Course Syllabus

NMSU Alamogordo, fall 2018, GER 111 A20 Elementary German I, online,
4 credits.

Course Description

German for beginners. Stress on speaking skills. (NMSU Alamogordo Course

Catalog 2018 – 2019)

Prerequisite

None.

Instructor

Sonja de Vargas, 575-439-3616 (no voice mail, please), Faculty Building Room
111, office hours M/W 12:00 to 1:00 pm and by appointment, e-mail
sdevarga@nmsu.edu, Skype username sdevargas1.

Required Books and Materials

This text will be used for the sequence of 4 courses (GER 111, GER 112,
GER 211, GER 212), so the cost will be deferred over 4 semesters.

• Treffpunkt Deutsch, 6th Edition, by Gonglewski, Moser, and Partsch,

published by Pearson in looseleaf format or hard copy
• Student access code (24 months) for the online component
MyGermanLab with Pearson eText

Available as a free download at www.skype.com:

• Skype

Additional computer accessories for listening to and recording audio and video
clips:

• Microphone or headset (microphone and headphones)

• Webcam

Recommended Resource

• 501 German Verbs – W/CD, Strutz

Canvas
Canvas is the learning management system for the course. There you will find
this syllabus, announcements, e-mail, oral assessments, supplementary
information, the Erste Kontakte chapter test, the final exam, and grades.

Registering for MyGermanLab

1. You must create an account with the textbook publisher Pearson by going
to the website www.mylanguagelabs.com .
2. Under Students click on Get Registered and follow the instructions.
3. Under Students click on Support. On the next page, click Set Up Your
Computer. The content will help you check the system requirements.

Enrolling in the Course

Once you have registered for MyLanguageLabs, you must enroll in the course
using the ID: CRSKLL2-651466

Grading

The semester grade is based on:

• Homework average 30%

• Chapter oral assessment average 30%
• Chapter test average 30%
• Final exam 10%

Letter grades are based on the following scale:

• 90% - 100% A
• 80% - 89% B 70% - 100% S(atisfactory)
• 70% - 79% C
• 60% - 69% D 0% - 69% U(nsatisfactory)
• 0% - 59% F

All graded activities are listed under Assignments in Canvas. Late work will not
be accepted and a score of zero will be recorded. There is a special policy for
SAM activities in MyGermanLab (see next section).

Homework – SAM Activities in MyGermanLab

This homework is assigned and submitted in the SAM (Student Activities Manual)
located in the publisher’s website MyGermanLab. Due dates are indicated in the
MyGermanLab assignment calendar and the schedule at the end of this syllabus.
The submission deadline is 11:59 pm Mountain Time. Late submissions will
have to be accepted by the instructor. None will be accepted after the last day of
the chapter. Each exercise will be limited to 5 attempts; the highest score will be
recorded in MyGermanLab. These scores will help you ascertain where you
might need additional help from the instructor. The actual credit you receive for
your semester grade is explained below.

At the end of the period allotted for a chapter, the instructor will count the number
of the SAM activities completed and divide this by the number of total
assignments. Example: 25 completed out of 25 assigned equals 100%. These
averages of completed SAM assignments will be counted part of the homework
portion of the semester grade.

The additional course materials “Readiness Check,” “Chapter Resources,”

“Additional Practice,” and “Grammar Powerpoints” will be available on an
unlimited basis, but will not count as part of the homework portion of the
semester grade.

Homework – Writing Assignments in Canvas

For each chapter there is a writing assignment posted under “Assignments.” See
individual postings for content and format instructions.

Chapter Oral Assessments – Canvas and Skype

For each chapter there are practice and graded oral assessments posted under
“Assignments.” See individual postings for content and format instructions.

E-mail the instructor with your Skype username so it can be added to the class
contact list.

Skype video chat appointments must be requested in the Canvas “K__ Oral
Assessment” text entry box and set by the deadline indicated in the syllabus
schedule. The appointments should take place within designated the time frame.

Chapter Tests – Erste Kontakte in Canvas, K1 – K4 in MyGermanLab

At the end of each chapter a test will be posted. There will be a 72-hour period in
which to log in and take the test. Each test will be timed for 3 hours. The test
must be completed and submitted within the 72-hour period. There are 3
attempts allowed; the highest score will be recorded.

Final Exam – Canvas

The final exam will be available 29 November – 5 December 2018.

Student Resources Link

The NMSU-A Student Resources Link http://nmsua.edu/students/ contains a list

of links, tools, and services.

Course Objectives
Through the study of basic German grammar and vocabulary, students will
develop basic skills in listening (CO 1), reading (CO 2), writing (CO 3), and
speaking (CO 4).

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

1. Listen to recordings and correctly identify specific information.

(CO 1)
2. Read single sentences and short passages and identify information in the
text.
(CO 2)
3. Write complete and grammatically correct sentences.
(CO 3)
4. Respond orally to scripted and unscripted questions using correct
grammar and pronunciation.
(CO 4)

Course Description (New Mexico Higher Education Department)

Intended for students with no previous exposure to German, this course develops
basic listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills aiming toward the ACTFL
novice-mid level. This is an introductory course designed to teach the student to
communicate in German in everyday situations and to develop an understanding
of German cultures through the identification of cultural products and practices,
of cultural perspectives, and the ability to function at a survival level in an
authentic cultural content. This course will also develop the student’s sense of
personal and social responsibility through the identification of social issues.

Student Learning Outcomes (New Mexico Higher Education Department)

1. Students can communicate on very familiar topics using a variety of words

and phrases that they have practiced and memorized.
2. Students can write lists and memorized phrases on familiar topics.
3. Students can recognize some familiar words and phrases when they hear
them spoken.
4. Students can recognize some letters or characters.
5. Students can understand some learned or memorized words and phrases
when they read.
6. Students can identify beliefs, behaviors and cultural artifacts of the
German-speaking world.
7. In English, students will engage with social issues confronting the
German-speaking world to develop their sense of personal and social
responsibility.

Mission Statement

The mission of New Mexico State University at Alamogordo is to provide quality

learning opportunities for individuals in the diverse communities we serve.
Disability Accommodation and Discrimination

New Mexico State University Alamogordo, in compliance with applicable laws

and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes
and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry,
color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race,
religion, retaliation, serious medical condition, sex (including pregnancy), sexual
orientation, spousal affiliation, or protected veteran status in its programs and
activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs and
activities. Inquiries may be directed to the Executive Director, Title IX and Section
504 Coordinator, Office of Institutional Equity, P.O. Box 30001, 1130 E.
University Avenue, Las Cruces, NM 88003; 575-646-3635; equity@nmsu.edu.

NMSU-A is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified

individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an
alternate format or to request an accommodation, please contact Accessibility
Services, 575‐439‐3721, asdnmsua@nmsu.edu. (8/2017 version)

New Mexico State University Alamogordo ofrece programas educativos a todos

los estudiantes sin discriminación basada en edad, color, discapacidad,
identidad sexual, información genética, origen nacional, raza, religión,
retaliación, problemas serios de salud, sexo (incluyendo personas
embarazadas), orientación sexual, afiliación conyugal e estado de veterano.
Además, Título IX prohíbe discriminación sexual, inclusive conducta sexual
inapropiada, violencia sexual (abuso sexual, violación), persecución sexual y
retaliación.

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA) covers issues relating to disability and accommodations. If a student
has questions, needs an accommodation in the classroom (all medical
information is treated confidentially), or need help filing a complaint contact:

Accessibility Services Department – Student Services Center, Room 206

Phone: 575.439.3721

Text: 575.201.7775 Email: asdNMSUA@nmsu.edu Website:

http://nmsua.edu/student-services/asd/

Title IX NMSU-A Liaison / 504 Coordinator: Anne Ricksecker Student Services

Building

575.439.3716 anricks@nmsu.edu

ASD Coordinator: Gary Bond

Student Services Building

575.439.3724 asdNMSUA@nmsu.edu

For more information on discrimination issues, Title IX, Campus SaVE Act,
NMSU Policy Chapter 3.25, NMSU’s complaint process, or to file a complaint
with NMSU System contact:

Lauri Millot, Executive Director and Title IX Coordinator

Agustin Diaz, Associate Director, Title IX Deputy Coordinator

Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) - O'Loughlin House, 1130 University Avenue

Phone: 575.646.3635 E-mail: equity@nmsu.edu Website: http://eeo.nmsu.edu/

Other NMSU-A Resources:

NMSU-A Security Department: 575.439.3634

NMSU-A Vice President for Academic Affairs: 575.439.3621

Crises Services Hot Line: 1.800.314.6841

For Any On-campus Emergencies: 911

Campus Closure

In the event of a campus closure, check the NMSU-A homepage.

Classroom Conduct

Professional conduct is required for all interaction in the class, including e- mail
correspondence and Skype appointments.

No smoking in NMSU/NMSU-A classrooms or within 50 feet of the entrance to

any building on campus. Any student engaging in disruptive behavior will be
required to leave the class and, at the instructor’s discretion, may only be allowed
to return to class after he/she meets with the Vice President for Student Affairs.

Miscellaneous

The regulations regarding “I” grades are very strict. These regulations are
explained in the NMSU Alamogordo Course Catalog 2018-2019, “Incomplete
Grade.”

In case of cheating on a graded assignment, you will receive a “0” for that
assignment and may be referred for administrative action (see NMSU
Alamogordo Student Handbook 2018-2019, “Academic Misconduct”).
 It is the instructor’s prerogative to change the schedule in writing or by class
announcement.

Attendance

This is an online course, so your attendance is based on submitting work on

time.

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Fall 2018 GER 111 A20 Schedule

Due Dates for Graded Items: Homework, Oral Assessments, Tests, Final Exam

Submission due dates are set for 11:59 pm Mountain Time

W 15 AUG Erste Kontakte

F 17 AUG EK SAM 1 – 5 MyGermanLab

SAT 18 AUG EK SAM 6 – 10 MyGermanLab

SUN 19 AUG EK SAM 11 – 15 MyGermanLab

M 20 AUG EK SAM 17; MyGermanLab;

EK Writing Assignment Canvas
TH 23 AUG EK Oral Assessment Practice Canvas audio clip
submission
SUN – W 26 – 29 AUG EK Test Canvas Quizzes

W 29 AUG EK Oral Assessment Canvas audio clip

submission
TH 30 AUG Kapitel 1

F 31 AUG K1 SAM 1 – 5 MyGermanLab

SAT 1 SEPT K1 SAM 6 – 10 MyGermanLab

SUN 2 SEPT K1 SAM 11 – 15 MyGermanLab

M 3 SEPT Labor Day Holiday

K1 SAM 16 – 20; MyGermanLab;

Deadline for setting K1 Oral Canvas K1 Oral
Assessment appointment Assessment text entry
TU 4 SEPT K1 SAM 21 - 25 MyGermanLab

W 5 SEPT K1 SAM 26 – 29; MyGermanLab;

K1 Writing Assignment Canvas
TH 6 SEPT K1 Oral Assessment Practice Canvas audio clip
submission
M – TH 10 – 13 SEPT K1 Oral Assessment Skype video chat
appointment
SUN – W 16 – 19 SEPT K1 Test MyGermanLab

TH 20 SEPT Kapitel 2

F 21 SEPT K2 SAM 1 – 5 MyGermanLab

SAT 22 SEPT K2 SAM 8 – 12 MyGermanLab

SUN 23 SEPT K2 SAM 13 – 17 MyGermanLab

M 24 SEPT K2 SAM 18 – 22; MyGermanLab;

Deadline for setting K2 Oral Canvas K2 Oral
Assessment appointment Assessment text entry
TU 25 SEPT K2 SAM 23 – 26; MyGermanLab;
K2 Writing Assignment Canvas
TH 27 SEPT K2 Oral Assessment Practice Canvas audio clip
submission
M – TH 1 – 4 OCT K2 Oral Assessment Skype video chat
appointment
SUN – W 7 – 10 OCT K2 Test MyGermanLab

TH 11 OCT Kapitel 3

F 12 OCT K3 SAM 1 – 3, 6, 7 MyGermanLab

SAT 13 OCT K3 SAM 8 – 12 MyGermanLab

SUN 14 OCT K3 SAM 13 – 17 MyGermanLab

M 15 OCT K3 SAM 18 – 22; MyGermanLab;

Deadline for setting K3 Oral Canvas K3 Oral
Assessment appointment Assessment text entry
TU 16 OCT K3 SAM 23 – 25; MyGermanLab;
K3 Writing Assignment Canvas
TH 18 OCT K3 Oral Assessment Practice Canvas audio clip
submission
M – TH 22 – 25 OCT K3 Oral Assessment Skype video chat
appointment
SUN – W 28 – 31 OCT K3 Test MyGermanLab
TH 1 NOV Kapitel 4

F 2 NOV K4 SAM 1 – 5 MyGermanLab

SAT 3 NOV K4 SAM 6 – 10 MyGermanLab

SUN 4 NOV K4 SAM 11 – 15 MyGermanLab

M 5 NOV K4 SAM 16 – 20; MyGermanLab;

Deadline for setting K4 Oral Canvas K4 Oral
Assessment appointment Assessment text entry
TU 6 NOV K4 SAM 21, 23, 25 – 27 MyGermanLab

W 7 NOV K4 SAM 29; MyGermanLab;

K4 Writing Assignment Canvas
TH 8 NOV K4 Oral Assessment Practice Canvas audio clip
submission
M – TH 12 – 15 NOV K4 Oral Assessment Skype video chat
appointment
M–F 19 – 23 NOV Thanksgiving Holiday

SUN – W 25 – 28 NOV K4 Test MyGermanLab

TH – W 29 NOV – 5 DEC Final Exam Canvas