Simon Fraser University
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Course Outlines

Fall 2019 - GERM 102 D300

Introductory German I (3)

Class Number: 8269

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 3 – Dec 2, 2019: Tue, Thu, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Emphasis on the acquisition of spoken fluency, correct pronunciation, and reading facility. This course will be for all students who have not taken BC grade 12 German or its equivalent.

COURSE DETAILS:

German 102 is a beginner's language course. Through a rich array of authentic material with accompanying activities you will learn how to introduce yourself, give personal information, talk about your hobbies, interests and entertainment, describe your daily routine and speak about your home, family and friends. Additionally, you will be introduced to German food, transportation and celebrations. Each of the four modules we will be covering will provide you with opportunities to communicate in German in real-life situations for real purposes.


GERM 102 is a beginner’s course for students with no previous knowledge of German. Students with German preparation from European or other high schools, native speakers and students from German-speaking homes as well as students who have taken any German classes may not take the course for credit and should consult the instructor regarding proper placement: cmhein@sfu.ca

The Department reserves the right to withdraw or transfer a student to a higher level course should the language proficiency of the student prove greater than initially supposed.

Grading

  • Active oral participation, assigned written preparation, regular attendance. 15%
  • Oral test 10%
  • Vocabulary quizzes 10%
  • 4 Module tests (15% each) 60%%
  • Project 5%%

NOTES:

PARTICIPATION AND ATTENDANCE You will have to take an active part in each class. Regular class attendance, active participation and preparation as well as completion of homework assignments are of vital importance in language acquisition and will therefore be reflected in your final grade. Your mark will also be based on the quality of participation. Absences will reduce your participation grade and excessive absences will result in not receiving any credit for the participation segment. Except for emergencies, excused absences must be cleared with your instructor ahead of time. It is your responsibility to catch up on any materials missed due to absence from class. It is also expected that you attend class punctually.  

ORAL TEST Towards the end of the semester you will arrange a test time with your instructor. The oral test will be conducted in German and will last for about 5-10 minutes.

HOMEWORK You will have homework each day the class meets. It is your responsibility to prepare assigned reading and written exercises, to memorize the vocabulary, to study the grammar in a timely matter. Late homework will be graded down.

VOCABULARY QUIZZES Every class, there will be vocabulary quizzes. You may miss a total of three vocabulary quizzes because of an excused absence; all other missed vocabulary quizzes will count for 0%.

MISSED EXAM POLICY If you must miss an exam (i.e. module test) because of illness or extenuating circumstances, you are required to contact the instructor prior to the exam. You may notify the instructor by e-mail or leave a message at the office. When you return to class, you will need to bring a note from your medical doctor specifying and justifying the date of your absence. Extenuating circumstances are defined as unusual circumstances beyond your control. There will be no make-up exams. Instead, the percentage will be added onto the other remaining exams. If you do not inform the instructor prior to the test and do not provide a doctor’s note, or if you miss an exam due to something other than illness or extenuating circumstances, the missed exam equals 0%. 

GERM 103 may be applied towards the Certificate in German Studies or the Certificate in Liberal Arts.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

Evans, Pude, Specht, Menschen A1.1, Kursbuch, Hueber Verlag, 2012 
ISBN: 978-3-19-301901-1

Glas-Peters, Pude, Reimann, Menschen A1.1 Arbeitsbuch, Hueber Verlag, 2012,
ISBN: 978-3-19-311901-8

RECOMMENDED READING:

Schwingshackl, Ozorowska, Menschen A1/1, Glossar XXL Deutsch-Englisch, Hueber Verlag,
ISBN: 978-3-19-051901-9

Registrar Notes:

SFU’s Academic Integrity web site http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating.  Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.

Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the University community.  Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the University. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the University. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS