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  • LNG 111 - Language and Identity
    Course DescriptionThis writing-intensive course for students whose first language or mother tongue is not English explores how language use reflects social identities. Through academic readings, the course helps students improve their knowledge of written and spoken English and express themselves effectively in writing. Students will analyze different texts, discuss course topics using academic vocabulary, participate in discussion forums, and write essays.
    Weekly Contact:Lecture 3 hrs.
    GPA Weight:1.00
    Billing Units:1
    Count:1.00
    Liberal Studies:LL
    Antirequisites:LNG 100
  • LNG 112 - Spoken and Written Language
    Course DescriptionThis writing course for students whose first language or mother tongue is not English introduces them to critical thinking about oral and written language. The topics include the nature of language, first and second language learning, and style of speech. Students analyze and discuss academic readings of different genres, work on enhancing their vocabulary and writing skills, and write essays.
    Weekly Contact:Lecture 3 hrs.
    GPA Weight:1.00
    Billing Units:1
    Count:1.00
    Liberal Studies:LL
    Antirequisites:LNG 300
  • LNG 113 - Language and Public Life
    Course DescriptionThis writing course for students whose first language or mother tongue is not English focuses on how language is framed by institutional and cultural perspectives. Students analyze and discuss readings of different genres and language use in advertising, print and social media. Students participate in discussion forums and write summaries and essays.
    Weekly Contact:Lecture 3 hrs.
    GPA Weight:1.00
    Billing Units:1
    Count:1.00
    Liberal Studies:LL
    Antirequisites:LNG 200
  • LNG 121 - Language and Society
    Course DescriptionThis writing intensive course explores how language reflects and shapes society. The course also aims to further develop students' academic reading and writing skills by exploring methods of active reading, and strategies for structuring and supporting written arguments.
    Weekly Contact:Lecture 3 hrs.
    GPA Weight:1.00
    Billing Units:1
    Count:1.00
    Liberal Studies:LL