Course Schedule and Catalog
Course Catalog - 2015-2016
HIND 105 - ACCEL BEGINNING HINDI
Long Title: ACCELERATED BEGINNING HINDI
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 5
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Alternative to HIND 101. This course includes an in-depth introduction to Hindi language. An intellectually challenging environment is created through a diversity of media. Students will be prepared to enter HIND 201 in the next semester. No prior background in Hindi required.
HIND 106 - ACCEL FIRST YEAR HINDI
Long Title: ACCELERATED FIRST YEAR HINDI
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 6
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Alternate first year Hindi for students who have some knowledge of spoken Hindi. This is an intensive course covering the equivalents of HIND 141 and 262. Students will be prepared for HIND 263 upon completion of the course.
Course URL: http://clichindi.blogs.rice.edu
HIND 141 - FIRST YEAR HINDI I
Long Title: FIRST YEAR HINDI I
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Development of interactional competence in Hindi (sociolinguistic and sociocultural knowledge) to communicate and interact with speakers of Hindi. The course is based on a student-centered, critical-thinking approach to language analysis/acquisition. No prior knowledge of this language is necessary. Credit may not be received for both HIND 141 and HIND 161. Recommended Prerequisite(s): Placement Test. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for HIND 141 if student has credit for HIND 161.
Course URL: http://hindiclic.blogs.rice.edu
HIND 142 - FIRST YEAR HINDI II
Long Title: FIRST YEAR HINDI II
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Continuation of HIND 141. Development of interactional competence in Hindi (sociolinguistic and socio cultural knowledge) to communicate and interact with speakers of Hindi. The course is based on a student-centered, critical-thinking approach to language analysis/acquisition. Credit may not be earned for both HIND 142 and HIND 262. Recommended Prerequisite(s): HIND 101 or HIND 141 or Placement Test. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for HIND 142 if student has credit for HIND 262.
Course URL: http://hindclic.blogs.rice.edu
HIND 235 - INTRO TO INDIAN CULTURE & LANG
Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO INDIAN CULTURES AND LANGUAGES
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: This course will examine factors influencing Indian cultures and languages. Topics include geography, customs, costumes, foods and traditions. There will be specific attention to linguistic diversity from Ancient India, British rule to present day. Questions concerning Hindi and Davanagari Script will be addressed. Will be taught in English.
HIND 263 - SECOND YEAR HINDI I
Long Title: SECOND YEAR HINDI I
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Continuation of HIND 142. Development of interactional competence in Hindi (sociolinguistic and socio cultural knowledge) to communicate and interact with speakers of Hindi. The course is based on a student-centered, critical-thinking approach to language analysis/acquisition. Recommended Prerequisite(s): HIND 202 or HIND 142 or Placement Test.
Course URL: http://clichindi.blogs.rice.edu
HIND 264 - SECOND YEAR HINDI II
Long Title: SECOND YEAR HINDI II
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Continuation of HIND 263. Development of interactional competence in Hindi (sociolinguistic and socio cultural knowledge) to communicate and interact with speakers of Hindi. The course is based on a student-centered, critical-thinking approach to language analysis/acquisition. Recommended Prerequisite(s): HIND 202 or HIND 263 or Placement Test.
Course URL: http://clichindi.blogs.rice.edu
HIND 301 - THIRD YEAR HINDI I
Long Title: THIRD YEAR HINDI I
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Distribution Group: Distribution Group I
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Continuation of HIND 264. Emphasis on developing reading and writing ability as more authentic materials and soci-cultural topics are introduced. Recommended Prerequisites: HIND 264.
Course URL: http://clichindi.blogs.rice.edu
HIND 302 - THIRD YEAR HINDI II
Long Title: THIRD YEAR HINDI II
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Lecture
Credit Hours: 3
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Continuation of HIND 301. Emphasis on developing reading and writing ability as more authentic materials and soci-cultural topics are introduced. Recommended Prerequisites: HIND 301 or Placement Test.
Course URL: http://clichindi.blogs.rice.edu
HIND 398 - HINDI TEACHING PRACTICUM
Long Title: HINDI TEACHING PRACTICUM
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Internship/Practicum
Credit Hours: 1 TO 6
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Students will work with instructor closely to acquire teaching skills in tutoring in Hindi. Instructor Permission Required. Repeatable for Credit.
HIND 399 - HINDI TEACHING PRACTICUM
Long Title: HINDI TEACHING PRACTICUM
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Internship/Practicum
Credit Hours: 1 TO 6
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Students will work with instructor closely to acquire teaching skills in tutoring in Hindi. Instructor Permission Required. Repeatable for Credit.
HIND 498 - INDEPENDENT STUDY
Long Title: INDEPENDENT STUDY
Department: Cntr Lang & Intercultural Comm
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Course Type: Independent Study
Credit Hours: 1 TO 6
Restrictions:
May not be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Description: Repeatable for Credit.