Biola University 2014–15 Catalog
ISAL 657 - Practicum in Applied Linguistics Field experience in various areas of applied linguistics, such as lexicography, orthography design and translation. Prerequisite(s): 520. Note(s): May be repeated for credit with a different topic. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 658 - Practicum in Linguistics Fieldwork in the analysis and description of language systems or language use, such as phonology, syntax, and sociolinguistics. Prerequisite(s): 520. Note(s): May be repeated for credit with a different focus. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 668 - Seminar in Applied Linguistics In-depth examination of some main areas of applied linguistics. Topics vary, depending on class interests. Prerequisite(s): 511. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 679 - Planning, Evaluation, and Research in Applied Linguistics In-depth treatment of program planning and evaluation, using appropriate qualitative and quantitative assessment instruments. Case studies of applied linguistic research will also be examined. Prerequisite(s): 511. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 683 - Topics in Linguistics Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Courses may be repeated once for credit with a different topic. Titles offered include: Translation Advising and Corpus Linguistics. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. ISAL 684 - Topics in Linguistics Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Courses may be repeated once for credit with a different topic. Titles offered include: Translation Advising and Corpus Linguistics. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. ISAL 685 - Topics in Applied Linguistics Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Courses may be repeated once for credit with a different topic. Titles offered include: Literacy and Economics Monolingual and Bilingual Dictionaries English as a World Language Computers and Language Acquisition. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. ISAL 686 - Topics in Applied Linguistics Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Courses may be repeated once for credit with a different topic. Titles offered include: Literacy and Economics Monolingual and Bilingual Dictionaries English as a World Language Computers and Language Acquisition. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. ISAL 690 - Independent Study Guidance in the development of a thesis or research paper. Students produce a preliminary thesis statement, proposal, outline, and working bibliography. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. ISAL 695 - Research Seminar Guidance in the development of a thesis or research paper. Students produce a preliminary thesis statement, proposal, outline, and working bibliography. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. ISAL 696 - Research Paper A paper based on classroom research, literature review, or the design of a syllabus or appropriate teaching materials. Prerequisite(s): 695. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1. ISAL 697 - Comprehensive Examination An examination covering the major knowledge areas of the field. Normally taken after all ISAL coursework has been completed. Students permitted to write a thesis will not be required to take a comprehensive examination. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: C. Credit(s): 0. ISAL 699 - M.A. Thesis Research for and writing of an M.A. thesis. Students permitted to write a thesis will not be required to take a comprehensive examination. Prerequisite(s): 695, and consent of M.A. committee. Grade Mode: C. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 722 - Phonological Theory Special problems in phonological analysis from various languages. Includes abstract phonology. Prerequisite(s): 523. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 724 - Syntactic Theory Study of several current models of syntax with application to the analysis and description of various languages. Prerequisite(s): 525. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
ISAL 726 - Approaches to Translation Study of the theory and practice of translation, including secular and sacred texts, prose and poetry. Prerequisite(s): 535. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 741 - Language Surveys Introduction to the principles and methods of collecting, quantifying, and interpreting data on linguistic similarity, intelligibility, language attitudes, bilingualism, and language change. Prerequisite(s): 521, 646. Note(s): A tape recorder will be needed. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 746 - Sociolinguistics Overview of the relationship between language and society. Topics covered include language and culture, language and social change, ethnicity, language contact, language policy, and ethnography of communication. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 748 - Discourse and Text Analysis Examination of language beyond the sentence level. Covers the analysis of oral and written secular and sacred texts within their social or literary contexts. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 752 - Field Methods in Second Language and Culture Learning Overview of language and culture learning theories and skills. Topics covered include working with a cross-cultural partner, language learning styles, cultural bias, language and culture data management skills and comparison of cultural bias with biblical principles. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 799 - Research Continuous Registration Students who are not registered for any other courses and who need extra time are required to register for this course each semester to maintain their degree status. Prerequisite(s): 520. Fee: $100. Grade Mode: C. Credit(s): 0. ISAL 868 - Seminar in Applied Linguistics In-depth examination of some main areas of applied linguistics. Topics vary, depending on class interests. Prerequisite(s): 511. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 879 - Planning, Evaluation, and Research in Applied Linguistics In-depth treatment of program planning and evaluation, using appropriate qualitative and quantitative assessment instruments. Case studies of applied linguistic research will also be examined. Prerequisite(s): 511. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3. ISAL 885 - Topics in Applied Linguistics Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Courses may be repeated once for credit with a different topic. Titles offered include: Literacy and Economics Monolingual and Bilingual Dictionaries English as a World Language Computers and Language Acquisition. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. ISAL 886 - Topics in Applied Linguistics Topics are listed in the class schedule each semester. Courses may be repeated once for credit with a different topic. Titles offered include: Literacy and Economics Monolingual and Bilingual Dictionaries English as a World Language Computers and Language Acquisition. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. ISAL 890 - Independent Study Individual work, directed reading, or special problems in applied linguistics. Such work must be done with the approval and supervision of a faculty professor of record. Prerequisite(s): 520. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 1–3. Intercultural Studies (ISCL) ISCL 520 - Interpersonal and Intercultural Adjustment Exploration of the cross-cultural transition process, focusing upon healthy adjustment as a sojourner in a new culture. Attention given to understanding and applying grace to oneself and others, discerning cultural values, conflict styles, social stratification and celebration. Grade Mode: A. Credit(s): 3.
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