Modern Greek 3: module 2

Improve your intermediate Greek on this practical course. The emphasis is on listening and speaking, and on extending your reading and writing skills. Suitable if you have completed 'Modern Greek 3: module 1' or equivalent. Based on Communicate in Greek, book 2, Arvanitakis.

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Key course information

Dates
12/01/12 - 22/03/12

Day(s)
Thu

Duration
11 weeks

Time
18:00 - 19:30

Fees
Full fee: £103
Senior fee: £103
Concession: £34

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
LK321

Availability
This date is full

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Course outline

What is the course about?

This is a lively intermediate course which concentrates on developing fluency as well as listening, reading and writing skills. Grammar will be revised. Based on Communicate in Greek 2.

What topics will we cover?

Units 10-16 of Communicate in Greek 2
-Presentation of a place visited in Greece
-Discussion on ancient Greek sites and the Greek gods
-Reading and writing recipes
-Using local currency and quantity expressions when shopping
-Expressing preferences and likes and dislikes about different forms of entertainment
-Going to the doctor, identifying different parts of the body
-Comparing people and places
Grammar: subjunctive, imperative, imperfect tense, direct and indirect object, comparative and superlative, present and past perfect.

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

-Write recipes
-Make a presentation on a place in Greece
-Discuss aspects of Ancient Greece
-Use local currency and quantity expressions in the shops
-Express preference
-Talk about likes and dislikes
-Go to the doctor, identify different parts of the body
-Make comparisons.

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

Students should have studied 2-3 years or completed stage 3 Module 1. There is the option of taking the GCSE exam in May. 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?

The course is based on the communicative approach:

- active students’ interaction
- emphasis on speaking and listening skills
- pair and group work
- role plays
- use of realia, pictures and authentic material
- use of audio-visual techniques when appropriate

Please note, students are expected to participate in oral classroom activities and to do some homework as and when required.

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

Course book: Communicate in Greek 2
Books are available at Hellenic Book Services, 91 Fortess Road, LONDON NW5 (020 7267 9499).

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 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

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

Modern Greek stage 3 Module 3.

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Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2644

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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

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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