German Courses At MWSU

German Courses At Missouri Western

GER 102 Elementary German I (4) F. This Course provides a fundamental knowledge of the German language and the culture of the German-speaking nations, and imparts the basis for an ability to communicate with native speakers of German on a comprehensible level. Intended for students with little or no prior knowledge of German. Emphasis on fundamentals of grammar, acquisition of vocabulary, listening comprehension, basic oral expression, elementary writing, and short readings on topics pertaining to Germanic culture. Students who complete GER102, GER 112 will have a fundamental knowledge of the German language and should be able to function in a variety of real-life situations in the German speaking world. Prerequisites: None. Fulfills a General Studies Humanities requirement.

GER112 Elementary German II (4) Sp. Continuation of GER 102. Four hours lecture. Prerequisite: GER 102 or equivalent.

GER 121 Study Abroad in Germany (4). A course which promotes an increased awareness of German customs and culture through travel and study in the German-speaking nations. This course is recommended to students who want to experience first-hand how Germans live and work in a native setting, and particularly to those who wish to obtain a German minor. Two credit hours given for preparatory classroom work at Missouri Western, followed by two credit hours for participation in field lectures and guided visits in the German-speaking nations. Previous or concurrent enrollment in GER 102 and/or GER 112 is recommended but not required. May be repeated for credit with departmental approval.

Ger 151 German Culture and Civilization (3). An English-language course designed to reflect the importance of German culture and society to European and world intellectual development. Primary emphasis will be given to German artistic and social progress, and the extent to which it has influenced the direction of the German nation as well as other countries. Topics will vary by semester and shall represent significant intervals in German societal development (e.g. The Origins of German Culture and Thought; German Culture and civilization from the Reformation to Unification; Modern Civilization and the German Nation State(s)). May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits with departmental approval.

GER 182 German Literature in Translation (3). An English-language course designed to reflect the contributions of German writers to the European and world literary canon. Focus will be given to important German authors and their masterworks, relative to the literary genre within which these works are classified. May be repeated for credit with departmental approval.

GER 202 Intermediate German (4) F. Continuation of GER 112. Completion of essential grammar. Three hours lecture, two hours lab or four hours lecture. Prerequisite: GER 112.

GER 211 German for the Professional (3). A pragmatic approach to the continued development of the skills of listening, reading, writing, and speaking in German, as well as concentrating on increased awareness of German customs and culture. This course is recommended for students pursuing a business major, as well as those who want to acquire more confidence in practical use of German. Prerequisite: GER 202 or equivalent.

GER 212 German Conversation and Composition (4) Sp. Continuation of GER 202, with an emphasis upon advanced grammatical constructions and their use in conversation and creative writing assignments. Three hours lecture and two hours lab, or four hours lecture. Prerequisite: GER 202.

GER 300 Topics in German (4). Advanced course in German literature, language, or culture. Topics will vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit with consent of instructor. Three hours lecture and two hours lab, or four hours lecture. Prerequisite: GER 212.

GER 301 Methods in Teaching Foreign Language (2) (on demand) Techniques, materials, and methodology to be used in teaching foreign language. Same course as FRE 301 and SPA 301. Prerequisites: Junior standing and GER 212.