Introduction

The Persian Department of the Iran Language Institute indents to collect some information regarding the instruction of the Persian language in universities and language centers throughout the world.
The information collected so far comprises a limited number of language centers. We hope to receive further information in near future. Thus we request all those who have visited our website to send their comments to us.
There are two points which should be pointed out. First, this information derives from the websites of different universities and language schools, which may vary for the next semesters. Therefore, to seek accurate information, the visitors are advised to contact the related universities.
Second, the information which is presented in Persian is a digest of all the information collected in English.
We are looking forward to hearing from you. persiandept@ili.ir

Australia

The Australian National University Study

Canada

Mc Gill University

Denmark

University of Copenhagen

Finland

University of Helsinki Language Center

Germany

Freie University Berlin

India

Jamia Millia Islamia

Punjabi University, Patiala, India.

Pakistan

University Of Karachi

University of Punjab

Russia

Moscow University

The United Kingdom

Department of Middle eastern Studies

University of Durham

Oxford University

SOAS

University of CAMBRIDGE

Islamic College for Advanced Studies
 

The United State of America

Harvard Extension School

Khayam Educational Group

New York University

The University of ARIZONA

The University of Berkeley

University of Chicago

University of Harvard

University of Princeton

university of Utah

Washington University in St

Asian and Middle Eastern languages and cultures-School of Arts & Sciences university of Virginia

College of humanities Ohio state University

Columbia University

The university of Texas at Austin

University of Emory

Sandiego State University

Michigan University/Department of near Eastern Studies

The Hagop Kevorkian Center

Washington University near eastern languages & civilization

The Australian National University Study @ ANU

Asian Language Major (Urdu and Persian)
Offered by: Faculty of Asian Studies
Convener: Dr Richard Barz
Administration: South and West Asia Center

Urdu and Persian are the modern and classical languages of Islamic South Asia. Persian is offered through the centre for Arab and Islamic Studies, Faculty of Arts, which is a cognate centre of the faculty of Asian studies.
Urdu has a highly developed and thriving literary tradition and is both the official language of Pakistan and an important language in India. A familiarity with Urdu would be a particular value to those interested in the Islamic heritage of southern Asia. Although in grammar and basic word-stock Urdu and Hindi are identical, in script and literary vocabulary the two languages are quite different. Therefore, instruction in Urdu is primarily concerned with the reading of Urdu literature.
Persian language is spoken today primarily in Iran and Afghanistan, with significant populations of speakers in the Gulf States and central Asian Republics. Historically, Persian has been a more widely understood language in an area ranging from the Mediterranean to India, and is associated with a rich historical and cultural legacy. No prior knowledge is required for the introductory of a program. A student may be admitted directly to a more advanced course if he/she is assessed by the lecturer as having sufficient prior knowledge. Persian language courses are approved Arts or Asian studies courses. The course Iranian history and culture can be taken in conjunction with the Persian language or as a separate Asian studies course.
For more information contact: CAIS@anu.edu.au

Mc Gill University
Current course offerings 2003-2004
 

ISLA 541 INTRODUCTORY PERSIAN. (6) (3 hours)
The objective is to familiarize the students with the grammar and basic vocabulary of Persian language in order to enable them to communicate in Persian through reading, writing and speaking skills.
Staff

ISLA 542 LOWER INTERMEDIATE PERSIAN. (6)(3hours)
(Prerequisite: ISLA 541 or equivalent)
Persian grammar will be reviewed and further developed through selected readings and grammatical analysis of modern Persian and simple selections from Persian classical literature. Translations from English into Persian and from Persian into English will be introduced along with information related to Iranian civilization and culture. Some additional works for students whose mother tongue is Persian will be included.

To get more information, go to: info.islamics@mcgill.ca

University of Copenhagen

Persian Language and Culture

The study of Persian language and culture is occupied with modern language, modern literature, as well as with historical and religious issues. The study program is focused on Iran (also known as Persia) and covers the historical period from the ancient times until today. It us a small discipline with few teachers and few students, and the amount of teaching are limited. Therefore, you must expect a high level of individual studying: Individual reading, individual comprehension. A prerequisite for students without prior knowledge of Persian is the completion of the beginners' course of Persian (six months). This makes the duration of the BA program 3 �years long.
For more information contact to: Lykdit@hum.ku.dk OR uLva@hum.ku.dk

Freie Universitit Berlin

Institut fur Iranistik � Iranian Studies

Programme of Study

(Magistra/MagisterbArtium)

As a major subject Iranian Studies requires at least 60 credit hours (=SWS Semesterwochenstunden), evenly divided among basic level courses (Grundstudium) and advanced level courses (Hauptstudium). The basic level programme is usually completed after 4 semesters, examination being by continuous assessment (Zwischenprufung). Students with insufficient knowledge of the Persian language may participate in a two-semester preparatory language course. The advanced level programme should also be completed after 4 semesters. The final semester should be set aside for final examination preparatory work, at the end of which, students take a written examination and an oral examination. Instead of a written examination (Klausur) students may also submit two certificates or records of continuous assessment.
 

Profile of Iranian Studies at the Freie Universit?t Berlin
According to the general definition, the field of Iranian Studies is concerned with the languages and textual records of the Iranians, their history, societies and religions as well as their intellectual and material culture from antiquity up to the present. As a philological-linguistic discipline on the one hand it undertakes research into the more than twenty different old, middle and modern Iranian languages, written in various scripts. As a historical, social and cultural discipline on the other hand it investigates the history, social organizations, religions and literatures of Iranian peoples from the earliest surviving textual evidence up to the modern age, a period embracing more than three millennium. The scope of research in this field is not restricted to the geographical area known as Iran today, but includes also other regions which came under Iranian influence, in which Iranian languages were spoken and written and in which documentary records have been found (from Chinese-Turkistan in the east to Egypt in the west).

Teaching and research at the Institute of the FU include both main branches of Iranian Studies, the pre-Islamic period (up to the seventh century AD) and the Islamic age, including modern Iran. Due to the history of the development of the academic discipline, these two main branches are often separated in other institutions of the Federal Republic of Germany (as also in other countries) and represented especially in the fields of Indo-European Studies (especially Old Iranian languages) and Islamic Studies (Iran in the Islamic period), creating a breach in Iranian history and culture. One of the important goals of teaching and research at the Institute of the FU is to investigate the continuity and discontinuity of Iranian culture and thought across the centuries from the Zoroastrian period up to the Islamic age, in which the strong influence of ancient Iranian culture is still to be found in numerous institutions. Teaching on a broad basis, including the languages, religions and history of the pre-

Teaching Programme

Besides regular language courses (in Persian and Kurdish) and introductory courses, the teaching programme in Iranian Studies is divided into the following main sections:

A. Languages, history, literatures and religions of pre-Islamic Iran
B. Classical and modern Persian literature
C. Languages, history and religions of Iran in the Islamic period, including modern Iran
D. Kurdish language, literature and history
E. Afghanistan

Courses, lectures and seminars cannot be offered in each of these fields on a regular basis each term. A lecture and course catalog (Vorlesungsverzeichnis) in German with details and up-to-date information on all the courses to be offered is available on our homepage ("Courses").

To get more information, go to: cnaumann@zedat.fu.berlin.de

University of Helsinki Language Center

Courses offered in:

Arabic, Irish, Italian, Modern Greek, Latin, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish and Swedish.

Material available in the Self-Access Laboratory in:

Afrikaans, Albanian, Arabic, Bulgarian, Chinese, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Esperanto, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hausa, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Icelandic, Italian, Irish, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Ndonga, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Sami, Serbo-Croatian, Spanish, Slovak, Swahili, Swedish, Turkish, and Vietnamese.

email: itseop@kielikeskus.helsink.fi

Jamia Millia Islamia A central University Department of Persian

Faculty of humanities and languages

Faculty members | Courses Offered | Research


Head of the Department: Prof.Qamar Ghaffar
Office Telephone Number: 91-11-26981717 Extn. 464
email: Persian@jmi.ernet.in

Punjabi University, Patiala, India

DEPARTMENT OF PERSIAN, URDU, & ARABIC

                                 Courses

Faculty (in alphabetical order)

Head
1. Dean, Faculty of Languages


Lecturers
1. Nashir Naqvi, M.A. (Urdu).. Ph.D.
2. Tariq Kifayat Ullah, M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D.



To get more information , go to: universitypunjabi.org/pages/teaching

University of Karachi

The department of Persian has designed schemes of studies in view of the aims and objects mentioned successfully running teaching programs at graduate, post graduate, certificate and diploma levels. Following are the out lines of the courses taught to various classes:

Class course No. Title

B.A. (subsidiary) per-301 Classical prose.
1 year per-302 Classical Poetry


B.A. (subsidiary) per-401 Modern prose.
II year per-402 Modern Poetry


B.A. (Honours) per-311 Classical prose.
I year per-312 Classical Poetry


B.A. (Honours) per-411 Grammar, Translation.
II year and composition. Per-412 Grammar, Translation and Composition. Per-412 Modern Prose. Per-422 Modern poetry.


B.A. (Honours) per-511 Classical prose.
III year per-512 Classical Prose.


M.A. (previous) Per-521 Classical Poetry
Per-522 Classical Poetry
Per-531-A Sufis tic Literature
Per-531-B (Alternative) Arabic Language
Per-532-A Sufis tic Literature
Per-532-B (alternative) Arabic Language
Per-541 Grammar, Translation and Dictation
Per-542 Conversation Persian and composition
Per-551 History of Persian Literature (Iran)
Per-552 History of Persia 'n Literature (p@ India Subcontinent)

M.A (final) Per-611 Modern Prose (Literature)
Per-612 Modern Prose (Literature)
Per-621 Modern Poetry
Per-622 Modern Poetry
Per-631 Special Study of Iqbal
Per-632 special study of Iqbal
Per-641 Modern Prose (Fiction & Miscellaneous Essays)
Per-642 Modern Prose (Fiction)
Per-651-2-A Recitation, Translation, Composition and Conversation.
Or Per-651-2-B or Per-651-2-C


M.A. (final) this course has been developed (Group B- to facilitate students for language) carrying out advanced study of Persian language. This course is extended over one year after M.A. Final (Group A Literature) and leads to degree of M.A. (Persian Language).
Certificate: Per-101 these courses aim at Per-102 in students with basic language.
For further information contact to: Kudcs@inet.com.pk

University of Punjab

Department of Persian

Academic Programs:

M.A.
Duration 2 Years
Teaching System Annual
Session begins Sept./October
Admission criteria B.A. (Persian Elective)
Seats 52

M.PHIL
Duration 2 Years
Teaching System Semester System
Session begins March
Admission criteria M.A. (Persian 2nd Div.)
Seats 15

Ph.D.
Duration 5 Years
Teaching System Semester System
Session begins March
Admission criteria M.A. (Persian)
Seats 9

For more information contact: Puarshad@wol.net.pk OR Kram50@hotmail.com

Moscow University

We work in two adjacent fields:

� Teaching basic and official Iranian languages for under graduates (Persian/Farsi, Dari, Tajik, Pashto and Kurdish)
� Special courses for MA students and postgraduate in linguistics and/or literature.

Our students learn to speak, write and translate texts in contemporary languages. They can add Ancient/Middle/Classical Persian and/or Avesta to their individual plans. Our students study 4 years and receive the diploma of bachelor. Then they study 2 years more and become masters of Science. After 3 years more of study our post-graduate students can get the degree of Ph.D. They can carry out research in following areas:

� Contemporary Literature of Iran/Afghanistan/Tajikistan
� Difference and/or Similarity of Contemporary Persian, Tajik and Dari.
� Experimental Study of Persian/Dari/Pashto/Tajik phonetics
� Folklore of Iran/Afghanistan/Tajikistan
� Morphology of Modern Iranian Languages
� Historical Grammar and Diachronic study of Iranian languages
� History of Persian/Afghani(Pashto)/Tajik Literature
� History of Persian Language
� Lexicology of Persian/Dari/Pashto
� Multimedia of foreign languages teaching
� Pahlavi (Middle Persian) Literature
� Persian Phraseology
� Poetry of Hafiz
� Poetry of Saadi
� Poetry and philosophy of Omar Khayam
� Poetry of Firdousi
� Modern Persian poetry
� Contemporary Culture and languages of Iran and Afghanistan
� Firdowsi's Shah name
� Theoretical problems of literature in Iran, Afghanistan and Tajikistan
Most of the lectures are held in the cabinet of Iranian culture, where our students have Persian and Pashto books at their disposal. The cabinet is equipped with a satellite TV tuner to watch live Jam-e-Jam broadcasting. Video player is used to teach colloquial Persian as it is spoken by the actors. In the same cabinet we teach to use multilingual software to type mixed Russia-Persian-Pashto-Latin texts on computers. During the lessons we listen to the latest news in Persian through internet.

email: office@iaas.msu.ru

Department of Middle eastern Studies
At the university of Manchester

Persian
Persian is a member of the large family of Indo- European languages. Besides Iran, Persian is also spoken in Afghanistan (where it is called Dari) as well as in Tajikistan (where it is known as Tajik). Since its emergence nearly a thousand years ago as the main literary idiom in the eastern part of the Islamic Caliphate, Persian has been used far beyond the borders of Iran. It was the official language of the eastern parts of Central Asia, and in most of India until the 19th century. It became the language of poetry and mystical expression and following the Mongol invasion of the 13th century, Persian developed into the medium of high culture and belles-letres through out the non �Arab Islamic world, influencing Turkish court literature in the west and Urdu poetry in the east.
Over the centuries, Iran developed numerous contacts with European states, trading companies and individual travelers. Since the late 19 th century, however, Iran began its attempts to integrate into the world political and economic systems and as a result, became increasingly more vulnerable to the influence of major western powers. This process was consolidated in the twentieth century by the discovery abundant oil reserves which further helped to make Iran into a strategically sensitive Asia. The establishment of the Islamic republic following the revolution of 1978-79 has once again placed Iran in the center stage of regional as well as global politics and promoted many expressions of concern on the part of the world leaders.
The Persian course at the Manchester University will cover the many elements which constitute the Persian culture today; a study of the literature, both medieval and modern, religion as well as the history of contemporary Iran make up the components of the syllabus.
Persian is a four year course during which students are gradually introduced to the various aspects of Persian studies. In the first year emphasis is placed on achieving some proficiency in the use of the language, both written and spoken. In the second year, students are introduced to the medieval as well as modern literature; in addition to the study of the texts, these classes will also discuss the social and political frame works which contributed to the formation to the ideas covered in the selected text. Finally, in the third and fourth years, more advanced texts are studied and a variety of post � revolutionary writings are used to explore the intellectual atmosphere in present � day Iran. For a better understanding of the history of Iran, the following general works are highly recommended:
� Arberry, A, J., ed., The Legacy of Persia, Oxford 1968.
� Bausani, A., The Persians, London 1971.
� Keddie, N., Roots of Revolution: An interpretive History of Modern Iran, London 1981.
� Mottahedeh, R., The Mantle of the Prophet, London 1986.

For more information: middleeasternstudies@monchester.ac.uk

University of Durham

Department: MIDDLE EASTERN & ISLAMIC STUDIES


Summary Syllabus
The module builds on the material introduced in Persian I. the principle of communicative language teaching is continued in Persian II, with grammar acquisition 'emanating' from language situation. At the end of the year, it is hoped that students will have acquired a large proportion of the vocabulary of the educated reading and conversation. Course material includes Persian high school texts, newspapers and some short stories. the 'modern Persian for undergraduates' course book is also used.

For any questions contact: Lmeis.pgadmissions@durham.ac.uk OR Barbara.farnworth@durham.ac.uk

Oxford university

Old Iranian may be offered for the B.A. Hon. Oriental studies degrees as an "additional language" with Sanskrit, Persian, Classics or Egyptology and Ancient Near Eastern Studies. The course in Old Iranian lasts for six terms, and begins in the second year of the regular three-year oriental studies degree.
Students learn old Persian and Avestan, and read the Achaemenian Kings' old Persian cuneiform inscriptions, and a selection of Zoroastrian religious texts from the Avesta. The texts are studied both as linguistic documents, and sources for the history, religion and culture of ancient Iran.
Oriental Studies Course Tables
Persian with subsidiary language: T6TX BA/perSL4 Persian with Islamic Art and Archaeology: QT46 BA/per IAA Persian with Islamic Studies/History: QT96 BA/per ISH

   For more information contact: orient@orient.ox.ac.uk

SOAS (University of London)

BA Persian

This Three-year program aims to provide a good grounding in the standard spoken and written language of contemporary Iran and to provide an introduction to the main form of classical and modern Persian literature. The course structure allows students to take one non-Persian unit a year, presenting them with an opportunity to choose from a wide variety of options dealing with the historical, cultural and religious background of Iran and the middle east, or to learn another regional language, for example Arabic and Turkish

Study Program

This single- subject degree is a three-year program. Candidates are expected to complete twelve course units, four in each year. In the first year students begin to study of Persian language with an intensive language-learning course. A non-language course from the lust of approved options completes the year's study. In the second year the learning of the Persian language continues. Two other courses introduce the study of prose and poetry. A fourth unit is chosen from the list of approved options or from the school's list of other options ("floater units"). The third year continues the study of language and literature. A fourth unit is again chosen from the list of approved options or from the school's list of other options. ("Floater units"). Students who enroll with a competence in Persian already equivalent to Persian language I are permitted to make up the number of language units in the syllabus from a range of old and middle Persian language options, e.g. Bactrian, Pahlavi, Sogdian.

Persian Language I

 Nature of the course

The course is an introductory one covering the modern written language of Iran and the standard spoken language associated with Tehran. Requiring no previous knowledge of Persian, it begins with the phonetics of Persian and the perso-Arabic script and proceeds to cover the morphology of Persian and all the mail aspect of syntax as a preparation for subsequent years.

Persian Language II

 Nature of the course

The course is designed to improve students' command of the modern Persian language in the areas of reading, translation, composition and conversation. By the end of the academic students should be component to use the language to read straightforward fictional, social and official texts. They should have a good command of everyday social vocabulary and be able to understand the language when spoken at an unhurried pace and involving familiar and predictable topic; their pronunciation and fluency should be such that they can be readily understood

Persian Language III

 Nature of the course

The structure of the course is similar to Persian language II, but the course is designed to enable the students to obtain the proficiency to carry out more demanding tasks in Persian. At the end of this course students are expected to manipulate the language with greater accuracy and subtlety, and to handle more complex and specialized texts. They are also thought how to adjust their language to varying degrees of formality and to comprehend colloquial Farsi spoken at near native speed.

For more information contact: Lmei@soas.ac.uk

University of CAMBRIDGE

Faculty of Oriental Studies


Our four year undergraduate BA Honours degree provides students with the opportunity to learn Arabic or Arabic and Persian (Farsi) and then explore the literature and history of the Islamic Middle East through a diverse array of texts including Qur'anic quotations, medieval biographies, historical chronicles, poetry and modern novels.
We offer courses ranging from techniques in translation to the study of early Arabic poetry or twentieth century political thought. Our aim is to give students a through grounding in their chosen language(s) in the first year and an introduction to the region's literature and history in the second year. The third year abroad gives students an exiting opportunity to improve their spoken languages and actually experience daily life in the Middle East. Our final year courses offer in-depth perspectives on a particular genre of literature or historical period. Students also get a chance to work on a topic of particular interest to them in their final year dissertation.

For more information contact: cpm1000@cam.ac.uk

Islamic College for Advanced Studies

 5) Persian language {5.2}
  This module lasts a period of three terms. The student will be taught vocabulary and proper use of modern spoken Persian. After completing this course the student will be able to understand and communicate successfully.

email: info@islamic_college.ac.uk

 Syllabus

Spoken Persian. Written Persian, Persian grammar, nouns, verbs and construction of sentences .

 Timetable  

Harvard Extension Schoolz

PERS E-1a Introduction to Persian (12120)
Sunil Sharma, PhD, Persian Bibliographer, Widener Library, Harvard University
Workshop. 2 units. Noncredit and undergraduate credit $520. Limited enrollment.
Wednesday, Sept. 18, 5:30-7:30 pm, Sever Hall, Room 208. Fall Term.

The Persian language is one of the major languages of the Middle East that is known in Iran as Farsi, and is slightly varying forms as Dari in Afghanistan and Tajik in Tajikistan. The elementary of grammar of modern Persian provides the basis for accessing various aspects of Iranian culture: from classical Sufi literature to modern short stories and films. This course will focus on learning the Persian script, introducing the basic grammar, and practicing the spoken language.

PERS E-1b Introduction to Persian (21954)
Sunil Sharma, PhD, Persian Bibliographer, Widener Library, Harvard University
Workshop. 2 units. Noncredit and undergraduate credit $520. Limited enrollment.
Wednesday, Jan. 29, 5:30-7:30 pm, Sever Hall, Room 208. Spring Term.
Students will continue the study of grammar by focusing on simple readings from classical and modern texts. Conversational Persian including the colloquial form of the language will be a major component of this course. Prerequisite: PERS E-1a or equivalent.
For any information contact: stekin@Eas.harvard.edu

Khayam Educational Group

 School of Persian Language
Since 1980



Farsi classes for your children in an intimate learning
Environment
Increase the power of your child's Farsi language.
Individual instruction is available for personal attention.


Winter classes
Students will learn the elements of the Persian language, pronunciation, comprehension, reading and writing simple sentences.
 Date: January 9, 2002
Location: Laguna Niguel Elementary School
Thursdays: 4 to 6 PM

Date: January 10, 2002
Location: University of California, Irvinel
Fridays: 4 to 6 PM

Contact the school with: info@Persianschool.com

New York University

Department of Middle Eastern Studies

Elementary Persian I (A77. 0401-001)
This course is designed for the students of beginning Persian. The major components of the course are:
1. To develop linguistic skills- listening, speaking, reading, and writing through the study of authentic aural, written and visual texts and through in- class communicative; and to develop an understanding of Persian as a grammatical system.
2. To explore historical, literary, and artistic manifestation of Iranian culture.
3. To explore one's native culture and to reflect upon it in the context of the cultures of the Persian- speaking world; and to become aware of cultural parallels between American cultures and the cultures of the Persian speaking world.
4. To acquire effective study skills- also called learning strategies- that will be valuable not only for learning a foreign language but also for learning other academic subjects; and to acquire the ability to access current information on the Persian speaking world by using the internet.
5. To discover through a continuing process of teaching, and feedback- the proper components and mix of a successful computer assisted program for beginning level university language learning.
In preparing the course materials and texts the emphasis has been placed on colloquial Persian. How ever the textual readings and the content of the computer program, utilize examples of both literary and colloquial Persian.

Texts and materials:
Photocopied materials (Introduction to Persian).
Persian for beginners, an interactive Persian Software.
The content of the course packet and the computer software will be ready by August 30, 2002.

Intermediate Persian I (A77.0403-0010)
This is an intermediate course designed for students who have completed a year-long course in elementary Persian or who have equivalent exposure to the Persian language. Although designed primarily as a foreign language course for English- speaking Americans, the course is also suitable for Iranian (-American) students with fewer than four years than schooling in Iran. The authentic prose fiction texts studied in this course approximate sixth grade levels and above in Iranian school textbook.
The chief aim of the course is to increase student efficiency in reading Persian. This is accomplished by learning such skills as scanning, skimming, taking notes, summarizing, and interpreting authentic texts. Persian grammar and syntax and vocabulary building are two other emphases of this course. The class is conducted in Persian.

Texts and materials:
Photocopied materials (selection of fiction by Iranian writers) and Persian Fiction Reader Workbook by Mohammad Mehdi Khorrami and Michael Hillmann.
These proficiency- based textbooks present self-contained lessons with authentic materials dating from the 1980s and 1990s. the course packet will be ready by august 30, 2002.


Advanced Persian I: Modern Persian Fiction I
The main goal of this course is to increase student efficiency in reading modern fiction. Throughout the semester students will learn new reading techniques, expand their vocabulary, and thus improve their reading speed. The course packet also includes grammatical explanations and exercises, which are directly related to the selected texts. These sections are specifically designed to enhance student knowledge of Persian grammar and syntax.
Students will also examine the differences between linguistic features of the texts from early twentieth century and those of contemporary Persian. In addition, students will study the influence of Arabic on Persian language. Ultimately, the course offers a better understanding of the Persian language and its evolution in the past one hundred years.
By the end of the semester, students will be able, with reasonable facility, to read and interpret modern Persian fiction for either research purposes or for their literary and artistic value.

Texts and materials:
The required course text will be a packet of readings selected from Sargozasht-e Hajji Babaye Esfahani (mirza Habib Esfahani, Tr.)
Charand Parand, Dehkoda
Yeki Bud Yeki Nabud, Mahammad Ali Jamalzadeh
"Dash Akol", Sadeq Hedayat
Sangi bar Guri, Jalal Al-Ahmad
Dai Jan Napoleon, Iraj Pezeshkzad
Savushun, Simin Daneshvar
Yekk Ruz Mandeh be "Eyda-e Pak", Zoya Pirzad
All materials will be available in Xerox form



Elementary Persian II (A77.0402)

This course is designed for the students who have completed one semester of Persian. The major components of the course are:
1. To develop linguistic skills- listening, speaking, reading, and writing through the study of authentic aural, written and visual texts and through in- class communicative; and to develop an understanding of Persian as a grammatical system.
2. To explore historical, literary, and artistic manifestation of Iranian culture.
In preparing the course materials and texts the emphasis has been placed on colloquial Persian. How ever the textual readings and the content of the computer program, utilize examples of both literary and colloquial Persian.


Texts and materials:
Photocopied materials (Introduction to Persian).
Persian for beginners, an interactive Persian Software.
The content of the course packet and the computer software will be ready by January 18, 2002.


Intermediate Persian II (A77.0404)
This is an intermediate course designed for students who have completed three semesters of Persian or who have equivalent exposure to the Persian language. Although designed primarily as a foreign language course for English- speaking Americans, the course is also suitable for Iranian (-American) students with fewer than four years than schooling in Iran. The authentic prose fiction texts studied in this course approximate sixth grade levels and above in Iranian school textbooks.
The chief aim of the course is to increase student efficiency in reading Persian. This is accomplished by learning such skills as scanning, skimming, taking notes, summarizing, and interpreting authentic texts. Persian grammar and syntax and vocabulary building are two other emphases of this course.


Texts and materials:
Photocopied materials (selection of fiction by Iranian writers) and Persian Fiction Reader Workbook by Mohammad Mehdi Khorrami and Michael Hillmann.
These proficiency- based textbooks present self-contained lessons with authentic materials dating from the 1980s and 1990s. the course packet will be ready by January 18, 2002.
For more information contact: mmk4@nyu.edu

The university of ARIZONA

PRS 101�Elementary Persian I (5 units)
Description: conversation, reading, and composition in, modern Persian.
Special exam: course may be taken by special exam for credit (not for grade).
Usually offered: Fall, spring.

PRS 102 � Elementary Persian II (5 units)
Description: conversation, reading, and composition in modern Persian.
Prerequisite: PRS 101.
Special exam: Course may be taken by special exam for credit (not for grade)
Usually offered: Fall, Spring.

PRS 349 -- Classical Persian Literature in English (3 units)
Description: Historical, Cultural and literary issues related to the reading will be discussed.
Usually offered: Spring

PRS 350 � Contemporary Persian Literature in English (3 units)
Description: Historical, cultural and literary issues related to the readings will be discussed.
Usually offered: Spring

PRS 401 � Intermediate Persian I (5 Units)
Description: Conversation in the dialect of contemporary Iran; extensive readings in classical and modern literature.
Prerequisite (s): PRS 102
Special exam: course may be taken by special exam for credit (not for grade).
Usually offered: Fall, spring.

PRS 402 � Intermediate Persian II (5 units)
Description: Conversation in the dialect of contemporary Iran; extensive readings in classical and modern literature.
Perquisite (s): PRS 401
Special exam: course may be taken by special exam for credit (not for grade)
Usually offered: Fall, Spring.


PRS 403 � Advanced Persian I (3 Units)
Description: Readings in Persian, with the objective of preparing the students for independent research.
Prerequisite (s): PRS 402
Special Exam: course may be taken by special exam for credit (not for grade)
Usually offered: Fall, Spring.

PRS 404 � Advanced Persian II (3 units)
Description: Readings in Persian with the objective of preparing the student for independent research.
Prerequisite (s): PRS 403
Special exam: course may be taken by special exam for credit (not for grade)
Usually offered: Fall, spring

PRS 498 � Senior Capstone (1-3 units)
Description: A culminating experience for majors involving a substantive project that demonstrates a synthesis of learning accumulated in the major including broadly comprehensive knowledge of the discipline and its methodologies.
Usually offered: Fall, spring

PRS 499 � independent Study (1-6 units)
Description: Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work.
Usually offered: Fall, Spring

PRS 503 � Advanced Persian I (3 units)
Description: Reading in Persian, with the objective of preparing the student for independent research. Graduate �level requirements include additional readings and translations.
Special exam: Course may be taken by special exam for credit (not for grade)
Usually Offered: Fall, Spring

PRS 504 � Advanced Persian II (3 units)
Description: Readings in Persian, with the objective of preparing the student for independent research. Graduate �level requirements include additional readings and translation.
Special exam: Course may be taken by special exam for credit (not for grade)
Usually Offered: Fall, Spring


PRS 599 � Independent Study (1-6 units)
Description: Qualified students working on an individual basis with professors who have agreed to supervise such work. Graduate students doing independent work which cannot be classified as actual research will register for credit under course number 599,699 or 799.
Usually Offered: Fall, Spring
For more information contact: near@v.arizona.edu or you can directly send your emails to professor Talattof to: talattof@u.arizona.edu

The University of Berkeley

Persian

1B, SECTION 1 � ELEMENTARY MODERN PERSIAN
Instructor: Lecturer Jaleh Pirnazar
MTWTF, 9-10, 252 Barrows Hall, 5 units, CC# 62903
Textbooks: TBA
The course will address a beginner in the language and will cover all four aspects of language teaching pedagogy: reading, writing, speaking and listening comprehension skills.

1A, SECTION 2 � ELEMENTARY MODERN PERSIAN
Instructor: Koorosh Angali
MTWTF, 10-11, 223 Wheeler, 5 units, CC# 62906
Text books: TBA
The course will address a beginner in the language and will cover all four aspects of language teaching pedagogy: reading, writing, speaking and listening comprehension skills.

100B � INTERMEDIATE MODERN PERSIAN
Instructor: Lecturer Jaleh Pirnazar
MTWTF, 10-11,271 Wheeler Hall, 5 Units, CC# 62909
Text books: TBA
A year of more advanced level Persian with emphasis on advanced grammar and vocabulary build up. News paper clippings, film reviews and cultural awareness through introduction of literature will be covered.

101B � SELECT READINGS IN PERSIAN LITERATURE
Instructor: Lecturer Jaleh Pirnazar
TT, 12:30-2, 203 Wheeler Hall, 5 Units, CC# 62912
Text books: TBA
Three hours of class per week. Prerequisite: Persian 100A � 100B or equivalent. Readings in both prose and poetry, drawn chiefly from modern Persian literature, designed to increase reading skills and vocabulary and to provide a transition to the study of more difficult texts. May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor.


102B � READINGS IN CLASSICAL PERSIAN PROSE
Instructor: Professor Sahvali Ahmadi
TT, 3:30-5, 144 Barrows, 3 Units, CC# 62915
Text books: TBA
Three hours of class per week. Prerequisite: Persian 101A � 101B or consent of instructor. Systematic study of representative selection from all periods of classical Persian literature, with attention to the historical and intellectual context. May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor.

200B � ADVANCED PERSIAN
Instructor: Professor Sahvali Ahmadi
TT, 9:30-11, 103 Barrows Hall, 3 Units, CC# 62930
For more information contact: cmes@ucLink4.berkeley.edu

University of Chicago

Persian (PERS)

10101-10102-10103. Elementary Persian I, II, III. This sequence concentrates on modern written Persian, with an introduction to classical literature and modern colloquial usage. Stories, articles and poetry are read toward the end of the sequence. The class meets three hours a week with the instructor and two hours with a native informant who conducts grammatical drills and Persian conversation. F.Shayesteh. autumn, winter, spring.

20101-20102-20103. Intermediate Persian I, II, III. PQ: Elementary Persian. Students will increase their vocabulary and command of grammar and idiom by extensive reading of modern Persian texts (journalism, fiction, essays, and academic articles). In addition, they will be introduced to a variety of more specialized skills appropriate to handling situations and materials they might meet when visiting and researching in a Persian-speaking country or when using manuscripts, etc. �for example, colloquial speech and its representation in literature, classical Persian usage, poetry and scansion, Persian of Afghanistan and central Asia, Nasta liq script and hand writing. Requirements: midterm and final examinations. J.Perry, autumn, winter, spring.

30328. Persian Literature: Sa�die's Poetry and Prose. PQ: Two Years of Persian, or equivalent. Sa�die of Shiraz (d. 1291 C.E.), one of the five most celebrated Persian poets, might be called the Shakespeare of Iran. His eclectic output, which surveys and critiques the human comedy. Gained popularity in India and Central Asia as well as in Iran, and has provided the Persian language with many of its common adages and idioms.

10101-10102-10103. Elementary Hittite I, II, III. PQ: consent of instructor required for undergraduates. This three quarter sequence covers the basic grammar and cuneiform writing system of the Hittite language. It also familiarizes the student with the field's tools (dictionaries, lexica, sign list). Reading come from all periods of Hittite history (1650-1180 B.C.). T. Van den Hout. Autumn, winter, spring.

20125. Advanced Reading in Hittite. PQ: elementary Hittite. The focus of this course is the close reading and analysis of selected Hittite texts; specific texts and topics may vary from year to year. (Description for autumn 2001: The period over which copies were made of the texts of Hittite king Mursili II spans more than a century. In this class, we will look at the paleography of the manuscripts and try to determine whether we can establish a relative chronology for them. We will then look at the grammar of these texts and see what changes go hand in hand with that chronology.) T. Van den Hout. Autumn.

20501. Lycian. PQ: Elementary Hittite or consent of instructor. This course introduces the grammar and writing system of the Lycian language of the first millennium B.C. (ca. 500-300). After reading a series of tomb inscriptions, we venture into the larger historical inscriptions that include the Lycian-Greek-Aramaic trilingual of Xanthos. T.van den Hout. Winter

20901. Hurrian. PQ: Consent of instructor. This course provides an introduction to hurrian grammar. Text samples from various periods and origins (i.e., Tish-Adal inscription, the Hurrian- Hittiue bilingual from Boghazkoy, the Mittani Letter, and Ras-Shamra Vocabulary) are analyzed and read. T. van den Hout, G. Gragg. Spring.)
send email to: ne-Lc@uchicago.edu

University of Harvard

Iranian and Persian studies

This field has two programs, one in Persian and other in Iranian. The former is solely concerned with new Persian language and literature and Islamic studies, while the latter may be joined to Indo-European comparative philology, comparative religions and ancient history. For entry into the Persian program, some undergraduate work in Arabic and in the history and culture of the Islamic world are recommended. Doctoral candidates will prepare a thesis in the Persian or Iranian field subject to approval by a committee of the department.

Persian
For Undergraduates and Graduates

Persian A. Elementary Persian
Wheeler M. Thackston, Jr. Full course at 10, and two additional hours to introduction to the grammar of modern and spoken Persian. Selected readings contemporary and classical Persian.

Persian 120a. Intermediate Persian
Wheeler M. Thackston, Jr. Half course M., W., F., at 9.
Readings in modern prose literature to classical metrics and prosody. Classical prose and poetry.

Persian 120b. Intermediate Persian.
Wheeler M. Thackston, Jr. Half course M., W., F., at 9.
Continuation of Persian 120a.

Persian 140ar. Selected Readings of Persian literature
Wheeler M. Thackston, Jr. Half course M., W., 2-3:30
Selected topics in classical Persian for the advanced students. Readings from and belletristic texts, the classics or the poets of Iran and India. Prereq 120b or equivalent.


Persian 140br. Selected Readings of Persian literature
Wheeler M. Thackston, Jr. Half course M., W., 2-3:30
A continuation of Persian 140ar.


Persian 150r. Readings in Persian Geographers and Biographers
Roy Mottahedeh. Half course (spri to be arranged)
For more information contact: webmaster@hudc.harvard.edu

University of Princeton

The Languages

Princeton offers language instruction in Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, and Turkish, the four major language of the Near East. "Near East" however, is a rather arbitrary appellation considering that these languages will also open doors in North Africa, Afghanistan, Baku, or Sin kiang. The population in the near east might be just under 300 million, but the languages of the region are used by millions more around the globe because of religion and culture.

Persian

Persian is the vehicle of a rich and varied culture which, in the course of its long history, has often extended beyond the borders of modern Iran into Anatolia, the Caucasus, Central Asia and India. Three modern dialect of Persian are currently the national language of Iran (Farsi), Afghanistan (Dari), and new Republic of Tajikistan (Tajik). Moreover, Ottoman Turkish and the classical literary languages of Uzbek and Urdu have all been heavily influenced by Persian.
The department of Near Eastern studies offers instruction in both modern and classical Persian and from the most elementary level to the most advanced. In the first two years (Persian 101-107) students learn to speak, read and write the Persian of contemporary Iran. They are then ready both to take advanced courses in modern Persian literature (NES 540), and to go on to the study of classical Persian poetry and prose (Persian 301, NES 539). Readings in advanced courses vary from year to Year depending on the interests of the students and the instructor.
Princeton regularly sends students to summer intensive courses in beginning and intermediate Persian courses at various sites in the U.S. Instruction in Persian is complemented by a number of courses in the NES department on Iranian history and culture of the near east in general.

For more information contact: kate@princeton.edu OR hanioglu@princeton.edu

University of Utah

1010 Beginning Persian I (4)
Provide students with a basic knowledge of Persian. Students will learn written and colloquial Persian simultaneously. Adapted stories and natural texts will familiarize students with various aspects of Iranian culture.

1020 Beginning Persian II (4) Prerequisite: PERS 1010.
Continuing development of basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills with emphasis on active oral communication.

1200 God, Love & Mysticism (3) Cross listed as MID E 1320.
The course will introduce students to mystcism through the poetry and through out of Mualana Jalal al-Din Rumi.

2010 Intermediate Persian I (4) Prerequisite: PERS 2020 or instructor's consent.
Further development of vocabulary, speaking, writing, and grammatical skills. Supplemental reading materials will provide insight into Iranian culture and will serve as a basis for in-class discussion.

2020 Intermediate Persian II (4) Prerequisite: PERS 2020 or instructor's consent.
Further development of vocabulary, speaking, writing and grammatical skills. Supplemental reading materials will provide insight into Iranian culture and will serve as a basis for in-class discussion.

3010 Third-Year Persian: First semester (4) Prerequisite: PERS 2020.
All language skills will be developed to an advanced level. Students will read and analyze prose and poetry segments from both the modern and classical traditions of Persian literature. The class sessions will be in Persian, with occasional use of English for explanation of difficult points of grammar or analysis.

3020 Third-Year Persian: Second Semester (4) Prerequisite: PERS 3010.
All language skills will be developed to an advanced level. Students will continue to read and analyze prose and poetry segments from both the modern and classical traditions of Persian literature. The class session will be in Persian, with occasional use of English for explanation of difficult points of grammar or analysis.

3200 Introduction to Persian Literature (4) Cross listed as MID E 3320.
Persian prose and poetry in translation. Students will become familiar with various genres, trends, and ideas in the classical and the modern literary traditions of Iran.

4010 Advanced Persian Language Skills (3) Cross listed as MID E 4310. Prerequisite: PERS 4010 or MID E 4301.
Meets with PERS 6020 and MID E 6302. Develops language skills using TV, film, radio, as well as functional and literary texts.

4020 Advanced Persian Language Skills (3) Cross listed as MID E 4302. Prerequisite: PERS 4010 or MID E 4301.
Meets with PERS 6020 and MID E 6302. Develops language skills using TV, film, radio, as well as functional and literary texts.

For further information contact: webmaster@acs.utah.edu.

Washington University in St.Louis

ARTS & SCIENCES




Persian (L47)


116DQ Persian
BEGINNING PERSIAN I
Introduction to modern Persian; concentrates on rapidly developing basic skills in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding modern Persian. 5 class hours a week and additional drill or lab hours as assigned by instructor. 5 units. Same as L75 JNE 116D.


216D Persian
INTERMEDIATE PERSIAN I
Rapid development of skills in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding Modern Persian. Reading of annotated, classical, and modern texts; elementary composition. Prereq: pers 117D or equivalent. Credit 5 units. Same L75 JNE 216D.


316 Persian
ADVANCED PERSIAN I
Selected reading from classical Persian prose and poetry. Prose reading from historical, mystical, and ethical literature by such authors as Bayhaghi, 'Attar and Sa'di. Poetry from significant lyrical genres, such as qusida and ghazal, as well as examples from heroic and romantic epics. Continued emphasis on developing skills in writing, speaking, and understanding Persian. Friquent use of traditional music, slides, and videos to enhance cultural awareness. Prereq: pers 217D or equivalent. 3 units. Same as L75 JNE 316.




457 Persian
TOPICS IN MODERN PERSIAN LITERATURE AND CULTURE
An in-depth study of the modern developments in literary/ cultural concepts, generic patterns, or intellectual currents in Persian literature from the 18th century to the present. Persian primary sources will comprise the bulk of the reading. Each semester, a certain genre, time period. Literary/ intellectual figure, or text will form the main focus. Advanced reading knowledge of Persian required.


4972 and 500 Persian
Please check course listings and be sure to register for the section assigned to the instructor you will work with.

For more information contact: anell@artsci.wustl.edu

Asian and Middle Eastern languages and cultures
School of Arts & Sciences university of Virginia
 

PERSIAN

Persian language and literature instruction ranges from the most basic to advanced levels. Literature courses are offered both in the original and in translation. Courses in Persian language and literature may be used in designing a degree in Asian and Middle Eastern studies or Asian and Middle Eastern languages and literatures.

PERS 101, 102 � (4) (Y)
Elementary Persian
Prerequisite for PERS 102: PERS 101, or equivalent, or instructor permission introductory language sequence focusing on reading, writing, comprehending, and speaking modern Persian through audio-lingual methods. Persian grammar is introduced through sentence patterns in the form of dialogues and monologues.

PERS 201, 202 � (4) (Y)
Intermediate Persian
Prerequisite: PERS 102, or equivalent, or instructor permission
Each course focuses on the development of reading, writing, and speaking skills.
Special attention is paid to reading comprehension using selection from classical and modern Persian prose and poetry, preparing students for advanced studies in indo-Persian language and literature.
 

PERS 301/ 501 � (3) (Y)
Readings in Modern Persian Poetry
Prerequisite: PERS 202, or equivalent, or instructor permission
Study of works by major and some minor poets of the twentieth century. The form and content of "NEW Poetry" is discussed as distinguishing features of twentieth century Persian Poetry in contrast with those of classical poetry.
Emphasizes the themes of modern poetry as reflections of Iranian society.

PERS 301/ 501 � (3) (Y)
Readings in Modern Persian Poetry
Prerequisite: PERS 202, or equivalent, or instructor permission
Study of works by major and some minor poets of the twentieth century. The form and content of "NEW Poetry" is discussed as distinguishing features of twentieth century Persian Poetry in contrast with those of classical poetry.
Emphasizes the themes of modern poetry as reflections of Iranian society.
 

PERS 324� (3) (Y)
Introduction to modern Persian literature
Prerequisite: PERS 202, or equivalent, or instructor permission
This course addresses the development of modern (ist) trends in Persian literature, emphasizing historical and socio-political factors. Exemplar modern poems, stories, and essays are read in the original, then explained and critically evaluated. Defines and discusses significant ideas, ideologies, movement, tends milieus, social backgrounds, etc. Out of which modern Persian literature emerged.

PERS 302/502 (3) (IR)
Readings in modern Persian prose fiction
Prerequisite: PERS 202, or equivalent, or instructor permission
Selected readings from the works of major writers of the century. Discusses the development of modern Persian fiction as changing society. Improves reading ability Persian and familiarize students with Iran, its people, and its culture.

PERS 493,494 (1-3) (Y)
Independent study in Persian


PERS 801,802 (1-3) (IR)
Independent study in Persian

 

PETR 321,521 - (3) (IR)
Persian literature in translation reading from the works of major figures in classical Persian literature, especially Rudaki, Ferdowsi, Kayyam, Attar, Sa'adi, and Hafez, as well as the most important minor writers of each period. Emphasizes the role of the Ma'shuq (the beloved), Mamduh (the praised one), and Ma'bud (the worshiped one) in classical verse, as well as the use of allegory and similar devices in both prose and verse. Taught in English.
 

PETR 322/522 - (3) (IR)
Twentieth-century Persian literature in the context of Iranian society and civilization. Lectures and discussions follow the development of modern Persian poetry and tract the influence of western and other literature, as well as Iranian literary and cultural heritage, on the works of contemporary Iranian literary and cultural heritage, on the works of contemporary Iranian writers. Facilitates understanding of contemporary Iran, especially its people, both individually and collectively, with their particular problems and aspirations in the twentieth-century word. Taught in English.


UNDERGRADUATE CURRICULUM
Language courses are available in Arabic, biblical and Modern Hebrew, Persian, and occasionally Turkish. Non-language courses cover the history, literatures, religions, and civilization of the areas extending from the Arabic speaking regions of North Africa to the central lands of the Middle East. Topic include archaeology; contemporary international relation and the politics of th region; history of Islamic though and culture; Middle Eastern literatures in translation; women's studies; mysticism; Judaism; relations between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Students are also encouraged to make selections from the graduate course offerings.

To get more information, go to: arnelc@rninerva.aco.virginia.edu

College of humanities Ohio state University/Department
Of
Near Eastern Languages and Cultures

Persian Courses

101 Elementary Persian I U 5
Introduction to Persian; development of listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills.

Au Qtr. 5 cl. Not open to native speakers of this language through regular course enrollment or EM credit, or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school, except by permission of dept. this course is available for EM credit. GEC for lang course. FL Admis Cond course.

102 Elementary Persian II U 5
Further development of listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills.

Wi Qtr. 5 cl. Prereq: 101. Not open to native speakers of this language through regular course enrollment or EM credit. This course is available for EM credit. GEC for lang course. FL Admis Cond course.
 

103 Intermediate Persian I U 5
Development of listening, reading, speaking, and writing skills; reading of simplified literary texts about Persian culture.

Sp Qtr. 5 cl. Prereq: 102. Not open to native speakers of this language through regular course enrollment or EM credit. This course is available for EM credit. GEC for lang course.
 

104 Intermediate Persian II U 5
Reading of Persian short stories and poems with attention to literary and cultural appreciation; development of basic language skills.

Au Qtr. 5 cl. Prereq: 103. Not open to native speakers of this language through regular course enrollment or EM credit. This course is available for EM credit. GEC for lang course.

The Persian language has a literary history of more than 2500 years and a provenance that includes vast areas of Asia. Modern literary Persian, or Farsi, has an extremely rich literary tradition of 1000 years and presently is used and spoken by approximately 40 million people. This four-course sequence is designed to guide a student to proficiency in the skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. This means that students, at the end of four quarters, are able to speak adequately in all social situations and read and write all general, non-specialized material without frequent resort to dictionaries or grammars. In Persian 101, Elementary Persian I, students learn the alphabet, some basic conversational Persian, one third of the grammar content of the required text, and about 500 words in addition to basic grammatical items. They also read and write simple prose of approximately one paragraph in length. The final grade is determined on the basis of class attendance, homework, quizzes, a midterm test, and a final examination. In Persian 102, Elementary Persian II, students develop and gain confidence in spoken Persian, master the second third of the grammar content of the required text, acquire an active vocabulary of about 1200 words and read and write simple prose. The text and dictionary is the same as in Persian 101, and additional reading material is provided. The grade determination is on the basis of class attendance, homework, quizzes, a midterm test, and a final examination. In Persian 103, Intermediate Persian I, students begin consolidating skills in conversational and social Farsi, master the last third of the required text of 101 and 102, acquire an active vocabulary of 2200 words, begin to read shorter, annotated literary texts, and write simple expository prose of about a page in length. The required text and dictionaries are the same as in 101 and 102. The final grade is determined on the basis of class attendance, homework, quizzes, a midterm test, and a final examination. In Persian 104, Intermediate Persian II, students master conversational and social Farsi and read and write in Farsi about general or non-specialized subjects without frequent reference to bilingual dictionaries or grammars.

241 Persian Culture U 5
A survey of Persian culture through the reading of Persian films, and listening to Persian music.

GEC arts and hums cultures and ideas course.

This course will expose students to the diversity and richness of Persian culture. Because of the importance of religion in Persian culture, students will study in broad outline the distinguishing features of Shi'a Islam as practiced in Iran of two outside cultures- that of the Arabs and that of the industrialized West-will also be considered. The course will take into account endemic tensions in Persian culture: for example, between indigenous and outside forces, between absolutism and populism, etc. Much of the instruction will be through the examination of literary works, particularly twentieth century literary works; students will also see Iranian films and receive an introduction to Persian music and the Persian tradition of miniature painting.
 

293 Individual Studies U 1-5
Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs.

294 Group Studies U 1-5
Special topics to be announced in the quarter previous to the one in which the course is offered.

Prereq: Permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 15 cr hrs.

370 Persian Mythology and Folklore U 5
Mythology and Folklore of Persian-speaking lands, from cosmological texts through popular theater and narrative performance to popular customs and beliefs.

Prereq: English 110 or 111. GEC arts and hums lit course.

Students will become familiar with the concepts and individuals (gods, heroes, demons) of ancient and more recent Persian mythology, as well as with various categories of folklore and folklife in present day Iran. This course will also introduce students to the basic concepts and methods of comparative myth and folklore studies. Although a variety of texts will be read, the emphasis of the course will be on the mythological and folk aspects of the texts, rather than their purely literary qualities.
 

371 Persian Literature in Translation U 5
A study of Persian literature in translation and the history of its discourses, genres, and styles.

GEC arts and hums lit course.

This course will expose students to Persian literature in translation from both classical and modern periods in order to make it available to students and comparativists in other languages and disciplines. The aim of the course is for the student to become acquainted with a number of representative works of Persian literature, to identify enduring themes in the literature, and to see the ways in which modern Persian literature has grown from its classical origins.



401 Advanced Persian I U 5
Extensive reading from literary texts, with practice in conversation and composition.
 

402 Advanced Persian II U 5
Advanced reading from literary texts, with further practice in conversation, composition, and translation.

Sp Qtr. Prereq: 401 or equiv.

In these courses students consolidate their command of Persian grammar and composition. This is accomplished through regular assignment of compositions and readings in poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. Students increase their passive and active vocabularies and their ability to read Persian poetry and prose. Students also acquire the required skills for literary pursuits. Classes are conducted mainly in Persian on a variety of topics.
 

651 Persian Prose U P 5
Selected readings reflecting the major genres of classical Persian prose, plus a modern novel.

Prereq: 402 or permission of instructor.

This course seeks to familiarize students whose command of Persian is at an advanced level with the major genres of both classical and modern Persian prose. Students who have in the lower level courses read excerpts chosen largely for their degree of difficulty will read entire works, or major portions of such works, chosen for their literary quality and for their seminal influence in genre and style. Students will increase their fluency in reading and learn to exercise an enhanced facility in the language.
 

652 Persian Poetry U G 5
Selected topics in Persian poetry, concentrating primarily on the medieval poetic narrative, as exemplified by epic, romance, and the mystical/didactic poem.

Prereq: 402 or permission of instructor.

This course seeks to familiarize students whose command of Persian is at an advanced level with the major genres of both classical and modern Persian poetry. Students who have in the lower level courses read excerpts chosen largely for their degree of difficulty will read entire works, or major portions of such works, chosen for their literary quality and for their seminal influence in genre and style. Students will increase their fluency in reading and learn to exercise an enhanced facility in the language.

email: noble.3@osu.edu

Columbia University

Middle East Asian Languages and Cultures

Instruction of Persian at Columbia University

Persian language is taught at Columbia University on three levels, namely Elementary, Intermediate, and Advanced. Often a fourth level is also offered that meets once a week for two hours. The overall goal of the program is to train students to gain fluency in all practical aspects of the language , to become able to use primary sources in Persian (texts, documents, official records, scholarly journals, newspapers, news releases, etc.) with ease, to conduct everyday business in Persian, to have some appreciation of its vast literary and cultural heritage, to be prepared for taking a course Persian literature, and feel at home, culturally and linguistically, among native speakers and interact with them effectively.

Based on the exit criteria of the guidelines developed by the American Association of Teachers of Persian (as explained below), clearly defined goals have been set for each level of instruction. A variety of interrelated teaching materials are used. Students receive them free of charge regularly in the form of handouts about ten days before they are actually used in the classroom. The instructor has also prepared a variety of audiocassette tapes. They include readings, dialogues, exercise material, poetry recitation, songs (with printouts of the lyrics), and lectures. Copies are kept at the Language Lab as well as at the instructor's office. Occasionally video material and films are also used. The principle guideline underpinning all of this has been the conscious effort to promote student's proficiency in all five areas of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and cultural awareness.
They include:
 1. Dialogues

 2. Readings

 3. Grammar

 4. Supplementary Materials

 5. Extended Vocabulary

Dialogues are memorized and acted out in classroom. They are the mainstay of instruction at the Elementary level, particularly during the first semester. They are closely interrelated with the reading s, help students learn and use idiomatic expressions and the colloquial forms of the most frequently used vocabulary items. They also provide basis for extended conversations in the class, the use of grammar in practical situations as well as valuable points of cultural significance (e.g., the use of banda/shoma/janab-e �l�; formal/informal/ colloquial expressions "I/you/you" and polite behavior). It goes without saying that Persian gradually replaces English as the language used in the classroom.

Readings for the Elementary level include controlled sentences to illustrate grammatical structures and brief passages with cultural information. The reading material at the intermediate level include texts developed by the instructor as well as unadjusted excerpts from classical literature, newspapers, memoirs, essays, short stories and novels, and complete unadjusted short stories besides readings with useful cultural, historical, and practical information (e.g., a trip to the city of Qom, the legend of Jamshid, Nowruz), and some poetry. At the advanced level readings are selected from a variety of sources, including short stories, expository essays, poetry (classical as well as modern), newspaper editorials, essays of social criticism, argumentative pieces, excerpts from plays, samples from classical Persian texts, readings with cultural content (e.g., rituals related to childbirth and getting married, tribal life). Supplementary materials serve a variety of purposes. They are used to teach the alphabets and basic elements of penmanship, to reinforce important points of grammar by providing more examples or exercise sheets, to elaborate/expand further on a grammatical and cultural point made in dialogue (e.g., time, verbs, rude/polite utterances), to serve as a source material for quick reference (e.g., telling the time, verb derivatives, list of common Arabic adverbs in Persian adverbs of frequency, terms of expression used in characterization of people) to introduce useful clich� expressions and familiarize students with basic elements of the culture (calendar, significant dates, major geographical features of Iran).

Extended vocabulary refers to expanded, classified lists of the vocabulary that have been encountered in the readings and/or dialogues. At the elementary level they provide lists of words and some related, useful expressions (e.g., family relationship, household, traveling, food, fruits and vegetables, stationery, Persian cuisine, clothing, trees, flowers, driving, shopping). More such lists are given in the Intermediate and Advanced levels. The latter cover more areas of practical interest (e.g., going to a doctors' office or a hospital, using communication media, gambling, driving, sports), are more detailed and contain cultural information (e.g., religion, idiomatic expressions concerning water, fire, hands, legs, etc.) with some details. Some lists of practical value (e.g., Arabic phrases commonly used in Persian) and technical terms (e.g., political science, administration, law business, prosody, literary terms) are also provided at the Advanced level. Students are responsible only for those terms and expressions that are encountered in the dialogues and/or readings.

Homework. At the elementary level it includes, inter alia, translation (mainly from English to Persian ), using given vocabulary in meaningful sentences, filling blanks in incomplete sentences, rearranging group of words into meaningful sentences and translating them, writing short descriptive compositions and personal letters; at the intermediate level students translate fairly difficult passages and complex sentences, write fairly long descriptive compositions, compare in writing events (e.g. Nowruz/Christmas) or entities (e.g. two cities, two universities), finish incomplete complex sentences, combing several simple sentences into a complex one and translate them, write critique of the movie seen in class, etc.; at the advanced level the students write long compositions including critical essays about the stories and essays read in class, translate long, unedited passages from a variety of sources (periodicals, newspapers, expository essays, memoirs, historical narratives, editorials) and covering various source material (e.g. religious, political, cultural, folklore), write pr�cis of entire articles (mainly expository essays), etc.

The goals

Elementary

The materials used at this level are created entirely by the instructor. Students buy at cost bound copies of the text (321 pages for 16$ in 1998). At the end of this level students will have learned about 1200 vocabulary items (the list adjectives learned during the first semester is enclosed). The vocabulary is controlled, focuses mainly on familiar subjects, and is reinforced by its repeated use in dialogues conducted in classroom, in readings and in idiomatic expressions. At the end of the year students are expected to know basic courtesy formula and basic idiomatic expressions and to be able to use them effectively in actual social situations. They must be able to use correctly present and past tenses with appropriate adverbs and use present tense for future with the use of an adverb of time. They will show a reasonable competency in using perfect tenses in writing, but certain uses of this tense, particularly as far as the students' listening and speaking skills are concerned, will need reinforcement in the intermediate level. They know imperative and the basic use of the modal verbs. They will be able to ask questions with interrogative adverbs, adjectives and pronouns and to comprehend and answer such questions correctly. They will be able to maintain simple, coherent conversation, about familiar subjects (family relationships, weather, personal needs, housing, daily activities, university work, shopping, age, telling, the time, hobbies, addresses, calendar, numbers), using polite colloquial as well as standard expressions. They can understand simple messages on the radio concerning the weather, headline news, and the like, and can follow simple oral instruction. They know the cultural significance of formal/informal modes of expression and can use a number of basic such expressions effectively. They are able to read and comprehend any text containing familiar vocabulary and the grammar they have learned. They can use a bilingual dictionary, take simple notes, write brief messages, ask questions about the contents of a reading material, and write brief personal letters to the family and friends as well as short descriptive compositions (e.g. describing a trip, a city, a house, familiar objects, the university, daily activities). They can translate English sentences into Persian and vice versa within the vocabulary they have learned. They know some fundamental body language and gestures, particularly those that send messages in sharp contrast to what is under stood by them in this culture (e.g. the use of the thumb) and can deal with situations requiring basic cultural awareness (greetings, introducing themselves, sharing food, talking to elders, asking favors,. They know noun-adjective relationship, adverbs, ordinal and cardinal numbers, days of the week, past and present stems, past participle, present and past tenses, imperatives, and the basic use of modal verbs.

Intermediate

At the end of the second year students are expected to have increased their vocabulary repertoire by about 1500 words dealing with a variety of subjects ranging from survival needs to some technical terms. They can initiate and sustain a meaningful conversation using coherent short paragraphs. They understand reasonably well when native speakers talk to one another and are easily understood by them. They can orally describe concrete entities at some length using a variety of simple and complex sentences. They can also write fairly long coherent narratives and descriptive essays without major grammatical errors. They are able to express emotions (love, hate, anger, etc.) and write compositions elaborating in such topics. They will be able to sit through and comprehend a short Persian film that is not overloaded with slang expressions and then engage themselves in a simple discussion of its content and write a brief critical appraisal of it. They can understand a brief lecture in standard Persian about familiar subjects and can ask relevant questions. They will become familiar with nasta laq of Persian script and can read texts printed in it and comprehend them within the limits of the vocabulary they have learned. They can read adapted excerpts from classical texts, but can read and comprehend a modern short story or short novel with relative ease. They will have to use a dictionary, however. They can read and comprehend newspaper headlines, brief editorials, and news releases. They can write fairly long letters using a variety of information and combine idiomatic and formal expressions with few significant grammatical errors. They will know a number of commonly used proverbs and can use them properly both in writing and speaking. They can read short poems with a reasonable degree of appreciation. They will have a good grasp of the differences between formal and informal utterances of behavior. They are aware of major cultural conventions (body language, ta arof "formal pleasantries ") and can feel at home in situations requiring such awareness. They can comprehend a good part of the discussions on the Persian TV network. In their writing they can use all tenses as well as conditional and other forms of complex sentences. They can write descriptive short essays comparing different objects or events.

Advanced

At this level students use unadjusted material dealing with a variety of topics, including selection from contemporary as well as Persian literature. At the end of this level students are expected to have gained a good grasp of Persian grammar, to be able to narrate, explain, and describe events in past, present and future tenses. They know how compounds are formed, how various derivatives are made and their function, internal relationship of cognates and how the morphological function of a given word may change (adjective/adverb, noun/verb, adjective/noun, adjective/verb), various uses of stems and participles, and a very rudimentary knowledge of how to scan a poem. Students will be able to initiate and sustain discussion on a variety of subjects including the subjects they may not be quite familiar with. They can understand when native speakers talk and are understood perfectly by them. They can understand messages on the radio and can conduct a conversation on the phone. They can sustain an argument concerning current events, make statements and draw deduction to a certain degree, and make detailed concrete comparisons both in writing and speaking. They will be able to read nasta laq style of Persian script with ease and have become familiar with certain forms of calligraphy. They can follow with good comprehension finer points in a Persian movie without subtitles and then express critical opinions about it. They can read short stories, short novels, expository essays, newspaper editorials and news releases, and can write the summary of an essay. They can use Persian primary sources for scholarly purposes. They have a good understanding of Persian etiquette and can handle cultural situations effectively. They are quite familiar with the most familiar expressions in ta arof and the use of florid language in certain situations. They are well familiar with Persian currency and the culture of bargaining in stores.

Fourth year

This class is usually offered for the benefit of those students who have successfully completed the requirement of the advanced level and are interested in enriching their knowledge of Persian and their understanding of its cultural heritage by studying its classics. Students who have not taken the advanced course but can demonstrate to the instructor their proficiency in the language can also join this class. Long excerpts from various literary texts of the past, representing different genres and eras of Persian letters are studied (e.g. historical narratives, mirror for princes, poetry, mystical treatises, biographies, religious texts). Interest of the students is an important factor in the selection of texts. The texts are studied analytically with special attention given to stylistic features.
This class is particularly beneficial to the students engaged in research for their M.A. or PH.D. degrees.

To get more information , go to: mk12@columbia.edu

The university of Texas at Austin

Department of Middle Eastern Stud
Persian studies

Undergraduate program:
Students majoring in Persian language and literature are required to take 18 hours of courses beyond the first four semesters of Persian language (or the equivalent of these four semesters ) and one of year Arabic. Persian studies majors and students majoring in other areas but seeking to minor in Persian studies may take courses in area studies related to Persian, such as Iranian history, Introduction to Islam.

Graduate programs:

M.A. in Persian studies
Enrollment in the master's program assumes practical mastery of the modern Persian language and provides advanced survey work with literary texts and exposure to cultural and literary criticism. One year of Arabic is a program requirement. A total of thirty or thirty-three credit hours of graduate course work (which may include a maximum of nine upper-division, undergraduate hours) are required, as follows. M.A. with a thesis (thirty hours): (1) Persian Studies Research Methods and Bibliography, (2) a seminar in Iranian history, (3) Seminar/Workshop in Persian Literature Translation, (4) a survey of Persian literature from 1921 to the present, (5) a survey of classical Persian poetry, 900-1500, (6) a course on a topic in modern Persian literature,(7), a course on a topic in Persian language and culture, (8) a three- hour course in general literary criticism, and (9) a thesis for six credit- hours.

 M.A. with a report (thirty-three hours):
(1-8) same as above, (9) a course in Iranian studies, and (10) a Master's report for three credit hours. The Persian studies M.A. also allows for course work and a thesis or report emphasizing humanistic culture in general, rather than imaginative literature specifically. Such programs are designed and approved on a case-by case basis.

PH.D. in Persian studies
The Ph.D. program assumes an M.A. degree in Persian or its equivalent and adds depth and develops the capacity for independent scholarly research in the field. At least two years Arabic are required in the Persian Ph.D. program. A period of research in Iran is recommended. Students are admitted to candidacy for the Ph.D. upon successful completion of a qualifying examination. Doctoral candidates are expected to take two advanced courses in literary criticism through the English department or the program in comparative Literature, as well as selected relevant area studies courses in such field as art, history, and political science. The individual student's stated research interests define specific Persian course requirements.

To get more information, go to:  cmes@menic.utexaas.edu

University of Emory

Department of Middle Eastern
And
South Asian studies at Emory University
Spring 2003
 

PERS 102: Elementary Persian II

PERS 202: Intermediate Persian II

PERS 397R: Supervised Reading in Persian

PERS 102: Elementary Persian II


Samei, MWF 12:50- 1:40, TH 1:00-2:15, MAX 20

Content: continuation of Persian 101, focusing on speaking, reading and writing modern Persian.

Text:

* A General Course in Persian, Saffar Moghaddam
* Persian-English Dictionary, Haim
* Class handouts

Particulars: Persian 101 or consent of instructor. Requirements and grading: Students are expected to attend class, complete daily assignments and participate in class.
Grading: Class participation 20%, daily assignments 20%, quizzes 20%, midterm 20%, final 20%.

PERS 202: Intermediate Persian II

Lewis, MWF 12:50-1:40, M 5:00-6:30, MAX 15

Content: In this continuation of Persian 201, students gradually develop vocabulary and proficiency in reading and discussing modern short stories and poems, as well as in composing response papers in Persian on various themes. Listening skills are developed through Persian Circle.

Text:
* Haim's Persia-English Dictionary
* Millennium English-Persian Dictionary
* Class handouts

Particulars: Students are expected to attend and prepare for each class, complete daily assignments and perform a longer skit or presentation. Grading: class participation and preparation 20%, written compositions 10%, performance/skit 10%, quizzes 20%, midterm 20%, final 20%.

Prerequisite: completion of Persian 201 or consent of instructor required to register.

PERS 397R: Supervised Reading in Persian

Samei, MW3:00-4:15, M 5:00-6:30

Content: Supervised reading in Persian literary, historical or religious texts, or Persian newspapers and journals, in order to conduct specific research projects utilizing Persian sources.

Particulars: Persian 202 or consent of instructor. Grading will be based upon reading and translating of material selected, as well as written and oral presentations and a class project. The course can be used to satisfy the requirements for the Minor in Persian and the MES major.
Note: Elementary Persian I & Intermediate Persian I haven't been offered this semester!

To get more information , go to:
mes@emory.edu
Or
hsamei@emory.edu

SANDIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY

Extension Courses
Foreign languages

Prerequisite: None

This is a continuation of modern Persian 1. The course emphasizes the development of speaking, listening, and reading the Persian writing system. Students will work at acquiring practical vocabulary on every day topics and developing disc carrying out tasks in everyday situation in culturally appropriate ways. We will use authentic multimedia material, as language learning techniques. In-class assignments are varied and will include discussions between the whole class an partner work, small group activities, and individual and group presentation. The goal of the class is to have fun while I To register call (619) 594-5152.
 

Special Session Credit Course No. LING 296 (4units)
Credit schedule NO. 03SU 75316 EH (Section 1)
Dates: M-F , MAY 27-JULY 7, 9-11 am (Registration deadline: June 3)
Location: Business Administration & Mathematics 245
Fee: $220

To get more information, go to: extended.std@sdsu.edu

Michigan University/Department of near Eastern Studies
 

:: Programs

Persian
Persian Studies offers in-depth investigations in the areas of classical and contemporary Persian literature, Persian history, Persian and Iranian linguistics. Independent study courses are available in Old Persian, Avestan, and other areas not offered on a regular basis. This program is supported by courses in the departments of Anthropology, History, Political Sience, History of art, and Economics. Professional and research interests of the faculty include literary history, literary theory and criticism, history, historiography, linguistics and dialectology, and Iranian region. While the program chiefly prepares students for an academic career, interdisciplinary programs of study can be arranged for students interested in business and government employment.

To get more information, go to: lwolf@umic.edu

The Hagop Kevorkian Center
 

Summer 2003 Eastern Consortium in Persian and Turkishmer
June 16, 2003 through August 8, 2003
The Hagop Kevorkian Center at NYU will host the summer 2003 Eastern Consortium in Persian and Turkish, an intensive summer of language study.

Persian and Turkish language courses will be offered in two summer sessions of four weeks each: Session I will run from June 16 to July 11; Session II will run from July 14 to August 8.

Elementary I and Intermediate I levels of Persian will be offered in the first session; Elementary II and Intermediate II Persian in the second session.

Elementary I and II Turkish will be offered in the first and second session, respectively.

Classes will meet 4 hours per day, from 9:00am to 1:00pm, Monday through Friday.
Students may enroll in either Session I or II for one semester (4 credits), or both sessions for two semester (8 credits).

At the end of the summer, students who have enrolled in both sessions will have completed one year of language study and will have earned eight undergraduate credits. Students will be prepared to enter Intermediate or Advanced level courses in Fall 2003.

Tuition fellowships will be available for students to attend the Eastern Consortium. The summer language programs of the Eastern Consortium will meet the requirements for students who plan to study under FLAS (Foreign Language and Area Studies) Fellowships.

Admissions and fellowship applications will be available by contacting the Center at: kevorkian.center@nyu.edu

Or (212)998-8877 and can be downloaded from this site (see below).
For additional information, please contact Bill Carrick at the above mail address, by telephone at (212) 998-8877, or by email at:
kevorkian.center@nyu.edu

Washington University near eastern languages & civilization

College of arts and sciences near eastern languages & civilization Persian

PRSAN 404 Intensive Persian for Native Speakers (15) VLPA Karimi-Hakkak

Enables students with a degree of proficiency in spoken Persian to read and write, to translate rudimentary texts, and to conceptualize the use of the formal style of composition. Reading, writing, and comprehension, particularly of handwritten manuscripts of the scribal tradition. Also covers calligraphy, translation, journalistic prose, and other facets of the language and the script. Offered: S.

PRSAN 411 Elementary Persian (5)
Conversation, pronunciation, and graded reading. Persian alphabet and basic sentence constructions. Offers rudimentary conversational and reading ability with a vocabulary of about two thousand words.

PRSAN 412 Elementary Persian (5)
Conversation, pronunciation, and graded reading. Persian alphabet and basic sentence constructions. Offers rudimentary conversational and reading ability with a vocabulary of about two thousand words. Prerequisite: PRSAN 411.
 

PRSAN 413 Elementary Persian (5)
Conversation, pronunciation, and graded reading. Persian alphabet and basic sentence constructions. Offers rudimentary conversational and reading ability with a vocabulary of about two thousand words. Prerequisite: PRSAN 412.

PRSAN 421 Intermediate Persian (5) VLPA
Reading of simple texts with emphasis on reading and writing, conversation skills, grammar, and syntax. Builds a vocabulary of standard Persian in preparation for advanced reading and comprehension of literary texts. Prerequisite: PRSAN 413


PRSAN 422 Intermediate Persian (5) VLPA
Reading of simple texts with emphasis on reading and writing, conversation skills, grammar, and syntax. Builds a vocabulary of standard Persian in preparation for advanced reading and comprehension of literary texts. Prerequisite: PRSAN 421.

PRSAN 423 Intermediate Persian (5) VLPA
Reading of simple texts with emphasis on reading and writing, conversation skills, grammar, and syntax. Builds a vocabulary of standard Persian in preparation for advanced reading and comprehension of literary texts. Prerequisite: PRSAN 422.

PRSAN 431 Advanced Persian (3) VLPA
Designed to improve reading and writing skills. Graded reading and writing and exposure to the writing system, textual history, newspaper reading, and translation. Cultural materials presented as appropriate. The art of calligraphy introduced. For students with a degree of proficiency in spoken Persian. Prerequisite: PRSAN 423.

PRSAN 432 Advanced Persian (3) VLPA
Designed to improve reading and writing skills. Graded reading and writing and exposure to the writing system, textual history, newspaper reading, and translation. Cultural materials presented as appropriate. The art of calligraphy introduced. For students with a degree of proficiency in spoken Persian. Prerequisite: PRSAN 431.

PRSAN 433 Advanced Persian (3) VLPA
Designed to improve reading and writing skills. Graded reading and writing and exposure to the writing system, textual history, newspaper reading, and translation. Cultural materials presented as appropriate. The art of calligraphy introduced. For students with a degree of proficiency in spoken Persian. Prerequisite: PRSAN 432.

PRSAN 451 Introduction Persian Literature (3) VLPA Karimi-Hakkak
Selected texts from modern and classical Persian poetry and prose. Provides insights into Iranian culture and its past and present achievements in literature. Prepares the student for a more comprehensive and critical study of Persian literature. Prerequisite: PRSAN 423.

To get more information, go to: nearest@u.washington.edu