RUSS 201 - Intermediate Russian I

Focuses on the study of Russian language and culture at the intermediate level. Students further their ability to communicate in Russian through an advanced consideration of cultural themes and a review of Russian grammar to support an increased focus on reading and composition. In-class work is supplemented by 10 hours of online homework. PREREQUISITE(S): RUSS 102 or consent of department. Three hours each week. Formerly RU 201.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Read and write in Russian at the intermediate level of proficiency, continuing work with the Cyrillic alphabets.
Apply advanced grammatical structures, such as complex verb forms, that support communication at the intermediate level of proficiency.
Compose descriptive, narrative, and expository pieces.
Express and appropriately employ more complex language functions in speech and in writing, including the following:
- a. expressing opinions
- b. analyzing oral and written discourse
- c. using appropriate language registers.
Demonstrate a heightened appreciation of Slavic cultures and cultural practices.
Consider authentic texts, both literary and popular.
Recognize and actively engage in appropriate sociolinguistic behaviors as these correspond to their increasing linguistic ability in Russian.
Engage in cultural activities outside of class.
Produce and present a group cultural project as an integral part of this class.
Produce and present a cultural project.

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