In German II, the student will receive a comprehensive introduction to nouns and verbs, and previously learned concepts will be reviewed. The case system will also be extensively examined. A study of the verb will be the main focus in this part of the course. Lessons will concentrate on different types of verbs and their conjugations in different grammatical tenses such as present, future, past simple, and present perfect. One of the most challenging aspects of German grammar — verbs with accusative, dative, and genitive prepositions — will be practiced thoroughly. A large amount of new vocabulary and idioms dealing with sports, health, travel, jobs, and the workday will be acquired and practiced through a close study of situational dialogues in every lesson. The student will become familiar with many cultural and social aspects of German life. Part 1 stresses speaking, comprehending, listening, reading, and writing skills. Many presentations, interactive exercises, and games will help students expand their knowledge.
It is recommended that students successfully complete German I or equivalent course work before enrolling in this course.

These courses include auditory comprehension assessments that require students to listen to audio files and to record themselves speaking. For these courses, it is essential that students have either a headset equipped with a microphone or access to an internal microphone within their computers.