The AP German Language and Culture course emphasizes communication (understanding and being understood by others) by applying the Interpersonal, Interpretive, and Presentational modes of communication in real-life situations. This includes vocabulary usage, language control, communication strategies, and cultural awareness. The AP German Language and Culture course strives not to overemphasize grammatical accuracy at the expense of communication. To best facilitate the study of language and culture, the course is taught almost exclusively in German. After completing this course, students are encouraged to take the Advanced Placement German Language and Culture exam given by the College Board. Students in Advanced Placement German Language and Culture should reach the Intermediate High to Advanced Mid proficiency level by the end of the course.