120010 German for Science (BOKU specific topics) - Course A (B2+)
- Type
- Lecture and exercise
- Semester hours
- 2
- Lecturer (assistant)
- Organisation
- Offered in
- Wintersemester 2022/23
- Languages of instruction
- Deutsch
- Content
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BOKU-related topics such as environment pollution, global warming, nutrition etc.:
-Exercises and expansion of vocabulary
-Written and listening texts on every day and scientific subjects
-Review of complex grammar
-Focus on expression and stylistic language training
Analysis and discussion of current written and listening comprehension texts. The course will be conducted in an interactive manner, which means that a pro-active participation of students is requested, e.g. in discussions. Basic knowledge of grammar required ´ difficult chapters sufficiently reviewed. Expression and stylistic aspects will be the focus of specific training by means of oral exercise.
A part of the course will be conducted in a block session: optional work on a case study or simulation of a global conference (e.g. scientists´ conference). (Presentation!) The project aims to create a realistic talking situation and to train specifically the oral/verbal/rhetorical skills as well as those of discussion.
- Previous knowledge expected
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a good knowledge of German grammar and vocabulary to build upon
- Objective (expected results of study and acquired competences)
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It is the aim of the course is to improve language skills, not only in every day speech, but also in scientific subjects with relevance to studies in applied life sciences.
-Expanding vocabulary knowledge and use
-Use of correct grammar
-Oral fluency and argumentation training
You can find more details like the schedule or information about exams on the course-page in BOKUonline.