Intensive Elementary Russian

Harvard Summer School

RUSS S-AAB

Section 1

CRN 36130

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This intensive course provides a comprehensive introduction to modern Russian language and culture for those who would like to speak Russian or use the language for reading and research. Designed for students without any previous knowledge of Russian, the course stresses all four major communicative skills (speaking, listening comprehension, reading, and writing). Students are introduced to Russian culture through readings, screenings, and class discussions. This course prepares students to continue in Russian at the intermediate level or for study or travel abroad in Russian-speaking countries.

Credits: 8

Term

Summer Term 2026

Part of Term

Full Term

Format

Live Attendance Web Conference

Credit Status

Graduate, Noncredit, Undergraduate

Section Status

Open

Instructor Info

Steven Clancy, PhD

Senior Lecturer on Slavic Languages and Literatures, Harvard University

Meeting Info

MTWThF 9:00am - 12:00pm (6/22 - 8/7)
MTWTh 1:00pm - 2:45pm (6/22 - 8/7)

Participation Option: Online Synchronous

Deadlines

Last day to register:

Notes

This course meets via web conference. Students must attend and participate at the scheduled meeting time. See minimum technology requirements. Harvard College students: This course is eligible for degree credit, but see important policy information.

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All Sections of this Course

CRN	Section #	Participation Option(s)	Instructor	Section Status	Meets	Term Dates
36130	1	Online Synchronous	Steven Clancy	Open	MTWThF 9:00am - 12:00pm MTWTh 1:00pm - 2:45pm	Jun 22 to Aug 7

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