Introduction to grammar, reading, simple conversation, and pronunciation. Course includes an overview of German history, culture, and cultures of other German-speaking countries.

Advanced instruction in grammar, reading, conversation, and pronunciation. Course includes dictation from tapes of native German speakers, basic conversational elements, and readings from contemporary German sources.

Reviews of grammar, composition, conversation, and reading. Study of German culture through an introduction to German literature. Oral in-class exercises based upon materials learned in GERM 1001/1002.

Increased emphasis on development of language skills through composition, short talks and assigned oral presentations. Continuation of GERM 2001.

Topics vary from semester to semester. Example topics: 20th-century German Literature, German plays, German conversation, German composition, advanced German grammar.