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. |