Elementary Urdu I

(4 Credits)

This course sequence is based on the integration of learning outcomes across Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational Modes of Communication. The emphasis is on the development of the literacy skills (reading and writing) and the aural skills (listening and speaking) through a variety of interactive class, small-group, and paired activities, project- and real life-based tasks. Learners gain familiarity with products, practices, and perspectives of the Urdu speaking communities and their cultures. Students learn basic grammar and vocabulary to meet functional performance goals at the Novice level and to build a foundation for continued language learning. During this course, students generally perform in the Novice range, although in the case of the Urdu heritage language learners, a few abilities may emerge in the Intermediate range especially in the aural skill. Read more.