GERM 2203 - Intermediate German A
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2023
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code GERM 2203 Course Intermediate German A Coordinating Unit German Studies Term Semester 1 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 3 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Prerequisites GERM 1003, new SACE Stage 2 Continuers' German with a scaled grade of B or higher Incompatible GERM 1002 Assessment Regular assessments, tests, end-of-Semester test, conversation tutorial (participation, performance, oral exam or equivalent) Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Stefan Hajduk
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from Course Planner.
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will have:
1) a language proficiency in German corresponding to Level A2/B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
2) a greater knowledge and understanding of the structure and conventions governing the use of German and an ability to use them to communicate effectively in a variety of situations and for a variety of purposes.
3) a greater knowledge and understanding of aspects of German culture and society
4) the ability to make effective use of the available resources for German and German Studies to answer questions and explore problems relating to German language, society and culture
5) the ability to communicate information and ideas in the target language coherently and reasonably accurately
6) an awareness of cultural differenc/s and the ability to reflect on oneself and one's own culture from the point of view of another culture
7) the ability to work independently and cooperatively to explore issues relating to German language, society and culture
8) a foundation for further study and research in German language and culture and for travel, study or work in a German-speaking environment.University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1, 2, 3 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
7 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
2, 7 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
6 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Required Resources
Language Text: Kuhn, Hermann et al. studio [21] - Grundstufe: B1: Gesamtband - Das Deutschbuch:Kurs- und Übungsbuch mit DVD-ROM: DVD: E-Book mit Audio, interaktiven Übungen, Videoclips Taschenbuch (Cornelsen). We will be using this text in both the Language Workshop and the tutorial so it is important that students have it from the beginning of the semester.
Students should also make use of the material available on the Cornelsen studio 21 website:
http://www.cornelsen.de/studio_21/
Recommended Resources
Students should ensure that they have access to a good German dictionary. Check this site to see what is available:
http://www.germanprofessor.org/dictionaries/Online Learning
Online materials are available at:
http://www.cornelsen.de/studio_21/
You will also find useful additional material on German grammar at these sites:
http://germanforenglishspeakers.com/other/modal-particles/
http://www.german-grammar.de/
http://www.nthuleen.com/
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The modes of teaching and learning employed in the course are largely classroom-based and face-to-face, but there is a lot of support material for the course available online at the Cornelsen website, and additional material will be provided on MyUni.
The course consists of one two-hour workshop and a one-hour conversation tutorial. They are designed to develop all four basic language skills: listening, speaking, reading and writing. At the same time the course encourages the development of the appropriate background knowledge of cultural contexts necessary for cultural competence in communication.
Students are encouraged to take personal responsibility for their learning through:
1) independent personal study
2) independent e-learning
3) online use of all available resources
Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
4 contact hrs 48 hours per semester 4 hours homework & test preparation 48 hours per semester 4 hours vocab learning & oral & listening practice 36 hours per semester 2 hours revision, reading & other independent work 24 hours per semester Total 156 hours per semester
If you want to be successful in improving your language skills then you need to take the time regularly to revise, practise, prepare, learn vocab etc. outside class time.Learning Activities Summary
In this course we will aim to complete the topics covered in the first half of the book studio 21 B1. It provides students with the vocab and expressions to communicate effectively in a range of everyday situations and with the relevant cultural knowledge and understanding. A detailed program for the language tutorial will be provided at the beginning of the semester.
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
Assessment Task Task Type Weighting Course Learning Outcome/s Homework Formative & Sumaative 15% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Class Test (Klassenarbeit) Formative & Summative 25% 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 End-of-Semester Test (Klausur) Summative 35% 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 8 Verwandlung Mini-Quizzes & Vocab test Formative & Summative 5% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Oral Presentations (Referate) Summative 15% 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Gateway Test Formative & Summative 5% 1, 2, 5, 8
Assessment Related Requirements
Language classes – students are expected to attend all classes. In all cases, it is the student’s responsibility to contact their lecturer or course coordinator about their absence and to ensure that they get any material that may have been handed out in the class/es missed. Students who require alternative arrangements for tests or extensions for assignments must notify staff before the due date and must provide evidence that they have legitimate medical or compassionate grounds for their request.
Conversation tutorial – as the tutorial mark is based on participation and performance, attendance is compulsory. Students who are obliged to miss a tutorial are asked to provide their tutor with a reason.Assessment Detail
Assignment tasks & weighting have been updated to the following:
Homework tasks: 15%
Mid-Semester test: 25%
(2 hrs consisting of the following sections: listening comprehension, reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary and free writing. This test will cover the topics that we have focussed on over the semester. Students are expected to be able to demonstrate the ability to use both previous and recent material in their answers)
Oral presentations (Referate): 15%
(role play, group and partner work)
Gateway Test: 5%
End-of-semester test: 35%
(2 hrs consisting of the following sections: listening comprehension, reading comprehension, grammar, vocabulary and free writing. This test will cover the topics that we have focussed on over the semester. Students are expected to be able to demonstrate the ability to use both previous and recent material in their answers)
Submission
Information will be provided in the detailed Course Outline students receive at the beginning of the semester.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through Access Adelaide.
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Student Feedback
The University places a high priority on approaches to learning and teaching that enhance the student experience. Feedback is sought from students in a variety of ways including on-going engagement with staff, the use of online discussion boards and the use of Student Experience of Learning and Teaching (SELT) surveys as well as GOS surveys and Program reviews.
SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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