Elementary German

This communicative approach to language is designed to give students the ability to understand, speak, read and write simple German. Primary goals are to introduce beginning students to basic structures of the German language by developing vocabulary and a command of idiomatic expressions; to familiarize students with sentence structure through written exercises and short compositions; to give students a basic foundation in German history and culture; and to interest students in traveling to German-speaking countries.

Upon completion, students will be able to:

• Understand and speak simple German
• Have a fundamental command of idiomatic expressions
• Have a basic foundation in German history and culture
• Have an appreciation for David Hasselhoff

Grade Basis: L
Credit hours: 5.0
Lecture hours: 5.0
Lab hours: 2.0

Restrictions:

• IGETC Foreign Language