Spring 2021 - GERM 102 D200

Introductory German I (3)

Class Number: 5967

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 11 – Apr 16, 2021: Wed, Fri, 10:30 a.m.–12:20 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:

COURSE DESCRIPTION – Remote Instruction

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.  

TARGET AUDIENCE

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. 

PARTICIPATION and ATTENDANCE

PLEASE NOTE: this class is going to be taught synchronously via Zoom during the set scheduled class days and times. You must enable both your audio and video for this class as learning German requires you to fully participate. Regular class attendance and active participation are of vital importance in language acquisition and will be recorded and 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 missed materials.

Grading

  • Active oral participation + regular attendance (=10%), assigned written preparation (=15%) 25%
  • 2 Oral tests (8% + 17%) 25%
  • 4 Module tests (10% each) 40%
  • Video project 10%

NOTES:

HOMEWORK / ASSIGNED WRITTEN PREPARATION

You will have homework each day the class meets. It is your responsibility to prepare assigned reading and written exercises, to memorize vocabulary, to study the grammar in a timely manner. Late homework will NOT be accepted.    

ORAL TESTS

There will be two oral tests. The first test will be in German sometime during the semester. You will be tested with a partner at the end of a class. The second test will be at the end of the semester and will be a comprehensive test of about 10-15 minutes. This test will be in German as well but on a one-to-one basis.

VIDEO PROJECT

Towards the end of the semester your instructor will assign you a topic for a video presentation. The video presentation will be done in German. You will be graded on your ability to speak  freely in German, on your use of certain grammar structures, your comprehensibility, and your choice of vocabulary. The video will be about 1.5-2 minutes long.


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%.


HELPFUL HINTS

Practice German frequently through homework, reading, the Internet, participation in class, or study groups with friends. Seek assistance the moment you sense you are falling behind in the course. Discuss work with fellow classmates. Finally, don’t hesitate to ask questions and don’t be afraid of making mistakes.  

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

Academic integrity is essential to the pursuit of learning in a university. As a student at SFU you commit to: “not engage in or tolerate acts of falsification, misrepresentation, or deception” (eg. Google translate, unauthorized sharing of information, use of mobile phones or other devices, notes, books, websites…, providing answers to other students…) during any type of exam (SFU Policy U32:23). SFU treats cases of cheating very seriously. All suspected cases of academic dishonesty will be investigated.

Every student begins the term with an “A”. It is up to each of you individually to KEEP this grade

GERM 102 may be applied towards the Certificate in German Studies.

Materials

MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:

USEFUL LINKS:  

SFU German website: http://www.sfu.ca/~cmhein/
Menschen website: https://www.hueber.de/menschen
Quizlet:https://quizlet.com/class/16055726/
Quia: quia.com

REQUIRED READING:

REQUIRED TEXT (also available in digital format here: shop.hueber.de)

Coursebook: Evans, Pude, Specht, Menschen A1.1, Kursbuch, Hueber Verlag, 2012, ISBN: 978-3-19-361901-3 (ISBN for digital book: 978-3-19-958601-2)  

Workbook: Glas-Peters, Pude, Reimann, Menschen A1.1 Arbeitsbuch, Hueber Verlag, 2012, ISBN: 978-3-19-311901-8 (ISBN for digital book: 978-3-19-968601-9)

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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

TEACHING AT SFU IN SPRING 2021

Teaching at SFU in spring 2021 will be conducted primarily through remote methods. There will be in-person course components in a few exceptional cases where this is fundamental to the educational goals of the course. Such course components will be clearly identified at registration, as will course components that will be “live” (synchronous) vs. at your own pace (asynchronous). Enrollment acknowledges that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes. To ensure you can access all course materials, we recommend you have access to a computer with a microphone and camera, and the internet. In some cases your instructor may use Zoom or other means requiring a camera and microphone to invigilate exams. If proctoring software will be used, this will be confirmed in the first week of class.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who believe they may need class or exam accommodations, including in the current context of remote learning, are encouraged to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112).