RUSS 111 - First-Year Russian I

Intensive treatment of elementary Russian grammar, with special emphasis on pronunciation, basic conversational ability, and thorough coverage of contrastive English-Russian grammar. Grammar instruction is supplemented with Russian-language cultural materials. Classroom activities include poetry readings, working with music videos, film, and internet clips

Unit(s): 1
Group Distribution Requirement(s): Distribution Group I - non-English Language
Instructional Method: Conference
Grading Mode: Letter grading (A-F)
Group Distribution Learning Outcome(s):

Use a language other than English to understand and convey meaning in spoken, written, or mediated contexts appropriate to the course level.
Analyze how meaning is constructed and negotiated in a language other than English by examining grammatical structures, discourse conventions, or communicative strategies in spoken and written contexts.