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We invite you to participate in the
Russian Language and Culture Program at HRSLO
LCP at the World Bank Group
The Language & Culture program (LCP) provides staff in headquarters and country offices with opportunities to achieve proficiency in various languages and to increase cultural awareness of the countries where the languages are spoken. Its principal objective is to “prepare participants to communicate effectively and interact appropriately with clients and partners to contribute to business results.”
ECA REGIONPOPULATION (MLN) - RUSSIAN LANGUAGE
SPEAKERS
POPULATION (MLN) - RUSSIAN LANGUAGE SPEAKERS
1 –Armenia 3.2 9 - Lithuania 3.2
2 - Azerbaijan 4.110 -Moldova 4.1
3 - Belarus 9.9 11 -Russia 142
4 - Estonia 1.0 12 -Tajikistan 7.2
5 - Georgia 4.4 13 - Turkmenistan 5.1
6 - Kazakhstan 16.6 14 - Ukraine 46.2
7 - Kyrgyzstan 5.4 15 - Uzbekistan 27.7
8 - Latvia 2.0
At least 260 mln people in ECA Region speak Russian language
At least 260 million people in 15
countries in Europe and Asia use the Russian language every day. Russian and “EuroAsian” culture defines the social and
business behavior of the population in these countries.
EurasiaHow to Register
•·Go to LMS system
• Search Catalogue and choose Russian • The Catalogue provides you with detailed instruction how to apply and gives short descriptions of all our courses
• Fill out the form and send it to your manager for approval
•The Russian language Lead Trainer will finalize your contract when your application is approved by your manager
Russian Program at a Glance:• We offer group (2-4 participants) and private classes
• Unlike the academic programs that focus on semesters, our course is a continuous process that works better for professional students with their busy everyday work/family schedules and multiple trips. We teach MODULES – communication-grammar units (about 40 hours of instruction each). They are called: Russian 1, Russian 2, etc.
We offer a variety of regular or specialized courses to meet your needs:
• Regular Course: 80+ hours = 2+ modules; regular written tests during and after each module; oral proficiency interview( OPI) at the end of the second module .
• Special Courses (Survival Russian, Business Communication, Presentations in Russian, etc.): 20 or 40 hours; test at the end of the course • All our courses are targeting primarily the work-related needs of World Bank employees.
Frequently Asked Questions and
Answers:
What are the benefits of choosing this program?
· While most language courses are targeting primarily language acquisition, our Program equally focuses on culture. We discuss the norms and values, as well as history and traditions. We also play role games where you get a chance to practice “cultural” behavior, ask questions about situations you experienced during interactions in missions, or discuss your concerns with the instructor. This allows you to gain a much better and deeper understanding of underlying cultural values and norms that may guide your clients, colleagues and partners. This will enrich your communication and understanding of your partners.
Who pays for my classes?
· Language Department is a part of HR, so your work related language training is free for you, your department and unite.
· IFC pays for training to the Bank as an institution.
· Some customized courses could be funded by the client: the department or the participant.
I travel a lot – what are my options?
· Class schedule and content are designed specifically for the WB employees and are flexible to accommodate your frequent travel. We also offer distance learning options for those who may find time during their trip to work on their assignments via e-mail or work with their instructor via Skype, or get on line via videoconference.
· Although we strongly recommend spending 1 hour of working on your own for each 1 hour of instruction, we certainly understand that families and work would always be your first priority. Many of our students find some time before the class, or at home, but many students choose to do little or no homework at all. This will slow down your progress, but you will still be learning the language. You just would need to adjust your expectations accordingly.
I don’t have time for homework
When will I speak Russian?
CONTACTS:
For additional information you can contact Elena Ovtcharenko, Russian Language and Culture Program Manager:
[email protected] (x82171)
Or you can contact our LC program assistant Noor Wafeeq Tawfeeq
[email protected] (x82769) 'http://siteresources.worldbank.org/LOE/Resources/328643-1172596425311/VLL.html'//
Or you can visit our Language and Culture page:
'http://siteresources.worldbank.org/LOE/Resources/328643-1172596425311/VLL.html'//
Factors that effect your language: learning:
Factors that effect your language: learning:
·speaking/learning other foreign languages homework ·interruptions (trips) vs. regular process (distance learning, self-studying, email communication with your instructors, etc.) ·practice with Russian-speaking community (colleagues, on missions, clients, etc.)
·speaking/learning other foreign languages homework ·interruptions (trips) vs. regular process (distance learning, self-studying, email communication with your instructors, etc.) ·practice with Russian-speaking community (colleagues, on missions, clients, etc.)
Our instructors are selected among the top professionals in their area of expertise and each of them has years of experience working with professionals in the business world and universities. In addition to graduate degree in Applied Linguistics, some of our instructors have additional graduate degrees in international commerce, public policy, law, mathematics, and journalism, allowing the Program to offer specialized courses and introduce professional context to all language courses at all levels.
Elena Ovtcharenko
Program Manager
Olga Rines
Alla Kurushko
Svetlana Pavlovskaya
Welcome to the Russian
Language and Culture ProgramLanguage and
CultureHRSLO The World
Bank Group
After studying in our program you
will be able to communicate with 260 million people
who live in 15 countries in
Europe and Asia. You will
understand how these people think and how they do business, you will know how far or
close to each other they are in their culture and
traditions. You will fill comfortable in so different social
and cultural environments.
Welcome to the Russian
Language and Culture ProgramLanguage and
CultureHRSLO The World
Bank Group
After studying in our program you
will be able to communicate with 260 million people
who live in 15 countries in
Europe and Asia. You will
understand how these people think and how they do business, you will know how far or
close to each other they are in their culture and
traditions. You will fill comfortable in so different social
and cultural environments.
HRSLO LCP Russian Language & Culture
Courses for the World Bank Group Staff
Private training - registration on LMS 2 hours Orientation Program “How to find way in countries with Russian Language”
10 hours Program “How to find way in countries with Russian Language” - registration on LMS
Group classes - registration on LMS· Group classes course is designed to help the WBG staff orienting in different cultural environment of the countries where Russian is spoken.
· Group has two to four participants. Participants are grouped based on their proficiency level. Russian group training covers all levels of proficiency, beginner, intermediate and advanced, and focus on oral, reading, listening and writing skills.
· There are 2 sessions per fiscal year: the fall session (starting in September), and the spring session (starting in February). A placement test is required prior to the beginning of the course for participants who are not beginners.
· Courses are offered in 40 hour modules with the test at the end of each module. Group classes meet 2 to 4 times per week, depending on the level of proficiency during Bank working hours in the U and the F buildings. Training for the IFC participants is provided on the charge back base.
· One-on-one instruction on an hourly basis. Russian private training is offered as an alternative to group training to GF-GG staff with clear business needs who travel 60 days or more per fiscal year (based on SAP data of the previous FY), and to GH+ staff with clear business needs without conditions. Private training cover all levels of proficiency, beginner, intermediate and advanced, and focus on oral, reading, listening and writing skills. A placement test is required prior to the beginning of the course for participants who are not beginners.
· Courses are offered in 40 hour modules with the test at the end of each module. Private classes are conducted during Bank working hours in the participant's office. Training for the IFC participants is provided on the charge back base.
Survival Russian - registration on LMS
· Group classes course. This 20 hours course is intended for staff who travel and need basic reading and speaking skills and knowledge of cultural differences of the countries where Russian is spoken. This short course will equip you to deal with everyday situations when you visit Russia (or other countries where Russian is spoken). The course includes a multimedia CD-ROM.Intensive Group Training – Registration on LMS
· This 20 hours course is developed for the Bank stuff members interested in obtaining basic proficiency level or to improve their language level in fast way. Classes are offered during summer and winter months: July, August and December, January. Training is held for at least 2 hours per day for 5 days per week. Training for IFC participants is provided on the charge back base.
HRSLO LCP Russian Language & Culture
Special Courses for the World Bank Group Staff
Making Presentations in Russian
· The course is offered for participants of the Russian Language and Culture Program (Intermediate or Advanced Levels) registered in LMS and as a special course for LMS registration for Bank staff members interested in further developing their skills in making presentations in the foreign language.
· The Course is a group class (2 to 4 participants): It consists of 20 hours: 8 hours of private training (one-on-one instruction on an hourly basis) and 12 hours of small group activities. You will make a final presentation (with Power Point slides) to the small group of participants and one or two instructors. A placement test is required prior to the beginning of the course.
· Classes are offered during normal Bank working hours. There are no set start and end dates. This is an ongoing offering.
Russian Intermediate Grammar Review
· This course is offered for participants of the Russian Language and Culture Program (Intermediate or Advances Levels) registered in LMS and as a special course for LMS registration for Bank staff members interested in further developing their skills in Russian grammar and reading.
· The Course is a group class (2 to 4 participants). It consists of 40 hours of working with the instructor including 20 hours of grammar review and 20 hours of reading texts, articles and documents. A placement test is required prior to the beginning of the course.
Intensive “Relocation” Private Training - Registration on LMS
· One-on-one instruction on an hourly basis. This 40 hours course is designed for the Bank staff, who are moving for work to the Country office in any of the ECA Region locations. Training covers all levels of proficiency, beginner, intermediate and advanced, and focuses on oral, reading, listening and writing skills. Placement test is required prior to the beginning of the course for participants who are not beginners. Classes are offered during Bank working hours in the participant's office. Training is held for at least 2 hours per day for 4 days per week. Training for the IFC participants is provided on the charge back base.
Summer Review and Clinic Courses
The group classes are offered during the summer months (July and August):• Communication - Small talks :
·Novice·Intermediate
• Communication - Fighting panic • Grammar
·Novice·Intermediate
• Intercultural communication and Etiquette
