Добро пожаловать на Русский язык 200!
Welcome to Russian 200!

Professor: Kristin Bidoshi
Phone: 388-7105
E-Mail: bidoshik@union.edu

Описание курса (Course Description)

Welcome to second year Russian! This course is the first quarter of second year Russian. In Russian 100, 110 and 120 you learned basic language skills. This course is designed for students who have mastered basic language skills and have developed a good comprehension of Russian grammar. In this course, you will increase your knowledge of advance grammar topics, increase reading fluency, and improve your ability to understand spoken Russian. My goal is to help you develop a sense of the structure of the language through the aid of authentic materials and communicative exercises. While our focus is primarily on the Russian language, we will seek to relate language developments to literature and culture.   

Итоговый балл (Course Grades)

There will be 4 exams, some quizzes and a final exam. Class participation; including attendance, and written homework also figure into your final grade. The grades will be calculated based on the following percentages:

3 Chapter Exams (3 @ 20%) 60%

1 Final Exam (in-class) 25%

Quizzes and Class Participation 15%

Учебники (Readings)

The textbook for this class is:                         Live from Russia, Vol. 2
Workbook and Lab Manual, DVD

Контрольные работы (Exams)

This course will have 4 major examinations. These exams will test the student's speaking, reading and listening comprehension.

The three chapter exams are worth 60% of the overall grade (20 % each); the final exam is worth 25%.

Контрольная работа №1 (Часть 9) – 25 сентября (пятница)

Контрольная работа №2 (Часть 10) – 16 октября (пятница)

Контрольная работа №3 (Часть 11) – 6 ноября (пятница)

Итоговая контрольная работа (TBA)

*If this schedule needs to be changed, changes will be announced in class. There will be no make-ups, (except in the case of death in the family, military orders, or an excuse from your doctor showing that you are physically incapable of taking the exam). At the end of the quarter, your final percentage will determine your final grade, as follows:

93-100 A

78-79 C+

90-92 A-

73-77 C

88-89 B+

70-72 C-

83-87 B

68-69 D+

80-82 B-

65-67 D

 

64 & below = E

Посещаемость (attendance)

Because language skills must be developed through regular interaction in the language, class attendance is mandatory. I will keep a DAILY attendance record. If you miss more than three class periods, your final letter grade will be lowered by one full letter. (If you earn an A for the course but have missed four times, your final grade for the course will be lowered to a B.) In the event that you know in advance that you must miss a class, it makes good sense to tell me. You can always leave a phone message for me or contact me via e-mail BEFORE class.

Оценки

These grades are intended to encourage steady, consistent effort. Class attendance and diligence in completing homework assignments are the most important components of studying Russian. Experience shows that by putting in consistent effort, most students earn daily grades in the 90s and learn a lot of Russian in the process.

Домашняя работа

You will have required written homework every night as a way of cementing what's being done orally in class. You are responsible for your own learning. Do your homework nightly and be prepared to turn it in at the end of each class. Make every effort to keep up -- it's much easier than trying to catch up!

Минимум – 80 %

Language study is cumulative. If you do not know what is in Lesson #1, you really cannot go on to Lesson #2. (In contrast, you can open up a history text in the middle and start reading with relatively full comprehension). Thus, I consider 80% to be the minimum mastery level you should achieve to enable you to continue. Less than 80% puts you in the "C" range or below; while passing, it is not a very solid foundation to build on. So, if on a test you achieve less than 80%, you must see me during office hours to go over the mistakes you made on your test. This must be done prior to your taking the next test.

Русский стол

Russian Table will be meeting once a week (check the events page for current date and time). As you already know, attending Russian Table will give you an excellent opportunity to practice your Russian or talk about Russia with your Teaching Assistant, colleagues, and professors in an informal atmosphere. Please, be aware that if you attend Russian Table on a weekly basis, you will receive 3 points that will be directly counted toward your Unit exam grade.

Русский и Восточно-Европейский Клуб (Russian and East-European Club)

Russian Table is not the only place at Union College where you can learn a lot about Russian and Eastern European culture. Russian and East-European Club, run by students at Union College, will sponsor a number of exciting cultural events this academic year, such as showing Russian and Eastern European films, documentaries, and hosting celebrations of key Eastern European holidays. Participation in the club events is voluntary. However, if you wish to earn an extra credit that can be counted toward your final exam grade, you are advised to attend at least one club-sponsored event this term. Please, see me to find out more information about this extra credit.