Introduction to Hindi-Urdu Language and Culture I
HIUR 101
Fall 2021
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This course is an introduction to the modern standard form of Hindi-Urdu, the most widely spoken language in South Asia, with its manifestation in deeply rooted cultural contexts. Students are introduced to both writing systems: the Devanagari script of Hindi and the Nastaliq script of Urdu. The basic grammatical structures are presented and reinforced, and students are also exposed to the cultural and historical context in which Hindi-Urdu has existed over several centuries. The course also draws from the modern medium of film (in particular recent Bollywood songs) to reinforce structures and vocabulary.
The goal of this course is to provide students with a solid foundation in Hindi-Urdu grammar and vocabulary, as well as the cultural awareness and practical experience necessary for basic, yet accurate and appropriate, communication in spoken and written Hindi-Urdu. This course is designed to develop students' ability in the four skills of language learning. Students will learn to confidently navigate a range of common social and "survival" situations in Hindi-Urdu target cultures. Upon completing this course, students will have mastered the core constructions of Hindi-Urdu grammar and a large body of vocabulary and cultural knowledge necessary for many real-world interactions with Hindi-Urdu speakers.
Core objectives include: the development of communicative and interactional abilities in Hindi-Urdu on familiar topics related to daily activities; the development of analytical competence (analysis of language, critical thinking, etc.) and learner autonomy through linguistic analysis and reflection; and the development of sociocultural/intercultural awareness governing language use according to the appropriate target cultural norms. |
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| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
HA CGST |
| Course Format: Language | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (GSAS-MN)(GSAS) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: 90% or above |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Required Texts and Materials
1. Pien, Josh & Fauzia Farooqui. Beginning Urdu: A Complete Course. (Includes CD)
2. Masud, Timsal. Essential Urdu Dictionary.
3. Pien, J. & Farooqui, F. (2013). Beginning Hindi: A Complete Course. Georgetown University Press.
4. Jain, U. Introduction to Hindi Grammar. (1995)
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Examinations and Assignments:
Assignments
1. Homework
2. Oral presentations
3. Dialogue reading presentation
4. Self-assessment: Every day at the end of the class you are required to write at least five CAN DO statements. The next day you will present what you said you can do.
5. Blog: Write a blog about your feelings or interests. You can choose to write a story, poem, article, journal etc.
6. Exams
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Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
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| Instructor(s): FazaleHaq,Hafiz M Times: .M.W... 02:50PM-04:10PM; Location: FISK210; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 16 | | SR major: 0 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 9 | GRAD: X | SR non-major: 4 | JR non-major: 4 | SO: 4 | FR: 4 |
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