MATC 2024-25 Catalog

DEGREE/DIPLOMA/CERTIFICATE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

to study the target culture while using the target language. Prerequisite(s): Complete FLANG-214 or satisfactory MATC placement test score. FLANG-219 Credits: 1 Spanish Immersion/Special Topics Spanish Immersion: Music and Culture in Mexico is for students at beginning pro fi ciency (completion of at least one semester of college level Spanish or the equivalent). Students at higher levels can also bene fi t. With 16 hours of immersion, your Spanish will improve through conversation, games and activities. FLANG-221 Credits: 4 French1 A conversational approach to French introduces the student to the four language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Elementary rules of grammar and exercises are presented at the appropriate time. Use of the language laboratory one period each week is mandatory. FLANG-222 Credits: 4 French2 The student further develops the ability to comprehend and speak French. The student also completes the study of elementary grammar and applies the principles of French grammar and syntax to translations and short compositions. Longer and more complicated reading assignments test the student’s comprehension. Use of the language lab one period each week is mandatory. Prerequisite(s): Complete FLANG-221 or satisfactory placement test score. FLANG-228 Credits: 3 Spanish for Spanish Speakers Fosters further linguistic development through the emphasis on contemporary issues facing Latinos. This stresses the improvement of writing and speaking professional Spanish as well as gaining a deeper understanding of the broader Spanish-speaking world. Upon successful completion, students possess an intermediate-mid level of written and spoken Spanish. Prerequisite(s): Complete FLANG-213 or satisfactory placement test score. FLANG-262 Credits: 4 Arabic I This Arabic course is designed to give you a strong base in the language and an increased awareness of the cultural perspectives offered. Part of learning Arabic is developing perspectives offered through the many Arabic speaking cultures. The text will be used as a resource to help guide us; however, we will be expanding beyond the text when necessary. FLANG-263 Credits: 4 Arabic 2 In this continuation of FLANG-262, students develop additional communicative skills in real life situations and gain a better understanding of the Arabic-speaking cultures of the world in relation to their own. One hour of language lab attendance per week is required. Prerequisite(s): Complete FLANG-262 or consent of instructor.

FLANG-123

Credits: 3

FLANG-205

Credits: 4

Intermediate Spanish This course is designed to help students build language pro fi ciency and gain cultural awareness by discussing in the target language a variety of practical topics related to the Spanish-speaking community. One hour of language lab attendance per week is required. FLANG-200 Credits: 2 Spanish1A For beginning students who feel they need more time to complete Spanish 1. This course is the fi rst half of a curriculum that divides Spanish 1 into two semesters. It moves gradually and includes an emphasis on how to learn a foreign language. The course stresses the development of basic communicative skills through practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Vocabulary and grammar are emphasized. A study of values and customs provides an increased awareness of the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. The course is college transferable as Spanish 1 only upon completion of both semesters. Prerequisite(s): This class is a beginning level class: “If you feel this class would be too easy for you, contact world languages@matc.edu, prior to registration, for a quick and free placement test.” Earning a grade of B or better in a higher level course will earn students 2-14 free FLANG credits for the classes skipped, thus saving students time and money. FLANG-201 Credits: 2 Spanish1B A continuation of Spanish 1, fi rst semester. This slower-paced course stresses the development of basic communicative skills through practice in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Vocabulary and grammar are emphasized. A study of values and customs provides an increased awareness of the culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Upon completion of this course and FLANG-209, students have the equivalent of Spanish 1. Prerequisite(s): Complete FLANG-200 or satisfactory MATC placement test score. FLANG-202 Credits: 4 Spanish1 This Spanish course is designed to give you a strong base in the language and an increased awareness of the cultural perspectives offered. Part of learning Spanish is developing perspectives offered through the many Spanish speaking cultures. The text will be used as a resource to help guide us; however, we will be expanding beyond the text when necessary. Prerequisite(s): This class is a beginning level class; “If you feel this class would be too easy for you, contact worldlanguages@matc.edu, prior to registration, for a quick and free placement test.” Earning a grade of B or better in a higher level course will earn students 2-14 free FLANG credits for the classes skipped, thus saving students time and money.

Spanish2 In this continuation of FLANG-201 or FLANG-202, students develop additional communicative skills in real-life situations and gain a better understanding of the Spanish speaking cultures of the world in relation to their own. One hour of language lab attendance per week is re-quired. Prerequisite(s): Complete FLANG-201, FLANG-202 or satisfactory MATC placement test score. FLANG-213 Credits: 3 Spanish3 This course is designed to help students build language pro fi ciency and gain cultural awareness by discussing in the target language a variety of cultural topics and pertinent current issues. Students will re fi ne grammar skills to improve conversational abilities. Prerequisite(s): Complete FLANG-205 or satisfactory MATC placement test score. FLANG-214 Credits: 3 Spanish4 This course is a continuation of FLANG-213. Students will continue to study cultural topics. Students will increase vocabulary, re fi ne communicative skills and develop cultural insights. One hour of language lab attendance per week is required. Prerequisite(s): Complete FLANG-213 or satisfactory MATC placement test score. FLANG-215 Credits: 2 Intermediate Spanish Grammar and Conversation 1 A composition/conversation course that presents a comprehensive review of grammatical principles, verbs and idioms while promoting the four basic language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Language lab attendance of one period per week is mandatory. Prerequisite(s): Complete FLANG-205. FLANG-216 Credits: 2 Intermediate Spanish Grammar and Conversation 2 A continuation of FLANG-215. Principles of grammar are systematically reviewed with emphasis on the use of the subjunctive and audiolingual practice, as well as the development of speaking, listening and writing skills. Language lab attendance one period per week is mandatory. Prerequisite(s): Complete Spanish 5: Conversation, Grammar and Current Topics This course focuses on developing accuracy and pro fi ciency in spoken communication. Building on their experience in Spanish 4, students study the Spanish language in greater depth and breadth. Students continue to re fi ne their language abilities through the study of Hispanic culture. Current topics, cultural norms and a “tour” of the Hispanic world will offer students the opportunity FLANG-215. FLANG-218 Credits: 3

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