German Course 101 (Level 1): Beginners
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COVID-19 update: arrangement of our courses
We are now delivering courses online and in-person. Please check the delivery format of each class before enrolling.
Please note that course materials (excluding prescribed texts) are shared electronically within 48 hours of course commencement. Printing is not available.
Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
Ideal for preparing for travel or work commitments, you will learn the basics of the language, such as basic greetings and numbering. Grammatical elements are also introduced as you start to learn basic speaking, listening, reading and writing skills. No prior knowledge of the language is required.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you should be able to:
- introduce yourself personally and professionally, and ask about the names and professions of others
- count to 1,000,000
- spell in German
- form simple questions and answers using interrogatives, verb conjugations and nouns with articles
- engage in simple conversations
- have a simple grasp of grammatical structure.
Content
- Greetings (welcome and farewell)
- The German alphabet
- Pronunciation of letters – in particular the Umlauts ä, ö, ü
- Introducing yourself and others
- Vocabulary for word fields such as family, work, languages, colours, country names
- Numbers from 1 – 1,000,000
- Constructing questions by using interrogatives
- Introduction to regular verb and basic irregular verb conjugations
- Articles – definite, indefinite, possessive and negative
- Nouns – singular and plural
- Introduction to grammatical cases (declension)
Intended audience
Suitable for beginner A1 level students.
Prerequisites
None
Delivery style
Delivered as a series of interactive sessions where active participation is encouraged. Each session is conducted in a friendly and relaxed classroom environment.
Prescribed text
MENSCHEN A1 Coursebook with DVD-Rom by Evans et al. (Max Hueber Verlag), ISBN 9783191019013
MENSCHEN A1 Workbook with 2 Audio CDs by Glas-Peters et al. (Max Hueber Verlag), ISBN 9783191119010
Based on Units 1-5 of the prescribed text. The text is used for activities and forms the basis for consolidation and practice.
Optional text
MENSCHEN A1 Vocabulary/Glossary by Ozorowska and Schwingshackl (Max Hueber Verlag), ISBN 9783190519019
Textbooks should only be purchased after confirmation is received from us. This usually occurs up to five days prior to commencement.
Suggested textbook supplier
booktopia
booktopia.com.au
Please note that in some cases, our suggested supplier may not stock your prescribed text. Please check stock availability prior to signing up for any membership.
Please note
Selected courses that teach spoken language may include use of language immersion (course instruction in the selected language) as part of the training strategy.
Features
- $200 repeat class - Conditions apply
- Small class size (~20 max)
- Central location
Language courses are offered in four terms each year during January, April, July and October.
What others say.
The course was brilliant, the tutor was fantastic, very encouraging and helpful. 10/10. I’d do another course through CCE.
I’ve very much enjoyed this experience. And felt very comfortable. It has been wonderful!
We had a wonderful teacher and we learned a great deal in a very short time!
Well structured course with an engaged and highly competent course leader. An excellent introduction to the German language for a complete novice.
Our tutor really made it a great learning experience. The enthusiasm and knowledge of the subject area and the way we were all involved made each lesson fun. We really gelled as a group. I will definitely be coming back and hope to have the same tutor again.
We had an amazing tutor, very lovely and patient and always made sure everyone could keep up. One of the best teachers I’ve ever had.
Fantastic course! Starting from the very beginning with lots of class interaction! Highly recommended!
Great teachers and the course was great fun. Can’t wait for German 102!
We had a brilliant teacher. The best language teacher I have ever had.
I thoroughly enjoyed the course and looked forward to my lessons every week. The tutor is an extremely competent and personable language teacher and I gained much from my learning experience. I look forward to continuing my German language tuition.
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Mon 05 Jul 2021 | 6:15pm - 8:45pm (UTC+10:00) | Online via Zoom - Online via Zoom |
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What others say.
- I thoroughly enjoyed the course and looked forward to my lessons every week. The tutor is an extremely competent and personable language teacher and I gained much from my learning experience. I look forward to continuing my German language tuition.
- I loved this class. Our tutor was the best teacher I’ve ever had, and never failed to put everyone in a good mood and make them excited to learn. I now feel confident in my German and very excited to progress to the next stage. Would recommend this course to anyone wanting to start learning german, as it was the best welcome to the language I possibly could have had!
- The course was brilliant, the tutor was fantastic, very encouraging and helpful. 10/10. I'd do another course through CCE.
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