Students learn how we read and comprehend literary prose, poetry, and drama and how to develop interpretive strategies for literary study. Intensive reading and writing component. Students are encouraged to formulate their responses to literary texts both orally and in written form. The course provides ample opportunity for students to strengthen their speaking and writing skills in the German language. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be in command of the critical terminology and skills which will enable them to work independently with literary texts.
Attendance is mandatory.
You will be allowed one absences with no questions asked and no explanations taken. Each additional absence will affect your final course grade. Students who miss three or more class meetings will be dropped from this class. Students are expected to complete all reading assignments prior to attending class. Pay close attention to both form and content.