Learn German in 3 months
120 Hours
Course objectives
This 12 weeks German language course is aimed at students who would like to learn conversational German starting with German basics. The course introduces everyday language and includes activities to practice all four language skills: reading comprehension, writing, listening comprehension and speaking. This course uses reference materials, cultural notes, grammar explanations, functions of language, etc. Students will be able to monitor their progress by taking a number of performance tests and a final achievement test.
After completing this course, you will be prepared to introduce yourself, ask basic questions, and conduct a brief conversation in German.
Understanding spoken German, is aimed at intermediate learners of German with an interest in language and culture. Weekly, six-hours-course is designed to develop your understanding of spoken German through video portraits of people in the Germany. It introduces you to naturally spoken language, and gives clear advice on how to use video resources as a useful and enjoyable learning tool. Through completing varied activities you will improve your understanding and active use of the language, and develop the confidence to access further resources and take your German studies to a higher level.
Course learning outcomes:
After studying this course, you should be able to...
Develop strategies for understanding video resources in German
Understand German spoken at natural speed
Understand and give personal information in German
Use knowledge of other languages and cultures to decode and recognize spoken German.
Track your progress:
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Statement of Participation:
On completion of a course you will earn a Statement of Participation and a Diploma in Conversational Proficiency from ADACALL.
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Course Content
C&G’s German Language Training and Certification will essentially begin with foundational topics that help learners build a strong base. Here are some key areas to include:
1. German Alphabet and Pronunciation:
Introduce the German alphabet, including special characters (such as umlauts) and their pronunciation.
Teach learners how to correctly pronounce German words.
2. Basic Vocabulary and Phrases:
Start with common greetings, introductions, and polite expressions.
Cover essential vocabulary related to numbers, colors, family members, days of the week, and everyday objects.
3. Grammar Basics:
Nouns, articles (der, die, das), and gender.
Basic verb conjugations (present tense).
Simple sentence structures (subject-verb-object).
4. Useful Expressions and Survival Phrases:
How to ask for directions, order food, or make simple requests.
Basic conversational phrases for everyday situations.
5. Cultural Insights:
Briefly introduce German culture, customs, and traditions.
Discuss cultural norms related to greetings, personal space, and social interactions.
6. Listening and Speaking Practice:
Provide audio resources for listening comprehension.
Encourage speaking practice through dialogues, role-playing, and interactive exercises.
7. Reading and Writing Skills:
Start with simple texts (short stories, dialogues, signs) to improve reading skills.
Teach basic sentence structure for writing short paragraphs.
8. Interactive Activities:
Vocabulary games, quizzes, and flashcards.
Pair/group activities to practice speaking and listening.
9. Resources:
25,000 exercises, textbooks, audio courses, and live teacher sessions.
interactive lessons, grammar exercises, and vocabulary builders.
Simplified usage of the alphabet, greetings, and basic vocabulary.
Supported by videos, audios, and interactive tasks.
Coaching & Guidance will create an engaging and supportive learning environment to motivate beginners as they embark on their German language journey!
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