An intermediate German writing course focusing on individual and collaborative writing activities using authentic text models with German-specific cultural connotations.
Professor Melissa Sheedy taught with an extremely understanding approach, assigning homework that was not too long and writing projects with clear criteria. She provided great feedback on each written piece, and the student found the overall workload manageable.
Melissa Sheedy taught German 285 using a variety of learning materials, including reading a comic book set during World War II. She mostly graded on completion while providing helpful feedback to improve students' German. Students described the class as organized, supportive, and enjoyable, noting that the instructor cares deeply about student success.
Introduction to canonical and lesser-known fairytales within and outside Europe, exploring adaptation circles and shifting sociocultural values across time, cultures, and media.