Pashto (PASH)
PASH 0100 Elementary Pashto I
The first semester is focused on mastering the writing system, basic structures, and simple conversation using texts, writing samples, and numerous structure and dialogue drills.We remain within the present and future tenses only, developing vocabulary with lessons and discussions centered around greetings, family, weather, foods, and directions. Students use authentic online and textbook materials.
Fall
1 Course Unit
PASH 0200 Elementary Pashto II
The second semester covers more advanced structures with reinforcing drills, and begin reading longer texts of an assorted variety, mostly short stories and some news articles.The past tense is introduced, as well as longer more complex texts. Topics within simple simulated contexts (taxi, hotel, restaurant, food shopping, time, family). Short writing exercises and dictations are expected at this time, as well as simultaneous translations to and from Pashto.
Spring
Prerequisite: PASH 0100 OR PASH 5100
1 Course Unit
PASH 0300 Intermediate Pashto I
A more in-depth study of the Pashto language. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension are all stressed in this more advanced course which also builds on the grammer of beginning level.
Fall
Prerequisite: PASH 0200 OR PASH 5200
1 Course Unit
PASH 0400 Intermediate Pashto II
The second semester of intermediate study and a more in-depth study of the Pashto language. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension are all stressed in this more advanced course which also continues to build on grammer skills.
Two Term Class, Student must enter first term; credit given after both terms are complete
Prerequisite: PASH 0300 OR PASH 5300
1 Course Unit
PASH 1500 Advanced Pashto Readings
Advanced Pashtu Reading course for undergraduates.
Fall or Spring
1 Course Unit
PASH 5100 Elementary Pashto I
The first semester is focused on mastering the writing system, basic structures, and simple conversation using texts, writing samples, and numerous structure and dialogue drills.We remain within the present and future tenses only, developing vocabulary with lessons and discussions centered around greetings, family, weather, foods, and directions. Students use authentic online and textbook materials.
Fall
1 Course Unit
PASH 5200 Elementary Pashto II
The second semester covers more advanced structures with reinforcing drills, and begin reading longer texts of an assorted variety, mostly short stories and some news articles.The past tense is introduced, as well as longer more complex texts. Topics within simple simulated contexts (taxi, hotel, restaurant, food shopping, time, family). Short writing exercises and dictations are expected at this time, as well as simultaneous translations to and from Pashto.
Spring
1 Course Unit
PASH 5300 Intermediate Pashto I
A more in-depth study of the Pashto language. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension are all stressed in this more advanced course which also builds on the grammer of beginning level.
Fall
1 Course Unit
PASH 5400 Intermediate Pashto II
The second semester of intermediate study and a more in-depth study of the Pashto language. Reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension are all stressed in this more advanced course which also continues to build on grammer skills.
Two Term Class, Student must enter first term; credit given after both terms are complete
1 Course Unit
PASH 5500 Advanced Pashto Readings
Advanced Pashtu Reading course for graduate students.
Fall or Spring
1 Course Unit