German 101, a first semester German course, introduces Illinois in Vienna Programs students to the language and culture of the modern German-speaking world with a special focus on Austria. Every effort is made to present opportunities to use the language not only in the classroom, but in their daily lives in Vienna, Austria, and Europe. To this aim, each lesson centers on linguistic, communicative, and cultural goals that also serve as a type of “survival guide” for their study abroad experience.

As attendance is mandatory, it does not count towards the participation grade. Always inform your instructor of your absence. Please be aware that compensation tasks for any absence are necessary to keep up with the course and be prepared for the next class. You are allowed to miss up to 4 hours total. For any missed absence after those 4 missed hours, students are required to provide official documentation of their absence such as a doctor’s note. Speak with your instructor if you experience an emergency situation or have extenuating circumstances. Only in very rare instances will your instructor grant exceptions. Beginning with the 5^th missed hour, your course average will drop dramatically (a 1% deduction off of your final grade per missed day). Due to this possible impact on your grade, your final grade in the Canvas gradebook might not correspond with your overall final grade.

The German 101 excursions and their accompanying assignments are mandatory. Please see the schedule for the dates.

Your progress in the class will be assessed across the following categories:

• Participation: 20%
• Homework: 20%
• Written Assessments: 40%
• Oral Assessments: 20%