Hey everyone, I'm really into Russian and I'm planning on taking it in college. I just wanted to know, what's the most popular textbook that's generally used in college courses? I want to get a head start this summer!
In my experience with language programs at various universities, I've found that the "Golosa: A Basic Course in Russian" series is frequently used at the collegiate level. "Golosa" is a well-respected textbook, and it has a communicative approach, which helps students in real-world language use. However, different institutions and professors have preferences for different textbooks, so there isn't truly a 'gold standard'.
A good method to get a better idea would be to check a few university syllabi online which can typically be found on department websites – see if you can find a trend in the Russian courses that they teach. Alternatively, you could directly contact the Russian language department of the university you plan on attending to ask them for their recommended resources. Best of luck with your early learning, it's always great to get a head start!
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