BEGINNER LEVEL INDIGENOUS LANGUAGE

AMERIND/LINGUIS 371

Overview of native languages of North America, including topics such as history, distribution, diversity, government policy, language endangerment, elaboration of cultural domains, language and worldview, speech styles, language structure (phonology, morphology, grammatical categories), performance (narrative, song), writing systems.

AMERIND 304

Focus on proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing of an Indigenous language. Includes exploration of cultural practices and values through the study of oral and written narrative.

AMERIND 301

Introduction to the Ojibwe language, spoken and written, with emphasis on oral tradition and extensive study of grammar.

AMERIND 404

Build on intermediate skills of a specific indigenous language. Increased focus on developing conversational skills. Requires completion ofAMER IND 403in the same language.

AMERIND 403

Build on elementary skills of a specific indigenous language. Advanced grammar and syntax; advanced conversation and composition; cultural background of Indigenous people speaking the language through reading of stories, histories and cultural exploration. Requires completion ofAMER IND 304in the same language.