GERM2239 · German Studies

Knights, Castles, and Dragons

Morrissey College of Arts & Sciences

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Michael Resler

Research Professor, Department of Eastern, Slavic & German Studies

3 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.7
Course: 4.2

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Michael Resler

Research Professor, Department of Eastern, Slavic & German Studies

3 evaluations for this course

Instructor: 4.7
Course: 4.2

About this course

Conducted in English with all texts in translation. Counts toward German major, German minor, and interdisciplinary German Studies minor. A study of the masterpieces of the first great blossoming in German literature including the Nibelungenlied, Tristan, and Hartmann von Aue's Erec. Central to the works of this age are (1) the rise of knighthood and (2) the spreading to Germany of the legend of King Arthur and the knights of the Round Table. In addition, older Germanic-heroic influences will be examined in certain of the works. The literature will be discussed in the larger context of its sociological and historical background. The literary traditions of France will be systematically linked to contemporary developments in Germany.

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OrganizationHow well the course was organized: 4.73 / 5
ChallengeHow intellectually challenging students found it: 4.59 / 5
AttendanceHow necessary attendance was: 4.50 / 5
AssignmentsHow helpful assignments were: 4.41 / 5

Weekly effort: ~3 hours

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Evaluation history 3 terms

All available terms for GERM2239. Numerical averages use the five-point scale.
Term	Evaluations	Course rating	Instructor rating
Spring 2024	1	3.7	4.7
Spring 2022	1	4.3	4.5
Spring 2020	1	4.6	4.9