Description:

By applying vocabulary and structures presented in the text and handouts and by applying knowledge gained in a systematic review of German, the successful student will be able to communicate in German in situations that typically arise while traveling in a German-speaking country. Placement test recommended: can be taken at the Testing Center. 2 hrs./wk.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor’s course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Refine standard German pronunciation.
2. Master the vocabulary presented in the text and hand-outs.
3. Master the grammar structures studied.
4. Carry on spontaneous and prepared exchanges in German.
5. Refine writing skills.
6. Perform any of the exercises in the textbook.
7. Gain a better understanding of German culture.
8. Gain ability to function in German while traveling in German-speaking countries.

Content Outline & Competencies:

(for the Fall Semester)

I. Students will be able to carry on simple conversations about their
families and the weather and will be able to choose, try on, and purchase
clothing.
   A. Develop vocabulary related to the family
   B. Use the genitive case to describe family relationships
   C. Use a German weather map
   D. Convert temperature in Celsius to Fahrenheit
   E. Speak and write about clothing, sizes, and colors
   F. Use role play to select, try on, and buy clothing

II. Students will be able to use services provided in an airport and a gas
station in a German-speaking country.
   A. Describe the various services offered at an airport
   B. Make, confirm, and change airline reservations
   C. Read car rental ads and brochures
   D. Use role play to make and change car rental reservations
   E. Use vocabulary and expressions given, to buy gas and describe minor
car problems

III. Students will be able to cope with common health-related problems
while traveling in a German-speaking country.
   A. Describe various minor health difficulties that may arise while
traveling
   B. Make a doctor’s appointment and describe symptoms
   C. Using selected medication directions written in German, determine
what various medications are for, how they should be taken, and what side
effects there might be (in English).

IV. Students demonstrate the skills necessary to enjoy cultural
opportunities in German-speaking cities.
   A. Discuss common sights in a tourist city and why one would visit
them
   B. Discuss cultural events, such as movies, opera, theater, concerts
   C. Use newspaper ads to determine what activities are available in a
city
   D. Use role play to check availability, prices, and types of tickets
   E. Use the vocabulary and expressions given to ask and understand
directions

V. Students will be able to conduct a city tour
   A. Apply the knowledge from IV above to prepare and present a tour of
the German-speaking city of their choice, describing the city, its
attractions, and its history. 

Content Outline & Competencies: (for Spring semester)

I. Students will be able to select a dwelling that suits their needs in a
German-speaking country.
   A.  Describe the types of housing in German-speaking countries
   B. Describe the rooms and articles of furniture in houses/apartments
   C. Describe the function of various rooms in the house
   D. Read advertisements for various types of housing
   E. Select housing appropriate for individuals described

II. Students will be able to shop, use the services of a post office, and
ask and understand directions in a German-speaking city.
   A. Describe stores found in a typical city and what my be purchased
there
   B. Plan a city with all appropriate stores and institutions
   C. Using vocabulary and structures learned, shop in an open market or
small store
   D. Describe the activities carried on in a post office in a
German-speaking country
   E. Using text, handouts, and manuscripts from videos shown, present
dialogs on buying stamps, receiving packages, and sending faxes from a
post office
   F. Using a city map and vocabulary and expressions from the text and
handouts, give and follow directions, written and oral
   G. Describe what can be bought/what service is provided at a particular
store, what one would typically say in the establishment, and how one would
ask directions to the establishment

III. Students will be able to reserve a table, order and pay for food, and
handle common problems associated with dining in a German-speaking area.
   A. Describe favorite restaurants/cafes
   B. Use menus and text to discuss differences in eating here and in
Europe
   C. Use role play to reserve tables and order and pay for meals
   D. Use dialogs to handle problems associated with dining.

IV. Students will be able to find lodging in a German-speaking area.
   A. Discuss traveling in general and places to spend the night
   B. Compare and contrast hotels and prices
   C. Using handouts given and special needs assigned, determine what
hotel best fits the needs of an individual
   D. Using role play and the manuscript of video shown, reserve a room
through a tourist bureau or directly with a hotel

V. Students will be able to read a train schedule, ask for information on
train travel, and reserve seats on trains in a German speaking area.
   A. Describe experiences of train travel
   B. Describe the types of trains found in German-speaking countries
   C. Using a real train schedule, chose among types of trains and various
services and classes
   D. Using role play, make inquiries, buy a ticket and make a seat
reservation on a train

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

3 topic tests @ 75              225
4 written conversations @ 50    200
Homework/quizzes/participation* 325    
Oral midterm                    100
Oral Final                      150
                               1000

*Class  participation includes homework, reading, pronunciation, and
quizzes.

Grade Criteria:

90 - 100% = A
80 - 89%  = B
70 - 79%  = C
60 - 69%  = D
 0 - 59%  = F

Caveats: NONE

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.