This course is a continuation of Tamil 114. Students with prior knowledge of Tamil may also join this course. See the instructor for placement. This course is designed to develop further skills in speaking and writing as well as increase their proficiency in reading and comprehension. A standard textbook is used, supplemented by HyperCard Tamil software consisting of a sequence of graded dialogues chosen from daily conversations and Tamil movies.
Evaluation is based on classroom performance, homework assignments, tests, and a final exam.
South and Southeast Asia 405 is the fifth term in the sequence of courses offered in Hindi-Urdu. Meeting three times a week, the course is intended to further students skills in speaking and aural comprehension as well as increase their proficiency in reading and writing both Hindi and, for those interested, Urdu. Students with prior knowledge of Hindi-Urdu may be able to join the sequence at this point. See the instructor for placement. This course is designed to develop students skills in speaking and writing contemporary Tamil, as well as providing an exposure to Tamil poetry from Sangam to the modern period.