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School of Literature, Languages and Linguistics · ANU College of Arts and Social Sciences
This course continues with the development of listening and reading comprehension skills and with the development of oral and written communication. This includes the study of modern German grammar and vocabulary, and training in and reflection on language learning strategies. The course introduces students to contemporary literature, film and culture in the German language with a focus on 20th century history of the German-speaking countries. Students will reflect on concepts such as 'Vergangenheitsbewältigung' and how they are dealt with in literature, film, museums, etc. The course encourages students to relate those contents to their own cultural background.
Two In-class tests (1 hour each)
Learning outcomes 2, 3, 5
Two written assignments, 350 words each
Learning outcomes 2, 3, 4, 5
Oral examination (10 minutes)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Oral presentation (10 minutes)
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 5
Participation
Learning outcomes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
130 hours of total student learning time made up from: a) 42 hours of contact over 12 weeks, including peer-to-peer and tutorial activities, and b) 88 hours of independent student research, reading and writing.
PDF texts will be provided and made available on Wattle.