Winter 2012 German Classes – Brenham
The German-Texan Heritage Society (GTHS) offers two levels of German language classes for adults in Brenham, TX. All classes are 90 minutes long and meet once a week in Meeting Room 1 at Blinn College, 902 College Avenue, Brenham.
The cost of a 12-week German class is $60 for GTHS members and $70 for non-members. The registration deadline is February 1, 2012. Any registrations received after the registration deadline will be subject to a $5 late fee per class. All classes require a textbook which is available from GTHS and costs $20.00. Class size is limited, so please register early. A registration form can be downloaded at Brenham Winter 2012 Adult Registration Form.
The registration form and full tuition should be sent to: GTHS, P.O. Box 684171, Austin, TX 78768-4171. For more information, please contact programs@germantexans.org or call 1-866-482-4847.
This class concentrates on commonly used words and phrases and their correct pronunciation, using a conversational approach to teaching. No textbook is used, but handouts will be made available. This class is meant for those who know no German or who want to brush up on the basics. Upon completion of the course, participants should be able to pronounce the alphabet and sound out word combinations, read and speak simple phrases, and be able to understand and speak simple sentences, including asking for directions, ordering off the menu, and telling time and general conversation. No prerequisite.
This class concentrates on commonly used words and phrases and their correct pronunciation, using a conversational approach to teaching. No textbook is used, but handouts will be made available. This class is meant for those who know no German or who want to brush up on the basics. Upon completion of the course, participants should be able to pronounce the alphabet and sound out word combinations, read and speak simple phrases, and be able to understand and speak simple sentences, including asking for directions, ordering off the menu, and telling time and general conversation. No prerequisite.
This class is a continuation of the German I class and uses the second half of Taylor’s and Haas’ German: A Self Teaching Guide (available at GTHS for $20). The class emphasizes structure, vocabulary, and conversation and is designed for those who have completed German I or already know some German. Upon completion of twelve weeks of German II, students should be able to participate in a simple conversation using the present, past, subjunctive and future tenses, as well as grasp adjective endings, comparisons of adjectives, and possessive forms. The class will be conducted primarily in German with a focus on speaking practice and vocabulary building. Pre-requisite: German I or equivalent.
Beginning Conversational German
Teacher: Christine Schön Wood
Mondays – 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm; February 6 – April 30, 2012 (no class 03/12/12)
12-week course, 1.5 hours a week, textbook required
Registration Deadline: February 1, 2012
This class concentrates on commonly used words and phrases and their correct pronunciation, using a conversational approach to teaching. This class is meant for those who know no German or who want to brush up on the basics. Upon completion of the course, participants should be able to pronounce the alphabet and sound out word combinations, read and speak simple phrases, and be able to understand and speak simple sentences, including asking for directions, ordering off the menu, and telling time and general conversation. No prerequisite
Intermediate Conversational German
Teacher: Christine Schön Wood
Mondays –5:00 pm to 6:30 pm; February 6 – April 30, 2012 (no class 03/12/12)
12-week course, 1.5 hours a week, textbook required
Registration Deadline: February 1, 2012
This course is designed to help students strengthen and expand their conversational skills. Specifically, students will improve listening comprehension skills and speaking skills and expand their German vocabulary. The course focuses on common areas of conversation like Essen, Freizeit, Einkaufen, Reisen, Kino, Telefon, etc. Pre-requisite: German I or equivalent.
