German, BA with Teaching Endorsement Option

at Western Washington University

In keeping with the aim of providing the skills needed to learn about a culture in depth, the department trains in two areas: language structure and literary analysis. Language structure is taught both holistically and analytically. Holistic language learning is facilitated by modern methods and multimedia technology, as well as study abroad opportunities. The department supports the analytical instruction of language structure through a full range of language skills courses, as well as a significant number of courses in linguistics. Literary analysis is essential to a student’s understanding of the highest achievements in aesthetic expression of a culture’s values.

This major leads to a BA degree without teacher certification. In order to receive a recommendation for state of Washington certification students must complete the “Optional Requirements,” including the “teacher certification” program which is offered by the Department of Secondary Education.