THE 1A-1B COURSE SEQUENCE BEGINS IN THE FALL TERM ONLY.

This course is for students who have no or very little previous knowledge of Armenian. Proficiency in the four language skills, listening, speaking, reading and writing is developed. Armenian is taught as one language. Both Western and Eastern Armenian speakers are accommodated. The commonalities are highlighted and the differences recognized and taught.

The course includes exploring Armenian culture, past and present. Teaching is adjusted in accordance with students’ individual needs, goals, and interests.

Texts [Tentative]:

Gayane Hagopyan, Armenian For Everyone, Yerevan Printing, Los Angeles, 2007, or the first edition of the same book by Caravan Books, Ann Arbor, 2005.

A good Armenian/English and English/Armenian dictionary

Prerequisite: None.