Russian for Heritage Speakers II

3 credits · Undergraduate credit

This course is designed for students who have completed Russian 125 or speakers of Russian who have basic reading and writing skills. This course is a continuation of Russian 125, and is focused on more advanced usage of Russian. Students will work on improving their skills in creative writing, reading and grammar. An emphasis will be made on more complex Russian grammar, such as, verbs of motion, use of verbal aspect, and the Russian numerical system. Topics will include Russian history, education, relationships in Russian society, current events etc. The course will involve literary readings, discussing various cultural topics, and viewing and discussing Russian movies. The successful completion of this course satisfies the University of Michigan Language Requirement. Upon completion students may advance to fourth-year level Russian, and/or content courses in literature and area studies.