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Nov 21, 2024
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HU 410G - German I2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
Course Description
This course teaches the basics of the German language: grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Elements of German culture are also covered through reading material. Grades are determined by class participation, homework exercises, quizzes, and a comprehensive final exam. (prereq: none)
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Pronounce the standard High German correctly, especially in reading aloud
- Converse in some everyday situations, using simple grammar
- Understand elementary passages in German and translate these into English accurate in both grammar and meaning
- Convert selected easy English passages into German, using the vocabulary and grammar from the course, spelling and punctuating appropriately
- Know generally the geography of Germany and cultural features presented
Prerequisites by Topic
Course Topics
- Oral reading, pronunciation and associated spelling (8 classes)
- Oral composition including everyday expressions (2 classes)
- Listening practice (3 classes)
- Vocabulary (5 classes)
- Sentence structure (4 classes)
- Nouns and articles (2 classes)
- Pronouns (2 classes)
Laboratory Topics
- Listening to the cassette tapes for textbook is expected
- Attending a designated cultural event in the community is required (example: Oktoberfest, Germanfest)
- Drill work in class is analogous to laboratory work
Coordinator
R. David Kent
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