The objective of this course is to study some of the basics of the German language and to develop basic reading, listening, writing, and speaking skills. We will also focus on cultural observations and will aim to develop an understanding of similarities and differences between the German speaking and English-speaking world. 

This course is the fourth semester of German study at the university level. It is in your best interest, however, to study daily. Students should recognize the value of language study, be genuinely interested in learning to communicate in German, and fully understand the level of autonomy and self-motivation required to be successful in this course. Students should plan on spending a minimum of 6 hours per week on this course and will complete Chapters 1-5 in ‘Denk mal!’.