Sectioned course. A course designed to teach the basics of functional fitness. Aerobic and anaerobic exercises are emphasized. Students learn the fundamentals of exercise training. Strong emphasis is placed on multiple forms of exercise and how to design an individualized exercise program. Students are expected to exercise outside of class. Enrollment limited to 14.

Sectioned course. This class is recommended for both the curious beginner and the experienced kickboxer. It incorporates martial art forms, a variety of strength/fitness drills, as well as standard boxing techniques. Students start by learning proper form of the basic techniques before progressing to more complicated combinations. Enrollment limited to 20 per section.

Sectioned course. This course is designed to introduce the fundamentals of rock climbing to the beginner. It will emphasize smooth climbing technique as well as familiarity with the equipment, various knots, belaying and rappelling. Basic top-rope anchor building will also be covered. Safety issues will also be a strong emphasis in this course. The majority of class time will take place on the Ainsworth Gym Climbing Wall, but will also include two off-campus trips. Enrollment limited to 12.

The ultimate goal is to teach emergency medical care that will enable the student to a) recognize symptoms of illness and/or injuries; b) implement proper procedures; c) administer appropriate care; d) achieve and maintain proficiency in all skills; e) be responsible and behave in a professional manner; f) become certified in Community First Aid/AED and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Enrollment limited to 10.

Discussion of poetry, short stories, short novels, essays and drama with particular emphasis on the ways in which one might teach them. Consideration of the uses of writing and the leading of discussion classes. For upper level undergraduates and graduate students who have an interest in teaching. Enrollment limited to 15.

Same as CLT 202. Texts include the Iliad; tragedies by Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides; Plato's Symposium; Virgil's Aeneid; Dante's Divine Comedy. Lecture and discussion.

A review of basic grammatical concepts and the study of new ones, with emphasis on vocabulary building. An exploration of contemporary German culture through literary and journalistic texts, with regular practice in written and oral expression. Prerequisite: 110y, permission of the instructor, or by placement.

A consideration of how the study of history, broadly conceived, gets translated into curriculum for middle and secondary schools. Addressing a range of topics in American history, students develop lesson and unit plans using primary and secondary resources, films, videos and internet materials. Discussions focus on both the historical content and the pedagogy used to teach it. Open to upper-level undergraduates and graduate students. Does not count for seminar credit in the History major.

An intensive introduction to spoken Mandarin and modern written Chinese, presenting basic elements of grammar, sentence structures and active mastery of the most commonly used Chinese characters. Emphasis on development of oral/aural proficiency, pronunciation, and the acquisition of skills in reading and writing Chinese characters.

An accelerated introduction to French for real beginners based on the video method French in Action. Development of the ability to communicate confidently with an emphasis on the acquisition of listening, speaking, and writing skills, as well as cultural awareness. Four class meetings per week plus required daily video and audio work. Students completing the course normally enter FRN 102 or 103. Students must complete both FRN 101 and 102 or 103 to fulfill the Latin honors distribution requirement for a foreign language. Enrollment limited to 18 per section.