Course Overview

Our Russian Language course is designed to guide learners from beginner to advanced proficiency in Russian, focusing on developing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. The course emphasizes cultural understanding and practical language use through interactive lessons, practical exercises, and cultural immersion.

Beginner Level

Module 1: Introduction to Russian

Overview of the Russian language

• History and evolution of Russian
• Introduction to the Cyrillic alphabet and pronunciation

Basic pronunciation and phonetics

Greetings and introductions

Basic vocabulary (daily use items, family members, numbers)

Module 2: Basic Grammar and Sentence Structure

• Nouns and articles (gender and cases)
• Pronouns (subject pronouns)
• Present tense of regular verbs
• Formation of simple sentences
• Common phrases and expressions

Module 3: Everyday Communication

• Asking and answering questions
• Describing people, places, and things
• Talking about daily routines
• Shopping and dining out
• Role-playing simple scenarios

Module 4: Reading and Writing Practice

• Reading simple texts and dialogues
• Writing short sentences and paragraphs
• Introduction to basic punctuation
• Reading comprehension exercises

Intermediate Level

Module 5: Advanced Grammar Concepts

• Past tenses (imperfective and perfective aspects)
• Future tense
• Reflexive verbs
• Adjectives and adverbs
• Prepositions and conjunctions

Module 6: Enhanced Vocabulary and Usage

• Expanding vocabulary (occupations, hobbies, places)
• Idiomatic expressions
• Synonyms and antonyms
• Proverbs and their meanings

Module 7: Intermediate Conversational Skills

• Engaging in longer conversations
• Expressing opinions and preferences
• Making polite requests and offers
• Understanding and using different registers of language (formal/informal)

Module 8: Reading and Writing Skills

• Reading short stories and articles
• Writing short essays and letters
• Grammar and punctuation exercises
• Summarizing texts in Russian

Advanced Level

Module 9: Advanced Grammar and Composition

• Detailed study of advanced grammar rules
• Sentence transformation exercises
• Writing formal and informal letters
• Advanced reading comprehension

Module 10: Specialized Vocabulary

• Technical terms related to various fields (science, arts, business)
• Academic and professional Russian
• Industry-specific jargon

Module 11: Advanced Conversational Skills

• Debate and discussion practice
• Public speaking in Russian
• Understanding and using regional dialects
• Listening to speeches and news in Russian

Module 12: Literature and Culture

• Introduction to Russian literature: famous authors and works
• Reading and analyzing poems, stories, and essays
• Understanding cultural contexts and idiomatic expressions
• Exploring Russian cinema and music

Capstone Project

• Conducting a research project in Russian
• Writing a comprehensive report or essay
• Delivering a presentation in Russian
• Participating in a group discussion or debate

Additional Resources

• Recommended books and online resources
• Russian newspapers and magazines
• Language exchange partners and online communities

This syllabus provides a structured and comprehensive approach to learning Russian, ensuring learners develop a deep understanding of both the language and the culture.