RUSS 104
Intermediate Russian II Spring 2018
Division I Exploring Diversity Initiative
This is not the current course catalog

This course continues to develop all five skills — listening comprehension, speaking, reading, writing, and culture by focusing on a range of topics related to contemporary Russia. Coursework includes the review and expansion of grammar topics, as well as a variety of authentic materials from Russian journalism, media, film and literature. In 2018, the course includes a springbreak trip to the Russian Federation, paid for by the College, during which students will activate their knowledge of the language, expand their oral skills and vocabulary, and conduct a study project. Students who complete RUSS 104 should be well prepared to undertake study abroad in Russia and are encouraged to do so. As an EDI course, RUSS 104 focuses on the relationship between language and culture, exploring how different linguistic contexts and practices arise from and contribute to cultural difference. Class is conducted in Russian.