Russian for Heritage Speakers I

3 credits · Undergraduate credit

This course is designed for "heritage speakers" of Russian, i.e. those who have a Russian background and may speak Russian at home, but have not studied the language formally. The course teaches basic reading and writing skills, as well as the development of conversational skills, emphasizing correct use of the language. Particular attention will be paid to spelling rules, basic Russian grammar, and enlarging active and passive vocabulary. The course will involve reading short Russian stories, discussing various cultural topics, and viewing and discussing Russian movies.