Elementary Swahili I

4 credits · Undergraduate credit

This introductory-level course is designed for students with little or no previous study of Swahili (Kiswahili). Students develop their ability to communicate satisfactorily in Swahili in everyday practical situations as well as acquire some of the skills necessary for effective reading and writing. Using a variety of written and oral materials, the course focuses on the development of the four language skills necessary for interpersonal communication in Swahili: listening, writing, reading, and speaking.