Presents the elements of the grammar and vocabulary of Cree as spoken in central Canada and will introduce the oral literary tradition associated with it. Its objective will be to develop elementary competence in the language and a basic acquaintance with Cree culture and traditions.
Continues the study of the Y dialect of Cree at the intermediate level, with increased emphasis on Cree literary traditions. The structure of transitive verbs, noun inflections, various interrogative forms, imperatives, subjunctives and complex syntactic forms will be treated. Textual material will be analyzed and discussed.
Special Topics
These courses are offered occasionally by visiting
faculty and in other special situations. Students interested in these courses should contact the department for more information.