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Study Guide: German Studies Canada: History and Activities

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German Studies Canada: History and Activities Study Guide

Founding and Historical Development

The organization German Studies Canada was established in 1962 under its present name.

Answer: False

Explanation: The organization was founded in 1962, but its original designation was the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG), not German Studies Canada.

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The Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG) was established by professors from ten Canadian universities.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG) was founded in 1962 by professors from twelve Canadian universities.

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When was the organization, initially known as the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG), founded?

Answer: 1962

Explanation: The organization, initially established as the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG), was founded in 1962.

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Who founded the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG) in 1962?

Answer: Professors from twelve Canadian universities.

Explanation: The Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG) was founded in 1962 by professors from twelve Canadian universities.

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What was the original name of German Studies Canada when it was founded in 1962?

Answer: Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG)

Explanation: The original name of German Studies Canada upon its founding in 1962 was the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG).

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Organizational Mission and Scope

The primary objective of German Studies Canada is to foster the advancement of German language, literature, culture, and pedagogy within Canadian higher education.

Answer: True

Explanation: The organization's stated mission is indeed to advance German language, literature, culture, and pedagogy within the Canadian higher education landscape.

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German Studies Canada primarily serves faculty, graduate students, and supporters engaged in German Studies at the university level.

Answer: True

Explanation: The association's activities and membership are primarily directed towards faculty, graduate students, and other stakeholders involved in German Studies within Canadian higher education institutions.

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The association adopted the name German Studies Canada / Études Allemandes Canada in the year 2021.

Answer: True

Explanation: In 2021, the association officially changed its name to German Studies Canada / Études Allemandes Canada.

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The name change in 2021 was implemented to reflect a narrower focus solely on German language teaching.

Answer: False

Explanation: The 2021 name change was intended to broaden the association's scope, reflecting evolving activities beyond solely German language teaching.

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The official abbreviation for German Studies Canada / Études Allemandes Canada is GSC / ÉAC.

Answer: True

Explanation: The official abbreviation for German Studies Canada / Études Allemandes Canada is GSC / ÉAC.

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German Studies Canada is classified as a commercial enterprise.

Answer: False

Explanation: German Studies Canada is classified as a professional, not-for-profit learned society, not a commercial enterprise.

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Gabriele Mueller, the current president, is affiliated with the University of Toronto.

Answer: False

Explanation: Gabriele Mueller, the current president, is affiliated with York University, not the University of Toronto.

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The association's name change in 2021 aimed to broaden its scope to include research activities beyond traditional teaching.

Answer: True

Explanation: The 2021 name change was implemented to reflect an expanded scope, encompassing research activities beyond traditional teaching.

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The official languages recognized by German Studies Canada include English, French, and Spanish.

Answer: False

Explanation: The official languages recognized by German Studies Canada are English, French, and German; Spanish is not among them.

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German Studies Canada promotes the field through its annual conference, the Canadian Summer School in Germany, and the journal *Seminar*.

Answer: True

Explanation: German Studies Canada actively promotes the field of German Studies through its annual conference, the Canadian Summer School in Germany program, and the publication of the journal *Seminar*.

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What is the primary mission of German Studies Canada (GSC/ÉAC)?

Answer: To promote the study and advancement of German language, literature, culture, and pedagogy in Canadian higher education.

Explanation: The primary mission of German Studies Canada is to foster the advancement of German language, literature, culture, and pedagogy within Canadian higher education.

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What does the abbreviation GSC / ÉAC stand for?

Answer: German Studies Canada / Études Allemandes Canada

Explanation: The abbreviation GSC / ÉAC stands for German Studies Canada / Études Allemandes Canada.

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Which of the following is NOT an official language recognized by German Studies Canada?

Answer: Spanish

Explanation: The official languages of German Studies Canada are English, French, and German. Spanish is not among them.

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Which of the following is listed as an external link for German Studies Canada?

Answer: The official website (germanstudiescanada.org)

Explanation: The official website, germanstudiescanada.org, is listed as an external link for German Studies Canada.

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What does the 'See also' section mention in relation to German Studies Canada?

Answer: Learned societies, the Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, and CEFR.

Explanation: The 'See also' section mentions related learned societies, the Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, and the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

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Who is identified as the current president of German Studies Canada?

Answer: Gabriele Mueller

Explanation: Gabriele Mueller is identified as the current president of German Studies Canada.

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What does the 'Authority control' section indicate about German Studies Canada?

Answer: It shows the organization is cataloged in various international databases for identification.

Explanation: The 'Authority control' section indicates that German Studies Canada is cataloged in various international databases for identification and organization.

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Key Programs and Initiatives

The Canadian Summer School in Germany program has been administered by German Studies Canada since 1973.

Answer: True

Explanation: Since 1973, German Studies Canada has been responsible for the administration of the Canadian Summer School in Germany program.

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The Werkstudentenprogramm, or Work-Student Program, enabled Canadian students to pursue academic studies in Germany during the summer.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Werkstudentenprogramm facilitated opportunities for Canadian students to engage in employment in Germany during the summer months, rather than academic study.

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The Werkstudentenprogramm, an initiative of the association, is still actively running.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Werkstudentenprogramm, an initiative previously offered by the association, is now defunct.

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The Canadian Summer School in Germany program takes place in Kassel.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Canadian Summer School in Germany program, administered by German Studies Canada, is held in Kassel, Germany.

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Which program, administered by German Studies Canada since 1973, allows Canadian undergraduates to improve their German skills in Germany?

Answer: The Canadian Summer School in Germany

Explanation: Since 1973, German Studies Canada has administered the Canadian Summer School in Germany program, which facilitates German language skill improvement for undergraduates.

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What happened to the Werkstudentenprogramm (Work-Student Program) run by the association?

Answer: It is now defunct.

Explanation: The Werkstudentenprogramm, an initiative previously offered by the association, is now defunct.

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The Canadian Summer School in Germany, administered by GSC, takes place in which German city?

Answer: Kassel

Explanation: The Canadian Summer School in Germany program is held in Kassel.

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The Werkstudentenprogramm, run by the association in the past, allowed Canadian students to:

Answer: Work in Germany during the summer months.

Explanation: The Werkstudentenprogramm allowed Canadian students to spend their summers working in Germany.

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Academic Publications

The academic journal published by German Studies Canada is titled 'Germanistik Quarterly'.

Answer: False

Explanation: The academic journal published by German Studies Canada is *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies*, not 'Germanistik Quarterly'.

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The journal *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies* was established in 1965 and publishes scholarly work focusing on German-language materials or German-cultural subjects.

Answer: True

Explanation: Founded in 1965, *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies* is dedicated to publishing scholarly research related to German-language materials or subjects of German culture.

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Since 1974, *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies* has been published on a monthly basis.

Answer: False

Explanation: Since 1974, *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies* has been published on a quarterly basis, not monthly.

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German Studies Canada publishes two distinct academic journals focusing on Germanic studies.

Answer: False

Explanation: German Studies Canada publishes one primary academic journal, *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies*.

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Since the early 2000s, *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies* has sometimes featured general issues alternating with special theme issues.

Answer: True

Explanation: Since the early 2000s, *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies* has featured special theme issues that alternate with its regular general issues.

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What is the name of the academic journal published by German Studies Canada?

Answer: *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies*

Explanation: German Studies Canada publishes the academic journal titled *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies*. This publication is produced in collaboration with the University of Toronto Press.

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Since 1974, *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies* has been published:

Answer: Quarterly

Explanation: Since 1974, *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies* has been published on a quarterly basis.

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What is the relationship between German Studies Canada and the University of Toronto Press?

Answer: U of T Press publishes the journal *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies* in collaboration with GSC.

Explanation: The University of Toronto Press collaborates with German Studies Canada in publishing its academic journal, *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies*.

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The journal *Seminar* publishes scholarly work related to:

Answer: German-language materials or German-cultural subjects.

Explanation: The journal *Seminar* publishes scholarly work pertaining to German-language materials or subjects of German culture.

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How has *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies* been published more recently (since the early 2000s)?

Answer: Quarterly, alternating with special theme issues.

Explanation: Since the early 2000s, *Seminar: A Journal of Germanic Studies* has been published quarterly, alternating between general issues and special theme issues.

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Scholarly Exchange and Conferences

German Studies Canada hosts its annual conference independently of the Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences.

Answer: False

Explanation: German Studies Canada convenes its annual conference as part of the Congress of the Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, rather than as an independent event.

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How does German Studies Canada facilitate the exchange of research and ideas among its members?

Answer: Through an annual conference held as part of the Congress of the Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences.

Explanation: German Studies Canada facilitates scholarly exchange through its annual conference, which is integrated into the Congress of the Canadian Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences. At this forum, members present research related to German language, literature, culture, and pedagogy.

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Archival Holdings

The archives of the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG) are held at the University of Berlin.

Answer: False

Explanation: The archival records of the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG) are housed at Library and Archives Canada, not the University of Berlin.

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The archival reference number for the CAUTG fonds is R8252, covering the date range from 1952 to 1985.

Answer: True

Explanation: The archival reference number for the CAUTG fonds at Library and Archives Canada is R8252, encompassing the period from 1952 to 1985.

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The CAUTG fonds at Library and Archives Canada contains approximately 3.675 kilometers of textual records.

Answer: False

Explanation: The archival fonds for the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German comprises 3.675 meters of textual records, not kilometers.

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The archival fonds for the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German covers the period from 1965 to 1975.

Answer: False

Explanation: The archival fonds for the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German covers the period from 1952 to 1985, not 1965 to 1975.

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Where are the archives of the former Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG) held?

Answer: Library and Archives Canada

Explanation: The archival records of the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG) are housed at Library and Archives Canada.

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What does the archival reference R8252 (formerly MG28-V33) at Library and Archives Canada pertain to?

Answer: The fonds of the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG).

Explanation: The archival reference R8252 (formerly MG28-V33) pertains to the fonds of the Canadian Association of University Teachers of German (CAUTG) held at Library and Archives Canada.

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How much textual record is contained within the CAUTG fonds?

Answer: 3.675 meters

Explanation: The CAUTG fonds at Library and Archives Canada contains 3.675 meters of textual records.

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The archival records for the CAUTG fonds at Library and Archives Canada span which date range?

Answer: 1952-1985

Explanation: The archival records for the CAUTG fonds at Library and Archives Canada span the period from 1952 to 1985.

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Awards and Recognition

The Hermann Boeschenstein medal is awarded annually to the most outstanding graduate student in German Studies.

Answer: False

Explanation: The Hermann Boeschenstein medal is awarded occasionally, not annually, and is typically given to a Germanist at a Canadian university, not specifically graduate students.

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The Hermann Boeschenstein medal recognizes individuals who embody the humanitarian spirit of Hermann Boeschenstein and contribute to the association and discipline.

Answer: True

Explanation: The Hermann Boeschenstein medal is awarded to individuals who embody the humanitarian spirit of Hermann Boeschenstein and have made significant contributions to the association and the discipline of German Studies in Canada.

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What is the Hermann Boeschenstein medal awarded for?

Answer: Exceptional contributions to the association and the discipline, embodying a humanitarian spirit.

Explanation: The Hermann Boeschenstein medal is awarded for exceptional contributions to the association and the discipline, embodying a humanitarian spirit.

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The Hermann Boeschenstein medal is awarded occasionally to:

Answer: Professors at Canadian universities who have significantly advanced German Studies.

Explanation: The Hermann Boeschenstein medal is occasionally awarded to professors at Canadian universities who have significantly advanced German Studies.

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Standards and Recommendations

In 2012, German Studies Canada recommended that German departments align their programs with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

Answer: True

Explanation: In 2012, German Studies Canada issued a recommendation for German departments to align their academic programs with the standards set by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

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What recommendation did German Studies Canada make in 2012 regarding university German programs?

Answer: To adopt the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) standards.

Explanation: In 2012, German Studies Canada recommended that university German programs adopt the standards of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). This framework serves as a standard for describing language proficiency levels.

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What is the significance of the CEFR framework mentioned in the 2012 recommendation?

Answer: It is a standard for describing language proficiency levels.

Explanation: The CEFR framework is significant as a standard for describing language proficiency levels, which German Studies Canada recommended for aligning university German programs.

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