Course outline:
B1 Konversation

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

 

- Participate in conversations on a wide range of topics with increased fluency and accuracy.

- Express opinions, provide explanations, and narrate personal experiences.

- Engage in discussions related to work, travel, hobbies, and current events.

- Handle everyday situations, such as making appointments, shopping, and ordering in restaurants.

- Understand and produce clear and coherent texts on familiar topics.

- Improve listening and speaking skills through active engagement with authentic materials.

 

Course Outline:

 

Week 1: Getting Acquainted

 

Introduction to the course structure and objectives

Review of B1 level grammar and vocabulary

Ice-breaker conversations to build rapport

Discussing personal backgrounds and interests

 

Week 2: Everyday Interactions

 

Talking about daily routines and habits

Describing people, places, and experiences

Role-playing common scenarios like asking for directions and giving advice

Practicing phone conversations and making appointments

 

Week 3: Exploring Culture and Society

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Engaging in discussions about cultural differences

Expressing opinions on societal issues

Analyzing news articles and media content

Debating and defending viewpoints

 

Week 4: Real-Life Situations

 

Simulating real-life situations: shopping, ordering food, and more

Group activities promoting collaboration and communication

Storytelling and sharing personal anecdotes

Final assessments and feedback

 

Course Benefits:

 

- Enhanced conversational skills through interactive sessions

- Exposure to diverse cultural perspectives and contemporary topics

- Increased vocabulary and familiarity with idiomatic expressions

- Improved listening comprehension and pronunciation

- Confidence boost for real-life interactions in German-speaking environments