LEVEL 1

These courses are designed to enable students to begin to communicate with native speakers of the language of study.  Students will use simple language and read age- and language- appropriate passages for various purposes.  They will explore aspects of the culture of countries where the language under study is spoken, including social customs and the arts, by participating in cultural events and activities involving both print and technological resources.

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Japanese Level 1                                          (Academic)            LKJ ADR

German Level 1                                             (Academic)            LWG ADR

LEVEL 2

This course provides students with the language learning experiences that will enable them to communicate in the language of study.  Students will continue to develop and apply their speaking skills in a variety of contexts, and will participate in activities that will improve their reading comprehension and writing skills.  They will also continue to explore aspects of the culture of countries where the language under study is spoken by taking part in community-sponsored events and activities involving both print and technological resources.

Although students will continue to expand their vocabulary and repertoire of language structures, the language they will use at this level will still be simple.

German Level 2                                            (Academic)            LWG BDR

Prerequisite: LWG ADR

Japanese Level 2                                          (Academic)            LKJ BDR  --> NEW for 2012/2013

Prerequisite: LKJADR 

LEVEL 3

German Level 3                                            (University)            LWG CUR

This course offers students opportunities to further develop their knowledge of the international language and to enhance their communication skills.  Students will use increasingly sophisticated language in a variety of activities that will enable them to speak and write with clarity and accuracy.  Students will also enhance their thinking skills through the critical study of literature, and continue to explore aspects of the culture of the countries where the language is spoken through a variety of print and technological resources.

Prerequisite: LWG BDR

LEVEL 4

German Level 4                                            (University)            LWG DUR

This course provides students with opportunities to consolidate the language skills required for effective communication in business and personal contexts.  Students will use a variety of print and technological resources that will promote their ability to apply the language in practical situations, and will engage in activities such as writing memos, reading articles, and applying conversational skills in business contexts.  They will also add to their knowledge of the culture of countries where the language is spoken by using resources from the local and international community.

Prerequisite: LWG CUR