GRN1050

German Studies 5 ( 6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Christiane Weller

Offered:
Clayton First semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: Component 1: A communicative course designed to further speaking and reading skills in German. The emphasis is on learning to use German correctly in discussing a variety of topics. Component 2: An examination of the cultural and social history of the German-speaking world from the period 1450 to 1945 through lectures and selected readings, along with an introduction into the basics of text analysis.

Objectives: The aim of component 1 of this subject together with its sequel in semester 2 is to enhance their ability to recognise and analyse different types of texts in terms of their internal structures and their functions in the contexts in which they were produced and received; to develop their German language skills in the areas of reading, listening, speaking and writing; to acquire skills in researching, both individually and collaboratively, and in presenting the results of their research and reflection in both written and verbal form. After completion of component 2 students should also have gained a) an overview of some basic aspects of German social and cultural history in its European context; b) the ability to recognise and analyse a variety of texts in accordance with the categories of their historical origin and context; c) reading skills necessary to understand intermediate German; d) basic orientation about essay-writing and academic discussion of aspects of German culture on an advanced level.

Assessment: Essay (1000 words): 20% : Class paper: 15% + Test (45mins): 15% + Exam (1 hour): 20% + 4 homework exercises: 20% + Oral assessment: 10%

Contact Hours: 4 hours (1 x lecture and 3 x tutorials) per week

Prerequisites: VCE German or equivalent

Prohibitions: GRN1010, GRN1030, GRN1070, GRN1090, GRN2030, GRN2050, GRN3050