GERM 101 - Elementary German I

(HUMD [M])

A beginning language course focusing on the study of German language and culture. Students begin to develop the ability to communicate in German through the consideration of cultural themes, language functions, and authentic situations as they acquire the structures and lexicon to work with written language, conversation, and composition. No prior knowledge of German is required. In-class work is supplemented by 20 hours of online homework. Three hours each week. Formerly GR 101.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon course completion, a student will be able to:

Communicate at an elementary level in the skill areas of reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Apply linguistic structures supporting communication at the novice level of proficiency.
Express and appropriately employ the following language functions: a. greetings b. leave takings c. requesting information d. asking for assistance e. giving and receiving directions f. expressing opinions.
Discuss the cultures of German-speaking areas in general.
Demonstrate practical appreciation of the cultures and specific cultural practices of the German-speaking world.
Discuss the relationship between the cultural practices and products under consideration.
Demonstrate an understanding of and engage in appropriate sociolinguistic behaviors as they develop their linguistic ability in German.
Produce and present a cultural project as an integral part of the class.
Read and analyze authentic short texts in the target language.

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