Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Fall 2020 - GRK 192 D900

Modern Greek for Beginners Level II (3)

Class Number: 6637

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 9 – Dec 8, 2020: Thu, 9:30–10:20 a.m.
    Burnaby

  • Exam Times + Location:

    Dec 19, 2020
    Sat, 7:00–10:00 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Prerequisites:

    GRK 191 or equivalent.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Basic introduction to the Greek language for students who have developed the necessary foundations from GRK 191. Continues to introduce basic grammar and students will develop their ability to interact in basic communicative events. Writing, speaking, and the cultural context of the language are also covered. Students with credit for GRK 160 or LANG 160 may not take this course for further credit.

COURSE DETAILS:

PLEASE NOTE: Course Delivery is online, with bi-weekly tutorials, Th., 9:30 - 10:30.

This course serves as an advanced introduction to Modern Greek language. It enables students to develop necessary skills in understanding – both when listening and reading Greek – expressions, short, simple dialogues and texts relating to ones’ self and their immediate surroundings (for example, people, places, names, notices). Each Unit includes four sections: Texts (with content relating to daily life tasks), Vocabulary (highlighting a range of useful expressions and words students can use in different occasions), Grammar (basic grammar rules and structures, with several examples) and Culture (references to ancient and modern Greece, monuments, figures, cultural production) offering opportunities to students for practising their skills (spoken interaction and production, writing). There is no textbook for this course. Other than this introduction, all the materials students need for learning Greek are available through the online platform Odysseas. The course curriculum and standards for language proficiency are based on the internationally recognized Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, teaching, assessment (CEFR), created by the Language Policy Programme of the Council of Europe. CEFR has set six competence levels for European languages such as Greek, starting with A1 for beginners. This course, together with GRK 191, cover level A1. Students should expect to dedicate approximately eight hours to the course, on a weekly basis, in order to familiarize themselves with the material and to complete online assignments. The course relies on self-regulated learning, granting students flexibility in acquiring competence-based skills in the Greek language, with the ongoing guidance and support of their tutor.

STUDENT SUITABILITY FOR THIS COURSE

Students who are unsure about their language level and suitabiltiy for the course should contact the instructor to arrange a placement test: dkotsovi@sfu.ca

Grading

  • Homework Assignments 20%
  • Participation 10%
  • Oral Exam 15%
  • Supervised Midterm Examination 25%
  • Supervised Final Examination 30%

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Delivery of this course will take place online; there are no texts required.


Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

TEACHING AT SFU IN FALL 2020

Teaching at SFU in fall 2020 will be conducted primarily through remote methods. There will be in-person course components in a few exceptional cases where this is fundamental to the educational goals of the course. Such course components will be clearly identified at registration, as will course components that will be “live” (synchronous) vs. at your own pace (asynchronous). Enrollment acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes. To ensure you can access all course materials, we recommend you have access to a computer with a microphone and camera, and the internet. In some cases your instructor may use Zoom or other means requiring a camera and microphone to invigilate exams. If proctoring software will be used, this will be confirmed in the first week of class.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112).