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Ukrainian Language Competencies 1992 DOCUMENT RESUME Peace Corps Ukrainian Language Competencies 1992 DOCUMENT RESUME ED 353 811 FL 020 888 AUTHOR Pylypiuk, Natalia; And Others TITLE Ukrainian: Language Competencies for Peace Corps Volunteers in Ukraine. INSTITUTION Peace Corps, Washington, D.C. PUB DATE Aug 92 NOTE 253p. PUB TYPE Guides Classroom Use Instructioaal Materials (For Learner) (051) EDRS PRICE MFO1 /PC11 Plus Postage. DESCRIPTORS Alphabets; Classroom Communication; Competency Based Education; Cultural Context; Cultural Traits; *Daily Living Skills; Dialogs (Language); Family Life; Food; Foreign Countries; Government (Administrative Body); *Grammar; Independent Study; *Intercultural Communication; Job Skills; Monetary Systems; Non Roman Scr:pts; Phonology; *Pronunciation; Public Agencies; Transportation; *Ukrainian; *Uncommonly Taught Languages; Vocabulary Development; Volunteer Training IDENTIFIERS Peace Corps; *Ukraine ABSTRACT The text is designed for classroom and self-study of Ukrainian by Peace Corps volunteers training to serve in the Ukraine. It consists of language and culture lessons on 12 topics: personal identification; classroom communication; conversation with a host family; food; getting and giving directions, and public transportation; the communications system; shopping; social situations; housing; workplace language; medical and health assistance; and use of community services. An introductory section outlines major phonological and grammatical characteristics of the Ukrainian language and features of the Cyrillic alphabet. Subsequent sections contain the language lessons, organized by topic and each introduced with cultural notes. Each lesson consists of a prescribed competency, a brief dialogue, vocabulary list, and notes on grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, and spelling. Appended materials include a list of the competencies in English, definitions of grammatical terms, more extensive notes on declensions and verb conjugations, and topical vocabulary lists. (MSE) *********************************************************************** Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be made from the original document. *******************************************°.*********.***************** .E.....Mb. Ito i OP EDUCATION U II DEPARTMREeNmTatch goo irnorovemont OAK o/ Educatroom INFORMATION EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES CENTER (EIRCI min reproduced is 4sTMS documOnt Ms nocimvfoll from IM potion or Of stan.aOon orrornat.og 4 Pv bairn macie 10.tvtlifOv C Molar changes rrodoct.On cluamy stfitO 4, MS 000 u- points of v or oomons ofIrcrol mint dO not MOOS:APtty mor000nt OERI mortar+ or 004 x i ...111....._ PEACE CORPS OF THE UNITED STATES DIRECTOR Dear Peace Corps Volunteer in Ukraine: This Ukrainian language text is a very important tool for properly preparing Peace Corps Volunteers for service in Ukraine. Your time of service in Ukraine will be of great benefit to the people of that vast and historic land. Knowing the language is of course a key element in our programs everywhere and I hope that you keep this text with you for quick and easy reference at all times. This text is designed to put you at ease in the Ukrainian culture by making you as conversant as possible, as rapidly as possible, with the most immediate and day-to- day kinds of language situations you are apt to encounter in your tour in Ukraine. I would like to take this opportunity to thank each of you for your service to Peace Corps, the people of Ukraine and the people of the United States. Your gift of yourself is truly appreciated. Sincerely, Elaine L. Chao 1990 K STREET, N.W. WASHINGTON, D.C. 20526 3 `';`'el. PEACE CORPS OF THE UNITED STATES Acknowledgments This book is one of five Peace Corps language texts prepared under the supervision of Nancy Clair in mid-1992. It is hoped that this draft will be helpful in the initial language training for Volunteers in Ukraine. Most language text books take years to complete; this text was planned, written, and printed in less than four months. Working at a great distance from the country where this language is to be learned and spoken by the Volunteers, the authors havegone to great lengths to provide authentic language and as much useful explanatory material as possible. The book will certainly benefit from revisions, additions, and improvements in subsequent editions, but we are proud to have this volume ready foruse by the first group of PCVs to serve in Ukraine. It is the result of work not only by the author, but also by Nancy Clair and staff at Peace Corps Washington headquarters, especially, Toni Sorge and Janet Paz- Castillo, Training Officers for PACEM. The textbook projectwas initiated by PACEM Regional Director, Jerry Leach. I have been responsible if;-/r editing the English prose and providing technicz1 support. Douglas F. Gilzow Language Training Specialist Office of Training and Program Support August 1992 1990 K. STREET N.W. WASHINGTON, D.C. 20526 k 4 Preface This book is intended to be used in a competency-based language training program. A competency-based approach to language training is one which focuses on the specific tasks that learners will need to accomplish through language. This approach focuses not only on language, but also on the cultural context and purpose of the communication. Some competencies are closely tied to work tasks, such as reporting an absence, explaining a procedure, or making an appointment with a supervisor. Others reflect basic survival needs like buying food, handling emergencies, and using local transportation. Still other competencies are part of ordinary social transactions, such as discussing home and family, requesting clarification, or expressing likes and dislikes. The competencies included in this book are those which we anticipate Peace Corps Volunteers will need most during their initial months in the country. The competency-based approach is particularly well-suited to adult learners, who bring many advantages to the language classroom. First, they are experienced learners whose cognitive skills are fully developed. This means they can make generalizations, understand semantic and syntactic relationships and integrate the new language into their already developed first language. Second, adult learners are self-directed and independent. They have strong feelings about how and what they need to learn, and they take responsibility for that learning. Finally, adult learnersespecially Peace Corps Volunteersare highly motivated. They understand the importance of being able to communicate in the new language in this new endeavor they have undertaken. The competency-based approach takes advantage of these strengths that adults ha.,t as language learners. First, it is designed to be relevant. Because lessons are based dirxtly on the needs of the learner, there should be no doubt as to their usefulness. Those which are not relevant should be omitted, and any essential competencies which have been overlooked should be added. (It is expected that further needs assessments will be conducted in order to plan revisions to this text). Second, basing instruction on competencies means that goals are clear and concrete. The learners know what success will look like from the start and can assess their own progress toward mastery of the competencies. Third, competency-based language programs are flexible in terms of time, learning style, and instructional techniques. There is no need to linger over a lesson once mastery of a competency has been demonstrated and, within program constraints, extra time can be devoted to more difficult competencies. Lessons canand shouldbe taught through a variety of 5 techniques, since different learners benefit from different kinds of approaches. And there is always room for experimenting with new methods, combining them with more familiar ones. It is hoped that, with the help of trained Peace Corps language instructors, this book will provide the basis for interesting, relevant language instruction which will enable new Peace Corps Volunteers to function effectively in their new surroundings and to begin the process of continuing their language learning throughout their time of service. TABLE OF CONTENTS BRIEF INTRODUCTION TO THE UKRAINIAN LANGUAGE 1 The Ukrainian Sound System and its Alphabet 3 The Ukrainian Alphabet 8 Parts of Speech 9 The Ukrainian Verb System 14 Sentences 23 TOPICS AND COMPETENCIES TOPIC I: PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION 25 Culture Note: The Ukrainians 27 Competencies: (1) To introduce and identify self. 30 (2) To greet and be greeted. 32 (3) To say good bye. 35 (4) To inquire about the well-being of a friend. 37 TOPIC 2: CLASSROOM ORIENTATION 39 CULTURE NOTE: The Ukrainian Educational System 41 Competencies: (1) To respond to the teacher's instructions. 43 (2) To request explanation of a word. 46 W To express lack of understanding, and to request repetition of a phrase. 48 (4) To state reasons for being late. 51 (5) To express gratitude. 54 TOPIC 3: CONVERSATION WITH HOST FAMILY 57 Culture Note: The Ukrainian Family Today 59 Competencies: (1) To respond to questions concerning one's age, status and profession. 61 (2) To ask questions concerning the host family. 64 (3) To describe one's own family. 67 (4) To identify daily routines of the host family. 70 i 7 TOPIC 4: FOOD 75 Culture Note: Food, Tradition and the Economy 77 Competencies: (1) To order food in a restaurant. 80 (2) To ask about the most popular food items. 83 (3) To describe one's own likes in food. 86 (4) To raise a toast and describe one'sown likes and dislikes in beverages. 89 TOPIC 5: DIRECTIONS AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT 93 CULTURE NOTE: Getting from One Place to Another 95 Competencies: (1) To ask for information regardinga specific location. (2) To determine the destination ofa bus and the best 97 means of transportation to a designated address. 100 (3) To buy tickets. 102 (4) To exit at the right stop. 105 (5) To hire a taxi. 107 (6) To ask for directions. 109 TOPIC 6: COMMUNICATIONS 113 CULTURE NOTE: An Outdated System of Communications 115 Competencies: (1) To get one's party on the line andto leave a message. 116 (23) To make use of the inter-city telephonesystem. 119 () To ask the overseas operator for assistance.
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