Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NNCS-5215
Organization's ID:
RUSS3321
Organization:
National Cryptologic University
Location:
Hybrid
Length:
1 week (40 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 2 Russian Language and Area Studies
Description

Objective:

Through Level 2+/3 readings, listening, research, classroom discussion and other creative activities, students will master their ability to formulate important questions, articulate a persuasive and well-structured historical argument, and develop in-depth knowledge of multiple regions, cultures, and the factors that have shaped modern Russia

Learning Outcomes:

  • identify and analyze specific information as it relates to inferences about history, culture, and human behavior in Ancient Russia
  • evaluate the key factors of major periods from the Ancient Slavs until Alexander Neviskiy’s fight against the Crusaders
  • identify the efficacy of the emergence of leaders and builders of a strong nation-state with the specific norms and values, including those related to political authority, marriage, and family relations
  • prepare to defend personal opinions on discussion topics
  • analyze reading and listening passages and evaluate contextual and implied meanings of texts and video clips related to the accomplishments of significant Russian leaders between IX-XIII centuries

General Topics:

  • Culture
  • Economy
  • Geography
  • Government
  • History
  • Politics
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Presentations

Minimum Passing Score:

80%
Supplemental Materials