“Yoruba for Beginners” is a foundational course designed to introduce learners to the written and spoken Yoruba language. Through a blend of audio drills, visual exercises, and interactive activities, students will master the Yoruba alphabet (including its unique diacritics and tones), basic vocabulary, simple sentence structures, and culturally relevant phrases. No prior knowledge of Yoruba or linguistics is required—just a desire to learn!
Fluency Goal: By course end, students will confidently recognize and pronounce all Yoruba letters, engage in basic greetings, ask and answer simple questions, and construct short sentences.
Cultural Awareness: Foster appreciation for Yoruba tone and proverbs, laying groundwork for deeper cultural immersion.
Practical Application: Equip learners to navigate everyday interactions—ordering food, introducing themselves, and using key phrases in real-world contexts.
Accurate Pronunciation: Intensive tone-focused drills ensure you master subtle pitch differences.
Foundational Grammar: Clear, step-by-step presentation of sentence structure builds strong linguistic habits.
Active Practice: Interactive quizzes, flashcards, and speaking assignments reinforce retention.
Cultural Insights: Learn not just the language but also proverbs, songs, and social customs.
Community Support: Access to a discussion forum for peer feedback and instructor Q&A.
