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GERMAN 101-2

Beginning German

1 Unit · Undergraduate

This sequence offers students a systematic introduction to German language and culture emphasizing reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension.

2027 Winter

Topics

  • The following Can-Do statements define the course expectations and learning objectives. Here is what you can expect to be able to accomplish in this course: Understanding: Listening: I can recognize high frequency vocabulary and basic phrases concerning myself, my family and immediate concrete surroundings when people speak slowly and clearly. Reading: I can read very short, simple texts. I can find specific, predictable information in simple everyday material such as advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables and I can understand short simple personal letters. Speaking: Spoken Interaction: I can interact in a simple way provided the other person is prepared to repeat or rephrase things at a slower rate of speech and help me formulate what I'm trying to say. I can ask and answer simple questions in areas of immediate need or on very familiar topics. Spoken Production: I can use a series of phrases and sentences to describe in simple terms my family and other people, living conditions, my educational background and my present or most recent job. Writing: Writing: I can write a short, simple postcard. I can fill in forms with personal details, for example entering my name, nationality and address on a hotel registration form. I can write short, simple notes and messages relating to matters in areas of immediate needs. I can write a very simple personal letter or describe personal routines and plans. Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (A1)

Readings

  • 101 Cultural Reader - online via Canvas Kontakte 9th ed + Connect: Erwin Tschirner, Brigitte Nikolai / Kontakte / 9th edition / McGraw Hill / 2021 Bundle of Ebook + Connect: ISBN10: 1264225334 | ISBN13: 9781264225330
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Prerequisites & course information

Prerequisite: GERMAN 101-1 or placement test results. SoC Humanities and Fine Arts Distro

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