Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the information below is subject to change,
in particular that concerning the teaching mode (presential, distance or in a comodal or hybrid format).
3 credits
7.5 h + 15.0 h
Q2
Teacher(s)
Reuter Hedwig;
Language
Deutsch
Main themes
This course introduces the general principles of communication particularly the linguistic, sociolinguistic, pragmatic and cultural aspects of interaction. Special attention will be paid to specific characteristics of communication in the German-speaking world. This general introduction will be followed by a detailed presentation of techniques which should be implemented in communication activities specific to a company. These techniques will be analysed on the basis of conversation analysis: typology, conversation situations, conversation structure (macro- and micro-strucutres), phonology, 'Exercises accompanying the course will allow students to simulate active participation in a variety of situations. The students' simulations will be recorded and subsequently analysed in detail.
Aims
At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to : | |
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At the end of the course, students should be able to master the general principles of communication in a German-speaking business environment and they should at least have reached a B2+ oral level (Common European Framework of Reference) in German. |
Content
Theory: workshop on presentation skills.
Exercises on presentation skills.
Exercises on presentation skills.
Teaching methods
Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the information in this section is particularly likely to change.
Students presentations and group discussions. Homework.
Evaluation methods
Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the information in this section is particularly likely to change.
Continuous assessment. Presentation skills
Other information
The exercise sessions (15 hours) are given by the Institut des Langues Vivantes (ILV).
Faculty or entity
ELAL
