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German Course Methodology : Munich

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The German school system in Munich based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. The six language levels quantified under the European Common Framework of language levels from A1 to C2 are offered at the Munich German school.

A placement test before the start of the course determines your previous language level, and you will then be put into the appropriate course level. In general, courses for beginners (A0 level) start every three to six weeks, whilst participants with previous language knowledge can start a course on most Mondays of the year.

Of course you will cover the four core skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing, with plenty of grammar and vocabulary work included in order to develop all the essential German language skills. 

All German lessons are conducted in GERMAN.

The curriculum is structured on six theoretical language levels,
with a natural duration of between four/eight weeks at each level. 

   A0 - 4 weeks (to reach A1 level)
   A1 - 4 weeks
   A2 - 8 weeks
   B1 - 8 weeks
   B2 - 8+ weeks
   C1 - 8+ weeks

Actual time taken to reach the following language level depends on student ability, application and dedication to the tast.  We are assuming students complete all classes of a Standard Course. The process can be made more rapid by booking private classes in addition or as a stand alone course.

There are classes in grammar, oral and written exercises, practice with video and audio material and conversation on subjects of general, social and cultural interest. The methodology is the result of years of experience in the intensive teaching of German. Special importance is given to the communicative aspect of the language and its use in everyday life.  For this reason, the college encourages students to speak German in class, and whenever possible out of class as well. 

A student of average linguistic ability should allow four weeks to complete the Beginner/Elementary level, covering basic grammatical structured knowledge to be able to communicate in the practical situations of daily life plus an introduction to German customs. 

Approximately eight weeks will be required to complete the Intermediate level with its emphasis on grammar with reference to the past tenses and development of conversation skills (and at Intermediate 2 level, the subjunctive). 

An additional 10 weeks covers the Advanced level (deepening grammatical skills, providing fluency in conversation and a deeper knowledge of German culture, also written expression and the creation of texts. 

Finally, a further 10 weeks to complete the Higher level with a specialised level of grammar and the study of German literature, art, sociology and the history of Germany.  In reality students chose to attend a short course or a longer “Languages for Life” course according to their linguistic goals, personal wishes and time constraints.

Books & Materials

Course book, and CD if necessary, and any further teaching material
Up to two telc examinations at B1, B2 or C1 levels for long term enrolments, provided that the participant has  reached the respective level (repeat tests are not included)

German Course Goals

The Standard Course in Munich trains you to use the German language for business, studying or in a private sphere. In short term courses which we recommend comprises of a minimum of two weeks study in which you can put your newly acquired German knowledge into practice, or use your previous language knowledge more skillfully. Prospective students, or participants wishing to take a professional qualification in Germany, can attend a long term course and systematically increase their German knowledge to reach the required language level in a foreseeable time scale.

Besides group training, a very important focus of the Standard Course is self-study: in the media resource centers all the course participants have free usage of a multitude of self-study material at their disposal, including up-to-date computer learning programs. Experienced tutors help participants to make optimal use of the wide range of material offered in the media resource centre.

In the Combined Courses the advantages of group lessons are enhanced with one-to-one lessons: you make use of the diversity of communication in a group and focus on your own needs in one-to-one lessons.
Each week 5 or 10 private lessons can be booked.

In the Private Tuition programmes, the German school address your learning needs and personal targets  based on a pre-course needs analysis. If requested your own material can be brought into the training sessions. Private training courses which cover the whole day (40 lessons in a week) will include a meal together with your tutor, to increase your learning progress.

Workshops (to be booked in Munich)

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Phonetics
The importance of comprehensible pronunciation for successful communication is often underestimated. Is there any point of having an extensive vocabulary and a good knowledge of grammar, if it is extremely difficult to understand or to be understood?  In this Phonetics module we will consolidate and expand on your acquired basic phonetic skills and focus on reducing any pronunciation problems. Practical exercises will continuously improve pronunciation and intonation. At the same time you will improve your listening and speaking skills.

Communication Skills Training
Is the ability to express yourself skillfully especially important for you? The focal point of this module is to increase spoken communication skills in every day and business situations, and evoke a high level of classroom participation. You will train how to express what you want to say and how to react accordingly to what others have said, e. g. to complain, to ask for help, or to deal with conflict. You will be able to more actively take part in conversations, or to explain graphs and statistics at a conference more effectively. The aims of all the exercises are to break down any possible language barriers, widen your choice of language, and in this way to create a more confident impression when speaking German. In this course it is not important whether you need German for every day conversations, for business, or for preparing to study.

German in the Work Place
In this module you will practice job related skills such as presenting your company’s products and services, introducing yourself and your work competencies, active and successful participation in discussions or business negotiations. This module also involves culturally specific manners and behavior of German speakers at work.

Internship Placement
Recommended for those in their 20's+
Available from 18yrs onwards (depending on field requested)
To do an internship in Germany is not only a special experience, but it is also important for personal and career development. During this time you get to know the country and its people, and improve your German language knowledge.  This offer is aimed at participants from EU countries, Switzerland and Japan, that would like to do an internship in Germany. After completing a Standard Course of at least six weeks and if you obtain a good German language level, and with appropriate specialist skills, the German school can then place the applicant in an internship in one of many different fields. In this area the school has  decades of experience and contacts with companies throughout Germany.

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