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Unit Overview
- Description
This unit offers an introduction to German grammar and vocabulary to enable students to communicate orally and in writing in simple situations. It develops cultural and linguistic awareness and focuses on contemporary spoken and written language used in German-speaking countries, using authentic texts to introduce students to German culture and society.
Students achieve language proficiency equivalent to Level A1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (Gemeinsamer Europaischer Referenzrahmen).
The unit leads to GRMN1402 German Studies 2. Together, GRMN1401 and GRMN1402 provide access to Level 2 and 3 German units, which not only increase language competency but offer the opportunity to further engage with German history and culture (including literature, film, music and science) and to take advantage of a range of exchange possibilities, including our short-term Stuttgart Winter University program.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Semester 1 UWA (Perth) Face to face Semester 2 UWA (Perth) Face to face - Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 1 core unit in the GRMNB German Studies major sequence
- Level 1 elective
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) demonstrate elementary skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking in the German language; (2) demonstrate familiarity with sociolinguistic conventions in German; (3) demonstrate an elementary knowledge of culture and society in German-speaking countries; (4) develop independent learning skills and interpersonal skills; and (5) have an increased awareness of language and language use, in both German and English.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) short tests; (2) oral tasks; and (3) an end-of-semester examination. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Associate Professor Kati Tonkin
- Contact hours
- This unit is taught in a blended format. Each week students work through one hour of online material (approx.) and attend three hours of interactive language classes (1 x 1-hour language class and 1 x 2-hour language class). Attendance at all language classes is compulsory. Depending on the class venue, synchronous online attendance may be possible. Please contact the unit coordinator if you need to attend online.
- Texts
Students do not need to purchase any texts for this unit. All materials will be provided via the LMS.
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
- Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.