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 BEGINNERS' GERMAN 1+2, YEAR 1
Code GRMN112
Coordinator Dr UAE Bavendiek
Languages, Cultures and Film
U.Bavendiek@liverpool.ac.uk
Year CATS Level Semester CATS Value
Session 2023-24 Level 4 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   42

 .25

     .25

 42.5
Timetable (if known)              
Private Study 107.5
TOTAL HOURS 150

Assessment
EXAM Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
There is a resit opportunity. This is an anonymous assessment. Standard UoL penalties will apply.  120    60       
CONTINUOUS Duration Timing
(Semester)		 % of
final
mark		 Resit/resubmission
opportunity		 Penalty for late
submission		 Notes
There is a resit opportunity. This is not an anonymous assessment. Standard UoL penalties will apply.  10    20       
There is a resit opportunity. Standard UoL penalty applies for late submission. This is an anonymous assessment.  0    20       

Aims

Provide students with basic competence in reading, writing, listening and speaking German;

Provide students with a sound understanding of the basic structures of German grammar;

Develop students' language learning strategy use and a reflective approach towards language learning;

Explore aspects of contemporary German, Austrian and Swiss culture through the medium of German.

Learning Outcomes

(LO1) Apply basic listening, reading, writing and speaking skills in the target language.

(LO2) Communicate in the target language in everyday contexts and basic formal and informal registers.

(LO3) Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the structures, registers and, as appropriate, varieties of the target language.

(LO4) Critically reflect on and effectively apply language learning strategies.

(LO5) Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the cultures and linguistic contexts of the country of the target language.

(S1) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills – oral

(S2) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Presentation skills - written

(S3) Communication (oral, written and visual) - Listening skills

(S4) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness

(S5) Improving own learning/performance - Reflective practice

Teaching and Learning Strategies

The majority of teaching will be delivered face-to-face on campus. Online delivery will be used to complement the on-campus delivery and where technology affords a better learning experience.

Seminar:
The module is taught through 22 general language classes, 10 listening comprehension classes in the language laboratory and 10 conversation classes. Feedback on portfolio work and progress in class and a discussion of language learning strategies takes place in individual tutorials in week 7. During the conversation hour students consolidate and practice the structures and vocabulary acquired so far. After the first few weeks, German will consistently be used in class. Students are expected to attend all classes, to hand in homework and assignments on a regular basis and to work through the exercise books independently. Regular individual feedback forms an integral part of the module. The module offers much accompanying material, including cd's and computer software, whi ch can be used for independent study in the library. Students on this module are strongly encouraged to enrol for the conversation exchange scheme, in order to further their communicative German skills.

Tutorial:
Individual (15 minute) tutorials are available in week 7 where you will receive feedback and have an opportunity to discuss your learning strategies.

Self-Directed Learning:
Preparation and revision of classes and students will have to work independently through the exercises in the grammar section of the textbook.

Syllabus
 

Topics covered during the module may include:

Nouns, articles, gender, number;

Verbs - present tense;

Sentence structure - statements, questions, commands;

Modal verbs;

Personal pronouns, possessive pronouns;

Verbs - perfect tense;

Separable verbs;

Cases;

Prepositions;

Adjectives, adjectival endings.

Recommended Texts
Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module.