The prerequisite to all advanced courses in German. A portion of the course will be taught together with students at Vassar College in a German-language MOO (a virtual discussion medium). We will work on shared tasks in small groups, on topics in contemporary German culture and society. We will also meet our partners from Vassar face-to-face at least once. Practice in speaking and writing; reading in a variety of texts. Conducted in German. Prerequisites: German 103 or equivalent preparation.