Teaching Materials for "DAS BOOT"

The following materials have been developed for use with the original version of "DAS BOOT." The unit can be used as a 9-day or as a 10-day sequence, given class periods of approximately 50 minutes each. I have always used this film in my German II classes, so the students are usually a mix of freshmen to seniors. I change and add bits & pieces each time I teach this unit, so what you see posted here is the basic outline. Naturally, you will need to adapt this material for your own teaching situation. You are welcome to use any or all of what you find on this page; I would, however, ask that you credit my name somewhere if you choose to use these resources. Many of the files are in .pdf format, which means you need Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. If you don't have it, you can download it for free. Please feel free to contact me if you have questions at either of the following e-mail addresses: dpenner@alltel.net (home) =or= dpenner@esu5.org (work) Daily Lesson Plans Calendar & Planning Guide Distribute to students at least one day prior to beginning the movie unit Viewing & Timing Guide For teacher use; indicates daily viewing segments; also includes bits & pieces of vocabulary from the film Reflections, Notes & Ideas Get students thinking about the "big picture" from the very beginning Vocabulary Handout List of basic vocabulary Netkarte: Das Boot Internet Exploration Activity; to be completed primarily outside of class War & Ambivalence An article by Ken Ringle, Washington Post Staff writer, published Sunday, April 22, 2001. "Captured U-Boat captain Werner Henke was branded a war criminal and shot like a dog. So why is someone putting flowers on his grave?" This would be a good supplemental article for students to read before taking the final unit exam over "Das Boot." The following links are best viewed with Netscape "Das Boot" Links Collection Use these links to complete the Netkarte, or to gather ideas & views for the test essay question Clickable Vocabulary List The test over this unit includes some vocabulary identification; students can use this list to practice and/or add to the basic vocab list they receive in class Answers to Pre-Viewing Questions Students can check here to make sure their answers are complete & correct Extra Points for Web-Surfing Fun trivia about the movie; students can collect extra credit (you decide how much)