(On Zoom) Advanced German Saturday 10:15am to 11:15am PST (May 25th to June 29th) Instructor: Anja
This class will meet on Zoom from May 25th to June 29th.
About the instructor: Anja, a German native from Münster, started her teaching career in Germany after completing her BA. and M.A. degrees in Cultural Studies and Comparative Literature. In 2005, she moved to North Carolina and completed her Ph.D. in German Literature. Since then, she has stayed in the academic world and taught German language, literature and culture classes. Anja believes in a communicative, student-centered approach to teaching, in which students not only feel comfortable using the target language but also engage with the language creatively. Anja enjoys designing personalized lesson plans in which humoristic elements always find their way.
About the class: The advanced German class is designed for students who have completed at least two years of study in German and have already mastered the major topics of German grammar. This level of proficiency in the language allows students to focus on refining their language skills and achieving a high level of fluency in spoken and written German.
In this class, students will be exposed to more complex grammatical structures, advanced vocabulary, and a broader range of cultural topics. The emphasis will be on developing the ability to express oneself clearly and precisely in a variety of contexts, including professional, academic, and social settings.
In the advanced German class, students will engage in more sophisticated reading and writing activities, such as reading literary texts, analyzing newspaper articles, and writing essays on current events. They will also work on improving their listening and speaking skills through group discussions. Students will deepen their understanding of German culture and society, and explore the nuances of the language in context.
Overall, the advanced German class is an excellent opportunity for students who have already achieved a high level of proficiency in the language to further develop their skills and deepen their understanding of German culture and society. By the end of the course, students should be able to communicate effectively and confidently in German and be well-prepared for further study or professional work in a German-speaking context.