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Persian
Elementary Persian I
Introduction to Persian language and culture. By the end of the semester, students will have an overview of Persian grammar and will able to read and converse in Persian at a basic level. Class activities include group discussions, skits, short stories, oral presentations, and comprehension and grammar drills. Class instruction is supplemented with other media such as movies and online Persian news media. Five classes. No credit is given for PER 101 unless followed by PER 102.
PER 101
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Elementary Persian II
Continuation of 101 with a greater emphasis on reading, writing, and comprehension. By the end of the semester, most instruction will be delivered in Persian, and students will be able to communicate comfortably using everyday language and read more elaborate prose. Class instruction is supplemented with other media such as movies and online Persian news media. Five classes.
PER 102
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Intermediate Persian I
An introduction to modern Persian prose and poetry. The course introduces advanced grammar while developing communication skills through the discussion of modern and classic novels, movies, and online Persian media (news, weblogs, etc). This class will be conducted mainly in Persian. Prerequisite: 102 or instructor's permission. Five classes.
PER 105
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Intermediate Persian II
Continuation of 105. Reading and discussion of selected works by major authors. This class will be conducted mainly in Persian. Five classes.
PER 107
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Introduction to Classical Persian Literature
An introduction to the language of classical Persian literature. Intensive reading and discussion of texts by major poets and writers from Rudaki to Hafez. Texts will vary from year to year. Prerequisite: 107 or instructor's permission. Three classes.
PER 301 LA
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Advanced Persian Reading I
Aimed at developing proficiency in reading and communication in Persian, using materials written for native speakers. Texts used include classical Persian novels, modern works, and Persian translations of classical Western works such as Le Petit Prince and Les Miserables. This class will be conducted entirely in Persian. Prerequisite: two years of Persian or instructor's permission. Two 90-minute classes.
PER 302
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Advanced Persian Reading II: Modern Persian Prose
Continuation of 302. This course is designed to improve students' proficiency in the reading and comprehension of a variety of Persian texts. Prerequisite: two years of Persian or instructor's permission. Two 90-minute classes.
PER 303
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Contemporary Persian Writers: Novels and Memoirs
The course will focus on the writings of some of the best known Iranian novelists of the past quarter of a century. Emphasis will be given to women writers. The course is designed to improve the students' proficiency in the reading and comprehension of Persian texts, with discussion in Persian.
PER 304 LA
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Advanced Persian: Iran through Film
This course will engage students thoughtfully with modern Iranian society and politics through documentaries. Each week, students will watch a documentary and prepare for a lively in-class discussion of the issues. Students will be heavily exposed to colloquial Persian.
PER 305 LA
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Contemporary Persian Poetry
Persian poetry, particularly notable for its evocative imagery and mataphors, is considered one of the most important forms of creative literature. This course on contemporary Person poetry will focus on the works published after World War II, particularly by well-known poets such as Ahmad Shamloo, Yadollah Royai, and Ali Babachahi. Emphasis will be on understanding the social and historical relevance of the works.
PER 400 LA