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First Semester German teaches proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing German within a cultural context.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Carsten Haas, Julia Ruck: Students note that punctuality for attendance and homework is key, and relaxed grading applies if you put effort into discussions and ask meaningful questions.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Second Semester German emphasizes proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing German within a cultural context.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026First Semester Dutch teaches proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing Dutch within a cultural context.
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sampleThird Semester German focuses on a four-skills approach using authentic texts, recordings, and images.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Lisa Steiner: Lisa Steiner assigned a fair amount of homework that helped students learn, with a difficulty rating of 2.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026GERMAN 204 is the fourth semester of German, focusing on a four-skills approach using authentic texts, recordings, and images.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Carsten Haas: Weekly homework consists of one or two assignments that do not take long and are graded easily.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026GERMAN 213 is the third semester of Dutch, focusing on grammar review and vocabulary development.
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Fall 2023–Fall 2023 · limited sampleGERMAN 245 covers the cultural history and traditions of Dutch-speaking countries, with all instruction provided in English.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The class involves weekly readings listed in the syllabus, allowing students to prepare ahead for the largely discussion-based sessions.
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Spring 2023–Spring 2023 · limited sampleGERMAN 249 deepens understanding of spoken German using contemporary media to analyze variation in sound, vocabulary, and grammar.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Anastasiia Stolyarova: The workload consists of approximately two 10-minute assignments per week, with grades primarily based on quizzes and outside homework designed to improve speaking skills.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026GERMAN 258 teaches reading skills through literary and cultural texts from 1800 to the present, emphasizing close reading, textual analysis, and historical context.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Homework assignments are described as ridiculously or unnecessarily long, but tests are easy if students pay attention in class.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026Intermediate German writing course focusing on individual and collaborative activities using authentic cultural texts.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
The workload is light, with homework that is usually not too long and writing projects featuring clear criteria.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026GERMAN 299 is a directed study course allowing independent work arranged with a faculty member.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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First Semester Dutch for Graduate Students teaches minimal communication proficiency in Dutch through listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
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Third semester Dutch for graduate students focusing on grammar review, vocabulary development, and reading modern texts.
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GERMAN 325 is a topics course focusing on the study of specific authors or themes in modern Dutch and Flemish literature, often featuring the resident writer.
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Advanced composition and conversation course enhancing German language skills through current societal topics, essay strategies, and advanced grammar.
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Historical reviews of Sabine Gross: The course is rated as moderately difficult, with a specific emphasis on the need for significant class participation to help improve grades.
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sampleGERMAN 352 provides a hands-on introduction to topics in German linguistics, tailored for future teachers and graduate students.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026 · limited sampleGERMAN 362 covers selected topics in the literature of German-speaking countries.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2025 · limited sampleGERMAN 372 covers selected topics in the culture of German-speaking countries.
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Historical reviews of Weijia LI: Reviewers report a mix of workload perceptions, citing many assignments alongside a description of assessments as easy pieces of cake.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026GERMAN 391 provides intensive grammar and reading instruction for graduate reading knowledge.
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Fall 2022–Fall 2025 · limited sampleGERMAN 401 is a first-semester German course for graduate students focusing on language proficiency and cultural communication.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sampleGERMAN 402 is a second-semester German course for graduate students focusing on language proficiency and cultural communication.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sampleGERMAN 403 is a third-semester graduate course focusing on four-skills proficiency through authentic texts, grammar review, and vocabulary expansion.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sampleGERMAN 404 is a fourth-semester German course for graduate students focusing on four-skills proficiency using authentic texts and recordings.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2022 · limited sampleIs a graduate course taught in Dutch covering varied topics in Low Countries literature.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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GERMAN 645 covers theory and analysis of Dutch and Belgian cultural history, identity, and regionalism.
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An advanced seminar focusing on specific topics in German studies.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2025 · limited sampleGERMAN 699 is a directed study course allowing independent work arranged with a faculty member.
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GERMAN 720 focuses on German-language specific instruction, emphasizing teaching methods and developing an identity as a language instructor.
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Fall 2022–Fall 2024 · limited sampleGERMAN 722 covers the theory and methodology of teaching German as a second language.
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Fall 2022–Fall 2024 · limited sampleGERMAN 725 is a practicum in teaching undergraduate culture, focusing on observation, pedagogical discussion, and limited practice teaching.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
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Offering snapshots currently cover Fall 2026. Earlier grade records do not provide a complete offering history.