German 1A/B Course Outline

Level: (7,8,9,10,11,12)
Course Title: German 1A/B
Course Description: The German 1 course is the first year of study. Students will attain an acceptable level of proficiency in four basic skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Students must cooperate by completing homework and class work assignments, participation in oral reviews and games, and studying the text and notes. The students will also be introduced to different aspects of the cultures of German-speaking countries. This course is aligned to the State Foreign Language Standards and uses the textbook German Today 1.

MYP Aims Addressed by this Course:
The aims of the teaching and study of modern foreign languages are to:

• enable the student to use language(s) effectively as a means of practical communication, providing a sound base of communication skills necessary for future study, work and leisure
• enable the student to understand the nature of language and the process of total language learning, which comprises the integration of linguistic, cultural and social components
• enable the student to develop an appreciation of a variety of literary and non-literary texts
• offer insight into the cultural characteristics of the communities where the language(s) is (are) spoken
• encourage an awareness and understanding of the perspectives of people from other cultures
• promote involvement with different communities, where relevant
• provide access to varied sources of information
• foster curiosity, a lifelong interest and enjoyment in language learning.