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Module Title	German Language 3 (Intermediate)
Module Code	GE130
School	SALIS
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Module Co-ordinator	Dr. Aine McGillicuddy	Office Number	C1105
Level	1	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None

Module Aims

This module sets the level A2-B1 from the Common European Framework of Reference as its minimum exit level. It aims to

raise language awareness
develop students' knowledge of German through a particular emphasis on the Verb Phrase
consolidate productive, receptive and intercultural skills through a focus on three specified cultural/ social themes.
strengthen students' abilities to determine and reflect on their progress and take responsibility for their language learning.
assist students in the effective setting of learning goals, planning of learning and time management.

Learning Outcomes

The learning outcomes of this module relate to language skills, intercultural competences, transferable skills and learning to learn.

On completion of this module students will be able to

show increased confidence as an autonomous language students at 3^rd level and an increased sense of responsibility for their learning

demonstrate language awareness (including familiarity with linguistic terminology) and comprehensive knowledge of the German Verb Phrase

demonstrate the ability to work effectively on language and cultural matters both in a team and as an individual (orally and in writing)

engage with texts, both written and audio, from different genres and contexts (on the three selected themes)

to produce a variety of cohesive texts with accurate use of key grammatical items and appropriate vocabulary

The ability to speak cohesively in simple and accurate terms about themes covered in this module.

Indicative Time Allowances
	Hours
Lectures	36
Tutorials	0
Laboratories	0
Seminars	0
Independent Learning Time	39

Total	75
Placements
Assignments

NOTE

Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.

Indicative Syllabus

Assessment
Continuous Assessment	60%	Examination Weight	40%

Indicative Reading List

A. Vorderwühlbecke and K. Vorderwühlbecke Stufen international 2: Deutsch als Fremdsprache für Jugendliche und Erwachsene. Lehr- und Arbeitsbuch. Stuttgart: Klett

C. Zorach and C. Melin (2001) English Grammar for Students of German: The Study Guide for Those Learning German, 4th ed, Olivia and Hill Press

Collins German-English Dictionary (latest edition)

Supplementary Reading List:

Recommended printed, audio-visual and electronic material.

Teaching/ Learning Methods:

·         learner-centred

·         inductive-deductive

·         group and individual research

·         group discussions

·         peer evaluation

Programme or List of Programmes

ALIS

BA in Applied Language and Intercultural

BSSA

Study Abroad (DCU Business School)

BSSAO

Study Abroad (DCU Business School)

EBG

BA in European Business (German)

ECSAO

Study Abroad (Engineering & Computing)

ENGLIC