German A2.1

Base Knowledge

A1.2-level German proficiency, according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) scale.

Teaching Methodologies

Distance learning with synchronous (75%) and asynchronous classes (25%).
Using a variety of digital and didactic techniques to respond to the needs of different learning styles, i.e., audio-visual and collaborative features of the platforms Zoom and Nónio as well as online exercises.
Employing language teaching methods of inductive, deductive, questioning, active nature, and presentations to help the students’ learning progress.
Conducting individual and group activities in the above-mentioned language components. Providing supervision and guidance for self-study and self-assessment. Utilising a coursebook as a structural basis for the learning progress and supplementing this resource with online and authentic material from German speaking countries, i.e., realia, websites etc., as a way to enrich the learning experience, establish a connection to the real-world and encourage interaction with the language.

Learning Results

This curricular unit corresponds to the first of two sublevels of A2 in line with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (Council of Europe). In accordance with this framework, the A2-level is aimed at developing students` basic communication in German so that they can carry out simple everyday tasks and to communicate in common and familiar settings, using simple language and frequently used expressions. In order to be able to engage in such communication activities students are required to acquire and develop a range of communicative competences, i.e., sociocultural awareness, effective interpersonal interaction, a command of German grammar, vocabulary and phonology.

Program

  1. Family, Activities, Events
  2. Housing, Furnishing, Moving
  3. Nature and Landscapes
  4. Shopping, Groceries, Packaging
  5. Tourism: City Tour
  6. Culture and Events
  7. Sport and Fitness
  8. Health, Illness, Accidents
  9. Work Life
  10. At the Restaurant
  11. Company Profile
  12. Nutrition

Grading Methods

Continuous evaluation

Exam - 30.0%

Tasks - 50.0%

Attendance and Participation - 20.0%


    Internship(s)

    NAO

    Bibliography

    • Habersack, C., Pude, A. and Specht, F., 2022. Menschen: Deutsch als Fremdsprache Kursbuch A2.1. München: Hueber Verlag.
    • Breitsameter, A., Glas-Peters, S. and Pude, A., 2022. Menschen: Deutsch als Fremdsprache Arbeitsbuch A2.1. München: Hueber Verlag.