First-Year Courses in RC Core This page was created at 12:26 PM on Thu, Oct 4, 2001. Fall Academic Term, 2001 (September 5 - December 21) Open courses in RC Core (*Not real-time Information. Review the "Data current as of: " statement at the bottom of hyperlinked page) Wolverine Access Subject listing for RCCORE Fall Term '01Time Schedule for RC Core. RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 001 – Past & Present In Classic Modernism: Picasso, Nietzsche, Eliot Instructor(s): David Thomas Burkam (cindysrs@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 002 – Philosophy Instructor(s): Carl Cohen (ccohen@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 003 – Plants, People, And Environment Instructor(s): Hubert I Cohen Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 004 – Evans,Jeffrey E Instructor(s): Jeffrey E Evans (jeevans@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 005. Instructor(s): Henry Greenspan (hgreensp@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 006. Instructor(s): Peter B Kaufman Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 007. Instructor(s): Ann E Larimore Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 008. Instructor(s): John M Lawler (jlawler@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 009. Instructor(s): Katherine Mendeloff Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 010. Instructor(s): Barbra Smith Morris (barbra@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 011. Instructor(s): Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 012. Instructor(s): Erica Kuhra Paslick (ekp@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 013. Instructor(s): Frederick G Peters (fgpeters@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 014. Instructor(s): Cynthia A Sowers (cindysrs@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 015. Instructor(s): Margaret L Steneck Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 016. Instructor(s): Susan Pratt Walton Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 017. Instructor(s): Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 100. First Year Seminar. Written and Verbal Expression Section 018. Instructor(s): Prerequisites & Distribution: ECB Writing Assessment. Only first-year students, including those with sophomore standing, may pre-register for First-Year Seminars. All others need permission of instructor. (4). (Introductory Composition). No Description Provided Check Times, Location, and Availability RCCORE 105. Logic and Language. Written and Verbal Expression Section 001. Instructor(s): Carl Cohen (ccohen@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: (4). (MSA). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. Argument is the focus of this course, both in symbols and in language. We deal with the forms of arguments, the application of them, what makes them valid or invalid, weak or strong. We do this in two concurrent ways: a) Microcosmically, we examine the structure of arguments, what makes them tick. In the deductive sphere we deal with the relations of truth and validity to develop the logic of propositions, and enter the logic of quantification. In the inductive sphere, we deal with argument by analogy, and causal analysis, and with elementary probability theory. Macro-cosmically, we do the analysis of real arguments in controversial contexts, as they are presented in classical and contemporary philosophical writing: ethical arguments (in Plato); political arguments (in J.S. Mill); and legal arguments as they appear in Supreme Court decisions. In all cases, both substance and form are grist for our mill. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: No Data Given. RCCORE 190. Intensive French I. Foreign Language Section 001. Instructor(s): Carolyn Anderson-Burack Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in French 100, 101, 102, or 103. (8). (LR). Credits: (8). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. The goal of this course is to provide the student with a basic but solid knowledge of grammatical structures and syntax, a functional vocabulary, familiarity with intonation patterns and native pronunciation, and practice in speaking and writing. Upon completion of Intensive I, the student can understand simplified written texts of short spoken passages without the aid of a dictionary, and can carry on a short, elementary conversation. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: No Data Given. RCCORE 191. Intensive German I. Foreign Language Section 001. Instructor(s): Karein K Goertz (goertz@umich.edu) , Janet Hegman Shier (jshie@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in German 100, 101, 102, or 103. (8). (LR). Credits: (8). Course Homepage: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~jshie/grmindex.html The goal of this course is to provide the student with a basic but solid knowledge of grammatical structures and syntax, a functional vocabulary, familiarity with intonation patterns and native pronunciation, and practice in speaking and writing. Upon completion of Intensive I, the student can understand simplified written texts of short spoken passages without the aid of a dictionary, and can carry on a short, elementary conversation. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: No Data Given. RCCORE 193 / RUSSIAN 103. Intensive First-Year Russian. Foreign Language Section 001. Instructor(s): Alina Udalchenko Makin (resco@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Russian 101, 102, 111, or 112. (8). (LR). Credits: (8). Course Homepage: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~resco/services.html See Russian 103.001. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: No Data Given. RCCORE 194. Intensive Spanish I. Foreign Language Section 001. Instructor(s): Olga M Lopez-Cotin (olcotin@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Spanish 100, 101, 102, or 103. (8). (LR). Credits: (8). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. The goal of these courses is to provide the student with a basic but solid knowledge of grammatical structures and syntax, a functional vocabulary, familiarity with intonation patterns and native pronunciation, and practice in speaking and writing. Upon completion of Intensive I, the student can understand simplified written texts of short spoken passages without the aid of a dictionary, and can carry on a short, elementary conversation. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: No Data Given. RCCORE 195 / LATIN 195. Intensive Latin I. Foreign Language Section 001 – Intensive Latin I Instructor(s): Gina Soter (soter@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: (8). (Excl). Credits: (8). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. This course meets for two hours per day and covers in one semester the equivalent of two semesters at the level of a non-intensive first-year collegiate course. During this term, students will learn the essential morphological, grammatical, and syntactical structures of Latin, and will build a basic vocabulary of the language. Through readings and discussion students will become acquainted with significant aspects of Roman history and culture. Lectures from the instructor will preview new material and flesh out the cultural context, but the primary format will be that of a workshop in which students come to class ready to test out and develop what they have been studying. Students will enhance skills through writing, listening and speaking. The immediate goal for this course is to provide students with the necessary morphological, grammatical, and syntactical structures to read intelligently (linguistically and culturally) texts from Classical and Medieval Latin. This course is cross-listed with Latin 195. Please contact the RC Academic Services Office (647-4364) for registration information. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: No Data Given. RCCORE 290. Intensive French II. Foreign Language Section 001. Instructor(s): Mireille Belloni (mbelloni@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: Core 190. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in French 230, 231, or 232. (8). (LR). Credits: (8). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. The goal of this course is to expand vocabulary and to master grammatical structures and syntax to the level of competency required to pass a proficiency exam. This entails developing the ability to communicate with some ease with a native speaker, in spoken and written language. Students must be able to understand the content of texts and lectures of a non-technical nature, and of a general (non-literary) interest. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: 5, Permission of Instructor RCCORE 291. Intensive German II. Foreign Language Section 001. Instructor(s): Janet Hegman Shier (jshie@umich.edu) , Erica Paslick (ekp@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: Core 191. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in German 230, 231, or 232. (8). (LR). Credits: (8). Course Homepage: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~jshie/grmindex.html Intensive German II covers second-year German in one term. The goals of the course include review and expansion of the grammar and vocabulary presented in Core 191 and further development of student’s reading, writing, and speaking skills. Classroom instruction in the morning section includes discussion of daily homework assignments (featuring autobiographical texts from the 20th Century, music and art appreciation), museum visits and portfolio assignments. The afternoon section provides a systematic review and practice of grammar. Students get practice in impromptu reading, writing, listening, and speaking exercises and benefit from the program's all German approach to teaching, which includes opportunities to interact daily at co-curricular activities such as the RC German lunch table. An overriding goal of students in RC Core 291 is to pass the German Proficiency Exam, which serves as a qualifying exam for the next required course in the sequence, RC Core 321 (German Readings). Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: No Data Given. RCCORE 294. Intensive Spanish II. Foreign Language Instructor(s): Maria I Rodriguez (mrodri@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: Core 194. No credit granted to those who have completed or are enrolled in Spanish 230, 231, or 232. (8). (LR). Credits: (8). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. The goal of this course is to expand vocabulary and to master grammatical structures and syntax to the level of competency required to pass a proficiency exam. This entails developing the ability to communicate with some ease with a native speaker, in spoken and written language. Students must be able to understand the content of texts and lectures of a non-technical nature, and of a general (non-literary) interest. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: No Data Given. RCCORE 310. Accelerated Review-French. Foreign Language Section 001. Instructor(s): Dominique M Butler-Borruat (dborruat@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: Permission of instructor. (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. The goal of this course is to bring students to the level of Proficiency defined in the brochure “The French Program at the Residential College”, in the four linguistic skills. Students who take 310 typically have not reached this level in two or more skills, but do not need the Intensive course 290 to do so. “Accelerated Review-310” is taught on a semi-tutorial mode with hours arranged to meet the particular needs of the students. In this course, emphasis is placed on correctness and fluidity of expression in speaking and in writing. Speaking skills are developed though weekly conversation sessions on current topics; personalized pronunciation diagnoses are administered and exercises prescribed. Writing skills are refined through a review of deficient grammar points and composition assignments which give students the opportunity to improve the accuracy and expressiveness of their style. In addition, exposure to primary source materials (current magazines or newspapers) and to texts of cultural and literary value develop reading ability and vocabulary. Listening skills are trained in informal conversational exchanges and in lectures with note-taking in French. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: 5, Permission of instructor RCCORE 311. Accelerated Review-German. Foreign Language Section 001. Instructor(s): Erica K Paslick (ekp@umich.edu) Prerequisites & Distribution: Permission of instructor. (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. This course is designed to meet the individual needs of students who have not yet passed the German proficiency exam, but who do not require the 8-credit RC Core 291 to prepare themselves for it. Assignments develop students' mastery of the four skills and improve facility and accuracy of grammar and vocabulary. The goals of this course are to lead student to an advanced intermediate level of proficiency and prepare them for RC Core 321. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: 5, Permission of instructor RCCORE 314. Accelerated Review-Spanish. Foreign Language Section 001. Instructor(s): Prerequisites & Distribution: (4). (LR). Credits: (4). Course Homepage: No homepage submitted. This course is designed for students with a fairly extensive background in Spanish who have already taken the equivalent of three/four terms of language but still need further reinforcement in two or more linguistic areas and are too advanced for second year intensive. The main focus of this class is the discussion of primary source materials of literary, cultural and political nature pertaining to the Spanish-speaking world, as well as the review of advanced grammar. Students work towards proficiency with several listening and reading comprehension exercises, grammar tests, and weekly written assignments evaluated for accuracy of expression. Check Times, Location, and Availability Cost: No Data Given. Waitlist Code: No Data Given. This page was created at 12:26 PM on Thu, Oct 4, 2001. University of Michigan | College of LS&A | Student Academic Affairs | First-Year Handbook | First-Year Information | Parent Handbook | LS&A Bulletin This page maintained by LS&A Academic Information and Publications, 1228 Angell Hall Copyright © 2001 The Regents of the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 USA +1 734 764-1817 Trademarks of the University of Michigan may not be electronically or otherwise altered or separated from this document or used for any non-University purpose.