German 6: Praktisches Deutsch

Based on C2 criteria, individual learning outcomes will be discussed at the beginning of the course.
Common learning outcomes include:
- explain facts and arguments in fluent and well-structured language, conveying evaluative aspects and most nuances precisely, and pointing out sociocultural implications (e.g. use of register, understatement, irony and sarcasm).

- converse comfortably and appropriately, unhampered by any linguistic limitations in conducting a full social and personal life.

- understand extended speech even when it is not clearly structured and when relationships are only implied and not signalled explicitly.

- mediate effectively, taking on different roles according to the needs of the people and situation involved, identifying nuances and undercurrents and guiding a sensitive or delicate discussion

- understand television programmes and films without too much effort.

-understand any kind of spoken language, whether live or broadcast, even when delivered at fast native speed, provided I have some time to get familiar with the accent.

Audio visual material and newspaper articles are provided by the tutor. If a course book is recommended please try: Grant and Cutler - (020 7734 2012) and The European Bookshop - (020 7734 5259).