Upper Elementary Russian Syllabus
Each of our daily lessons is a comprehensive blend of listening, reading, grammar, conversation, and exercises. We place significant emphasis on listening, as understanding unadapted live speech is a crucial skill in foreign language learning. Equally, we prioritize speaking to ensure active language use. Our lessons utilize original materials, which are meticulously analyzed for vocabulary, grammar, and communicative situations. To facilitate comprehension, students are provided with preparatory materials for each class. Studying these resources in advance enables more active and effective participation during the lessons.
Week 1 - Opening Week
During this week, students will review essential Russian language basics, including grammatical gender, forming plural nouns and irregular forms, and verb conjugations for groups one and two. In speaking practice, we’ll focus on refining intonations crucial for everyday communication, as well as introducing yourself and sharing key details about your background, such as where you're from and your daily occupation.
Week 2 - Family, work, and hobbies
Week 2 focuses on topics such as family relationships, work, hobbies, and daily routines. Students will learn how to express themselves in conversations at a reception desk, discuss what they have or don’t have, talk about their daily activities, profession, and workplace, as well as describe the location of various objects. From a grammatical perspective, students will explore possessive pronouns and deepen their understanding of the Accusative, Prepositional, and Genitive cases.
Week 3 - Daily Routines
This week is designed to equip students with the tools to confidently navigate any daily routine while continuing to strengthen their grammar skills. By the end of the week, participants will be able to express their preferences, likes and dislikes, and hobbies, such as playing musical instruments and engaging in sports. Students will also learn the days of the week, the Accusative case, verb formations with -ся, and conjunctions to express reasons and effects. This combination of topics will further enhance their ability to communicate effectively in everyday situations.
Week 4 - Shopping and Everyday Transactions
This week focuses on essential vocabulary and phrases for discussing shopping, buying groceries, and talking about clothing. Students will practice using numbers from 20 to 100, work with adjectives in their various forms, and learn common expressions for interacting with cashiers. By the end of the week, learners will be able to confidently engage in conversations related to shopping, make purchases, and describe products using appropriate adjectives, enhancing their practical communication skills.
Week 5 - Russian Food, Travel, and Verbs of Motion
Week 5 focuses on Russian food culture, travel-related vocabulary, and verbs of motion. Learners will explore the use of the instrumental and dative cases in various contexts, including travel and everyday activities. The lesson also covers modal verbs, focusing on what learners are able to do and their skills. Key topics include expressing movement, discussing food preferences, and using modal verbs to describe abilities and permissions.