Nevşehir Hacı Bektaş Veli University Course Catalogue

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FACULTY OF ECONOMICS & ADMINISTRATIVE SCIENCES / IR332 - INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Code: IR332 Course Title: GERMAN II Theoretical+Practice: 3+0 ECTS: 5
Year/Semester of Study 3 / Spring Semester
Level of Course 1st Cycle Degree Programme
Type of Course Optional
Department INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Pre-requisities and Co-requisites None
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Teaching Period 14 Weeks
Name of Lecturer İSMİHAN TOPDAĞ (ismihantopdag@nevsehir.edu.tr)
Name of Lecturer(s)
Language of Instruction English
Work Placement(s) None
Objectives of the Course
German language acquisition

Learning Outcomes PO MME
The students who succeeded in this course:
LO-1 Understand and use frequently used phrases and expressions in everyday conversations. PO-5 To be able to establish effective communication, oral and written; at least one foreign language in general use at the level of the European language portfolio B1.
 		Examination
LO-2 Write simple texts such as emails and personal messages using correct grammar structures. PO-13 Has the competence to evaluate and apply the knowledge, skills and competencies acquired during the education process in business life.
 		Examination
LO-3 Gain cultural insights into German traditions, customs, and social norms. PO-15 Develops individual skills related to artistic and sportive subjects.
 		Examination
PO: Programme Outcomes
MME:Method of measurement & Evaluation

Course Contents
This course is a continuation of German 1 and aims to further develop students’ skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in German. It focuses on expanding vocabulary, improving grammar, and enhancing communication skills through real-life dialogues and cultural insights. The course includes interactive exercises, role-playing, and written assignments to strengthen proficiency in the German language.
Weekly Course Content
Week Subject Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
1 Basic grammar, essential vocabulary Oral Expression
2 Talking about daily life, common verbs Oral Expression
3 Vocabulary for stores, restaurants, and markets Oral Expression
4 Asking for directions, using public transport Oral Expression
5 Seasons, temperature, weather expressions Oral Expression
6 Likes, dislikes, and personal interests Oral Expression
7 Arranging meetings, discussing schedules Oral Expression
8 mid-term exam
9 Common health-related phrases, visiting a doctor Oral Expression
10 Cultural aspects of German celebrations Oral Expression
11 Formal and informal writing styles Oral Expression
12 Introduction to past tense verbs Oral Expression
13 Booking hotels, asking for tourist information Oral Expression
14 Using the future tense, discussing aspirations Oral Expression
15 General evaluation and assessment Oral Expression
16 final exam
Recommend Course Book / Supplementary Book/Reading
1 "German Grammar in Use" – Heiner Schenke & Karen Seago
2 "Menschen A2" – Hueber Verlag
Required Course instruments and materials
"Studio d A2: Deutsch als Fremdsprache" – Funk, Kuhn, Demme "Menschen A2" – Hueber Verlag

Assessment Methods
Type of Assessment Week Hours Weight(%)
mid-term exam 8 1 40
Other assessment methods
1.Oral Examination
2.Quiz
3.Laboratory exam
4.Presentation
5.Report
6.Workshop
7.Performance Project
8.Term Paper
9.Project
final exam 16 1 60

Student Work Load
Type of Work Weekly Hours Number of Weeks Work Load
Weekly Course Hours (Theoretical+Practice) 3 14 42
Outside Class
       a) Reading 3 7 21
       b) Search in internet/Library 3 10 30
       c) Performance Project 0 0 0
       d) Prepare a workshop/Presentation/Report 0 0 0
       e) Term paper/Project 0 0 0
Oral Examination 0 0 0
Quiz 0 0 0
Laboratory exam 0 0 0
Own study for mid-term exam 5 5 25
mid-term exam 1 1 1
Own study for final exam 6 5 30
final exam 1 1 1
0
0
Total work load; 150