Level 1 German
Course Description
Big Question: How does learning a second language teach us about ourselves?
The purpose of this course is to build your communication skills in German, both written and spoken. We will have a strong focus on conversations and interacting with others about everyday topics, using German. You will deepen your understanding of German culture and how it compares with your own day to day life.
Topics will include family and friends, our places, daily routines, school, and health.
Recommended Prior Learning
To be successful in this course we recommend that students have completed the full year “Let’s Explore German” course in Year 10.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery (Approximate)
To be advised
Pathway
Level 1 German - Level 2 German - Level 3 German
Assessment Information
Students will complete two internal assessments and one external assessment. The internals focus on:- interacting with others in German,
- presenting in spoken and/or written German
The external focuses on
- reading texts written in German and answering questions 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 1.1 - Interact in spoken German to share and respond to information, ideas, and opinions
NZQA Info
German 1.2 - Communicate in German for a chosen purpose
NZQA Info
German 1.3 - Demonstrate understanding of written German related to everyday contexts