BURM 3309 - Advanced Readings in Burmese (Myanmar) I

(GB) Satisfies Option 1.

Fall. 3 credits (may be repeated for credit). Letter grades only (no audit).

Prerequisite: BURM 3302 or permission of instructor.

Y. Khaing.

This course will further advance the student’s reading skills and, if needed, writing as well. Burmese texts of advanced-level complexity will be read, analyzed, and translated to English. A certain amount of discussion in Burmese is also part of the course, but the primary objective is to learn to read and understand the typical texts that appear on websites about current events, cultural trends, news from around the world, as well as short literary works by contemporary authors. Heritage speakers of Burmese as well as students who are learning Burmese as a foreign language are welcome. Reading materials are selected depending on the needs and interests of the students and differ from year to year.