103 102 and complete appropriate ESL courses. Courses in Level One are non-credit and do not count towards graduation. Courses in Levels Two through Six are credit and count towards graduation as electives. All non-native English speaking Semester: LEVEL 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.) international students, regardless of TOEFL scores, and other nonnative speakers of English must complete ESL 2610 before 2320. Topics for Academic Purposes I (2) Focused on academic topics at an intermediate level, this course will registering for the required English Department writing courses. The program curriculum uses an integrated skills, content-based help students increase their English proficiency and vocabulary through a content-based, integrated skills approach. Reading texts are adapted to the students’ level. approach. The goal of the program is to prepare non-native English speaking students to read, write, and communicate effectively and efficiently for mainstream academic courses. The program also offers a language learning center for interactive language activities. ESL COURSES First Semester: LEVEL ONE 0110. Written Communication I (2) Basic sentence structures and paragraph development on familiar topics are emphasized with grammar and vocabulary enrichment. 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. 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. Computer word-processing is introduced. 0120. Topics in English (2) While focusing on reading and vocabulary, this course uses an integrated skills approach with non-academic topics to help beginning level students increase their English proficiency. 0130. Basic English Communication (2) For beginning learners of English needing to develop the ability to sustain basic conversations about common topics and exchanges encountered in and out of class. Course work includes introductory work in speaking, listening, and pronunciation. 0140. Interactive Language Learning I (2) Second Semester: LEVEL FOUR 2420. Topics for Academic Purposes II (2) Focused on academic topics at a high-intermediate level, students of their English proficiency and vocabulary through a content-based, integrated skills approach. slightly adapted. 2430. Academic Communication Reading texts are only II (2) While focusing on communicative language experiences, this course offers beginning level conversation groups led by native English language learners abilities to more freely understand and speakers of English as well as other activities involving language and culture. participate in lectures and small-group interaction. A variety of informal and formal topics will be presented at an increasingly authentic, unsimplified language level. First Semester: LEVEL TWO 1210. Written Communication 2440. Interactive Language Learning IV 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. proficiency. 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. 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. (2) While focusing on communicative language experiences, this course offers high-intermediate level conversation groups led by native speakers of English as well as other activities involving language and culture. Third Semester: 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 highbeginning/low-intermediate students further increase their English LEVEL 2550. 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. 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. 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 (2) 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 as well as with a grade of "C" or higher, or comparable transfer credit. 4. Students for whom English is a second language may meet the B. A. foreign language requirement by-verifying their proficiency in their native (non-English) language in cooperation with the Foreign Language Department and verifying their proficiency in English as a second language by either passing the ESL Exit Test or passing the ESL Special Examination. 5. Documentation of a minimum proficiency level in American Sign Language through an examination administered by the American Sign Language/Interpreting program at Salt Lake Community College (SLCC). The signer must “produce and maintain American Sign Language with continuity and precision.” . Completion of SLCC’s American Sign Language Course ASLi 1050 with a grade of "C" or higher, or comparable transfer credit. Chair: Dr. Robert W. Belka Location: Building 1, Room 111 Professors: Inge H. Adams-Nelson, Larry W. Doman, Gary M. Godfrey, Anthony Spanos, Leland A. Walser; Associate Professors: Robert W. Belka, Jeffery D. Stokes, Marta Elena Stone, Wangari wa Nyatetu-Waigwa; Assistant Professors: Thomas J. Mathews; Instructors: Erika Daines, Cheryl Hansen The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures offers courses in language, literature and ("Novice High" for students challenging the first year and "Intermediate Low" for students challenging the second year). Upon the payment of a nominal fee, hours earned in this fashion are recorded as "credit" on the transcript the student's GPA. The department may accept foreign language testing agencies as evidence of Application for credit is to be made at the office of Foreign Languages and Literatures. 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, along with an understanding and appreciation of humanistic ideals and values, 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 commercial major 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 Honours Programme. A language emphasis for the BIS degree requires a minimum of 18 hours, 15 of 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. and do not affect results from other proficiency. of the Department FOREIGN LANGUAGE MAJOR (FRENCH, GERMAN, OR SPANISH) ne » Program Prerequisite: Completion of first and second-year courses in the language or equivalent preparation. » Minor: Required. » Grade Requirements: A grade of "C" or better in courses required for this major (a grade of "C-" is not acceptable). Also refer to the general grade requirements for graduation on page 31. » Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours is required for graduation — 40 hours of these must be upper division (courses numbered 3000 and above). For the major, a minimum of 30 upper division hours is required beyond the prerequisite lower division courses (prerequisite courses, if needed, total 16 credit hours). At least 6 credit hours of major courses must be completed at WSU. Advisement Foreign Language majors are encouraged to meet with a faculty advisor at least annually for course and program advisement. Call 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: 626-6183 for more information or to schedule an appointment. 2610. Written Communication VI (2) PRENGR CS EET MFET MET CMT DG AUTOSV AUTOTC IDT SST TBE 1, Pass a course at a higher proficiency level than the course(s) challenged with a minimum grade of "C." Third Semester: The writing of substantive essays on a variety of topics, paraphrasing and summarizing are further developed. Library resources are introduced. Computer use in research and communication is applied. FFE Students with prior language experience may challenge foreign language courses 1010, 1020, HU2010 and 2020 by completing one of the following options: Foreign Language Requirement for the Bachelor of Arts Degree SIX Applied Science & Obtaining Foreign Language Credit for Prior Language Experience accessing computer information are included. LEVEL HNRS & BIS LIBSCI WS 2. Demonstrate the appropriate proficiency level through an examination administered by the Foreign Language Department which must be upper-division course work. Courses in other languages may be offered as need and resources allow. The FIVE 2510. Written Communication V 3. Completion of any upper-division WSU foreign language course Telephone Contact: Karlene Morris 626-6183 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. increase DEGREE REQ GEN ED COURSES ELECTIVE COURSES THREE a is a second language and who have no ACT scores or ACT scores in English below 17, are also required to take the ESL Placement Exam Second General 1. Documentation of a proficiency level of “Intermediate Low” or better through an examination administered by the WSU Foreign Language Department or through an examination by a recognized testing agency. 2. Completion of WSU foreign language course 2020 with a grade of "C" or higher, or comparable transfer credit. Admission RESTHY .... BOTANY CHEM GEOSCI MATH MATHED MICRO PHSX ZOOL Social & Behavioral Requirements Declare your program of study (refer to page 25 of this catalog). There are no special admission or application requirements for this major. General Education Refer to pages 32-34 of this catalog for Bachelor of Arts requirements. NAVSCI WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY