MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

NAV102  20056-99999

Elementary Navajo II

1.

Write a composition in Navajo of at least 150 words applying learned principles of vocabulary and structure. (I, II)

2.

Identify syntactic structures specific to the Navajo language. (I-III)

3.

Use correct verbal conjugations specific to the Navajo language. (I-V)

4.

Speak, read, write, and listen to basic Navajo words, sentences, and questions. (I-V)

5.

Relate customs and culture of Navajo people. (I-V)

6.

Use correct pronunciation and intonation of the Navajo language. (II, III)

7.

Read and explain meaning from a written Navajo text. (II, III)

8.

Participate in a Navajo event or activity in the community. (V)

MCCCD Official Course Outline:

NAV102  20056-99999

Elementary Navajo II

I. Writing Skills

A. Grammar/sentence structure

1. Verbs

2. Nouns

3. Adjectives

4. Pronouns

5. Postpositions

6. Negation

7. Questions

8. Enclitics

9. Other

B. Written composition

II. Reading Skills

A. Vocabulary

B. Simple sentences

C. Paragraphs

D. Short narratives

E. Navajo literature

F. Other

III. Speaking Skills

A. Pronunciation and intonation

B. Vocabulary and sentence structure

C. Oral communication about various topics

1. Leisure activities

2. Food

3. Health

4. Daily routine

5. Transportation

6. Community events

7. Other

D. Oral Presentation

IV. Listening Skills

A. Narratives

B. Dialogue

C. Songs

D. Topics

1. Vocabulary

2. Simple sentences

3. Paragraphs

4. Short narratives

5. Other

E. Navajo literature

V. Navajo Culture

A. People and communities

B. Land and places

C. Customs and traditions