Modern Greek undergraduate modules
| Semester | Autumn | Spring |
|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 | MLT117: Greek Beginners A (10 credits) | MLT118: Greek Beginners B (10 credits) |
Aims
To provide a basic grounding in practical language skills. Use of ICT is encouraged
Outcomes
On completing the course, students should be able to:
- Perform straightforward reading and writing tasks - e.g. understand simple notices and instructions.
- Give information on topics such as family, home, studies.
- Express likes, dislikes and preferences
- Accomplish tasks to include shopping, ordering food and drink
- Read simple texts and obtain factual information
- Produce written information to deal with routine daily activities
Methods & Materials
Formal teaching will be supplemented by more informal group and pair work. In addition to the
course book, students may require a dictionary and appropriate reference books.
Assessment
All four skills will be assessed over the year. In addition, students must complete, and hand in, a
record of independent study, showing at least 8 items. In order to achieve a pass grade, both tests
must be taken in each semester. In order to achieve a grade higher than a pass, the independent
study record must be completed and handed in.