World Language, Khmer (KHMER)

KHMER 9        5 units  
Khmer for Heritage Speakers  
90 hours lecture  
Recommended Preparation: Heritage Learner with at least low-intermediate speaking/listening ability determined through oral interview with instructor.  
Grading: letter grade or pass/no pass.  

This course is the first semester of intermediate Khmer. It develops reading and writing skills of Heritage Khmer speakers. The Khmer 9 course also increases student’s oral proficiency and understanding of Khmer cultural practices. Students explore Khmer colloquial usage and common spellings to gain an understanding of how to use Khmer characters in word formation. This course includes extensive analysis of the Khmer writing system, conventions in spelling, and key vocabulary delivered through a culturally rich content and community-based learning.

Transferable to both UC and CSU; see counselor for limitations  
KHMER 10        5 units  
Khmer for Heritage Speakers  
90 hours lecture  
Grading: letter grade or pass/no pass.  

This course is the second semester of intermediate Khmer for native speakers of the language. It continues to develop reading and writing skills of native Khmer speakers and increases oral proficiency. Students explore Khmer history and culture in Pre-Angkorian, Angkorian, and Post-Angkorian periods. This course also includes extensive analysis of the Khmer writing system, conventions in spelling, and key vocabulary.

Transferable to both UC and CSU; see counselor for limitations