The purpose of this beginning class is to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills to communicate at an elementary level. The course will use a communicative approach for students to learn about the fundamentals of vocabulary, grammar, conversation, and Navajo cultures. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

Using a chart of the human body, students will locate and name the body part in question. In a primary care context, student will say phrases such as ‘breath in’, ‘breath out’, ‘show me where it hurts’, ‘open your mouth’, ‘say aaah’, and so forth. Historical narratives highlight the difference in beliefs of wellness. One such belief is that being fat is not seen as a health concern among some Navajos. Therefore, it’s essential to understand some of the beliefs to help a patient. Does not satisfy language requirement of College of Arts and Sciences.

Intermediate Navajo for students who have completed 1120 or equivalent. Introduction to Navajo phonology, morphology, syntax as well as the use of Young and Morgan's "The Navajo Language". Emphasis on comprehension and conversation. Prerequisite: 1120. Meets University of New Mexico General Education Curriculum Area 6: Second Language.

This course focuses on Navajo phonology, verb morphology and multifaceted nature of Navajo verb complex. Will also cover intoduction to prefix template of Navajo verb, verb paradigms in imperfective mode, and its four sub-modes. Prerequisite: NAVA 2120.

An examination of Navajo syntax, including voice alternations (passive, causative), relative and subordinate clause constructions and discourse structure. Prerequisite: 206 or NAVA 2120.

Individual research into an area proposed by the student and conducted under the direction of a faculty member. Restriction: permission of instructor.

This course focuses on Navajo phonology, verb morphology and multifaceted nature of Navajo verb complex. Will also cover intoduction to prefix template of Navajo verb, verb paradigms in imperfective mode, and its four sub-modes. Prerequisite: NAVA 2120.

An examination of Navajo syntax, including voice alternations (passive, causative), relative and subordinate clause constructions and discourse structure. Prerequisite: 202 or 206 or 2120.

Original independent study project approved by instructor. Restriction: permission of instructor.