Duration
Linguistics I : 30h Th
German language practice II : 30h Th
Number of credits
| Bachelor in translation and interpretation | 5 crédits |
Lecturer
Linguistics I : Robert Möller
German language practice II : Mélanie Cüpper
Coordinator
Language(s) of instruction
German language
Organisation and examination
Teaching in the second semester
Schedule
Units courses prerequisite and corequisite
Prerequisite or corequisite units are presented within each program
Learning unit contents
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Linguistics I
Introduction to German linguistics: German phonetics and phonology, morphology, syntax.
German language practice II
- Preparation and analysis of short stories, poems, texts, essays, etc. from various contemporary sources.
- Study of contemporary German culture and society through these texts (history, politics, socio-cultural overview, current events, etc.).
- Vocabulary research, practical reading comprehension exercises, etc.
- Listening comprehension using authentic audio materials
- An educational trip to Germany is planned as part of this course
Learning outcomes of the learning unit
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Linguistics I
Knowledge of the notions taught and ability to apply them to analyze examples and solve particular problems.
German language practice II
- Analysis of short stories, texts, essays, poems, etc.
- Expansion of vocabulary and various concepts, consolidation of knowledge of grammar, syntax, and text style.
- Putting what has been learned into practice, improving comprehension and written and oral expression.
At the end of the year, students will be able to:
- analyze a text, short story, etc. and establish links with current events, culture, and the German contemporary society.
- Apply various concepts to the texts studied in class.
- Define certain words from the texts studied and paraphrase paragraphs.
- Understand authentic audio materials (summary of main information, transcription).
- Easily use the vocabulary from all the texts studied in class.
- Present a topic orally in clear and grammatically correct language.
- Take notes in the target language.
Prerequisite knowledge and skills
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Linguistics I
Prerequisite: knowledge of German.
German language practice II
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Planned learning activities and teaching methods
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Linguistics I
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Mode of delivery (face to face, distance learning, hybrid learning)
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Linguistics I
Face-to-face course
German language practice II
Face-to-face course
Further information:
Students will first work independently on the exercises (preparing and analyzing short stories and various readings, reading comprehensions, vocabulary research rtc. at home).
Students will then compare their work and difficulties with those of one or more classmates.
The class group, led by the teacher, will then provide comments on the texts/exercises.
The analysis of news articles and readings, as well as various exercises based on these readings and exersises, will be done in class.
Recommended or required readings
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Linguistics I
Texts to be read: to be determined.
German language practice II
Further information:
Materials: The syllabus/coursepack is available at the beginning of the semester. Students should bring their preparation for the short stories, texts, homework, and exercises to each lesson. During the group correction session, students will take notes on the comments, corrections, and suggestions made by the group and the instructor. These collectively corrected exercises constitute the course material. Summaries/texts/questions/vocabulary, etc. relating to class presentations are part of the oral and written exam material.
Bibliography:
-Recommended dictionaries: same as those for the grammar course.
-Syllabus/course package.
-Book of the year: Emilia Roig, "Why We Matter: Das Ende der Unterdrückung," Aufbau Verlag; 6th edition (February 15, 2021).
Assessment methods and criteria
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Linguistics I
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam
Additional information:
Written examination. The student will have to show that he knows the notions taught and can apply them to particular cases.
German language practice II
Exam(s) in session
Any session
- In-person
written exam AND oral exam
Further information:
June assessment: Written exam (50%) and oral exam (50%):
Written open book exam:
Essay and analysis based on a short story/text or poem that has either been seen or not been seen in class. Use of linking words (Redewendungen (Q1 and Q2)) and concepts seen in class . The mark obtained will count for 50% of the overall mark.
An open-book exam requires a very thorough understanding of the various topics covered in class and at home.
Several texts are studied at home, but they will be assessed during the written exam.
Oral exam: Students will prepare a selection of texts, short stories, and/or chapters from the book "Why We Matter: Das Ende der Unterdrückung" (Emilia Roig). For this exam, students must be able to provide a detailed description and analysis of the texts, short stories, and/or chapters. Students must also be able to express their opinions in clear, high-level language (fluency, accent, vocabulary, and grammar). They must also be able to answer questions about the reading material. The grade obtained will count for 50% of the overall grade.
This course is part of a teaching unit ("Unité d'enseignement," or UE) is subject to the principle of the "note absorbante," which means that the student having obtained a mark below 8/20 for one of the learning activities ("activités d'apprentissage," or AA) will receive a failing grade for the entire unit and will have to retake the failed AA in the second session regardless of the mathematical average of the two AA grades
Work placement(s)
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Organizational remarks
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German language practice II
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Contacts
r.moller@uliege.be
mcupper@uliege.be
Linguistics I
r.moller@ulg.ac.be
German language practice II
Melanie Cüpper mcupper@uliege.be