GERM 2223 - German IIA: Culture
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2022
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General Course Information
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 WalshCourse Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
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 itUniversity Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University 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.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
There will be a reader for this course which can be purchased from Image and Copy at the beginning of the semester.Recommended Resources
A list of recommended references will be provided with the detailed Course Outline made available to students at the beginning of the semester.Online Learning
For a list of online resources click on Library – Resource Guides – German Studies Resources.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
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 resourcesWorkload
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
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- 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.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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