COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
■ a•liC◄ Chair: Jack Schwarz, D.MA FACULTY Professors: Liesch , Lock, Schwarz, Unfreid, Wiebe, Wong Associate Professors: Owen, Robison Assistant Professor: Feller Instructor: Cross, Hulling, Kinard
315 Spanish Conversation and Composition (3)
450 Faith Life and Culture In Latin America (3) Historical examination of the Latin American Catholic church and its par ticular expressions of faith, practice, and role in the life of the people and society. Study of the impact of Protes tantism over the past century. Some auention to non.{;hristian groups and practices. Field work required. Prereq uisite: 410, 420, or 430 or permission of instructor. (Service Learning Course) 460 Studies In Spanish American Culture (3) This course seeks to help the student synthesize an understanding of the cultures of Latin America. Both unconscious and conscious levels of culture will be examined, as well as the impact of social class on culture. Attention also will be given to the fine arts as expressions of culture. Prereq uisite: completion of at least two of the required literature courses. 465 Drama: History and Applicatlon (3) Study of medieval, Golden Age and modem Hispanic drama, with a focus on the use of drama to convey the message of Christianity. Development and presentation of short didactic plays. Prerequisites: 420 and 430 or permission of instructor. 470 Teaching Assistant Praclfcum (2) This practicum and associated training will provide opportunities for third and fourth year students to participate in a variety of professional functions, such as working with small groups of lower division students, researching and developing instructional materials. Two times required for the major; two more times may be applied to electives. 485 Internship (3) Internship in an approved Spanish speaking institution or setting related to the intended service area of the studenL May be taken twice in different settings. By permission of instructor only. 490 Seminar In Hispanic Studies (1-3) In-depth study of selected issues , themes or literary genres. Topics will vary. May be repeated with different content. Prerequisites will vary depending on the topic. Permission of instructor required. French Students desiring to enroll in French should do so during their fresh man and sophomore years. It is impo1r sible to complete requirement for gen eral education (BA degree) if student starts in his senior year. Students with high school French should consult with department for placemenL
101, 102 Elementary French (4,4) Basic principles of pronunciation and grammar , vocabulary drill, graded reading. From the beginning, clas1r room conversations in French. Five hours each week. 201 Intermediate French (4) Intermediate grammar and conversa tion, with emphasis on reading for meaning and speed. Qass conducted in French. Five hours each week. 202 Conversational French (3) Prerequisite: French 201. Typical aspects of French daily life with special emphasis on idioms, useft~ phrases and conversa tional patterns. Topics deal with true to life situations and practical aspects of the language. Three hours each week. Not offered on a regular basis. Gennan (not offered In 1998-99) Students desiring to enroll in Ger man should do so during their fresh man and sophomore years. Students with high school German should con sult with department for placement. 101, 102 Elementary German (4,4) An intensive course developing the skills necessary for hearing and read ing comprehension and simple writ ten German. Five hours each week. 201 Intermediate German (4) A grammar review with readings in German literature. Collateral read ings in the field of each student's spe cial interest. Five hours each week. 320 S1udles In Language and Literature (3) Both standard and specialized offer ings; one or more sections offered in areas such as: Conversation, Survey of Literature, Folklore. May be repeated with different content. Not offered on a regular basis. 330 German Clvlllzation and Culture (3) Typical aspects of German civilization and the significant historical events and major contributions of the Ger man people. Readings in records of historical, literature and cultural importance. Conducted in English. Special Offerings 101, 102 Foreign Language (1-4, 1-4) The fundamentals of pronunciation, grammar, conversation, and reading in a designated foreign language. Course may include such languages as Chi nese, Japanese , Russian and Korean . May be repeated with different con tenL Not offered on a regular basis. 201 Foreign Language (1-4) Intermediate grammar and composition with emphasis on communication and reading. Course may include such lan guages as Chinese.Japanese, Russian and Korean. May be repeated with different content Not offered on a regular basis.
Concentration on development of flu ency, pronunciation, and general vocabulary as well as vocabulary deal ing with each student's specific areas of interesL Special attention to devel oping writing skills, with emphasis on syntax, clear expression, and some creative writing. Prerequisite: 210 or 220 or permission of instructor. 320 Spanish Conversation, Grammar Further development of the skills of 310 with emphasis on written commu nication, refinement of grammar and syntax, and improvement of speaking skills. Development of minidrarnas for communicating spiritual truths. Ser vice project required. Prerequisite: 210 or 220 or permission of instructor. 410 Spanish American Literature (3) Selected readings from recognized Latin American writers. Emphasis on develop ing a high level of reading and speaking proficiency covering all genres. Culture, history and social structures will become central issues for discussion as students learn to understand another culture through its literature. Prerequisites: 310 and 320 or permission of instructor. 420 Spanish Literature (3) Representative readings from recog nized Peninsular writers, with emphasis on developing a high level of profi ciency in reading, writing and speaking. Culture, history and social structures will become central issues for discussion as students learn another culture through its literature. Prerequisites: 310 and 320. May be taken concurrently with 320 with permission of instructor. 430 Spanish American Literature Since 1950 (3) Readings of selected literature of 1950 to the present, with a focus on literary development and on understanding the issues and evolving thinking of Latin Americans as they are reflected in the selections. Development of a Christian response. Prerequisites: 410 Continued development of oral and written skills within the context of an individually selected specific area of service that will provide the focus of the student 's research and practicum. Students will examine existing prac tices and materials related to the cho sen area, and develop new materials and strategies for using them. Field work will be required. · Prerequisite: 410, 420, or 430 or permission of instructor. (Service Leaming Course) or permission of the instructor. 440 Advanced Applications (3)
ARTIST IN RESIDENCE Menahem Pressler, Pianist OBJECTIVES
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(I) to provide opportunities for all students to study music as an essen tial part of a liberal education; (2) to serve as a professional school prepar ing music specialists for teaching, graduate study, performance and other careers in music; and (3) to pre pare all of our graduates for effective contribution to the musical life of the evangelical church. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS All students seeking admission must demonstrate musical background and performance strengths necessary for successful completion of the stated curriculum. Admission into Biola Uni versity does not guarantee admission into the Music Department as a music major. A student will be admitted to the department of music after: I. Meeting of requirements for university admission 2. Completing a Music Depart ment application with the required number of references supplied. 3. Completing a Music Depart ment audition, including a basic musi cianship examination designed to demonstrate university level music study readiness. After acceptance and upon entrance, students will be given place ment examinations and auditions in music theory, keyboard skills and per formance . These examinations are given for the purpose of validating prior study and determining proper placement in music courses. Specific information concerning the content of these examinations and suggestions for preparation are available by writ ing the Music Department office. Transfer of Credit/Advanced Standing With the exception of courses in music theory, keyboard skills, and indi vidual performance, courses taken at other regionally accredited colleges and universities in the United States will be accepted on a comparable course basis.
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