THIS COURSE IS OFFERED AS A DISTANCE LEARNING CLASS FOR STUDENTS AT OTHER UC CAMPUSES.

PLEASE CONTACT THE INSTRUCTOR FOR INFORMATION.

Three hours of language instruction per week. The course covers the basic elements of communicative competence in both receptive and productive skills. Information on Finnish culture, history etc. is integrated into the course. Homework utilizes new media, such as watching film clips and songs in addition to more traditional work. Expect to spend about three hours of work outside of class per week. There will be a comprehensive midterm and final exam. Additional practice is provided in the weekly Finnish Café, in Finnish film nights, etc.

Texts:

Sun suomi – Finnish for Beginners (Kristiina Kuparinen, Terhi Tapaninen, Karoliina Kuisma)

Otava, 2013. ISBN, 9511273515, 9789511273516

Prerequisites:  None.