Reading comprehension:
- Can read articles and reports on current matters where authors have adopted a particular attitude or a certain
point of view.
- Can understand a current literary text in prose.
B2 level of the "Common European Framework for Languages"
Listening comprehension:
a) individually
- Can understand most TV news and current affairs programmes
- Can understand most films in standard language
- Can understand relatively long lectures or talks and follow an argumentation on a familiar topic
b) interactive
- Can understand a conversation with a native speaker on a familiar topic
B2- level of the "Common European Framework for Languages"
Speaking skills:
a) individually:
- Can express oneself clearly on a large variety of topics related to one's field
- Can develop his/her opinion on a current affair and explain the pros and cons of the different possibilities
b) interactive
- Can communicate spontaneously and with ease in a normal interaction with a native speaker
- Can take an active part in informal discussion in familiar contexts, presenting and defending one's point of view
B2- level of the "Common European Framework for Languages"
Writing skills:
- Can write a simple and coherent text on familiar topics or of personal interest
- Can write personal letters to describe experiences and impressions
B1- level of the "Common European Framework for Languages"
Main themes
Code:
Ability to master the basic vocabulary (2000 words) and the basic structures of the German language. Consolidation and extension of vocabulary. Special attention will be paid to pronunciation.
Culture:
At all previously mentioned levels: sensitisation for the culture of the German speaking countries
Content and teaching methods
- 30-hour course taught for three hours a week during the first 10 weeks of the academic year
- Course for BAC 3 in DRT
Prerequisites: having passed the ALLE 1800 course
Objectives:
Level B2 of the CEFRL for reading comprehension
Level B2- for listening comprehension
Level B2- for oral expression and
Level B1- for written expression
Methods and content:
- extension and consolidation of vocabulary and grammar structures
- listening and reading exercises
- oral exercises (individual and interactive)
- written exercises
- texts and activities about general topics
- E-learning and self-tuition
Evaluation: continuous assessment, written and oral exam
Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)
Methods
The course is centred around different topics (i.e.: shopping, telephoning, world of work...). Learning with didactical or authentic material (listening and reading comprehension). Consolidation and extension of basic vocabulary and the basic structures of the German language by written or oral exercises (drills, role-plays, interviews, discussion in small groups of 2 up to 4).
Work load
class hours: 28
individual work: 44 hours
General Framework:
- class and groups of maximum 25 students
- teacher is available during his contact hours and can be reached via e-mail.
- Advice for the use of the Self-Learning Centre (C.A.A.) and the Multimedia Room
Didactic materials:
- Learning method (to be specified)
- Syllabus
- audio- and video-tapes (available at C.A.A.)
Assessment:
Different points enter into the final evaluation:
- continuous assessment
- written and oral examination
Any other business
Class hours will be given 3h/week and distributed over the first 10 weeks of the academic year
BAC 1 or 3 Bachelor in Law
Code of the course ALLE 1300 F
Credits 3 ECTS
Workload:
30-hour course taught for three hours a week during the first 10 weeks of the academic year
Prerequisites:
To have passed the ALLE 1800 course