GERM 2223 - German IIA: Culture

North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2022

For Germany, the path into the 21st century has been full of turning-points and events which have shaped the generations. This course provides an overview of essential facts about politics, society and culture from 1945 to the present. The accompanying seminar will provide students with the opportunity to study topics in more depth through the discussion of various texts associated with the historical milestones presented in the lectures.

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Course Details

Course Code	GERM 2223
Course	German IIA: Culture
Coordinating Unit	German Studies
Term	Semester 1
Level	Undergraduate
Location/s	North Terrace Campus
Units	3
Contact	Up to 3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange	Y
Prerequisites	or equivalent, new SACE Stage 2 Continuers' German with a scaled grade of B or higher or equivalent
Incompatible	GERM 2221
Assumed Knowledge	This course can only be taken by students enrolled in the beginner?s stream or who have not studied German longer than two Semesters (on the level of A1 and A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, short CEFR)
Restrictions	This course can only be taken by students enrolled in the beginner?s stream or who have not studied German longer than two semesters (on the level of A1 and A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, short CEFR)
Assessment	Assignments, class exercises, minor research project, major research project

Course Staff

Course Coordinator: Dr Simon Walsh

Dr Simon Walsh

Course Timetable

The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .

Course Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this course students will have:
1) an in-depth knowledge of some of the issues central to an understanding of contemporary German society, culture and language
2) the ability to locate, organise and evaluate primary and secondary sources of information pertaining to the study of those issues
3) the ability to work independently and cooperatively to further their understanding of German society, culture and language
4) the ability to communicate information, ideas and arguments about aspects of contemporary Germany cogently and coherently
5) a greater awarenness of cultural difference/s and its/their impact on German society, but also on their own
6) the capacity to understand the complex nature of contemporary German society and of the cultural productions that represent or crticise it

最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute	Course Learning Outcome(s)
Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.	1, 5, 6
Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.	2, 3, 6
Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.	3, 4
Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.	1-6
Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.	5
Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.	4, 5

Learning & Teaching Modes

The modes of teaching and learning employed in the course are largely classroom-based and face-to-face. They include:

1) a lecture “Milestones in German History: 1945 to the Present“ which is designed to contribute to students’ understanding of contemporary Germany by focusing on important events and turning points in post-war German history and to provide a context for the study of individual aspects of contemporary German culture treated in language workshops and elsewhere throughout the course.

2) a seminar based on issues discussed in the lecture which will give students the opportunity to study topics in more detail and more depth.
Students are encouraged to take personal responsibility for their learning through:
independent personal study
independent computer-based learning
online access to lecture materials and other resources

Workload

The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.

1x1 hour lecture	12 hours per semester
1 x 2 hour seminar	24 hours per semester
6 hours reading/viewing/reviewing	72 hours per semester
4 hours assignment preparation	48 hours per semester
Total	156 hours per semester

Learning Activities Summary

Detailed information will be provided in the Course Outline students receive at the beginning of the semester.

Specific Course Requirements

There are no specific requirements in addition to those already mentioned.

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Assessment must maintain academic standards.

Assessment Summary

Oral presentation, written responses, minor research project, major research project.

Assessment Related Requirements

Lecture – students are expected to attend all classes, but if they are unable to attend the lecture, it is students’ responsibility to contact their lecturer or course coordinator about their absence and to ensure that they get any material that may have been handed out in the lecture missed. Students who require alternative arrangements for assessment or extensions for assignments must notify staff before the due date and must provide evidence that they have legitimate medical or compassionate grounds for their request.

Seminar– as a mark will be given for participation and performance, attendance is compulsory. Students who are obliged to miss the seminar must provide a reason.

Assessment Detail

Assessment Task	Task Type	Weighting	Course Learning Outcome/s
Participation/prepararation/written responses	Formative & summative	15%	1, 3, 4, 5
Oral Presentation	Summative	20%	1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Minor Research Assignment	Formative & Summative	25%	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Major Research Assignment	Summative	40%	1, 2, 3, 4 , 5, 6

Seminar:
The oral presentation gives students the opportunity to explore a topic they are interested in and also to practise presenting material in a different format. The presentation should be approx. 10 minutes long and directly related to the themes of the seminar. Material should be provided in a way that makes it accessible and interesting to other members of the seminar.
Like the oral presentation, the minor research assignment (1500 words) gives the students the opportunity to explore a topic in more detail, practise presenting the material in a written format and get some feedback before tackling the major research assignment at the end of the semester. It should be correctly referenced, have a clear structure and be presented in an appropriate register.
Participation is based on preparation of the week’s material and participation i.e. active contribution and engagement with other members of the group.
Written responses give students the opportunity to respond to issues raised in the seminar and develop their language skills in German.
Lecture:
The major research assignment (2500 words) is the major summative assessment for this course. It is designed to enable students to explore a particular topic in more depth. Students will be assessed on their knowledge of the topic, their critical engagement with secondary sources on the topic and their ability to develop and express their own point of view.

Due to the current COVID-19 situation modified arrangements have been made to assessments to facilitate remote learning and teaching. Assessment details provided here reflect recent updates.

The assessment arrangements remain the same. Note, however, that the written homework assignments (Hausaufgaben) carry a total weighting of 5%, whereas participation and preparation carries a weighting of 10%

Participation and preparation is demonstrated by regular and punctual attendance in Zoom workshops, by contributions that indicate advanced preparation (including having engaged the lecture) and by working smoothly with other students

Students’ presentation (Referat) will be scheduled outside of the seminar and students will present via Zoom to 4-5 other students, who will ask questions about the student’s presentation.

Submission

Information will be provided in the Course Outline students receive at the beginning of the semester.

Course Grading

Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:

M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme)
Grade	Mark	Description
FNS		Fail No Submission
F	1-49	Fail
P	50-64	Pass
C	65-74	Credit
D	75-84	Distinction
HD	85-100	High Distinction
CN		Continuing
NFE		No Formal Examination
RP		Result Pending

Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.

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