Class Hours: MWF (11:00-11:50); R (9:25-10:15)
Text: Modern German, Der Weg
zum Lesen, Neue Horizonte, German Grammar
Instructor: Dr. Kenneth Olson (rm. 101, tel. 357-3174 ext. 132)
Office Hours: MWF 8-9, 12-2; TR 10:15-11
Guided Study: Room 101
Following
a review of the material covered in the previous year, this course will present
the remaining elements of German grammar and will address certain aspects of
syntax and idiomatic speech. Consequently, greater emphasis will be placed on
oral and aural communication. Since language is an integral part of culture,
the Thursday class will be devoted to various aspects of German culture.
Homework
assignments, consisting of written work and/or memorization of vocabulary, must
be completed by the next class meeting; assignments turned in late will not be
accepted, except in the case of an excused absence. Active class participation,
especially with regard to oral exercises, is essential for the attainment of
language proficiency.
Daily
homework assignments, quizzes, dictation and active class participation will
count for one-third of the semester grade.
Examinations, given in the weeks of 15 Sep., 13 Oct., 3 Nov., 12 Jan., 9
Feb., 23 Mar., will count for one-third of the semester grade. The final
examination will count for one-third of the semester grade. A
passing grade on the final exam is required for passing the semester. A failing grade on the final will be entered
as the semester grade. The two semester grades will then be averaged for
the course grade. All exams are cumulative.
A=90%-100% B=80%-89% C=70%-79% D=below 70%
The
attendance policy as specified in the Academic Handbook applies here.
Additionally, any work missed as a result of unexcused absence or unexcused
tardiness will receive a grade of "0."