German Language 1A

• • Topics will be available to enrolled students in the subjects Learning Management System site approximately one week prior to the commencement of the teaching period.

No eligibility requirements

Special requirements

• EquipmentDetails - Headphones or speakers (required to listen to lectures and other media) Headset, including microphone (highly recommended) Webcam (may be required for participation in virtual classrooms and/or media presentations).
• SoftwareDetails - It is essential for students to have reliable internet access in order to participate in and complete your units, regardless of whether they contain an on campus attendance or intensive school component. For additional information please visit UNE Hardware Requirements: https://www.une.edu.au/current-students/support/it-services/hardware
• TravelDetails - Travel may be required if students choose to attend the Non-Mandatory Intensive School. In 2020 the Non-Mandatory Intensive school will be held March 14-15 at the UNE Syndey campus Parramatta NSW. The Intensive school will be held if sufficient students commit by the date specified by the unit coordinator. Students are strongly encouraged to attend, as the Intensive School will offer activities that boost pronunciation and oral skills development.
• OtherDetails -

  Textbook requirements:

  Textbook information is not available until approximately 8 weeks prior to the commencement of the Teaching period.

  Students are expected to purchase prescribed material.

  Textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.

German is the most widely spoken language in Europe and one of the most important international languages. This subject is designed for students with no or little previous knowledge of German. The emphasis throughout the subject is on the acquisition of the basic skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing in everyday German. Aspects of contemporary German culture and society are also discussed.

Students achieve language proficiency equivalent to Level A1/1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Language Assessment 1: 1500 words (equivalent). Assessment Notes: Writing, reading, listening and speaking exercises. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-4 Language Assessment 2: 2000 words (equivalent). Assessment Notes: Writing, reading, listening and speaking exercises. Relates to Learning Outcomes 1-4 Online Quiz 1: 200 words (equivalent). Relates to Learning Outcomes 1, 3, 4 Online Quiz 2: 200 words (equivalent). Relates to Learning Outcomes 1, 3, 4 Online Quiz 3: 200 words (equivalent). Relates to Learning Outcomes 1, 3, 4 Online Quiz 4: 200 words (equivalent). Relates to Learning Outcomes 1, 3, 4

• Language Assessment 1 (35%)
• Language Assessment 2 (45%)
• Online Quiz 1 (5%)
• Online Quiz 2 (5%)
• Online Quiz 3 (5%)
• Online Quiz 4 (5%)