Program Requirements
Required General Education
Addresses drugs and drug use from psychological, behavioral, pharmacological, historical, legal and clinical perspectives - while examining the effects of drug use on personal health and social functioning.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Goal Areas:
- GE-05
The purpose of this course is for teacher candidates to engage in self-reflection to deeply explore their intersectional identity. Furthermore, teacher candidates will examine historic and ongoing systemic inequities in education. Finally, teacher candidates will analyze the implications of systemic oppression on pedagogy, curriculum, communication, relationships, and learning in classrooms.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Goal Areas:
- GE-11, GE-7A
- Diverse Cultures:
- Gold
Prerequisites to the Major
The elementary cycle (FREN 101, FREN 102) does not count toward the Major. Intermediate language proficiency level starts the major.
Choose 8 Credit(s). Or other proof of intermediate-level language proficiency.
Grammar review, oral practice, written composition and development of reading and listening skills within a cultural context. Prereq: One year university French or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- One year university French or equivalent
- Goal Areas:
- GE-08
Grammar review, oral practice, written composition and development of reading and listening skills within a cultural context. Prereq: FREN 201 or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201 or equivalent
- Goal Areas:
- GE-08
Major Common Core
Language - Choose 11 - 22 Credit(s). All four courses are required.
Review of grammar and vocabulary. Practice in descriptive, narrative, and expository prose. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
A study of the sound system in French. Intensive oral practice. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Intensive practice in advanced conversational skills. May be repeated for credit. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Systematic review of French grammar. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Literature - Choose 9 - 15 Credit(s).
A beginning literature course designed to teach students to read with understanding and critical ability. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
In-depth study of an author, genre, movement, theme or period. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
A study of the major authors, works and movements of two successive centuries of French literature. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
A study of the major authors, works and movements of two successive centuries of French literature. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
A study of the major authors, works and movements of two successive centuries of French literature. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
This course explores a wide range of cultural topics such as race, gender, human rights, social conflict, mythology, imaginary worlds, etc. Topics vary every semester and will be explored from a global perspective involving at least 4 cultures (e.g. Dakota, German, Francophone, Scandinavian, Hispanic, Lusophone, etc.). The course is taught in English and exposes students to international and diverse points of view that prepare them to be global citizens.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Goal Areas:
- GE-06, GE-08
- Diverse Cultures:
- Purple
Civilization - Choose 3 - 4 Credit(s).
Social, political, and economic trends in contemporary France. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Survey of historical, philosophical, literary and artistic development of France from the beginning to the present. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Methods - Choose 5 Credit(s).
Designed to prepare teaching candidates and others interested in language teaching to teach a modern world language to K-12 students. Focuses on introduction to theory and practice of modern language teaching, including lessons in listening, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, and culture. Includes assessment, program design, lesson planning, and use of technology. Practical application of the material will be carried out through a clinical field experience. Prereq: Students must demonstrate sufficient language competence in the target language so as to be able to teach courses exclusively in the target language. See content faculty for evaluation.
- Prerequisites:
- Students must demonstrate sufficient language competence in the target language so as to be able to teach courses exclusively in the target language. See content faculty for evaluation.
FREN 366 may be repeated for credit.
Major Restricted Electives
If a student earns more than minimum required credits in Major Common Core, required Major Restricted Elective credits are reduced by the same amount.
Choose 13 - 17 Credit(s).
Visits to the major churches, cathedrals, castles, monuments, museums and neighborhoods in and around Paris. Prereq: FREN 101, 102, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 101, FREN 102, or equivalent
Practice in intermediate-level conversational skills. Prereq: FREN 101, 102, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 101, FREN 102, or equivalent
Introduction to contemporary French civilization. Prereq: FREN 101, 102, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 101, FREN 102, or equivalent
Preparation for study in France.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Systematic development of conversational idiom and vocabulary. Intensive work on pronunciation. May be taken by majors and minors up to three times. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Topics will vary. Study for credit must be approved by the department prior to departure. Prereq: FREN 101, 102, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 101, FREN 102, or equivalent
Topics will vary.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Systematic review of French vocabulary. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Review of grammar and vocabulary. Practice in descriptive, narrative, and expository prose. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Systematic review of French grammar. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Social, political, and economic trends in contemporary France. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Visits to the major churches, cathedrals, castles, monuments, museums and neighborhoods in and around Paris. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Practice in descriptive and narrative prose. Acquisition of grammatical structures and vocabulary beyond the intermediate sequence. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Practice in conversational skills. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Introduction to contemporary French civilization. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Introduction to basic concepts associated with French business practices. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Development of listening comprehension and pronunciation through the use of tapes, videos, films, compact discs, and other recorded materials. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
A study of the sound system in French. Intensive oral practice. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
A beginning literature course designed to teach students to read with understanding and critical ability. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Intensive practice in advanced conversational skills. May be repeated for credit. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Topics will vary. Study for credit must be approved by the department prior to departure. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Survey of historical, philosophical, literary and artistic development of France from the beginning to the present. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Systematic review of French grammar. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Study of current vocabulary, terminology and practices used in the business world. Study of developments affecting the French business, industrial and agricultural communities. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Study of France's position in the European Economic Community and of the development of French business law with emphasis on the obligations and rights of business people, the classification and organization of the various types of companies, the emission of contracts and other documents. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Visits to the major churches, cathedrals, castles, monuments, museums and neighborhoods in and around Paris. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Practice in advanced conversation skills. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
In-depth study of different aspects of contemporary French civilization. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
In-depth study of an author, genre, movement, theme or period. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
A study of the major authors, works and movements of two successive centuries of French literature. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
A study of the major authors, works and movements of two successive centuries of French literature. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
A study of the major authors, works and movements of two successive centuries of French literature. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Topics will vary. Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Topics will vary. Study for credit must be approved by the department prior to departure. FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Prereq: FREN 201, 202, or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- FREN 201, FREN 202, or equivalent
Other Graduation Requirements
See the K-12 Teaching Programs section of the catalog for required professional education (30 credits) and for a list of required professional education courses. KSP 220W, which is part of this course group, will also count toward Required General Education.
All students seeking a teaching license must meet and maintain the requirements to be admitted into professional education.
4-Year Plan
The 4-Year Plan is a model for completing your degree in a timely manner. Your individual 4-Year plan may change based on a number of variables including transfer courses and the semester/year you start your major. Carefully work with your academic advisors to devise your own unique plan.
* Please meet with your advisor on appropriate course selection to meet your educational and degree goals.
First Year
Fall - 15 Credits
A review of the fundamentals of grammar, practice in written and oral expression, development of listening and reading skills, brief cultural components.
- Prerequisites:
- one year university level Spanish or equivalent
- Goal Areas:
- GE-06, GE-08
In this course, teacher candidates will explore the equitable use of current and new technologies to support the wide range of student learning variability, while addressing safe, culturally responsive, and ethical use. Teacher candidates will also discuss innovative educational technologies to reflect on their use for professional, personal, and community purposes.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Addresses drugs and drug use from psychological, behavioral, pharmacological, historical, legal and clinical perspectives - while examining the effects of drug use on personal health and social functioning.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Goal Areas:
- GE-05
Spring - 15 Credits
A review of the fundamentals of grammar, practice in written and oral expression, development of listening and reading skills, brief cultural components. Prereq: One year university level Spanish or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- one year university level Spanish or equivalent
- Goal Areas:
- GE-06, GE-08
The purpose of this course is for teacher candidates to engage in self-reflection to deeply explore their intersectional identity. Furthermore, teacher candidates will examine historic and ongoing systemic inequities in education. Finally, teacher candidates will analyze the implications of systemic oppression on pedagogy, curriculum, communication, relationships, and learning in classrooms.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Goal Areas:
- GE-11, GE-7A
- Diverse Cultures:
- Gold
The purpose of this course is for teacher candidates to apply a critical lens to unit and lesson planning to foster critical thinking, discussion, engagement, and inquiry. Teacher candidates will examine cognitive processes associated with learning. Teacher candidates will also explore theory and methods to develop equitable, accessible, and culturally sustaining learning experiences to eliminate barriers to learning, including asset-based pedagogy, and identity affirming classroom environments.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Second Year
Fall - 16 Credits
Includes basic communication exchanges, common vocabulary and experiences. Emphasis is on improving written expression through compositions related to socio-cultural topics of the countries in which Spanish is the primary language.
- Prerequisites:
- none
- Goal Areas:
- GE-06, GE-08
In this course teacher candidates will critically explore asset-based pedagogy grounded in anti-racist, culturally relevant, and responsive practices to differentiate instruction. Additionally, teacher candidates will explore their intersectional identity and the importance of ongoing self-reflective practices necessary to cultivate identity affirming learning environments and experiences for students. Finally, teacher candidates examine instructional strategies that model and explain concepts and skills in multiple ways to support the diverse needs of students.
- Prerequisites:
- none
In this course, teacher candidates will explore strategies to build strong relationships with and advocate for students, families, and the community. Candidates will examine ways that the curriculum addresses multiple perspectives, cultures and backgrounds to emphasize culturally sustaining learning experiences. They will explore professional responsibilities and teacher leadership roles. Finally, teachers will examine ways to use data and information gathered from the students, school, and caregivers to advocate and support students for positive change.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Spring - 16 Credits
Emphasis on development of oral communication skills and improvement in writing.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Major cultural and historical aspects of Latin America from pre-colonial times to the present. Prereq: Two years university level Spanish or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- none
Third Year
Fall - 16 Credits
Designed to prepare teaching candidates and others interested in language teaching to teach a modern world language to K-12 students. Focuses on introduction to theory and practice of modern language teaching, including lessons in listening, speaking, reading, writing, vocabulary, and culture. Includes assessment, program design, lesson planning, and use of technology. Practical application of the material will be carried out through a clinical field experience. Prereq: Students must demonstrate sufficient language competence in the target language so as to be able to teach courses exclusively in the target language. See content faculty for evaluation.
- Prerequisites:
- Students must demonstrate sufficient language competence in the target language so as to be able to teach courses exclusively in the target language. See content faculty for evaluation.
Topics will vary and course may be repeated for credit. Language topics include pronunciation and intonation, advanced grammar, Spanish for the marketplace, etc. The focus is on advanced oral or written communication. Prereq: Two years of university level Spanish or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- none
Major cultural and historical aspects of Spain from ancient times to the present. Prereq: Two years university level Spanish or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- none
Spring - 16 Credits
A critical analysis of Hispanic literature from the different regions of the Hispanic world (Spain, Latin America, US). We explore the multiple literary trends that are part of the Spanish-speaking regions and examine concepts such as Hispanic identity, colonial/postcolonial discourses, immigration, etc. through literary discourses. This course is in Spanish.
- Prerequisites:
- Completion of 4 credits of 300 -level or equivalent proficiency level.
Topics may vary. Course may be repeated for credit. Discussion and analysis of Spanish linguistics (syntax, sociolinguistics, historical linguistics, translation theory and practice.) Prereq: Completion of 4 credits of 300 level or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- none
Fourth Year
Fall - 14 Credits
In this course teacher candidates will explore strategies to cultivate learning experiences that are equitable, culturally relevant, justice-oriented, student-centered, and meaningful. Candidates will have an opportunity to create a unit plan, formative and summative assessments, and rubrics that emphasize multiple ways of expressing learning. Furthermore, candidates will examine grading practices and methods for providing/sharing feedback that supports learner variability and facilitating student ownership of their learning.
- Prerequisites:
- none
In this course, teacher candidates investigate how traditional methods of reading instruction can contribute to systemic oppression in classrooms and how anti-oppressive methods can help break the cycle of inequities in education. Teacher candidates apply understanding of systemic oppression and inequity to provide asset-based, ongoing support for students. This includes knowledge and implementation of content area reading instruction, recognizing the characteristics of reading disabilities and implementing accommodations to meet student needs, and using the language development framework to support multilingual learners.
- Prerequisites:
- none
This course is targeted at language professionals including teachers, business professionals, health professionals, law enforcement professionals. The purpose is to improve overall oral proficiency and address communication issues and vocabulary associated with the students' field of expertise.
- Prerequisites:
- none
Discussion and analysis of major themes and movements based on selected readings from representative authors from the Spanish speaking world. Prereq: Two years university level Spanish or equivalent
- Prerequisites:
- none
Spring - 12 Credits
In this seminar, teacher candidates will reflect upon and assess /discuss practices, experiences, challenges, and success in their student teaching experience.
- Prerequisites:
- none
In this course, teacher candidates apply learning from coursework to practice in the K-12 classroom.
- Prerequisites:
- Admission to student teaching.
Policies
GPA Policy. A grade of "C-" or better must be earned for major or minor credit.
P/N Grading Policy. Courses for a major or minor must be taken for a letter grade.
Required Minor. Any minor is required.
Proficiency Policies. Students who wish to receive credit by examination may take tests to have their proficiency evaluated. Students may not take a proficiency test for a course in which they are enrolled. The department reserves the right to deny admission to courses for those students whom a faculty member determines to have mastered the material already.
Fulfilling BA Language Requirement. Students who wish to validate the BA Language requirement for previous study in French, German, Spanish, Swedish or Norwegian may do so by taking a credit by exam (see above section). Students do not meet the BA language requirement merely because they have taken two years of high school language.
Residency Requirement. Transfer credits will be applied only if they are the equivalent of work offered by the Department of Philosophy, Languages & Cultures for the major or minor in that language. In addition, a minimum of work must be taken at Minnesota State University, Mankato as follows:
- Major: a minimum of three upper division courses other than Independent or Individual Study, for a total of at least 8 credits. At least two of these courses must be at the 400 level.
- Minor: a minimum of two upper division courses other than Independent or Individual Study, for a total of at least six credits.
Degree
Bachelor of Science
Major Credits
76
Total Credits
120
Locations
Mankato
Career Cluster
Education and Training
Accreditation
CAEP
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation
This program satisfies licensure-to-practice standards for Minnesota and may satisfy standards for other states or US territories.