Required Texts: Deutsch:  Na klar! by Di Donato, Clyde and Van Sant.  You are
required to have all materials that go with the text.

Course Objectives:  German 101 is designed as an introductory course for students who have not acquired any formal knowledge of German before enrolling at Notre Dame.  During this semester we will cover the introductory and first seven chapters.  We will be developing skills in four areas of proficiency:  aural comprehension, speaking, reading comprehension, and written expression.

Grading:  Daily assignments are given in the Vorbereitung column of the syllabus.  During class time we will cover the activities listed in the In der Stunde column.  The only homework that I will collect are the Work Book and Lab Book assignments.  You are responsible for seven (7) chapter exams and a final.  Except for valid, pre-arranged reasons, there will be no make-up for a missed exam.

Please note that 10% of your grade is based upon participation, which is defined by your active involvement in class activities.  Therefore, daily attendance is expected.  Departmental policy allows for three (3) unexcused absences.  Additional unexcused absences will result in a lowering of your grade as follows:  4-5 absences = semester grade will be reduced by 5%, 6-7 absences = semester grade will be reduced by 10%, etc.  The total grade for the course breaks down as follows:

7 Chapter Exams  60%
Participation/Homework 20%
Final Exam   20%

The following percentages and grading system apply:

100-95    A
94-90     A-
89-86     B+
85-83     B
82-80     B-
79-78     C+
77-75     C
74-73     C-
72-70     D
69           F