| Module Title |
Beginners German 2 |
| Module Code |
GER1019 (ITS: GE298) |
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Faculty |
SALIS |
School |
Humanities & Social Sciences |
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NFQ level |
8 |
Credit Rating |
10 |
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Description
This module develops productive and receptive language skills and builds on the preceding Year 1 modules GE107 and GE108. Students will consolidate existing linguistic knowledge and be introduced to a range of new grammatical structures, vocabulary and cultural content. The module is structured around international German-as-a-foreign-language teaching materials but also incorporates some authentic materials relating to current political, social, and cultural issues as appropriate. Materials used in this module are mainly pitched at CEFR level A2/B1.
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Learning Outcomes
1. Produce short written texts on familiar topics, i.e. those covered in the module, such as Berufe, Stadtbesichtigung, Gesundheit/Krankheit, Medien, and Klima;
2. Understand and summarise a variety of texts on these topics, including audio texts;
3. Engage in conversations and deliver short presentations on the aforementioned topics;
4. Demonstrate control of a range of grammatical features, including Wechselpräpositionen, Konnektoren, Präteritum and Passiv, in both written and oral language;
5. Demonstrate intercultural awareness with particular reference to German-speaking cultures;
6. Demonstrate effective use of strategies for independent language learning, including use of online resources.
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| Workload | Full time hours per semester | | Type | Hours | Description |
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| Lecture | 36 | Students are expected to attend lectures as scheduled on the timetable. | | Directed learning | 42 | Preparation for lectures. Completion of tasks, exercises etc. set in lectures. | | Independent Study | 130 | Students should engage in regular independent study, including: revision, further reading, completion of reading, listening, speaking and writing activities, consultation with lecturers, critical reflection. | | Assignment Completion | 42 | ---- |
| Total Workload: 250 |
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| Section Breakdown | | CRN | 10761 | Part of Term | Semester 1 & 2 | | Coursework | 0% | Examination Weight | 0% | | Grade Scale | 40PASS | Pass Both Elements | Y | | Resit Category | RC1 | Best Mark | N | | Module Co-ordinator | Olga Springer | Module Teacher | Angela Leahy |
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| Assessment Breakdown |
| Type | Description | % of total | Assessment Date |
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| In Class Test | Two-part test:
1. Written class test (50 minutes)
Grammatik
Leseverstehen
Schreiben
2. Short test on vocabulary in the following class/ week (15 minutes) | 25% | Sem 1 End | | In Class Test | Two-part test
1. Written class test (50 minutes)
Grammatik
Hörverstehen
Schreiben
2. Short test on vocabulary in the following class/week (15 minutes) | 25% | Week 25 | | Oral Examination | Individual oral exam (presentation and Q&A) | 30% | Sem 2 End | | Short Answer Questions | Grammatik, Wortschatz, Ausdrücke
(45 minutes duration) | 20% | Sem 2 End |
| Reassessment Requirement Type |
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories;
RC1: A resit is available for both* components of the module.
RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module.
RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None |
| Compatibles |
None |
| Incompatibles |
None |
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All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
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Indicative Reading List
Books:
- 0: Menschen A1 (later units) and Menschen A2. Hueber Verlag. [Coursebooks, workbooks and glossaries), 1672705
- 0: Details on other materials are made available in lectures.,
Articles:
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Other Resources
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