The modern languages minor allows students to develop oral and written communications skills in two languages during their time at Northwestern.
What will I learn?
You will develop oral and written communications skills in two languages.
CHN 1101
Beginning Chinese I
The first of a two-course sequence. An introduction to the Chinese language and culture. Practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis on the development of communicative skills; individual expression within structured groups. No previous study of Chinese required.
SPA 1001
Beginning Spanish I
An introduction to the Spanish language, its sounds, structures and vocabulary and to the culture of the Hispanic world. Emphasis on the use of the present tense. Students make use of the online program MySpanishLab. SPA1001 is the first of a two-semester course sequence.
CHN 2101
Intermediate Chinese I
The first of a two-course sequence. This course reviews material and expands skills developed at the introductory level. An emphasis on the development of communicative skills. Class discussions in Chinese on contemporary cultural topics.
SPA 2101
Intermediate Spanish I
This course reviews material and expands target language skills: reading, writing, listening, speaking. Authentic experiences, class discussions, and independent interests provide opportunities for individual oral and written expression. This course is virtually enhanced: approximately 20% of activity takes place in an online environment.
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