German Course 101 (Level 1): Beginners

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If you want to learn to speak German, our German classes are ideal for adult learners to enjoy a practical and social experience while you learn German language and culture. Learn German the smart way with German courses at CCE, the University of Sydney.

Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

Aims

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

Upon successful completion of this course, participants should be able to:

1. Introduce themselves personally and professionally, and ask about the names and professions of others.
2. Count to 1,000,000.
3. Spell in German.
4. Form simple questions and answers using interrogatives, verb conjugations and nouns with articles.
5. Engage in simple conversations.
6. Have a simple grasp of grammatical structure.

Content

This course covers the following topics:

• 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. No prior knowledge of the language is required.

Delivery Style

This course is 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

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Please Note

Selected Language and Culture courses that teach spoken language may include use of language immersion (course instruction in the selected language) as part of the training strategy.