German Language Classes for Adults (fall draft)

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GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT OUR ADULT COURSES

FALL 2023 ADULT GERMAN COURSES – IN PERSON

Mastering Deutsch: Your Path to Language Excellence!

• A1.1 – 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., Sep 11 – Nov 15 (M,W), 30 hours
• A1.1 – 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Sep 11 – Nov 15 (M,W), 30 hours
• A 1.3 – 6:45 – 8:15 p.m., Sep 12 – Nov 16 (T/Th), 30 hours
• A 2.1 – 5:00 – 6:30 p.m., Sep 12 – Nov 16 (T/Th), 30 hours

FALL 2023 ADULT GERMAN COURSES – ONLINE

German with Flair: Elevate Your Language Game!

• A1.2 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., Sep 11 – Nov 15 (M,W), 30 hours
• B1.2 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Sep 11 – Nov 15 (M,W), 30 hours
• All Levels, A1.1 – C2 – Sep 11 – Nov 15 (M/W) Mornings or Evenings, or Sep 12 – Nov 16 (T/Th) Mornings or Evenings
• A2/B1 Krimirunde, 4:30 – 6:00, Sep 12 – Nov 16 (Tue), 15 hours
• B1/B2 Lunch Bunch, 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m., Sep 12 – Nov 16 (Tue), 10 hours
• B2+ Strictly Grammar, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Sep 12 – Nov 16 (Tue), 15 hours
• B2/C1 Advanced German Conversation/Grammar,
• Literaturkreis, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., 4 times a year (Sat), 6 hours
• IMPORTANT DATES – ADULT GERMAN CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS 2023 – 2025

REGISTRATION – ALL FALL 2023 ADULT GERMAN CLASSES

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GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT OUR ADULT GERMAN COURSES

In-Person Classes are held at the Houston Saengerbund, 1703 Heights Boulevard, Houston, TX 77008.
Online Classes. All online classes are held via Zoom. You will need access to a computer, laptop, tablet, or phone connected to the internet. You can downloaded Zoom at zoom.us, or if you are outside the U.S., at the Zoom website for your country.
Proficiency Levels. We teach all levels of proficiency, corresponding to the Goethe-Institut designations: A1.1, A1.2, A1.3 – A2.1, A2.2, A2.3 – B1.1, B1.2, B1.3 – B2.1, B2.2, B2.3 – C1 and C2. The objectives and contents of these courses are based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). We determine a student’s proficiency via an online test.
Instruction Materials. We use instruction material recommended by the Goethe-Instituts, universities, and other sources worldwide. Upon registration, you will be informed of any required books or course materials you must purchase. To ensure that you have the correct editions for the course, please double–check the information provided.
Discounts. Returning students receive a discount of ten percent for in-person classes, and there usually is an early registration discount for each session.
Cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a course if it does not meet the required number of enrolled students. In this case, refunds will be issued to all enrolled students. If the class is canceled during the Term, we will either schedule makeup classes or issue refunds at our discretion.
Corporate Classes. We offer convenient classes at your facilities for your employees. For more information, please contact Angelika at angelika@germansouthwest.org or 713–822–4257.
Private Tutoring. We provide personalized private tutoring sessions with highly experienced and knowledgeable instructors. Our instructors are available on an hourly basis, and we offer packages of ten hours for your convenience. For more information, please feel free to reach out to Angelika at angelika@germansouthwest.org or call us at 713-822-4257. We look forward to assisting you!

ONLINE/IN-PERSON – 2023 Summer 2 Term – 2-Week Intensive German Classes for Adults – Aug 14 to Aug 25 (M-F)

These are refresher classes – Levels A1/A2 – B1/B2 – C1/C2 – NOT for beginners. Please specify your level of proficiency at time of registration, and note in the comment section whether you wish to enroll for online or in-person classes.

• Classes on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays
• 10 classes – 15 hours of German instruction
  • August 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18
  • August 21, 22, 23, 24, and 25
• Each class is 1½ hours long and includes two 45-minute teaching units
• Evening Classes from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. (Online or In-Person must be selected at time of registration)
• Early Registration ends Sunday, July 9, 2023 (you get a $10 discount)
• Regular Registration ends Sunday, July 30, 2023
• Late Registration begins Monday, July 31, 2023 (you pay $25 more)
• Tuition: $275 (Returning students receive 10% discount)
  NO REGISTRATION FEE
  REGISTRATION OPENS on JULY 1, 2023 – Click HERE to register

FALL 2023 ADULT GERMAN COURSES – IN PERSON (see address above)

Mastering Deutsch: Your Path to Language Excellence!

After completion of the A1.1 – A1.3 classes, a person can understand and use familiar, everyday expressions and very simple sentences. That person can introduce him/herself and others as well as ask others about themselves – e.g. where they live, who they know and what they own – and can respond to questions of this nature. Can communicate in a simple manner if the person they are speaking to speaks slowly and clearly and is willing to help.

A1.1 – 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., Sep 11 – Nov 15 (M,W), 30 hours, $555

A1.1 – 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Sep 11 – Nov 15 (M,W), 30 hours, $555

A1.3 – 6:45 – 8:15 p.m., Sep 12 – Nov 16 (T/Th), 30 hours, $555

A2.1 – 5:00 – 6:30 p.m., Sep 12 – Nov 16 (T/Th), 30 hours, $555

FALL 2023 ADULT GERMAN COURSES – ONLINE VIA ZOOM

German with Flair: Elevate Your Language Game!

German language levels can be roughly described as Beginners (A1.1 – A2.3) with varying level of expertise. Intermediate speakers fall into the B1.1 – B2.3 group, and the C1-C2 speakers have a language competency comparable to that of a native German speaker.

A1.2 4:30 – 6:00 p.m., Sep 11 – Nov 15 (M,W), 30 hours, $555

B1.2 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Sep 11 – Nov 15 (M,W), 30 hours, $555

All Levels, A1.1 – C2, Sep 11 – Nov 15 (M/W) Mornings or Evenings, or Sep 12 – Nov16 (T/Th) Mornings or Evenings – Please Specify at Registration the Class you Wish to Take

• • 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., Sep 11 – Nov 15, (M,W), 30 hours, $555
  • 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Sep 11 – Nov 15 (M,W), 30 hours, $555
  • 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., Sep 12 – Nov 16 (T/Th), 30 hours, $555
  • 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Sep 12 – Nov 16 (T/Th), 30 hours, $555

A2/B1 Krimirunde, 4:30 – 6:00, Sep 12 – Nov 16 (Tue), 15 hours, $277.50

Experience the German fascinations with “Krimis”. Did you know that more than 3,000 Krimi novels are published every year? We will read one short German Krimi (“Böses Erwachen in Heidelberg” by Stefanie Wülfing, Klett Verlag), review A2/B1 grammar concepts and practice writing and conversational skills.

B1/B2 Lunch Bunch, 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m., Sep 12 – Nov 16 (Tue), 10 hours, $185

Want to practice your German but don’t have time to meet twice a week and complete weekly assignments? Have some questions about the German grammar? Interested in improving your listening and reading skills? Join me for “lunch bunch”! During the lunch hour we will read about current topics in Germany, answer your grammar or vocabulary questions and practice conversational skills.

B2+ Strictly Grammar, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m., Sep 12 – Nov 16 (Tue), 15 hours, $277.50

Did you ever scratch your head over a German grammar concept or are you enjoying solving puzzles? Well, look no further – this grammar class is your opportunity to get into every detail of the German language. We will be reviewing and practicing grammar concepts for the level B2-C2, using the book “Grammatik aktiv. Verstehen. Üben. Sprechen. B2-C1” by Cornelsen Verlag

B2/C1 Advanced German Conversation/Grammar, 6:30 – 8:00, Sep 12 – Nov 16 (Tue), 15 hours, $277.50

This is the class for you if you wish to learn about contemporary Germany, improve your conversation skills, and your listening and writing competencies. We learn from a variety of literary sources, current events, newspapers, short stories and songs, and watch short movies, video clips, and listen to podcasts. We review grammar, as needed, with the book “Grammatik Aktiv. Deutsch als Fremdsprache B2-C1 Verstehen, Üben, Sprechen” by Cornelsen. With humor and laughter, we maintain a relaxed atmosphere where students feel comfortable to participate without feeling self-conscious.

Literaturkreis, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m., 4 times a year (Sat), 6 hours, $225 annually

Interested in reading and discussing a German book? The Literaturkreis will meet online four times a year on a Saturday morning for 90 minutes. We will be reading books from the reading list of the Goethe Institut C2-Prüfungsliste. The next meeting will be on Saturday, November 11, 2023 from 10 -11.30 a.m., and we will be discussing: Urs Widmer: Das Buch des Vaters.

REGISTRATION – ALL FALL 2023 ADULT GERMAN CLASSES

• Tuition listed above. Returning students receive a 10% Discount
• Early Registration ends Sunday, August 13, 2023 (you get a $20 discount)
• Regular Registration ends Sunday, August 27, 2023
• Late Registration begins on Monday, August 28, 2023 (you pay $25 more for the course)
• NO REGISTRATION FEE
• Click here to register.

IMPORTANT DATES – ADULT GERMAN CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS 2023 – 2025

SUMMER TERMS 2023

Summer Term II – Intensive 2023:  August 14 – 25, 2023
Early Registration:  June 19, 2023 – July 9, 2023
Regular Registration:  July 10 – July 29, 2023
Late Registration Begins:  July 30, 2023

FALL TERM 2023

Fall Term 2023: September 11 – November 16, 2023
Early Registration:  July 17, 2023 – August 6, 2023
Regular Registration:  August 7, 2023 – August 27, 2023
Late Registration Begins:  August 28, 2023

WINTER TERM 2024

Winter Term 2024:  January 8 – March 14, 2024
Early Registration:  November 6 – November 26, 2023
Regular Registration:  November 27 – December 17, 2023
Late Registration Begins:  December 18, 2023

SPRING TERM 2024

Spring Term 2024:  March 18 – May 23, 2024
Early Registration:  January 22 – February 11  3, 2024
Regular Registration:   February 12 – March  3, 2024
Late Registration Begins:  March 4,  2024

SUMMER TERMS 2024

Summer Term I 2024:  June 3 – August 8, 2024
Early Registration:  April 8 – April 21, 2024
Regular Registration:  April 29 – May 19, 2024
Late Registration Begins:  May 20, 2024

Summer Term II – Intensive 2024:  August 12 – 23, 2024
Early Registration:  June 17 – July 7, 2024
Regular Registration:  July 8 – July 28, 2024
Late Registration Begins:  July 29, 2024

FALL TERM 2024

Fall Term 2024: September 9 – November 14, 2024
Early Registration:  July 15 – August 4, 2024
Regular Registration:  August 5, 2024 – August 25, 2024
Late Registration Begins:  August 26, 2024

WINTER TERM 2025

Winter Term 2025:  January 6 – March 13, 2025
Early Registration:  November 11 – December 1, 2024
Regular Registration: December 2 – December 22, 2024
Late Registration Begins:  December 23, 2024

SPRING TERM 2025

Spring Term 2025:  March 17 – May 22, 2025
Early Registration:  January 20 – February 9, 2025
Regular Registration:  February 10 – March 2, 2025
Late Registration Begins:  March 3, 2025

SUMMER TERMS 2025

Summer Term I 2025:  June 2 – August 7, 2025
Early Registration:  April 7 – April 26, 2025
Regular Registration:  April 27 – May 18, 2025
Late Registration Begins:  May 19, 2025

Summer Term II – Intensive 2025:  August 11 – 22, 2025
Early Registration:  June 16, 2025
Regular Registration:  July 7 – July 27, 2025
Late Registration Begins:  July 28, 2025

FALL TERM 2025

Fall Term 2025: September 8 – November 13, 2025
Early Registration:  July 14 – August 3, 2025
Regular Registration:  August 4, 2025 – August 24, 2025
Late Registration Begins:  August 25, 2025