German in English 1, CEFR A1.1, online (5 cr)

Objectives (course unit)

The student understands and is able to use the main basic structures and a limited basic vocabulary of the target language. The student also learns about the culture and customs of the language area. CEFR level : Starting level 0 > target level A1 on the European Framework of Reference for Languages scale of proficiency.

Content (course unit)

The alphabet and basic pronunciation principles, simple oral and written communication in everyday situations (e.g. introducing oneself, days of the week, buying tickets, shopping). Key structures (e.g. interrogatives, personal pronouns, verb conjugation in the present tense, modal verbs, gender of nouns, cases: nominative and accusative, word order, negatives). Language learning strategies.

Location and time

This is an online course, also the lessons are online. They will take place in the evening after 4:30PM.

Exam schedules

Retakes and other schedule will be discussed and agreed on at the beginning of the course.

Assessment methods and criteria

Assignments and smaller exams throughout the course.

Assessment scale

1-5

Teaching methods

The students understand the most common words and phrases in everyday situations and answer simple personal questions in short sentences and communicate simple needs. He or she has some knowledge of the culture and habits in the area, where German is spoken. CEFR (Common European Framework Reference level): A1 Everyday vocabulary, e.g. introductions, domicile. German Pronunciation. Basic structures: Numbers, question words, common regular verbs, personal pronouns, the gender of German nouns, German sentence structure, the indefinite and definite article of nouns and the plural of nouns, short introduction of the four grammatical cases in German and prepositions.

Learning materials

The study material can be found on Moodle. A specific book is not used on the course, we will use material from different sources. The teacher provides the material.

Student workload

Hill sessions, homework, assignments/smaller exams throughout the course. A lot of independent work.

Content scheduling

Schedule and structure available on Moodle.

Completion alternatives

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Practical training and working life cooperation

The course will provide the student with basic skills in German so that the students will be able to further develop their skills in German.

International connections

HILL, Moodle

Further information

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