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  • GERM 3118: Berlin-Ger's Capital

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Students will analyze and examine aspects of Berlin's history and culture as they have unfolded over the past three centuries. Students will explore and interpret works of literature, film, architecture, visual arts, and popular media that depict the changing role of Berlin in German culture and politics. Students will learn about the people who lived through these histories and come to understand the experiences that shaped them. Proficiency goals: Students will be able to talk in detail and in an organized way about events and developments in various time frames, to confidently handle routine situations with an unexpected complication, and to share their point of view in discussions on some complex cultural and historical issues in connection with Berlin. Prerequisites: German AP score of 3 or higher.
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  • GERM 3550: Intro to German Studies

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    This course introduces students to the tools and methodologies of German Studies. Students will learn and practice key skills of the discipline: close analysis of literature and film, scholarly terminology/vocabulary, critical writing in German. Students will also gain exposure to central concerns, developments, and debates in the field. Taught in German. Prerequisite: GERM 3040 or 3060.
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  • GERM 3560: Germ Speaking Cultures

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Course introduces students to the diversities of the German-speaking cultures of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, and their relationship to Europe. Students will be introduced to the tools of Cultural Studies and explore broad issues, such as national identity, linguistic variations, immigration and emigration, the European Union, and minority cultures. Course taught in German. Prerequisite: GERM 3040 or 3060.
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  • GERM 3600: German Conversation

    1.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    The course provides students at all level of fluency the opportunity to improve their skills in speaking and listening and to expand their cultural awareness. Presentations by the instructor and invited speakers on topics of cultural interest (e.g. current events, film, art, music, cuisine, business, politics, cross-cultural encounters) will be followed by general discussion and small group conversation. Prerequisite: GERM 2020
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  • GERM 3750: From Grimm to Disney

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Course examines fairy tales in literature and film from the seventeenth to the twenty-first century. Particular focus will be paid to the tradition of rewriting folk tales - the Grimms' rewriting of older French and Italian folk and fairy tales and Disney's rewriting of the Grimms' fairy tales. Course will compare French, Italian, German, and American fairy tale traditions and investigate the resurgence of fairy tale motives in Hollywood blockbuster films. Taught in English.
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    General Education Course

  • GERM 3900: Special Topics

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Topic to be announced. Offered at least once a year. Repeatable for credit when topic varies. Prerequisite: Upper division standing.
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  • GERM 3903: CLAC: German

    1.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Cultures & Languages Across the Curriculum (CLAC) offers students the exciting opportunity to apply their proficiency in a second language to the study of academic content in fields. This class is a one credit hour supplement to another three credit hour course notated on the schedule and must be taken with the corresponding course. It may be repeated for credit when the topic varies.
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  • GERM 3940: Community Engaged Learn

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Involves students in thoughtfully organized service through community-engaged leaning. Students have the opportunity to use and expand their language skills and cross-cultural understanding while doing community-engaged learning projects on campus and in the local community. Academically the course seeks to provide a better understanding of challenges and problems faced by immigrants and their communities. This course entails lectures and readings, cross-cultural communications through simulation exercises, and community service in the Salt Lake region. Prerequisites: GERM 3040 OR GERM 3060.
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  • GERM 4060: Advanced Grammar

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    Focuses on review and deeper understanding of German grammar presented up to GERM 3040/3060. Provides opportunity to refine and practice advanced grammar (reading, writing, listening, speaking). Topics may include the subjunctive, passive, modal verbs, reflexives, etc. Includes study of authentic sources (web, press) for idiomatic usage and vocabulary. Prerequisites: GERM 3040 OR GERM 3060.
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  • GERM 4630: Surv-German Literature

    3.00 Credits
    University of Utah

    From 1880 to present. Representative works in prose, drama, and poetry. One course in the GERM 4610, GERM 4620, GERM 4630 series will be offered each semester on a rotating basis. Prerequisite: GERM 3040 or 3060.
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