NSYL-131 - Special Topics - Nsyilxcen Immersion (previous NSYL 151 or INST 192) - 3.00 Credits
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Course Details
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This course uses a special topics approach to expose and immerse students in the Nsyilxcen language. Students will enhance their basic knowledge and ability to speak the Nsyilxcen language within a topical context. Students will gain sufficient knowledge to understand, listen and speak sufficient vocabulary related to each special topic. Special topics may include one or more of the following: medicine protocols, roots, berries, feasts, and hunting/fishing protocols, depending on the time of year the course is conducted.
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Part of the:UNIVERSITY TRANSFER Department
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Available/Required in the following Programs:Nsyilxcen Language Fluency Certificate Program - Certificate Completion Plan
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Course Outline
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Instructors Qualifications:
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Relevant Master's Degree or Equivalent
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Office Hours:
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1.5 per week
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Contact Hours:
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45
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Student Evaluation
Procedure:
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Assignments 50-70%, Final 30-50%, Total 100%. Grading procedures follow NVIT policy.
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Learning Outcomes:
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Upon successful completion of this course students should be able to:
- demonstrate use of basic vocabulary skills that include Nsyilxcen words for the types of supplies that are required for various topics ( i.e. hunting trips, fishing trips, etc.);
- demonstrate an ability to interact in the topic with mentors through the use of basic Nsyilxcen vocabulary related to each topic;
- demonstrate an ability to verbalize Nsyilxcen specific key words associated with selected topics as appropriate for course deliveries; and
- demonstrate an ability to increase Nsyilxcen knowledge of special topics including that may include cultural phrases and contexts, gathering foods, feasts, tool making, arts and everyday interactions.
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Transfer Credits:
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For more information visit: www.bctransferguide.ca
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Other Information:
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