MIT: Independent Activities Period: IAP 2013

IAP 2013 Subjects: Foreign Languages and Literatures


21F.040
A Passage to India: Introduction to Modern Indian Culture and Society
Sunil Sharma
Mon-Fri, Jan 7-11, 14-18, 22-25, 10am-01:00pm, 16-628

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 03-Dec-2012
Limited to 25 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading    HASS-H (HASS-E)

Introduction to Indian culture through films, short-stories, novels, essays, newspaper articles. Examines some major social and political controversies of contemporary India through discussions centered on India's history, politics and religion. Focuses on issues such as ethnic tension and terrorism, poverty and inequality, caste conflict, the missing women, and the effects of globalization on popular and folk cultures. Particular emphasis on the IT revolution, outsourcing, the new global India and the enormous regional and subcultural differences. Taught in English.
This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins November 5, 2012 and runs through December 3, 2012. You will be notified via email of lottery results. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329B, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.101/21F.151/21F.171
Chinese I (Regular)
Jiin Zhang
Mon-Fri, Jan 7-11, 14-18, 22-25, 28-30, 10am-01:00pm, 14N-313

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 03-Dec-2012
Limited to 25 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading    HASS-H (HASS-E)

Introduction to modern standard Chinese (Mandarin) with emphasis on developing conversational skills by using fundamental grammatical patterns and vocabulary in functional and culturally suitable contexts. Basic reading and writing are also taught. For graduate credit, see 21F.151.
This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins November 5, 2012 and runs through December 3, 2012. You will be notified via email of lottery results. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329B, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.217/21F.218
Workshop in Strategies for Effective Teaching (ELS)
A. C. Kemp
Mon Jan 7 thru Fri Jan 11, 02:30am-05:00pm, 14N-225

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 03-Dec-2012
Limited to 15 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 
Level: G 3 units Standard A - F Grading   

A mini-module for international teaching assistants. Covers special problems in teaching when English is a second language and the USA a second culture. Videotaping of practice sessions for feedback. Individualized programs to meet different needs. Graduate TA's have priority.
This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins November 5, 2012 and runs through December 3, 2012. You will be notified via email of lottery results. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-305, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.301/21F.351
French I
Joelle Tomb
Mon-Fri, Jan 7-11, 14-18, 22-25, 28-30, 09am-12:00pm, 16-654

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 03-Dec-2012
Limited to 25 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading    HASS-H (HASS-E)

Introduction to the French language and culture with emphasis on the acquisition of vocabulary and grammatical concepts through active communication. Conducted entirely in French. Exposure to the language via a variety of authentic sources such as the Internet, audio, video and printed materials which help develop cultural awareness as well as linguistic proficiency. Coordinated language lab program. For graduate credit see 21F.351. Meets with 21F.371 when offered concurrently.
This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins November 5, 2012 and runs through December 3, 2012. You will be notified via email of lottery results. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329C, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.314
Topics in Interculturalism: France (Study Abroad)
January Scholars in Belgium
Cathy Culot
Mon Jan 7 thru Mon Jan 21, 08am-05:00pm, Belgium, Meets in Belgium

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 12-Oct-2012
Limited to 12 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 21F.304 or 21F.374; permission of instructor
Level: U 6 units Standard A - F Grading   

Offers intercultural experience through a cultural and intellectual immersion in France. Advanced language skill-building through readings, lectures, conversations, writing, and a variety of real-world activities. Conducted in French. Limited to 12 via lottery.
MIT's Foreign Languages & Literatures invites undergraduates to apply for the 2013 January Scholars in Belgium program. As of this academic year, the program is a six-unit credit-bearing subject that will include lectures, seminars, papers, and a final exam. The IAP program will allow up to twelve MIT students to experience two weeks (January 7 - 21, 2013) of tutored cultural immersion and cultural analysis in Belgium.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/jsf
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329B, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.401/21F.451
German I
Peter Weise
Mon-Fri, Jan 7-11, 14-18, 22-25, 28-30, 10:30-01:30am, 16-644

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 03-Dec-2012
Limited to 25 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading    HASS-H (HASS-E)

Introduction to German language and culture. Acquisition of vocabulary and grammatical concepts through active communication. Audio, video, and printed materials provide direct exposure to authentic German language and culture. Self-paced language lab program is fully coordinated with textbook/workbook. Development of effective basic communication skills. For graduate credit see 21F.451. Meets with 21F.471 when offered concurrently.
This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins November 5, 2012 and runs through December 3, 2012. You will be notified via email of lottery results. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap/
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329B, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.402/21F.452
German II
Dagmar Jaeger
Mon-Fri, Jan 7-11, 14-18, 22-25, 28-30, 10:30am-01:30pm, 14N-225

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 03-Dec-2012
Limited to 25 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 21F.401, 21F.471, or permission of instructor
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading    HASS-H (HASS-E)

Expansion of basic communication skills and further development of linguistic competency. Review and completion of basic grammar, building of vocabulary, and practice in writing short essays. Reading of short literary texts. Exposure to history and culture of German-speaking countries through audio, video, and Web materials. For graduate credit see 21F.452. Meets with 21F.472 when offered concurrently.
This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins November 5, 2012 and runs through December 3, 2012. You will be notified via email of lottery results. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329B, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.405
Germany Today: Intensive Study of German Language and Culture
Ellen Crocker
Mon-Fri, Jan 7-11, 14-18, 22-25, 28-30, 10am-01:00pm, 16-676

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 03-Dec-2012
Limited to 25 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 21F.403, 21F.473, 21F.404, or 21F.474
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading    HASS-H (HASS-E)

Prepares students for working and living in German-speaking countries. Focuses on current political, social, and cultural issues, using newspapers, TV, radio broadcasts, podcasts, and Web sources from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Emphasizes speaking and listening skills for professional contexts. Includes oral presentations, group discussions, guest lectures, and live interviews with German speakers. No listeners.
Prereq: German III or IV equivalent. This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins November 5, 2012 and runs through December 3, 2012. You will be notified via email of lottery results. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329C, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.501/21F.551
Japanese I
Masami Ikeda-Lamm, Yuka Akiyama
Mon-Fri, Jan 7-11, 14-18, 22-25, 28-30, 10am-01:00pm, 14N-217, Two Sections (See descrption)

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 03-Dec-2012
Limited to 25 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading    HASS-H (HASS-E)

Introduction to modern standard Japanese. Emphasis on developing proficiency in speaking and listening, using basic grammar and vocabulary. Basic skills in reading and writing are also taught. Lab work required. For graduate credit see 21F.551. Meets with 21F.571 when offered concurrently.

Section 1: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM, 14N-217
Section 2: 2:00-5:00 PM, 14N-217

This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins November 5, 2012 and runs through December 3, 2012. You will be notified via email of lottery results. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap/
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329B, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.601/21F.651
Italian I
Walter Valeri
Mon-Fri, Jan 7-11, 14-18, 22-25, 28-30, 01-04:00pm, 4-249

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 03-Dec-2012
Limited to 25 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading    HASS-H (HASS-E)

Focus on basic oral expression, listening comprehension, and elementary reading and writing. Emphasis on the acquisition of vocabulary and grammatical concepts through active communication. Designed for students with no knowledge of Italian. Audio, video, and printed materials provide direct exposure to authentic Italian language and culture.

For graduate credit, see 21F.651. Priority will be given to MISTI-Italy students with no prior knowledge of Italian.

This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins November 5, 2012 and runs through December 3, 2012. You will be notified via email of lottery results. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329B, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.701/21F.751
Spanish I
Cesar Perez
Mon-Fri, Jan 7-11, 14-18, 22-25, 28-30, 09am-12:00pm, 4-249

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 03-Dec-2012
Limited to 25 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading    HASS-H (HASS-E)

Introduction to understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Spanish. Maximal use of fundamentals of grammar in active communication. Audio- and video-based language laboratory program coordinated with and supplemented to class work. For graduate credit see 21F.751. Meets with 21F.771 when offered concurrently.
This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins November 5, 2012 and runs through December 3, 2012. You will be notified via email of lottery results. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329B, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.782/21F.783
Spanish II (Study Abroad)
Spanish II (Study Abroad)
Roberto Rey Agudo
Mon-Fri, Jan 7-11, 14-18, 22-25, 28-30, 08am-05:00pm, Madrid, Spain, Meets in Madrid, Spain

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 29-Oct-2012
Limited to 20 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 21F.701, 21F.771, or permission of instructor
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading    HASS-H (HASS-E)
Fee: 2000.00 for Travel and lodging (estimated)

Increased practice in listening comprehension, reading, and group interaction. Class conducted in Madrid, Spain with an MIT instructor. Students responsible for travel and lodging fees. Trips outside of Madrid allow students to experience Spanish culture and history. Opportunities to visit Spanish companies and research labs. For graduate credit, see 21F.783. Enrollment limited by lottery.
This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins October 15, 2012 and runs through October 29, 2012. Students who have not completed 21F.701 at MIT may be asked to complete an interview as well. You will be notified via email of lottery results by November 10, 2012. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329B, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu

21F.803
Portuguese III
Nilma Dominique
Mon-Fri, Jan 7-11, 14-18, 22-25, 28-30, 11am-02:00pm, 14E-310

Selection by departmental lottery. Do not pre-register on WebSIS.
Enter lottery by: 03-Dec-2012
Limited to 25 participants.
No listeners
Prereq: 21F.802, 21F.870, 21F.880, or permission of instructor
Level: U 12 units Standard A - F Grading    HASS-H (HASS-L)

Expands the breadth and depth of students' skills in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Portuguese while continuing to provide exposure to the history and cultures of the Portuguese-speaking world. Uses short stories, films and music to study issues of historical and current interest. Conducted entirely in Portuguese. Limited to 18.
This subject is by lottery only. Lottery signup begins November 5, 2012 and runs through December 3, 2012. You will be notified via email of lottery results. You must sign up on the FL&L Web Page! You will find complete instructions on the FL&L web site:
Web: http://web.mit.edu/fll/www/iap
Contact: Jeffrey Pearlin, 14N-329B, x3-9776, pearlin@mit.edu