German I: Introductory Course (B-KUL-D0T41A)

This is a translated version. Original version in Dutch.
3 ECTSGerman26 First termCannot be taken as part of an examination contract
OC Toegepaste economische wetenschappen FEB Campus Leuven

This course is meant for students without or with very little prior knowledge of German. First of all, the aim is to optimize the reading- and writing skills of the students, so that any possible barrier to read or write any German text will disappear (with the necessary means, off course).  Due to the size of the groups and the limited number of contact hours the oral language skills will only be dealt with marginally in this course.

No specific prior knowledge is required.

This course is identical to the following courses:
D0T84A : German I: Introductory Course
D0W45A : German (No longer offered this academic year)

Activities

3 ects. German I: Introductory Course (B-KUL-D0T41a)

3 ECTSGermanFormat: Practical26 First term
OC Toegepaste economische wetenschappen FEB Campus Leuven

In this course, a basic education German is offered. Starting with the article, finishing at the numeral. A grammatical approach with the objective of being able to read, write and understand. Oral skill is not trained. In solving exercises with grammatical topics, pronounciation is paid attention to of course. The course consists of a basic package that is covered during the contact hours. There also are extra exercises, of which the solutions are offered via internet or in the course material. After appointment, also a more personal support of the students is possible.

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A central theme in this course is the systematic introduction of the grammatical basis essential for German. De seen grammatical theories are studied intensively with aid from previously written translation exercises or fill-in exercises, prepared by the students in advance. Apart from this, the syllabus also offers a number of (economic) texts, supporting the seen grammar, expanding on the vocabulary and teaching the “habits” of Germans.

Study material:

  • Course material and (electronic) exercises via Toledo

The first lectures are taught in Dutch. After a few weeks, we continue in German.

1. Every week, students prepare (part of) a chapter from the syllabus by means of self study. In preparation for the thematic modules, students also prepare exercises for Toledo.

2. Contact hours:
a) explanation and expansion of grammatical theory
b) classroom (written and oral) exercises
c) feedback on the prepared grammar exercises
d) thematic modules: listening, reading, writing and speaking exercises (active participation)

Evaluation

Evaluation: German I: Introductory Course (B-KUL-D2T41a)

Type : Continuous assessment without exam during the examination period
Description of evaluation : Participation during contact hours, Skills test
Type of questions : Multiple choice, Open questions, Closed questions
Learning material : None


Test after chapter IV (5 out of 20 marks)
Final exam in the normal examination period (15 out of 20 marks)