Intermediate Persian II
| Module title | Intermediate Persian II |
|---|---|
| Module code | ARA2151 |
| Academic year | 2019/0 |
| Credits | 15 |
| Module staff | Mr Ali Mossadegh (Convenor) |
| Duration: Term | 1 | 2 | 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: Weeks | 11 |
| Number students taking module (anticipated) | 10 |
|---|
Module description
This module continues Elementary Persian I and II (ARA1013 and ARA1020; Intermediate Persian I, ARA2141): its pre-requisites). We concentrate on more complicated grammatical constructions and higher level textual readings. We also listen online to BBC and VOA Persian programmes for listening comprehension skills, in addition to weekly assignments, quizzes, etc. Exercises include: in-class translation of texts, dictation, Persian essay writing involving descriptions of pictures with in-class feedback, conversation on day-to-day social interactions and political affairs. Some more classical and modern Persian poetry is introduced and studied and around 120 pages of the textbook are covered.
Module aims - intentions of the module
This module aims to develop your skills in reading, writing and speaking Persian, continuing on from Intermediate Persian (ARA2141, In semester 1). The module has the specific aims of developing your knowledge of the Persian grammar, your Persian writing, reading, speaking and listening skills, your knowledge of Persian language and literature, through the reading of Intermediate level Persian texts; capacity to carry on conversations in Persian at Intermediate level; deeper understanding of the importance of the Persian language and civilization in the broader context of Islamic civilization and culture.
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 1. Demonstrate mastery of grasp of intermediate Persian grammar, read intermediate texts in Persian, and engage in intermediate level conversation in Persian
- 2. acquire a basic understanding of the importance of Persian language and civilisation in the broader context of Islamic civilisation and culture.
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 3. identify, describe and manipulate a range of linguistic forms and structures in reading, writing, and conversation, and to assimilate basic information about another culture.
- 4. discern different linguistic dialects based on listening to world news Persian TV programmes as well as grasp varieties of different regional accents
ILO: Personal and key skills
On successfully completing the module you will be able to...
- 5. Develop time management skills and conduct independent study, as well as to work in groups in conversation and text-based work.
- 6. demonstrate confidence in the use of a foreign language and use the language laboratory.
- 7. work independently, within a limited time frame, and without access to external sources, to complete a specified task.
Syllabus plan
Whilst the module’s precise content may vary from year to year, it is envisaged that the syllabus will cover some or all of the following topics:
- Intermediate Persian Grammar (oral and text-based study)
- Midterm exam
- Intermediate Persian Grammar (oral and text-based study)
- Review of entire class
- Final exam
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities | Guided independent study | Placement / study abroad |
|---|---|---|
| 44 | 106 | 0 |
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
| Category | Hours of study time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled Learning and Teaching activity | 44 | Teaching varies between lectures and (Persian->English) exercises done collectively by the whole class; Reading 1h/w Dictation 30 minutes/w Grammar 30 minutes/w Group exercise 1h/w Teaching new lesson 1h/w Conversation 1/w |
| Guided Independent Study | 106 | Private study at home, including take-home assignments per term, weekly dictation and handwriting practice, and text and vocabulary exercises Spelling Practice 22 hours Reading 16 h Easy writing 16 h Copy writing 16 h Grammar exercise 11 h Listening 22 h 3 h for other activities e.g. memorizing poem & etc. |
Formative assessment
| Form of assessment | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home-assignments, essay writing, graded dictation assignments and mid-term quiz | Roughly 15-30 minutes of class time per class and 90-120 minutes of homework time | 1-5 | Written feedback |
Summative assessment (% of credit)
| Coursework | Written exams | Practical exams |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | 65 | 20 |
Details of summative assessment
| Form of assessment | % of credit | Size of the assessment (eg length / duration) | ILOs assessed | Feedback method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various assignments: including dictation, homework, composition writing, take-home quizzes | 15 | 30 minutes of class time and 2-3 hours of homework time | 1-2 | Written feedback (on test papers which is discussed en masse in class) |
| Midterm quiz | 15 | 90 minutes | 1 | Written feedback |
| Oral Examination | 20 | 15 minutes (outside class) | 5 | Written and verbal |
| Examination | 50 | 2 hours | 1-3, 6, 7 | Written |
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
| Original form of assessment | Form of re-assessment | ILOs re-assessed | Timescale for re-assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Various assignments: including dictation, homework, composition writing, take-home quizzes | Examination (40 minutes; 15%) | 1-2 | August/September reassessment period |
| Midterm quiz | Quiz (15%) | 1 | Before the end of term 2. |
| Oral Examination | Oral Examination (20%) | 5 | Before the end of term 2. |
| Examination | Examination (50%; 2 hours) | 1-3, 6, 7 | August/September reassessment period |
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Basic reading:
Safar Moghaddam and Yadollah Samareh’s Persian Language Teaching: Elementary Course, Book II
Narguess Farzad, Modern Persian (London: 2004)
Anne Lambton, Persian Grammar (Cambridge University Press, 1953)
L. Elwell-Sutton, Elementary Persian Grammar (Cambridge University Press, 1963)
W. Windfur, Persian Grammar: The History and State of Its Study (Mouton, the Hague, 1979)
| Credit value | 15 |
|---|---|
| Module ECTS | 7.5 |
| Module pre-requisites | Intermediate Persian (ARA2141) or equivalent proficiency |
| Module co-requisites | None |
| NQF level (module) | 5 |
| Available as distance learning? | No |
| Origin date | 01/10/2010 |
| Last revision date | 14/06/2018 |
