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Class Meetings:
10:55 - 12:00 MWF, Room 319 OEC
Textbook: Wie Geht's?, audio cassette ( available in the
bookstore) During this semester we will cover through chapter 5 of the text (page 151). The next course (Germ 112) will use the same text and continue, starting with chapter 6 of the text. The text will be suplemented with materials provided by the instructor.
Textbook web site: http://wiegehts.heinle.com
Electronic Requirements: You will need access to a computer with a browser and, of course, connection to the World Wide Web. You may use computers at St. Thomas or use your own computer at home. You will need a sound player on your computer to play mp3 files. The files may be downloaded to an iPOD or similar player or used online.
Tests:
Beginning with the third class session there will be a quiz
every class day.The quizzes will be averaged at mid-semester time and will constitute
the mid-semester grade. Quizzes will be averaged againat the end of the semester
and that average will constitute the final grade. The lowest 2 quizzzes in each
half semester will be dropped before the averaging. There will be no mid-term
examination. Tests missed will be graded
as F. Make-up tests are given only for serious illness or family emergency.
Absence Policy: You are encouraged to be present for all class meetings.
Assuming that learning is your objective, your objective will be best met by
attending class and participating actively. There is no penalty for absence
per se, but note above that missed tests will be graded as F and have a negative
effect on your final grade.
Final Grade: To progress on to the next level in the language and culture core requirement, or to progress further in the major/minor you must obtain a minimum grade of C- in this class .
Learning a new language:
Learning a new language can be an exciting and fun experience.The study techniques in language learning though are rather different than many subjects you have had in the past. The instructor will assist you in learning an effective style for this kind of study. An important first step is to study on a daily basis rather than attempting to concentrate study before tests. It is for that reason that this class will have daily quizzes rather than large periodic tests. Another important technique is (strange as it may sound): relax and enjoy! Language learning involves developing natural linguistic responses to theworld around us, developing such responses is best accomplished in a relaxed environment. When you see each other outside of class, enjoy using a new means of communication. This makes the learning experience more real and fun and assists you in makingthe language a natural part of yourself.
Students with disabilities:
Qualified students with documented disabilities who may need classroom accommodations should make an appointment with the Enhancement Program – Disability Services office during the first two weeks of the term. Telephone appointments are available to students as needed. Appointments can be made by calling 651-962-6315 or 800-328-6819, extension 6315.You may also make an appointment in person in O’Shaughnessy Educational Center, room 119. For further information, you can locate the Enhancement Program on the web at http://www.stthomas.edu/enhancementprog/.
Classroom accommodations will be provided for qualified students with documented
disabilities. Students are invited to contact the Enhancement Program –
Disability Services about accommodations for this course within the first two
weeks of the term. Telephone appointments are available to students as needed.
Appointments can be made by calling 651-962-6315 or 800-328-6819, extension
6315. You may also make an appointment in person in O’Shaughnessy Educational
Center, room 119. For further information, you can locate the Enhancement Program
on the web at http://www.stthomas.edu/enhancementprog/.
In compliance with the University of St. Thomas policy and disability laws,
I am available to discuss academic accommodations that you may require as a
student with a disability. Students are encouraged to register with the Enhancement
Program-Disability Services office for disability verification and for determination
of academic accommodations. Please do so within the first two weeks of the term.
Appointments can be made by calling 651-962-6315 or 800-328-6819, extension
6315. Telephone appointments are available as needed. You may also make an appointment
in O’Shaughnessy Educational Center, room 119. For further information,
you can locate the Enhancement Program on the web at http://www.stthomas.edu/enhancementprog/.
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The University of St. Thomas is committed to a healthy campus community. During the 2009-2010 academic year, there will be ongoing concerns regarding the prevalence among university faculty, staff and students of both the H1N1 virus and seasonal influenza. To help limit the spread of these illnesses, the Centers for Disease Control has provided college campuses the following recommendation: students, faculty or staff with influenza like illnesses (temperature of 100.0 or greater, plus a cough or sore throat) are directed to self-isolate (or stay home) for at least 24 hours after their fever is gone without the use of fever-reducing medicine. In the event that students are unable to attend classes due to this self-isolation recommendation, they should consult the university's pandemic web site http:www.stthomas.edu/pandemic/plan/default.html and complete an on-line form informing professors of their absence. In accordance, faculty will provide opportunities for these students to participate in alternative educational delivery due to this illness.
Maps
Map of Germany
Map of Switzerland
Map of Austria
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Information Sources
The GermanInformation Center/ German Embassy
Much current information onGermany.
Some in English, some in German.
The instructor's home page has a wide variety of informationsources,
a number of German dictionaries, grammar help, etc.
