Department of World Languages and Cultures
Welcome to the Department of World Languages and Cultures
In keeping with the basic philosophy of the Department of World Languages and Cultures, the fundamental objectives of the Department are: to familiarize students with a culture, language and literature other than their own; to provide language students with the skills and knowledge necessary for effective communication in the foreign language; and to provide adequate training for those who plan to continue their language study in senior college and for those who plan to enter one of the many professional fields that require a mastery of a foreign language.
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Scott Cally
Interim Chair - Scott.Cally@kbcc.cuny.edu
- Judith Cohen
Administrative Assistant - Judith.Cohen@kbcc.cuny.edu
- Main Office: E-309
- Telephone # (718) 368-5403
- FAX (718) 368-5943
The Department of World Languages and Cultures is dedicated to helping students discover
the world through the study of language, literature, and culture. Our goal is to provide
students with the means to scrutinize their own world view and challenge their capacity
to identify with people of different backgrounds. We endeavor to motivate in students
an appreciation and understanding of the world's people so that they may leave Kingsborough
with the ability and the desire to communicate and empathize with others.
The Department of World Languages and Cultures emphasizes the variety and integrity of our programs, the skill and competence of our graduates, and the importance of our efforts within the vocational and career-oriented mission of our community college. To this end, our courses and programs of study: help students discover their capacity as language learners; provide students with the appropriate language skills to enable them to communicate effectively and function in their chosen profession; enable students to acquire and incorporate knowledge of the tools and organizational proficiency needed for language and cultural studies; inspire students to think critically in the humanistic tradition about texts and language; instill in our students the positive nature of cultural differences.
This includes mutual respect and concern for one another, openness to questions and risk taking, and a focus on excellence and engagement in active learning. Our faculty is responsible for facilitating learning and guiding students toward the accomplishment of established educational outcomes.
Arabic
This Arabic course is taught through a communicative approach used at leading American universities. It is designed for students interested in acquiring the language they need to function in a variety of Arabic-speaking environments.
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Chinese
This course addresses the demand from the business community for college graduates who are proficient in Mandarin Chinese and also addresses the interest among students of Chinese heritage to become more proficient and literate in Mandarin.
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French
A one-semester course for students without previous training in the language, or, as indicated by the Language Placement Examination score. Emphasis on correct pronunciation through intensive oral practice, use of the Language Laboratory and audio- visual materials, acquisition of basic vocabulary and the elements of grammar for conversation, comprehension, reading and writing.
Hebrew
A one-semester course for students without previous training in the language, or, as indicated by the Language Placement Examination score. Emphasis on correct pronunciation through intensive oral practice, use of the Language Laboratory and audio- visual materials, acquisition of basic vocabulary and the elements of grammar for conversation, comprehension, reading and writing
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A one-semester course for students without previous training in the language, or, as indicated by the Language Placement Examination score. Emphasis on correct pronunciation through intensive oral practice, use of the Language Laboratory and audiovisual materials, acquisition of basic vocabulary and the elements of grammar for conversation, comprehension, reading, and writing
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A one-semester course for students without previous training in the language, or, as indicated by the Language Placement Examination score. Emphasis on correct pronunciation through intensive oral practice, use of the Language Laboratory and audiovisual materials, acquisition of basic vocabulary, and the elements of grammar for conversation, comprehension, reading, and writing.
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