Classes

• The Umóⁿhoⁿ-Póⁿka Summer Institute welcomes everyone who loves the language, whatever their language level. The learners’ track is designed for beginners, whereas fluent speakers and current teachers are encouraged to take the teachers’ track.

  Students in each track attend two classes per day: one in the morning (9am – 12.15pm), and one in the afternoon (1.15pm – 4.30pm).

  

  Learners’ track

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    Communicative Omaha-Ponca I Always been meaning to learn the language? This crash course gives beginners a strong foundation in vocabulary, building basic sentences and holding simple conversations. Using activities from the brand new Umóⁿhoⁿ Íye-wathe! Let’s Speak Omaha! Level 1 textbook, students will learn to introduce themselves, describe the natural world, discuss kinship and more – all in the language! Course code: OMA 110 - Communicative Umaha-Ponca I

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    Omaha-Ponca Phonology I This is a beginning course, which will introduce students to the basic structure, grammar and phonetics of the Omaha language. Also discussion of Omaha cultural tradition. Course code:OMA 101 - Omaha-Ponca Phonology I

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  Teachers’ track

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    Omaha-Ponca Phonology I This is a beginning course, which will introduce students to the basic structure, grammar and phonetics of the Omaha language. Also discussion of Omaha cultural tradition. Course code: OMA 101 - Omaha-Ponca Phonology I

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    Teaching Omaha-Ponca Level 1 – Methods Learning a language is a life-long journey that can begin at any time. This class will give you the tips and tricks to start your journey off in the right way. We'll be looking at methods for learning vocabulary, testing yourself, and holding conversation in the language. We'll also explore methods of teaching the language, so you can share your journey with others. Course code: OMA 110 - Teaching Omaha-Ponca Level 1 Methods

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