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PERSIAN-I

Course
PERS101 - PERSIAN-I
Department
School of Foreign Languages
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
3
ECTS
4
T+P+L
3 + 0 + 0
Course Coordinator(s)
-
Prerequisite
-
Keywords

Course Description

This course is an introduction to the Persian language with basic grammar and sentence structures. The aim of this course is to motivate students to increase their interest in the Persian language to achieve language skills which are listening, reading, speaking and writing. The students are introduced to the sounds and letters of the Persian alphabet, the personal pronouns, different types of nouns and adjectives, possessive adjectives, the Present Simple and Present Continuous tense through affirmative sentences, negative sentences and questions, days of the week, months, numbers, wh- question words, interrogative pronouns and their usage. The course also aims to enable students to acquire necessary vocabulary, to understand the gist of what is being said and to make sense of connected speech at basic levels

PERSIAN-I

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Course outcomes

  1. 01 1. be able to recall the sounds and letters of the Persian alphabet.
  2. 02 2. be able to reproduce basic grammar and sentence structures in the Persian language.
  3. 03 3. be able to separate different tenses in Persian language.
  4. 04 4. be able to generate short sentences in the Persian language.

Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Introduction to the Course, planning and organization
Week 2 The Persian alphabet.
Week 3 "Introduce yourself: Where are you from?
Week 4 Is Iran or canada larger ?
Week 5 How many provinces does Iran have ?
Week 6 what do you know about Noruz?
Week 7 review chapters 1-5
Week 8 Midterm exam (18-28 november)
Week 9 what day is the weekend in Iran ?
Week 10 what is your favorite sport?
Week 11 Do you hagglle ?
Week 12 what kind is your university ?
Week 13 Presentation of term projects
Week 14 Review
Week 15 Final exam (13-23 January)

Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 Farsi shirin ast.
  2. 02 persian vocabulary

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes

  1. P01 Demonstrate an understanding of the core subfields of psychology — including but not limited to clinical, developmental, cognitive, social, and biological/neuroscientific psychology — and their interconnections with other scientific disciplines, critically evaluating the value of a multidisciplinary approach to scientific inquiry in psychology.
  2. P02 Apply scientific methods, research techniques, measurement and psychometric principles (e.g., reliability, validity, scale development/adaptation), and quantitative/statistical reasoning to investigate psychological phenomena, recognizing methodological strengths, limitations, common reasoning fallacies, and the flaws of pseudoscience.
  3. P03 Employ logical, intuitive, and creative thinking to analyze psychological concepts, evaluate theories (including their historical and philosophical development), synthesize information, and solve complex problems related to cognition and behavior.
  4. P04 Integrate psychological theories and findings into practical settings (e.g., business, policy, clinical/counseling contexts, and daily life), applying foundational applied skills such as interviewing, observation, and case formulation, drawing meaningful conclusions to inform individual, organizational, and societal practices.
  5. P05 Describe key ethical principles in psychological research and practice, critically applying these principles to dilemmas across academic, professional, and everyday contexts.
  6. P06 Recognize how individual differences (e.g., beliefs, values, backgrounds) impact behavior and relationships; use psychological knowledge to prevent or resolve intercultural and interpersonal conflicts and promote inclusive, respectful interactions.
  7. P07 Exhibit self-regulation and self-awareness, demonstrating a commitment to psychological well-being, effective time management, constructive incorporation of feedback, and ongoing personal and professional development.
  8. P08 Collaborate effectively in diverse teams, demonstrating responsibility, bias awareness, conflict resolution skills, and leadership in achieving collective goals.
  9. P09 Communicate psychological knowledge clearly and appropriately for academic, professional, and public audiences using inclusive language, both in written and oral formats, and by accurately summarizing and presenting research findings.
  10. P10 Use information and communication technologies (including AI and digital media) responsibly and effectively for research, collaboration, and the dissemination of psychological knowledge.
  11. P11 Embrace lifelong learning and adaptability in response to evolving psychological knowledge and societal needs, engaging with global perspectives and demonstrating intercultural awareness.

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