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851-0885-09L 2 Credits DS D-GESS

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Modern Greek Language I

Neugriechisch I

Lecturers & Examiners: Agni Rassidakis Kastrinidis

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Abstract

This course is the first part of a language course which runs over four semesters, covering levels A1 and A2 of the Global European Framework. Modern Greek Language I is designed for students who have no or very little command of Modern Greek.

Objective

Practice of oral communication and study of basic vocabulary and grammar; focus on noun and adjective structures, personal and possessive pronouns, verbs (Present Tense) and the use of adverbs. Initiation to web-based activities in Greek and enhancement of interest and activities in Greek language and culture.

Content

The course covers the areas work, home and personal interests; everyday situations and conversations in hotel, restaurant and shops; asking for the way and asking for advice; simple text materials, such as poems, songs and comics will support learning activities.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Keines

Literature

• The course book by D. Dimitra & M. Papacheimona, Ellinika tora 1+1 ( Greek now 1+1) units 1-6, Athens 2002, and workbook one, Tetradio Askiseon 1, have been ordered for the course members and are available at "Bücherladen der Stiftung Zentralstelle der Studentenschaft", Schönberggasse 2. • Web-based activities to support and enhance classroom teaching will be accessible via Moodle, an electronic platform offered by NET of ETHZ ( https://moodle-app1.net.ethz.ch/lms/login/index.php ). • Additional course materials and handouts will be distributed in class at a moderate fee of CHF 3.00. • A set of 1400 vocabulary cards for the entire coursebook (Ellinika tora 1+1) is available and can be ordered at the beginning of the semester.

General Information

Language: Greek
Levels: DS
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: graded semester performance

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
exercise	Neugriechisch I Kurs an der Uni Zürich Lehrveranstaltungsnummer: 2847 Ort: SOE F 12 Beginn: 16.9.08	Tue 16:15-18:00 Tue None-None Tue 16:15-18:00 Tue None-None	2 h weekly

Offered In

Compulsory Electives GESS
- Courses of D-GESS
  - History and Philosophy of Knowledge
    - Language Center ETH/Uni (Please be advised that your online-registration at the language centre has to be simultaneous ( ) as otherwise your registration for the course will not be valid. External guest auditors are requested to register directly at the language center)