Elements of Bangla-Bengali Language and Culture

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Introduces students to key aspects of Bengali culture—such as history, religion, festivals, food, arts, and contemporary social issues—while teaching essential survival phrases and foundational language skills. The course is ideal for students preparing for travel, study abroad, or research in Bangladesh or West Bengal, as well as heritage learners seeking structured cultural and linguistic exposure. Through brief readings, media clips, discussions, and reflective assignments, students gain a practical entry point into the Bangla language and the cultural diversity of the Bengal region.