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SOC 197 - Independent Study
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SOC 200 - Social Inequality
This course explores the principles of sociology as they apply to social inequality between cultures, communities, ethnicity, and gender.
Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years
Units: 3
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SOC 215 - Introduction to Social Problems
This course explores various contemporary social problems facing the United States. It examines how problems affect and are affected by American culture and social institutions. Students learn to interpret social problems within the context of sociological theories. Additional topics may include substance abuse, aging, ethnic relations, urban issues, unemployment, terrorism, violence, and the role of ideology and interest groups in shaping social problems. (Credit/No Credit Available)
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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SOC 310 - Classical Social Theory
Traces the intellectual history and sociological traditions underlying the development of classical social theory through the writings of the most prominent or foundational social theorists of the 19th and 20th centuries. Further explores the relationship of contemporary sociological practice in terms of the classical theorists, and their respective efforts to address and respond to social issues that continue to affect our understanding of the world today.
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 3
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SOC 312 - Sociology of Gender
Students will examine gender norms and socialization, gender identity and expression, and gendered structural inequality. Particular attention will be given to examining gender from an inter-sectional perspective that encompasses race, class, and sexual orientation. Modules will highlight the role of gender and gender inequality in social institutions such as the family, educational system, workplace, and government.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 3
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SOC 315 - Marriage and Family
This course examines family as a social institution, combining functional and sociological approaches. It utilizes historical and cross-cultural perspectives to examine and compare patterns of family behavior. Additional topics may include human sexuality, divorce, family planning, communication, gender equity, courtship/dating, and the psychodynamics of family life.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SOC 100 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall term only - odd years
Units: 4
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SOC 317 - Social Movements
This course will provide an overview of key theoretical concepts in the study of social movements, including framing, resource mobilization, political opportunity structure, strategy and tactics, coalitions, collective identity and emotions, and transnational movements. Students will apply these concepts to case studies of social movements: historical and modern, conservative and progressive, in both the United States and elsewhere in the world.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 3
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SOC 320 - Labor and Labor Movements
This class is an introduction to work and unionization in the United States and transnationally, focusing on current issues such as intersectional labor organizing, low-wage and precarious work, and transnational labor mobilization. Students examine case studies of work and labor in the United States, with emphasis on comparative studies between the United States and other countries.
General Education: UDD Integrated Social Sciences
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 3
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SOC 322 - Political Sociology
Political sociology is, at its heart, the study of power: how to define it, gain it, use it, and lose it. Formal definitions and understandings of power underlie our analysis of formal and informal mechanisms by which people and groups engage political power. We explore nation-states; democracy, civic participation, and voting behavior; capitalism and social class; and social movements. Survey addresses those inequalities of race, class, and gender underlying the exercise of political power.
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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SOC 325 - Sociology of Latinos
Introduces students to the sociology of Latinos in North America with an emphasis on the vast cultural diversity and historical complexity of this significant US population. Reviews theories of race, ethnicity, and racialized immigration enforcement to address the racialization and marginalization of Latinos in the US. Extends the scope of this review to those sociological, economic, and political dynamics that underlie just how assimilation is deliberated.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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SOC 332 - Punishment & Social Control
What role does punishment play in those forms of social control deployed in modern democratic states? This course explores the nature, function, and dynamics of those forms of social control dependent on punishment, and its perceived place in promoting rehabilitation. Course content will review the social forces that shape institutional practice, including its manifestation in the penal system, and the role of poverty, inequality, race, and the media in framing contemporary practice.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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SOC 333 - Sociology of Deviance
This course examines the ways in which societies define deviance and their attitudes and beliefs. It employs a critical sociological approach to explore conformity/non-conformity and the relationship between individual liberty and social control. It also analyzes social reactions and outcomes of these definitions. Topics may include sexuality, suicide, prostitution, drug addiction, crime, and gender.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SOC 100 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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SOC 338 - Social Psychology
Examines various psychologies and sociologies, and identifies theoretical and methodological similarities between them. From a psychological paradigm, derives shared meanings about the interpretation of the Self. And, from a sociological paradigm reaches an understanding of the role of Self in society, as well as the role society has on shaping the Self. Students experience a set of tasks that allow them to discover the “role of the other.” Offered both in-class and online.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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SOC 345 - Wealth, Status and Power
This course utilizes historical and sociological perspectives to examine social stratification and inequality. It explores the unequal distribution of wealth, status and power and analyzes the cultural and economic systems that maintain them.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SOC 100 and STAT 100 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years
Units: 4
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SOC 360 - Population and Contemporary Issues
This course studies historical, contemporary, and anticipated population conditions and trends as they relate to social issues and organization of society. It explores the population processes (fertility, mortality, and migration) as they affect and are affected by various influences such as urbanization, family, and environment. Additional topics may include undocumented migration, US-Mexico border, and globalization.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SOC 100 and STAT 100 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall term only - odd years
Units: 4
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SOC 365 - Technology and Society
This course offers a broad introduction to the social dimensions of emerging information and communication technologies. An emphasis is placed on the specific historical and cultural contexts that shape practices of technology. Attention is given to the diverse ways technology shapes social life, including culture, economy, education, and military. It also examines how social structures of gender, race, class, sexuality, and nation are reproduced or reconfigured by technology.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SOC 100 and STAT 100 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 4
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SOC 395 - Special Topics
Studies a particular topic in Sociology. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 2-4
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SOC 395L - Special Topics Lab
Student and faculty member select upper-division topics of study and total number of credit hours.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 2-4
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SOC 397 - Independent Study
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 2-4
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SOC 399 - Contemporary Immigration in Global Perspective
Examines contemporary immigration issues and the relationships between immigrants and existing institutions and identities. Topics include: assimilation and integration, the children of immigrants and socio-economic mobility, transnational movements, undocumented immigration, racism and xenophobia within the immigration context, return, circular and onward migration, and the criminalization of immigrants.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPAN 101 - Beginning Spanish I
An introduction to the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures, with emphasis on the development of the basic communicative skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing) and grammatical structures. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component.
General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
University Requirement: WCL World Cultures&Languag-BS
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPAN 102 - Beginning Spanish II
Continues the study of the Spanish language and Hispanic cultures, with emphasis on the development of the basic communicative skills (speaking, listening, reading, writing) and grammatical structures. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 101 with a C- or better)
General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
University Requirement: WCL World Cultures&Languag-BS
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPAN 103 - Intensive BeginingSpanish I &II
An intensive course designed for beginning students. Emphasis on the development of communicative skills, basic structures, and cultural competence. Covers the equivalent of SPAN 101 and SPAN 102 in one semester. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4-8
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SPAN 195 - Special Topics
Studies a particular topic relative to the Spanish language or Hispanic cultures. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SPAN 196 - Field Studies
Opportunity for independent field studies.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SPAN 197 - Independent Study
Allows lower-division students to independently study a particular aspect of Spanish language and Hispanic culture. A written proposal for the study/research must be approved in advance by the sponsoring faculty member and the program chair. Number of credits depends on the nature of the student’s academic goals and the consent of the faculty advisor.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SPAN 200 - Beg Spanish Conversation
Introduces Spanish conversation to support, develop, and strengthen skills in Spanish oral communication. Implements extensive speaking practice using everyday experiences.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-4
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SPAN 201 - Intermediate Spanish I
Reviews and develops the fundamentals of Spanish grammar and emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills by studying and discussing short reading selections. Also available online. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 102 with a C- or better)
General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
University Requirement: WCL World Cultures&Languag-BS, WCLP World Cult & Lang Prof-BA
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPAN 202 - Intermediate Spanish II
Continues to develop the fundamentals of Spanish grammar and emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills by studying and discussing short reading selections. Requires active participation in instructor-coordinated multimedia and online activities as a mandatory component.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201 with a C- or better)
General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
University Requirement: WCL World Cultures&Languag-BS, WCLP World Cult & Lang Prof-BA
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 3
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SPAN 212 - Spanish For Spanish Speakers I
This course is designed for heritage speakers (students who grew up speaking and/or listening to Spanish) and aims to welcome and nourish students’ linguistic resources and cultural heritages while expanding their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in Spanish through exploring Latinx popular cultures and literatures. Taught in Spanish.
General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
University Requirement: WCL World Cultures&Languag-BS, WCLP World Cult & Lang Prof-BA
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPAN 261 - Contemporary Chicano Literature: Survey
Surveys Chicano literature by introducing the principal genres of poetry, theater, the novel, the short story, and the essay. Introduces students to such writers as Rudolfo Anaya, Tomas Rivera, Sandra Cisneros, Ana Castillo, Ron Arias, Jose Antonio Burciaga, Luis Valdez, and Alurista. Prior knowledge of Spanish not required. Requires Spanish majors to do assignments in Spanish. Taught in English.
General Education: C2 Humanities:Lit, Philosophy, Lang other than Eng
University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 3
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SPAN 262 - Latin American Literature in Translation
Critical study of representative authors from colonial times to the twentieth century. Introduces students to key works of such literary masters as Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, Ruben Dario, Gabriela Mistral, Eduardo Mallea, Ernesto Sabato, Horacio Quiroga, Jose Marti, Jorge Luis Borges, Nicolas Guillen, Mariano Azuela, Juan Rulfo, etc. Taught in English.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 295 - Special Topics
Studies a particular topic in Spanish. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-4
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SPAN 297 - Independent Study
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SPAN 300 - Pre-Capstone for Spanish Majors
Directed toward Spanish majors preparing for their Capstone experience, this course aims to guide the student in the process of completing a capstone proposal and initiating the preliminary steps toward the graduation ePortfolio. The ePortfolio provides evidence that a student is making satisfactory progress toward meeting the Core requirements and Major Learning Outcomes (MLOs) for the Spanish B.A.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: WLC 300 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 2
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SPAN 301 - Comp/Oral Practice
This content-based course focuses on developing the three modes of communication - interpersonal, interpretive and presentational - with an emphasis on academic writing through readings and discussions. The use of authentic texts from Hispanic cultural and literary traditions allows learners to consolidate oral and written information. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201 or SPAN 202 or SPAN 212 or equivalent)
University Requirement: WCLP World Cult & Lang Prof-BA
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 4
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SPAN 302 - History of the Spanish Language
Surveys the development of modern Castillian and Latin American varieties of Spanish, its evolution as a Romance language, the Roman period, Visigoth and Arab influences, Native American contributions, and its modern language diversity. Focuses on linguistic and sociolinguist aspects of the dialects spoken throughout the Spanish-speaking world, including the United States.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201 or SPAN 202 or SPAN 212 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 303 - Advanced Spanish Grammar
Reviews all phases of communication skills with practice in understanding, speaking, and writing grammatically correct Spanish. Teaches specific components of Spanish grammar: the Spanish verbal system, the subjunctive, ser versus estar, and other problematic aspects of grammar. Taught in Spanish.
Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years
Units: 4
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SPAN 304 - Intro To Hispanic Literature
This course introduces the principles of literary analysis, based on reading and discussion of Hispanic literary texts. Includes fiction, drama, essay, and poetry from Spain and Spanish America. Taught in Spanish.
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 4
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SPAN 305 - Spanish for The Professions
Designed for students interested in developing a functional use of Spanish for the professions (business, education, law, medicine, social work, etc.), from a Hispanic cultural perspective. Students will have an opportunity to practice and develop their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. The Spanish-speaking world will provide the cultural context, and the area of business the content area. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201 or SPAN 202 or SPAN 212 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 306 - Culture/Civilization of Span Ltn Amer
This course presents a historical and cultural overview of Hispanic Latin America from its pre-Columbian origins to the present through works of literature, art, music, and video clips. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201 or SPAN 202 or SPAN 212 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 307 - History&Politics Of Mex
Examines Mexico’s history and its peoples from indigenous periods to the arrival of Europeans and Spanish colonization including the mission system and rancherìas of California, New Mexico, and Colorado. Focuses on the independence movement and Mexico’s relationship with the United States during westward expansion. Examines the 20th century by focusing on the Mexican Revolution and the factors which have resulted in continuous northern migration. Taught in English with Spanish readings for Spanish majors.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 308 - Hist/Cultr Aztlan:SW US
Covers the story of indigenous peoples of the southwestern United States: Aztlan, the Spanish colonial period, the Mexican period, and the acquisition and settlement by the United States. Seeks the exposition of indigenous and Hispanic historical and cultural foundations of the region and the confluence with other Asian and European influences. Taught in English with Spanish readings for Spanish majors. Taught online.
University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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SPAN 309 - Hist & Polit Of Latn Amer
Surveys Latin American history focusing on the development of political and social structures since the independence movements of the 19th century. Emphasizes Latin phenomenon as caudillismo, indigenismo, the Church and liberation theology, and the revolutionary movements in the 20th century. Taught in English.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 310 - Hispanic Children Literature
Introduces Hispanic children’s literature using fairy tales, poetry, essays, and drama. Presents the elements of children’s narrative: characterization, setting, narrative structure and pictures, and drawings. Students practice working these basic elements in individual and collaborative group writing and reading exercises. Includes brief, written analytic responses. Taught in Spanish.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 313 - Intro to Spanish Linguistics
Intro to Spanish Linguistics: Presents the principal branches of linguistic study, as it pertains to Spanish: the sound system (phonetics and phonology), the structure of words (morphology), and the structure of sentences (syntax). Additionally, attention is paid to bilingualism, especially Spanish in the US, and how Spanish is spoken/written differently by various social groups (sociolinguistics) and in various Spanish-speaking countries (dialectology). Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201 or SPAN 202 or SPAN 212 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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SPAN 315 - Introduction to Translation: Spanish/English
Students perform introductory translation assignments from Spanish to English and vice versa. They develop an understanding of translation theory through reading and class discussion and come to understand communicative translation and compare it to a direct, word-for-word approach. Problematic grammatical, discursive, and pragmatic issues are analyzed and the grammar of Spanish is reviewed in detail. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201 or SPAN 202 or SPAN 212 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 316 - Cultures and Civilizations of Spain
Study of the development of Spanish culture & civilization through geography, religion, sociology, and the arts of the Iberian Peninsula with special reference to the ways of thinking and cultural products. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201 or SPAN 202 or SPAN 212 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 321 - Masterpieces of Hispanic Literature
Reading and discussion of selected masterworks of literature as they reflect the historical, political, and social context of the Peninsular Spanish experience. Students will be introduced to reading and writing critically, and discussing both form and content within these works. All discussions will be carried out in Spanish. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 304 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Spring term only - even years
Units: 4
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SPAN 322 - Masterpieces of Hispanic Literature: Latin America & the Caribbean
Reading and discussion of selected masterworks of literature as they reflect the historical, political, and social context of the Latin American and Caribbean experience. Students are introduced to critically reading, writing, and discussing the form and content of these literary masterpieces. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 304 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years
Units: 4
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SPAN 323 - Hispanic Sociolinguistics
This course provides an introduction to basic concepts in sociolinguistics, focusing on the symbolic value of language as an expression of group identity based on region, gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic class, age, and other ways of defining group affiliation. The course also surveys topics such as linguistic variation, language contact, language attitudes, and language identity. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201 or SPAN 202 or SPAN 212 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Spring term only - odd years
Units: 4
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SPAN 325 - Hispanic Cinema
This course will examine the multiple ways that Hispanic and Brazilian filmmakers have seen Hispanic world, its people, religious beliefs and cultures for more than a century. This course provides the student with a range of perspectives on cultural developments in Spain, Brazil, Latin America and the Caribbean from the colonial to the modern period, using critical and literary texts as well as films. Taught in English.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 330 - Hispanic Testimonials
A course on individual and collective memoirs, diaries, confessions and traveling accounts. Students read and analyze written texts and films, keep journals, and create life writing or multimedia production in Spanish. Taught in Spanish.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 335 - Popular Culture in the Americas
This course proposes a hemispheric, interdisciplinary examination of intercultural dialog that influenced and shaped popular cultural production both in Latin America and the United States throughout the 20th and early 21st centuries. Hispanic cultural products and its manifestations (mass culture, high culture, popular culture) are examined by its intersections with history, race/ ethnicity, gender, social class, religion, migration/ exile, and hybrid identities. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 301 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 336 - LGBTQ/ Queer Hispanic Experiences
This course proposes an interdisciplinary examination of LGBTQ/ Queer experiences as seen in Hispanic cultures. This course presents a historical overview of gender and sexuality studies beginning with indigenous concepts of gender in Latin America and examines corresponding social-political movements of the 20th/21st centuries. LGBTQ and queer cultural products are examined with intersectional approaches to language, race/ ethnicity, migration/ exile, and hybrid identities. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201 or SPAN 202 or SPAN 212 or equivalent)
Typically Offered: Fall term only - odd years
Units: 4
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SPAN 340 - Language for Professions: Spanish
This course is designed to develop a functional use of Spanish for the professions. Students will learn how to respond to a variety of situations that focus on professional matters such as customer service, telephone conversations, and effective communication as a member of the professional community. It also presents and expands on cultural practices with perspectives and concepts. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [(Prereq: (GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4) and (SPAN 102 or equivalent) with a C- or better)]
General Education: UDC Intergrated Arts and Humanities
University Requirement: WCL World Cultures&Languag-BS, WCLP World Cult & Lang Prof-BA
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPAN 345 - Bilingualism in the Spanish-Speaking World
This course will first explore the nature of bilingualism, focusing on its neurolinguistic, psycholinguistic, and linguistic aspects. Students will examine the most important concepts and research questions in these areas. In addition, the class will focus on bilingualism in the United States and the Spanish-speaking world, including the examination of bilingual education programs (e.g., immersion programs) and important political matters connected to them.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 201 or SPAN 202 or SPAN 212 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Fall term only
Units: 4
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SPAN 350 - World Culture and Language: Spanish
This course focuses on language use related to the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. It addresses culture-specific practices and concepts that cannot be translated into English. Students will also learn the use of Spanish to communicate at basic levels in culturally appropriate ways. Taught in English and Spanish. Spanish Language functions are taught in cultural context.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: (GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
General Education: UDC Intergrated Arts and Humanities
University Requirement: WCL World Cultures&Languag-BS
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPAN 362 - Latin American Literature in Translation
Critical study of representative authors from colonial times to the twentieth century. Introduces students to key works by writers such as: Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, Ruben Dario, Gabriela Mistral, Jorge Luis Borges, Juan Rulfo, etc. By exposing students to these literary texts, the course will focus on further developing academic writing and its genres (narrative, persuasive, expository). Taught in English.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Prereq: (GE Area A1 and A2 and A3 with a C- or better) and (Junior or Senior Standing)]
University Requirement: GWAR Graduation Writing Assess
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 4
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SPAN 365 - The Chicano Narrative
Focuses on the reading and analysis of selected Chicano writers whose literary works have left a distinctive mark on Chicano Literature. Emphasizes the understanding of Chicano cosmology (society, culture, behavior and values) through the literary texts. Taught in English.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: GE Areas A1 and A2 and A3 and B4 with a C- or better)
General Education: UDC Intergrated Arts and Humanities
University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
Typically Offered: Fall term only - odd years
Units: 3
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SPAN 370 - The Chicano Community
Examines the cultural, social, economic, and political aspects of the Chicano community in an historical and contemporary context. Incorporates field observation and community studies. Taught in English.
University Requirement: ES Ethnic Studies
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 395 - Special Topics
Studies a particular topic relative to the Spanish language or Hispanic cultures. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SPAN 396 - Field Studies
Individualizes student placement for in-depth field study.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-4
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SPAN 397 - Independent Study
Individual study of a particular aspect of the culture, language, or civilization of the Spanish-speaking world. A written proposal for the study/research must be approved in advance by the sponsoring faculty member and the program chair. Number of credits depends on the nature of the student’s academic goals and the consent of the faculty advisor.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-4
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SPAN 397S - Independent Study
Individual study of a particular aspect of the culture, language, or civilization of the Spanish-speaking world. A written proposal for the study/research must be approved in advance by the sponsoring faculty member and the program chair. Number of credits depends on the nature of the student’s academic goals and the consent of the faculty advisor. Students enhance Spanish language communication skills via community service in local community agencies.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-4
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SPAN 425 - La Literatura Mexicana
Exposes students to Mexican literature from its indigenous and Hispanic origins to its more contemporary expressions. Examines and discusses representative authors from all literary periods, including such literary icons as Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz, Manuel Gutierrez Najera, Mariano Azuela, Ignacio Altamirano, Rosario Castellanos, Juan Rulfo, Octavio Paz, Carlos Fuentes, Jose Agustin, and Laura Esquivel. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 304 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 426 - Narrativa Hispanoamericana
This course studies Spanish American writers of the 20th century by emphasizing short stories and novels from the last 50 years. Uses literary texts to gain an understanding of Latino cultures, societies, and values. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 304 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 427 - Latin American Women Writers
This course focuses on reading and analyzing works from Latin American women writers. Examines fiction by and about women from varied sociocultural backgrounds to discover the diversity and the commonality of female experience in different geographical regions. Students examine the narrative strategies employed by these writers in interpreting social, political, cultural, and religious forces that create gender, class, and ethnic barriers in Latin American society. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 304 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 428 - La Literatura Afrolatina
Exposes students to noteworthy poems and narratives by such 20th century writers as Fortunato Vizcarrondo, Luis Pales Matos, Manuel del Cabral, Nicolas Guillen, Nancy Morejon, Ana Lydia Vega, Luis Rafael Sanchez, and Jose Luis Gonzalez. Examines the “Africana” of peoples from Ecuador to Venezuela, Colombia to Uruguay, and Cuba to Dominican Republic. Identifies the peoples and nations as a collective determination of diverse cultures that shape their identities socially, politically, and artistically. Taught in Spanish.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Prereq: SPAN 304 with a C- or better)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 4
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SPAN 495 - Special Topics
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SPAN 497 - Independent Study
Individual study of a particular aspect of the culture, language, or civilization of the Spanish-speaking world. A written proposal for the study/research must be approved in advance by the sponsoring faculty member and the program chair. Number of credits depends on the nature of the student’s academic goals and the consent of the faculty advisor.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SPAN 595 - Special Topics
Studies a particular topic relative to the Spanish language or Hispanic cultures. May be repeated for credit when topics vary.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SPAN 596 - Field Studies
Individualizes student placement for in-depth field study.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SPAN 597 - Independent Study
Individual study of a particular aspect of the culture, language, or civilization of the Spanish-speaking world. A written proposal for the study/research must be approved in advance by the sponsoring faculty member and the program chair. Number of credits depends on the nature of the student’s academic goals and the consent of the faculty advisor.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SPED 550 - Foundations/Practices for EdSp
This introductory course focuses on practical applications of teaching and assessing students with disabililties. Addresses eligibility and characteristics of exceptionalities, classroom behavior support, lesson plans, law, IEPs, assessment and instructional strategies for working with students with mild to severe disabilities in inclusive settings. Prerequisite for the Mild to Moderate and Moderate to Severe Education Specialist Credential Intern Programs.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPED 560 - Inclusionary Practices
This introductory course focuses on practical applications of teaching and assessing students with disabililties. Addresses eligibility and characteristics of exceptionalities, classroom behavior support, lesson plans, law, IEPs, assessment and instructional strategies for working with students with mild to severe disabilities in inclusive settings. Prerequisite for the Mild to Moderate and Moderate to Severe Education Specialist Credential Intern Programs.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPED 560S - InclusionPract w/Svc Learning
Usually taken with SPED 560 . When taken concurrently it applies towards the Master of Arts in Education.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1
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SPED 561 - Reading Diagnosis/Pref Prac for Students with Learning Challenges
Examines the fundamental structure of the English language and how to diagnose reading difficulties across the grades. Content covers analysis and assessment of reading problems for students with learning challenges and how to determine preferred practices using evidence-based programs and approaches. Required for students in the Mild to Moderate Program only. Course delivery options to include online, hybrid and face to face.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 3
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SPED 562 - Curr Dvlpmt/Pref Practices
Based on current research which introduces important contemporary issues, such as the relationship between identification, assessment, and program planning for students with mild to severe disabilities. Covers formal and informal assessment, instructional strategies, curriculum design, and modifications which are relevant, age-appropriate and structured to ensure student success and independence in general ed and other learner-centered environments. Includes both coursework and fieldwork.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPED 564 - Formal and Informal Assessment for Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities
Examines the role of assessment in curriculum and instruction for students with Mild to Moderate disabilities. The course ties assessment to preferred practices in order to meet the educational goals of the individual to ensure success. Includes both coursework and fieldwork. Required for the Mild to Moderate Credential Program only.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPED 565 - Supv Field Exp - General Ed
Provides prospective special educators with opportunities to investigate how general educators plan, implement, modify, and monitor instruction. Students reflect on preferred practices; study the Ca Standards for the Tchg Prof and the TPEs; analyze pedagogical skills appropriate to the core curriculum; and responsiveness to student needs and characteristics. To include online, hybrid and face to face. (This course may be waived with verif of Gen Ed Tchg Cred)
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 2
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SPED 566 - Behavior Intervention and Support
Introduction to the principles and application of behavior analysis with individuals with academic, social and/or behavioral needs. Includes both coursework and fieldwork. (Crosslisted with SPSY 566 )
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPED 567 - Initial Semester Seminar
Seminar course for candidates enrolled in the first semester practicum experience in either the Preliminary Mild to Moderate or Moderate to Severe credential program. Seminar topics include common first year experiences for special educators, mandatory reporting, parent and family perspectives, typical and atypical development, professional dispositions and approaches to teaching students with mild to severe disabilities. Includes both coursework and fieldwork.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Coreq: SPED 567A or SPED 567B )
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1-5
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SPED 567A - Initial Semester Practicum: Mild to Moderate
his field experience course is required for all candidates in the Preliminary Mild to Moderate Credential Program during their initial semester. This field experience requirement, along with the SPED 567 seminar, provides practical field experience opportunities teaching students with mild/moderate disabilities in K-12 public and non-public school settings. Additionally, the course provides candidates with knowledge of typical and atypical human development.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Coreq: SPED 567 )
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 5-10
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SPED 567B - Initial Semester Practicum: Moderate to Severe
This field experience course is required for all candidates in the Preliminary Moderate to Severe Credential Program during their initial semester. This field experience requirement, along with the SPED 567 seminar, provides practical field experience opportunities teaching students with moderate/severe disabilities in K-12 public and non-public school settings. Additionally, the course provides candidates with knowledge of typical and atypical human development.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): [Coreq: SPED 567 ]
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 5-10
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SPED 568 - Meth Cul/Ling Div Students with Disabilities
This course introduces and examines strategies that support students with disabilities from diverse populations. Candidates will explore the needs of minoritized populations. The students in focus are from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and/or emergent bilinguals with and without disabilities. The course goal is to prepare special educators to make effective pedagogical decisions when teaching students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and/or emergent bilinguals.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 3
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SPED 571 - Teaching and Assessing Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders
This course is designed to prepare teachers to teach students with Autism Spectrum Disorders in a variety of educational settings. Topics covered include implementing evidence-based practices to teach meaningful daily living, academic and vocational skills, policies and regulations regarding students with movement, mobility, sensory and specialized health care needs, supports for students with health care needs and issues in this field. Includes both coursework and fieldwork.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPED 574 - Formal and Informal Assessment for Students with Moderate to Sever Disabilities
Examines the role of assessment in curriculum and instruction for students with Mod/Sev Disabilities. Candidates interpret, communicate findings, and use assessment information considering the personal, cultural, linguistic, and educational background of the individual. The course ties assessment to instructional practices to meet the goals to ensure success at school, at home, and in the marketplace. Required for the Mod/Severe Ed Specialist program only. Includes both coursework and fieldwork.
Typically Offered: Spring term only
Units: 3
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SPED 577 - Final Semester Seminar
This final field experience seminar is required for all candidates during their final semester in the program. This course supplements the practical field experiences within the full range of service delivery options available for educating students with mild/mod or mod/severe disabilities in K-12 public and non-public school settings. Candidates also develop their Transition Plan for the Clear Credential. Includes both coursework and fieldwork.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Coreq: SPED 577A or SPED 577B )
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 1-5
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SPED 577A - Final Semester Practicum: Mild to Moderate
This field experience course is required for all candidates in the Preliminary Mild to Moderate Credential Program during their final semester. This field experience requirement, along with the SPED 577 seminar, provides practical field experience opportunities teaching students with mild/moderate disabilities in K-12 public and non-public school settings. Additionally, students begin to plan for their professional clear credential.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 8-12
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SPED 577B - Final Semester Practicum: Moderate to Severe
This field experience course is required for all candidates in the Preliminary Moderate to Severe Credential Program during their final semester. This field experience requirement, along with the SPED 577 seminar, provides practical field experience opportunities teaching students with moderate/severe disabilities in K-12 public and non-public school settings. Additionally, students begin to plan for their professional clear credential.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): (Coreq: SPED 577 )
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 8-12
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SPED 578 - Seminar in Behavior Analysis
This seminar focuses on in-depth practical experience in professional application of Applied Behavior Analysis. Students conduct case study projects working directly with K-12 students; developing and monitoring Behavior Intervention Plans; conducting experimental analyses related to intervention and instruction programs; and conducting data analysis procedures to monitor student progress. Includes both coursework and fieldwork.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 3
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SPED 579 - Professionalism and Supervision in Behavior Analysis
This course provides instruction in the ethical and professional conduct of behavior analysts, along with effective supervision and management approaches to overseeing others in the process of conducting assessment procedures and implementing intervention and instructional strategies derived from the field of behavior analysis. (Crosslisted with SPSY 579 )
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 3
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SPED 585 - Transition and Career Development
Provides the rationale for incorporating career education or academic training, vocational preparation, social skills instruction, and daily living skills into teaching practices from preschool to adult education so students in special education programs are prepared for adult life. Includes functional vocational assessment, service learning, transition practices, and self-advocacy. Includes both coursework and fieldwork.
Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Units: 3
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SPED 595 - Special Topics
Special topic courses study particular topics in field experiences. It provides practical experience teaching students with Mild/ Moderate or Moderate/ Severe disabilities in public and non-public school (K-12) settings.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-5
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SPED 597 - Independent Study
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1-6
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SPED 680 - Induction/Plan ProGrowth/Asst
Development, implementation, and evaluation of the Professional Level II Induction Plan. Course assists candidates in working collaboratively with their university supervisor and district support provider in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the Induction Plan through advising and support activities.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 1
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SPED 681 - Advanced Behavior Supports
Advanced instruction in the principles and application of behavior analysis with individuals with Mild/Moderate/Severe academic, social and/or behavioral needs. (Crosslist with SPSY 681 )
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 3
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SPED 682 - Adv Assessment/Curriculum for Children w Learning Challenges
Candidates demonstrate the ability to adapt general ed curric; use and eval a variety of group instruct strat; analyze student perform. data; and design, implement, and evaluate an instructional unit with sequences for effective teaching of concepts, rules, and strategies in any area. Each candidate demonstrates knowledge and skills in validated practices that maximize academic learning time, teacher-directed instruction, student success, and content coverage. Online, hybrid and face to face.
Typically Offered: Periodically offered
Units: 3
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