Summer 2010 German Classes – Brenham
The German-Texan Heritage Society offers German language classes for adults. All classes are 90 minutes long and meet once a week for 8 weeks. German II will meet at the Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library, 100 Martin Luther King, Jr. Pkwy, Brenham. Beginning Conversational German will be held at the A. W. Hodde, Jr. Technical Education Center at 2910 S Blue Bell Rd in Classroom A.
The cost of the summer semester of Beginning Conversational German or German II for adults is $50 for GTHS members and $55 for non-members. The registration deadline for the adult class is May 28th. Class size is limited, so please register early. A registration form can be downloaded at Brenham 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 Melanie Schmidt-Dumont at programs@germantexans.org or call 512-482-0927.
Schedule - Summer Semester 2010
Beginning Conversational German
Teacher: Christine Schoen Wood
Wednesdays – 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm; June 2 – July 21, 2010
Location: A. W. Hodde, Jr. Technical Education Center, Classroom A
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.
German II (for adults)
Teacher: Christine Schoen Wood
Wednesdays – 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm; June 2 – July 21, 2010
Location: Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library
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.
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.
