Modern Languages

Professors: Tama L. Engelking (Chairperson Professors Emeriti: Bruce A. Beatie, Edward Haymes, Laura Martin, John M. Purcell, Anita Stoll, Philippa Brown Yin; Associate Professors: Hebat El-Attar, Delia V. Galván, Annie Jouan-Westlund, Antonio Medina-Rivera, , Lee Wilberschied, Stephen Gingerich; Assistant Professors: Abed Tayyara, Kelly Wrenhaven.

French

Study Abroad

Majors and minors are encouraged to take advantage of Cleveland State University’s exchange programs in Clermont Ferrand; and/or a summer study trip to France. Normally up to 18 semester hours of study abroad may count toward the major requirements (additional credit may count toward the total hours needed for graduation). Majors should seek departmental approval of foreign study plans before departure and must complete at least two 300- and/or 400-level courses in their major area after return from study abroad. (See also the Foreign Study section listed under “College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences: Special Programs.”)

For further information regarding the possibility of foreign study and summer programs available through the Modern Languages, contact the department office, 216-687-4645, or Dr. Engelking, 216-523-7175.

Teacher Licensure

Students preparing to teach will fulfill the requirements for the B.A. in French and the licensure sequence in the College of Education and Human Services for the Specialization in Multi-Age Foreign Language Education (PreK-12).

Students seeking a B.A. in French with teaching licensure must, in fulfilling the major requirements, take one
course in civilization; one course in phonetics; and literature courses acquainting the student with the major
genres of drama, poetry, and the novel.

The PreK-12 licensure sequence includes courses in elementary and secondary foreign-language methods. Students will need to follow the sequence as described in the College of Education and Human Services section. Before admission to student teaching, students must pass a Praxis II Principles of Learning and Teaching Test (K-6 or 5-9 or 7-12), the Praxis II Content Knowledge test, and demonstrate oral proficiency at the ACTFL “Advanced-Low” level. Students will need to have their skill level assessed as early as possible in the program and then work with their advisers to plan study experiences that provide appropriate opportunities for improvement. Modern Language methods courses must be completed during the semester preceding student teaching.

German

Study Abroad

For further information regarding the possibility of foreign study and summer programs available through the Department of Modern Languages, contact the department office, 216-687-4645. Please also see above under “Additional Information.”

Teacher Licensure

For information, contact the Department of Modern Languages at 216-687-4645.

Spanish

Study Abroad

Majors are encouraged to arrange for study in a Spanish-speaking country. The department administers summer programs in Mexico, Costa Rica and Spain. Credit earned on these programs is considered part of the Cleveland State University Spanish sequence.

Students may also undertake independent study abroad at other institutions. Normally, up to 16 hours of independent study abroad may count toward the major requirements (additional credit may count toward the total hours needed for graduation). Majors should seek departmental approval of foreign-study plans before departure, and must complete at least two 300-level or 400-level courses in Spanish after return from independent study abroad. (See also the Study Abroad section listed under “College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences.”)

For further information regarding the possibility of foreign study and summer programs available through the Department of Modern Languages, contact the department office, 216-687-4645.

Teacher Licensure

Students preparing to teach will fulfill the requirements for the B.A. in Spanish and the licensure sequence in the College of Education and Human Services for the specialization in Multi-Age Foreign Language Education (PreK-12). They must also pass national examinations and fulfill state requirements.

The PreK-12 licensure sequence includes courses in elementary and secondary foreign-language methods. Students will need to follow the sequence as described in the College of Education and Human Services. Before admission to student teaching, students must pass a Praxis II Principles of Learning and Teaching Test (K-6 or 5-9 or 7-12), the Praxis II Content Knowledge test, and demonstrate oral proficiency at the ACTFL “Advanced-Low” level. Students will need to have their skill level assessed as early as possible in the program and then work with their advisers to plan study experiences that provide appropriate opportunities for improvement. Modern Language methods courses must be completed the semester preceding student teaching.

Programs

Non-degree

Bachelor of Arts