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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2020 - 2021
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Description The purpose of this module is to allow students to critically engage with contemporary social, political and cultural issues in Germany through a range of authentic media. The focus will be on spoken and written language skills. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Learning Outcomes 1. Understand extended speech, most TV news, current affairs programmes, and texts and follow complex lines of argument, provided the topic is reasonably familiar. 2. Interact fluently & spontaneously in German, displaying adequate oral comprehension in conversation, and take active part in discussions in familiar contexts, accounting for and sustaining/negotiating his/her views. 3. Present orally clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to his/her field of interest and be able to explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options, privileging analysis and discussion over simple presentation of facts. 4. Produce written pieces to express oneself with in clear, well-structured text, expressing points of view at some length, presenting arguments and offering constructive peer critique, while selecting a style/register appropriate to the reader in mind. 5. Show a relatively high level of grammatical control and connectors and a grasp of complex syntax and cohesive devices to enable full comprehension and a structured confident expression in a variety of contexts (styles/registers). Display adequate proficiency in the pronunciation of German and understand the phonemes used in German. 6. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of contemporary German culture by exploring recent social, political and cultural issues and events. 7. Engage in activities to develop capacity for lifelong learning and transferable skills: Reflect on his/her own development and learning experience by making effective use of digital tools and resources; teamwork and negotiation skills. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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