Russian, Beginning I, II, III

Fall 2011, Winter 2012 and Spring 2012 quarters

Faculty

Elena Smith Russian language

Fields of Study

language studies

Description

In this year-long sequence of courses you will learn how to decipher the mysterious-looking Cyrillic alphabet; read, write, and construct sentences; and eventually express yourself in Russian.  Constant exposure to the authentic Russian language, literature, history and culture will enable you to better understand Russian grammar, develop vocabulary, and improve your communication skills.  By spring quarter, you will have been exposed to advanced structures, grammar patterns, and vocabulary as well as various Russian idioms.  A variety of activities including staging skits, acting out true-to-life situations, viewing Russian films, and listening to a variety of Russian music will help you strengthen your comprehension skills and build the necessary confidence in using Russian.

Advertised Schedule

5:30-7:30p Tue/Thu

Campus Location

Olympia

Online Learning

No Required Online Learning

Books

Greener Store

Offered During

Day