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[email protected] FALL 2020 - COURSE LISTINGS CODES: OP = Course taken for letter grade or pass/no pass; P/NP = Course taken is Pass/No Pass only; GR = Course taken for letter grade only D/E CRN DAYS TIMES ROOM INSTRUCTOR DATES CODES SEC D/E CRN DAYS TIMES ROOM INSTRUCTOR DATES CODES SEC terrorism, the global economy, migration, the threatened environment, technology, and the role of multinational media industries on the culture. Strongly Recommended: SOC 1, ENG 1A with a minimum grade of C Day 22322 TTh 11:00-12:15 2490 THOMPSON 08/17-12/18 GR V01 SOC 6 SOCIAL PROBLEMS 3.0 Units An identification and analysis of contemporary social problems including (1) the role of power and ideology in the definition of social problems, (2) their causes and consequences, (3) evaluations of proposed solutions, and (4) methods of intervention. Topics will vary. Day 22323 TTh 2:00-3:15 105 MESMER 08/17-12/18 OP V01 SOC 7 SOCIOLOGY OF SEXUALITY 3.0 Units This course looks at the social forces that influence, and are influenced by our construction of sexuality. Topics covered include: the social construction of the erotic, the creation of sexual identities, gender and sexuality, religion and sexuality, sexual commerce, and global issues such as birth control and STDs. Strongly Recommended: SOC 1 with a minimum grade of C Web 23318 ONLINE THOMPSON 08/17-12/18 GR DE1 SOC 7-DE1 is an online course. For more information, see the section titled “Online Learning” in this schedule, or go to http://www.laspositascollege.edu/onlinelearning. SOC 12 POPULAR CULTURE 3.0 Units The course explores the historical, theoretical, political, and economic factors that influence the creation and diffusion of popular culture. It examines the impact of technological innovation and globalization on how popular culture is consumed and how this affects society. Strongly Recommended: SOC 1 (completed with a grade of C or higher). Day 20823 MW 12:30-1:45 503 HIROSE 08/17-12/18 OP V01 SPANISH SPAN 1A BEGINNING SPANISH 5.0 Units This introductory level course offers a balanced approach to language and culture. It will enable students to begin speaking, reading and writing elementary level Spanish as well as understanding the spoken language as they explore the culture and countries of the Spanish-speaking world. Students are introduced to concepts of grammar, vocabulary and verb tenses in a variety of auditory, visual and written contexts. Strongly Recommended: ENG 1A with a minimum grade of C SPAN 1A-V01,V02, & 093 are open to all students but have an optional embedded honors component. Students who qualify for the Honors Transfer Program may take it for honors credit. See instructor and visit http://www.laspositascollege.edu/honors for more information. Day 20058 MW 9:30-11:45 103 SUAREZ 08/17-12/18 OP V01 Day 20172 TTh 12:30-2:45 4213 SUAREZ 08/17-12/18 OP V02 Eve 20344 TTh 6:00-8:15 1051 NEVAREZ 08/17-12/18 OP 093 SPAN 1B ELEMENTARY SPANISH 5.0 Units This is the second semester of the introductory level course. It continues to offer a balanced approach to language and culture. It enables students to continue learning to speak, read and write elementary level Spanish as well as to understand the spoken language as they explore the culture and countries of the Spanish- speaking world. Students continue to review and improve upon concepts of grammar, vocabulary and verb tenses in a variety of auditory, visual and written contexts. The course will continue to examine the culture of the Spanish-speaking world. Prerequisite: SPAN 1A with a minimum grade of C Eve 23334 MW 6:00-8:15 1051 SUAREZ 08/17-12/18 OP 093 SPAN 2A INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I 4.0 Units This course covers a review of grammar, reading of contemporary literature, practice in conversation and composition, and discussion of cultural topics. Prerequisite: SPAN 1B with a minimum grade of C Day 23057 MW 12:30-2:45 1051 SUAREZ 08/17-12/18 OP V01 SPAN 2B INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II 4.0 Units A course covering the reading of contemporary works, advanced review of grammar emphasis on speaking and composition, and further discussion of cultural topics. Prerequisite: SPAN 2A with a minimum grade of C Day 23058 MW 12:30-2:45 1051 SUAREZ 08/17-12/18 OP V01 SPAN 21 SPANISH SPEAKERS I 5.0 Units This course is designed for bilingual students whose heritage language is Spanish and for linguistically qualified students who wish to improve their reading and writing Spanish skills. It provides students with instruction that builds upon their existing reading, writing, speaking and listening skills, and their cultural heritage and knowledge. The course will help students develop critical and integrative thinking skills; enhance their knowledge of Hispanic cultures as manifested in Spanish-speaking countries and the United States; understand sociopolitical realities; examine and recognize dialectal, social, and contextual variations; improve strategic speaking, reading, and writing skills; and master grammar points of concern to bilingual and heritage Spanish speakers. This course is conducted entirely in Spanish. Prerequisite: Spanish heritage speaker proficiency or the equivalent intermediate level as assessed. Day 22525 TTh 12:30-2:45 1052 NEVAREZ 08/17-12/18 GR V01 THEATER ARTS THEA 1 CONSERVATORY READINESS 1.0 Units This course is required for students interested in participating in the Actors Conservatory at Las Positas College. This course prepares students for a rigorous two-year training program in acting, musical theater, and dance. Students are expected to perform monologues, solos, and short dance sequences in this course, as well as participate in mentorship and cohort activities throughout the semester. Day 23588 Fri 10:00-10:50 4127 LISH 08/17-12/18 P/N V01 THEA 1A THEORY/PRACTICE OF ACTING I 3.0 Units This course prepares a student to apply basic acting theory to performance and develops the skills of interpretation of drama through acting. Special attention is paid to skills for performance: memorization, stage movement, vocal production, and interpretation of text. An introduction to the techniques and theories of acting, explored through improvisation, exercises and scene study. Students should be able to demonstrate the following skills: development of the physical and psychological resources for acting including relaxation, concentration, creativity, believability, and commitment. Strongly Recommended: ENG 1A Day 20789 MW 9:30-10:45 4127 LISH 08/17-12/18 GR V01 Day 20136 TTh 9:30-10:45 4127 ROSS 08/17-12/18 GR V02 THEA 3A BEGINNING IMPROVISATION 3.0 Units An entry level course designed to introduce to students to concepts of improvisation and creative dramatics. It will encourage students to “think out of the box”, promoting creative problem solving within a supportive ensemble. Recommended for non-majors (Early Childhood education, Business, Speech/ Communication majors especially encouraged) as well as Theatre: