Persian Reading and Writing for Persian-Speaking Students
[PERS_V 104]
Course Overview
This course is specifically designed for students who have some conversational ability in Persian but possess little or no literacy skills. By the end of the semester, students will be familiarized with the Persian alphabet and basic writing skills, enabling them to read and write connected paragraphs in Persian.
Course Details
Duration: 4 hours a week offered in Summers and Winter semesters every year.
Mon-Wed | 11:00-12:30 p.m. | Fri | 11:00 a.m.-12:00p.m.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: Either of the following
- No formal instruction in Persian (only basic conversational ability in Persian)
- The Permission of the instructor
Grade Breakdown
- Projects 30%
- Final Exam 20%
- Final interview 10%
- Homework 15%
- Quizzes 15%
- Participation and Attendance 10%
Key Topics
- Identity (Care of the Self): Developing personal narratives and family history.
- Care of Others: Writing about relationships within family and close communities.
- Care of Environment: Connecting with cultural and geographical spaces, through traditions, and memories.
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Persian Language Course Placement and Sequence Policy
Students must take Persian language courses in the correct sequence, based on their actual proficiency. While some pairs (e.g., PERS 200/201 or 300/301) may be taken in either order, students may not register for a lower-level course after completing a higher-level one (e.g., completing PERS 201 and then taking PERS 104 or 101).
Placement is required for most courses to ensure appropriate class placement. The Department of Asian Studies may withdraw students if their placement is inaccurate.
Enrolling out of sequence affects learning and placement integrity. Please consult the Persian language program or a placement advisor to find your correct starting point.