German
Courses in the department seek to develop both communicative competence and cultural awareness. The department assists students in determining their optimum level of entry.
If two years (or more) of the language are desired, students are strongly encouraged to take them at Waldorf prior to transfer.
Students wishing to major in German should follow the Liberal Arts curriculum.
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:
GER 101-102 Elementary German (4 cr.)
Through a multimedia approach drill is given in elementary grammar, idioms and vocabulary essential for basic language skills. Cultural aspects of German speaking countries in a topical, contemporary program are introduced. (Prerequisite for GER 102 is GER 101 or consent of instructor)
GER 201-202 Intermediate German (3 cr.)
There will be continued emphasis on grammar, idioms and vocabulary to increase the student’s basic communicative competence. There will be selected short readings to gain insight into the culture of today’s German speaking countries and into German literature of the past and present. (Prerequisite: GER 101-102 or two years of high school German or consent of instructor).
GER 291-292 Independent Study/Advanced German (1-2 cr.)
There will be an emphasis on conversational skills using selected literary works. (Prerequisite: GER 201-202 or consent of the instructor)
GER 291-292 Independent Study
GER 293-294 Directed Study
GER 295-299 Internship
