and collaborative skills, while nurturing learning autonomy. Aims to establish a solid linguistic foundation while deepening understanding of Japanese culture. Licensed for Fall 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 16 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.502 or (placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.504
|
Japanese IV
|
Review and expansion of basic skills. Emphasis on application of basic grammar and vocabulary in various situations. Lab work required. Limited to 16 per section.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.503 or (placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S54
|
Special Subject: Japanese IV (New)
|
Experimental version of Japanese IV, which offers a combination of in-person and asynchronous remote instruction. Aims to build a foundation of basic language skills in Japanese - listening, speaking, reading and writing, enhancing collaborative and interactive skills, while also cultivating learning autonomy. Introduces Japanese honorific and humble language to prepare students to navigate various social and professional situations. Includes comprehensive review of intermediate grammar, along with instruction on versatile writing and persuasive presentation skills. Licensed for Spring 2025 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited 16 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Spring
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
|
21G.503 or (placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.505
|
Japanese V
|
Systematic development of reading, writing, and oral communication skills. Introduction to advanced grammar that deepens the understanding of Japanese culture and society through reading and discussion. Lab work required. Limited to 16 per section.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.504 or (Placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S55
|
Special Subject: Japanese V
|
Experimental version of 21G.505, which offers a combination of in-person and synchronous remote instruction. Aims to achieve simultaneous progression of four skills — listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Immerses students in various aspects of Japanese culture through authentic everyday Japanese media. Licensed for Fall 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 16 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.504 or (Placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.506
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Japanese VI
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Continuation of 21G.505. Further development of reading, writing, and oral communication skills. Extension of advanced grammar and further enhancement of advanced vocabulary. Variety of cultural elements studied through readings, video, and discussion. Lab work required.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.505 or (Placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S56
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Special Subject: Japanese VI
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Experimental version of 21G.506, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Aims to achieve simultaneous progression of four skills — listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Immerses students in various aspects of Japanese culture through authentic everyday Japanese media and engaging in multiple task or project-based activities. Licensed for Spring 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 16 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.505 or (Placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.510
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Project-based Japanese Learning with Multimedia
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Builds advanced Japanese skills that can be applied to real-life issues and/or problems through project-based learning. Focuses on topics in technology, science, and society, such as AI, robotics, environment issues, social justice, the global pandemic, etc. Develops communicative skills (e.g., explaining, expressing opinions, describing) and expands vocabularies and expressions through class debates and discussions. Students conduct two projects (individual and group) to create quality end-products, using digital technologies (e.g., video, 360 images, VR). In-class time devoted to project progress reports and tangible outcomes; Zoom sessions are used for questions and individualized feedback about the projects. Taught entirely in Japanese. Limited to 16 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.506 or (Placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.551
|
Japanese I
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Introduction to modern standard Japanese. Emphasis on developing proficiency in speaking and listening, using basic grammar and vocabulary. Basic skills in reading and writing are also taught. Lab work required. Same as 21G.501, but for graduate credit. Limited to 16 per section.
| true |
Fall, IAP
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Graduate
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4-0-5
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.S57
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Special Subject: Japanese I (New)
|
Experimental version of Japanese I, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Designed for students with no previous knowledge of the language, providing opportunities to acquire basic skills for conversation, reading and writing in Japanese. In in-person sessions, students participate in vigorous drill exercises and discussions, engaging in face-to-face interactions within an immersive learning environment, ensuring immediate feedback. In asynchronous sessions, students engage in asynchronous learning activities at their own pace. Activities include grammar and culture lessons, speaking and reading practice, as well as interactive pair/group work designed to develop students' communication skills, language proficiency, and collaborative abilities while deepening their understanding of the Japanese language and culture. Licensed for Fall 2024 by the Committee on Graduate Programs. Limited 16 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall, IAP
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Graduate
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3-0-6
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.552
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Japanese II
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Enhancement of the four basic skills. Extension of basic grammar. Vocabulary and <em>kanji</em> (Chinese characters) building. Lab work required. Same as 21G.502, but for graduate credit. Limited to 16 per section.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
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4-0-5
|
21G.551 or (placement test and permission of instructor)
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.S58
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Special Subject: Japanese II (New)
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Experimental version of Japanese II, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Designed to enhance the basic skills for conversation, reading, and writing in Japanese. In in-person sessions, students participate in vigorous drill exercises and discussions, engaging in face-to-face interactions within an immersive learning environment, ensuring immediate feedback. In asynchronous sessions, students engage in asynchronous learning activities at their own pace. Activities include grammar and culture lessons, speaking and reading practice, as well as interactive pair/group work designed to develop students' communication skills, language proficiency, and collaborative abilities while deepening their understanding of the Japanese language and culture. Licensed for Spring 2025 by the Committee on Graduate Programs. Limited to 16 for pedagogical purposes.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
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3-0-6
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.554
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Inventing the Samurai
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Explores the historical origins of the Japanese warrior class as well as its reinvention throughout the archipelago's history. Special focus on the pre-modern era (200-1600 CE). Highlights key historical contexts including the rise of the imperial court, interactions with the broader world, and the establishment of a warrior-dominated state. Also considers the modern imaginations and uses of the warrior figure. Taught in English with a project that requires research in Japanese. Preference to Japanese minors.
| false |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-10
|
21G.504 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.555
|
Modern Japan: 1600 to the Present
|
Surveys Japanese history from the establishment of the Tokugawa shogunate in 1603 to the present and explores the local and global nature of modernity in Japan. Highlights key themes, including the emergence of a modern nation-state, the rise and fall of the Japanese Empire, the development of mass consumer culture and the middle class, and the continued importance of historical memory in Japan today. Taught in English with a project that requires research in Japanese. Preference to Japanese minors.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-10
|
21G.504 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.556
|
World War II in Asia
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Examines World War II in the Asia-Pacific region, starting with the rise of the Japanese Empire after World War I and ending with the Allied occupation of Japan from 1945 to 1952. Highlights the diverse and, at times, contradictory forces in politics, society, and culture that shaped the wartime experiences of the empire's inhabitants. Taught in English with a project that requires research in Japanese. Preference to Japanese minors.
| false |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
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3-0-10
|
21G.504 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.562
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Gateway to Japanese Literature and Culture
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Surveys the nature, history, and distinctive features of Japanese literature and cultural history from the beginnings through the threshold of modernity. Examines various genres of poetry, historiography and mythological lore, prose tales and fiction, diaries, essays, Noh and puppet plays, short stories and novels; and helps students appreciate the texts' relevance in the historical and cultural context in which authors wrote them, in the broader context of literary traditions from around the world, and for the humanistic and aesthetic power that make them poignant to us today. Showcases how authors increasingly enjoyed adapting, redoing, and satirizing earlier models, while constantly developing new expressive forms suited to the urgent needs of their time. Includes an eco-literature lab, a creative writing lab, and a history-writing lab for collaborative experimentation. Taught in English with a project in Japanese.
| false |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
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3-0-10
|
21G.504 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.591
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Gender and Japanese Popular Culture
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Examines relationships between identity and participation in Japanese popular culture as a way of understanding the changing character of media, capitalism, fan communities, and culture. Emphasizes contemporary popular culture and theories of gender, sexuality, race, and the workings of power and value in global culture industries. Topics include manga (comic books), hip-hop and other popular music, anime and feature films, video games, contemporary literature, and online communication. Students present analyses of materials during in-class discussions and develop a final project based on a particular aspect of gender and popular culture. Several films screened outside of regular class meeting times. Taught in English with a project that requires research in Japanese. Preference to Japanese minors.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
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3-0-10
|
21G.504 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.592
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Introduction to Japanese Culture
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Examines the major aesthetic, social, and political elements that have shaped modern Japanese culture and society. Includes readings on contemporary Japan and the historical evolution of the culture. Students study literary texts, film and art, and analyze everyday life and leisure activities. Taught in English with a project that requires research in Japanese. Limited to 18; preference to Japanese minors.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
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3-0-10
|
21G.504 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
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CI-H
|
21G.593
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Japanese Media Cultures
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Examines storytelling media in twentieth and twenty-first century Japan, situating emerging media aesthetics and practices alongside broader shifts in cultural and social life. Engages with pivotal works in a wide range of media including film, literature, anime, manga, and video games, as well as critical concepts in Japanese media studies. Taught in English with a project that requires research in Japanese. Preference to Japanese minors.
| false |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
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3-0-10
|
21G.504 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
CI-H
|
21G.594
|
Cinema in Japan and Korea
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Focuses on landmark art cinema from both countries while providing a thorough introduction to film style. Each week examines a different component of film form, using the close analysis of specific films in their cultural and historical context. Explores the use of video essays as a form of critical analysis. Taught in English with a project that requires research in Japanese. Preference to Japanese minors. Limited to 18.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
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3-0-10
|
21G.504 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Arts
|
False
|
21G.595
|
Cultures of Popular Music in East Asia: Japan, Korea, China
|
Explores a variety of music cultures in contemporary East Asia. Emphasizes examples from Japan, but forays elsewhere, including South Korea and China. Uses writings, videos, and recordings of musical performances, events, and objects in a variety of contexts to better understand how the concept of culture gives insight into gender, class, sexuality, race, ethnicity, nationhood, and individual identities. Explores ethnographic approaches to musical cultures with a focus on the last thirty years. Topics include Japanese hip-hop, K-Pop idols, Vocaloids (virtual idols), Chinese popular music and protest, street music, streaming and online distribution for global music, and experimental music. Students conduct ethnographic fieldwork and produce sonic presentations. No music experience nor technical expertise required. Taught in English with a project that requires research in Japanese.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-10
|
21G.504 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Arts
|
False
|
21G.596
|
Anime: Transnational Media and Culture
|
Explores anime (Japanese animated films and TV shows) as a study in flows among media and cultures. Discusses Japan's substantial share of the TV cartoon market and the reasons for anime's worldwide success. Focuses on cultural production and the ways anime cultures are created through the interactive efforts of studios, sponsors, fans, broadcasters, and distributors. Uses anime scholarship and media examples as a means to examine leading theories in media and cultural studies, gender and sexuality, technology and identity, and post-industrial globalization. Taught in English with a project that requires research in Japanese. Preference to Japanese minors.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-10
|
21G.504 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.597
|
Digital Media in Japan and Korea
|
Examines the social, cultural, and political stakes of digital culture in Japan and Korea. Focuses on digital media use (and abuse), including the internet, streaming and mobile media, gaming, robots, and augmented realities; the digital remediation of older media; and methods for the study of online life. By considering how digital media use has developed in each country and reshaped identity, politics, public space, and creative practice, students build a conceptual and critical vocabulary for the comparative study of algorithmic cultures. Taught in English with a project that requires research in Japanese. Preference to Japanese minors.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-10
|
21G.504 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.800
|
Accelerated Introductory Portuguese
|
Accelerated introduction to the language and culture of the Portuguese-speaking world, with special attention to Brazilian Portuguese. For students with little or no previous knowledge of Portuguese. Introduction to understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Portuguese. Covers essential content of complete first-year Portuguese in one semester. Maximal use of fundamentals of grammar in active communication. Audio and video based language laboratory program coordinated with and supplemented to class work. Conducted in Portuguese. Limited to 18.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.801
|
Portuguese I
|
Introduction to the language and culture of the Portuguese-speaking world, with special attention to Brazilian Portuguese. Focuses on basic oral expression, listening comprehension, and elementary reading and writing. Students develop their vocabulary and understanding of grammatical concepts through active communication. Designed for students with no knowledge/proficiency in Portuguese. For graduate credit, see 21G.851. Limited to 18.
| true |
IAP
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S81
|
Special Subject: Portuguese I
|
Experimental version of Portuguese I, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. An introduction for students with little or no previous knowledge of Portuguese. Aims to achieve simultaneous progression of four skills — listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Licensed for Fall 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.802
|
Portuguese II
|
Continuation of 21G.801. Focuses on expanding communication skills and further development of linguistic competency. Uses a variety of authentic materials, such as the audio, video, web, and printed materials, to help develop cultural awareness and linguistic proficiency. For graduate credit, see 21G.852. Limited to 18.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.801 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S82
|
Special Subject: Portuguese II
|
Experimental version of Portuguese II, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Focus on communication with emphasis on basic oral expression. Aims to help students master the core grammar and basic vocabulary of Portuguese, fostering their engagement in everyday conversation with native speakers, as well as reading simple texts, both fiction and non-fiction, with relative ease. Licensed for Spring 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.801 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.880
|
Accelerated Introductory Portuguese for Spanish Speakers
|
Accelerated introduction to the language and culture of the Portuguese-speaking world, with special attention to Brazilian Portuguese. Designed for speakers of Spanish (native or bilingual, or those who have completed two college years or the equivalent). Covers essential content of first-year Portuguese in one semester. Builds on the similarities and differences between both languages in grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation for speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. For graduate credit, see 21G.855. Limited to 18.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.704 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.803
|
Portuguese III
|
Expands the breadth and depth of students' skills in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Portuguese while continuing to provide exposure to the history and cultures of the Portuguese-speaking world. Uses short stories, films and music to study issues of historical and current interest. Conducted entirely in Portuguese. Limited to 18.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.802, 21G.880, or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S83
|
Special Subject: Portuguese III
|
Experimental version of Portuguese III, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. A beginning intermediate language class that aims to expand and consolidate the student's basic linguistic skills, as well as several relevant cultural aspects of the Portuguese-speaking world. Includes a thorough review of grammar through exposure to input from various sources: written texts, movies, multi-media and discussions in Portuguese. Licensed for Fall 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.802, 21G.880, or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.804
|
Portuguese IV
|
Continued study of the language and culture to improve fluency, accuracy and style in both oral and written communication. Students discuss current news articles, short literary texts, films, music and web-based materials dealing with issues relevant to the Portuguese-speaking world. Coursework also includes grammar review. Conducted entirely in Portuguese. Limited to 18.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.803 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S84
|
Special Subject: Portuguese IV
|
Experimental version of Portuguese IV, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Develops linguistic competence and expands students' background knowledge of the history and cultures of the Portuguese-speaking world. Aims to promote cross-cultural understanding through the use of authentic materials such as literary or historical readings, film, music, photography and excerpts from the press. Licensed for Spring 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.803 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.811
|
Conversational Portuguese
|
Intermediate-level subject designed to build the student's vocabulary and improve oral communication through discussion of topics related to cultural and social aspects of Portuguese-speaking societies. Provides extensive listening and speaking practice in oral discourse, including dialogues, narrative and description, with great emphasis on everyday-life situations. Conducted entirely in Portuguese. Limited to 18.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.804 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.820
|
Topics in Modern Portuguese Literature and Culture
|
Close study of history and criticism of Portuguese literature, focusing on a specific group of writers, a movement, a theme, a critical or theoretical issue, or an analytic approach. May be repeated for credit with permission of instructor. Taught in Portuguese.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.804 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.821
|
The Beat of Brazil: Portuguese Language and Brazilian Society Through its Music
|
Presents an overview of Brazilian history, art, and culture from the late 19th century to the present day. Topics covered are woven into the larger theme of popular Brazilian music, and include the Modern Art Week of 1922, Cândido Portinari's paintings, the Tropicalist art movement, and the role of artists and intellectuals during and after the military dictatorship. Identifies and distinguishes the main Brazilian musical styles, connecting them to specific historical periods and events, discussing how they reflect different notions of identity, and analyzing cultural production from a transnational perspective. Practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing is provided, with strong emphasis on developing critical thinking. Taught in Portuguese. Limited to 18.
| false |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.804 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Arts
|
False
|
21G.822
|
Portuguese Language through Brazilian Film
|
Focuses on some of the most representative contemporary Brazilian film productions of the past half century. Topics covered examine their historical, social, political, and social context. Selected films explore aspects such as social inequality, migration, race relations, the role of women in society, as well as major political and historical events that have impacted Brazilian society. Identifies the main Brazilian characteristics and themes in contemporary film production, connecting them to specific historical periods and events, discussing how they reflect different notions of identity, and analyzing cultural production from a transnational perspective. Practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing is provided, with strong emphasis on developing critical thinking. Taught in Portuguese. 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.804 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Arts
|
False
|
21G.851
|
Portuguese I
|
Introduction to the language and culture of the Portuguese-speaking world, with special attention to Brazilian Portuguese. Focuses on basic oral expression, listening comprehension, and elementary reading and writing. Students develop their vocabulary and understanding of grammatical concepts through active communication. Designed for students with no knowledge/proficiency in Portuguese. For undergraduate credit, see 21G.801. Enrollment limited.
| true |
IAP
|
Graduate
|
4-0-5
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.S85
|
Special Subject: Portuguese I
|
Experimental version of Portuguese I, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. An introduction for students with little or no previous knowledge of Portuguese. Aims to achieve simultaneous progression of four skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Licensed for Fall 2024 by the Committee on Graduate Programs. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.852
|
Portuguese II
|
Continuation of 21G.851. Focuses on expanding communication skills and further development of linguistic competency. Uses a variety of authentic materials, such as the audio, video, web, and printed materials, to help develop cultural awareness and linguistic proficiency. For undergraduate credit, see 21G.802. Enrollment limited.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
4-0-5
|
21G.851 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.S86
|
Special Subject: Portuguese II
|
Experimental version of Portuguese II, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Focus on communication with emphasis on basic oral expression. Aims to help students master the core grammar and basic vocabulary of Portuguese, fostering their engagement in everyday conversation with native speakers, as well as reading simple texts, both fiction and non-fiction, with relative ease. Licensed for Spring 2024 by the Committee on Graduate Programs. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.851 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.855
|
Accelerated Introductory Portuguese for Spanish Speakers
|
Accelerated introduction to the language and culture of the Portuguese-speaking world, with special attention to Brazilian Portuguese. Designed for speakers of Spanish (native or bilingual, or those who have completed two college years or the equivalent). Covers essential content of first-year Portuguese in one semester. Builds on the similarities and differences between both languages in grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation for speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. For undergraduate credit, see 21G.880. Limited to 18.
| true |
Spring
|
Graduate
|
4-0-5
|
21G.704 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
False
|
False
|
21G.611
|
Russian I (Regular)
|
Emphasizes the development of communicative and cultural competence, as well as mastery of the foundations of Russian grammar and vocabulary. Using video, internet resources, and varied cultural materials, students work on developing speaking, reading, and writing skills. Conducted in both Russian and English. Designed for students with no knowledge of Russian. Limited to 18.
| true |
IAP
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S61
|
Special Subject: Russian I
|
Experimental version of 21G.611, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Aims to achieve simultaneous progression of four skills — listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Emphasizes the development of communicative and cultural competence, as well as mastering the foundations of Russian grammar and vocabulary. Conducted in both Russian and English. Designed for students with no knowledge of Russian. Licensed for Fall 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.612
|
Russian II (Regular)
|
Continuing instruction in Russian language and culture with emphasis on acquisition of vocabulary and grammatical concepts through active communication. Conducted in both Russian and English. Provides exposure to the language via a video program, internet resources, and literary texts that are integrated in grammar instruction and conversation tasks. Limited to 18.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.611 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S62
|
Special Subject: Russian II
|
Experimental version of 21G.612, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Aims to achieve simultaneous progression of four skills — listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Continuing instruction in Russian language and culture with emphasis on acquisition of vocabulary and grammatical concepts through active communication. Provides exposure to the language via a video program, internet resources, and literary texts that are integrated in grammar instruction and conversation tasks. Licensed for Spring 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.611 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.613
|
Russian III (Regular)
|
Includes comprehensive review and expansion of grammar and vocabulary. Emphasizes the development of speaking, reading, and writing skills. Examines adapted and authentic literary texts, media resources, and film. Develops communicative skills necessary for personal and professional interaction in a Russian-language environment. Limited to 18.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.612 and permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S63
|
Special Subject: Russian III
|
Experimental version of 21G.613, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Aims to achieve simultaneous progression of four skills — listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Includes comprehensive review and expansion of grammar and vocabulary. Examines adapted and authentic literary texts, media resources, and film. Develops communicative skills necessary for personal and professional interaction in a Russian-language environment. Licensed for Fall 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.612 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.614
|
Russian IV (Regular)
|
Features intermediate to advanced study of Russian with a comprehensive review of grammar, and emphasis on more complex communicative topics. Reading and writing skills developed through study of various topics in Russian culture and society. Uses a variety of authentic literary and non-fiction texts, media resources, and film. Limited to 18.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.613 and permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.S64
|
Special Subject: Russian IV
|
Experimental version of 21G.614, which offers a combination of in-person and remote instruction. Aims to achieve simultaneous progression of four skills — listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Includes a comprehensive review of grammar with an emphasis on more complex communicative topics in personal and professional contexts. Reading and writing skills developed through study of various topics in Russian culture and society. Uses a variety of authentic literary and non-fiction texts, media resources, and film. Licensed for Spring 2024 by the Committee on Curricula. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.613 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.615
|
Russian V: Russian for STEM
|
Explores historical contributions of Russian scientists and inventors in a global perspective. Focuses on developing advanced-level reading, speaking, and writing skills through discussing problems in technology and society, such as the history of the space race, development of internet technologies, environmental issues, and the global pandemic. Students participate in class debates and discussions and create a final presentation on a topic of professional interest. Course materials combine articles, book excerpts, films, interviews, and project-based tasks. Taught in Russian. Open to advanced students of Russian and heritage speakers. Limited to 18.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.614 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.616
|
Advanced Russian: Explorations in Russian Culture, Society, and Media
|
Explores various topics in contemporary Russian culture and society, such as the major cultural centers and regions of the country; contemporary music, film, and visual arts; food and culture of hospitality; and ways of behavior and cultural traditions. Engages students in cross-cultural comparisons and offers an opportunity to interact with Russian-speaking professionals of the Boston area. Focuses on developing higher-level vocabulary, listening, speaking, and writing skills. Taught in Russian. Open to advanced students of Russian and heritage speakers. Limited to 18.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.614 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.618
|
Introduction to the Classics of Russian Literature - Russian Language Option
|
Explores the works of classical Russian writers of the 19th and 20th centuries, including stories and novels by Pushkin, Gogol, Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, Chekhov, Bunin, Nabokov, Platonov, and others. Focuses on their approaches to portraying self and society, and on literary responses to fundamental ethical and philosophical questions about justice, freedom, free will, fate, love, loyalty, betrayal, and forgiveness. Taught in English with additional readings and a short writing project in Russian.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-10
|
21G.614 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.901
|
Korean I (Regular)
|
Introduction to modern standard Korean with emphasis on developing conversational skills by using fundamental grammatical patterns and vocabulary in functional and culturally suitable contexts. Basic reading and writing are also taught. Placement interview with instructors on or before Registration Day required of students who have had prior exposure to Korean elsewhere. Limited to 16 per section. No listeners.
| true |
Fall, IAP
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.902
|
Korean II (Regular)
|
Continuation of 21G.901. For full description, see 21G.901. Placement interview with instructors on or before Registration Day required of students who have had prior exposure to Korean elsewhere. Limited to 16 per section. No listeners.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.901 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.903
|
Korean III (Regular)
|
Continuing instruction in spoken and written Korean, with particular emphasis on consolidating basic conversational skills and improving reading confidence and depth. Lab work required. Placement interview with instructors on or before Registration Day required of students who have had prior exposure to Korean elsewhere. Limited to 16 per section. No listeners.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.902 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.904
|
Korean IV (Regular)
|
Continuation of 21G.903. For full description, see 21G.903. Placement interview with instructors on or before Registration Day required of students who have had prior exposure to Korean elsewhere. Limited to 16 per section. No listeners.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.903 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.905
|
Korean V
|
Designed to improve students' skills in listening, reading, speaking, and writing in Korean. Explores various topics such as Korean contemporary culture, traditional holidays, humor, history, cultural heritage, daily life, and other related subjects. Students compare, in writing and speaking, the Korean context with their own backgrounds. Placement interview with instructors on or before Registration Day required of students who have had prior exposure to Korean elsewhere. Conducted entirely in Korean. Limited to 16 per section.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.904 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.906
|
Korean VI
|
Enables students to understand current social trends in Korea and to develop cross-cultural insights by comparing Korean society with the students' own societies. Students deal more extensively with a variety of topics, such as Korean proverbs, traditional and contemporary lifestyles of Korean people, contemporary pop culture, and other related topics, in order to gain greater knowledge of Korean culture and a deeper awareness of the role that culture and social behavior play in effective communication. Enables development of a high level of fluency and accuracy in students' linguistic/pragmatic competence and performance. Placement interview with instructors on or before Registration Day required of students who have had prior exposure to Korean elsewhere. Conducted entirely in Korean. Limited to 16 per section.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
3-0-9
|
21G.905 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.951
|
Arabic I
|
Introduces students to the fundamentals of Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) using an integrated approach to develop skills in formal and colloquial Arabic and establish basic proficiency. With an overview of basic phonemes, vocabulary, grammatical structures, and the Arabic writing system, provides opportunities to practice the four skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Introduces students to some of the diverse cultures of the Arabic-speaking world, in order to develop intercultural, communicative, and linguistic competencies. Limited to 18.
| true |
Fall, IAP
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.952
|
Arabic II
|
Enables students to continue developing skills in basic Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) using an integrated approach to develop skills in formal and colloquial Arabic. Provides opportunities to practice the four skills of reading, writing, listening, and speaking to develop proficiency. Extends student knowledge of some of the diverse cultures of the Arabic-speaking world in order to develop intercultural, communicative, and linguistic competencies. Limited to 18.
| true |
Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.951 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.953
|
Arabic III (New)
|
Continues to develop speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA). Expands formal, informal vocabulary, and expressions via class discussions and course materials. Assignments and activities focus on building communicative abilities in real life situations through literature, science, media, art, global social issues, and environmental studies. Students use authentic materials to enhance negotiation, reasoning, explaining, describing, and expressing opinions in Arabic. Students present one individual and one group project. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.952 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.701
|
Spanish I
|
For students with no previous knowledge of Spanish. Introduction to understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish. Maximal use of fundamentals of grammar in active communication. Audio- and video-based language laboratory program coordinated with and supplemented to class work. For graduate credit see 21G.751. Limited to 18 per section.
| true |
Fall, IAP, Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
| null | null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.702
|
Spanish II
|
Continues the study of Spanish language and culture using audio, video and print materials, feature films and popular music from Latin America and Spain. Emphasizes writing, vocabulary acquisition, and the study of more complex grammatical structures. Students develop oral skills through group interaction and short presentations. For graduate credit see 21G.752. Limited to 18 per section.
| true |
Fall, Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.701 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.700
|
Introductory Spanish for Heritage Learners
|
Designed for students who have had previous contact with the language, commonly from interactions with their parents or guardians, and who have some degree of speaking and listening skills. Offers an intensive introduction and review of fundamental grammatical and orthographic forms, with an emphasis on those that can be challenging to Heritage Learners. Provides a space for students to validate their bilingual skills and develop their confidence when using Spanish. Limited to 18; placement interview required.
| true |
Fall
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
Permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.703
|
Spanish III
|
Aims at consolidation and expansion of skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Uses short stories and other readings, films, music, and Web projects (including a multimedia exchange with students in Spain) to study issues of historical and current interest in Hispanic culture. Limited to 18 per section.
| true |
Fall, Spring
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.702 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.793
|
Spanish III in Madrid
|
Mastery of oral expression, reading, writing, and listening while experiencing life and culture in Spain's capital, Madrid. Students use language strategically to accomplish objectives and to resolve conflicts, in culturally accurate circumstances utilizing appropriate vocabulary. Limited to 18.
| true |
IAP
|
Undergraduate
|
4-0-8
|
21G.702 or permission of instructor
| null | false | false | false |
False
|
Humanities
|
False
|
21G.704
|
Spanish IV
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Continued study of the language, literature, and culture of Spanish-speaking countries to improve oral and written communication. Materials include contemporary Spanish and Latin American films, literary texts (short stories, poetry and a novel), online video interviews with a variety of Spanish-speakers and other Web resources. Limited to 18 per section.
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Fall, Spring
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Undergraduate
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4-0-8
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21G.703 or permission of instructor
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False
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Humanities
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False
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21G.706
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Spanish for Medicine and Health
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Develops the linguistic skills needed and builds specialized medical terminology to effectively communicate with, assess and care for Spanish-speaking patients in clinical settings. Develops cross-cultural competence and awareness by considering relevant cultural differences and their impact on the doctor-patient relationship. Also discusses major health issues that affect Latinx communities in the United States. Offers extensive practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing using authentic materials (news articles, public health information sites, videos, etc.) and communicative activities (group work, simulations, debates, oral presentations) to develop the proficiency needed to pursue further language study at the advanced level. Limited to 18.
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Spring
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Undergraduate
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4-0-8
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21G.703
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False
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Humanities
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False
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21G.708
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Spanish: Communication Intensive I
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Intensive tutorial in writing and speaking for majors. Provides students with enhanced linguistic and cultural fluency for academic or real-world purposes. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Preference to Spanish majors.
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Fall, Spring
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Undergraduate
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3-0-0
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None. Coreq: 21G.735, 21L.636, 21L.637, 21L.638, 21L.639, 21L.640, or CMS.357; permission of instructor
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False
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False
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False
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21G.709
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Spanish: Communication Intensive II
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Intensive tutorial in writing and speaking for majors. Provides students with enhanced linguistic and cultural fluency for academic or real-world purposes. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Preference to Spanish majors.
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Fall, Spring
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Undergraduate
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3-0-0
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21G.708; Coreq: 21G.735, 21L.636, 21L.637, 21L.638, 21L.639, 21L.640, or CMS.357; permission of instructor
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False
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False
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False
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21G.707
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Graphic Stories: Spanish and Latin American Comics
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Fosters development of spoken and written skills to improve fluency and style in Spanish while exploring graphic novels, comics, or sequential art, of the Spanish-Speaking world (Mexico, Puerto Rico, Argentina, Chile, Spain, and the USA). Special attention given to: autobiographical memory, gender identity, multiculturalism, transatlantic crossings, and science fiction. Small group work, class discussions, debates, and games will be used in order to expand students' vocabulary in a wide range of topics, as well as to improve command of the more problematic grammatical structures in Spanish. Taught in Spanish. Limited to 18 for pedagogical reasons.
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Fall
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
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21G.704 or permission of instructor
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False
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Humanities
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False
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21G.710
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Advanced Communication in Spanish: Topics in Language and Culture
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Advanced work to further develop oral and written skills in Spanish. Emphasizes communicative tasks and the consolidation of grammatical structures. Discussion, oral presentations, essay writing and group projects improve proficiency and prepare students to pursue advanced subjects and/or professional activities in a Spanish-speaking environment. Topics vary from term to term. Taught in Spanish. Limited to 18.
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Fall
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
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21G.704 or permission of instructor
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False
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Humanities
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False
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21G.711
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Advanced Spanish Conversation and Composition: Perspectives on Technology and Culture
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Develops language proficiency through the discussion of the social and cultural impact of science and technology on Hispanic societies. Topics considered are: how STEM innovations affect and benefit communities, relationships, education, work-life, and the environment; ethical implications of technological decision-making; and the role technology plays in art, literature, and film. Improves oral and writing skills working with journalistic and literary selections, films, videos, and guided essays offering diverse perspectives. Taught in Spanish. Enrollment limited.
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Spring
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
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21G.704 or permission of instructor
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False
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Humanities
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False
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21G.712
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Spanish Conversation and Composition
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Further development of spoken and written skills to improve fluency and style. Oral reports by participants on individual topics and group Web-based and video projects. Analyses of selected literary texts, films and popular music. Taught in Spanish. Enrollment limited.
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Fall
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
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21G.704 or permission of instructor
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False
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Humanities
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False
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21G.795
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Advanced Spanish Communication in Spain
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Improves fluency and oral proficiency through the study of Spanish culture, history and society in an immersive environment. Class discussions, debates and oral presentations broaden vocabulary and idiomatic usage, and help mastery of complex grammatical structures. Provides background on Spanish cultural practices, history, and current developments. Assignments and in-class activities include oral reports based on interviews with locals. Guided cultural activities further appreciation and understanding of Spanish culture, art and history and provide topics for oral and written presentations. Conducted entirely in Spanish. Limited to 18.
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IAP
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Undergraduate
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4-0-8
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21G.704 or permission of instructor
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False
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Humanities
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False
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21G.713
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Spanish through Film: Mexico, Chile, Argentina, and Spain
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Aims to increase oral and written communication, grammar, and vocabulary usage in Spanish while exploring a number of contemporary Hispanic films. Covers major films from Mexico, Chile, Argentina, and Spain. Discussion, oral presentations, essay writing and group projects improve proficiency and prepare students to pursue advanced subjects and/or professional activities in a Spanish-speaking environment. Taught in Spanish. Limited to 18.
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Spring
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
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21G.704 or permission of instructor
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False
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Humanities
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False
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21G.714
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Spanish for Heritage Learners
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Designed for students who have conversational skills (typically gained from growing up in a Spanish speaking environment) without a corresponding level of literacy. Builds upon students' existing linguistic and cultural knowledge to develop competence and confidence in using the language in more formal contexts. Examines a variety of texts and genres, music, films and visual arts, in order to enrich vocabulary, improve grammatical accuracy, and gain a greater social, cultural, political, and historical understanding of the Spanish-speaking world. Taught in Spanish. Limited to 18.
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Spring
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
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Fluency in a Spanish dialect or permission of instructor
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False
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Humanities
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False
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21G.715
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Topics in Medicine and Public Health in the Hispanic World
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Strengthens oral and written communication skills in Spanish by examining current topics in medicine and public health. Explores medical and health challenges in various Hispanic nations and among Spanish-speaking communities in the US. Topics include cultural narratives of illness, bioethical considerations of genetic research, women's reproductive rights, Cuba's export of healthcare workers, the ethical implications of medical decision-making, and euthanasia. Draws on sources from the humanities, social sciences and the arts that incorporate diverse perspectives on these issues. Focuses on the use of language in the construction of cultural metaphors and representations of illness and healing. Taught in Spanish. Limited to 18.
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Fall
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Undergraduate
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3-0-9
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21G.704 or permission of instructor
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False
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Humanities
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False
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