Course runs June 13–Sept. 5, 11 virtual sessions Tuesdays, starting June 20. Live conversation small groups scheduled between 5:30–6:30 p.m. See summary for details. (No virtual conversation session on July 4).
Register through: June 12, 2023
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Live online
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$239
Master the basics of German: numbers, the alphabet, introducing yourself and having simple conversations while learning about German culture. We use an integrated approach that quickly has you speaking and writing.
Prerequisite: None.
Instructional videos and interactive online materials in the Canvas course platform introduce new grammar and vocabulary and teach pronunciation, listening and reading skills. Participants should budget 3-4 hours a week to work through the online asynchronous materials in preparation for the live online conversation groups. Participants practice speaking live with the instructor in small groups of 3-6 students in 30-minute weekly sessions. Groups will vary weekly, so participants should be available for the entire one-hour time slot. Online course materials are available one week before the first live conversation class and remain accessible for one month after the course ends.
Want to know more about learning a language online? Read Dr. Julie Dahl's blog post about our online course format.
The required textbook, "Themen aktuell 1" is sold by many online vendors. Make sure to look for ISBN number 9783190016907. It is generally available on Amazon.
Tuesdays, June 13–Sept. 5, 5:30–6:30 p.m. CT (No virtual conversation session on July 4)
Tuesdays, June 13–Sept. 5, 6:45–7:45 p.m. CT (No virtual conversation session on July 4)
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By participating in this class you will earn:
| Instructional Hours | 35 |
| University of Wisconsin Continuing Education Units | 3.5 |
$239
Course runs June 13–Sept. 5, 11 virtual sessions Tuesdays, starting June 20. Live conversation small groups scheduled between 5:30–6:30 p.m. See summary for details. (No virtual conversation session on July 4).
Register through: June 12, 2023
All times shown in central time.
$239
Course runs June 13–Sept. 5, 11 virtual sessions Tuesdays, starting June 20. Live conversation small groups scheduled between 6:45–7:45 p.m. See summary for details. (No virtual conversation session on July 4).
Register through: June 12, 2023
All times shown in central time.
$259
Course runs Sept. 12–Nov. 28, with 11 virtual sessions Tuesdays, starting Sept. 21. Live conversation small groups are scheduled between 5:30–6:30 p.m. See summary for details.
Register through: September 11, 2023
All times shown in central time.
Contact Christopher Moore at christopher.moore@wisc.edu or 608-262-7389
Email registrations@pyle.wisc.edu or call 608-262-2451.
(MA, Middlebury College) lived for many years in Germany. She has taught Continuing Studies courses in German for more than 20 years. She brings enthusiasm and passion into her classes. She loves working with adult learners of all ages.
Ms. Stephenson's enthusiasm and passion for German is contagious!
Jaime Dorfman
The enthusiasm of the instructor made the class enjoyable.
James Fortier