German
German has played a major role in art, literature, music, and other aspects of western culture. With over 100 million native speakers, it is a popular world language taught in the U.S. and internationally. German companies account for 700,000 jobs in the United States. For those aspiring for employment both in the US and German-speaking countries, learning German can bring opportunities overseas and job offers at major German companies such as Volkswagen, Siemens, Bosch, T-Mobile, and Bayer. German is an excellent language to learn in preparation for professional careers in: international business or law, engineering, governmental/international affairs, economics/finance, and education, as well as for academic careers in such fields as history, religion, philosophy, art history, political science, literature, and music.
GERMAN I - WL3013
Grades 8 - 12 Full-Year 1 Credit
In this course, students will be introduced to the German language and culture. Through a variety of communicative exercises, they will practice basic speaking and comprehension. They will also make comparisons and connections to their own language and culture. Basic vocabulary and grammar will be reinforced within and beyond the classroom setting. Students will be expected to demonstrate mastery of the concepts learned, including basic vocabulary and expressions, grammatical structures, pronunciation, and an introductory knowledge of German culture and traditions. They will be asked to communicate using beginner-level German. This course will be instructed primarily in German.
GERMAN II - WL3023
Grades 9 - 12 Full-Year 1 Credit
Students will learn about the German language and culture. Through a variety of communicative exercises, they will practice speaking and comprehension. They will also continue to make comparisons and connections to their own language and culture. Intermediate vocabulary and grammar will be reinforced within and beyond the classroom setting. Students will be expected to demonstrate mastery of the concepts learned, including expanded vocabulary, advance expressions and grammatical structures, pronunciation, and an increased knowledge of German culture and traditions. They will be asked to communicate using German which reflects their increasing abilities. This course will be instructed primarily in German.
GERMAN III - WL3033
Grades 9 - 12 Full-Year 1 Credit In this course, students will continue to learn more about the German language and culture. Through a variety of more complex communicative exercises, they will practice speaking and comprehension. They will also continue to make comparisons and connections to their own language and culture. Intermediate vocabulary and grammar will be reinforced within and beyond the classroom setting. Students will be expected to demonstrate mastery of the concepts learned, including expanded vocabulary, more advanced expressions and grammatical structures, better pronunciation, and an increased knowledge of German culture and traditions. They will be asked to communicate using German which reflects the steady advancement of their abilities. This course will be instructed only in German.
GERMAN IV - WL3043
Grades 9 - 12 Full-Year 1 Credit
In this course, students will continue to learn more about the German language and culture and expand their vocabulary as they read about and discuss perspectives important to the youth in Europe. Through a variety of more complex communicative exercises, they will practice speaking and comprehension. They will also continue to make comparisons and connections to their own language and culture. Advanced vocabulary and grammar will be reinforced within and beyond the classroom setting, Students will be expected to demonstrate mastery of the concepts learned, including expanded vocabulary, more advanced expressions and grammatical structures, better pronunciation, and an increased knowledge of German culture and traditions. They will be asked to communicate using German which reflects advanced study. This course will be instructed only in German.
GERMAN V - WL3053
Grade 9 - 12 Full-Year 1 Credit
In this course, students will continue to learn more about the German language and culture and will expand their vocabulary as they read and discuss primary sources. Additional emphasis will be placed on historical events and how they relate to issues today. Through a variety of more complex communicative exercises, they will practice speaking and comprehension. They will also continue to make comparisons and connections to their own language and culture. Advanced vocabulary and grammar will be reinforced within and beyond the classroom setting. Students will be expected to demonstrate mastery of the concepts learned, including expanded vocabulary, more complex expressions and grammatical structures, better pronunciation, and an increased knowledge of German culture and traditions. They will be asked to communicate using German which reflects five years of study. This course will be instructed only in German.
GAPP: German American Partnership Program Preparation - WL3064
This course prepares students to fully participate in the German American Partnership Program (GAPP). GAPP is a family-based cultural and academic exchange that has been in place between Concord High School and the Maximilian Kolbe Gymnasium (high school) in Wegberg, Germany since 1981. Application to participate in GAPP is open to all students who have successfully completed at least two years of German, are in good standing, and will be at least 16 years old and have completed German III by the time of departure for Germany. In addition to a German language class, GAPP students will also be enrolled in this course and are expected to attend all preparation classes. Interested students should contact their German teacher for more information.