2017/18 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
FLTU1425 Lower Intermediate German 10 credits Semester 2
10 creditsClass Size: 18
Module manager: Gabriele Zagel-Millmore
Email: g.zagel-millmore@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2017/18
This module is mutually exclusive with
FLTU1423 | Lower Inter German 20cr Sem1&2 |
Module replaces
FLTU1420This module is approved as a discovery module
This module is approved as a skills discovery module
Module summary
Lower intermediate German, 10 credits, Semester 2, is for students who have already studied German to GCSE/CEFR A1/B2 or equivalent. The emphasis is on achieving a good level of communication and accuracy in speaking, listening, reading and writing and a deeper understanding of German/Swiss/Austrian culture. You will develop your presentations skills, your research skills using resources in German and your reporting skills.Objectives
To consolidate knowledge of German at elementary level and develop skills and competence beyond GCSE/CEFR A2/B1. On completion of the module students should be able to identify and summarise main points and opinions in a familiar context, reporting these with accuracy, and hold longer conversations in German, exchanging ideas and opinions on a range of topics.Learning outcomes
On completion of the module students should be able to:
- make themselves understood on the everyday topics covered
- understand the main points of standard speech on familiar topics and be able to understand the main points from TV news broadcasts
- demonstrate awareness of cultural and linguistic differences between the use of German and English
- demonstrate greater understanding and knowledge of key grammar points with appropriate usage
- demonstrate proficiency in listening through accurately extracting key information from audio sources
- read and understand short newspaper articles
- write short pieces with a good degree of accuracy using a range of vocabulary and German expression appropriately.
Syllabus
- Review of key areas of grammar covered in the elementary module and at GCSE
- Talking about oneself and others in detail
- Applying for a job and attending an interview
- Giving and asking for opinions
- Evaluating opinions and drawing conclusions; agreeing and disagreeing
- Collating information and presenting it in a presentation or report
- Talking about culture and customs
- Current affairs
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Language Class | 11 | 2.00 | 22.00 |
Private study hours | 78.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 22.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 |
Private study
Guided independent study each week, review of the lesson and preparation for the weekly classes and for the assessmentOpportunities for Formative Feedback
Guided independent study each week, attendance and participation in class, feedback on homework and the assessed coursework and preparation for the final speaking exam.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
Group Project | Group task prepared during the semester and presented in class | 50.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 50.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
Practical Exam / OSCE | 0 hr 10 mins | 50.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 50.00 |
The exam takes the form of a response to a listening stimulus, followed by questions and answers
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 02/03/2018 17:22:49
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