Elementary Bangla-Bengali I

Catalog description

Introduces students to the Bangla language and script, building foundational skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing while preparing learners to reach ACTFL Novice High proficiency outcomes such as producing simple sentences on familiar topics, exchanging basic information, recognizing key details in short texts, and participating in everyday interactions using practiced language. Students begin speaking from day one and engage in communicative tasks like introducing themselves, talking about family, expressing likes and dislikes, asking for directions, ordering food, describing weather and routines, and navigating common real life scenarios through role plays and guided practice. Reading proficiency develops through work with the Bangla script, shop signs, short informational texts, and authentic materials, while writing proficiency grows through script practice, completing personal information forms, composing simple sentences, and writing short notes and descriptions. The course also supports a heritage learner pathway: students who speak or understand Bangla at home but have little or no literacy in the script often begin in BENGL 1121 , where they can strengthen their oral skills while building systematic reading, writing, and grammar foundations. Designed for true beginners and heritage learners without prior literacy experience.