Russian 10

About the Course

Russian 10 is designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of the Russian language and the rich cultural history of the Slavic world. The curriculum focuses on mastering the Cyrillic alphabet and basic grammatical cases to enable simple but meaningful communication. Students will engage in topics including Russian family life, traditional folklore, geographical landmarks, and the history of Russian contributions to global science and literature.

You Will be Able to know:

By the end of this course, you will develop the ability to read and write in Cyrillic and handle basic conversational exchanges in Russian-speaking environments. You will be able to identify the unique cultural customs of Russian-speaking people and understand how they differ from Western perspectives.

• How to use the basic Russian case system, such as the prepositional and accusative, to describe locations and objects in a sentence.
• The cultural significance of Russian holidays, traditional dress, and the impact of the Russian diaspora on global artistic movements.
• Strategies for reading simplified Russian texts and identifying familiar words in authentic documents like menus and maps.
• Effective oral communication skills for greeting others, describing one's home and school, and expressing basic needs and preferences.

Prerequisite:

• Prerequisites: Completion of Russian 9
• Graduation Status: One of the Grade 10 elective options that contributes to Language credits
• Students who take Russian 10 are expected to have a basic comfort level with the Cyrillic script and introductory vocabulary from Russian 9. This course is a vital building block for students aiming to take Russian 11 and explore Slavic studies further.

Who Is This Course For?

• Russian 10 is an academic course specifically designed for students who are looking for a unique linguistic challenge and an introduction to a major world culture.
• It is intended for students who have successfully completed Russian 9 and wish to expand their literacy and verbal skills in a non-Roman alphabet.
• This course pathway is ideal for those interested in international relations, history, or science, and who want to broaden their post-secondary opportunities.