German

Introduction to the German language including grammar, graded readings, and speaking. Independent language laboratory work required each week.

Review and continuation of GER-101. Independent language laboratory work required each week. 

Review of German grammar; introduction to more difficult aspects of the language; readings of appropriate difficulty; increased practice in speaking German. Independent language laboratory work required each week. 

A continuation of GER-205. More advanced grammar and readings and further emphasis on speaking. Independent language laboratory work required each week. 

Intensive study and homestay in a German-speaking country. Credit awarded according to departmental guidelines. Pass/Fail grading only.

This course is offered only in connection with the department's programs of study in Germany or Austria. Since instruction is in German, the course carries as a prerequisite the completion of second-year German. The course may entail instruction before, during, and after the experience abroad. Credit is awarded according to the following guidelines: Completion of assigned readings: 1 hour; Completion of a paper or journal: 1 hour; Participation in a series of organized visits: 1 hour. Depending on the objectives of the foreign study program, directors may require any combination of the above elements, but in no case will more than three credit hours be awarded for the course. Pass/Fail grading may be elected by the student.

Study of complex grammar structures designed to improve students' speaking and writing skills.

Focuses on advanced oral proficiency with detailed analysis of the semantic and syntactic structure of the German language. 

Readings and discussions of selected authors.