I am inviting you to participate in "Mastering Russian in Kazakhstan" program for a group of 6 high intermediate to advanced Russian-language learners. We will travel to the beautiful city of Almaty, the capital of Kazakhstan, and study the country's history and culture in Russian while exploring the city and the coutryside. Write to me at [email protected] to inquire about program participation.
Program Structure:
The administrative side of this program is very simple. We each make our own travel arrangements to and from Almaty and find our own accommodations in the city close to each other. I encourage participants to live in pairs; this works really well in terms of immersion in Russian, as well as daily support and companionship. I will rent a beautiful apartment in the heart of Almaty, and we will gather there for three hours each day to have our seminar-style classes, some days in the mornings, and some days in the afternoons depending on our cultural program that day. We will speak only Russian in class meetings and on out of class outings.
In terms of course content, we will be reading and talking about Kazakhstan and its people in Russian, trying to figure out what is at the heart of this place and how it changed over time. Our "classroom" learning will be enriched by our experiences in the city and the region, so that by the end of the program you will find that you not only speak Russian more fluently, but have come closer to understanding the culture that just two weeks ago was foreign to you. An additional bonus -- you will make great friends who share your passion for travel, adventure, and Russian language.
Logistics:
Application:
Details:
Location: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Dates: Monday, August 4 to Friday, August 15
Cost: $1000 tuition
Requirements: High intermediate to advanced Russian language proficiency
Visas: Americans don't need visas to Kazakhstan if staying for less than 30 days
Flights: Students will book their own flights
Accommodations: Students will book their own Airbnb or hotel accommodations
Trips and meals: Excursions, trips, and meals are not included in the price
Inquiries: [email protected]
Program Structure:
The administrative side of this program is very simple. We each make our own travel arrangements to and from Almaty and find our own accommodations in the city close to each other. I encourage participants to live in pairs; this works really well in terms of immersion in Russian, as well as daily support and companionship. I will rent a beautiful apartment in the heart of Almaty, and we will gather there for three hours each day to have our seminar-style classes, some days in the mornings, and some days in the afternoons depending on our cultural program that day. We will speak only Russian in class meetings and on out of class outings.
In terms of course content, we will be reading and talking about Kazakhstan and its people in Russian, trying to figure out what is at the heart of this place and how it changed over time. Our "classroom" learning will be enriched by our experiences in the city and the region, so that by the end of the program you will find that you not only speak Russian more fluently, but have come closer to understanding the culture that just two weeks ago was foreign to you. An additional bonus -- you will make great friends who share your passion for travel, adventure, and Russian language.
Logistics:
- Classes will run from Monday, August 4 to Friday, August 15.
- You will have some reading and thinking (and a little bit of writing) homework every day.
- I will send you the course reading materials several weeks before the trip so that you can become familiar with the content and the level of difficulty.
- I wil do some planning of cultural activities and trips, and we will decide together what and when we want to do.
- You will have some of time to explore the city on your own.
Application:
- If you’d like to participate in this adventure, write to me at [email protected] and share a bit about your experience speaking Russian, ask any questions, and make any special requests and wishes for the program.
- If you are unsure of your proficiency level, we will schedule an informal phone conversation to determine it.
- If you know somebody who might like to participate in the program, spread the word.
Details:
Location: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Dates: Monday, August 4 to Friday, August 15
Cost: $1000 tuition
Requirements: High intermediate to advanced Russian language proficiency
Visas: Americans don't need visas to Kazakhstan if staying for less than 30 days
Flights: Students will book their own flights
Accommodations: Students will book their own Airbnb or hotel accommodations
Trips and meals: Excursions, trips, and meals are not included in the price
Inquiries: [email protected]
