Key words
German as 2nd foreign language
Objectives
Students get an introduction in basic German grammar and vocabulary. They learn to understand and to express themselves correctly by means of simple sentences (oral and written).
Topics
1. Introduction into basic grammatical structures of German sentences (system of nominative, accusative, genitive and dative cases; verbs, nouns, adjectives, pronouns, cardinal numbers), with an emphasis on differences between Dutch and German;
2. Pronounciation and orthography;
3. Basic vocabulary (part 1);
4. "building blocks" for conversations in general and professional situations (occasionally);
5. Knowledge of people and country (occasionally and course related).
Prerequisites
No prerequisites for German. For students who already have a notion of German, this course will to some extent be a recapitulation. Besides that, the course enables them to expand their knowledge.
Foreign students should have basic knowledge of Dutch: the course is focuses on native speakers of Dutch.
Final Objectives
Integrated active mastering of basic grammar and basic vocabulary (written and oral) in order to establish a good basis for communication in German.
Materials used
1. teacher's course book:
- grammar and applied exercises;
- vocabulary lists (German - Dutch);
- materials for dialogues (occasionally).
2. material for independent study:
- G. FORST, Thematische woordenschat Duits. Intertaal: Amsterdam/Antwerpen (2004, or later), p. 12-151.
- exercises (with keys) in teacher's course book;
- vocabulary lists (German - Dutch) in teacher's course book.
Study costs
± 5 € (teacher's course book) - ±20 € (book G. FORST)
Study guidance
- students are encouraged to ask questions during the course;
- feedback on two written tests;
- individual coaching (if still necessary): by appointment.
Teaching Methods
- interactive teaching (with emphasis on student participation);
- emphasis on regular and profound study and exercise.
Assessment
- periodic written tests (permanent evaluation);
- written examination
Lecturer(s)
Liesbet VAN HERREWEGHE
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