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GENERAL SYLLABUS FOR CRITICAL LANGUAGES Class Scheduling The CRITICAL LANGUAGES CENTER (CLC) classes normally begin one week after other University
courses have started. Some classes are scheduled as TBA, and will be assigned
based on the students’ class schedules
and the language trainer’s available time.
To receive class schedules and room assignments, students must check MyBAMA during the drop-add period. We absolutely depend
on student cooperation in this complex matter! OBJECTIVES: The main focus of our
program is practical oral/aural skills, i.e., spoken language and listening
comprehension. The final course grade for most languages will be determined
according to the performance of those skills, as measured by an oral
interview conducted by a qualified EXAMINER in the language. For such languages where
the texts involve learning a new written script (such as Arabic, Korean,
Hebrew, Hindi and others), a degree of reading and writing will figure in the
FINAL EXAMINATION. Format: Students will be provided
with an in-class language “trainer” who is a native/near native speaker of
the targeted language, who will conduct speaking sessions in each class
meeting. During the sessions students will actively participate
using spoken language on pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and
conversation. Students are required to study the textbook and listen to
assigned AUDIO MATERIALS (CDs, or computer sound files). These audio
materials may be purchased with the textbook or may be made available separately
through the ATTENDANCE: Students are to meet with
the language trainer three (3) hours per week (or equivalent). Students are
required to attend all the sessions. More than FIVE (five) absences may
result in a grade of F. Academic Misconduct: Any academic
misconduct by students (includes cheating as described in the Faculty Handbook)
will be reported to the Office for Academic Affairs for proper penalties. To request disability accommodations, contact Disabilities Services (348-4285). After initial arrangements are made with that office, contact the instructor. *** |