German 3 lower: module 2
This course will be delivered online. See the ‘What is the course about?’ section in course details for more information.
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Course Code: LG325
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Duration: 11 sessions (over 11 weeks)
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What is the course about?
The course aims to help students to discuss topical issues with increased confidence and to deveop knowledge of grammar. Based on Willkommen 2 chapters 7 and 8.
This is a live online course. You will need:
- Internet connection. The classes work best with Chrome.
- A computer with microphone and camera is best (e.g. a PC/laptop/iMac/MacBook), or a tablet/iPad/smart phone/iPhone if you don't have a computer.
- Earphones/headphones/speakers.
We will contact you with joining instructions before your course starts.
What will we cover?
Political systems and parties, differences between generations, migration issues, health and fitness trends, stress, holidays.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
- talk about political systems and parties (passive)
- discuss how life has changed between different generations (conjunctions als, wenn)
- understand and discuss interviews about migration issues (ordinal numbers)
- discuss health and fitness trends and stress (subjunctive II: koennte, waere…)
- give advice, express and justify your opinion
- describe different types of holidays (subjunctive II in conditional sentences).
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
Students should have studied German for about three years recently or have completed German 3lower: module 1. This course is B1.2 in the European framework.
For further details of the specific foreign language skills required for this level, please see the languages self-assessment chart at the start of the languages section of our course guide or on our website.
It is also essential that you have some knowledge of basic grammar terminology such as: a verb, a noun and conjugation. It would be helpful if you had knowledge of more intermediate grammar terminology such as: dative, accusative, subordinate and main clause.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
Our courses are characterised by spoken interaction and communication. Typical activities include pair work, group work, role plays and games. A range of resources will be used to support your learning including presentations, hand-outs, and audio-visual material.
Homework is highly recommended to consolidate learning.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
Based on the coursebook Willkommen 2, German intermediate course and the accompanying Activity Book. Discount available at The European Bookshop - http://www.europeanbookshop.com (020 7734 5259).Please try the European Bookshop by selecting 'City Lit' and the language you are studying at this web page or call them at 020 7734 5259. If you state on the website, by phone or in the shop that you are studying with us, you can claim a 10% discount. You might be asked for your student number.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
German 3 lower: module 3. Please enrol as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
Anna has been working as a German, Russian and French language teacher since 2010 and has taught adults and children, both groups and individuals, from complete beginners to advanced learners. Anna thinks that enjoyment and motivation are the most important factors when learning a language, so she includes a lot of role play, conversation and real-life materials in her lessons. Languages are her main passion which she tries to communicate to her students. Anna also extensively works as a translator and editor. She has a significant experience in the development and editing of original teaching materials, as she has worked a lot in the field of educational publishing. Anna is a Member of the Chartered Institute of Linguists and works as an examiner and presenter for this institution. Anna holds a Translator's Degree from the University of Heidelberg, a Master’s degree from ESCP (École Supérieure de Commerce de Paris), the Diploma in Translation IoLET and the CELTA qualification. Anna has a multicultural and multilingual background as she lived and worked in Germany, France, Russia and England for many years.
Please note: We reserve the right to change our tutors from those advertised. This happens rarely, but if it does, we are unable to refund fees due to this. Our tutors may have different teaching styles; however we guarantee a consistent quality of teaching in all our courses.
