GERM 102 - Elementary German 2

Number of Credits: 3
Elementary German 2 is a continuation of GERM-100 with emphasis on listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills as well as developing cultural awareness. Advanced Placement Exam (German with a score of 3) accepted for GERM-100, GERM-102, GERM-201, and GERM-202. CLEP (German Level 1 with a score of 50) accepted for GERM-100 and GERM-102.(Spring)Three hours lecture each week. Three credits. Three billable hours.

GENERAL EDUCATION Category: Arts and Humanities

Pre-requisite(s): eligibility for ENGL 101 and completion of GERM 100 or one year of high school German with an Advisor’s approval.

Course Outcomes: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Use high novice level structures and vocabulary to communicate about their own experiences.
Communicate orally with accuracy using simple questions and statements in German.
Create grammatically correct questions and paragraph-level responses in written and oral forms.
Derive meaning from short, predictable written texts and aural passages that convey basic information about familiar topics or contexts.
Recognize and apply patterns to predict meaning of cognates and unfamiliar vocabulary.
Apply with some consistency rules of register/formality according to situation and audience.
Identify locations where German is spoken and common features of locations with key connections to our area.
Create a plan for continued language learning to support student’s chosen field.
Integrate knowledge of other disciplines through the study of the German language and the cultures and diverse experiences of its speakers.
Locate, evaluate, use and cite research sources when completing written assignments.