Summer 2020  |  GER 1004 Section 050: Intermediate German (82547)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Discussion
Credits:
5 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
Completely Online
Class Attributes:
Online Course
Times and Locations:
Summer Session 10 wk
 
07/13/2020 - 08/13/2020
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 09:05AM - 12:05PM
Off Campus
Virtual Rooms ONLINEONLY
Enrollment Status:
Open (10 of 24 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Listening, reading, speaking, writing. Contextualized grammar/vocabulary. Authentic readings. Essay assignments. prereq: 1003 or completion of Entrance Proficiency Test at 1004 level
Class Notes:
Intensive Intermediate German II
Class Description:

Herzlich Willkommen! German 1004/4004 is part of a proficiency-based program, emphasizing building skills so that you can use the language confidently and accurately in a variety of situations. In this course you will discuss major themes such as modern German history, multiculturalism, and changing definitions of family in modern society. But you will also practice talking about your own studies, goals, and plans, and defending your opinions and ideas. You will read the graphic novel drüben!, and discuss this view of life in the former German Democratic Republic. You will participate regularly in discussions, group work and role-plays. Writing and revising essays and interviews gives you a chance to practice your writing and speaking skills in structured contexts. You will also participate in self-assessment activities to learn how to evaluate your own strengths and weaknesses and improve your language skills.

Books: Sprünge 1004 Course Packet. Schwartz, Simon. drüben! Dykstra-Pruim, Pennylyn and Redmann, Jennifer. Schreiben lernen: A Writing Guide for Learners of German.
Grading:
52% Reading, Listening, Speaking, and Writing assignments
18% Participation, Preparation and Self-Assessment activities
20% Tests
10% Final
Exam Format:
The exams test vocabulary, grammar, reading, listening, and writing.
Class Format:
This course is conducted in German; you will speak with your classmates, read texts, watch videos, and actively work to improve your language skills.
Workload:
Approximately one hour per class session. Students intending to take 3011 should spend extra time with authentic German materials such as movies, videos, and texts.
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/82547/1205
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
11 April 2017

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