Aims

Intermediate level

Reading comprehension
- Can read factual texts on subjects related to his/her field of interest and recognize the line of argumentation with a
satisfactory level of understanding.
- Can understand the description of events, feelings and wishes in personal letters and this good enough to
correspond with a pen friend.
- B 1- level of the "Common European Framework for languages".

Listening Comprehension
. Individually:
- Can understand straightforward factual information about common everyday or job related topics, identifying both
general message and specific details,
- Can follow a short lecture about a subject he is familiar with
- Can understand the main points of TV programs and films
. Interactive: Can understand a conversation with a native speaker provided he is familiar with the subject.
. B1+ level of the "Common European Framework for languages".

Speaking skills
. Individually:
- Can give clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to his/her field of interest.
- Can explain a viewpoint on a current affair giving advantages and disadvantages.
. Interactive:
- Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interactions with a native speakers
quite possible.
- Can take an active part in a conversation in familiar contexts, and can present and defend his/her arguments
. B2 level of the "Common European Framework for languages".

Writing skills
- Can write short, simple notes and messages.
- Can write a simple personal letter, for example thanking someone for something.
- A2 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

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).

Other information (prerequisite, evaluation (assessment methods), course materials recommended readings, ...)

Work load:
- class hours: 60
- individual work: 15-20

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

BACCALAUREAT EN DROIT
ALLE 1300D: intermediate level

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