Year 12 GermanPREREQUISITES: Achievement in NCEA Level 1 German (10 credits)
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Aims
By the end of Year 12, learners can take part in general conversation with German speakers, understand much of what is said, and contribute relevant comments. They can explain and discuss many of their own ideas and opinions and may use language creatively. They can read a variety of authentic materials and write expressively for a range of purposes. Learners use a range of language-learning strategies effectively, and their behaviour is culturally appropriate in most social situations involving native speakers. The course aims to develop student’s command of the 4 language skills - listening, speaking, reading and writing; together with their understanding of the way of life in German-speaking countries. These aspects of language learning are practised across a range of topics which enable students to communicate about their personal situation, to travel and to enjoy aspects of cultural life in a German-speaking situation. Course Content
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FUTURE STUDIES / CAREER OPTIONS
EXCHANGE At the beginning of Year 11 or 12 students can apply to go on exchange to Nordrhein Westfalen in Germany. Many schools in Dunedin and all over New Zealand participate this exchange in. It takes place over the Christmas holidays at the end of Year 11 or 12 and is an extremely valuable way of reinforcing the German language and culture being learnt in class. It is highly recommended for students, wishing to carry on with Level 3 German or who are looking at completing that International Baccalaureate Diploma, to participate in the exchange. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This subject has links with English, History, Geography, Economics, Travel and Tourism, Commerce and Trade. Next Step: NCEA German Level 3 or completion of International Baccalaureate Diploma German B. |