100(GNE 100/101)/ACABS 100/HJCS 100/Hist.
132. Peoples of the Middle East. (4).
(HU).
This course will survey
Middle Eastern political, social, and cultural history from Sumer
(=3000 BCE) to Khomeini's Iran (1979 CE). The lectures, the readings, the visuals are all geared towards providing the student with
a sense of the nature of authority, political and cultural styles, the fabric of society, attitudes and behaviors, heroes and villains, that are and were part of the heritage of peoples who throughout
history lived in the lands between the Nile and Oxus rivers, a
region generally referred to as the Middle East. Cost:2
WL:3 (Walker)
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102(Arabic 102). Elementary Modern Standard
Arabic, II. APTIS
101. (4). (LR). Laboratory fee ($10) required.
In APTIS 102, the focus
on acquisition of the basic vocabulary and fundamental structures
of Arabic is continued through grammar presentations, and oral
and written practice based on short readings including simple
news items, narration, and description. There is increased emphasis
on developing conversational, reading, and writing skills as well
as focus on communicative drills and activities involving student-teacher, student-student, and group interactions. Daily written assignments
are required involving short descriptions and narration utilizing
vocabulary and structures covered in class. Grades are based on
class participation, weekly achievement tests, periodic comprehensive
tests, and a final exam including an oral component. Textbooks:
Abboud et al., (1) Elementary Modern Standard Arabic, Part One (Lessons 11-20) and (2) a course pack including
supplementary vocabulary and achievement tests. Cost:1
WL:3
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104(Arabic 222/202). Intensive Intermediate
Modern Standard Arabic, II. APTIS
103 or 102. (6). (LR). Laboratory fee ($9) required.
This course is especially
recommended for students concentrating in Arabic or those who
expect to use Arabic. The primary goals of this course are to
have students develop the ability: (1) to communicate/speak Arabic
with native speakers of Arabic on familiar topics; (2) to understand familiar spoken Arabic; (3) to read and understand the specific
content of an elementary level; and (4) to communicate in writing
and provide correct responses within the scope of the content
of this course. This course is taught in Arabic using a communicative
approach emphasizing the use of language. Course grade is based
on class attendance and participation, written assignments, tests
and quizzes, and a final exam. Required text: Peter Abboud et
al., Elementary Modern Standard Arabic, Part I Lessons
16-30 and course pack including supplementary vocabulary and achievement
tests. Cost:2
WL:3 (Farghaly)
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142(Iranian 202). Elementary Persian, II. APTIS 141.
(4). (LR).
This course is the continuation
of Elementary Persian 141. All four language skills (speaking, listening, reading, and writing) will be emphasized. The class
will be conducted in Persian with occasional recourse to English
for grammatical explanations. There will be daily assignments
and in-class conversation groups. By the end of the term, students
will have acquired an adequate knowledge of all major points of
Persian grammar. They will be able to conduct simple conversations
in Persian, read non-technical simple prose, and write passages
on a variety of topics. Grading will be based on attendance, homework, quizzes, a midterm and final examination. Incoming students may
join the class pending examination and approval by the instructor.
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152(Turkish 202). Elementary Turkish, II. APTIS 151.
(4). (LR).
This course is the sequel
to APTIS 151 and is the second half of Elementary Turkish. We
will focus on speaking and writing the language of modern Turkey.
Course topics include the phonological structure of Turkish, basic
sentence patterns, and basic vocabulary. The aural-oral approach
is emphasized and serves as the basic course format. There are
tapes which accompany the text, Turkish for Foreigners.
Student evaluation is based on written and oral quizzes, and a
final examination. Cost:1
WL:3 (Stewart-Robinson)
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172(Slavic 172)/Armenian 172. Western
Armenian, II. APTIS
171. (4). (LR).
A continuation of Western
Armenian I. Reading, writing, and speaking are equally emphasized.
Homework assignments and listening to tapes on a regular basis, frequent short tests, and a final examination required. Overall
performance throughout the year/term and in the final examination, and compliance with requirements will determine the grade. Cost:1 (Bardakjian)
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182(Slavic 182)/Armenian 182. Eastern
Armenian, II. APTIS
181. (4). (Excl).
A continuation of Eastern
Armenian I. Reading, writing, and speaking are equally emphasized.
Homework assignments, frequent short tests, and a final examination
are required. Overall performance throughout the year/term and in the final examination, and compliance with requirements will
determine the grade. Cost:1
(Bardakjian)
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202(Arabic 202/232). Intermediate Modern
Standard Arabic, II. APTIS
201 or 104. (4). (LR). Laboratory fee ($9) required.
Primary goals are to
have students develop the ability (1) to communicate/speak in
Arabic with native speakers of Arabic on familiar topics, (2)
to understand familiar spoken Arabic, (3) to read and understand specific content on an intermediate level, and (4) to communicate
in writing and provide correct responses within the scope of the
content of this course. This course is taught in Arabic using
a communicative approach. Course grade is based on class attendance
and participation, written assignments, tests and quizzes, and a final exam. Required text: Abboud et al., Elementary
Modern Standard Arabic Part Two, and supplementary vocabulary
and achievement tests. WL:3
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242(Iranian 402). Intermediate Persian, II. APTIS 241.
(4). (LR).
This course is a continuation
of Persian 241. The emphasis will be increasingly on reading, composition, and dialogue with the objective of achieving intermediate
competency. The two main textbooks are Windfuhr-Bostanbakhsh, Modern Persian, Intermediate Level, I, and Windfuhr, Modern Persian, Intermediate Level II. Additional material
include tapes and videos. Special needs or interests of the students
will be taken into consideration. (Windfuhr)
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252(Turkish 402). Intermediate Turkish, II. APTIS 251.
(4). (LR).
Part of the departmental
sequence in modern Turkish. The course is designed for students
who have completed APTIS 251 or its equivalent as determined by the instructor. It provides further study of Turkish grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Comprehension and oral and written
expression will be developed through translations and compositions.
Readings will be emphasized. Evaluation will be determined on the basis of class quizzes and performance, or a midterm and final
examination. Books cost $20.00 if not already purchased for fall
term. (Stewart-Robinson)
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262(GNE 204)/Rel. 204. Introduction to
Islam. (4).
(HU).
This course provides
a comprehensive introduction to Islam as a religious tradition.
After examining the fundamental sources of Islam, particularly the Qur'an and the reports about the activities and sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, we will discuss how these foundations gave
rise to the beliefs and practices of Muslims and to an Islamic
civilization with spectacular achievements in such areas as law, theology, science, philosophy, and mysticism. Our emphasis will
be on the first thousand years of Islam, but modern developments
will be covered as well. Quizzes, a midterm, and a final exam.
Cost:2 (Jackson)
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331(GNE 330/140). Introduction to Arab
Culture and Language. (4).
(HU).
This course is designed
for undergraduate students who wish to explore social, religious, historical, and linguistic aspects of Arab culture through an
exciting collection of videos, lectures, readings, and discussions.
It includes an Arabic language component focusing upon Arabic
sounds, letters and basic communication needs. There will be an
emphasis on developing effective outlining, writing, and oral
presentation skills. Evaluation is based on written reports (50%), monthly language tests (20%), term project (20%), and preparation
and participation in class discussions (10%). Required text: course
pack. Cost:1
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381(Arabic 440). Introduction to Arab
Literature in Translation. Taught
in English. (3). (HU).
Materials in English
translation will illustrate the progression of Arabic literary
culture from the earliest recorded sources to the present. Lectures
and discussion, along with audio-visual materials, will introduce the essentials of the history of the Arabs and the cultural context
expressed in their writings. Examination of pre-Islamic poetry
will lead to discussion of the religious and historical texts
of Islam. The literary legacy of the Caliphal period will be presented. The Arabian Nights will be seen to illustrate the popular
culture of the times. Bell-lettrist works and those of the Arab
explorers, scientists, and philosophers will be sampled. The contacts
between the Arab world and the West in the modern era will be
seen to have resulted in new departures in Arabic literature, with the rise of the play, the short story, and the novel. Particular
attention will be given to the works of Naguib Mahfouz, the Egyptian
winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature. Students will write
a series of short papers commenting upon aspects of the works
assigned. Credit will also be given for attendance and for class
discussion. A professor of Arabic literature, the instructor is
a much-published translator and commentator on Arabic literature.
(LeGassick)
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393/ACABS 393/Rel. 393. The Religion
of Zoroaster. (3).
(HU).
See ACABS
393. (Windfuhr)
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404(Arabic 422/402). Advanced Modern
Standard Arabic, II. APTIS
403. (6). (Excl).
This is the second part
of a one-year sequence of Modern Standard Arabic whose objectives
are to enable the student: (1) to understand main ideas and some
details of spoken Standard Arabic discourse involving short stories, descriptions and communicative exchanges; (2) to narrate and describe
daily activities using short paragraphs; (3) to read and understand main ideas and factual information band on texts including edited
short narration, description and travel; and (4) to write summaries
of materials read and discussed in class and narrate and describe
in paragraph length. The method of instruction. The method of
instruction stresses the four language skills with particular
emphasis on oral and written practice based on selected readings
taken from various genres of modern prose fiction and non-fiction
and A-V cultural materials. The course is conducted in Arabic
and meets six hours weekly. Course grade is based on classroom
performance, weekly written assignments and quizzes, a midterm, and a final examination. Required text: course pack. Cost:1
WL:3 (Farghaly)
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410(Arabic 509). Business Arabic, II.
APTIS 409. (4).
(LR).
This course is intended
for intermediate high and advanced learners who have completed
Arabic 202, 404 or higher level courses. It provides a learning
context, using authentic business materials, in which the focus
is task-oriented. The material includes commercial advertisements, business correspondence, banking documents and transactions, economic
circulars, contracts and agreements. It is expected that the student
who successfully completes this course will be able to: (1) understand commercials, business reports and commentaries represented orally
in Arabic, (2) read and comprehend original Arabic materials dealing
with business and trade (correspondence, reports, banking documents, advertisements, contracts, etc.), (3) communicate effectively
and appropriately during business discussions and negotiation
of contracts, (4) fill out business forms, checks and documents;
designed advertisements of various types; write business letters, notes and short reports, and (5) understand and deal effectively
with social customs and behavior involved in business practices
and negotiations in the Arab world. Course grade is based on class
attendance and participation, quizzes and tests, and a final exam.
Required Text: R. Rammuny, Business Arabic (Advanced level).
WL:3 (Rammuny)
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433/Ling. 433. Arabic Syntax and Semantics.
APTIS 431, and APTIS 102 or 103. (3). (Excl).
In this course we will
look closely at the structure of Modern Standard Arabic and develop
phrase structure rules to account for the basic syntactic structures
of the language. We will focus on important areas of Arabic syntax
such as agreement, PRO Drop and anaphoric relations. We will also
look at Arabic within Chomsky's principles and parameters model.
Principles of semantic analysis will be explained and a framework
for describing the semantics of Arabic will be developed using
situation semantics theory. Students will have practical assignments
for the analysis of Modern Standard Arabic and will compare it
to at least one dialect. The course is conducted in English but
it is advisable that students should have at least one year of
Arabic and Arabic 431. Course grade is based on practical assignments
and three short papers. Required text: Introduction to Government
and Binding Theory. (Farghaly)
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452(Turkish 412). Introductory Ottoman
Turkish, II. APTIS
451. (3). (Excl).
Second half of first-year
Ottoman intended to sharpen skills in the handling of a variety
of styles, topics and scripts through the reading and analysis
of specially selected texts. Quizzes and a final examination required.
Materials cost: less than $10.00 worth of photocopied material.
(Stewart-Robinson)
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475(Slavic 419)/Armenian 419. The Old
Soul of a New Nation: An Introduction to Soviet Armenian Literature.
(3). (Excl).
The establishment in
1920 of the Soviet regime in Eastern Armenia wrought profound
changes in an essentially traditional society. The impact of external
and internal Soviet policy on Soviet Armenia and on the latter's
relations with the Armenian Dispersion, will form the historical
background for this course. The main focus will be on the response
of earlier and contemporary generations Soviet Armenian writers
to the new system, its ideology and its social-cultural tenets
and on the consequences of subsequent political and social changes
in the Soviet Union in general and Soviet Armenia in particular.
Burning issues such as the clash of old and new values; identity
and continuity; nationalism, nationhood and political aspirations;
and cultural and social concerns will be highlighted through a
detailed analysis of the work of major Soviet Armenian literary
figures such as E. Charents, A. Bakunts, G. Mahari, M. Armen, P. Sevak, G. Emin, H. Matevosian and others. The formal will be
lectures and short discussions. Students will be required to write
at least two term-papers in addition to a final examination. English
translations of texts will be used and no knowledge of Armenian
is required. No prerequisites. (Bardakjian)
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487(GNE 474)/Hist. 443. Modern Middle
East History. (3).
(Excl).
See History
443. (Cole)
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491. Topics in APTIS. (3). (Excl). May be repeated for a total
of six credits.
Section 001 – Medical Belief Systems and Religious Healing in
Islam. This course will
approach medieval Islamic medicine as a complex of belief systems, some of which continue into the present. Greek-based medical theory
regarding the body and health (human anatomy, physiology, and biology), illness (spiritual and physical), diagnostic systems
(astrological medicine and augury/scapulomancy), and cures (surgery, diet, drugs, herbalism, spell and talisman magic) will be reviewed.
The transmission to the West, and parallels with Christian and Jewish medicine will be discussed. Indigenous Islamic healing
beliefs and practices include: (1) Prophetic Medicine (healing
prescriptions within the Hadith and the medicinal/magical use
of Bedouin herbalism); and (2) Qur'anic healing ("magical"
uses of the Qur'an as charms, talismans and amulets, as diagnosis
and prognosis of physical/spiritual illness via traditional Islamic
"divining" techniques (geomancy, dream divination, and qur'anic divination). Cost:2
(O'Connor)
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531. Reading Modern Arab Authors in Arabic.
APTIS 501. (3).
(Excl). May be repeated for a total of six credits.
This course is meant
to introduce students of modern Arabic literature to the sheer
pleasure of reading – and discussing – a text in the original
language. A special emphasis will be put on the language, strategies
and modes of narration, on poetic voices and styles, and on the
literary and cultural contextualizations, against the backdrop
of the specific genre. The selected texts will include novels, short stories, personal narratives, and poems written by modern
Arab authors in the Levant and North Africa during the last two
decades. Recent theories of narrative, and issues of gender and post-colonialism, will also be addressed. The list of authors
will include, depending on availability: Adonis, Huda Barakat, Salim Barakat, Muhammad Berrada, Mahmoud Darwish, Ibrahim Al-Kouni, Elias Khoury, Hanna Mina, Abdelrahaman Munif, Hanan Al-Shaykh, and Muhammad Shukri. The selected texts will be assigned for reading
and analysis, both on a personal and a group level. On the personal
level, each student will be asked to focus on a specific text
of her or his choice, and present it in class. A substantial term
paper is due at the end of the term. Cost:2
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541(Iranian 541). Classical Persian Texts.
APTIS 242. Taught
in English. (3). (Excl). May be repeated for credit with permission
of instructor.
This course involves the reading and literary analysis of texts from major authors
of the classical period (ca. 950-1500) and includes basic skills
in reading aloud and the use of the rules of prosody in scansion
and interpretation of poetry texts. It will include shorter or
longer passages from such poets as Firdawsi, Nizami, Rumi, Sa'di, and Hafiz according to the interests of the class and the instructor.
There is a midterm and final exams. The texts are in the form
of a photocopied course pack. (Windfuhr)
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556(Turkish 551). Modern Turkish Prose
Literature. APTIS
252. (2). (Excl).
Part of the sequence
in required language courses for concentrators, M.A. and Ph.D.
candidates. The objective is to continue to develop comprehension
ease in modern Turkish through the reading of the literary products
of modern Turks. Recitation type of course includes reading, translation, and discussion of content and style. Quizzes and a final examination
are required. Cost: about $5.00 of photocopied material. (Stewart-Robinson)
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562(Arabic 552). Modern Arabic Fiction, II. APTIS 561.
Taught in English. (2). (Excl).
Students with a basic
reading knowledge of Arabic will be introduced to texts illustrating the rise and current state of the Arabic novel and short story.
Emphasis will be placed on vocabulary building and translation.
(LeGassick)
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564(Arabic 554). Modern Arabic Non-fiction
I. APTIS 202
or 403. Taught in English. (2). (Excl).
Students with a basic
reading knowledge of Arabic will be introduced to texts by major
Arab writers illustrating intellectual issues of importance in
Arabic society in the modern era. (LeGassick)
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567(Arabic 543). Readings in Classical
Islamic Texts. APTIS
202 or 403. Taught in English. (3). (Excl).
This course focuses
on the analytical reading of Classical Arabic texts from different
fields of Islamic tradition. Priority will be given to medieval
Arabic works dealing with the Qur'an hadith biography, theology, law, and Islamic mysticism. We shall read and analyze the texts, discuss their authors as well as the religio-political
context in which they were written. Special attention will be
given to Arabic grammar and Islamic scholarly terminology. Each
student will be asked to choose an Arabic text related to his/her
field of research, distribute its copies among the other members
of the class, whereupon he/she will lead one reading and discussion
section devoted to the text in question. Evaluation will be based
on class participation and a final exam (translation from Arabic).
Cost:1 (Jackson)
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582(Arabic 522). Medieval Arabic, II.
APTIS 202 or
403. Taught in English. (3). (Excl).
This course is designed
for students who wish to learn Arabic for academic purposes. We
will begin with the sound and writing system of Arabic, paying
attention to accurate pronunciation of sounds and writing Arabic
words and phrases with a pleasing hand. Then, we will move to
reading, translating, and discussion short passages selected from the Qur'an, Hadith, and medieval Islamic literature. There will
be daily reading and written assignments. Evaluation will be based
on class participation and performance, monthly tests, and a final
exam.
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590. Arabic and Near Eastern Linguistics.
(3). (Excl).
Introduction to the
principles of phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax, and semantics, with emphasis on concepts that can be usefully applied to Near
Eastern languages. Lectures will focus on Arabic, and all students
are expected to have at least a rudimentary knowledge of this
language (one year of prior study or some experience with a vernacular
dialect). Lectures will also introduce selective comparative data
from other world languages in order to give some indication of the uniqueness of commonness of Arabic constructions. Student's
term papers and formal presentations may either be on Arabic or
on some other ancient or modern Near Eastern language which the
student know well (e.g., another Semitic language or
Turkish and Persian). The emphasis is on actual language structures
rather than historical development, but there may be some coverage
of language-contact and sociolinguistic issues. (Heath)
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593. Mini Course – Topics in Arabic, Persian, Turkish, and Islamic Studies. (1). (Excl).
Section 001 – The Early History of the Translation and Interpretation
of the Qur'an into English. This course will begin M-F, 2/16, and 2/18-25. A lecture will be given on 2/17, TBA. This mini course provides a general
introduction to the Holy Qur'an, its position among religious
revelations, its subject matter and divisions, the major Arab
commentaries on it, and the history of the numerous translations
made of it into English. Selected texts from such translations
will be examined in order to show the different attitudes of the
translations towards Islam and its Holy Book. It is hoped that
students will gain a better understanding of the basic teachings
of the Muslim tradition, especially these days when communication
and interactions between Muslim and the Western worlds become
ever closer. Required text: Course pack. Cost:1
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