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Instruction and services offered by the School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures in the Faculty of Arts and the Werklund School of Education.

For program information please contact one of the Faculty of Arts or Werklund School of Education.

Language 200

Introduction to Second Language Learning

Introduction to the process of language learning with a focus on the development of learning strategies. Specific examples will be drawn from ancient and modern languages offered at the ²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓÆµµ¼º½.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Notes: This course is designed to be taken along with an introductory language course.

Senior Course

Language 300

Introduction to Translation Studies

Basics of translation theory and practice for students with sufficient second language background. Establishes a common critical vocabulary to discuss issues in translation.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the School.
Notes: This course is intended for students with intermediate proficiency in the target language.

Language 400

Advanced Translation Studies

An in-depth study of the field of translation with a focus on the notions of aesthetics, comparative stylistics, grammar, and literary forms. The applied focus of the course will be on a high-quality translation along with a critical reflection on its production.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Language 300.

Language 451

Cross-Cultural and Cross-Linguistic Explorations

Cross-cultural and cross-linguistic comparisons of events, cultural patterns or phenomena, historical periods, or social movements with parallels in multi-cultural traditions.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the School.

Language 500

Cross-Cultural and Cross-Linguistic Research Projects

Cross-linguistic and -cultural analysis through group projects focusing on case studies.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the School.

Language 599

Topics in the Study of Language

Topics will reflect developments in current research in second language acquisition and learning.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the School.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

Graduate Courses

Language 605

Second Language Learning and Pedagogy

Theoretical and practical overview of the processes involved in acquiring a second language, with a focus on naturalistic language acquisition and on classroom strategies and classroom language learning.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the School.

Language 615

Second Language Learning and Technology

Theoretical and practical aspects of incorporating technology into the language classroom. A general overview in the context of theories of second language acquisition of using the web, electronic mail, online chat discussion, and videoconferencing as tools in language teaching/learning; students will also learn to create their own websites and web activities for teaching.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the School.

Language 625

Second Language Learning and Cultural Understanding

An introduction to the interdisciplinary nature of "culture" as it pertains to second language teaching and learning.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the School.

Language 699

Research Seminar in Second Language Learning

Centred round a professor's current research project, the course will engage students as members of a collaborative research team that will serve as a practical exposure to research methods in the area of second language learning and acquisition.
Course Hours: 3 units; H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the School.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT

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