Cedartown High School
Herr McAninch – Room 117
2013-2014 school year
Tel. (770) 748-0490
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German I
The course objective is to develop students’ basic proficiency in basic German in thefour skill areas of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The primary purpose is to establish rapid and effective communication in German. Study will include vocabulary, German culture, history, and geography in addition to grammatical structures specified in the Georgiastandards. Students will be able to:
Understand basicspoken German, ask questions, anticipate answers, describe likes and dislikes
Express themselves clearly on basictopics
Manipulate basic sentence structure and advanced grammar topics
Read basic information on new topics
Write basic paragraphs from information gathered in reading
Required and Recommended Supplies:
- 3 ring binder w/ pockets & dividers
- Looseleaf paper
- 3x5 index cards (optional – for vocabulary flash cards)
- Notebook (optional-some students use loose leaf paper in a binder for notes)
- Pen or pencil.
- Electronic device with Internet access (computer tablet, electronic device, Android, I-Phone etc.)
Assessment:
Participation, Quizzes & Homework (Daily Grades) 20%
Tests (Including One Test Grade for Work Ethic) 60%
Final Exam 20%
Grade Scale:
A = 90 -100
B = 80 –89
C= 79 - 80
F = 69 and below
Class Participation
An integral part of any foreign language, class participation includes responding individually or as a group when asked to repeat words and phrases, attempting to answer questions you are asked, bringing necessary supplies to class, and taking part in the physical aspects of foreign language learning. At the conclusion of every week, you will receive a class participation grade. The more you participate, the more you get out of the class and the more fun you will have!
Classwork/Homework
Classwork and homeworkare to be completed and turned in on the day it is due. All late assignments will receive a 20% deduction. When I take an assignment for a grade, it can either be graded for completion or accuracy. I will not tell you which, so you have to make sure you try your best each time
Quizzes/Tests
You will have a scheduled quiz or test at the end of every two weeks. I may or may not tell you if it is going to be a test or quiz. You will just need to know the material that was covered during the previous two weeks. There may also be unannounced, pop quizzes
Phrase der Woche/Phrase of the Week
You will be responsible for memorizing and knowing the German phrase of the week written on the board above the teacher’s desk. Both phrases will appear on the test or quiz at the end of every two weeks.
Projects/Presentations
These will be assigned occasionallythroughout the year and will include topics such as German language, geography, history, music, and culture.
Group work
You will be frequently given an assignment to do as a group. Each individual will be expected to contribute equally to the success of the group. No observers!
Extra Credit
There will be occasional opportunity for extra credit. This may include researching spur of the moment questions and special translations.
Notebooks
I will not check your notebooks for a grade. However, it is highly encouraged that you keep one for study purposes. The better organized you are, the better you will succeed in this class as well as in life. I may also give the occasional open notebook quiz or test, so if you do not have a notebook you’re out of luck.
Detach this portion of the syllabus and return this, along with a signed copy of the attached classroom rules sheet, it as your first couple of homework assignments.
Parent/Guardian Information Sheet-CHS German Class 2013-2014
Your Name ______
Your Child’s Name ______
Relationship to child ______
Daytime Phone # ______Evening Phone #______
Email ______
Does your child have any medical problems that I should be aware of (allergies, learning disabilities, asthma, etc.)?
______
______
Any other questions/concerns not addressed above? ______
______
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Please, contact me by calling the high school or via e-mailatif you have any questions or concerns throughout the year.
Student Agreement:
I have read the syllabus, class rules, and procedures. I understand all that is expected of me. I will work hard, be prepared, and be responsible for my own actions.
Signature______Date ______
Parent/Guardian Agreement:
I have read the syllabus, class rules, and procedures. I understand all that is expected of my child. I will do my best to help my child be prepared for and succeed in this class.
Signature ______Date ______
Thank you and I look forward to working together with you to do what’s best for your child!