Course information

Introduction to First Nations Indigenous Language
Syilx Language – Part 2 FNIL 120

Instructor: Corinne Derickson

E202 – MON 5 PM – 7:50 PM (FNIL 120-001)
E202 – WED 8 AM – 10:50 AM (FNIL 120-002)

OFFICE #B216F
OFFICE HOURS: MON 1 PM– 4 PM
                                WED 11– 2 PM
                                THURS 10AM- 12PM

Objectives

Students will be familiar with basic structure of the Syilx language
Students will continue learning basic pronunciation/ sounds, learn the alphabet
Students will be confident to introduce themselves/ with family terms (Syilx Protocols)
Students will learn basic / advanced conversation skills, numbers, colors, food, name places
Students will become familiar with Syilx captikwl stories (told in the winter)
Students will expand their knowledge from Part 1 to learn the Okanagan Song, Alphabet Song, Muhuya
Guest speakers/elders to be in attendance for a few visits


Assignments

Attendance – 5%
Worksheets x 5 /10%
Quiz 1 oral presentation 10%
Quiz 2 oral presentation 10%
Creative Project 20%
Showcase or Indigi event 5%
Oral Presentation (Mid Term) 20%
Final Presentation (Final) 20%