Descriptions

GREE 001 - Intro to Modern Greek
The course introduces students to the language and culture of the Greek-speaking world in a variety of interactive ways.   Emphasis will be given on grammar and vocabulary fundamentals to develop basic communicative skills in Modern Greek through reading, writing, listening and speaking.   For students with little or no previous background in Greek.
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GREE 012 - Intensive First Level Modern Greek II
This course is designed for students with little or no previous background in Greek.  Intensive instruction in phonology and oral communication.  The fundamentals of grammar and the development of basic vocabulary are emphasized, along with an audiovisual introduction to Greek culture.
Credits: 6
Prerequisites: None
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GREE 112 - Intensive Second Level Modrern Greek II
This course is designed to develop students' ability to communicate in Modern Greek and to help them acquire the skills necessary to produce oral and written expression.  Grammar, vocabulary, listening and reading comprehension are included in the teaching.  Aspects of Greek culture will be introduced in reading passages.  More specifically, the general objective is for the students to be able to use the language in order to express their feelings and thoughts, to describe ordinary situations, to exchange information, to communicate about everyday events and to understand the present-day Greek culture.
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GREE 151 - Contempory Modern Greek Literature
The course offers an introduction to Modern Greek prose and poetry published since the 1930's.  It is based on readings (all in English) of works which have enjoyed critical or popular acclaim such as those by Seferis, Cavafy, Elytis and Kazantzakis.  We will explore the relationships which link the literary works with their historical context and with other literary works.  We will consider how these works relate to classical Greek literature, as well as to us and other works we are familiar with.  We will attempt to discover if the themes and questions they raise have an impact or illuminate our culture.  No knowledge of Greek is required.
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GREE 212 - Intensive Third Level Modern Greek II
This course focuses on mastering all requisite language skills while integrating some aspects of Greek culture, history and literature in fun and interactive ways!  Emphasis is put on expanding the vocabulary and developing conversational skills to prepare the students to enjoy discussions on a variety of topics with accuracy and fluency.  Class instruction is supplemented by weekly grammar review and conversation sessions.
Credits:5
Prerequisites: Gree-211 or permission of the instructor.
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GREE 312 - Media Greek/Advanced Writing
This course helps advanced Greek students further develop proficiency in the Modern Greek language through the use of contemporary media sources.  It is taught in Greek and uses newspapers, magazines, journals and other print media, as well as Greek TV and radio news and programs, videos and internet sources.  Extensive reading and listening for comprehension is required, along with oral presentations and discussion of topics related to current events, politics, economics, culture, social issues and the arts.  In addition to developing listening skills and practicing conversation, the class will include expository writing and reviews of Greek grammar.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Gree-212 or permission of the instructor.
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