23 courses with the subject RUS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Offers an introduction to basic Russian. Uses various methods of instruction that focus on the development of functional competence in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Provides comprehensive explanations of basic Russian grammar along with structural practice for building language accuracy. Lab access fee of $12 applies.
Prerequisite(s): Students need equivalent knowledge of RUS 1010 Offers a continuation of basic Russian. Uses various methods of instruction that focus on the development of functional competence in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Provides comprehensive explanations of basic Russian grammar along with structural practice for building language accuracy. Lab access fee of $12 applies.
Offers novice Russian speakers opportunities to enhance their speaking proficiency in the target language by focusing on oral verbal production. Teaches how to improve authentic pronunciation, reduce errors in authenticity of language structure, generate thought in the target language spontaneously as a substitute for translation, and sharpen listening comprehension for natural conversational flow. Contrasts with all other first year courses which must strive to produce mastery of the whole range of language acquisition components, including writing, grammar, etc. Facilitates lowering the affective filter when conversing in the target language by increasing the frequency of speech opportunities and defusing concern for such matters as spelling, etc. Increases mastery of lexical items through increased frequency of oral usage. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.
Explores current issues in Russian headlines. Explains cultural, historical, political and social factors that contribute to positions taken by current Russian leaders. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.
Prerequisite(s): Students need equivalent knowledge of RUS 1020 Offers a continuation of basic Russian. Reviews and builds additional skills from 1000-level language courses. Uses various methods of instruction that focus on the development of functional competence in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Introduces authentic texts and provides discussions based on reading. Provides comprehensive explanations of basic Russian grammar along with structural practice for building language accuracy. Lab access fee of $12 applies.
Prerequisite(s): Students need equivalent knowledge of RUS 2010 Completes the study of basic Russian. Reviews and builds further skills learned in previous courses. Uses various methods of instruction focusing on the development of interpretive, interpersonal, presentational, and intercultural communicative competence. Includes comprehensive explanations of basic Russian grammar along with structural practice for building language accuracy. Explores socio-cultural aspects of Russian-speaking society through diverse language materials and activities. Lab access fee of $12 applies.
Prerequisite(s): Students should have equivalent knowledge of RUS 1020 Offers lower division / novice Russian speakers opportunities to enhance their speaking proficiency in the target language by focusing on oral verbal production. Teaches how to improve authentic pronunciation, reduce errors in authenticity of language structure, generate thought in the target language spontaneously as a substitute for translation, sharpen listening comprehension, and develop conversational strategies such as circumlocution and managing a conversation with useful expressions for starting a conversation, gaining time to think, helping the other speaker, seeking agreement, etc. Contrasts with all other first year courses which must strive to produce mastery of the whole range of language acquisition components, including writing, grammar, etc. Facilitates lowering the affective filter when conversing in the target language by increasing the frequency of speech opportunities and defusing concern for such matters as spelling, etc. Increases mastery of lexical items through increased frequency of oral usage. May be repeated for a maximum of 3 credits toward graduation.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1005 Studies Russian culture (988-1900) within a historical, cultural, thematic, and aesthetic context.
Prerequisite(s): (RUS 2020G or instructor approval) and University Advanced Standing Emphasizes production skills [speaking and writing], reviews and expands lexical depth and advances mastery of Russian grammar. Examines contemporary Russian culture topics through studying a variety of Russian sources: readings, film, lecture, individual research, etc. Analyzes topics through active class discussion in Russian. Conducted entirely in Russian.
Prerequisite(s): (RUS 2020G or instructor approval) and University Advanced Standing Explores communicative skills in Russian. Provides opportunity for students to improve language production through extensive oral and written instruction and study of selected literary and cultural texts. Advances mastery of Russian grammar while emphasizing production skills of speaking and writing. Prepares students to participate fully in subsequent advanced courses. All course work conducted in Russian.
Prerequisite(s): It is recommended that students have either taken RUS 2020G, had at least one year residency in a Russian-speaking country, or instructor approval Designed for non-native Russian speakers, who, as a result of foreign residency or similar exposure to the language, have attained a fairly good mastery of basic Russian. Targets major grammatical concepts with a focus on oral proficiency development. Overviews Russian culture and gives an introduction to Russian literature. Lab access fee of $12 applies.
Prerequisite(s): Russian NEWL language exam score of 3 or higher, with exam taken in grade 9-11 Explores historical, cultural and environmental issues essential to understanding ourselves and the peoples of Russia. Prepares students to communicate in detail about events and experiences in various time frames. Addresses handling routine and spontaneous communicative situations. Requires students to share points of view about complex cultural and historical issues in the context of an imaginary journey across Russia. Part of the state-wide DLI Bridge Program and available only to students in that program and will be taught only in high schools and for high school students. Not to be taught on college campus for university students.
Prerequisite(s): Russian NEWL language exam score of 3 or higher, with exam taken in grade 9-11 Investigates the role of Moscow and St. Petersburg, the twin capitals of Russia, in constructing "Russianness" through themes including art, architecture, literature, music, folklore, and cinematography. Explores events and experiences, even cultural products, in various time frames. Requires reading, viewing, and analysis of authentic texts, both spoken and in writing. Part of the state-wide DLI Bridge Program and available only to students in that program and will be taught only in high schools and for high school students. Not to be taught on college campus for university students.
Prerequisite(s): RUS 3050 and University Advanced Standing Teaches Russian business terminology and prepares students to take the Business Russian Proficiency Tests sponsored by the Russian Chamber of Commerce.
Prerequisite(s): (RUS 3050 or equivalent) and University Advanced Standing Explores chronologically the evolution and development of Russia, and a multitude of aspects that construct Russian national identity. Provides an opportunity for students to acquire an understanding of contemporary issues, including the cultural and economic development of Russia. Presentations and class instructions conducted entirely in Russian.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing Introduces Russian Realist literature from 1800 and explores how these classic texts have been adapted for film. Emphasizes literary and film analysis and criticism, explores literary history, develops skills in interpreting literary and filmic texts, and deepens understanding of Russian culture. All coursework conducted in English with select readings in Russian upon request.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2010 and University Advanced Standing Explores the main Russian cultural influences of the 20th century. Examines the cultural, social and political movements developed from roughly 1880-1999 and considers the main figures who embody these movements. Focuses on individuals who exemplify cultural achievements in their given field or sphere of influence. Requires a research paper that focuses on an individual who contributed to the 20th century cultural milieu. Taught in English.
Prerequisite(s): (ENGL 1010 or ENGL 1005) and University Advanced Standing Studies Russian cinema within the historical, cultural, thematic, and aesthetic context.
Prerequisite(s): [(RUS 3030 and RUS 3040) or RUS 3050] and University Advanced Standing Reviews Russian grammar focusing on problem areas. Explores grammar as deployed in different genres. Emphasizes writing in different styles. Identifies styles in readings and compose according to certain styles.
Prerequisite(s): (RUS 3050 or equivalent) and University Advanced Standing Introduces translation as a discipline. Develops the special skills needed for translating and interpreting, and to achieve mastery of the contemporary spoken and written language. Discusses basic theory, principles and tools of translation. Employs the tools of translation: dictionaries, glossaries, grammars and computerized resources. Focuses on the extensive practice of translation and interpretation from English to Russian and from Russian to English.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2010 and University Advanced Standing Examines visual media with special attention paid to the embedded cultural discourse that can only be understood with references to Russian history, language, and cultural identity. Explores Russia's depiction of and relationship with its past, present and future. Explores certain questions about visual media in contemporary Russian society: the function of cinema in the new Russia; how cinema offers what reality cannot -- a goal for people to live up to at a time when politics and ideology fail to provide direction; how cinema articulates the reality of contemporary Russian life.
Prerequisite(s): University Advanced Standing Examines the social, political and cultural institutions that have informed the evolution of contemporary Russia following the collapse of the Soviet Union.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2010 and University Advanced Standing Explores a variety of subjects relevant to the study of Russian language, literature and culture. Engages students in critical analysis and discourse. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits toward graduation.
Source: Utah Valley University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
