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The course gives a basic knowledge of Estonian pronunciation and grammar (morphology and syntax) and teaches vocabulary and structures needed in everyday conversation. The main approach of the course is communicative, with due attention to the development of the four skills of language acquisition: listening, speaking, reading and writing. Up-to-date textbooks, audio- and videotapes, as well as authentic materials (newspapers, schedules, advertisements, the Internet, etc.) will be employed to enhance language learning and provide cultural information.
Requirements:
Evaluation: There will be three exams (roughly following the material of every 5 chapters and the corresponding review section in the textbook). These exams will consist of a test written in class and an oral part. The three exams each give 15% of the final grade, cumulatively 45%. The rest will be made up of weekly tests/quizzes (20%), homework assignments and classroom participation (35%).
- M Written homework due
- T Vocabulary/ dictation quiz
- W Homework exercises, classroom practice
- Th Homework, classroom practice
- F Lesson quiz
Required reading:
Recommended reading/ Supplementary materials:
Dictionaries
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