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RUS 3111
Intermediate Intensive Russian 2
The second part of the complete intermediate level of Russian, this course introduces you to intermediate vocabulary, word formation,
and grammar, as well as intermediate-level Russian sentence structure. Emphasis is on the development of conversational proficiency,
and you will learn to use constructions common in discourse while being given the opportunity to practice the content conversationally
through teacher-student drills, question and answer sessions, and topically-oriented activities. Students are encouraged to ask questions
and interact with the instructor. (4)
Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of RUS 3110
RUS 3112
Intermediate Intensive Russian 3
This is the third part of the complete intermediate level of Russian, during which you will be provided with a conversational environment
in which you have an opportunity to practice vocabulary that covers everyday life and ministry situations. You will have the opportunity
to practice discussing in detail various intermediate-level topics necessary to function well in future life and ministry situations in
Russian-speaking countries. Course work includes written assignments, oral participation in discussions, Bible-related discussions, and
listening comprehension exercises. Course placement may be determined by an entrance exam for those students who may have the
proficiency for this course but have not completed the prerequisite. (4)
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in RUS 3110 and RUS 3111
RUS 3113
Intermediate Intensive Russian 4
This course includes the explanation of upper-intermediate to advanced vocabulary, with emphasis on word roots and morphology, and
advanced grammatical structures covering the more difficult grammatical aspects of Russian. You will have the opportunity to practice
new vocabulary and grammatical principles in various instructor-directed exercises, drills, and conversational activities. Course work
includes written assignments and oral participation and requires an ability to be completely immersed in Russian. (4)
Prerequisites: RUS
3112 and RUS 3210
RUS 3210
Proficiency in Russian 3
In this course you will be provided with a conversational environment in which you will have an opportunity to practice vocabulary which
covers everyday life and ministry situations. You will have the opportunity to practice discussing in detail various intermediate-level
topics necessary to function well in future life and ministry situations in Russian-speaking countries. Course work includes written
assignments, oral participation in discussions, Bible-related discussions, and listening comprehension exercises. Course placement may
be determined by an entrance exam for those students who may have the proficiency for this course but have not completed the
prerequisite. (4)
Prerequisites: Concurrent enrollment in or completion of RUS 3110
RUS 4300
Russian Civilization 1
In this course you will be provided with lectures on Russian history prior to 1856, and important aspects of Russian culture. Emphasis is
on the fundamental aspects of Russian culture, including the Orthodox church, collectivism, and the general formation of the Russian
worldview. You will participate in small group discussions and interact with the instructor. This course emphasizes the major historical
and cultural developments which have the greatest bearing upon work or ministry among Russian-speakers. Course work includes a
reading schedule, written assignments and projects, in-class participation in discussions, and mid-term and final examinations. (3)
RUS 4301
Russian Civilization 2
In this course you will be provided with lectures on Russian history from 1856 to the present day, with discussion of important aspects of
Russian cultural development, especially during the Soviet period. You will participate in small group discussions and interact with the
instructor. This course emphasizes the major historical and cultural developments of the Soviet era, and which have the greatest bearing
upon work or ministry among Russian speakers. Course work includes a reading schedule, written assignments and projects, in-class
participation in discussions, and mid-term and final examinations. Although this course has no prerequisites, completion of RUS 4300 is
recommended. (3)
Although this course has no p erequisit s, completion of RUS 4300 is recommended.
S
CIENCE
SCI 2313
Principles of Physical Science
In this course you will explore a general introduction to physics, chemistry, astronomy, and geology in order to gain a general
understanding of major fundamentals of each component discipline. (3)
SCI 2301
Principles of Physical Science Lab
This is a separate, three-hour lab session which is scheduled each week for students taking SCI 2313. (1)
S
OCIAL
S
TUDIES
SOS 3520
Social Studies in the Bible Curriculum
This is a study of the philosophical, historical, and sociological courses traditionally taught within the Bible department of a secondary
school. You will examine the content of three high school courses: Worldviews, Church History, and Family Life, and create a paradigm for
the development and presentation of social studies courses within the Bible curriculum. You will also focus on teaching strategies and
accurate instructional assessment, and will partner with public and private school Bible teachers, for reference and resource, to develop a
high school social studies course. (3)
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