Class theme/topics discussed:
Football Hooligans in Russia

How did you pick this theme or topic?
It’s part of contemporary Russian culture.

How did you present the material? (handouts, group work, general discussion, student presentations, etc.)
Video, handouts, general discussion.

How did students react?
Understanding the video was difficult for them, but it was still interesting.
Did they engage with each other and you?
Yes.

What materials or media did you use? (articles, satellite tv, digital projector, etc.)
Handouts, laptop, TV-screen, Internet.
Please attach a copy.
Lesson 23_Nov 18_Questions

Would you recommend this activity for a future class?
Yes.
Why or why not?
It introduces students to contemporary political/ cultural issues in Russia.

Advanced Russian
Lesson 23
November 18, 2010

1. News of the day.

2. Reading the handout – discussing the questions and vocabulary (see attached file).

3. Watching the video –
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8_-9YjfKF0

4. Answering the questions, discussing the video, expressing personal opinion.