Syllabus for the German I and II Classes                         Name: _______________________

 

Instructor: Frances Heinen (frances.heinen@hardin.kyschool.us)

Office Hours: before or after school by appointment and during first block plan (8:30 – 10:00)

Textbook: For the most part a single textbook is not used but diverse stories, readers and supplementary materials are implemented to support the Teaching Proficiency through Reading and Story telling method. However, Deutsch Akutell textbook is available for reference.

 

Supplies needed: Three ring binder; notebook paper, 10 tab divider sheets; colored pencils; red ink pen, black ink pen; pencils; craft and basic office supplies should be available at home for competition and projects. I do not provide correction fluid, facial tissue or other consumable products.

 

The German classes are taught using a natural acquisition approach called Teaching Proficiency through Reading  and Story Telling. This class introduces 3 to 12 words or phrases per day and integrates them into listening, speaking and writing activities.  After the introductory listening phase, speaking, reading and writing  becomes an important and integral part of the learning. As the levels progress more emphasis is placed on each skill needed to perfect communication in German. Cultural elements of the Germanic speaking countries are also incorporated.

 

Grading:

40% of the total grade includes tests, quizzes, dictations, portfolio assignments (3 test grades total each quarter), open response writing, and projects.

30% of the total grade is composed of daily language practice through oral and aural participation in German.

20% of the total grade includes all other aspects including bell work, homework, written work; reading and related tasks, grammar and culture.

10% of the total grade will be the notebook grade. The notebook will be graded according to the rubric 2 times a quarter.

 

Absences and Late Work: Since this class is based on daily oral, aural and written participation, this daily learning experience can not be made up. In the case of an unavoidable absence, the student should contact their partner to obtain missed notes and vocabulary and then contact the instructor before 8:15 AM or after school to schedule make up quizzes or tests. Bell work can not be made up as well as some in class assignments but if not excessive these will not lower the grade. You are responsible for your learning and assignments and late work will only be accepted according to the Hardin County Schools policy after an absence. Tests and quizzes are not announced and therefore the student will be expected to take such after returning from an absence.  Otherwise the school policy will be followed. Cheating on tests, quizzes and homework will not be tolerated and a zero to all involved will be given. Plagiarism on portfolio assignments will follow the school policy.

 

Classroom Rules:

  1. Use German whenever designated and as much as possible.
  2. Bring your notebook and supplies to class daily.
  3. You are expected to be in the classroom, in your assigned seat and ready to work when the tardy bell rings. The instructor dismisses you at the end of class. Remain in your assigned seat unless otherwise instructed. NO EXCEPTIONS!
  4. Be respectful of the people, supplies and equipment in the classroom.
  5. Food, candy, drink and gum are NOT allowed unless a designated food day.
  6. Personal grooming should occur at home or in the restroom and NOT in the classroom (this includes lotions, gels, creams and sprays, makeup, etc).
  7. Cell phones are to be turned off, are not to be out, checked (even in the hand-bag) or used in the classroom. NO EXCEPTIONS! If this occurs then the cell phone will be removed by the instructor and taken to the office for retrieval by the parent or student.
  8. Three hall passes per quarter will be issued, however, the instructor reserves the right to determine when and why the passes are used.

 

I have read this syllabus and am aware of the class requirements, contents, and supplies.

 

Signature of parent / guardian: ______________________________________

Date: ___________________________

 

Signature of student: ______________________________________________

Date: ___________________________

 

Phone Partner: Name: ____________________________________________

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Alternate Phone Partner: Name: ______________________________________

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