Russia & America in Dialogues

Russia & America in Dialogues examines the cross-cultural differences in communication between Russians and Americans. It is designed to teach Russian language in context with the goal of meeting the needs of students to achieve a high level of cross-cultural competence and develop an advanced level of conversation skills. Based on real-life scenarios experienced by the authors, Russia & America in Dialogues is written as an informal dialog between two friends expressing their opinions on different aspects of day-today life in Russia and America. Russia & America in Dialogues: Can be used as a supplementary textbook for intermediate to advanced Russian courses in undergraduate and graduate programs, as a main text for one semester cross-cultural literacy or culture courses, or for high school teachers as supplementary material to prepare their students for school exchanges. Is useful for any American planning to be in touch with Russians on business or leisure, and vice versa. Is written in two languages giving learners who possess little-to-no Russian language proficiency, the opportunity to learn the nuances of everyday life in Russia. Provides vivid comparisons on systems of education; topics of interest and discussion; work and leisure; family, friends, and romantic relationships; holidays, customs, and traditions. Includes learning tasks and exercises designed to develop an advanced level of proficiency in reading, speaking, and writing in Russian and English.