GERM 1000 - All Sections Elementary German I Fall 2018 - Memorial University of Newfoundland
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Memorial University of Newfoundland
Department of Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
GERM 1000 – All Sections
Elementary German I
Fall 2018
**Syllabus subject to change
Course Aims and Outcomes:
This course is for students with no prior knowledge of German. It aims at developing an ability to
read, write, and understand German at a basic level and provides insight into the history, culture,
and everyday life of the German speaking countries, that is Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
The course also intends to further awareness of the structures of the student’s first language and
of the intrinsic connections between language and cultural meaning. In addition, it encourages
positive attitudes towards other societies and cultures.
GERM1000 uses a communicative approach and makes use of online multimedia resources. The
course provides a starting point and linguistic foundation for progression to Elementary German
II. Upon successful completion of Elementary German I, students will be able to express
themselves in German using simple sentences. They will have acquired the vocabulary,
grammatical structures, and cultural knowledge to master basic social interactions and situations,
such as introducing oneself, making plans, or talking about one’s studies, hobbies, and routines.
Students will be able to comprehend spoken German on the same topics, spoken at moderate
speed.
Heidelberg Field School
Combined with GERM1000, successful completion of GERM1001 enables students to
participate in Memorial’s Field School in Heidelberg, Germany, to take place in Summer 2020.
Please contact Dr. Mayr (mmayr@mun.ca) for further information regarding the Field School
and go http://www.mun.ca/languages/more/study_abroad/german/.
Course Material and Resources:
Required: Treffpunkt Deutsch (Seventh Edition), which is sold at the
University Bookstore (2nd Floor of the University Centre, Room:
UC2006; Store Hours: Mo-Fri 8:30 am to 4:45 pm). This package
includes an access code to “MyGermanLab,” the electronic
workbook and resource accompanying the text. Make sure you
purchase them together, since you need the MyGermanLab for your
assignments.
* Please note that we are using a new edition this year.
GERM 1000 Syllabus (Fall 2018) 1 of 7* This textbook will also be used for GERM1001 and
GERM2010, so you will not have to purchase any
additional texts for the two courses following this one.
Online Resources: Brightspace (D2L): Some class material, such as additional
exercises, quiz answers, etc., will be posted on the Brightspace
website accompanying each section. It is the students’
responsibility to check the site for posted news items, new content,
and e-mail communication regularly. To access the course site,
please log into Memorial@Home (https://online.mun.ca/) using
your MUN Login ID and Password and click on GERM-1000.
Recommended: English Grammar for Students of German (edited by Cecile Zorach
and Charlotte Melin; any edition), available from various
booksellers. This affordable small book provides simple, short
explanations of grammatical terms, using examples from both
English and German.
Course Evaluation Scheme:
Assignments (5) 10%
Chapter Quizzes (4) 20%
Vocab Quizzes (5) 5%
Class Preparedness, Participation, Conversation Class 10%
Oral Exam 10%
Midterm Exam 20%
Final Exam 25%
*** All quizzes are written at the beginning of class.
LATE POLICY
*****Late assignments will be accepted at a penalty of 2% per day.*****
If you are applying for a waiver of regulations, request a deferred final exam or
assignment/paper, etc., please refer to General Academic Regulations in the University Calendar:
- “Missed Testing and Late Policy” 6.7.5 http://bit.ly/2c7v3ba
- “Exemptions From Final Examinations and Procedures for Applying to Write Deferred Final
Examinations” 6.8.2 http://bit.ly/2bZ08gM
GERM 1000 Syllabus (Fall 2018) 2 of 7Explanation of Course Components:
Assignments (10%):
There are 5 assignments, one for each chapter (including the introduction “Erste Kontakte”).
These assignments will be completed online using the MyGermanLab program accompanying
your textbook. In addition, a paper-based written component accompanying each assignment will
be handed out class. Detailed explanations about how to access and complete these assignments
will be given in the first week of classes.
Class Participation (10%):
In a language class, there is a strong correlation between class attendance and performance, so
participation is vital. Attending class allows you to listen to spoken German, develop your own
speaking skills in conversation with your instructor and peers, and prepares you for the oral
exam. To get the most out of the course, come to every class, come prepared with any assigned
homework completed, and actively participate in class and group activities!
Conversation Class (5%):
Over the course of the semester, you must attend 5 conversation classes of your choice over the
course of 5 different weeks. You will be able to choose from different time slots to be announced
at the beginning of classes. Conversation classes are an essential component of preparing you for
the oral exam and a fun way to help you practice speaking German outside of the classroom in a
smaller group setting and. In addition, you will learn more about contemporary German culture –
something you may also pursue by participating in the German Stammtisch meetings! Details,
time and place to be announced.
Vocabulary Quizzes (5%):
There will be 5 short preannounced vocab quizzes written at the beginning of class, testing you
on the vocabulary assigned in a given unit. While they are not worth a lot in terms of your final
mark, you will find that actually studying for them is invaluable when it comes to mastering the
course material. There will be a new set of vocab assigned each week.
Chapter Quizzes (20%):
We will have 4 Chapter quizzes. These quizzes are written during regular class hours. They will
test you on listening comprehension, vocabulary, grammar, and composition. They will take
place at the beginning of class, so make sure you are on time!
Oral Exam (10%):
In the last full week of classes (Nov 26-30), you will meet with your instructor for a period of 10-
15 minutes. During this time, you will engage in a conversation on one of a number of different
topics covered in class. In the course of this test, you will produce between 20 and 25 complete
German sentences. You will be graded on your ability to use correct German vocabulary, syntax,
grammar, and on your pronunciation. Watch out for the sign-up sheet towards the end of the
semester- first come, first served! Detailed instructions to be provided in class.
Midterm (20%): Oct 19th, 2018
The midterm (20%) tests you on all the material covered up to that point. You will write it during
class time in your usual classroom (50 min.).
GERM 1000 Syllabus (Fall 2018) 3 of 7Final Exam (25%):
The final exam will be written during the exam period (Dec 5th- 14th, 2018). The exact date will
be determined by the registrar’s office. Since language acquisition is a cumulative process, the
final exam will test you on all of the material covered during the term.
Accommodations
Memorial University is committed to facilitating and promoting an accessible, inclusive, and
mutually respectful learning environment. Students requiring special accommodation are asked to
communicate firstly with the Glenn Roy Blundon Centre (http://www.mun.ca/blundon) at the
earliest opportunity. University policies and procedures pertaining to accommodations for
students with disabilities can be found at http://www.mun.ca/policy/site/policy.php?id=239.
Classroom Conduct
To ensure that our time together will be spent comfortably and has maximum benefit for all,
very few simple but important rules to follow in the classroom at all times, i.e. during lecture,
class activities, presentations, and group work:
• Be polite and respectful to your peers and instructor.
• Refrain from any side conversations while your instructor or one of your peers are
speaking.
• Arrive on time and do not leave early. (Speak to your instructor if there are special
circumstances).
• Switch off your cell phones and any other electronic devices during class (unless there is
an emergency situation or a laptop is required for learning purposes). That is, no texting,
emailing, chatting, twittering, surfing, …
Academic Advice
I would be happy to answer any questions about this course. If you need information about your
program requirements and course selections, you might begin by consulting the University
Calendar (http://www.mun.ca/regoff/calendar/). I can also put you in touch with an
undergraduate liaison or academic advisor.
Campus Support
There are a number of excellent student support services available to students on campus:
• Students seeking advice about a specific Major or Minor should contact the designated
undergraduate advisor in that department. For German, please contact Dr. John Buffinga
mailto:johnb@mun.ca.
GERM 1000 Syllabus (Fall 2018) 4 of 7• The Academic Advising Centre (SN-4053) provides academic guidance to students in
their first year of study.
• The Commons (QEII library) provides access to print, electronic and technology
resources.
• The Counselling Centre (UC-5000) helps students develop their personal capabilities,
ranging from study strategies to assisting distressed students.
• Student Affairs and Services (UC-3005) answers questions about such things as courses,
housing, books, financial matters and health.
• The Writing Centre (SN-2053) is a free, drop-in facility for students and helps them
become better writers and critical thinkers.
• The Glenn Roy Blundon Centre (UC-4007) serves students whose disabilities involve
conditions affecting mobility, vision, hearing, learning (disabilities), chronic illness, or
mental health; support is also provided to students with documented temporary illnesses
and injuries.
• Student Life (ASK, UC-3005) answers questions about such things as courses, housing,
books, financial matters and health.
Academic Misconduct http://bit.ly/1X4w8QT
From the University Calendar 6.12.4 “Academic Offences”:
Academic offences shall be deemed to include, but shall not be limited to, the following:
• Cheating on examinations or any other tests, theses, assignments, work term reports,
projects, laboratory assignments, laboratory reports or internship reports: This includes
copying from another student's work or allowing another student to copy from one's own
work; consulting with any unauthorized person during an examination or test; possessing
unauthorized aids; using unauthorized aids; or knowingly recording or reporting false
empirical or statistical data. The work referred to includes examinations, theses,
assignments, work term reports, projects, laboratory assignments, laboratory reports,
internship reports, or any other tests which are to be used in judging the student's
performance in a course or program of study, or on any special tests which the University
may offer.
• Impersonating another student or allowing oneself to be impersonated: This includes the
imitation of a student or the entrance into an arrangement with another person to be
impersonated for the purposes of taking examinations or tests or carrying out laboratory
or other assignments.
• Plagiarism: Plagiarism is the act of presenting the ideas or works of another as one's own.
This applies to all material such as essays, laboratory assignments, laboratory reports,
work term reports, design projects, seminar presentations, statistical data, computer
programs, research results and theses. The properly acknowledged use of sources is an
accepted and important part of scholarship. Use of such material without acknowledgment
is contrary to accepted norms of academic behaviour. Information regarding acceptable
writing practices is available through the Writing Centre at www.mun.ca/writingcentre
• Theft of examination papers or other material: This includes obtaining by any improper
means examination papers, tests, or any other such material.
• Use and/or distribution of stolen material: This includes the use of material which the
student knows to have been improperly obtained and/or the distribution of such material.
GERM 1000 Syllabus (Fall 2018) 5 of 7• Submitting false information: This includes falsifying academic forms or records, submitting false credentials, medical or other certificates, or making a false, misleading or incomplete declaration to the University. • Submitting work for one course or work term which has been or is being submitted for another course or work term at this or any other institution without express permission to do so: This includes the presentation of an essay, report or assignment to satisfy some or all of the requirements of a course when that essay, report, or assignment has been previously submitted or is concurrently being submitted for another course without the express permission of the professor(s) involved. • Prevention or obstruction of access to works or materials provided by the University needed by others for academic purposes. • Attempt of bribery, and/or threat of blackmail to influence the award of any credit, grade, honour or academic decisions. • Failure to follow relevant University/Faculty/School guidelines on ethics. • Failure to follow the Memorial University of Newfoundland Code. GERM 1000 Syllabus (Fall 2018) 6 of 7
Detailed Schedule:
Disclaimer: We will attempt to closely follow the schedule below. However, the instructor reserves the
right to adjust the dates and content of quizzes and assignments based on progress.
Semester Week Treffpunkt Deutsch Important Dates
1. Woche (Sept 5-7) Erste Kontakte
2. Woche (Sept 10-14) Erste Kontakte Sept 14: Vocab Quiz (I)
Sept 21: Chapter Quiz 1
3. Woche (Sept 17-21) Kapitel 1
Assignment 1
4. Woche (Sept 24-28) Kapitel 1 Sept 28: Vocab Quiz (II)
Kapitel 1 Oct 5: Chapter Quiz 2
5. Woche (Oct 1-5)
Kapitel 2 Assignment 2
*Oct 8th: Thanksgiving, no classes
6. Woche (Oct 10-12)* Kapitel 2
Oct 12:Vocab Quiz (III)
Oct 19: Midterm Exam
7. Woche (Oct 15-19) Kapitel 2
Assignment 3
8. Woche (Oct 22-26) Oct 26:Vocab Quiz (IV)
Nov 2: Chapter Quiz 3
9. Woche (Oct 29-Nov 2) Kapitel 3
Assignment 4
10. Woche (Nov 5-9) Kapitel 3 Nov 9: Vocab Quiz (V)
*Nov 12th: Remembrance Day (no classes)
11. Woche (Nov 12-16)* Kapitel 3 Nov 16: Chapter Quiz 4
Assignment 5
12. Woche (Nov 19-23) Kapitel 4
Oral Exams
13. Woche (Nov 26-30) Kapitel 4
Last day of class: Nov 30th
Exam Period (Dec 5-14, 2018): Exact Date of Exam to be determined by Registrar’s Office
https://www.mun.ca/regoff/grades_exams/
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