This course introduces students to interactive communication in Wabanaki dialects, specifically Passamaquoddy, covering foundational speaking, writing systems, and the use of online language portals. Through a blend of lectures and discussions, students will develop skills in greetings, conversation, and questioning in a Wabanaki dialect, while gaining an understanding of how words and sentences are constructed. The course culminates in a final project where each student delivers a brief self-introduction presentation in Passamaquoddy, fostering both language proficiency and cultural engagement.

Sessions will be led by Roger Paul.

Enrollment is limited to 20 participants with the expectation of attendance at all 10 sessions. Open to all members of the MIT community.

Registration will open on Monday, November 24, 2025, at 2pm via this online application form.  All applicants will be contacted by December 15th with confirmation of enrollment or information on placement in a wait list (in the event of over-enrollment).

For more information contact languages@mit.edu.