Armenian 1A: Introductory Armenian

Myrna Douzjian | TuTh 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | DWIN106

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.

Required Text: Practical Textbook of Western Armenian by Haroutiun Kurkjian (any edition), available online at Abrilbooks.com and Amazon, ASIN: B003IGI1P4.

All Eastern Armenian materials to be provided by instructor.

Prerequisite:  None.

Requirements: weekly homework (textbook exercises); five quizzes/unit projects; in-class journaling; class participation; take-home final exam