German (A2 Level)

Course Objectives:

• Build on the foundational knowledge gained at the A1 level.
• Develop the ability to engage in more complex conversations in everyday situations.
• Expand vocabulary and grammar knowledge.
• Gain the confidence to understand and produce short, simple texts.

• Grammar:

  • Building on A1 grammar concepts, such as articles, gender, and basic sentence structure.
  • Introduction to past tense (Simple Past, Perfekt).
  • More complex sentence structures (subordinate clauses, compound sentences).
  • Modal verbs (e.g., können, wollen, müssen) and their usage.
  • Noun and adjective declensions.

• Vocabulary:

  • Expanding vocabulary related to daily life, work, and hobbies.
  • Emphasis on conversational and practical vocabulary.
  • Common idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms.

• Listening and Speaking:

  • Improved listening comprehension in various contexts.
  • Engaging in conversations on familiar topics.
  • Describing experiences, plans, and past events.
  • Giving and following directions.
  • Role-play activities to simulate real-life situations.

• Reading and Writing:

  • Reading short texts, such as emails, news articles, and simple stories.
  • Writing basic texts like emails, postcards, and short personal narratives.
  • Understanding and creating simple dialogues and short stories.

• Cultural Awareness:

  • Introduction to German culture, traditions, and customs.
  • Exposure to German-speaking countries through media, films, and music.

Assessment:

• Regular quizzes and assignments to check understanding and progress.
• Mid-term and final exams to assess overall proficiency.
• Oral presentations or interviews to evaluate speaking skills.

Materials:

• Textbooks designed for A2 level learners.
• Audio resources for listening practice.
• Online exercises and interactive platforms for language practice.

Class Activities:

• Group discussions and pair work.
• Role-playing scenarios.
• Listening exercises.
• Writing exercises.
• Cultural activities and presentations.