German language classes will be conducted at the German American Heritage Center on Tuesday nights from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. starting April 7th through June 9, 2009.
Instructor Kathlyn Hofmann has twenty-seven years of experience teaching beginning-AP levels in the German language within Germany for the Department of Defense Education Activity.
This class will concentrate on commonly used words and phrases and their correct pronunciation. A conversational approach to teaching will be used with some explanation of basic grammar. Handouts will be made available. Students do not need to purchase a book. This class is meant for those who know no German or who want to brush up on the basics. Upon completion of the course, participants should be able to pronounce the alphabet and sound out word combinations, read and speak simple phrases, and be able to understand and speak simple sentences. Topics may vary depending on the interest and make-up of the group but will include greetings, introductions & useful expressions; talking about your family and yourself; numbers, telling time, money, the calendar and weather; food likes and dislikes; travel, hotels, shopping; going to the doctor. No prerequisite.
Cost for the class is $50 GAHC members; $60 non-members. Deadline for reservations is April 3, 2009.
To make reservations, call the German American Heritage Center at (563) 322-8844 or send reservations to German American Heritage Center, 712 West Second Street, Davenport, IA 52802. You can also email your reservations to director@gahc.org
