German business language
[ALLE1532]
[60h] 3 credits
This course is taught in the 1st & 2d semester.
Teacher(s): Sabrina Knorr(supplée null)
Language: D
Level: First
Aims
Reading comprehension
- Can understand the main ideas of texts with a large degree of autonomy
- Can read normal correspondence related to his/her job
- B2+- level of the "Common European Framework for languages".
Listening Comprehension
. Individual:
- Can understand a conference or a complex presentation on topics which are familiar or related to his field of
specialisation
- Can understand most broadcasts on topics which are familiar or related to his field of specialisation
. Interactive:
- Can understand in detail an everyday conversation
. B2 level of the "Common European Framework for languages".
Speaking skills
. Individual:
- Can make a presentation related to his/her field (having had some time for preparation)
. Interactive:
- Can have a conversation with a native speaker in a fluent, spontaneous and correct way
- Can keep up with a debate on his field of specialisation
. B2 level of the "Common European Framework for languages".
Writing skills
- Can give a summary of information coming from different sources
- Can write a short professional letter
- B1 level of the "Common European Framework for languages".
Main themes
Ability to master the vocabulary related to his/her field of specialisation as well as simple and more complex structures of the German language. The code is used in a communicative way.
Culture
At all previously mentioned levels: sensitization for the culture of the German speaking countries. The students will also learn about cultural attitudes and values related to German politics and economics.
Method
- The course will mainly deal with topics related to economics but topics linked to political science also feature as
part of the course. They will be illustrated by videos and original texts. The course aims at improving listening and
reading comprehension skills. Special communication techniques for professional purposes (meetings, business
phone calls...) and presentation techniques will be included by means of special training. Each subject will be dealt
with in detail by role plays and guided discussions which will also allow students to practise the new vocabulary
and expressions
- The students will make a presentation about a political or economic subject. .They will also present a short part of
a TV-news program. They will write summaries with personal comments and business letters which will
proofread by the teacher.
Content and teaching methods
- a 54-hour course taught for two hours a week during the whole year
- Course devised for ECAP21, IAG21M, INGE21 and INGE21/PM students
Prerequisites : having passed the ALLE 1331 BAC2 course or equivalent
Objectives :
level B2+ of the CEFRL for reading comprehension,
level B2 for listening comprehension and oral expression, level B1 for written expression.
Method and content :
-vocabulary and grammar exercises
- listening and reading comprehension exercises
- oral exercises (individual and interactive)
- written exercises
- activities about economical and political topics
Evaluation : continuous assessment, written and oral exam
Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)
- class hours: 54
- individual work: depending on the program and the number of ECTS
General Framework
- Groups of maximum 20 students
- Teacher is available during his contact hours and can be reached via mail.
- Advice for the use of the Self-Learning Centre (C.A.A.) and the Multimedia Room
Didactic materials
- Handouts (syllabus)
- Video-tapes (available at C.A.A.)
Assessment
- continuous assessment
- written exam
- oral exam
Prerequistes
Students should have passed the ALLE 1331 course (BAC 2) or equivalent.