Study Guide

Learning outcomes

The students will

- be able to tell about concrete topics and react fairly spontaneously in a conversation
- be able to express their opinion
- be able to maintain a simple discussion and request clarification
- Improve their pronunciation.

Proficiency level A2

Implementation and methods of teaching

Online lessons in Zoom and independent study.
The Zoom classes are on Tuesdays 8-10 and Fridays 10-12.

Timing and attendance

Online classes via Zoom twice a week. Schedule in TimeEdit.

Learning material and recommended literature

Material in Moodle and made by students themselves

Learning environment

Zoom and Moodle

Student time use and work load

3 credits corresponds to approximately 80 hours of study.
Online classes approx. 28 hours.
Independent study, including homework and learning assignments, and teamwork approx. 40 hours.

Contents

An easy German conversation course focusing on oral language skills. The following topics will be covered: small talk, telling about the home country, business travel arrangements, phone transactions and parties as well as topics related to German culture chosen by students. In addition, pronunciation is practiced as well as key communication skills such as expressing an opinion, ensuring understanding, and maintaining conversation.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

German 3 or similar knowledge and skills.

Assessment criteria

Final grade 1-5 based on learning assignments.

Assessment scale

1-5

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has reached the learning objectives at a satisfactory level.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has reached the learning objectives well.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

The student has reached the learning objectives in an excellent way.