Course code Valo2056
Credit points 2
Latvian Language II
Total Hours in Course80
Number of hours for seminars and practical classes32
Independent study hours48
Date of course confirmation04.03.2021
Responsible UnitLanguage Centre
Course developers
Izglītības un mājsaimniecības institūts
Iveta Līce-Zikmane
Dr. paed.
Valodu centrs
Inese Ozola
Dr. philol.
Prior knowledge
Valo1053, Latvian Language I
Course abstract
The aim of the study course is to develop Latvian communication skills of the students so that they are able to speak and understand simple monologues and dialogues on everyday topics. The interactive language learning method is used, all four language skills (listening, reading, speaking, writing) are developed; the vocabulary learning is based on social and personal issues simultaneously providing elementary knowledge of grammar and pronunciation. The language proficiency level corresponds to A2 (CEFR).
Learning outcomes and their assessment
Students have acquired terms, reading and use skills in the following areas:
-shopping habits, seasons, university studies, dialogues (Test No. 1);
- man, animals, their well-being (Test No. 2);
- free time, hobby, culture, music, visiting, sports.
Students are able to perceive the main idea in short texts. Able to engage in short conversations about yourself, shopping, and university studies. Can write short information.
Competence – students have the Latvian language proficiency level relevant to A1 (CERF). Linguistic competence is sufficient to understand and use simple expressions and elementary phrases for providing specific needs in everyday life, academic environment and in relation to the future profession.
The assessment according to the 10 point scale.
Course Content(Calendar)
1. Introduction. Shopping habits. Goods and services. 2ha
2. Seasons and Time in Latvia. The cases of noun.2ha
3. University studies. Reading the text with understanding.2ha
4. Reflexive verbs. Questions and answers.2ha
5. Conversations. Dialogue creation. Test 1.2ha
6. Man. Diseases. Word formation.2ha
7. Animal world. Domestic and wild animals. 2ha
8. Animal welfare and care. Test 2. 2ha
9. Conversations. Dialogues, interviews, questions. The verb conjugation.2ha
10. Riga, the capital of Latvia. Use of prepositions with accusative.2ha
11. Free time and hobbies. Lexis. Use of prepositions with dative. 2ha
12. Cultural events. Music. Concerts. Use of prepositions with genitive.2ha
13. Visiting. The tradition of giving a village bribe. Test 3.2ha
14. Legend of Lāčplēsis. Narrative. Conversations.2ha
15. Types of sports. Sports activities. Repetition of the study course.2ha
16. Final examination work.2ha
Requirements for awarding credit points
Assessment: Test (with mark).
It is made up of cumulative assessment. Active work in classes, successfully written three tests, included homework. The number of the missed classes shall not exceed 20%.
Description of the organization and tasks of students’ independent work
Home-work done according to requirements.
Criteria for Evaluating Learning Outcomes
The cumulative assessment is composed of the grades in tests and activity in classes. Homework should be a positive evaluation.
Compulsory reading
1.Angļu - latviešu vārdnīca (2007). 5. izdevums. Cēsis, Design & Printing Services
2.Auziņa E. Berķe M., Lazarea A., Šalme A. (2014). A1 Laipa. Latviešu valoda Mācību grāmata. Rīga, LVA.
3.A1 Laipa. Interaktīvs mācību līdzeklis latviešu valodas apguvei. Pieejams: http://maciunmacies.valoda.lv/images/speles/Laipa/index.html
4.Atvērsim vārtus. Mācību grāmata A1 (2014). Rīga, LVA
5.Atvērsim vārtus. Interaktīvs mācību līdzeklis latviešu valodas apguvei. Pieejams: http://maciunmacies.valoda.lv/images/speles/AtversimVartus/Pamats.htm
6.Māci un mācies latviešu valodu. E-nodarbības. Pieejams: http://maciunmacies.valoda.lv/valodas-apguve/e-nodarbibas#tab2
Further reading
1.Dumpe D. (2013). Latvian in Three Months. Rīga, Zvaigzne ABC.
2.Latviešu – angļu valodas vārdnīca. Letonika.lv. Pieejams: https://www.letonika.lv/groups/default.aspx?g=2&r=10621033
3.Latviešu valodas apguve internetā. Pieejams: http://www.sazinastilts.lv/
4.Svarinska A. (2003). Latviešu valoda 25 nodarbībām. Latvian in 25 lessons. Rīga, Zvaigzne
Periodicals and other sources
1.Interaktīvs līdzeklis iesācējiem "Ko Tu teici?". Pieejams: http://valoda.ailab.lv/latval/iesacejiem/
2.Latviešu - angļu valodas vārdnīca internetā. Pieejams: http://www.sazinastilts.lv/language-learning/vocabulary/
Notes
The course is included in the list of optional courses for English students.