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Modern Languages
Dr. Grayson, chair; Prof. Clay, Dr. T. Fox
In an increasingly interdependent world, the study of other languages and cultures has become a fundamental part of every student’s education. Knowledge of at least two languages and familiarity with cultures and societies different from one’s own not only equip university graduates to take responsible and active roles as world citizens but also enhance their effectiveness in a range of professions, including, but not limited to, banking, business, computer science, education, film, government, health care, journalism, law, management, missions, and social work.
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A major in Spanish offers students a triple focus: language, culture, and literature. A minor in Spanish or a minor in French or German Studies offers a double focus in language and culture. After successful completion of the program, majors will be equipped to do the following: • comprehend and interpret written and spoken language; • express themselves in the written and spoken word of that language; • have a fundamental understanding of the literature and civilizations of the countries represented by the target language; and • value other cultures as fellow global citizens.
All majors are required to complete either: a) a departmentally approved study abroad experience for 6 credit hours plus MLAN 3500; or b) a departmentally approved internship experience for 5 hours plus 1 hour of SPAN 3240 and MLAN 3500. These experiences are recommended for minors as well.
MAJORS
SPANISH MAJOR (43-45 hrs.) • 33 SPAN hours including the following: o SPAN courses beyond SPAN 2010 or equivalent, including 2020, 3010, 3020, 3140, 3400 or 3440, one 4-hour literature class at the 4xxx level o At least 6 hours from a study abroad experience or the internship/SPAN 3240 option described above o Elective SPAN courses necessary to reach 33 hours
• MLAN 3500 • MLAN 4900 • A two-semester sequence (6-8 hours) in one other modern language
COMPLEMENTARY MAJORS
SPANISH COMPLEMENTARY MAJOR (30 hrs.) • 26 hours from the following: o SPAN courses beyond 2010 or equivalent, including 2020, 3010, 3020, 3140, 3400 or 3440, and one literature class at the 4xxx level o At least 6 hours from a study abroad experience or the internship/SPAN 3240 option described above o Elective SPAN courses necessary to reach 26 hours
• MLAN 3500 • MLAN 4900
MINORS
FRENCH/GERMAN STUDIES MINOR (15-16 hrs.) • 2 courses in the target language (8 hours of FREN or GERM caption) • one 3-hour history course that studies the target country • one 4-hour Language and Society course (MLAN 2000)
French Studies Minors may opt to take MLAN 3400 (4 hrs.) instead of MLAN 2000. Students completing language courses or history courses during study abroad may opt out of MLAN 2000, instead taking MLAN 3500 followed by MLAN 4900 to complete the minor.
SPANISH MINOR (18 hrs.) • 18 hours from SPAN courses beyond 1020 or equivalent, including 3010 and 3020
EDUCATION MAJORS
Requirements for teaching Spanish (P-12) include completion of specific courses in the subject area and in professional education. Students planning to teach a modern language will work closely with both the Department of Modern Languages and the Department of Teacher Education.
SPANISH EDUCATION MAJOR (91-93 hrs.) • 35 SPAN hours beyond 2010 or equivalent, including: SPAN 2020, 3010, 3020, 3140, 3200, 3400, 3440; 4350 or 4360; 4370 or 4380; elective SPAN courses necessary to reach 35 hours • At least 6 of the above SPAN hours earned via study abroad or approved intensive experience • 7 hours via MLAN 3500, 4700, 4900 • One 3-4 hour course in one other modern language (such as FREN or GERM) • Either an additional 3-4 SPAN hours (beyond the 35) or an additional 3-4 hour course in another modern language • 43-hour education core, including: EDUC 2000, 2100, 2110, 2460, 2520, 2860, 3000, 3100, 3120, 4010, 4710 or 4120 (with advisor and instructor approval), 4930; SPED 2400
Because of other requirements in the major, teaching majors may take the Latin American and Spanish literature classes for 3 hours rather than 4, with instructor permission.
MLAN COURSES
2000 Language and Society 4 hrs. (4, 0)
Introduces the study of language in the context of historical, grammatical, biological, and social issues. Our nationalities, our family histories, our speech communities, our social standings, and our education all influence the ways in which we use language. This course examines the many ways people use and manipulate language according to their individual background to make themselves understood and/or to achieve specific goals in different social settings. OFFERED: Sem. II.
3400 The French- and Spanish-Speaking Caribbean 3 hrs. (3, 0)
Explores the dynamic convergence of cultures, races, and religions that comprise the French- and Spanishspeaking Caribbean. Primary focus is placed on the cultures of Haiti, the French Antilles, Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic, through their history, literature, language, politics, art, and religious expression. Emphasis is put on the complex interrelation of these elements, which have formed the contemporary identity of the region. This course is taught in English. OFFERED: Sem. II.
3500 Immersive Experience: Cultural, Linguistic, and Personal 1 hr. (1, 0)
Designed for the language majors studying abroad or completing an intensive language/culture experience domestically, this course systematically gives them orientation prior to the experience, prepares them for life abroad or in their immersive experience, and helps them process the experience while engaged in it and upon return to campus. CONSENT: Department Chair. PREREQUISITE: FREN/SPAN 2020 or instructor permission. GRADE: CR/NC. OFFERED: Sem. I, II.
4700 Methods in Teaching World Languages 3 hrs. (3, 0)
Provides the modern-language teaching candidate with both a theoretical and practical base from which to draw when entering the field of world-language teaching. Various theories, approaches, and methods for world-language teaching and learning will be presented, although it should be noted that contemporary communicative and standards-based teaching concepts will predominate. Students taking this course should have advanced-level strengths in the language(s) they plan to teach. Field Experience Required. Required of Spanish Education majors. CONSENT: Instructor. OFFERED: Sem. I (with sufficient demand).
4900 Senior Seminar in Cultural Studies 3 hrs. (3, 0)
Addresses openness to truth and Christian commitments and practices from a global perspective of modern languages and cultures. Includes required readings, in-depth discussions, and a major project and presentation. Taught in English. Required of all Spanish teaching and non-teaching majors. Applies to the liberal arts writing and speaking-intensive requirement. CONSENT: Instructor. OFFERED: Sem. I.
FREN COURSES
1010 Elementary French I 4 hrs. (3, 1)
Emphasizes development of fundamental language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and appreciation of Francophone cultures. Individual online or outside language laboratory work is required. PREREQUISITE: Placement. OFFERED: Sem. I, II.
1020 Elementary French II 4 hrs. (3, 1)
Emphasizes development of fundamental language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and appreciation of Francophone cultures. Individual online or outside language laboratory work is required. PREREQUISITE: Placement or FREN 1010. OFFERED: Sem. I, II.
GERM COURSES
1010 Elementary German I 4 hrs. (3, 1)
Emphasizes development of fundamental language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and appreciation of Germanic cultures. Individual online or outside language laboratory work is required. PREREQUISITE: Placement. OFFERED: Sem. I.
1020 Elementary German II 4 hrs. (3, 1)
Emphasizes continued development of fundamental language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and appreciation of Germanic cultures. Individual online or outside language laboratory work is required. PREREQUISITE: Placement or GERM 1010. OFFERED: Sem. II.
2010 Intermediate German I 4 hrs. (3, 1)
Communicative tasks and culture-oriented readings. Continued development of basic skills in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Individual online or outside language laboratory work is required. PREREQUISITE: Placement or GERM 1020. OFFERED: With sufficient demand.
SPAN COURSES
1010 Elementary Spanish I 4 hrs. (3, 1)
Emphasizes development of fundamental language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures. Individual online or outside laboratory work is required. PREREQUISITE: Placement. OFFERED: Sem. I, II.
1020 Elementary Spanish II 4 hrs. (3, 1)
Emphasizes continued development of fundamental language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) and appreciation of Spanish-speaking cultures. Individual online or outside laboratory work is required. PREREQUISITE: Placement or SPAN 1010. OFFERED: Sem. I, II.
2010 Intermediate Spanish I 4 hrs. (3, 1)
Emphasis on increasing language proficiency in the areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing through review of beginning Spanish as well as increased emphasis on understanding the diverse Spanishspeaking cultures through cultural readings, films, internet, and other sources at the intermediate level. Individual online or outside laboratory work is required. PREREQUISITE: Placement or SPAN 1020. OFFERED: Sem. I, II.
2020 Intermediate Spanish II 4 hrs. (3, 1)
Emphasis on increasing language proficiency in the areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing, as well as increased emphasis on understanding the diverse Spanish-speaking cultures through cultural readings, films, internet, and other sources. Introduction to literary readings. Individual online or outside laboratory work is required. PREREQUISITE: Placement or SPAN 2010. OFFERED: Sem. I, II.
3010 Spanish Composition 4 hrs. (4, 0)
Builds upon intermediate Spanish to introduce students to authentic readings, short films, and music at the early advanced level. It emphasizes the skill areas of reading and writing to help students develop the writing skills needed for such common tasks as blogging, storytelling, reporting upon events, and persuading others in a formal essay. Students will work towards the goal of having their language be understood by native speakers who do not regularly interact with non-natives. Required of all Spanish majors and minors. Applies to the liberal arts writing-intensive requirement. PREREQUISITE: Placement or SPAN 2020. OFFERED: Sem. I, II.
SPAN (cont.)
3020 Spanish Conversation 4 hrs. (3, 1)
Designed to increase students’ abilities to deal orally and culturally with a variety of subjects related to everyday life, employment, current events, and travel. Includes review of Spanish grammar, development of more fluent command of oral patterns, and more active control of vocabulary. Practice with native Spanish speakers required in a practicum setting. Required of all Spanish majors and minors. Applies to the liberal arts speaking-intensive requirement. EXPECTATION: SPAN 2020. OFFERED: Sem. II.
310x Spanish for the Professions 4 hrs.
Designed for students combining a Spanish major or minor with a major in an area of business, health care, ministry, social work, or law enforcement, this course will give students the linguistic and cultural knowledge needed to function in Spanish in their designated fields. Only one section of SPAN 310X may be counted toward completion of the Spanish major or minor. EXPECTATION: SPAN 2020.
3101 Spanish for Health Care
OFFERED: With sufficient demand.
4 hrs. (4, 0)
3102 Spanish for Ministry
OFFERED: With sufficient demand.
4 hrs. (4, 0)
3103 Spanish for Social Work and Criminal Justice 4 hrs. (4, 0)
OFFERED: With sufficient demand.
3104 Spanish for Business 4 hrs. (4, 0)
OFFERED: With sufficient demand.
3140 Spanish Phonetics 3 hrs. (2, 1)
Provides a survey of topics in Spanish phonetics and phonology, designed to help the non-native speaker develop more accurate pronunciation and intonation. Introduction to phonetic transcription, basic concepts of linguistic science, and contrasts with English pronunciation patterns. Requires speaking and listening activities outside of class. Required of all Spanish majors. PREREQUISITE: SPAN 2020. OFFERED: Sem. II.
In-depth review of grammar with the goal of refining students’ understanding and use of written Spanish. Includes oral and written exercises, vocabulary-building exercises, and translations. Emphasis on finer points of Spanish grammar as compared to English. PREREQUISITE: SPAN 3010, 3020. OFFERED: With sufficient demand.
3240 Strategies for Advanced Spanish Proficiency 1-2 hrs. (1-2, 0)
The purpose of this course is to increase communicative proficiency in Spanish in multiple domains (speaking, listening, reading, writing) and to provide the life-long learner with strategies for maintaining and continuing to grow in these language skills. Includes speaking practice with a native speaker language coach and the development and implementation of an action plan for the semester, individualized according to the needs and preferences of each student. REPEAT: May be repeated once with instructor permission for a maximum of 2 hours. PREREQUISITE: SPAN 3010 or 3020.
Geography and cultural history of Spain. Present political situation, education, art, music, and everyday life. PREREQUISITE: SPAN 3010, 3020. OFFERED: Sem. I, 2022-23.
3440 Latin American Civilization 3 hrs. (3, 0)
Survey of Spanish-American culture, pre-Columbian to the present. Socioeconomic problems and relationships with the United States. PREREQUISITE: SPAN 3010, 3020. OFFERED: Sem. I, 2023-24.
Writers and movements in Latin American literature from the Colonial period through modernism within their cultural-historical context. Special attention will be paid to literary theory and an introduction to academic writing. Standard enrollment is 4 hours; enrollment in the course for 3 hours is by instructor’s permission. PREREQUISITE: SPAN 3010, 3020.
SPAN (cont.)
Writers and movements in Latin American literature from modernism to the present within their culturalhistorical context. Special attention will be paid to literary theory and an introduction to academic writing. Standard enrollment is 4 hours; enrollment in the course for 3 hours is by instructor’s permission. PREREQUISITE: SPAN 3010, 3020.
4370 Survey of Peninsular Literature I: Saints and Sinners 3-4 hrs. (4, 0)
An examination of narrative, poetry, and theatre written by/about several of Spain’s prominent saints and sinners from the Medieval period through the Early Modern period. Special attention will be paid to literary theory and an introduction to academic writing. Standard enrollment is 4 hours; enrollment in the course for 3 hours is by instructor’s permission. PREREQUISITE: SPAN 3010, 3020.
4380 Survey of Peninsular Literature II: Obedience or Revolution? 3-4 hrs. (4, 0)
An examination of narrative, poetry, theatre, and film that explores how the decline of Spanish political power affected both individuals and society from the Romantic period to the 21st century. Special attention will be paid to literary theory and an introduction to academic writing. Standard enrollment is 4 hours; enrollment in the course for 3 hours is by instructor’s permission. PREREQUISITE: SPAN 3010, 3020.
4500 Special Topics
Group study on selected topics. CONSENT: Department chair. OFFERED: Sem. II.
3-4 hrs. (3, 0)
4550 Intensive Experience in Spanish 1-6 hrs. (arranged)
Students will participate in an internship, practicum, or other intensive language experience to be approved by the Department of Modern Languages that gives them the linguistic and cultural challenges that improve their listening, speaking and cross-cultural proficiencies and competencies. Students will enroll in at least one hour of SPAN 3240 prior to or at the start of this course. May be repeated for a total of 6 hours to fulfill study abroad requirement. PREREQUISITE: SPAN 3010, 3020. OFFERED: Sem. I, II.
Readings or special interest project to help majors coordinate their work in other Spanish courses. May be completed in a Spanish-speaking country. CONSENT: Department chair.
Readings or special interest project to help majors coordinate their work in other Spanish courses. May be completed in a Spanish-speaking country. CONSENT: Department chair.
Note on placement and credit:
Students who place into SPAN 2020 or SPAN 3010 level and successfully pass these courses with a C- or above may request retro-credit for SPAN 2010 or SPAN 2020 to count toward a Spanish minor or major (respectively). The retro-credit will appear on their Anderson University transcript as SPAN 2015 and SPAN 2025 for purposes of differentiation within the liberal arts core processing system.
