Aims

Reading comprehension

Ability to read short adapted texts. Ability to find particular information in official setting (e.g. short advertisements, prospects, leaflets, time-tables etc.) Level A2 of " Common European Framework of Reference for Languages"
Listening comprehension

Individual : o Ability to comprehend oral speech on the following topics: about myself, my family, shopping, college life etc. Interactive :o Ability to understand the main message in the announcements. Level A2 of " Common European Framework of Reference for Languages"
Oral speech

Individual : o ability to use expressions to describe one's family, other people, their way of life and current activities. Interactive :o ability to communicate on familiar topics with simple exchange of information. Level A2 of " Common European Framework of Reference for Languages"



Written speech
o Ability to compose short messages (e.g. a post-card) and fill in a form. Level A1 of " Common European Framework of Reference for Languages"
Code

Acquisition of basic structures in Russian. Vocabulary extension and consolidation. The accent is placed on communication rather than on correction of mistakes. Though special attention is paid to correct pronunciation.

Main themes

The course envisages the development of linguistic competence required for RUSSIAN 1300 courses. Main topics for oral speech development: family life, entertainments, trips and voyages, college life etc. Structures and vocabulary are mastered through oral and written exercises. Oral exercises are designed to be done in the laboratory.

Content and teaching methods

RUSS1100 Elementary level

- 90 hours course/ 3 hours per week
- Basic vocabulary
- Elementary speaking skills
- Exercises in a language laboratory
- Essential grammar structures
- Supporting exercises
- Elementary reading skills

Professor : A. Zakharkevitch

Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)

Course designed for all MULT students and any volunteers course code RUSSIAN 1100

Workload

Hours : 90 incl. 30 in the laboratory.



Course materials

o Russian, elementary level. Methode 90 with 5 CD. Edition Pocket. o Russian through exercise. S.Khavronina. Editions de la Librairie du Globe. o CDs, cassettes audio and video ( available at C.A.A.)


Evaluation

o Continuous evaluation : a number of tests offered during an academic year are more informative rather than assessing. The mark given doesn't influence the general performance of a student. o Written and oral exam in June and August.

Other information

After passing an exam a student is awarded a certificate of l'ILV confirming acquisition of elementary level in Russian
Level A2 of " Common European Framework of Reference for Languages"

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