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SPAN 211 - Intermediate Integrated Language and Culture I
3 credits
A course designed to develop intermediate interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in Spanish. Students will integrate themes from various disciplines in their exploration of the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 111 , SPAN 210 or an appropriate placement score.
*Fulfills Civitae Core PWLA.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 10.
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SPAN 212 - Integrated Intermediate Language and Culture II
3 credits
A course designed to facilitate exploration of the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries through interdisciplinary inquiry. Students will integrate themes from various disciplines as they improve their interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 211 or an appropriate placement score.
*Fulfills Civitae Core PWLA.
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SPAN 295 - Special Topics
1-3 credits.
Selected Topics in Spanish. 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): SPAN 212
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPAN 302 - Conversation and Hispanic Culture
3 credits
Development of oral interpersonal and presentational communication skills in Spanish, expansion of vocabulary in context and improvement of pronunciation and listening comprehension in interdisciplinary contexts. Connections among disciplines, cultural and social issues such as current events, politics, gender-based discrimination or violence, multilingualism, regional identities, environmental and economic issues, religion, art, history, literature. Examination of issues from a variety of perspectives. Emphasis on strategies for circumlocution; initiating and closing conversation; interviewing; requesting and providing information; narrating and story-telling; expressing wishes, complaints, and emotions; giving and receiving advice; supporting opinions, influencing and persuading.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of FGLO Pillar and SPAN 212 or equivalent
Corequisite(s): None
*Fulfills Civitae PGLO
*Fulfills General Education Goal 9
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SPAN 315 - Spanish for Business
3 credits.
A study of vocabulary, concepts and cultural topics related to basic business interactions in Hispanic countries for advanced-intermediate and advanced-level students. Participants receive oral and written situational practice necessary for successful integration into today’s Spanish-speaking business world.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 212 or equivalent.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPAN 320 - Integrated Inquiry into Culture & Language
3 credits
A course designed to facilitate exploration of the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries through more advanced interdisciplinary inquiry. Students will integrate themes from various disciplines as they further improve their interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational communication in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 212 or appropriate placement test score
Corequisite(s): None
*Fulfills Civitae Core PWLA
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SPAN 325 - Hispanic Culture and Written Expression
3 credits
A practical approach to written expression through examination of cultural topics, such as current events in the Hispanic world, movies, literary works, and controversial issues. Exploration of these topics to further the development of the principal interpersonal and presentational writing modes: description, narration, exposition (analysis, classification, comparison/contrast, cause/effect),argumentation. Students will study and practice problematical points of grammar in authentic contexts.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 320 or permission of instructor
Corequisite(s): None
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SPAN 326 - Advanced Conversation and Phonetics
3 credits
The development of conversational strategies and the study of descriptive linguistics. Students will participate in conversation in paired and group activities, “scenarios”, debates, presentations. Students will learn to produce native-like sounds in the pronunciation of Spanish, to analyze and produce phonetic transcriptions, and to improve oral conversational proficiency in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 320 or permission of the instructor
Corequisite(s): None
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SPAN 335 - Hispanic Cinema
3 credits.
An introduction to cinema in Spanish, focusing on film as a means of communication and as cultural and artistic expression. Topics may include the history of Spanish and/or Spanish American cinema, great directors, a specific film genre (historical, horror, indigenous, landismo), films and literature, a particular director (Bunuel, Berlanga, Almodovar, Inarritu), or a specific period (dictatorship, “Transicion”). Students will learn the concepts and vocabulary required for describing and analyzing Spanish and Spanish American films.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 320 or permission of instructor.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPAN 341 - Spain: Civilization, Literature, and Artistic Expressions from Prehistory to 1700
3 credits
A course designed to facilitate exploration of Spanish culture and civilization through the study of representative artistic and literary works. Students will integrate themes from various disciplines as they develop insight into peoples and cultures of Spain from prehistoric times through 1700. PGLO
Prerequisite(s): Completion of FGLO Pillar and SPAN 320 . Permission of instructor required for students who have not completed SPAN 320 .
Corequisite(s): None
*Fulfills Civitae Core PGLO
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SPAN 351 - Early Latin American Civilization and Culture: Prehistory to 1800
3 credits
A course designed to facilitate exploration of the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries in the Americas. Students will integrate themes from various disciplines as they study the peoples and cultures of these nations from prehistoric times through early nationhood.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of the FGLO pillar; and SPAN 320 , or appropriate placement score, or permission of instructor
Corequisite(s): None
*Fulfills Civitae Core PGLO
*Fulfills General Education Goal 9
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SPAN 352 - Spanish American Civilization and Culture (1800 to the Present)
3 credits
A course designed to facilitate exploration of the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries in the Americas. Students will integrate themes from various disciplines as they study the literature and culture of these nations from 1800 through the present.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of the FGLO pillar; and SPAN 320 , or permission of instructor
Corequisite(s): None
*Fulfills Civitae Core PGLO
*Fulfills General Education Goal 3
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SPAN 390 - Directed Study 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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SPAN 400 - Approaches to Teaching Spanish
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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SPAN 411 - Studies in Literary Genre
3 credits
Study of a particular genre in Hispanic literature, such as Golden Age Drama, contemporary Hispanic novel.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 342 and SPAN 352
Corequisite(s): None
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SPAN 412 - Studies in Literary Genre
3 credits.
Study of a particular genre in Hispanic literature, such as Golden Age Drama, contemporary Hispanic novel.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 342 and SPAN 352
Corequisite(s): None
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SPAN 413 - Hispanic Literary Movements
3 credits.
Study of a particular movement or period in Hispanic literature such as Romanticism, Realism, Naturalism, Modernism, and the Generation of ‘98.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 342 and SPAN 352
Corequisite(s): None
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SPAN 414 - Hispanic Literary Movements
3 credits.
Study of a particular movement or period in Hispanic literature such as Romanticism, Realism, Naturalism, Modernism, and the Generation of ‘98.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 342 and SPAN 352
Corequisite(s): None
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SPAN 415 - Hispanic Authors
3 credits.
Study of a particular Hispanic author.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 342 and SPAN 352
Corequisite(s): None
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SPAN 416 - Hispanic Authors
3 credits.
Study of a particular Hispanic author.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 342 and SPAN 352
Corequisite(s): None
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SPAN 430 - Cultural Issues in the Spanish-Speaking World
3 credits
Study of a cultural topic or period in Spain or Latin America. Students will use various resources to investigate and will engage in discussion, debate, creation of articles or essays, and other avenues for interacting and sharing information. Focus will be on the in-depth understanding of cultural issues and improvement of communicative skills in Spanish. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 341 and SPAN 351
Corequisite(s): None
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SPAN 442 - Latin American Novel
3 credits.
A survey of the main innovative trends in the Latin American novel especially after 1945.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 342 and SPAN 352
Corequisite(s): None
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SPAN 461 - Senior Seminar: Literature in Cultural/Historical Context
2 credits
A seminar for senior modern language majors concentrating in Spanish, designed to integrate knowledge of Spanish and Spanish American history and culture as a background for literary analysis.
Prerequisite(s): SPAN 342 and SPAN 352
Corequisite(s): Must be taken concurrently with SPAN 490 (1 credit)
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SPAN 482 - Directed Teaching in the Elementary and Secondary Spanish Classroom.
12 credits.
Required of all students seeking PK-12 Teaching Licensure in Spanish. 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 (Spanish 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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SPAN 484 - Teaching Spanish in the Elementary School
1 credit.
A directed practicum designed to give students first-hand experience teaching Spanish in the elementary school. Students attend weekly sessions with the instructor throughout the semester, as well as observe, assist and instruct the Spanish for Kids class at PECES for eleven weeks. May be taken twice for credit.
Prerequisite(s): 6 credits in Spanish at the 300-level or higher.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPAN 490 - Directed Study
1-18 credits. 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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SPAN 492 - Internship in Spanish
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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SPAN 495 - Special Topics
1-3 credits.
Selected topics in Spanish. The topics will vary each 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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SPAN 498 - Honors Research in Spanish
3 credits.
Students conduct research in Spanish 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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Special Education A special fee is charged for all practicum, student teaching, internship, and assessment courses. †
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SPED 202 - Introduction to Special Education
3 credits.
Introduction to all exceptionalities included in special education; the psychology of exceptional learners and legislation pertaining to the education of students with disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 221 - Diversity in School Settings
3 credits.
This course emphasizes the responsibility of teachers and other school professionals to 1) communicate effectively for diverse audiences; 2) consider how verbal and non-verbal communication can be considered through various cultural lenses including that of disability; 3) communicate in a manner which fosters greater intercultural awareness and sensitivity; 4) examine the role of technology in contemporary communication with and between students; 5) consider the role and responsibilities of educators in public discourse in diverse professional settings. Course is required for those seeking licensure to teach Special Education General Curriculum K-12.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 202 or EDUC 245 or instructor permission.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 289 - Disability in Society
3 Credits
An introduction to the study of exceptional children and adults. The course will start with a review of how disabilities are perceived in society (language, portrayal in media) and will then cover several specific high incidence disabilities, including learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and intellectual disabilities. The course will cover characteristics of each disability, as well as factors relating to school, employment, and community living. The focus will be on helping individuals with disabilities to achieve the federal goals of equality of opportunity and full participation in society.
*Fulfills Civitae Core FHBS
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SPED 295 - Special Topics
1-3 credits.
Selected topics in Special Education. 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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SPED 305 - Behavior Management
3 credits.
Strategies for developing positive behavior intervention plans and supports from behavioral, cognitive, ecological, psychoeducational, and psychodynamic theories.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 321 - Reading and Language Arts for Students with Exceptional Needs
3 credits.
Research-based strategies for teaching reading and Language Arts to Students with Exceptional Needs. Emphasis on teacher-directed instruction and direct instructional teaching models. Must be taken concurrently with SPED 323 .
Prerequisite(s): SPED 202 and admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 322 - Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies Adaptations for Students with Exceptional Needs
3 credits.
Emphasis on strategies, accommodations, modifications, and collaboration for content areas such as Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 202 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 323 - Practicum in Reading Assessment and Tutoring
2 credits.
A field experience tutoring students with exceptional needs. †
Prerequisite(s): SPED 202 and admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. Must be taken concurrently with SPED 321 and SPED 325 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 325 - Introduction to Assessment
3 credits.
This course is designed to introduce students to the assessment process in special education by addressing foundational knowledge and issues surrounding the construction of IEP’s, curriculum-based measurement and assessment (CBM and CBA), and teacher-made tests. In addition, state assessments, such as SOL’s, will be discussed as they relate to special education students.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 202 .
Corequisite(s): Must be taken concurrently with SPED 321 and SPED 323 .
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SPED 327 - Practicum II
3 credits.
Advanced teaching experience with students with exceptional needs.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 305 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 389 - Survey of Exceptional Children
3 credits
An introduction to all disabilities in special education. Characteristics and needs of students with disabilities, legislation, litigation, inclusion, and the role of the classroom teacher as a member of the IEP team.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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SPED 411 - Assistive Technology and Augmentative Communication in the General Curriculum
3 credits.
Students will develop an understanding of low tech and high tech Assistive Technology (AT) and Augmentative/Alternative Communication (AAC) systems. Study will include federal and state laws related to the provision of AT/AAC and funding for devices. Students will learn to assess for, design, and apply AT and AAC to facilitate success in the lives of persons with disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 475 - Language and Language Disorders
3 credits
A study of normal development of language and delayed language acquisition resulting from environmental and organic causes.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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SPED 495 - Special Topics in Special Education
1-3 credits.
Selected topics in special education. The topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 498 - Honors Research in Special Education
3 credits.
Students conduct research in special education 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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SPED 516 - Medical and Neurological Problems of Exceptional Students
3 credits.
A comprehensive study of environmental/hereditary factors affecting the child with disabilities from the prenatal period through the school years. Educational strategies for accommodating medical and neurological conditions in the classroom.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 519 - Instructional Phonics
3 credits.
This course covers the principles of decoding and word identification skills. The emphasis will be on phonological and phonemic awareness, on alphabetic principles and explicit phonics instruction, and on morphemic analysis to build vocabulary. Effective practices to promote fluency with decoding skills and to improve comprehension will also be included. Students will be expected to master phonics concepts and skills and informal assessment of these skills.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 525 - Evidence Based Language Arts Instruction
3 credits.
All teachers, especially special educators, must demonstrate proficiency not only with the components of evidence based language arts instruction, but they must also be proficient in their delivery and monitoring of this instruction. This course will systematically teach the skills needed for an individual teacher to deliver evidence based language arts programs.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 545 - Psychoeducational Assessment
3 credits.
Psychological and educational assessment, administration and interpretation of informal, curriculum-based, standardized, and criterion-referenced tests. Interpretation of test results as a basis for placement and instruction. 3 credits. Fee required - $15.00.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 202 or 489 or 515 or permission of instructor.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 565 - Behavior Management
3 credits.
This course is designed to provide students with an overview of techniques used in the management of behavior. The principles and practice of behavior modification and applied behavior analysis for teachers will be stressed.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 575 - Career and Life Planning for Exceptional Learners in the General Curriculum
3 credits.
An in-depth study of preparatory skills for vocational opportunities for individuals with disabilities. An overview of social, leisure and recreational opportunities and assistive technology for individuals with disabilities.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 595 - Special Topics in Special Education
1-3 credits.
Selected topics in special education. The topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 600 - Thesis Research
1-3 credit hours.
This credit is awarded for the successful completion of a proposal, data collection, final thesis paper, and thesis presentation. Students must complete three hours for the degree requirement and must remain continuously enrolled in at least one credit hour until completion. Students must be enrolled in the semester scheduled for graduation.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 689 , EDUC 502.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 601 - Collaborative Special Education Research
1-3 credit hours.
The student will design, conduct, evaluate, discuss and disseminate the results of her/his proposed collaborative research project that is conducted with a Longwood University Professor. The product of this research will be either an article submitted for possible publication in a professional journal or a product approved by the faculty committee. Students must complete three hours for the degree requirement and must remain continuously enrolled in at least one credit hour until completion. Students must be enrolled in the semester scheduled for graduation.
Prerequisite(s): SPED 689 , EDUC 502.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 682 - Collaboration in the School, Home and Community
3 credits
Techniques for mainstreaming the child with mild/moderate disabilities through collaboration with the regular classroom teacher.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 689 - Seminar of Current Issues in Special Education
3 credits.
A discussion of current selected issues in special education such as litigation, legislation, personnel preparation and research.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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SPED 690 - Graduate Internship
1-3 credits.
A minimum of 200 clock hours in a public or private agency, supervised by a faculty advisor, in diagnosis, consultation, or research. Continuous enrollment required. Students may re-enroll as many times as necessary to earn the required 3 credit hours. Required fee for 3 credits - $15.00.
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 406 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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TESL 208 - Principles of PK-12 English as a Second Language Education
1 credit
Principles and methods of curriculum development, instruction, and assessment in the PK-12 English as a second language classroom with an emphasis on the World-Readiness Standards for Learning Languages and the Virginia Foreign Language SOLs. Required of all MOLA-TESL majors with a 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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TESL 309 - Advanced English Grammar in Context I
3 credits.
Designed for the advanced non-native English speaker to address advanced-level grammar concepts in a culturally situated context. Provides development of increased proficiency in all linguistic skills in American English and a more extensive acquaintance with the U.S. culture. This course will prepare students to use English to communicate effectively and to function in English-speaking communities. Not for native English speakers or TESL students.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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TESL 310 - Advanced English Grammar in Context II
3 credits.
Designed for the advanced non-native English speaker to address advanced-level American English grammar concepts in an academic context on the textual level. Provides development of increased proficiency in all linguistic skills with a focus on American English academic discourse skills. This course will prepare students to use English to communicate effectively in the U.S. academic community. Not for native English speakers or TESL students.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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TESL 400 - Approaches to Teaching English as a Second Language
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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TESL 482 - Directed Teaching in the Elementary and Secondary Classroom
12 credits
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 fourteen weeks (300 hours total).
Prerequisite(s): Completion of the TESL 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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THEA 100 - Theatre Freshman Seminar
1 credits
This course will introduce knowledge and skills that lead to success in the university, utilize critical thinking and analysis in all aspects of student life, and prepare students for assuming the role of a citizen leader working for the common good. This course design will emphasize study skills, which are necessary to achieve academic goals and introduce the student to the services offered at the university, which will enhance their undergraduate theatre experience.
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THEA 101 - Issues in Theatre
3 credits
This course is designed for students who are interested in exploring modern society in the context of performing arts. Through a series of readings, videos, and live performances, students will see how theatre is an integral part of human culture.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
*Fulfills Civitae Core FAES.
*Fulfills General Education Goal 4.
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THEA 104 - Theatre Production/Performance
1 credit
This is a practicum course for students who participate in Longwood Theatre productions. Students are required to audition for Longwood Theatre productions when registered for this course. If not cast, students will be designated production crew assignments including, but not limited to, technical run crew, management, or construction. This course may be repeated for credit 6 times and cannot be taken to satisfy theatre major core requirements as a senior.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 113 - Acting I
3 credits
This studio course is an introduction to the art of performance in the theatre.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 196 - BFA First Year Assessment
Zero credits
Assessment of performance or technology specialist’s audition or portfolio, as well as overall work ethic and participation in the first year of involvement in the BFA in Visual and Performing Arts program. See performance or technology faculty for specific requirements of assessment. Grading is pass/no-pass.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 214 - Stage Makeup for the Actor
3 credits
Through a combination of lecture and laboratory demonstration, students learn the basic skills of stage makeup application and design.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 215 - Voice and Speech
3 credits
This studio course is an introductory exploration of the physical and vocal skills required for effective performance. Emphasis is placed on developing self-awareness and control of the actor’s instrument through various vocal exercises and the practical application of heightened language and verse. Students will learn the International Phonetic Alphabet and its application to the actor’s speech as well as a variety of dialects.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 225 - Elements of Theatrical Design
3 credits
This is an introductory course in the elements of theatrical design. This course is the foundation of knowledge for all design courses in the theatre including scenic, lighting and costume. It will apply basic principles of visual design and provide the vocabulary necessary to analyze all aspects of theatrical design.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 230 - Theatre Aesthetics
3 credits
This is an introductory course in the aesthetics, which is to say the study of the art, of theatre and drama. It is an exploration into the theatrical theories, dramaturgical structures, and types of dramatic literature, which have influenced playwriting and theatrical practice from the ancient Greek to Modern periods.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 240 - Technical Theatre
3 credits
This course will give the student a basic understanding and appreciation of the technical side of theatre. It will provide a knowledge of the safe and proper way to handle scene shop equipment.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 241 - Drafting for Theatrical Design
3 credits
This is a lecture-studio course that deals with the fundamentals of theatrical drafting and mechanical drawing for those students who will be taking scene design, scene painting, and/or lighting design.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 275 - Stage Management
3 credits
This lecture-studio course explores the role and responsibilities of the stage manager in academic, community, regional, and professional theatre settings.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 292 - Internship in Theatre
1-18 credits.
A semester-long, on-the-job learning experience designed to apply the principles of theatre.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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THEA 295 - Special Topics in Theatre
1-3 credits.
This directed study opportunity geared toward freshmen and sophomores who want to explore a special course of study in Theatre Arts.
Prerequisite(s): None.
Corequisite(s): None.
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THEA 296 - BFA Second-Year Assessment
Zero credits
Assessment of performance or technology specialist’s audition or portfolio, as well as overall work ethic and participation in the second year of involvement in the BFA in Visual and Performing Arts program. See performance or technology faculty for specific requirements of assessment. Grading is pass/no-pass.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 196
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 306 - Stage Properties
3 credits
This course focuses on the design and creation of properties for the stage. Course content will include hands-on projects, research, resource, and discussion of period styles.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 315 - Movement I
3 credits
This studio course is an exploration of movement concepts emphasizing the fundamentals and mechanics of the body as an expressive tool with a special focus on the psycho-physical technique, including mime and mask. Classes are a combination of lecture, demonstration and experiential exercises. Content is directed toward the specific needs of the actors.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 316 - Acting II
3 credits
This studio course is designed to develop fundamental acting skills through classroom exercises, scene study, and character analysis.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 113 - minimum grade of C or by permission of instructor
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 317 - Acting III
3 credits
A practicum course in acting designed to further develop the actor’s analytical, vocal, and physical skills. Emphasis will be placed on exploring advanced performance concepts in a variety of dramatic styles.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 316 - minimum grade of C
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 320 - Directing
3 credits
This course introduces the student to the tools and techniques used by the interpretive artist in the production of a play. Training involves workshop exercise and scene studies.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 113 - minimum grade of C (THEA 316 preferred, but not required)
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 321 - Expressive Performance in Poetry
3 credits Crosslisted With: MUSC 321
This course is designed to develop performance methodologies by devising theatrical presentations through analysis and exploration of historical and contemporary poetry, lyric plays, opera, art songs, musical theatre and other written forms of music and theatre. No expertise in reading music notation is necessary.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of FAES Pillar
Corequisite(s): None
*Fulfills Civitae Core PAES
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THEA 330 - History of Theatre I
3 credits
This course is a study of the dramatic literature and the history of stage practices during the time of the Ancient Greeks to the time of Shakespeare.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150 - minimum grade of C
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 331 - History of Theatre II
3 credits
This course is a study of the dramatic literature and the history of stage practices from the time of the English Restoration to the Modern Period.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150 - minimum grade of C
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 337 - Costume Technology I
3 credits
This is a hands-on course in costume technology for the stage. Topics included in the course are basic sewing, identification and use of costume shop tools and equipment, safety, and wardrobing. Work on the department productions is required.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 240 - minimum grade of C
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 338 - Costume Technology II
3 credits
This course is an advanced extension of THEA 337 , with particular emphasis on couture stitching, tailoring, patternmaking, and fabric modification.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 337 - minimum grade of C
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 339 - Fashion History and Décor
3 credits
This course is a survey of clothing and ornament from ancient time to present day. Historical events, social influences, art, music, and home furnishings of each period will also be addressed.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 340 - Scene Design
3 credits
This is a lecture/studio course in which students analyze scripts for scenic needs and create scenic designs.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 225 or permission of instructor
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 341 - Sound Design
3 credits.
This is a lecture-studio course dealing with the basic skills necessary for the beginning sound designer. This course will be an introduction to the art and craft of sound design for theater. It will explore the tools and processes essential to the conceptualizing and implementing of both the content of a sound design and the sound system for delivery of that content. Work on departmental productions required.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 225 .
Corequisite(s): None.
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THEA 342 - Lighting Design I
3 credits
A lecture/studio course dealing with the basic skills necessary to the beginning lighting designer. Work on department productions required.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 225 or permission of instructor
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 344 - Theory and Practice of Scene Painting
3 credits
This is a lecture/studio course dealing with the fundamentals of scene painting, color theory, and their practical application.
Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 345 - Costume Design
3 credits
This is a course focuses on the skills necessary for creating costume designs for the stage including script analysis, research, sketching and rendering, costume history, and critical analysis of design aspects.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 225 of permission of instructor
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 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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THEA 396 - BFA Third-Year Assessment
Zero credits
Assessment of performance or technology specialist’s audition or portfolio, as well as overall work ethic and participation in the third year of involvement in the BFA in Visual and Performing Arts program. See performance or technology faculty for specific requirements of assessment. Grading is pass/no-pass.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 296
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 399 - Theatre Management
3 credits.
This course is designed to acquaint students with the problems and challenges facing producers and administrators who work in not-for-profit organizations, such as LORT theatres, dance companies and symphonies. Students explore concepts and procedures for staffing, fundraising, financing, marketing, planning, scheduling, and front-of-house management.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 150 - minimum grades of C.
Corequisite(s): None.
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THEA 400 - Theatre Senior Seminar
1 credit
Theatre Senior Seminar is a semester course that focuses on career exploration and an assessment of theatre skills honed during the student’s undergraduate tenure. Career exploration activities allow students to explore their interests, aptitudes, and to investigate possible careers within their discipline. This in-depth study allows students to use a variety of self-assessment instruments to determine their strengths and assessment their knowledge of the theatre and the professional field they are seeking upon completion of the program. This course will require a final creative/theoretical thesis or project and exit exam in Theatre History, Literature, and Design.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing
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THEA 401 - Methods of Teaching Theatre
3 credits
This is a concentrated study of contemporary practices, theory, and methods of teaching theatre in the secondary school. Emphasis will be placed on curriculum development, creating lesson plans, and formulating effective assessment guidelines. This is a reading intensive course.
Prerequisite(s): Theatre Core - minimum grade of C or permission of instructor
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 413 - Acting IV
3 credits
This course is an advanced practicum for actors, designed to address individual needs and interests. Emphasis is placed on preparing for professional auditions.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor; GPA 2.5 minimum
Corequisite(s): None
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THEA 414 - Movement II
3 credits
This course is a continued exploration of the physical and vocal skills required for effective stage performance. Emphasis is placed on the development of the actor’s instrument though the study of dance, period movement, storytelling, and a variety of devised projects. This course is a culmination of voice, speech and movement training and will conclude a devised performance for an audience. Classes are a combination of lecture, demonstration, and experiential exercises. Content of the course will be directed toward the specific needs of the actors.
Prerequisite(s): THEA 315 - minimum grade of C
Corequisite(s): None
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