126-161 Russian Linguistics B

This subject builds on the knowledge students already have of Russian and introduces them to many of the main linguistic features of the modern language. It stresses both a theoretical knowledge of (Russian) linguistics as well as the practical application of that knowledge for the purposes of improving students' Russian. The following areas are covered: vocabulary and idiom (eg. loanwords, neologisms, proverbs); word formation (eg. prefixes, suffixes); prepositions and the cases they govern; syntax (eg. use of cases, use of aspects); phonetics and phonology.

• be able to study independently;

• be able to apply theoretical knowledge for practical purposes;

• be able to understand and use more effectively the structure of their own language.

Weekly assignments totalling 2000 words 50% and a 2-hour exam 50% (at the end of semester).