Students learn complex structural patterns, build up vocabulary, get acquainted with Andean culture and society, and develop conversation skills. Evaluation based on homework, quizzes, readings, and interviews. Improves conversation skills, builds up vocabulary, and heightens reading ability in Quechua. Students work with original, unedited texts as well as with edited, re-transcribed materials in Quechua literature. Reading materials inform students of Andean culture, history, and literature.
Students learn more accurate syntax, pragmatic ways of expression, and ways of thinking in Quechua.
Evaluation based on attendance, homework, exams, class activities. Two letters of recommendation from college or university professors. A detailed statement of purpose . All students participating in this program must have a valid passport. If you do not require University of Michigan credit, you should apply for the course directly through the Centro Bartolome de las Casas.