GER 111 - Elementary German 1

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
This course meets the Arts & Humanities General Education Requirement. 

Learn basic pronunciation and grammar necessary for reading, writing and conversing in German. Not for those who have experience with the German language.

Note: Not for native speakers. Typically offered MC and OL; fall and spring terms.

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

1. Understand some German spoken at normal speed in a classroom situation.

2. Speak German with correct pronunciation and intonation and with sufficient fluency to be able to participate in a classroom conversation.

3. Read German stories at the beginning level, and authentic materials such as menus, train schedules, magazine ads etc.

4. Write short passages in German relating to daily activities.

5. Understand some of the culture of the German speaking countries.