World Languages Courses
ALL LANGUAGE COURSES REQUIRE A YEAR-LONG COMMITMENT
Advanced Study in Second Language
Independent study and/or approved Queens College courses are available with the approval of the Supervisor of Foreign Language.
Languages at Queens College
A wide variety of electives are also available at Queens College . Students who wish to take a Queens College Language course must obtain the approval of the department supervisor. Students who opt to take a language course that is more than 3 credits may be responsible for covering costs associated with the extra credit(s).
Independent study and/or approved Queens College courses are available with the approval of the Supervisor of Foreign Language.
Languages at Queens College
A wide variety of electives are also available at Queens College . Students who wish to take a Queens College Language course must obtain the approval of the department supervisor. Students who opt to take a language course that is more than 3 credits may be responsible for covering costs associated with the extra credit(s).
Classical Greek 1 (Level I) FEC1
In this course students will learn the Greek alphabet. They will also study grammar, vocabulary and simple readings about Ancient Greece. Emphasis will be placed on the contribution of classical Greek to the English language. The importance of Ancient Greece to our society will also be studied.
Classical Greek 3 (Level II) FEC3
This course will cover advanced Classical Greek grammar and vocabulary. Students will be introduced to literary works in both Classical Greek prose and poetry.
Classical Greek 5 (Level III) FEC5
The students themselves will choose excerpts from among the following authors to form the core of these reading courses: Homer ( The Iliad and The Odyssey ), Herodotus ( The Persian Wars ), Sophocles ( Oedipus Rex ), Thucydides ( The Peloponnesian War ), Euripides ( Medea ) and Plato ( The Apology of Socrates ). Approval of the Supervisor of Foreign Language is required.
Latin 1 (Level I) FL1
This course introduces students to the basic building blocks of Latin. As an inflected language Latin works like a puzzle made up of a variety of forms of nouns, adjectives, pronouns, and verbs. How to identify and manipulate these parts, forms the core of the Latin I course. At the same time there is also a focus on the predominant influence of Latin on the English language and of Roman culture on the formations of our contemporary society.
Latin 3 (Level II) FL3
This course pushes the envelope on mastery of Latin grammar and vocabulary and at the same time introduces students to simplified texts from representative authors of Golden and Silver Age Latin Literature: Ovid, Cicero, Catullus, and Petronius.
Latin 5 (Level III) FL5
After acquiring the elements of Latin, why not sit back and enjoy a sample of the best the Romans had to offer: Cupid and Psyche , a charming romance from Apuleius Golden Ass ; The Millionaire's Dinner Party , the hilarious comedy about nouveau-riche manners from Petronius' Satyicon ; and The Dream of Scipio , the influential political vision from Cicero 's Commonwealth . Latin 6 will focus on the enjoyment of Roman poetry: Platus' Pot of Gold , Horace and Catullus' lyrics, Dido and Aeneas from Vergil's Aeneid and your favorite myths from Ovid's Metamorphoses.
Latin 7 (Level IV) AP Latin
The course is structured to enable students to complete the entire required reading list as outlined in the AP® Latin Course Description which includes selections of Caesar’s De Bello Gallico and Vergil’s Aenied in Latin as well as large selections of each text in English translation. It will develop the students’ ability not only to translate Latin poetry and prose as literally as possible and to analyze the syntactical elements of Latin grammar; it will also foster the students’ ability to critically engage with the texts read in class. That is, students will demonstrate comprehension of The Aeneid and De Bello Gallico as texts and be able to place these texts in larger cultural and historical contexts.
Requirements:
1. All students will have completed Latin 4 with a minimum 88% average.
2. Teacher recommendation and approval of the Department Chairperson.
1. All students will have completed Latin 4 with a minimum 88% average.
2. Teacher recommendation and approval of the Department Chairperson.
Note: This is a two-semester course and cannot be dropped mid-year. In addition to Townsend Harris credit, students who score 3 or higher on the required AP exam in May, may be awarded college credit. There is an examination fee (which may be waived in cases of documented financial need.)
Japanese 1 (Level I) FJ1
In this course students will learn elementary Japanese conversation as well as some basic characters to enable them to read and write the language. They will study the culture of Japan as well as the traditions of the people.
Japanese 3 (Level II) FJ3
This course is a continuation of the basic skills mastered in Level I with emphasis placed on oral and written expression. There will be a chance to study the culture of Japan as well as develop an appreciation of the contributions of the Japanese community within the United States .
Japanese 5 (Level III) FJ5
In addition to strengthening oral and written expression, this course will enable students to sharpen their skills in auditory and reading comprehension. Participation in the culture of the Japanese-speaking world through the arts and media will be encouraged. Students will take a three-year Regents examination upon completion of this course.
Spanish 1 (Level I) FS1
In this course students will be introduced to the basic skills required for comprehension, conversation, reading and writing in the Spanish language. They will also have the opportunity to explore the culture of the Spanish-speaking world.
Spanish 3 (Level II) FS3
This course is a continuation of the basic skills mastered in Level I with emphasis placed on the oral and written expressions. Students will have the opportunity to study the culture of the Spanish speaking countries as well as develop an appreciation of the contributions of the Hispanic community within the United States .
Japanese 1 (Level I) FJ1
In this course students will learn elementary Japanese conversation as well as some basic characters to enable them to read and write the language. They will study the culture of Japan as well as the traditions of the people.
Japanese 3 (Level II) FJ3
This course is a continuation of the basic skills mastered in Level I with emphasis placed on oral and written expression. There will be a chance to study the culture of Japan as well as develop an appreciation of the contributions of the Japanese community within the United States .
Japanese 5 (Level III) FJ5
In addition to strengthening oral and written expression, this course will enable students to sharpen their skills in auditory and reading comprehension. Participation in the culture of the Japanese-speaking world through the arts and media will be encouraged. Students will take a three-year Regents examination upon completion of this course.
Spanish 1 (Level I) FS1
In this course students will be introduced to the basic skills required for comprehension, conversation, reading and writing in the Spanish language. They will also have the opportunity to explore the culture of the Spanish-speaking world.
Spanish 3 (Level II) FS3
This course is a continuation of the basic skills mastered in Level I with emphasis placed on the oral and written expressions. Students will have the opportunity to study the culture of the Spanish speaking countries as well as develop an appreciation of the contributions of the Hispanic community within the United States .
Spanish 5 (Level III) FS5
In addition to strengthening oral and written expression, this course will enable students to sharpen their skills in auditory and reading comprehension. Participation in the culture of the Spanish speaking world through the arts and media will be encouraged. Students will take a three-year Regents examination upon completion of this course.
Spanish 7 (Level IV) FS7L
In this course students will be introduced to Spanish literature by means of reading short selections of prose and poetry. They will also be invited to sample selections of Cervantes' classic, Don Quixote. Great emphasis will be placed on oral discussions of literary topics and the grammar necessary for reading and writing as students are encouraged to enjoy and appreciate the Spanish language, its peoples, and customs by exploring their life styles and sentiments through their literature. This course is designed to prepare students to become successful candidates for college-level courses.
Spanish 9 ( Level V) Advanced Placement Spanish Language or Spanish Literature
This course will prepare the student for the Advanced Placement Examination in Spanish Language or Literature through the study of literary themes, conversational topics, grammatical structures, culture and idioms. Emphasis will be placed on developing oral and reading comprehension skills, as well as expanding written skills in the target language.
Prerequisite: Spanish level IV and approval of Department Supervisor
Requirements: All students will have completed Spanish literature with a minimum 88% average. Teacher recommendation and approval of the department supervisor.
In addition to strengthening oral and written expression, this course will enable students to sharpen their skills in auditory and reading comprehension. Participation in the culture of the Spanish speaking world through the arts and media will be encouraged. Students will take a three-year Regents examination upon completion of this course.
Spanish 7 (Level IV) FS7L
In this course students will be introduced to Spanish literature by means of reading short selections of prose and poetry. They will also be invited to sample selections of Cervantes' classic, Don Quixote. Great emphasis will be placed on oral discussions of literary topics and the grammar necessary for reading and writing as students are encouraged to enjoy and appreciate the Spanish language, its peoples, and customs by exploring their life styles and sentiments through their literature. This course is designed to prepare students to become successful candidates for college-level courses.
Spanish 9 ( Level V) Advanced Placement Spanish Language or Spanish Literature
This course will prepare the student for the Advanced Placement Examination in Spanish Language or Literature through the study of literary themes, conversational topics, grammatical structures, culture and idioms. Emphasis will be placed on developing oral and reading comprehension skills, as well as expanding written skills in the target language.
Prerequisite: Spanish level IV and approval of Department Supervisor
Requirements: All students will have completed Spanish literature with a minimum 88% average. Teacher recommendation and approval of the department supervisor.
Note: This is a two-semester course and cannot be dropped mid-year. In addition to Townsend Harris credit, students who score 3 or better on the AP exam may be awarded college credit upon successful completion of the Advanced Placement examination in May, which is required. There is an examination fee.
French 1 (Level I ) FF1
In this course students will be introduced to the basic skills required for comprehension, conversations, reading and writing in the French language. They will also have the opportunity to explore the many facets of the French speaking world, particularly those which relate to young people.
French 3 (Level II) FF3
This course is a continuation of the basic skills mastered in level I with emphasis placed on oral and written expression. Students will be given the chance to study the culture of French speaking countries as well as to develop an appreciation of the contributions of the French community within the United States and Canada .
French 5 (Level III) FF5
In addition to strengthening oral and written expression, this course will enable students to sharpen skills in auditory and reading comprehension. Participation in the culture of the French speaking world through the arts and media will be encouraged. Students will take a three-year Regents examination upon completion of this course.
French 7 (Level IV) FF7
This course will afford students the opportunity to hone their conversational skills through the reading of dialogues critiques, stories, and letters as well as introduce them to French literature by means of reading short selections of prose and poetry. Students will have a chance to communicate through discussions, debates, plays, et al. They are encouraged to enjoy the French language, its peoples, and customs by exploring their lifestyles and sentiments through their language. The accent of the first term will be on conversation while reading “ Le petit prince” . The second term will introduce masterpieces of French Literature.
French 9 (Level V) Advanced Placement French
This course will prepare the student for the advanced placement communication in French language through the study of literary themes, conversational topics, grammatical structures, culture, and idioms. Emphasis will be placed on developing oral and reading comprehension skills, as well as expanding written skills in the target language. This one-year course culminates in a required Advanced Placement examination. (Students may be awarded college credit in addition to course credit upon successful completion of the Advanced Placement Examination
Prerequisite: French level IV literature and approval of Department Supervisor
Requirements: All students will have completed French literature with a minimum 88% average. Teacher recommendation and approval of the department supervisor.
Note: This is a two-semester course and cannot be dropped mid-year. In addition to Townsend Harris credit, students who score 3 or better on the AP exam may be awarded college credit upon successful completion of the Advanced Placement examination in May, which is required. There is an examination fee.
French Literature from 1789 to the Present & The French Cinema
The course explores the last two centuries of French cultural history, focusing on key periods of political, literary, and artistic life, from Napoleon to de Gaulle, from Balzac, Baudelaire, and Marguerite Duras to Albert Camus. Topics will include the Revolution and the Empire, Romanticism and Impressionism, Paris and the Belle Époque, and the World Wars and decolonization. We will discuss texts, archives, films, and paintings. Sample readings include: Balzac, Le Père Goriot, G. Labrune & Ph.Toutain, L'Histoire de France, Marguerite Duras, La Douleur, Baudelaire, Les Fleurs du mal, Renoir, La Grande Illusion, Godard, A Bout de soufflé. In the spring will introduce students to the rich history and development of the French cinema. Within a thematic framework, we will analyze films from the major directors and movements of French filmmaking. We will look at works from Truffaut, Godard, Resnais, Robbe-Grillet among others.
French Literature from 1789 to the Present & The French Cinema
The course explores the last two centuries of French cultural history, focusing on key periods of political, literary, and artistic life, from Napoleon to de Gaulle, from Balzac, Baudelaire, and Marguerite Duras to Albert Camus. Topics will include the Revolution and the Empire, Romanticism and Impressionism, Paris and the Belle Époque, and the World Wars and decolonization. We will discuss texts, archives, films, and paintings. Sample readings include: Balzac, Le Père Goriot, G. Labrune & Ph.Toutain, L'Histoire de France, Marguerite Duras, La Douleur, Baudelaire, Les Fleurs du mal, Renoir, La Grande Illusion, Godard, A Bout de soufflé. In the spring will introduce students to the rich history and development of the French cinema. Within a thematic framework, we will analyze films from the major directors and movements of French filmmaking. We will look at works from Truffaut, Godard, Resnais, Robbe-Grillet among others.
Note: This class is conducted in English and may not be used to fulfill the language requirement.
Note: This is a two-semester course and cannot be dropped mid-year.