Course overview
This course is designed for students who have studied German at high school to Year 12 level (or equivalent) or who have successfully completed Beginners German A and B. It aims to further develop students' proficiency in the four language skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing - through a combination of readings and reproductive and creative exercises. It also aims to enhance students' intercultural understanding through the use of authentic texts that focus on aspects of contemporary German culture and society and promote comparison and discussion.
Course learning outcomes
- Language proficiency corresponding to Level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
- Sound knowledge and understanding of the basic structures and conventions governing the use of German and ability to use them to communicate in German in a range of familiar everyday situations
- A broader knowledge of relevant aspects of German culture and society
- Ability to locate and make effective use of reference resources related to German and German Studies, including dictionaries, grammars, authentic texts and electronic resources
- Ability to apply learnings to answer questions and resolve problems in German within identified timeframes
- Greater awareness of what is different about the German language and the German culture and the impact such differences can have on communication and intercultural relations
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively to explore and respond to questions and issues relating to the language and the context/s in which it is used
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 27078
Section WS01
Size 20
Available 20
Class number 27077
Section WS02
Size 20
Available 20
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