Survey of the First Indian Language - Bengali(L) 3600-7-IN1-WIJIB(L)
The classes aim to impart basic information about the grammar of the contemporary standard Bengali language (calit bhasa variety). The main topics include: the verb ach; the verb na; present simple tense; present continuous tense; future tense; perfect participle; compound verbs; imperfect participle; the comparison of adjectives; postpositions. Grammatical explanations are being introduced gradually, according to the level of difficulty.
Course coordinators
Type of course
Mode
Learning outcomes
K_W04
has basic knowledge in the range of theory of humanities (literary studies or linguistics or history) necessary to understand chosen cultural aspects
K_W12
has extensive knowledge of the Bengali language (its structure, history, script)
K_W13
is aware of the complex nature of the Bengali language, its place and significance in the cultural and historical context of South Asia
K_W14
is aware of the linguistic variety and its influence on the cultural and political situation of the world
K_U12
has a good command of the Bengali language at the elementary level
K_K04
can set appropriate goals and ways to achieve them in the context of academic, professional and social activity
K_K08
acts in aid of sharing and promoting cultural and linguistic heritage of South Asia
Assessment criteria
written examination
Bibliography
Elżbieta Walter, Gramatyka języka bengalskiego, Warszawa 2008.