Course Description:
This class will read the first book, "Milchgeld", of the Kommissar Kluftinger series. This smart, loveable and socially awkward detective, at home in the Allgäu region of Bavaria, will introduce us to traditions and customs of his hometown Altusried, as well as to his beloved Kääspatz'n. We will also dive into the cultural context of the series, as Kluftinger is trying to find the path towards a resolution, past many a situation in which his social competences are needed as much as his criminal ones. Learn in a fun environment that focuses on communication and teaches important language skills for everyday life.
If you are unsure of your level, please take a placement test HERE.
Course Objectives:
After completing this class, participants can understand the main content of a "Krimi" (murdery mystery) We will continue to produce written and spoken text and will dip more into the abstract. Learning how to make Käsespätzle, Kluftinger's favorite dish, is also part of the curriculum.
Meeting Times:
This is an in-person class that meets for 12 weeks on Wednesday mornings from 9:30 am to noon at the GAI (301 Summit Ave).
Textbook:
"Milchgeld" - Kommissar Kluftinger's erster Fall.
You can add the textbook ($25) to your order at checkout. Books will be ready for pickup at the GAI (301 Summit Ave, MN 55102) a week before classes begin. You will receive an email with pickup instructions. If you would like to get your book in the mail, please add shipping to your order (a $10 fee applies).
Minimum Enrollment:
If there are too few students registered to run a class section, the Director of Language Education will contact the student(s) in the week prior to the term’s start date to discuss other class options.
Questions?
Contact Language Services at [email protected] or call 651-222-7027 ext. 101.
01/08/2025, 01/15/2025, 01/22/2025, 01/29/2025, 02/05/2025, 02/12/2025, 02/19/2025, 02/26/2025, 03/05/2025, 03/12/2025, 03/19/2025, 03/26/2025
Minimum: 5
Maximum: 10
Registration starts on 11/15/2024 and ends on 01/14/2025.
Please contact Germanic American Institute if you have any questions.