Second Language (German) and Intercultural Relations (VC_120)
About Study Course
Objective
The aim of the course is to acquire the German language for daily communication at levels A1/A2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Language Learning, Teaching and Assessment, at the same time developing students' intercultural understanding and awareness, developing effective oral and written communication skills in the context of intercultural and interpersonal communication.
Prerequisites
None.
Learning outcomes
1.Students will know the vocabulary of the German standard language, recognise and distinguish simple narrative and question sentences; to recognise and determine the correct order of words in a sentence; find the information needed in the text; use the necessary phrases to initiate a conversation, maintain it, transmit information; will be able to recognise the most common German language constructions, recognise and determine whether the statement or text in question refers to present or past activities.
Students are aware of aspects of intercultural relations in the use of language.
1.Students will be able to understand simple texts on known everyday topics, letters, invitations, advertisements and other authentic materials; will be able to use the language structures learned in everyday communication, present and argue their point, including taking into account aspects of intercultural communication.
1.As a result of the successful study course, students will be able to make practical use of the learned lexicon and language structures in everyday communicative situations while showing awareness of aspects of intercultural communication.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Business and Start-up Entrepreneurship | 5 | Bachelor | Limited choice | Dace Žibala |
