LA1PR1-IWLP Russian 1

Module Provider: Languages and Cultures
Number of credits: 20 [10 ECTS credits]
Level:4
Terms in which taught: Autumn / Spring / Summer module
Pre-requisites:
Non-modular pre-requisites:
Co-requisites:
Modules excluded: LA1PR2 IWLP Russian 2 LA1PR8 IWLP Russian 2 Bridge
Current from: 2022/3

Module Convenor: Dr Nigora Nasirova
Email: n.nasirova@reading.ac.uk

Type of module:

Summary module description:

This module is intended for students with no previous knowledge of the Russian language, it enables students to acquire a basic understanding of the language and the ability to communicate at survival level. It will also provide students with an insight into aspects of society and every-day life in Russian-speaking countries.

This module is taught at level 4 of the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications. Reading University allows students from any year to take this module. Students will identify and use relevant understanding, methods and skills to address problems that are well defined but complex and non- routine. In language learning this means acquiring knowledge of grammar and vocabulary, developing strategies for learning and practising the language in the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking, in order to communicate within defined situations while developing tools to enable students to respond to unexpected occurrences. Students will exercise autonomy and judgement by developing independent learning skills. They will gain understanding of different perspectives and cultural differences in approaching a variety of situations.

Support is given and adjustments are made for students with disabilities. However, IWLP language modules are communicative in nature and students are required to work in small groups.Ìý Also, students should be aware that spelling, grammar and sentence structure are assessed. In this respect the IWLP assessment is exempted from the University’s requirement to take specific learning difficulties into account when marking.Ìý For queries, contactÌýiwlp@reading.ac.uk.

Aims:

The module aims at providing students with:

• the ability to communicate in Russian at a survival level


• a competence in basic Russian grammar and vocabulary in order to communicate at a survival language


• an insight into aspects of society and everyday life in Russian-speaking countries

Assessable learning outcomes:

At the end of the module students will be able to:

• communicate in Russian at survival level about a selection of simple and predictable everyday topics;


• understand sympathetic native-speakers of Russian in the most frequently occurring social functions;


• read simple written texts on familiar, everyday matters, and obtain specific details about such matters from signs, notices etc.;


• write simple texts such as filling forms with personal information, or a letter describing personal habits and daily routines;


• recognise aspects of basic Russian grammar and to apply simple grammatical structures when speaking and writing about familiar, everyday matters;


• use a selection of basic Russian vocabulary in order to understand speakers and texts and communicate at a simple survival level.

Additional outcomes:

Students will also have:

• developed their ability to work in a team and to a deadline


• strengthened their communication skills


• identified aspects of society and every-day life in Russia


• deepened their intercultural awareness and sensitivity for a different culture


• developed their independent learning skills

Outline content:
The module will introduce the language and communicative situations of selected of areas of life relevant to visiting Russia and other Russian-speaking countries: personal information, family, food, accommodation, travel, etc. A solid linguistic foundation will be ensured by the study of grammar and vocabulary, always presented in context in an accessible and engaging way.

Global context:

IWLP language modules provide students with opportunities for intercultural learning, increased intercultural awareness and an appreciation of diversity which enable learners to make connections between their immediate context and the global context.

Brief description of teaching and learning methods:
Teaching methods are based on interactive language development tasks, such as group work and role playing, and include the study of short texts, oral development work and listening comprehension exercises. Learning activities are supported by various media such as audio, video and online resources. The module is taught as far as possible in the target language.

Summative assessment- Examinations:

Final Written exam (Reading and Writing): 40% (2 hours).

The examination for this module will require a narrowly defined time window and is likely to be held in a dedicated exam venue.

Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:

Autumn Term Week 11: Multi-part prtfolio 15%

Spring term week 11: Multi-part portfolio 15%Ìý Ìý

Summer term week 1-3: Oral exam 30% (maximum 15 minutes)Ìý

Formative assessment methods:

In order to consolidate and develop their language learning, students are encouraged to complete regular tasks – in class and outside – on which feedback is provided. Additional feedback, with opportunity for self-reflection and feedforward is provided in week 11 of the Autumn term, through tests and other tasks to be included in the Portfolio.Ìý

Penalties for late submission:

Assessment requirements for a pass:
40% overall for UG students, 50% overall for PGT students.

Reassessment arrangements:

.Re-sit in August/September examinations period on the basis of examination only (relative percentages: oral examination 40%, written paper 60%)

Additional Costs (specified where applicable):

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4. Printing and binding:Ìý


5. Computers and devices with a particular specification:Ìý


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Last updated: 22 September 2022