Level 2 German
12GER Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Ms A. Marris.
Entry CriteriaEntry into Level 2 German requires successful completion of a Level 1 course in German.
Level 2 German
Y12 German is designed for students who have completed Y11 German or who have a good knowledge of the German language and culture. Students will improve their spoken, interaction, and listening skills in German and they will be able to read and write texts on familiar matters. The German culture will be compared and contrasted with students’ cultural backgrounds.
Common Q&A
Q: I didn't take German in Year 11 but I have done some independent study and want to take 12GER. Can I still take 12GER?
A: You will need to request an exemption and see Miss Marris.
Q: What do the assessments look like for this course?
A: You have two internal assessments and two external assessments.
- Internal writing assessment (5 credits): Two short pieces of writing in German with resources to be completed over the year in class.
- Internal speaking assessment (4 credits): Two minute speech presentation in German.
- External listening exam (5 credits): Listen to three passages in German and answer the questions in English. This takes place at the end of the year.
- External reading exam (5 credits): Read three texts in German, answer the questions in English. This takes place at the end of the year.
Topics:
- Education
- Work
- Media and entertainment
- Health
- Travel
Course Overview
Term 1
2.5 writing internal #1
Term 2
2.5 writing internal #2
2.2 speech preparation
Term 3
2.2 speech presentation
2.5 writing internal #3
Term 4
Preparation for 2.1 listening and 2.4 reading external exams.
Pathway Equipment/Stationery and Course Costs
This course makes significant use of digital learning material at various times during the year. It is advantageous for a student to have a laptop during these times. Some learning activities, including assessments, will not be able to be completed without a laptop. $52 course fee, which includes cultural activities and Education Perfect.