Class Hours: MWF (10:00-10:50); R (1:40-2:30)
Text: Russian for Everybody, Basic Russian, Голоса
Instructor: Dr. Kenneth Olson (rm. 101, tel. 357-3174 ext. 132)
Office Hours: MWF 8-9, 12-2; TR 10:15-11
Guided Study:
Room 101
This
introductory course will concentrate upon building a basic vocabulary and
acquiring a fundamental knowledge of Russian grammar. In so doing, we will
practice the four language skills: reading, writing, listening comprehension and
speaking. Classroom activities will include language drills, dictation,
translation exercises, language games and simple conversations. However, since
language transcends the somewhat abstract notions of grammar and syntax, and
because language is an integral part of culture, the Thursday class session
will be devoted to various aspects of Russian culture: history, geography, art,
etc.
Homework
assignments, consisting of written work and/or memorization of vocabulary, must
be completed by the next class meeting. Assignments turned in late will not be
accepted, except in the case of an excused absence. Active class participation,
especially with regard to oral exercises, is absolutely essential for the
attainment of language proficiency.
Daily
homework assignments, quizzes, dictation and active class participation will
count for one-third of the semester grade.
Examinations, given in the weeks of 15 Sep., 13 Oct., 3 Nov., 12 Jan., 9
Feb., 23 Mar., will count for one-third of the semester grade. The final
examination will count for one-third of the semester grade. The two semester
grades will then be averaged for the course grade. All exams are cumulative.
A=90%-100% B=80%-89% C=70%-79% D=below 70%
The
attendance policy as specified in the Academic Handbook applies here.
Additionally, any work missed as a result of unexcused absence or unexcused
tardiness will receive a grade of "0."