Russian for business professionals-Vol. I

This is an introductory video which explains what we have in this course and why we have it. You'll understand the structure of the course, its logic and what to expect in one month time.

This lesson is providing guidance on how to start studying Russian language.  Begin learning to read & pronounce Russian words. 

Lesson 1. has the following supporting material:

- 3 PDFs

- 2 videos

During this lesson we'll introduce few useful words and questions and explain the concept of our course. You'll know what we call "Lego style" and why this approach to studies may be useful for you.

Lesson 2. has the following supporting material:

- 2 PDFs

- 1 audio

- 1 video

- 1 doc

Many studies suggests that there may be a hope for those who struggle to get a grip of a foreign language - they should try singing it instead. Adults who sang words or short phrases from a foreign language while learning were twice as good at speaking it later. This lesson has also a part that says a bit more about Russia.

Lesson 3. has the following supporting material:

- 1 video

- 2 PDFs

You'll learn how to make your first sentences. They'll be based on the phrases introduced during previous lessons.

Lesson 4. has the following supporting material:

- 3 PDFs

- 3 videos

In this lesson you will listen, read and learn from the song.

Lesson 5. has the following supporting material:

- 1 audio

- 2 PDFs

- 1 video   

- 1 doc

Among useful information that you'll have today, you'll find short and sweet versions of well-known Russian names. These details make the difference in your communication with Russian people.

Lesson 6. has the following supporting material:

- 3 PDFs

- 3 videos

The main grammar rule of today is the simplest way to make negative sentences. You'll get it fast and remember forever.

Lesson 7. has the following supporting material:

- 1 audio

-  2 PDFs

- 1 video   

- 1 doc

Along with new words and some grammar we'll also give you an idea on the main Russian holidays.

Lesson 8. has the following supporting material:

- 3 PDFs

- 3 videos  

You'll learn many new words and how to use the same words in a different situations. Today we'll start reading sentences.

Lesson 9. has the following supporting material:

-  2 videos

-  2 PDFs

If the previous lesson was about words, this lesson is about sentences. We'll read many new and "old" sentences and with every day you'll feel more and more comfortable with them.

Lesson 10. has the following supporting material:

- 3 PDFs

- 3 videos

This lesson will introduce to you numbers and will teach you about the time. What time is it? How to express yourself in a correct and proper way? etc.

Lesson 11. has the following supporting material:

- 1 audio

-  2 PDFs

- 1 video 

Today you'll learn about names, patronymics and Russia's leaders of the ХХ century.

Lesson 12. has the following supporting material:

- 3 PDF's

- 2 audios

- 2 videos 

- 1 doc

We repeat the verbs and adjectives and find out how to distinguish the genders from nouns. You will learn a few fascinating facts about Hermitage.

Lesson 13. has the following supporting material:

- 2 PDFs

- 1 video   

- 1 audio

Today, we pay attention to the feminine gender of nouns and adjectives. You'll also learn new words.

Lesson 14. has the following supporting material:

- 2 audios

- 3 PDFs

- 2 videos  

- 1 doc

While repeating new words we'll pay attention to possessive pronouns. This is also Russian geography lesson.

Lesson 15. has the following supporting material:

-  2 PDFs

- 1 video 

- 1 audio

In this lesson you'll learn a new structure of negative sentences and the grammar rules. You'll also learn new facts about Russian geography.

Lesson 16. has the following supporting material:

- 3 PDFs

- 2 audios

- 2 videos   

- 1 doc file

You'll understand that you can already make over 100 sentences in Russian. The lesson will also provide the information on Christianisation.

Lesson 17. has the following supporting material:

- 1 audio

-  2 PDFs

- 1 video

We'll go through all the information you need to digest and practice.

Lesson 18. has the following supporting material:

- 3 PDFs

- 2 videos  

- 1 audio

You'll learn to make more complicated sentences. Now you can combine 2-3 adjectives in one sentence.  We'll teach you about Russian literature etc.

Lesson 19. has the following supporting material:

- 2 videos

- 2 PDFs

- 1 audio   

You'll practice conversation, continue learning grammar and new words . This is also the lesson of geology.

Lesson 20. has the following supporting material:

- 2 PDFs

- 1 video  

- 1 audio

During last ten lesson of our course we'll pay much attention on the conversational practice. You'll understand how much you already know and you'll be able to apply your theoretical knowledge into practice.

Lesson 21. has the following supporting material:

- 2 PDFs

- 1 audio

- 1 video   

In this lesson you'll not only learn numbers but use them to say the current time. You'll further learn about Kremlin.

Lesson 22. has the following supporting material:

- 1 PDF

- 1 audio    

- 1 doc

You'll make sure you can use the verb "to go" in different forms. You'll learn by heart some useful sentences. This lesson also provides few not very known facts about Russian history.

Lesson 23. has the following supporting material:

- 2 PDFs

- 2 audios

- 1 video  

We'll go through the verbs as you need to feel free with some expressions that can be used right away. You'll learn about Russian city: St. Petersbourg.

Lesson 24. has the following supporting material:

- 1 PDF

- 1 audio

Use your new knowledge and put it into practice. Speak with your Russian business clients, friends and colleagues: It is time to talk! In this lesson you'll also explore old Russian architecture.

Lesson 25. has the following supporting material:

- 1 PDF

- 1 audio

You'll learn new words together with nice music and talented singers.

Lesson 26. has the following supporting material:

- 1 PDF

- 1 audio

In addition to grammar and conversational exercises you'll learn some cultural information that will help you in communication with Russians..

Lesson 27. has the following supporting material:

- 2 PDFs

- 1 audio

- 1 video

We'll focus on using past tense.  You'll complete our mini-course on signs and superstitions. Now you are ready to discuss all around this subject with your Russian friends.

Lesson 28. has the following supporting material:

- 1 PDF

We'll summarise all that you know : phrases and variations, verbs in the past tense etc.  You'll learn about 5 biggest museums of Russia.

Lesson 29. has the following supporting material:

-1 PDF

We'll review what we have learned so far. You'll be given a lot of links for free Russian materials, a lot of tips on how to learn Russian by yourself. And of course a short description of our next course - Russian for business professionals - Vol. II ("Mission Possible")

Lesson 30. has the following supporting material:

- 1 PDF

Valuable advises and tips on how to put into practice all you have learned in this course.