Monash University Handbook 2011 Undergraduate - Unit

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Notes

Synopsis

The unit continues to introduce more advanced linguistic phenomena of Modern Greek to students who have previously attended and successfully been examined on Modern Greek 1 (ATS1241/2010). It explores grammatical and syntactic structures suitable to the post-Beginners level, and explores the Modern Greek language and culture in greater depth.

Objectives

1. Expand on the understanding of Modern Greek grammar and syntax already taught in the first semester (ATS1241/2010)
2. Develop substantially the students' store of Modern Greek vocabulary
3. To be able to read more complex texts in Modern Greek
4. To advance their oral skills in Modern Greek and feel more confident in taking up conversations in Greek
5. To have a more thorough appreciation of Modern Greek society

Assessment

Written assignments: 20%
Classroom tests: 30%
Oral/aural tests: 20%
Examination (2 hours): 30%

Chief examiner(s)

Aleksandros Giannadakis

Contact hours

Two 1 hour lectures per week
Two 1 hour tutorials per week

This unit applies to the following area(s) of study

Modern Greek