GER 101 - Beginning German I

1. interpret written German that contains learned vocabulary;
2. derive meaning from written material where context and/or extralinguistic background knowledge are supportive;
3. write simple fixed expressions in German, all the symbols in the alphabetic or syllabic system;
4. initiate and respond verbally to simple statements, ask and answer questions, and participate in simple conversations;
5. express basic needs in the spoken and written language;
6. demonstrate comprehension of words and phrases from simple spoken questions, statements, high frequency commands, and courtesy formulae;
7. recognize non-verbal cultural norms;
8. describe the cultural practices and characteristics of the areas where German is spoken.