Course Schedule and Catalog

Long Title: ELEMENTARY HINDI I

Department: Center for Study of Languages

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory

Credit Hours: 5

Description: An in-depth introduction to modern Hindi. In an intellectually challenging environment, through a combination of graded texts, written assignments, audio-visual material and computer-based exercises, this course provides cultural insights and increases proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing Hindi. Emphasis on spontaneous self-expression in the language. No prior background in Hindi assumed. Recommended prerequisite(s): No prior knowledge of Hindi assumed.

Long Title: ELEMENTARY HINDI II

Department: Center for Study of Languages

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 5

Prerequisite(s): HIND 101 or permission of instructor

Description: In an intellectually challenging environment, through a combination of graded texts, written assignments, audio-visual material including contemporary Hindi films and songs, and computer based assignments, this course increases proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Hindi. Emphasis is placed on spontaneous self-expression in the language.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE HINDI

Department: Center for Study of Languages

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Distribution Group: Distribution Group I

Credit Hours: 5

Prerequisite(s): HIND 102 or permission of instructor

Description: Through extensive use of cultural documents including films, radio broadcasts, and graded literary and non-literary texts, this course builds students' proficiency in Hindi. Provides space for meaningful interaction with authentic materials and their related cultures. Furthers the student's appreciation of cultural nuances. Emphasis is placed on spontaneous self-expression in Hindi.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED HINDI

Department: Center for Study of Languages

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Lecture

Distribution Group: Distribution Group I

Credit Hours: 5

Prerequisite(s): HIND 201 or permission of instructor

Description: Through use of cultural documents including films, radio broadcasts, and newspaper articles, this course builds students' proficiency in Hindi. Introduction of Hindi Literary traditions, provides space for meaningful interaction with authentic materials and furthers the student's appreciation of cultural nuances. Prepares students for further academic and nonacademic use of Hindi.

Long Title: SOUTH ASIAN LITERATURE, POETRY, AND POPULAR CULTURE I

Department: Center for Study of Languages

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Seminar

Distribution Group: Distribution Group I

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): HIND 202 or permission of instructor

Description: Focus will vary each year depending on both, the needs and interests of the students in the class, as well as contemporary issues. Readings range from classical, to modern 20th century literature and poetry. Various art forms, including theater and film, will be thematically related to the readings. This course is taught in Hindi. Cross-list: ASIA 331.

Long Title: SEMINAR IN SOUTH ASIAN LITERATURE, POETRY, AND POPULAR CULTURE II

Department: Center for Study of Languages

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Seminar

Credit Hours: 3

Prerequisite(s): HIND 335 or permission of instructor

Description: HIND 336 consolidates and builds on the fifth semester Hindi course HIND 335. Continues to build student proficiency in understanding, speaking, writing and thinking in Hindi. Prepares the student for further academic and non-academic use of Hindi. Emphasis is placed on spontaneous self expression in the language.

Long Title: HINDI TEACHING PRACTICUM

Department: Center for Study of Languages

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Independent Study

Credit Hours: 1 TO 6

Description: Students will work with instructor closely to acquire teaching skills in tutoring in Hindi. Instructor Permission Required. Repeatable for Credit.

Long Title: HINDI TEACHING PRACTICUM

Department: Center for Study of Languages

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Independent Study

Credit Hours: 1 TO 6

Description: Students will work with instructor closely to acquire teaching skills in tutoring in Hindi. Instructor Permission Required. Repeatable for Credit.

Long Title: INDEPENDENT STUDY

Department: Center for Study of Languages

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Independent Study

Credit Hours: 1 TO 6

Description:  Repeatable for Credit.

Long Title: INDEPENDENT STUDY

Department: Center for Study of Languages

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Course Type: Independent Study

Credit Hours: 1 TO 6