Part-time adult education, evening classes: London: City Lit

German 1: module 1

Suitable for complete beginners. The emphasis is on the practical use of German and the development of your speaking and listening skills. Based on Willkommen (Hodder Arnold).

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Key course information

Dates
21/09/10 - 07/12/10

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
12 weeks

Time
19:35 - 21:05

Fees
Full fee: £104
Senior fee: £104
Concession: £35

Venue
EC - European College

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Course code
LG112

Availability
This date is full

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Email languages@citylit.ac.uk or call 020 7492 2644

Course outline

What is the course about?

To provide students with a knowledge of basic German for everyday situations.

What topics will we cover?

Based on Willkommen units 1-4 and additional material supplied by the tutor. Greetings and introductions,
personal information, numbers, alphabet, jobs, professions and hobbies.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

-use numbers and the alphabet
-greet others and introduce yourself
-give personal information (address, age, etc.)
-talk about nationalities and languages
-identify places in a town or city
-give information about professions and study
-talk about hobbies
-talk about family
-understand basic grammatical ideas i.e. genders, verb endings, personal pronouns, plural of nouns,
-state likes, dislikes and preferences.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is suitable for complete beginners. For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart, using the link at the top of this page. You can also find the chart at the start of the languages section in our course guide. You will also need to be able to understand basic spoken and written information in English (e.g. simple instructions, course documents) and be at ease with the use of numbers for daily activities (e.g. using money, telling the time etc).

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Communicative. Emphasis is on learning through hearing and speaking, reading and writing German
(vocabulary and grammar will not be taught out of context). Lessons will be lively, personal and fun. Much
use is made of visual aids, videos, cassettes and role-play in class. Some homework is essential.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Willkommen (Hodder Arnold) ISBN: 0-340-64808-2 textbook and tape accompanying the course book.
Please try: Grant and Cutler - http://www.grantandcutler.com (020 7734 2012) and The European Bookshop - http://www.europeanbookshop.com (020 7287 1720).

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 201 of the 10-11 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

German 1 module 2. Please enrol on the next module as soon as possible as spaces cannot be guaranteed.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2644

languages@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times

During term-time: Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30; Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30;

Non term-time: Tuesday 17.30–18.30 and Thursday 12.30–13.30

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
21/09/10 to 07/12/10	Tue	19:35 - 21:05	12 weeks	£104	£104	£35	LG112	Full	» Select
24/09/10 to 10/12/10	Fri	12:45 - 14:15	12 weeks	£99	£60	£30	LG215	Available	» Select
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