GERM 302 - German Cultures and Intercultural Studies

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SP some semesters. This course focuses on cultural learning, intercultural skill building, and cultural intelligence. Through exploration of German cultures, cultural comparisons and reflections on cultural identities, students build their capacity for engaging well across cultural lines. Key themes include factors of identity and an introduction to cultural studies. Course texts range from Jugendliteratur to newspaper articles, film, and poetry. Texts on cultures and cultural learning in English may also be assigned. Students are expected to progress in all German language skills, as well as their abilities to interact effectively and sensitively across cultural boundaries. Prerequisite: GERM 202.