1	Name of the institution
	Washington University
2	City, State where institution is located
	St. Louis, Missouri
3	Country
	United States of America
4	Institution's webpage (URL)
	https://wustl.edu/
5	Department Web Page / URL (If Any)
	https://bulletin.wustl.edu/undergrad/artsci/hindi/
6	Course 1 (Name of the Course)
	L73 Hindi 111D Beginning Hindi I
7	Course 1 - Short Description or URL
	An introduction to the most widely spoken language of South Asia. The aim of this course is to achieve proficiency in spoken comprehension, and to enable the student to acquire the major language skills--listening, speaking, reading, and writing. A standard text, web-based materials, a reader prepared by the instructor, as well as audio materials are used, with equal emphasis on both spoken and written Hindi. The language presented in the course is colloquial. The Hindi (Devanagari) script will be taught as part of the same class. Please note: There are no prerequisites (no previous knowledge of Hindi is required). Students with some previous Hindi language background must take a placement examination.
8	Course 2 (Name of the Course)
	L73 Hindi 112D Beginning Hindi II
9	Course 2 - Short Description or URL
	Continuation of Beginning Hindi I, devoted to the further development of basic skills--listening, speaking, reading, and writing--with a particular emphasis on the acquisition of speaking proficiency. PREREQ: Grade of B- or better in L73 111D Beginning Hindi I or placement by examination.
10	Course 3 (Name of the Course)
	L73 Hindi 202 Intermediate Hindi II
11	Course 3 - Short Description or URL
	This course is a continuation of Intermediate Hindi I. In this course, special emphasis is given especially to communicative skill development, that is, use of language in various socio-cultural contexts. It is designed to further develop skills in speaking and reading comprehension. Students engage in multiple activities such as role-playing, debate and discussion to enhance spoken language skills. A standard text, web-based materials, and a reader prepared by the instructor, as well as audio and visual materials are used. PREREQ: Grade of B- or better in L73 201 Intermediate Hindi I or placement by examination.
12	Course 4 (Name of the Course)
	L73 Hindi 219 Hindi for Heritage Speakers
13	Course 4 - Short Description or URL
	This course will focus on reading and writing for students who already speak Hindi. Starting with the Devanagari script, we will then cover the basics of Hindi grammar. After completing this course, students should take the Hindi placement test to determine their next course in Hindi.
14	Course 5 (Name of the Course)
	L73 Hindi 299 Undergraduate Independent Study
16	Course 6 (Name of the Course)
	L73 Hindi 301 Third Level Hindi I
17	Course 6 - Short Description or URL
	This course is designed to help students gain advanced proficiency in the oral and written use of Hindi through reading and discussion of short stories, newspaper articles, and other selected materials.. Students will engage in discussions and debates based on these readings as well as current topics, to improve spoken and conversational language skills. Group and project-based learning is encouraged to enhance students' critical thinking in Hindi. PREREQ: Grade of B- or better in L72 202 Intermediate Hindi II or placement by examination.
18	Course 7 (Name of the Course)
	L73 Hindi 302 Third Level Hindi II
19	Course 7 - Short Description or URL
	A continuation of Third Level Hindi I, this course is designed to further enhance students' advanced proficiency in the oral and written use of Hindi language. Students are exposed to a variety of readings such as short stories and plays by renowned authors, magazine and newspaper articles, other selected readings and visuals. Students will engage in discussions and debates based on these readings to improve spoken and conversational language skills. Group and project based learning is encouraged to enhance students' critical thinking in Hindi. PREREQ: Grade of B- or better in L73 301 Third Level Hindi I or placement by examination.
22	Professor 1 - Name
	Meera Jain
23	Professor 1 - Title / URL
	https://jimes.wustl.edu/people/meera-jain
24	Professor 2 - Name
	Madhavi Verma
25	Professor 2 - Title / URL
	https://jimes.wustl.edu/people/madhavi-verma

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