Level 3 German
Course Description
Big Question: How does learning German deepen your understanding of the world?
Continue your language-learning journey, further developing a range of valuable skills for the future, such as social and intercultural skills, literacy, problem-solving, and creative thinking.
In this course we will explore current topics and issues that affect our world today, for example careers and the environment. By the end of the course you will be able to understand and produce extended texts on more complex topics. You will learn to produce a balanced argument, addressing varied perspectives and justifying your own point of view.
Recommended Prior Learning
Students must have completed Level 2 German. Exceptions may be made in consultation with the HOL
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery (Approximate)
To be advised
Pathway
Students of German gain knowledge and skills that enrich and support every aspect of their journey through life, including the world of work.
To employers, the knowledge of an additional language shows resilience, a commitment to learning, and an openness to understanding different cultures and perspectives. Proficiency in German is increasingly sought for work related to advocacy, education, journalism, health, and government.
Assessment Information
Assessment follows the same structure as in Level 2 German.Internal
- Writing portfolio
- Spoken Presentation
External
- Reading examination (responses written in English)
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
German 3.2 - Give a clear spoken presentation in German that communicates a critical response to stimulus material
NZQA Info
German 3.4 - Demonstrate understanding of a variety of extended written and/or visual German texts
NZQA Info
German 3.5 - Write a variety of text types in clear German to explore and justify varied ideas and perspectives