An introduction to spoken and written German, and to the culture and history of German-speaking people and countries. Emphasis on grammar and practical vocabulary for use in conversational practice, written exercises, and listening and reading comprehension. By the end of the year, students will be able to read short edited literary and journalistic texts as a basis for classroom discussion and to compose short written assignments.

A gateway to more advanced courses. These colloquia develop skills in expository writing and critical thinking in French. Materials include novels, films, essays, and cultural documents. Students may receive credit for only one section of FRN 230. Enrollment limited to 16. Basis for the major. Prerequisite: FRN 220, or permission of the instructor. An exploration of the cultural and urban development of Paris across time and in space with an emphasis on the 19th and 20th centuries.

A gateway to more advanced courses. These colloquia develop skills in expository writing and critical thinking in French. Materials include novels, films, essays, and cultural documents. Students may receive credit for only one section of FRN 230. Enrollment limited to 16. Basis for the major. Prerequisite: FRN 220, or permission of the instructor. A study of madness and its role in the literary tradition. The imagination, its powers and limits in the individual and society. Such authors as Maupassant, Flaubert, Myriam Warner-Vieyra, J.-P. Sartre, Marguerite Duras.

Sectioned course. An introduction to the game of golf. Taught from "green to tee," this course will teach the basic mechanics of the swing as well as correct club selection. The initial focus of the course will be directed to the "short game" and develop toward appropriate use of mid-, and long irons, concluding with woods/metals. Applied rules of golf and etiquette will also be addressed. Pending weather, field trip experience may be scheduled at the end of the term. Equipment is provided. Enrollment limited to 10 per section.

Sectioned course. A course designed to teach intermediate to advanced mat exercises developed by Joseph Pilates. This course will explore the history of Pilates, the benefits of Joseph Pilates Matwork and the six main Pilates principles. Prerequisite: Pilates Mat Training I or permission of the instructor. Enrollment limited to 25.

This course covers a variety of math topics of particular use to physics and engineering students. Topics include differential equations, complex numbers, Taylor series, linear algebra, Fourier analysis, partial differential equations, and a review of multivariate calculus, with particular focus on physical interpretation and application. Prerequisites: MTH 212 and PHY 117, or permission of the instructor.

Required of all candidates for the M.A., and the M.A.T. degrees.

Breakthroughs in science, technology and engineering are occurring at an astounding rate. This course will focus on providing you with the skills and knowledge needed to bring this excitement into the classroom. We will explore theories on student learning and curriculum design, investigate teaching strategies through hands-on activities, and discuss current issues.

Examining subject matter from the standpoint of pedagogical content knowledge. The course includes methods of planning, teaching, and assessment appropriate to the grade level and subject matter area. Content frameworks and standards serve as the organizing themes for the course. This course is designed as a companion seminar for students doing a full-time practicum at the middle or high school level. Admission by permission of the department. Pre-registration meeting scheduled in April.

Full-time practicum in middle and high schools. Open to seniors only and to those students who completed the prerequisite courses (EDC 238, 232, 342 and 347) . Admission by permission of the department. Pre-registration meeting scheduled in April.