Modern Languages and Cultures |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | PROFICIENT GERMAN 11 | ||
Code | GRMN311 | ||
Coordinator |
Mrs HD Magedera Modern Languages and Cultures Hofhansl@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2019-20 | Level 6 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Co-requisite modules: |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
33 |
33 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 117 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Exam There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. | 2 hours | 70 | ||||
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
Listening exam There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. | 40 minutes | 30 |
Aims |
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To equip final year students with sophisticated expressive skills in the area of formal text production on an advanced level in a variety of genres; To provide translations skills in different styles, registers and genres; To develop grammar skills to an advanced level; To develop advanced listening skills; To develop speaking and presentation skills through specific oral classes. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Students completing this module will have gained skills to read, understand and write texts in a variety of genres. |
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(LO2) Ability to apply translation skills in a variety of genres |
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(LO3) Students will demonstrate listening comprehension of a high level of authentic material |
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(LO4) Demonstrate speaking skills on a number of topics |
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(LO5) Demonstrate confidence in presentation skills |
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(LO6) Demonstrate a high level in the use of accurate grammar |
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(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written |
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(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Report writing |
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(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Communicating for audience |
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(S4) Critical thinking and problem solving - Critical analysis |
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(S5) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness |
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(S6) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Listening skills |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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Teaching Method 1 - Seminar This module is a pre-requisite for the following modules: Skill / other attribute 1: Skill / other attribute 2: Skill / other attribute 3: Skill / other attribute 4: Skill / other attribute 5: Skill / other attribute 6: |
Syllabus |
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Translation will cover various genres of advanced level and students will do liaison and consecutive interpreting. Advanced grammar subjects will be tackled. Students will write extensive pieces of work in various genres and learn to speak in various registers and in various situations. |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |