CIS Deutsch 1003 Syllabus 2008-09
German 1003 Section:5021T Phone: 651-768-4453
Email:tmoran@sowashco.k12.mn.us Instructor: Frau Theresa Moran
Room: 213 Office: 651-768-4400
Time: 9:00-10:24 Materials: Sprünge 1003
Reader “Oktoberfest”
QuickStudy German Grammar – optional
Course Curriculum
German 1003 is designed to review and expand your knowledge of German
language structure and to extend your comprehension and communicative
abilities. The materials you are using consist of the course-packet Sprünge,
a short story, Oktoberfest, listening exercises on Sprünge Online
(www.cla.umn.edu/spruenge), short literary texts, and a feature film. These
materials will help you work with the language in a variety of media and
forms that complement each other.
Preparation and Participation
Regular attendance, preparation and participation are central to your success
in German 1003. Anticipate spending approximately 2 hours on preparation for
each class hour, although time may vary with assignments. It is important
that you are present and prepared every class day and that you actively
participate in class. Classroom activities give you the chance to speak,
write, and read German, to listen to spoken German, and to understand and
apply grammar structures.
Oral Presentations, Interviews, Essays, Final Project
Because German 1003 emphasizes all four language skills--speaking, reading,
listening and writing--you will work on a variety of tasks that develop these
skills, and you will be evaluated on your achievements in all of these areas.
You will demonstrate your oral proficiency through formal class-
presentations, in-class interviews, informal small-group discussions, and by
performing a final group project at the end of the semester. Writing skills
will be developed through a number of tasks, including preparing a
presentation and writing essays. The essays emphasize process writing
starting with a rough draft, which you will revise and expand. You will be
informed about the specific requirements for individual assignments during
the semester.
Cultural Literacy
In addition to strengthening your language skills, this course gives you the
opportunity to improve your cultural literacy as well. This involves becoming
familiar with basic facts and traditions of other cultures, identifying
similarities and differences between cultures, and finally reflecting on your
own culture: why do you do things the way you do and what affect might those
actions have on other people in your community and around the globe? You will
research and report on a topic of your choosing related to a German state and
learn more about the function and value of common objects in everyday life in
Germany.
Quizzes, Chapter Tests and Final Exam
The book we are using contains 4 chapters, each divided in two parts
(Sprung). There will be a short quiz after the first Sprung and a test at the
end of the chapter. All students enrolled in the course are required to take
the final exam. You must pass the final exam to pass the course.
Course Grading
Participation-preparation (includes homework assignments, pop-quizzes,
computer lab, role-plays, etc) 200
Essays 100
4 Interviews @ 20 points each 80
Reading assignments 60
3 Chapter Tests @ 100 points each 300
4 Quizzes @ 30 points each 120
1 Final Project 40
1 Final Exam 100
Total Points: 1000 You may earn up to 20 Extra
Credit Points.
I am grading according to a system of accumulated course points. Each course
point is the equivalent of one percentage point toward your final grade. You
will receive a midterm grade report from me to check with your records.
Please track your own progress by monitoring points received and retaining
all assignments (such as essays, tests, and homework).
Student course grades are calculated according to the scale below.
A = 93-100
A- = 90-92
B+ = 87-89
B = 83-86
B- = 80-82
C+ = 77-79
C = 73-76
C- = 70-72
D+ = 66-69
D = 60 -65
F = 59 or
below
If you receive a grade of "D," "F," or "N" in this course, you may not enroll
in the next level of German courses until you earn a "C-" or better in German
1003.
UM Definition of Grades
A Achievement is outstanding relative to level necessary to meet
requirements.
B Achievement significantly above the level necessary to meet course
requirements.
C Achievement meets the course requirements in every respect.
D Worthy of credit even though it fails to meet fully the course
requirements.
Language Proficiency Exam (LPE)
This course will help to prepare you to take the Language Proficiency Exam in
German. Successful completion of the LPE is a valuable form of certification
of your knowledge of a foreign language. The test corresponds to nationally-
recognized guidelines. Students have reported using the LPE to satisfy
entrance or degree requirements (such as for graduate or professional
schools), and to demonstrate foreign language skills in hiring situations.
Make-Up, Late Work Policy, Incomplete Policy
No make-up exams will be given, except for in cases of illness, family
emergency, or a University excused absence. You must approach me in advance
in order to be eligible for make-up work. You may be required to provide
proof of your reason of absence. In accordance with University policy, you
may be excused from class to participate in religious observances and for
approved University activities.
Incompletes are rarely given in language courses. Following University Senate
grading policy, the I will be assigned at the discretion of the instructor
when, due to extraordinary circumstances, the student was prevented from
completing the work of the course on time. The assignment of an I requires a
written agreement between the instructor and student specifying the time and
manner in which the student will complete the course requirements. In no
event may any such written agreement allow a period of longer than one year
to complete the course requirements.
University Policies
Disability Services: Reasonable accommodations will be provided for students
with physical, sensory, systemic, cognitive, learning, and psychiatric
disabilities. For more information about possible arrangements, speak with me
at the beginning of the semester.
Scholastic Honesty: Be aware that your work for this course should conform to
University policies concerning scholastic honesty. Scholastic dishonesty will
result in either an "F" for the assignment or an "F" for the course. It
includes, but is not limited to, cheating on assignments or examinations,
plagiarizing (misrepresenting as one's own anything done by another),
submitting the same or substantially similar papers (or creative work) for
more than one course without prior consent of all instructors concerned,
sabotaging another's work, and unauthorized collaboration (such as
substantial rewriting of an essay by another) on assignments or exams.
Senate Student Academic Workload Policy: For undergraduate courses, one
credit is defined as equivalent to an average of three hours of learning
effort per week (over a full semester) necessary for an average student to
achieve an average grade in the course. For this 5-credit course you should
expect to spend 8-10 hours a week on coursework outside the classroom.
Classroom Policies: All students have the right to a civil, productive, and
stimulating learning environment. Sexual harassment by or toward a member of
the University community is prohibited and will result in disciplinary
action. Students are responsible for being on time and prepared for all class
sessions, and for seeking academic help in a timely fashion if needed. I
expect that you will be responsible for meeting all course requirements,
observing all deadlines, examination times, and other course procedures. I
look forward to lively and productive discussions in this course.
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