- Online
- $460
This course is designed for students who have completed a beginner Persian course or have equivalent foundational knowledge. It builds on your familiarity with the Persian sound and writing systems by introducing the second half of the Persian alphabet and further developing reading and writing skills. You will expand your knowledge of pronunciation patterns, core grammatical structures and common vocabulary while working with extended dialogues and short paragraphs. The course emphasizes sentence formation, communicative competence and cultural context.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- accurately recognize and pronounce Persian sounds
- identify and write the full Persian alphabet
- read and write short paragraphs
- use essential grammatical structures with increased confidence
- participate in more sustained conversations about daily activities and familiar topics
Expected effort
You can expect to spend about three hours per week attending live, virtual classes and completing course work on your own time.
Textbook
This course does not require the purchase of a textbook. Course materials are provided by the instructor.
Course format
This course is offered online.
Our online conversational courses offer a virtual classroom experience where you can see and interact with your teacher and classmates over Zoom. Log in at a set time to participate in individual, pair and group work, ask questions and receive feedback from your instructor.
Outside of class time, access course materials online at your own pace for up to three weeks after the course ends.
Learn more about online learning at UBC Extended Learning.
How am I assessed?
This is a non-credit course without letter or numerical grades. You receive verbal feedback on your conversation and grammar skills from your instructor during class. Written homework is typically corrected in class. Some lesson modules may include quizzes.
Record of completion
Students who have successfully completed a course can access completion documents two weeks after the course ends. Course completion means 80% attendance and/or 80% completion of mandatory assignments.
Technology requirements
For all languages classes, you'll need access to the internet, a personal email account and an up-to-date web browser.
For online classes, you will also need a video camera and a microphone on your device.
The day before your course starts, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access the course.