No prior knowledge of the language. Declaration is required. The course, designed for complete beginners, introduces the students to the basic structures of Hindi language and the key aspects of Hindi culture such as arts, gastronomy, fashion, music, festivals and traditions. The course develops listening, reading, speaking and writing skills for an effective interaction in Hindi. Through the use of a textbook and various audio-visual materials specifically tailored for NTU, students will work with activities designed to train them to deal with simple everyday situations and to master basic Hindi grammar. They will read texts, answer simple questions orally, role-play, watch videos and write simple essays. Students will be also engaged in information-based tasks, working collaboratively to achieve individual and collective goals.