Intensive Russian
Intensive Russian rapidly improves students' ability to speak and understand Russian by immersing them in active communication from the very first lesson. The large number of hours spent in the classroom (from 3 to 5 academic hours every day) means that students reach fluency in the minimum possible amount of time. The course is based on the main principle of intensive language instruction: a gradual but continual increase in the level of difficulty, with emphasis on mastering the most common constructions. An in-depth understanding of grammar and a wide active vocabulary are developed via structured learning and verbal drills. Students are also encouraged to read un-adapted Russian texts and develop their written Russian. Detailed course descriptions for each level are available upon request.
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| Course Goal: |
To rapidly integrate students into the Russian-speaking world via intensive study |
| Levels: |
Beginner through Advanced |
| Typical Timetable: |
From 15 to 20 academic hours per week, 4 or 5 days per week |
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General Russian
The aim of General Russian is to develop the practical skills needed to communicate effectively in a Russian-speaking environment, while simultaneously learning to understand the underlying structures of Russian grammar. Vocabulary work during the term is designed to help the student read Russian texts both with and without the help of a dictionary. Throughout the course, students work on their speaking, listening, reading, writing and grammar skills. Detailed course descriptions for each level are available upon request.
| Course Goal: |
To activate grammar knowledge via communication practice |
| Levels: |
Beginner through Advanced |
| Typical Timetable: |
From 6 to 12 academic hours per week, 2 to 4 days per week |
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Conversational Russian
Conversational Russian includes much of the same core language tuition of the General Russian course, but has a particular focus on the oral and aural elements of Russian. Language Link's teachers involve students in discussions and dialogues from the very first class, to build their confidence and fluency. It is thus ideal for those who wish to quickly master the practical communication skills vital for their stay in Russia. Although the course emphasizes the spoken word, correct grammatical constructions and writing skills are also studied in the context of conversational topics, and students learn about Russian customs, traditions and etiquette. Detailed course descriptions are available upon request.
| Course Goal: |
To enable students to communicate and converse competently in Russian. |
| Levels: |
Beginner through Advanced |
| Typical Timetable: |
From 6 to 12 academic hours per week, 2 to 4 days per week |
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