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Linguistics Directed Study - Language (LIDS) 19 is a course that
allows you to learn basic conversation in one of over 65 languages
including Cantonese, Arabic, Swahili, Hindi, Vietnamese and Albanian.
Under the supervision of a linguist, you work independently on
weekly assignments in the Language Lab (AP & M 3432A). All materials are
provided.
WHAT
IS THE COURSE CONTENT LIKE?
Depending on the language, the study materials are audio or
video tapes with a book, or a CD-ROM course that relies on spoken
language and pictures. The focus is on conversation - not
grammar, reading or writing. The program Supervisor administers
three exams: a short pre-test, a midterm and a final.
All exams are oral and use the material that has been assigned
for study.
HOW MANY UNITS OF CREDIT CAN I EARN?
These courses earn 2 or 4 units of credit, but do not satisfy
college language requirements. To earn 2 units you would
be expected to spend 6 hours a week studying in the Language Lab.
Four units require 12 hours each week.
WHY TAKE
A DIRECTED-STUDY COURSE?
Students choose to study
a language independently for various reasons: to prepare
for foreign travel, to communicate with family or friends, to
satisfy their curiosity, or to have the opportunity to study on
their own schedule.
WHO MAY
TAKE THE COURSE?
You may take the course
only if you have no previous exposure to the language you plan
to study. If you speak the language at home or already got
credit for a course in the language you are not eligible to register.
WHAT IS THE COURSE
SCHEDULE AND WHEN ARE THE EXAMS?
| Weeks 1-2 |
Registration in AP & M 3302E (inside the Language Lab) |
| Week 3 |
Practice Test (20min) |
| Week 5-6 |
Midterm Exam (30min) |
| Finals Week |
Final Exam (30min) |
HOW DO I SIGN UP?
For more information, come to the Informational meeting held
on the first day of classes at the beginning of each quarter. It
is usually held at 5:00 pm in AP & M 4301 (see Schedule of Classes
for exact information.) You can also stop by the Ling 19 Office
in AP & M 3302E (inside the Langage Lab) during the first two weeks of classes to sign up with the TA.
Contact the LIGN 19 Supervisor for registration times.
For general inquiries, email
leslie@ling.ucsd.edu |
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