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German B2.3

Objectives

To work at level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (Independent User)
a) Can understand the main ideas of complex texts on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialisation
b) Can interact with a high degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.
c) Can follow even complex argumentation in longer speeches or lectures.
d) Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects.

General characterization

Code

711101084

Credits

6.0

Responsible teacher

Andreas Emanuel Santos Stefanides

Hours

Weekly - 4

Total - 168

Teaching language

Portuguese

Prerequisites

N/A

Bibliography

  • Bajerski, Nadja et al. "Weitblick B2", Kursbuch und Übungsbuch, Berlin: Cornelsen (2020).
  • Buscha, A.; Szita, S.; Raven, S. (2013). C Grammatik. Übungsgrammatik Deutsch als Fremdsprache. Leipzig: Schubert Wahrig-Burfeind, Dr. R.(2008). Wahrig Großwörterbuch Deutsch als Fremdsprache. Gütersloh/München: Wissen Media, und Berlin: Cornelsen
  • Jin, F.; Voß, U. (2017). Grammatik aktiv. Üben, Hören, Sprechen. B2/C1. Deutsch als Fremdsprache B2-C1. Berlin: Cornelsen.
  • Luscher, R. (2020). Landeskunde Deutschland. Politik - Wirtschaft - Kultur. Deutsch als Fremdsprache B2 - C2. München: Verlag für Deutsch

Teaching method

Communicative methods which seek to stimulate interaction and promote increasingly autonomous learning through an intercultural approach. Tasks set require both linguistic and extra-linguistic competences. Use of audio-visualmeans and information technologies.

Evaluation method

Continuous assessment - 2 written tests, Exam, Participation, Homework, Individual work, 1 oral examination.(100%)

Subject matter

  • Training of listening comprehension skills through audiovisual materials (non-interactive situations) as well as through interactive situations in the classroom.
  • Reading of complex texts with appropriate strategies.
  • Development of speaking skills through discussions and presentations; argumentation and defence of own point of view.
  • Composing of texts and formal letters.
  • Training of skills that focus on cultural issues of countries where German is the official language as well as on Interculturalism.