Distance learning in Lithuanian

Today spoken by some 3.5 million people worldwide, Lithuanian is the last of the Baltic languages, along with Latvian. Lithuanian has remarkably preserved a number of features inherited from ancient Indo-European that have been lost in other languages, making it an essential object of study for linguists. But Lithuanian is also a living modern language, with all the resources needed to reflect the contemporary world. Inalco is the only French institution to offer a complete course in Lithuanian. The curriculum combines in-depth study of the language with that of Lithuanian geography, history, culture and literature.

The language and civilization diplomas form a coherent four-year curriculum. Each year of study leads to the award of a diploma: DLC 1, 2, 3 and 4 (only DLC1, 2 are accessible by distance learning).

The course aims to :

• equip students with linguistic skills that can be used directly for oral and written communication in Lithuanian, and for any research involving the use of Lithuanian sources (target proficiency level: A2 at end of 1st year, B1 at end of 2nd year)
• provide a general knowledge of Lithuanian history, culture and society, in order to gain access to the country's cultural references and social codes, a prerequisite for communicating freely with Lithuanian speakers.

Find out more about teaching Lithuanian at Inalco

This course is designed primarily for people who are not looking for a national diploma, but who wish to learn Lithuanian in depth and acquire a solid knowledge of Lithuania and its culture.

First-year courses are designed for absolute beginners. No previous knowledge of the language is required. People who already have some knowledge of the language can apply for direct admission to DLC 2, depending on their level.

DLC1 

Semesters 1 and 2

• Grammar :
  Grammar 1 and 2
  Grammar exercises 1 and 2
   
• Civilization (one course per year) :
  History of Lithuania 1 and 2
  Geography of Lithuania 1 and 2
  Lithuanian culture and folklore 1 and 2
   
• Language groups :
  Phonetics and Laboratory 1 and 2
  Oral practice 1 and 2
  Written practice 1 and 2
   

DLC2

Semesters 3 and 4

• Grammar :
  Grammar 3 and 4
  Grammar exercises, Lithuanian phonetics and laboratory 3 and 4
   
• Civilization (one course per year):
  Lithuanian daily life through texts 1 and 2 
  Lithuanian culture and folklore 1 and 2
   
• Language groups :
  Oral practice 3 and 4
  Written practice 3 and 4

• synchronous and asynchronous lessons
• free access to weekly exercises, personalized corrections

By default, knowledge is tested on a continuous basis. For distance learning, weekly homework assignments are required, as are regular tests via videoconference. End-of-semester exams are held in person at Inalco.