Course overview
Building on the language work undertaken in Intermediate German A and B, this course is aimed 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 society and promote comparison and discussion.
Course learning outcomes
- Language proficiency in German corresponding to Level B1/B2 of the Common European Framework of Referencefor Languages
- Greater knowledge and understanding of the structure and conventions governing the use of German and an ability to use them to communicate effectively in a broader range of situations and for a broader range of purposes
- Greater knowledge and understanding of aspects of German culture and society and the way they are represented
- Ability to make effective use of the available resources for German and German Studies to answer questions and exploremore complex issuesrelating to German language, society and culture
- Ability to communicate information and ideas in the target language coherently and reasonably accurately
- Greater awareness of cultural differences and the ability to reflect on oneself and one's own culture from the point of view of another culture
- Ability to work independently and cooperatively to explore issues relating to German language, society and culture in more depth
- A good foundation for further study and research in German language and culture and for travel, study or work in a German-speaking environment
Availability
Class details
Adelaide City Campus East
Class number 25554
Section SE01
Size 20
Available 18
Class number 25553
Section TU01
Size 10
Available 8
Class number 25552
Section TU02
Size 10
Available 10
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