Duration
45h Th
Number of credits
Lecturer
Language(s) of instruction
German language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the second semester
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
During this course a handbook based on a communicative approach will be used. Grammatical structures will be introduced progressively. By the end of the course, students should be able to use the vocabulary of the handbook, as well as the vocabulary seen in class. They should also be able to use basic grammatical structures efficiently. Exercises concentrate on pronunciation, the acquisition of vocabulary and basic grammatical structures, as well as communication skills.
Students will also read short newspaper articles in order to develop their reading skills and to build their vocabulary. Introduction to vocationally relevant vocabulary.
Introduction to various aspects of German culture and civilization with the aim of improving students' intercultural skills
Students are expected to work on a regular basis.
Course of CERL level A1+ (A2 reading comprehension)
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
- All four language skills (reading, listening, writing and speaking) are developed. - Acquisition of general vocabulary and introduction to HR-relevant vocabulary - Acquisition of basic grammatical structures through grammar drills and other exercises.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
This course is not aimed at complete beginners. Ideally, students have a basic knowledge of German but motivated beginners can also take the course if they are willing to take on the extra workload.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Reading, oral and listening activities. Consolidation of vocabulary and grammar through various exercises.
Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
Face-to-face course
Additional information:
3 hours per week (2nd term)
Recommended or required readings
"Begegnungen. Deutsch als Fremdsprache. Integriertes Kurs-und Arbeitsbuch. Sprachniveau A1+", A. Buscha, S. Szita (Schubert-Verlag Leipzig, 2021)
"Grammaire de base", F. Carl
Coursebook: German for Level 1 ( Myuliège)
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam AND oral exam
Additional information:
Written and oral exam (in May/June and August).
- Written exam : 20 marks
- Oral exam: 10 marks
All parts of the June and September exams are compulsory. Students absent from one of the exam parts will be assigned a mark of 0.
Assessment methods may be adapted according to the current health context.
Work placement(s)
Organisational remarks and main changes to the course
This course is not intended for complete beginners. Ideally, students have a basic knowledge of German. However, motivated beginners can also take the course if they are ready to take on the workload.
For obvious organisational reasons it is vital that students get hold of the coursebook "Begegnungen" as quickly as possible; ideally, before the beginning of the course.
Students are expected to work on a regular basis. Regular attendance is absolutely necessary and expected.
Contacts
Dr. Françoise Carl
fcarl@uliège.be