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SCPS.NYU.EDU/LANG Textbooks and Materials Textbooks and materials are chosen carefully. Only those that best meet the needs, interests, and goals of our students are selected. Required textbooks are listed according to course number and are available at Shakespeare & Co., 716 Broadway at Wash ington Place. Tuition fees do not include textbooks and other instructional materials. Specific information on textbooks and materials can be found under individual language headings. Enhance Your Language Learning The Foreign Languages, Translation, and Interpreting Department offers an enhanced learning environment. Registered students have the opportunity to learn from direct TV broadcasts of news, documentaries, and other programs from the countries whose languages they are studying. The broadcasts are available via the SCOLA satellite system and can be viewed on any personal computer connected to the Internet. SCOLA is a nonprofit educational organization that receives and retransmits authentic TV programming without translation from various countries around the world. SCOLA also provides weekly Web-based lessons based on actual newscasts in a number of languages. The Avery Fisher Center (AFC) General Video/DVD collection and the Avery Fisher Center Electronic Foreign Language Reserves at Bobst Library at NYU also offer the following services: • Lists of AV material by language. • Foreign language videos available for viewing in the AFC or the classroom. Candidates in NYU-SCPS certificate programs can obtain an NYU ID card and access the Avery Fisher Center. Lists of materials are available at our language lab. Instructors share a wealth of resources. Higher-Level Courses In the smaller language programs, we are not always able to offer higher-level language courses. However, we open higherlevel courses based on student demand. Please check scps.nyu.edu for the latest offerings and contact the foreign languages department if the course/level of your choice is not listed. INFORMATION SESSION Foreign Languages Thursday, 6–8 p.m., September 1 NYU-SCPS Building 7 East 12th Street For People With Unusual Schedules If the times of our regular courses do not suit your schedule, you may be interested in private instruction. Private Instruction in Foreign Languages: Individual PRIV1-CE9991/$1,300G Sec. 1: Schedule to be arranged (12 hours). Please note that while you can begin individual private instruction at any point during the semester, you must complete it within three months of registration. Private instruction can be applied as half a course toward a certificate. For more information, call (212) 998-7030 before you apply. Private sessions may be rescheduled only when instructor is given 24 hours’ notice.sH Private Instruction in Foreign Languages: Small Group PRIV1-CE9992/$745G Sec. 1: Schedule to be arranged (12 hours). Please note that small group private instruction is for already formed groups seeking instruction; NYU does not form them. While you can begin private instruction at any point during the semester, it must be completed within three months of registration. Private instruction can be applied as half a course toward a certificate. For more information, call (212) 998-7030 before applying. Private sessions may be rescheduled only when instructor is given 24 hours’ notice.sH HOW TO DETERMINE LANGUAGE COURSE LEVELS Level I and II Courses Designed for beginners who need to acquire the basic language skills for functional and practical proficiency, Level I courses introduce pronunciation, vocabulary, useful expressions, and the fundamental grammatical notions that allow communication. Level II courses build upon basic knowledge, introduce the student to more grammatical structures, and provide opportunities for expanding the range of one’s conversational ability. Information sessions include discussions about industry news and career opportunities, presentations on curricula, and a chance to ask questions of faculty members and staff. No RSVP is required, but please be punctual. For more information, call (212) 998-7200. Level III and IV Courses A continuation of Levels I and II, Level III and IV courses help students improve conversational ability by focusing on real situations and modes of interaction. Level III and IV courses have a more formal approach and emphasize the formation of correct speaking habits. Classes are slightly more advanced and involve a wider range of topics, as well as the lexical and grammatical means to discuss them. Level V Courses Material from Levels I through IV is reviewed and refined with an emphasis on conversation in preparation for advanced courses. Advanced Courses If you are able to engage in simple conversations on uncomplicated subjects, enrollment in advanced courses is appropriate. Students continue to refine grammar and develop vocabulary for more natural speech. Readings from magazines and newspapers, short stories, videos, and films are included. Course content changes every semester so that classes may be repeated to fulfill certificate requirements. SPECIALIZED FORMATS AND TOPICS Accelerated I and II Courses If you have previously studied a language and want to review the basics or have a strong knowledge of a cognate language, accelerated courses allow you to immerse yourself in the process. Each session is packed with twice the amount of material as a regular course. Be prepared to devote some time to homework. Accelerated courses are offered in French, German, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish. Complete schedules can be found under the language headings. Accelerated courses count as one course toward the certificate. Accelerated II and III Courses If you have completed a Level I course and are ready to move faster, Accelerated II and III courses are for you. Build upon your knowledge of grammar and vocabulary and acquire the basic tenses, expand the range of your idiom, and improve your communication skills. These courses are available in French and Spanish and count as one course toward the certificate. Accelerated III and IV Courses If you have a solid knowledge of language basics (essential vocabulary, verb forms, and basic tenses), Accelerated Level III and IV courses introduce the challenge of intermediate functions. Focus on expanding your vocabulary, having simple conversations, and learning new grammatical structures. Accelerated Level III and IV courses are an efficient way for once-fluent speakers to get back up to speed or to rekindle a dormant interest. These courses are offered in German, Italian, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish. Complete schedules can be found under the language headings. Counts as one course toward the certificate. Combined Level Courses Level I and II combined courses are beginner courses that combine two semesters of study into one. They are taught in the target language as much as possible, immersing the student in vocabulary and structures used in everyday situations. Students quickly master simple questions and answers about matters encountered in daily life. These courses, offered in Arabic, French, Italian, Mandarin, and Spanish, meet twice a week to encourage faster progress. Each combined-level course counts as two courses toward the certificate program. Weekend Intensives Twelve meetings of three hours each provide thorough and systematic instruction in the basics of a foreign language, with time for extensive practice. Attention is devoted to the development of correct linguistic habits with an emphasis on the ability to communicate effectively. These courses are particularly recommended in the study of more difficult languages. Schedules can be found under the language headings. Courses are available in Arabic, French, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Mandarin, Portuguese, and Spanish. TO REGISTER: (212) 998-7150 OR SCPS.NYU.EDU FOR MORE INFORMATION: (212) 998-7200 2
SCPS.NYU.EDU/LANG Verb Review: Tenses and Moods for Accurate Communication Accuracy in the use of verb tenses and moods distinguishes the casual language user from the accomplished one. These short courses review the basics of tense formation and tense sequence through practice and examples. In each individual language, special emphasis is given to the areas that cause the most common problems. Ideal for intermediate or advanced students interested in mastering effective oral and written communication, these courses are offered in French and Spanish. They do not count toward the certificate. Introductory Immersion Weekend Weekend language immersion courses allow you to prepare quickly for a trip abroad, get a distinct feeling for the flavor of a language, and see if you would like to continue with more serious study. Acquire some basic grammar, vocabulary, and communication skills. Courses are taught in a relaxed atmosphere. This semester, an Introductory Immersion Weekend, which does not count toward the certificate, is offered in Russian (page 162). Intermediate Conversation If you have completed Level IV or have a comparable level of proficiency with knowledge of the basic tenses and an everyday vocabulary, the Intermediate Conversation course is for you. Focus on oral communication and expand your vocabulary. This course is offered in French, Italian, and Spanish and counts as one course toward the certificate. Language Through Cinema These are intermediate-level courses where the focus is still on language instruction (not conversation), using film as a medium. The courses are structured and the focus of instruction is on the spoken language as it appears in contemporary films. Students watch movies before class, so class time is devoted to analysis, review, and activities such as reenacting dialogue, a scene, or writing a different end to the story. This semester, Language Through Cinema is offered in Italian. (See Italian Through Cinema, page 161.) FOREIGN LANGUAGE COURSES CERTIFICATE IN FOREIGN LANGUAGES To be awarded a certificate, students must complete a prescribed number of courses as outlined below. For Levels I through IV, only one of each may be applied toward the certificate. Level V and advanced courses may be repeated and count toward the fulfill ment of requirements for the certificate unless otherwise indicated. Certificates are available in the languages and language groups listed below. Private instruction counts as half a course toward the certificate. REQUIRED COURSES Arabic: Four courses. Classical Languages: A total of four courses in any combination of Latin and Ancient Greek. East Asian Languages: A total of four courses in any combination of Mandarin, Korean, and Japanese. French: Four courses. German: Four courses. Italian: Four courses. Japanese: Four courses. Mandarin: Four courses. Middle Eastern Languages: A total of four courses in any combination of Arabic, Persian, and Turkish. Modern Greek: Four courses. Portuguese: Four courses. Russian: Four courses. Scandinavian Languages: A total of four courses in any combination of Danish, Norwegian, and Swedish. Slavic Languages: A total of four courses in any combination of Czech, Polish, and Russian. Spanish: Four courses. See page 13 for certificate requirements and benefits. NEW ARABIC Our modern standard Arabic courses cover all four language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The Arabic alphabet, pronunciation, vocabulary, and basic rules of grammar are studied within a cultural context. Where appropriate, instructors address issues of dialect. Reinforcing exercises help accelerate your learning. The textbook used in Level I is Alif Baa: Introduction to Arabic Letters and Sounds (4th Edition, 2010). Levels II through V use Al-Kitaab: A Textbook for Beginning Arabic: Part I (2nd Edition, Georgetown University Press, 2004). Students do not need to purchase a CD unless advised to by their instructor. Unless otherwise noted, courses in this section count as one toward the certificate. Arabic: Modern Standard I MIDE1-CE9001/$550 N Sec. 1: Mon. 6.30–8.25 p.m., Sept. 26– Dec. 19 (12 sessions). Ahmed Y. Eissawi, instructor, United Nations language program. S Sec. 2: Tues. 6.45–8.40 p.m., Sept. 27– Dec. 20 (12 sessions). Iman Maiki, Arabic teacher with a specialty in teaching in multicultural societies. Arabic: Modern Standard I and II MIDE1-CE9040/$900 S Sec. 1: Mon. Wed. 6.45–8.40 p.m., Sept. 21– Dec. 21 (24 sessions). Shareah Taleghani, adjunct instructor, City College–CUNY. Counts as two courses toward the certificate. Arabic: Modern Standard II MIDE1-CE9002/$550 S Sec. 1: Tues. 6.45–8.40 p.m., Sept. 27– Dec. 20 (12 sessions). Ahmed Y. Eissawi, instructor, United Nations language program. Arabic: Modern Standard III MIDE1-CE9003/$550 S Sec. 1: Wed. 6.45–8.40 p.m., Sept. 21– Dec. 7 (12 sessions). Ahmed Y. Eissawi, instructor, United Nations language program. Arabic: Modern Standard IV MIDE1-CE9004/$550 S Sec. 1: Tues. 6.45–8.40 p.m., Sept. 27– Dec. 20 (12 sessions). Tarik Belhousein, Arabic lecturer, Columbia University. Arabic: Modern Standard V MIDE1-CE9005/$550 S Sec. 1: Thurs. 6.45–8.40 p.m., Sept. 22– Dec. 15 (12 sessions). Arabic: Modern Standard VI MIDE1-CE9006/$550 S Sec. 1: Tues. 6.45–8.40 p.m., Sept. 27– Dec. 20 (12 sessions). Shareah Taleghani, adjunct instructor, City College–CUNY. NEW Intensive Modern Standard Arabic Program This intensive program in modern standard Arabic curriculum has been revised and has more contact hours than it did in past semesters. In the first two courses, you cover Alif Baa: Introduction to Arabic Letters and Sounds (3rd Edition), as well as the whole textbook Al Kitaab Part I. In levels III and IV courses you cover the whole of Al Kitaab Part II. This program gives you a solid foundation upon which you can continue to develop the four language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Arabic: Modern Standard Intensive I MIDE1-CE9061/$755 S Sec. 1: Sat. 9.20 a.m.–1.15 p.m., Sept. 24– Dec. 17 (12 sessions). Mohamed Alsiadi, Arabic lecturer and program coordinator, Fordham University. Counts as two courses toward the certificate. Arabic: Modern Standard Intensive II MIDE1-CE9062/$755 S Sec. 1: Sat. 2–5.55 p.m., Sept. 24–Dec. 17 (12 sessions). Mohamed Alsiadi, Arabic lecturer and program coordinator, Fordham University. Counts as two courses toward the certificate. Arabic: Modern Standard Intensive III MIDE1-CE9063/$755 S Sec. 1: Sat. 9.20 a.m.–1.15 p.m., Sept. 24– Dec. 17 (12 sessions). Tarik Belhousein, Arabic lecturer, Columbia University. Counts as two courses toward the certificate. Arabic: Modern Standard Intensive IV MIDE1-CE9064/$755 S Sec. 1: Sat. 2–5.55 p.m., Sept. 24–Dec. 17 (12 sessions). Counts as two courses toward the certificate. Web For the most up-to-date course information and to register online, visit: scps.nyu.edu 3 WEB: SCPS.NYU.EDU E-MAIL: SCPSINFO@NYU.EDU
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