Intermediate Russian (102-2-20)
Topic
Continuing the Journey: A Modern Russian Experienc
Instructors
Natalia Malinina
847/467-6478
1880 Campus Dr. (Kresge) Office 3225
Office Hours: Tuesdays 10:00-11:30 and by appointment
Meeting Info
University Library 3370: Mon, Wed, Fri 1:00PM - 1:50PM
Overview of class
This is the second part in a three-quarter sequence focusing on modern Russian language and culture. Students build their vocabulary and further develop all language skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. We will work with a modern blended textbook and a variety of authentic materials. Most of the class time is devoted to practice in conversation, role-play, and discussions. This course is a firm foundation for more advanced courses, as well as great preparation for students going abroad. In addition to learning about Russian culture in daily life, students will explore Russian literature and art, and a professional guide will take them on a virtual tour of the most popular places in Russia.
By the end of the year students are expected to advance to the Intermediate Low/Intermediate Mid proficiency level (ACTFL scale)."
Registration Requirements
RUSSIAN 102-1 or equivalent.
Learning Objectives
"By the end of this quarter, students will be able to:
• Maintain a conversation and participate in discussions on the following topics: romantic relationships, dating, and family problems in Russia and the USA; people's looks, emotional states, and clothing styles in different situations.
• Talk about themselves, describe their own and other people's appearance and favorite clothes in detail (using extensive vocabulary, appropriate constructions, and cases).
• Compare people's clothing styles in USA and Russia.
• Find relevant information in Russian on the studied topics using Russian media sources and search engines.
• Read and comprehend short literary texts in Russian (e.g., Anton Chekhov's stories).
• Describe Russian paintings (e.g., "Portrait of Leo Tolstoy" by Ilya Repin)."
Class Materials (Required)
Etazhi: Second Year Russian Language and Culture / Evgeny Dengub and Susanna Nazarova, Georgetown University Press, 2021| ISBN 9781647121150 (paperback) | ISBN 9781647121167 (ebook)