German 1
Course Overview
This class will introduce students to the German language and German-speaking culture through creation of and exposure to current, relevant materials. Through speaking, reading, writing, and listening exercises, students will develop communication skills in German and an appreciation for German-speaking culture.
Syllabus
Course Objectives
Communicate in German
Gain knowledge & understanding of culture
Develop insight into nature of language and culture
Grade Categories
Daily = 30%
Includes practice activities, online practice, and formative assessments
Quizzes = 20%
Either writing or speaking, depending on the current area of study and larger/more complex practice activities
Major = 50%
Includes projects, longer format production, tests, et cetera
Absent work
Daily work: See Google Classroom for missed work and complete it ASAP.
Quizzes/tests: Can be made up the next day in class or within five days of the absence, as according to WHS policy
Absent before the quiz/test: You have to take it if it was announced when you were there and if you did not miss new material.
Late work
up to a 70 if turned in before the major assessment the work is related to
Retakes
Students are allowed one retest per grading period.
The highest possible grade a student may earn on a retest is a 70.
For eligible tests, students have 5 school days from when the grade is issued / posted to complete the retesting process.
It is the student’s responsibility to initiate the tutorial and retesting process with his/her teacher.
Tutoring
By appointment
Required materials
iPad (fully charged and functioning!)
Writing utensils
Headphones
Google Classroom
Westlake High School utilizes the Google Classroom platform to share classroom resources, many assignments, and assessment preparation materials to students. WHS students will receive a classroom code to access these materials, submit assignments, and track any missing work.