Advanced Russian Language and Culture (Prior to 2019 taught as SLAVIC 303-1: Modern Russian reading (303-1-1)
Instructors
Natalia Malinina
847/467-6478
1880 Campus Dr. (Kresge) Office 3225
Office Hours: Tuesdays 10:00-11:30 and by appointment
Meeting Info
Kresge Centennial Hall 2-435: Mon, Wed, Fri 11:00AM - 11:50AM
Overview of class
The course is the first part of a three-quarter sequence designed to push students to more advanced levels focusing on communication, cultural understanding, connections of Russian language and culture with other disciplines (such as history and sociology), as well as comparisons of Russian and American culture and language. It is a combined third- and fourth-year all skills Russian language and culture class. The course includes advanced topics in grammar, a focus on developing discussions and conversational skills and writing, and readings from a range of contemporary Russian writers. Topics come from contemporary Russian everyday society and culture (including gender, family life, work, recreation, museums, etc.) A project on Russian culture(museums, visual art, historical period, etc.) is an integrated part of the curriculum for this course.
Registration Requirements
Russian 303-1 is intended for students who have completed the RUSSIAN 302 series and/or the RUSSIAN 102 series.
Learning Objectives
The course aims to advance students' language and communication skills, as well as develop a deeper understanding of Russian culture. It enhances students' abilities to converse on a variety of topics and write in Russian, improving their translation and composition skills.
Class Materials (Required)
Textbook Mir Russkix: The World of the Russians (textbook and workbook), Kendall/Hunt publishers.