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The German Program<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The World Languages Department offers the following German courses:<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First semester<\/strong>
German 101 German I (5 units)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This course is the first semester of German. This elementary level course is a study of the German language and German-speaking cultures with emphasis on the development of communicative skills and basic structures through listening, speaking, reading and writing. No previous experience in German is required. In German 101 we will cover the first five chapters of the free online textbook Willkommen Deutsch f\u00fcr alle<\/em><\/span> (Einheiten<\/span> 1, 2, 3, 4, 5).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second semester<\/strong>
German 102 German II (5 units)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This course is the second semester of German. This elementary level course is a study of the German language and German-speaking cultures with continued emphasis on the development of communicative skills and basic structures through listening, speaking, reading and writing. This course will cover the second half of the free online textbook Willkommen Deutsch f\u00fcr alle<\/em><\/span> (Einheiten<\/span> 6, 7, 8, and 10).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Third semester<\/strong>
German 201 German III (5 units)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

German 201 is the third semester of German. This intermediate level course is a study of the German language and German-speaking cultures, focusing on intermediate level structures and readings of culturally relevant authentic materials. Emphasis is on developing oral, listening, reading and writing skills in order to acquire proficiency in German. Class is conducted in German with the free textbooks Willkommen Deutsch f\u00fcr alle 1<\/em><\/span> (Einheit<\/span> 9 only) and 2, and other free resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fourth semester<\/strong>
German 202 German IV (5 units)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This course is the fourth semester of German. This intermediate level course is study of the German language and of special topics on the culture of the German speaking world. Emphasis is on further development of cross-cultural awareness, as well as the development of oral, listening, reading and writing skills in order to improve communicative competence in German. Class is conducted in German with a free textbook \/ resources. One free textbook used is called Wolkenkratzer<\/em><\/span>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The above classes are part of the AA degree and Certificate of Achievement in German.
For more information, please contact Prof. Manneh (bmanneh@palomar.edu<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Third or fourth semester (not part of the AA degree or Certificate):  <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

German 225 German Reading and Conversation (3 units) (prerequisite: GERM 102)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

An intermediate-level study of the German language and culture. Focus is on spoken language with readings of cultural material serving as a basis for discussion. Course is taught in German with a free textbook \/ resources. (Currently not offered). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

German course offerings:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Please see the department schedule posted each semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Textbooks for German: All-Zero Cost OER)!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

All course materials will be provided at no cost to the student.
In German 101 and 102, we are using the textbook Willkommen Deutsch f\u00fcr alle<\/em><\/span>.
In German 201 and 202, we are using Willkommen Deutsch f\u00fcr alle 2<\/em><\/span>, Wolkenkratzer<\/em><\/span> and other resources, mainly from the Deutsche Welle<\/span> website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For writing the Umlaute, I recommend to use Lexilogos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Degree and Certificate Program AA in German<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The degree will provide required course work for students majoring or minoring in German. In addition, completing the course work will meet the second language competency requirements at many colleges and universities. It will also provide instruction for students seeking language skills for personal development or travel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To fulfill the A.A. Degree requirements<\/a> or to receive the Certificate of Achievement<\/a>, students must complete 20 units in German. Upon completion of this program, student will be able to interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity at the intermediate level and will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the culture of the German speaking world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Knowing German is a vital skill in countless career fields, given the relevance of German businesses to the global economy. German is relevant for students specializing in arts and humanities, including literature, theatre, history, art history and music, as well as the social and political sciences, education, business and international relations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

German course requirements for the Certificate\/AA degree:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2022German 101*  (5 units)
\u2022German 102*  (5 units)
\u2022German 201    (5 units)
\u2022German 202    (5 units)
*For students who have NOT taken German 101 or 102 at Palomar, it may be possible to use Credit by Exam to meet these requirements. Students who have already taken the required courses may apply for the degree at any time.<\/em> If you are interested in the degree or certificate, please talk to Prof. Manneh (bmanneh@palomar.edu<\/a>) and\/ or meet with your counselor as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why learn German?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n