THAI - Intermediate

Fulfills the L&S breadth requirements in International Studies.

Intermediate Thai Language and Culture 

Intermediate Thai 100A continues to integrate cultural awareness into language education. In this semester, the emphasis shifts from the concrete to the abstract. Students will begin to read and write compound sentences, formal essays, and letters. For immersion, opportunities to practice speaking with native speakers are provided regularly. Students will also watch Thai films throughout the semester. Using Thai as language of instruction will gradually increase up to 50% towards the end of the semester. By the end of the semester, students should achieve literacy level equivalent to 4th grade in Thai school. 

Prerequisite:  Thai 1B (Upper Introductory Thai) or equivalent, by consent of instructor.  At least medium fluency in spoken and written Thai. Ability to conduct small talk with sufficient fluency. Ability to read and write equivalent to 2nd grade level in Thai school.