German Beginner I is a beginning language course for nonnative speakers who have little or no previous knowledge of the German language. The course is designed to introduce skills in speaking, reading, writing, comprehension and listening in order to prepare students to become conversationally proficient. Students will build language competencies by producing and by linking previously learned material. Students will be able to converse on familiar topics and write simple sentences on the topics presented in the book. Written exercises are geared to reinforce the oral exercises. In addition, the course will increase awareness of cultural and social differences and similarities and inherent characteristics of the populace within the US and Germany.
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