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Course Name Basic Conversational Malay Level I Date 1 September-17 November 2015 Aim The aim of the course is to expose participants to the basics of conversational Malay and the Malaysian culture. Rationale A good knowledge of a foreign language is an asset and a necessity in this era of globalisation. It is an essential tool for communication and to bridge the gap between the different cultures of the world. It is vital towards understanding the different cultures and its people. Language refects cultures, not the reverse, and the ability to navigate dealings with others across cultural lines opens doors in international relations. The focus here is on understanding and speaking basic Malay in everyday situations. Target Group This course is opened to foreign diplomats and their spouses, and staff of the embassies/high commissions based in Kuala Lumpur. Learning Outcomes By the end of this course, participants should be able: U To communicate competently and confdently in everyday situations orally and in writing; and 104 U To read and write simple texts in the Malay language. Course Methodology An interactive methodology with a variety of awareness-raising activities, practical sessions and simulations will be adopted. Audiovisual materials will be used. The emphasis will be on acquisition of the language at the level of everyday discourse. Course Content U Introduction to the Malay Language; U Pronunciation and Phonetics; U The Malay Grammar; U Self Introductory/Phrases for Greetings; 2015 Prospectus