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Course Description
German
I targets elementary-level learners. The aim is to introduce learners with no previous knowledge of German to the German language and German culture through practical use of the language, with a particular emphasis on oral communication.
German II and German III target elementary-level non-beginner learners. As with German I, emphasis will be on oral communication but writing will be introduced through a range of exercises (texts to be completed, short letters, reports etc.).
 
Intended Learning Outcomes
By the end of these courses, students will be able to
- gain an introductory insight into German language and culture;
- develop a sense of confidence when dealing with German-speaking people and German-language materials in their daily lives;
- understand, make, and respond appropriately to, everyday conversational enquiries;
- acquire sufficiently accurate pronunciation and intonation of German to be understood by native speakers of the language;
- understand and produce short texts relating to people’s lives and interests.
Enrolment
Courses are usually held in the Fall and Spring semesters, and Winter and Summer sessions. Enrolment details are announced on this site as well as on the ENB and via email.
Assessment
Learners' progress is assessed through continuous assessment and a final written and oral examination.
Course Instructor
Michelle Joubert
Course Materials
Aufderstrasse, H., H. Bock, M. Gerdes, J. Müller & H. Müller. Themen Aktuell. Lehrwerk für Deutsch als Fremdsprache. Ismaning: Max Hueber Verlag, 2003.
Available at the University bookshop.
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