Middlebury

GRMN3405A-L19

Adv German for Singers II

Stylistics, Expository Writing, and Communication

This course meets for two hours daily and forms the core of the 400 level program. It aims at strengthening the student's ability to write and speak German at an advanced level through development of speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills with an emphasis on advanced elements of communication and style. Attention will be paid to fine points of grammar, use of idioms, appropriate register. Students also will develop their knowledge of and skills engaging with the following genres: narration and narrative structure; posing questions and interview techniques; reports and briefs; formal written correspondence; public speaking/academic presentation; written and oral argumentation and debate; academic prose style. Classroom activities are supplemented by a range of digital materials and tools. Scheduled colloquia and lectures, films, and other cultural events of the German School will be incorporated into the course.

Required texts:
Texts will be available for purchase at the College Bookstore after all placement testing has been completed.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
60465
Subject Code:
GRMN
Course Number:
3405
Section Identifier:
A

Course

GRMN 3405

All Sections in Summer 2019 Language Schools, LS 7 Week Session