GERM 311R
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Advanced Conversation
German and Russian
College of Humanities
Course Description
Building vocabulary and developing skills needed to exceed assessed proficiency rating.
When Taught
All Semesters/Terms
Min
1
Fixed/Max
5
Other Prerequisites
Germ 211R or equivalent experience
Note
Intensive vocabulary building and conversation practice. Can be fulfilled through language residency program.
Title
Understanding Teacher Instruction
Learning Outcome
I can show I understand the teacher's instructions by doing what is required.
Title
Comptemporary Issues in German
Learning Outcome
I demonstrate understanding of contemporary issues in German by participating in discussions about them.
Title
Contents and Interpretations of Novels
Learning Outcome
I demonstrate understanding of contents and interpretations of a novel by participating in conversations about them.
Title
Communicating Needs
Learning Outcome
I can communicate my needs.
Title
Summarizing Reading passage
Learning Outcome
I can summarize reading passages.
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Explaining Hard to Understand Concepts
Learning Outcome
I can explain hard to understand concepts to others.
Title
Synthesizing and Sharing Intrepretations of Reading Passages
Learning Outcome
I can synthesize and share my interpretation of reading passages in a novel.
Title
Contemporary Issues
Learning Outcome
I can express my views on contemporary issues using relevant terminology.
Title
Oral Presentations
Learning Outcome
I can give an oral presentation from prepared notes.
Title
Pronouncing German Consonants
Learning Outcome
I can pronounce the German consonants correctly.
Title
Pronouncing German Vowels
Learning Outcome
I can pronounce the German vowels correctly.
Title
Stress Patterns
Learning Outcome
I can apply the correct stress patterns.
Title
Fluent Speech Rate
Learning Outcome
I can speak at a fluent speech rate.
Title
Correct Word Order
Learning Outcome
I can use the correct word order, also in complex phrases.
Title
Using Correct verb forms.
Learning Outcome
I can use the correct verb forms.
Title
Using Words in Right Context and with the Right Connotations
Learning Outcome
I can use words in the right context and with the right connotations.
Title
Motivated to Learn German
Learning Outcome
I am motivated to learn German and show this by giving my best each time.
Title
Language Learning Strategies
Learning Outcome
I know what works best for me in achieving proficiency and I can use a variety of strategies.
Title
Using German outside of the classroom
Learning Outcome
I find ways to use German outside the classroom.
Title
Differing Cultural Viewpoints
Learning Outcome
I keep an open mind to understand cultural differing viewpoints.
Title
Autonomous Language Learning
Learning Outcome
I can learn grammar points on my own and show this by being prepared for class.
Title
Vocabulary
Learning Outcome
I remember vocabulary by forming useful associations with new words and use these in oral and written communication.
Title
Correct Word Endings
Learning Outcome
I can use the correct word endings (gender, case, number).
