122 LEVEL TWO ESL 1210. Written Communication II (2) The writing of longer paragraphs with a variety of topics and methods of development is emphasized with a focus on sentence structures and vocabulary building. Computer word-processing is continued. ESL 1220. Topics in Learning English (2) While focusing on reading and vocabulary, this course uses an integrated skills approach with semi-academic topics to help high- beginning/low-intermediate students further increase their English proficiency. ESL 1230. Interpersonal Communication (2) For learners of English who are increasingly able to use their new language conversationally to work, study, socialize, and overcome communication breakdowns. At this level, students gain facility in sustaining a greater variety of personal and academic topics. ESL 1240. Interactive Language Learning II (2) While focusing on communicative language experiences, this course offers high- beginning level conversation groups led by native speakers of English as well as other activities involving language and culture. LEVEL THREE ESL 2310. Written Communication III (2) The generation of papers of several paragraphs expanding one theme is emphasized with extensive focus on sentence structure, style and grammar. The uses of the computer are expanded (e-mail, etc.) ESL 2320. Topics for Academic Purposes I (2) Focused on academic topics at an intermediate level, this course will help students increase their English proficiency and vocabulary through a content-based, integrated skills approach. Reading texts are adapted to the students' level. ESL 2330. Academic Communication I (2) For more advanced learners of English and to develop abilities in expressing and supporting opinions, speaking about a variety of topics for an extended period of time, and understanding and participating in classroom lectures and small-group discussions. Course work includes effective note-taking and discussion strategies. ESL 2340. Interactive Language Learning III (2) While focusing on communicative language experiences, this course offers immediate level conversation groups led by native speakers of English as well as other activities involving language and culture. LEVEL FOUR ESL 2410. Written Communication IV (2) The basics of essay structure and development are emphasized with attention to style, coherence, and language usage. Computer skills for communication purposes are developed. ESL 2420. Topics for Academic Purposes II (2) Focused on academic topics at a high-intermediate level, students increase of their English proficiency and vocabulary through a content-based, integrated skills approach. Reading texts are only slightly adapted. ESL 2430. Academic Communication II (2) English language learners abilities to more freely understand and participate in lectures and small-group interaction. A variety of informal and formal topics will be presented at an increasingly authentic, unsimplified language level. ESL 2450. Comprehensive Grammar Review (2) An in-depth review of usage and meaning of all major English verb tenses, the active and passive voice, the conditional, adjective clauses, and noun clauses. LEVEL FIVE ESL 2510. Written Communication V (3) The development of longer essays in a variety of styles is emphasized along with a focus on language usage. Paraphrasing, summarizing, writing response and opinion papers are included. Library resources are introduced. Computer use in research and communication is applied. ELECTIVE COURSES ESL 2650. Variable Topics for Academic Study (2) Using unadapted texts and different topics each term, this course gives students a "sheltered" approach in bridging the difficulty level between their ESL courses and mainstream academic classes. Special emphasis is given to authentic texts and classroom assignment. ESL 2750. Special Projects and Activities for Language Learning (1-3) Special projects designed to offer a variety of language and cultural experiences for the ESL student. Activities offered may include trips, special interest seminars and or workshops. See class schedule for description of current activities. DEPARTMENT Foreign Languages & Literatures Chair: Dr. Tony Spanos Location: Building 1, Room 111 Telephone Contact: Karlene Morris 801-626-6183 Professors: Gary M. Godfrey, Robert Mondi, Tony Spanos, Jeffery D. Stokes; Associate Professors: Yumi Adachi, Craig Bergeson, Erika Daines, Alicia Giralt, Cheryl Hansen, Thomas J. Mathews, Eva Szalay, Wangari wa Nyatetu-Waigwa; Assistant Professor: David L. Nielson I he Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures offers courses in language, literature and culture that enable students to complete various institutional requirements. We prepare students to function effectively in a foreign language while gaining an understanding and appreciation of humanistic ideals and values. Mastery of a foreign language is the hallmark of a world citizen. A bachelor of arts degree is offered. Students may select a regular major, a teaching major or a major with a commercial emphasis in French, German or Spanish. Regular and teaching minors are offered in these three languages as well. In addition, a Japanese minor is offered, and the department participates in Asian Studies and Latin American Studies minors and in a departmental Honors Program. A language emphasis for the BIS degree requires a minimum of 18 hours, 15 of which must be upper-division course work. Courses in other languages may be offered as need and resources allow. The curriculum is based on a National Standard for measuring proficiency. Each course is designed to foster linguistic skills and to increase the students' ability to participate in the culture. Foreign Language Requirement for the Bachelor of Arts Degree The Bachelor of Arts degree will include a foreign language or ASL (American Sign Language) requirement which may be met by one of the following: Weber State Univ 2003-2004 CATALOG E R S I T Y