LFU:online

Development of basic communicative language skills and (inter)cultural competences; appropriate use of basic grammatical structures; acquisition of core vocabulary; target language level: A1/A2

The Russian alphabet and sound system (correct pronunciation, intonation, palatalisation); development of basic reading, listening, writing and speaking skills; basic Russian grammar and vocabulary; (inter)cultural learning;

Interactive and media-based teaching; pair and group work activities; blended learning;

2 short mid-term tests and 1 end-term test; active participation in classroom activities, and homework assignments;

Coursebook and grammar book

Esmantova, T.L. "Pjat' elementov", volume 1 (A1): the coursebook can be purchased from the lecturer right at the beginning of term at a price of about 30 Euros;

In addition to that and for further practice it is recommended to buy the grammar book with answer key entitled "Russian grammar: rules, exercises, language usage" by Minakova-Boblest (about 30 Euro, it can be purchased online). This grammar book covers most grammatical topics dealt with in the course of the Bachelor's degree programme.

Further language learning materials will be provided on OLAT in the course of term.

no prior knowledge of Russian required (for beginners)

This course is also open to "Lehramt" students without any prior knowledge of Russian.