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Finance
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FINA 390 - Directed or Independent Study
1-18 credits.
Must be approved by the head of the department. May be repeated as 391.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FINA 413 - International Financial Markets
3 credits.
This course will analyze the key financial markets and instruments that facilitate trade and investment activity on a global scale. The scope of this class includes two areas: first, the economics determinants of prices, price changes, and price relationships in the major financial markets; and second, the policy issues that result for private enterprises and government policymakers.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 308 or FINA 350 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FINA 450 - Financial Management
3 credits.
Considerations, analyses and decisions pertinent to the financial management of a business firm. The course will make extensive use of cases. Offered spring semester only.
Prerequisite(s): FINA 353 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FINA 451 - Investment Analysis and Portfolio Management
3 credits.
Characteristics and analysis of individual securities as well as the theory and practice of optimally combining securities into portfolios. The presentation of material is intended to be rigorous and practical, without being overly quantitative. Offered spring semester only.
Prerequisite(s): FINA 350 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FINA 452 - Financial Markets and Institutions
3 credits.
Characteristics of and interrelationships among financial markets, securities, and institutions. Includes analysis of futures, options, swaps, and other derivative instruments. Offered fall semester only.
Prerequisite(s): FINA 350 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FINA 453 - Principles of Real Estate
4 credits.
Principles of ownership and transfer of real property interests; buying, selling, or leasing residential or investment real estate; and legal, economic, financial, and appraisal aspects of the subject matter. Offered spring semester only.
Prerequisite(s): FINA 350 , or permission of instructor.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FINA 454 - Real Estate Appraisal
4 credits.
Introduction to the basic principles and procedures of real estate appraisal. Topics include the real estate market, principles of valuation, building and site analysis, legal concepts, and the application of the three approaches to real estate valuation. Single family housing and rural lands will be highlighted. Offered spring semester only.
Prerequisite(s): FINA 350 and FINA 453 or instructor’s permission.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FINA 455 - Real Estate Finance and Investments
4 credits.
Introduction to the basic principles and procedures of real estate finance and investments. Topics include sources of funds, types and contents of financing instruments, roles of private and governmental institutions, the determination of economics feasibility of real estate investments and the effects of financing and taxes on investment profitability. Offered fall semester only.
Prerequisite(s): FINA 350 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FINA 456 - Real Estate Law
3 credits.
Legal concepts of real estate, land descriptions, real property rights, estates in land, contracts, conveyances, encumbrances, foreclosures, recording procedures, evidence of title, consumer protection and landlord-tenant law. Offered fall semester only.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FINA 490 - Independent Study
1-3 credits.
Advanced topics in finance. This is an individually designed course that allows the student to pursue advanced topics in specific finance areas.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of instructor.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FINA 492 - Internship: Finance
2-3 credits per internship placement; limited to a maximum of 6 credits.
An on-the-job learning experience designed to give students an opportunity to apply their technical and professional skills and to observe organizations in action.
Prerequisite(s): Cumulative and major GPA of 2.33 or greater, 60 credits, declared business or economics major, a declared concentration, FINA 350 , MANG 391 , and permission of internship director.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 14.
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FINA 495 - Special Topics
1-3 credits.
Selected topics in finance. The topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FINA 498 - Honors Research in Finance
3 credits.
Students conduct research in finance under the direction of a faculty member and the Senior Honors Research Committee. May be repeated as 499.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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French
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FREN 110 - Beginning Language & Culture
4 credits
A course designed to develop basic interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in French. Students will explore culture in French-speaking countries and make connections to diverse perspectives. Followed by FREN 210.
Prerequisite(s): No previous formal instruction in French, or a limited amount of previous formal instruction in French.
*Fulfills Civitae Core FGLO.
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FREN 111 - Intensive Beginning Language and Culture
4 credits
An intensive course designed to develop basic interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in French. Students will explore culture in French-speaking countries and make connections to diverse perspectives. Followed by FREN 211.
Prerequisite(s): An appropriate placement score and some previous formal experience.
*Fulfills Civitae Core FGLO.
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FREN 208 - Principles of PK-12 Foreign Language Education
1 credit
Principles and methods of curriculum development, instruction, and assessment in the PK-12 foreign language classroom with an emphasis on the World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages and the Virginia Foreign Language SOLs. Required of all MOLA majors with a French PK-12 education concentration. Students are encouraged to take this course in their first year at Longwood, or as soon as possible.
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FREN 210 - Beginning Integrated Language and Culture
1 credit
A course designed to continue developing basic interpersonal, interpretative, and presentational communication in French. Students will integrate these from various disciplines in their exploration of French and Francophone culture.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 110
Corequisite(s): None
*Fulfills Civitae Core PWLA.
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FREN 211 - Intermediate Integrated Language and Culture I
3 credits
A course designed to continue developing intermediate interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in French. Students will integrate themes from various disciplines in their exploration of French-speaking culture.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 111 , FREN 210 , or placement.
*Fulfills Civitae Core PWLA.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 10.
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FREN 212 - Integrated Intermediate Language and Culture II
3 credits
A course designed to facilitate exploration of the cultures of French-speaking communities through interdisciplinary inquiry. Students will integrate themes from various disciplines as they improve their interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in French.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 211 , or an appropriate placement score.
*Fulfills Civitae Core PWLA.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 10.
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FREN 295 - Special Topics
1-3 credits.
Selected topics in French. The topics will vary from semester to semester. Descriptions will be available from academic advisors. Does not satisfy requirement for BA degree. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 212 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 311 - French Studies Abroad
1-16 credits per semester.
Primarily intended for transfer of credit earned abroad in courses on French language, civilization, or culture.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 312 - French Studies Abroad
1-16 credits per semester.
Primarily intended for transfer of credit earned abroad in courses on French language, civilization, or culture.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 320 - Advanced French
3 credits.
Development of increased proficiency in all linguistic skills and a more extensive acquaintance with French and Francophone culture. This course will prepare students for more advanced culture and literature courses, but will also prepare students to use French to communicate effectively and to function in a foreign community.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 212 or appropriate placement test score. Successful completion of this course is recommended before students take upper-level courses.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 330 - Civilization and Culture
3 credits.
A study of French civilization and culture with emphasis on social institutions of the current century.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 212
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 335 - French Cinema
3 credits.
An introduction to cinema in French focusing on one of any number of particular topics within the broader subject. Topics may include the history of French cinema, great directors, films treating a specific subject matter (love, war, family), films and literature, films and history, a particular director (Renoir, Truffaut, Godard), or a group of directors (le réalisme poétique,” “La Nouvelle Vague”), or films from a particular period. Students will learn the vocabulary required for describing and analyzing French films.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 212 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 341 - A Survey of French Literature I: The Middle Ages Through the Enlightenment
3 credits.
A study of representative works and literary movements in French literature from the Middle Ages through the Enlightenment. Students will learn to use the methods and language of literary analysis.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 212 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 3.
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FREN 342 - Survey of French Literature II. Romanticism Through the New Novel
3 credits.
A study of representative works and literary movements in French literature of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Students will learn to use the methods and language of literary analysis.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 212 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 3.
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FREN 390 - Directed or Independent Study
1-18 credits.
Must be approved by the head of the department. May be repeated as 391.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 400 - Approaches to Teaching French
3 credits.
A study of theories of second language acquisition and their application to the teaching of languages in a communicative, interactive approach at the primary, middle, and secondary levels. Attention will be given to the teaching and testing of listening, reading, writing, speaking, and cultural understanding. Students will develop lesson plans, engage in peer-teaching, and integrate technology into teaching. Students should take this course in the semester prior to student teaching.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 401 - Advanced Grammar and Composition.
3 credits.
Syntax and grammar through written work.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 212 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 402 - Advanced Conversation and Phonetics
3 credits.
Theory and practice in the spoken language. Current techniques and their uses in attaining mastery of oral French.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 212 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 411 - Studies in Literary Genre
3 credits
Study of a particular genre in French literature, such as the Nouveau Roman, short story, romantic theater, symbolist poetry.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 and FREN 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 412 - Studies in Literary Genre
3 credits.
Study of a particular genre in French literature, such as the Nouveau Roman, short story, romantic theater, symbolist poetry.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 and FREN 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 413 - French Literary Movements
3 credits
Study of a particular movement or period in French literature, such as Realism, Neo-classicism, Naturalism, Surrealism, Existentialism.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 and FREN 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 414 - French Literary Movements
3 credits.
Study of a particular movement or period in French literature, such as Realism, Neo-classicism, Naturalism, Surrealism, Existentialism.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 and FREN 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 415 - Major French Authors
3 credits.
Study of a particular author of French literature, such as Montaigne, Sartre, Hugo, Voltaire, Valery.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 and FREN 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 416 - Major French Authors
3 credits.
Study of a particular author of French literature, such as Montaigne, Sartre, Hugo, Voltaire, Valery.
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 and FREN 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 461 - Senior Seminar: Literature in Cultural/Historical Context
2 credits.
A seminar for senior modern language majors concentrating in French, designed to integrate knowledge of French and Francophone history and culture as a background for literary analysis. Must be taken concurrently with FREN 490 (1 credit).
Prerequisite(s): FREN 341 and FREN 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 482 - Directed Teaching in the Elementary and Secondary French Classroom
12 credits.
Required of all students seeking PK-12 Teaching Licensure in French. Each student is assigned to work with qualified cooperating teachers in selected school settings off campus. Settings will be chosen among elementary, middle and secondary levels. The student teacher follows the schedule of the cooperating teacher and will take over all duties under the supervision of the cooperating teacher. The schedule involves a minimum teaching day of five to six hours for five days each week for (300 hours total).
Prerequisite(s): Completion of the Modern Language major (French concentration), the Study Abroad requirement, and a minimum cumulative and major GPA of 2.50.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 14.
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FREN 490 - Directed Study
6 credits maximum.
Individualized study; recommended only when material cannot be covered in scheduled courses. By permission of department head.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 14.
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FREN 492 - Internship in French
1-16 credits.
Directed practicum in an applied setting that permits experiential learning. Students learn through performance in meaningful tasks in a variety of professional environments, such as foreign trade missions, government agencies, or the travel industry. It is intended for seniors not seeking teacher certification.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 14.
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FREN 495 - Special Topics
1-3 credits.
Selected topics in French. The topics will vary from semester to semester. Descriptions will be available from academic advisors. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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FREN 498 - Honors Research in French
3 credits.
Students conduct research in French under the direction of a faculty member and the Senior Honors Research Committee. May be repeated as 499.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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Geography A special fee is charged for all courses with laboratories.
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GEOG 201 - Basic Elements of Geography
3 credits
The significance of human/environment interaction and cultural processes in the organization of space on the earth’s surface from a geographical point of view is addressed. 3 lecture periods.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills Civitae Core FHCI
*Fulfills General Education Goal 8
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GEOG 220 - Geography of South America
3 credits.
An examination of the natural and cultural landscape in the regional development of South America. 3 lecture periods.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 9.
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GEOG 241 - Cultural Geography
3 credits.
A study of the interaction between man and the land. Spatial and time elements are interwoven with selected topics such as man’s religions, settlement patterns, political organization, economics, and population characteristics. 3 lecture periods.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 261 - Meteorology
4 credits. Crosslisted With: (EASC 261 )
A study of the basic weather phenomena and processes including the elements for modern weather forecasting. 3 lecture. one 2-hour lab periods.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 275 - Introduction to Geographic Information Systems
4 credits. Crosslisted With: (EASC 275 )
Introduces concepts related to geographic information systems (GIS). Topics include cartography, coordinate systems and map projections, data classification and generalization, methods of thematic map symbolization, GIS application domains, data models and sources, analysis methods and output techniques. Lectures, readings and hands-on experience with GIS software. 3 lecture. 2-hour lab periods.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 292 - Internship in Geography
1-18 credits.
A semester-long, on-the-job learning experience designed to apply the principles of geography.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 295 - Special Topics in Geography
1-6 credits
Specialized courses on a variety of topics that may be offered periodically.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 310 - Thinking Geographically
3 credits.
This course seeks to impart a geographic perspective on the world, including the examination of global patterns and networks of economic interdependence. The essential elements of location, site and situation, movement and connections, regional organization, and human-environmental interaction will be discussed to gain an understanding of geographic inquiry. Students will learn aspects of spatial thinking, particularly how people perceive, organize, and remember geographic information. Students will develop and apply a set of geographic skills, with a significant portion of examples being Virginia and economic focused. How geography links with economics, history, natural sciences, and the humanities will also be explored.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 311 - Studies Abroad
1-18 credits.
Primarily intended for transfer of credit earned abroad in courses in geography.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 312 - Studies Abroad
1-18 credits.
Primarily intended for transfer of credit earned abroad in courses in geography.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 340 - Global Environmental Issues.
3 credits. Crosslisted With: (ENSC 340 )
This course requires students to apply the varied perspectives from the social sciences and natural sciences to gain a more integrated and multifaceted understanding of environmental issues at the global scale. It will examine the effects of globalization on the environment and economy in different parts of the world. Within the context of human population dynamics, the course will examine both physical and social sustainability issues associated with natural resource consumption and environment change.
Prerequisite(s): ENSC 201 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 342 - Biogeography
4 credits. Crosslisted With: (BIOL 342 , EASC 342 )
An investigation of the past and present geographic distribution of organisms on land and in water. This broad, interdisciplinary course will combine insights from biology, ecology, geography, and geology to examine changes in species distribution over space and time. The course will investigate: 1)historical and present day patterns in biological diversity 2) the geologic, climatic, and ecological factors controlling these patterns, 3) the influence of humanity on biogeography, and 4) the conservation of biodiversity. 3 lecture. one 2-hour lab periods.
Prerequisite(s) or corequisite(s): Prerequisite or may be taken concurrently: BIOL 288 or permission of instructor.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 352 - World Regional Geography
3 credits.
Analysis of the geography of major world regions, emphasizing the physical, cultural, and economic factors affecting life in each. Special consideration is given to current problems involving natural hazards, political developments, and cultural attributes of countries around the world. 3 lecture periods.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 353 - Geography of Virginia
3 credits. Crosslisted With: (EASC 353 )
Geographical appraisal of Virginia, including the geology, landforms, soils, climate, economic minerals, original vegetation, and the human geography of Virginia, emphasizing settlement and population, agriculture, industries and transportation.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 354 - Hydrology
3 credits. Crosslisted With: (EASC 354 )
This course is an introductory survey of hydrology. Emphasis is on the general physical and chemical principles which govern hydrologic processes. Approaches to hydrologic measurements and the application of hydrologic analyses to water-resource management issues will be examined. A basic understanding of elementary mathematics, physics, physical geography, and chemistry is assumed. 3 lecture periods.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 356 - Climatology
4 credits. Crosslisted With: (EASC 356 )
This course examines the functioning of the climate systems at various scales - from micro to global. Emphasis is also given to how the climate system interacts with the biological, physical, and hydrological components of the earth system, in addition to the socioeconomic and political landscapes. This course provides a breadth of information covering the many subfields of climatology, including physical climatology, hydroclimatology, synoptic climatology, paleoclimatology, and climate change science. Laboratory exercises will expose students to datasets and tools commonly used in climatology. 3 lecture. one 2-hour lab periods.
Prerequisite(s): EASC 212 or EASC 300 , with a minimum grade of C-, or permission of instructor.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 358 - Map Design and Analysis
4 credits
Emphasis is focused on the construction of thematic maps at the pre-professional level and their incorporation in presentations of research. Computer-based techniques and processes are stressed along with rudimentary geographic information system design. 3 lecture periods and 2-hour lab periods.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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GEOG 390 - Directed or Independent Study
1-18 credits.
Must be approved by the head of the department. May be repeated as 391.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 392 - Internship in Geography
1-18 credits.
A semester-long, on-the-job learning experience designed to apply the principles of geography.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 395 - Special Topics in Geography
1-6 Credits
Specialized courses on a variety of topics that may be offered periodically.
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GEOG 403 - Geography of Europe
3 credits.
Regional analysis of peninsular, western and central Europe and the Mediterranean Basin. 3 lecture periods.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 404 - Geography of the U.S. and Canada
3 credits.
Regional analysis of the United States and Canada, emphasizing the physical, cultural, and economic factors affecting the utilization of the several regions. 3 lecture periods.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 410 - Geomorphology
3 credits. Crosslisted With: (EASC 410 )
An introduction to the major landform shaping processes that affect the surface of the earth. Human impact on these geomorphic processes, particularly the effects of urbanization and erosive land use, will be discussed with regard to current models of geomorphic change. 3 lecture periods.
Prerequisite(s): EASC 211 or EASC 300 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 435 - Watershed Monitoring and Assessment
4 credits Crosslisted With: (EASC 435 )
This course introduces students to the methods and materials used for monitoring and assessing the environmental and ecological health of water sheds, including assessment methods and metrics, monitoring strategies and data analyses. Students will acquire hands-on experience in implementing monitoring strategies, installing monitoring equipment, performing biological assessments, collecting water quality samples and analyzing college data. 3 lecture. one 2-hour lab period.
Prerequisite(s): EASC 275 /GEOG 275 and MATH 171 or permission of instructor.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 490 - Directed or Independent Study
1-3 credits.
Students will carry out study or research projects under supervision of an instructor. Six credits total may be earned.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 14.
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GEOG 492 - Internship in Geography
1-18 credits.
A semester-long, on-the-job learning experience designed to apply the principles of geography.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 14.
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GEOG 494 - Advanced Internship in Geography
1-4 credits.
A semester-long, on-the-job learning experience designed to apply the principles of geography. May be a continuation of GEOG 492 or a new internship experience that involves advanced responsibilities and application of knowledge. May be repeated.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 495 - Special Topics in Geography.
1-6 credits
Specialized courses on a variety of topics that maybe offered periodically.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 496 - Research in Geography
1-4 credits.
With the approval of a faculty member and the department chair, a student may carry out an individual research project. May be repeated.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 14.
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GEOG 497 - Advanced Research in Geography
1-4 credits.
With the approval of a faculty member and the department chair, a student may carry out an individual research project. May be a continuation of GEOG 496 or a new research project that involves advanced application of knowledge and skills. Students are encouraged to share the findings of their research through a poster or oral presentation. May be repeated.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GEOG 498 - Honors Research in Geography
3 credits.
Students conduct research in geography under the direction of a faculty member and the Senior Honors Research Committee. May be repeated as 499.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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German
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GERM 110 - Beginning Language and Culture
4 credits
An intensive course designed to develop basic interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in German. Students will explore culture in German-speaking countries and make connections to diverse perspectives. Followed by GERM 210.
Prerequisite(s): No previous formal instruction in German, or a limited amount of previous instruction in German.
*Fulfills Civitae Core FGLO.
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GERM 111 - Intensive Beginning Language and Culture
4 credits
An intensive course designed to develop basic interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in German. Students will explore culture in German-speaking countries and make connections to diverse perspectives. Followed by GERM 211 .
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: An appropriate placement score and some previous experience.
*Fulfills Civitae Core FGLO.
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GERM 208 - Principles of PK-12 Foreign Language Education
1 credits
Principles and methods of curriculum development, instruction, and assessment in the PK-12 foreign language classroom with an emphasis on the World Readiness Standards for Learning Languages and the Virginia Foreign Language SOLs. Required of all MOLA majors with a German PK-12 education concentration. Students are encouraged to take this course in their first year at Longwood, or as soon as possible.
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GERM 210 - Beginning Integrated Language and Culture
3 credits
A course designed to continue developing basic interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in German. Students will integrate themes from various disciplines in their exploration of German-speaking culture.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 110
Corequisite(s): None
*Fulfills Civitae Core PWLA.
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GERM 211 - Intermediate Integrated Language and Culture
3 credits
A course designed to continue developing intermediate interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in German. Students will integrate themes from various disciplines in their exploration of German-speaking culture.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 111 , GERM 208 or an appropriate placement score.
*Fulfills Civitae Core PWLA.
*Fulfills General Eduation Goal 10.
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GERM 212 - Integrated Intermediate Language and Culture II
3 credits
A course designed to enhance interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in German. Students will integrate themes from various disciplines in their exploration of German-speaking culture.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 211 , or an appropriate placement score.
*Fulfills Civitae Core PWLA.
*Fulfills General Eduation Goal 10.
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GERM 295 - Special Topics
1-3 credits.
Selected topics in German. The topics will vary from semester to semester. Descriptions will be available from academic advisors. Does not satisfy requirement for B.A. degree. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 212
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 311 - German Studies Abroad
3-16 credits per semester.
Primarily intended for transfer of credit earned abroad in courses on German language, civilization, or culture.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 312 - German Studies Abroad
3-16 credits per semester.
Primarily intended for transfer of credit earned abroad in courses on German language, civilization, or culture.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 315 - German for Business
3 credits.
A study of vocabulary, concepts and cultural topics related to basic business interactions in German countries for advanced-intermediate and advanced-level students. Participants receive oral and written situational practice necessary for successful integration into today’s German-speaking business world.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 212 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 320 - Advanced German
3 credits.
Development of increased proficiency in all linguistic skills and a more extensive acquaintance with German culture. This course will prepare students for more advanced culture and literature courses, but will also prepare students to use German to communicate effectively and to function in a foreign community.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 212 or appropriate placement test score. Successful completion of this course is recommended before students take upper-level courses.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 330 - Civilization and Culture
3 credits.
A study of German civilization and culture with emphasis on social institutions of the current century.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 212
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 341 - Survey of German Literature I: The Age of Goethe
3 credits.
A study of representative works and literary movements in German literature from the Enlightenment through Romanticism. Students will learn to use the methods and language of literary analysis.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 212 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 3.
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GERM 342 - Survey of German Literature II: Realism to the Present
3 credits.
A survey of 19th and 20th century German literature from Realism to the present with emphasis on dramatic and prose forms. Students will learn to use the methods and language of literary analysis.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 212 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 3.
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GERM 390 - Directed or Independent Study
1-18 credits.
Must be approved by the head of the department. May be repeated as 391.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 400 - Approaches to Teaching German
3 credits.
A study of theories of second language acquisition and their application to the teaching of languages in a communicative, interactive approach at the primary, middle, and secondary levels. Attention will be given to the teaching and testing of listening, reading, writing, speaking, and cultural understanding. Students will develop lesson plans, engage in peer-teaching, and integrate technology into teaching. Students should take this course in the semester prior to student teaching.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 401 - Advanced Grammar and Composition
3 credits.
Syntax and grammar through written work in common, practical contexts.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 212 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 402 - Advanced Conversation and Phonetics
3 credits.
Theory and practice in the spoken language. Current techniques and their uses in attaining mastery of oral German.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 212 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 411 - Studies in Literary Genre
3 credits.
Study of a particular genre in German literature, such as the Novelle, lyric poetry, the German novel, modern drama, short story.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 341 and GERM 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 412 - Studies in Literary Genre
3 credits.
Study of a particular genre in German literature, such as the Novelle, lyric poetry, the German novel, modern drama, short story.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 341 and GERM 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 413 - German Literary Movements
3 credits.
Study of a particular movement or period in German literature, such as Romanticism, the Age of Goethe, Sturm und Drang, Realism, Naturalism.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 341 and GERM 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 414 - German Literary Movements
3 credits.
Study of a particular movement or period in German literature, such as Romanticism, the Age of Goethe, Sturm und Drang, Realism, Naturalism.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 341 and GERM 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 415 - Major German Authors
3 credits.
Study of a particular German author such as Goethe, Schiller, Kleist, Kafka, Thomas Mann.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 341 and GERM 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 416 - Major German Authors
3 credits.
Study of a particular German author such as Goethe, Schiller, Kleist, Kafka, Thomas Mann.
Prerequisite(s): GERM 341 and GERM 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 461 - Senior Seminar: Literature in Cultural/Historical Context
2 credits.
A seminar for senior modern language majors concentrating in German designed to integrate knowledge of German history and culture as a background for literary analysis. Must be taken concurrently with GERM 490 (1 credit).
Prerequisite(s): GERM 341 and GERM 342 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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GERM 482 - Directed Teaching in the Secondary German Classroom
12 credits.
Required of all students seeking PK-12 Teaching Licensure in German. Each student is assigned to work with qualified cooperating teachers in selected school settings off campus. Settings will be chosen among elementary, middle and secondary levels. The student teacher follows the schedule of the cooperating teacher and will take over all duties under the supervision of the cooperating teacher. The schedule involves a minimum teaching day of five to six hours for five days each week (300 hours total).
Prerequisite(s): completion of the Modern Languages major (German concentration), the Study Abroad requirement, and a minimum cumulative and major GPA of 2.50.
Corequisite(s): None.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 14.
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