GERM 503Intermediate German I

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This course is intended as a first step in the expansion of your German language skills beyond the basic functionality acquired in the first two semesters. By engaging with a variety of authentic cultural materials (short literary texts, video blogs featuring native speakers, newspaper articles, online content, etc.), students will develop their comprehension skills as well as their skills of spoken and written expression. Where the early stages of language learning prioritize the communication of information, you will now learn structures and strategies for expressing your own opinions, experiences, and interpretations. Integrated skill development, functional communicative proficiency, and cultural awareness are the chief goals of the course. German is the main language of instruction. GERM 203 uses a free online platform customized to Binghamton University, instead of a textbook that needs to be purchased.