German with Teaching Licensure (World Languages & Cultures, B.A.)
The mission of the German with Teaching Licensure program is to prepare students with the knowledge and skills needed to teach German within the Pre-K through Grade 12 environment. This program is designed for prospective teachers and offers a great variety of curricular and extracurricular means to meet your professional goals. With this degree, you will achieve practical and culture-based proficiency in German through studying German literature, philosophy, film, art, and news as well as related fields such as history, politics, economics, and the arts.
German with Teaching Licensure (World Languages & Cultures, B.A.)
Description
What is German with Teaching Licensure at ODU like?
The mission of the German with Teaching Licensure program is to prepare students with the knowledge and skills needed to teach German within the Pre-K through Grade 12 environment. This program is designed for prospective teachers and offers a great variety of curricular and extracurricular means to meet your professional goals. With this degree, you will achieve practical and culture-based proficiency in German through studying German literature, philosophy, film, art, and news as well as related fields such as history, politics, economics, and the arts.
Program Highlights
What makes German with Teaching Licensure at ODU unique?
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Course content is both literary and more broadly cultural, drawing on fields such as history, philosophy, politics, economics, and the arts
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Small discussion-based classes which meet 2-3 times a week
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Courses taught in an interactive seminar format with a focus on listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills as well as intercultural competence, which sets students apart on the job market
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Instructors are experienced native or near-native German speakers, who are either from Germany or have lived, worked and studied in Germany
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Students have access to the Language Learning Center as a resource
AT A GLANCE
College / School:
Major:
World Languages & Cultures
Degree Level:
Undergraduate
Careers
What are some careers in this field?
Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is the midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
$83,330
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Foreign Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary
$75,950
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach languages and literature courses in languages other than English. Includes teachers of American Sign Language (ASL). Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
$62,860
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
$61,040
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.
Courses
What are some courses offered in German with Teaching Licensure at ODU?
GER 312W:
Communicative Competence: Writing and Reading
This is a writing intensive course designed with writing assignments that examine various cultural contexts that enable students to understand cultural content, style, audience and organization. The main objective of the course is increased awareness of and sensitivity to appropriate word choice, and syntax in the language. Students will engage in writing for different cultural audiences and in varied contexts such as literary, artistic and media expressions around the world. Special emphasis is placed on the methodology of close reading as students hone the analytics skills and vocabulary necessary to interpret idioms, regionalism, cultural expressions and overall intercultural skills observed in various genres and cultures. Students will analyze compelling global issues and the diverse cultural perspectives that inform them. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENGL 211C, ENGL 221C or ENGL 231C and a grade of C or better in GER 202, advanced placement or permission of the instructor.
WLC 452:
Methods for Teaching World Languages in Pre-K through Grade 12
Offered in the fall semester preceding student teaching. A systematic approach to theoretical and practical methods of world language instruction. Prerequisites: Acceptance to a licensure program only with a letter from from the Virginia Department of Education or admission to the Teacher Preparation program, a cumulative and major GPA of 2.75 with grades of C or higher, professional education GPA of 2.75 or higher with grades of C- or higher; PRAXIS I math, SAT or ACT scores. Pre- or corequisite: WLC 456, passing scores for VCLA and PRAXIS II content for world language; ACTFL certification or oral proficiency assessments |OPI) at the Advanced low level or higher; and certificates for dyslexia, first aid, and child abuse and neglect.
WLC 456:
Seminar in World Languages Teacher Education
Students observe teachers in PreK-12 and may practice teaching methods under supervision. Available for pass/fail grading only. Prerequisites: Admission to the Teacher Preparation program, a cumulative and major GPA of 2.75 with grades of C or higher, professional education GPA of 2.75 or higher with grades of C- or higher; PRAXIS I math, SAT or ACT scores. Pre- or corequisite: WLC 452, passing scores for VCLA and PRAXIS II content for world language; ACTFL certification or oral proficiency assessments |OPI) at the Advanced low level or higher; and certificates for dyslexia, first aid, and child abuse and neglect.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for German with Teaching Licensure at ODU?
Students entering the Bachelor of Arts program in German with Teaching Licensure should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Undergraduate Admission)
All students must apply for and be admitted into the approved foreign language teacher preparation program for German.
Students must meet the required criteria for admission by passing the Virginia Board of Education prescribed assessments and earn the minimum required grade point averages (GPA).
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 374
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,039
Active Duty Military Rate
Per Credit:
$ 250
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 407
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ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Name:
Kerstin Steitz Ph.D.
Location:
4001 BATTEN ARTS & LETTERS, NORFOLK, VA, 23529
Email:
Office:
757-683-5475
Undergraduate Admissions
Location:
1004 Rollins Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3685
Fax:
757-683-3255
Email:
admissions@odu.edu
International Admissions
Location:
2101 Dragas Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3701
Fax:
757-683-3651
Email:
intladm@odu.edu
Transfer
I like this program and want to transfer. What are my next steps?
At ODU, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful transition, engagement, and academic achievement of transfer students. The services and programs offered to you as a Monarch are endless so take advantage of every opportunity. Even before you set foot on campus, we encourage you to Explore, Experience, and Engage! Visit our Transfer Students page for more information.
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