This course is a .25 unit academic lab course designed for students at any level above GERM 215 who wish to gain further practice with spoken German who are currently enrolled in a course whose language is English. May be taken concurrently with other German Studies courses as a supplement to other coursework. Content may vary with instructor and needs of students. GERM 215 does count toward major or minor requirements. GERM 215 may be repeated once for credit (.5unit total).

This course is designed for students at any level above German 102 who wish to gain further practice with various targeted advanced grammar topics in German. May be taken concurrently with other GERM courses as a supplement. Content will vary with instructor and needs of students. May be repeated once for credit. GERM 210 does not count toward major or minor requirements.

Students continue to develop German language skills at the intermediate level, with emphasis on reading authentic texts, building a more sophisticated vocabulary, expanding grammar, honing their speaking and listening skills, and writing strategies that focus on long-term and short-term assignments. Greater emphasis on cultural competency and acquisition. GERM 201 and 202 prepare students for advanced coursework in German Studies and study abroad in a German-speaking country. The course sequence of foreign language instruction is Elementary Level 101, 102, Intermediate Level 201, 202.

Students continue to develop German language skills at the intermediate level, with emphasis on reading authentic texts, building a more sophisticated vocabulary, expanding grammar, honing their speaking and listening skills, and writing strategies that focus on long-term and short-term assignments. Greater emphasis on cultural competency and acquisition. GERM 201 and 202 prepare students for advanced coursework in German Studies and study abroad in a German-speaking country. The course sequence of foreign language instruction is Elementary Level 101, 102, Intermediate Level 201, 202.

Classroom and laboratory practice to develop basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. The course sequence of foreign language instruction is Elementary Level 101, 102, Intermediate Level 201, 202. A student who has received a C (2.00) grade or better in any course in this sequence or its equivalent cannot subsequently receive credit for a course which appears before it in the sequence. Proficiency range after German 102: Novice Mid to Novice High (ACTFL); A1 (CEFR); 0/0+ (ILR).

Classroom and laboratory practice to develop basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. The course sequence of foreign language instruction is Elementary Level 101, 102, Intermediate Level 201, 202. A student who has received a C (2.00) grade or better in any course in this sequence or its equivalent cannot subsequently receive credit for a course which appears before it in the sequence. Proficiency range after German 102: Novice Mid to Novice High (ACTFL); A1 (CEFR); 0/0+ (ILR).

This seminar introduces key themes and concepts in contemporary German-speaking literature and cultural studies with a focus on the role of human-nature interactions. Students examine contemporary issues and questions such as: How can we better understand climate change and its effects and develop systemic / planetary thinking according to proper scales (space, size, time)? How can we talk about our way of life and reflect on globalization, consumption, capitalism, civilization, alienation, and exploitation?

In German studies, students explore the diverse and fascinating mentalities of German speakers with the goal of developing foreign-language competence, an appreciation of diversity, and cross-cultural awareness.