Can-Do Statements: Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to: 

·         Understand overall topics about where one lives

·         Describe a home and its contents

·         Distinguish pros and cons of different types of homes

·         Talk about household duties

·         Give basic directions

·         Comprehend information about landmarks and events

·         Ask for tourist information

·         Read and process basic news information

Use of the Language: This course has been designed in such a way that most of the class time will be devoted to communication and will be taught in the target language (i.e., the language that you are studying).  As you already have some experience with the language, you are encouraged to use the target language as much as possible from Day 1.  You are not expected to understand everything, and you can expect to be pushed beyond your comfort zone. However, your instructor is there to make sure you can succeed in meeting the goals of the activities and of the class in general.  Our goal is for you to be able to communicate in the target language, and we cannot learn to speak a language without speaking it.  Please remember that we learn best by making mistakes, and we encourage you to try to do your best.  Don’t forget that your instructor is there to support you in class and is also available via the Matrix messaging system for assistance.

Expectations/Time Commitment: It is strongly recommended that you schedule about 3 hours per week outside of the weekly 2-hour class for engaging with this course. Your background knowledge/experience with the language and other variables may require you to spend more or less time. Please plan accordingly by scheduling time on your calendar now. Active engagement in all course activities (e.g., class participation, module completion and participation, homework, written assignments, studying vocabulary, etc.) will contribute to your learning and success in this course.

Required Materials: (Note: the course materials may be purchased from the vendor of your choice, but we strongly recommend purchasing them directly at the publisher’s website using the links provided below. Please use Chrome’s translation function to best navigate this website. The print versions are recommended for students as the e-book version cannot be downloaded or printed.)

1. Spektrum Deutsch A1 Integrated Course and Workbook (ISBN 9783941323292) https://www.schubert-verlag.de/spektrum.a1.php

2. Grammatik A (ISBN 9783941323094) https://www.schubert-verlag.de/a-grammatik.php

This course will cover Kapitel 11 and Kapitel 12.

Please Note:

* While we accept registrations up to week two of classes, please register at least a week before the start date of the class, if at all possible. This is when class confirmation/cancellation decisions are made, and your registration may be the one making the difference. 

Tech Support: For any technology issues, initiate contact by submitting a ticket https://tiny.utk.edu/tlcsupport/

Recommended technology (online classes): 
A functioning computer or a tablet is a must. Whether it is a desktop or a laptop, any computer will do and will allow you to take your classes in an efficient virtual environment.

- Webcam, we ask that you use your webcam in class as this helps to create a feeling of classroom community.

- Microphone (required)