GRMN 3302: Practical Conversation

3 Credit Hours

Prerequisite: GRMN 2001
In this course, students develop communication skills relevant to real-world contexts ranging from personal-private to professional interactions. Students learn how to use those skills effectively and appropriately, whether in the USA or in German-speaking encounters. Students also continue developing language and culture skills related to interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational modes of communication by reviewing authentic materials and speaking and writing about topics of general interest.

Notes: This course is taught in German.

Course Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to:

Examine authentic cultural materials for information on German products, practices and perspectives.

Communicate effectively in presentational, interpersonal, and interpretive modes.

Explain differences between contemporary German-speaking and American cultures, sub-cultures, and societies.
Develop collaboration and communication skills via team-based tasks and projects.