Course Description
Readings and exercises in Old Icelandic; introduction to Old Icelandic literature and its influence on later Icelandic culture.
When Taught
Winter Odd Years
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Iclnd 201 or equivalent experience
Note
Returned missionaries from Iceland or those with equivalent experience should enroll in ICLND 202.
Title
Linguistic Skills
Learning Outcome
Students will build upon their previous knowledge of Icelandic (whether as a missionary or through Icelandic 202) by strengthening their understanding of its complex grammar. Students will also develop a clear understanding of the morphological, phonological, syntactic, and semantic differences between Old and Modern Icelandic.
Title
Reading and Analytic Skills
Learning Outcome
Students will develop the capacity to read and understand Old Icelandic texts with considerable facility and develop an appreciation for the richness and variety of Old Icelandic literature through close readings from a variety of sagas and poetry.
