RUSS 1
Elementary Russian (First Quarter)
Course Description
This course focuses on the language and culture of Russia. Basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Russian are introduced and practiced within a cultural framework. The emphasis is on language as an expression of culture. Oral practice and conversations are performed based on an understanding of the language structures. Language laboratory practice is a part of the regular instruction to reinforce pronunciation, grammar, syntax, and simple conversation.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36591 | RUSS 1 | 40Z | M·W···· | 06:30 PM-08:45 PM | Larissa Chiriaeva | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-01-05 to 2026-03-27.
Footnote:
RUSS-001.-40Z: Fully ONLINE. This class meets each week on scheduled days and times as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382 . The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.
Class Materials
| Textbook/Material | Type | Required | Purchase | Rent | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | Used | New | Used | |||
| Troika Student Activities Manual W/Supersite Plus (3rd Edition) Troika ISBN: 9781669935810 | Textbook | Required | $182.50 | |||
| Troika 3e SSPlus(v) + wSAM(5M) (3rd Edition) Nummikoski ISBN: 9781669920830 | E-Book (150 days) | Recommended | $146.75 | |||
| Troika 3e Supersite Plus + wSAM(24M) (3rd Edition) Nummikoski ISBN: 9781669920878 | E-Book (730 days) | Recommended | $264.00 | |||
Lower prices may be available for textbooks or materials in certain courses, when purchased through the course site on Canvas. Your instructor will tell you if a lower price is available.
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
Course Details
- Units
- 5 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 5
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Advisory
- ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.