Estonian Language

Lecturer: Veera Efremova – Teacher with more than 50 years of experience, an unrivaled master in teaching Estonian and Russian languages.

Course Purpose:

To improve the knowledge of the Estonian Language, develop writing, reading, listening and speaking skills. Motivate students to communicate in Estonian, use it in various situations, familiarize them with traditions and culture. Participants are placed in a particular group based on a placement test before enrollment.

Course Outline:

Preparation for the state examination in the Estonian Language for categories A1-B2. During the course, you obtain necessary language knowledge for the category by developing all skills (listening, reading, speaking, and writing). Important emphasis is placed on developing oral speech and utilizing various sources for language studying. Grammar is studied together with practice. The main emphasis is on developing communication skills. Active learning methods are used.

A1 (study program)

At the end of the course the student:

• understands and uses everyday expressions and very basic phrases to satisfy practical needs;
• can introduce themselves and others, ask and answer questions about personal details (where they live, people they know, etc.);
• can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.

A2 (study program)

At the end of the course the student:

• understands short sentences and expressions from everyday life;
• answers simple questions and directions;
• masters the initial knowledge of language and culture;
• uses initial training skills to learn the language of category B1;
• understands the most important information on a familiar topic.

B1 (study program)

At the end of the course the student:

• understands the most important information on a familiar topic;
• can describe events, dreams, and goals and briefly argue them, explain their position and plans;
• can compose small texts on a familiar topic;
• understands important information on a familiar topic, the main content of radio and television programs, and phone calls;
• is able to write simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest, describing experiences and impressions.

B2 (study program)

At the end of the course the student:

• understands the content and meaning of complex texts;
• can compose an abstract, review, conclusion;
• is able to present their opinion on a professional subject in writing and orally;
• can explain their point of view and identify strengths and weaknesses.

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