Upon completion of this course, you will be able to use intermediate- to advanced-level German* to:  

• make growth-minded choices and recognize progress as well as areas for improvement related to your study of German language, literature, and culture. 

• comprehend, interpret, and appreciate texts of different genres through daily discussions, written responses to prompts and questions, formal writing assignments, and creative exercises and projects completed.

• present researched information as well as your own ideas through formal presentations and discussion.

• discuss and apply effective reading strategies and techniques for the study of texts of different genres in German.

• form questions, analyses, and opinions about the texts and themes of the course in order to further your understanding of German language, literature, and culture.

• make connections among disciplines, literary works, histories, languages, and cultures.

• articulate the relevance and importance of language to contemporary issues.

* Our program’s understanding of intermediate and advanced is based on the ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines. You can also get a sense of your level by looking at the can-do statements and performance descriptors. https://www.actfl.org/resources 

Senior Capstone Objectives: 

(For those using this course to complete the capstone requirement for the final year of the major.)

Upon completion of the senior capstone components of the course, you will be able to: 

• locate, evaluate, and use appropriate, peer-reviewed sources in English and in German to support your literary and cultural analysis.

• compose a short, conference-length research paper (ca. 7-9 pages) that uses an academic register to present an original thesis statement which you support with examples, close reading, and research.

• organize and present your ideas, in writing and in speech, for an audience of interested peers and instructors.