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At the end of the course, the student should be able:
Reading comprehension
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to understand the significant points of a direct and non-complex newspaper article
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to read and show a satisfactory level of understanding of factual texts about subjects of personal interest
B1 + level of the 'Common European Framework of references for Languages.'
Listening comprehension - Individually
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to understand the main points of TV-programmes about familiar subjects, provided that the language is pronounced clearly
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to follow a presentation of a certain length and complex argumentation provided that the subject-matter is familiar and the general plan is made explicit
Listening comprehension - Interactively
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to follow a clearly articulated speech within an everyday conversation, occasionally having some words or expressions repeated
B1+ level of the 'Common European Framework of references for Languages.'
Speaking skills - Individually
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to easily carry out a direct and non-complex description of subjects related to his/her interests and everyday life
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to give short explanations and justifications for his/her opinions, plans and actions
Speaking skills - Interactively
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to take part in a conversation about a familiar subject, express his/her personal opinion and exchange information about that subject (holidays, family, hobbies')
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to answer a limited number of direct and simple questions
B1 level of the 'Common European Framework of references for Languages.'
Writing skills
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to write short and simple notes in connection with specific needs
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to write a series of expressions and simple sentences linked by connectors such as 'and', 'but' and 'because'
B1- level of the 'Common European Framework of references for Languages.'
Code
Knowledge of basic vocabulary (2000 basic words) and structures of Dutch. Reinforcement and expansion of vocabulary. As far as speaking skills are concerned, the course focuses more on communicative skills than on correction.
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