HMG 1011 - Beginning Hmong I

Credits: 5
Hours/Week: Lecture 5 Lab None
Course Description: This course introduces students to basic Hmong language and aspects of Hmong culture and tradition. This course will set the foundation of learning the Hmong language for any student with limited language/literacy background in Hmong. Coursework includes introductory grammar, oral-expression, aural comprehension, and reading. Course topics include Hmong Romanized Popular Alphabet (RPA), Hmong history and culture, and Hmong grammar.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): None
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

Hmong Language

1.1 Introduction to Hmong Romanized Popular Alphabet (RPA).

1.2 Tonal marks

Grammar

2.1 Adjectives

2.2 Question and answer format

2.3 Verb tense

2.4 Syntax structure

2.5 Pronouns

Speaking and Communication Strategies

3.1 Introducing self and people

3.2 Talking about majors and professions

3.3 Talking about family

3.4 Making phone calls

3.5 Taking messages

Hmong History and Culture

4.1 History of different Hmong alphabets

4.2 Countries and their different varieties of Hmong

4.3 Customs

4.4 Traditions
Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, students will be able to:

explain Hmong Romanized Popular Alphabet (RPA) and its history.
demonstrate basic reading and writing skills in Hmong.
demonstrate basic speaking and listening skills within specific contexts.
demonstrate basic knowledge of Hmong grammar.
discuss aspects of Hmong culture in different parts of the world.

Competency 1 (1-6)
None
Competency 2 (7-10)
None

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HMG 1011 - Beginning Hmong I