Students will read several short stories and a drama selection. Conversational German is stressed through discussions of timely topics taken from newspapers, magazines, and television. Non-graded short stories by German authors will be included for style and enrichment as well as insight into the culture. College materials will be used. Students are encouraged to write original compositions, dialogues, and letters.
German civilization is studied within the framework of the text and supplementary films.
Supplementary reading materials provide a stepping stone to more difficult literature. Basic vocabulary and grammar structures will be taught as well as how to survive in modern Japan. Kanii, the pictogram system, will be introduced. Students will also study daily life and culture as well as bowing and other appropriate behaviors. Students will build on previous knowledge of the language and culture.