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CS92PROD
German Culture Today
GRST 217
Fall 2011
Section: 01  

Readings, class discussion, and written work will be based on current and recent events and developments in Germany. Topics will include the new Europe and the world, Germany as a multicultural society, German pop culture, and German contemporary culture. The course will provide extensive practice in speaking, reading, listening, and writing in German, using literary and nonliterary texts, and audio and visual materials. Structured conversation, debates, and analysis of different types of texts as well as writing assignments in different genres will strengthen proficiency of German and prepare students for 300-level courses.

Essential Capabilities: Intercultural Literacy, Writing
Writing: Students will practice different levels of diction and master the vocabulary and sentence structures appropriate to a variety of subject matters. They will improve their ability to write correctly and effectively in German.

Intercultural Literacy: Students will gain insight into the political, social, and cultural life of a country whose contributions and political role make it a leader in the world.
Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: HA GRST
Course Format: DiscussionGrading Mode: Graded
Level: UGRD Prerequisites: GRST214
Fulfills a Requirement for: (GRST-MN)(GRST)
Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available

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