James Madison University James Madison University 38 courses
Students gain skills in cross-cultural competence as they explore the language, material and intangible cultures, history, traditions, film, literature, and social practices of non-English-speaking nations. The minor seeks to provide students with the critical and analytical skills necessary to reflect upon and appreciate these cultures and societies and to encourage students to think on a more global level. The minor provides a deeper understanding of cross-cultural perspectives, increases a studentβs ability to act as a citizen of the world, and expands the range of professional opportunities open to them. The minor is designed to be flexible and to encourage students to explore interdisciplinary connections in International Affairs, International Business, Anthropology, History, Health Sciences, Justice Studies, and other academic fields. A minor in a modern foreign language consists of the specified upper-division courses in a specific language.
Language Foundations: 9 Credit Hours
Choose three courses from the following list.
Language Foundations: 9 Credit Hours
Choose three courses from the following list.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHIN 300 | Language for Living | 3 |
| CHIN 301 | Pop Culture through Language | 3 |
| CHIN 307 | Chinese Culture and Civilization | 3 |
| CHIN 320 | Culture and Communication in Context | 3 |
| CHIN 322 | Language Landscapes | 3 |
Language Foundations: 9 Credit Hours
Choose three courses from the following list.
Language Foundations: 9 Credit Hours
Choose three courses from the following list.
Language Foundations: 9 Credit Hours
Choose three courses from the following list.
Language Foundations: 9 Credit Hours
Choose three courses from the following list.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| RUS 300 | Language for Living | 3 |
| RUS 301 | Pop Culture through Language | 3 |
| RUS 308 | Introduction to Russian Culture | 3 |
| RUS 320 | Culture and Communication in Context | 3 |
| RUS 322 | Language Landscapes | 3 |
Courses
Three other 300 or 400-level SPAN courses 9 Credit Hours.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPAN 300 | Language for Living | 3 |
| SPAN 320 or SPAN 321 | Culture and Communication in Context or Oral and Written Communication (for Heritage Speakers) | 3 |
| SPAN 335 | A Journey through Literature | 3 |
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