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2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Modern Language and Culture, B.A.

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Contact Information

Website: http://foreignlanguage.hss.kennesaw.edu/
Phone: (470) 578-6366

Program Description

Speaking a second language and understanding other cultures are of strategic importance in a world in which international collaboration is not only necessary for political survival, but also indispensable for economic success. The B.A. with a major in Modern Language and Culture prepares graduates who are able to communicate effectively in one or more foreign languages and have a keen understanding of how humans interact across world cultures. Graduates will be familiar with current global issues and possess the knowledge, skills, and versatility needed to succeed academically and professionally in an ever-changing society.

The B.A. with a major in Modern Language and Culture is designed to develop students’ communication skills and understanding of other cultures and to foster respect for difference and diversity in a global society. Students choose one of five primary languages - Chinese, French, German, Italian, or Spanish - in which they develop and refine language proficiency as well as cross-cultural competence. In the course of their studies, Modern Language and Culture majors acquire and practice the communication skills and cultural competence necessary to function effectively in a global society. The curriculum prepares degree candidates for future academic programs and professional careers in which foreign language proficiency and cultural knowledge are desirable or required or both.

Admissions Requirements

This program does not have specific admission requiremetns and only admission to Kennesaw State University is required. For more information, please visit the Admissions  section of the Catalog.

Graduation Requirements

Each student is expected to meet the Academic Policies Graduation Policies and Procedures  outlined in the Academic Policies section of the Catalog. In addition, all Modern Language and Culture majors must take an official Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI). In addition, majors choosing the “Teacher Certification in a Foreign Language” concentration must receive a minimum rating of “Advanced Low” to graduate and to receive a recommendation for certification. For information about the OPI, see http://www.actfl.org.

Accreditation

The B.A. with a major in Modern Language and Culture is fully accredited by NCATE (National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education) and nationally recognized by ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages).

Program of Study

General Education Core Curriculum (Areas A-E) (42 Credit Hours)

See listing of requirements.  

Lower Division Major Requirements (Area F) (18 Credit Hours)

Select a primary language: Chinese, French, German, Italian, or Spanish.

Select three courses from one of the following concentrations:

Second Language and Culture

(the language chosen must be different from the primary language)

Teacher Certification in Foreign Language

Note:
*Must be different from the Primary Language.

Applied Business

Note:

* If ECON 2106 already taken in General Education.

Cross-disciplinary Perspectives

(choose three of the following courses)

Required Core Courses (Chinese, French, German, Italian, or Spanish) (30 Credit Hours)

Chinese

French

German

Italian

Spanish

Other Requirements

Select one concentration I. Second Language and Culture II. Teacher Certification in Foreign Languages III. Applied Business IV. Cross-disciplinary Perspectives

Concentration I: Second Language and Culture (9 Credit Hours)

Select three 3000 level courses (or higher) within your second language (Chinese, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, or Spanish)

Concentration II: Teacher Certification in Foreign Languages (33 Credit Hours)

The Teacher Certification in Foreign Language concentration is designed to prepare Foreign Language Education teachers at all grade levels (pre-kindergarten through grade 12). It leads to P-12 teacher certification in the teaching field of (Chinese, French, German, or Spanish) in Georgia. Candidates complete a major in Modern Language and Culture (primary language: Chinese, French, German, or Spanish) and the equivalent of a second major in pedagogical studies with an emphasis on teaching a foreign language.

Concentration III: Applied Business (9 Credit Hours)

Note:

* Must be the same as the primary language

Concentration IV: Cross-Disciplinary Perspectives (9 Credit Hours)

(Choose three of the following courses):

Related Studies (9 Credit Hours)

(Applies to concentrations I, III, and IV only): Nine hours of upper-division studies beyond the major requirements as approved by the academic advisor. Lower division courses or additional internship or study abroad hours may also be approved when appropriate.

Free Electives (12 Credit Hours)

(Applies to concentrations I, III, and IV only): Any courses in the university curriculum.

Program Total: Concentrations I, III, and IV (120 Credit Hours)

Program Total: Concentration II (123 Credit Hours)

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