Description
Are you an advanced German language speaker seeking to enhance your language proficiency even further? Then this advanced level German language course is tailor-made for you!
This advanced program will offer you the challenge and depth required to elevate your German language skills to the next level while deepening your appreciation of German culture.
During this 25-hour course, you will attend morning language classes specifically designed for your high-level competencies and needs, and then participate in cultural activities, guided tours, and excursions.
These experiences will allow you to observe and absorb authentic communication practices and be guided by local professional teachers.
By the end of this course, you will have greatly expanded your knowledge and understanding of the German language and culture and gained new tools and perspectives to bring back to your profession.
Learning outcomes
The course will help the participants to:
- Improve their German language skills (speaking, writing, listening, and reading);
- Gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of German culture;
- Experience learning activities that engage all language skills in the classroom;
- Enhance their teaching skills by reflecting on their profession and comparing different teaching practices.
Tentative schedule
Day 1 – Course introduction & setting goals
- Introduction to the course, the school, and the external week activities;
- Presentations of the participants’ schools;
- Identification of needs and goals for each participant and relevant populations.
Day 2, 3, 4 & 5 – Advanced German grammar and conversation
Day 6 – Course closure and cultural activities
- Course evaluation: round-up of acquired competencies, feedback, and discussion;
- Awarding of the course Certificate of Attendance;
- Excursion and other external cultural activities.