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MELANG 513 - Readings in Akkadian
Fall 2021, Section 001
Instruction Mode: Section 001 is  In Person (see other Sections below)
Subject: Middle East Languages (MELANG)
Department: LSA Middle East Studies
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Details

Credits:
3
Waitlist Capacity:
99
Consent:
With permission of instructor.
Enforced Prerequisites:
MELANG 420.
Repeatability:
May not be repeated for credit.
Primary Instructor:
Beckman,Gary M

Description

Introduction to the Semitic language of ancient Babylonia and to the cuneiform writing system. The first term (NESLANG 420) concentrates on a presentation of basic grammar, and the second term (NESLANG 513) on the reading of several ancient texts in cuneiform.

Course Requirements:

Grammatical lectures, student recitation, homework assignments. Weekly quizzes, midterm, and final examination.

Class Format:

As a DC (Distance due to COVID) course, all aspects of this course will be fully compatible with remote online learning. Students must be available for virtual class meetings during assigned class times.

Schedule

MELANG 513 - Readings in Akkadian
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001 (REC)
 In Person
31037
Open
4
 
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W 1:00PM - 4:00PMARR
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