This course introduces students to the basics of speaking, listening, reading, and writing in Swahili. Instruction is mixed English and Swahili. Emphasis is placed on developing student ability to create and to communicate with basic structures and vocabulary in a culturally and socially appropriate context. Speaking and listening abilities are developed through oral exercises, class discussions, and recordings available from Berkeley Language Center. Reading and writing are developed through in-class exercises, independent reading projects, and compositions. This course not open to native or heritage speakers of Swahili.

Credit Restrictions

Students will receive no credit for African American Studies 11B/Linguistics 1B after passingAfrican American Studies C11B/Linguistics C1B.

Repeat Rules

Course is not repeatable for credit.